South African actress Dawn Thandeka King is set to receive a special Lifetime Shero Award at the 10th annual Gagasi FM Shero Awards, recognising her outstanding contribution to the arts and her lasting influence on the local entertainment industry. Also see: Uzalo Actress Dawn Thandeka King plans to open traditional healing practice The milestone ceremony takes […]
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When the first trailer for Shaka iLembe Season 3 landed online, it did not take long for timelines to light up. For many South Africans, this series has become more than just a Sunday night watch. It is a cultural moment. A retelling of one of the most powerful figures in Zulu history, brought to […]
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Shaka iLembe is back in the spotlight after reports revealed a tentative premiere window for Season 3. Although no official date has been confirmed, the update alone has been enough to reignite conversation across social media. The historical drama, which centres on the life and rise of King Shaka, has remained one of South Africa’s […]
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A night of celebration for SA’s storytellers Lights, glamour, and applause filled the Opera Theatre in Pretoria as the 2025 National Film & TV Awards South Africa (NFTA) honoured the country’s top screen talent. From gripping dramas to reality TV favourites, the night spotlighted everything that makes South African film and television resonate. The atmosphere […]
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South African audiences are counting down the days until the third and final season of Shaka iLembe hits our screens. MultiChoice confirmed that production is officially underway, with the series set to premiere on Mzansi Magic in 2026. Executive producer Desiree Markgraaff promises a season that will expand the saga’s world while delivering a conclusion […]
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Songstress Simphiwe Dana has garnered some attention from the public after taking to her social media to accuse Nomzamo Mbatha and Shaka iLembe’s hair department of taking some of her hair inspo, but failing to give her credit for it. Since coming onto South Africa’s music scene during the early 2000s, Simphiwe Dana’s personal style has […]
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Shaka iLembe viewers were left heartbroken when things took a tragic turn in Gudunkomo, leading to the death of the Abathethwa King, Godongwana ‘Dingiswayo’. This led to multi-award-winning actor, Thembinkosi Mthembu receiving his flowers from internet users for the immaculate portrayal of Dingiswayo. He was admired for his gaze, his tone and his body movements […]
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This Sunday, June 15 at 8pm, the story of a king and the birth of an empire continues. With the premiere of its second season, Shaka iLembe returns to Mzansi Magic on DStv channel 161, moving beyond the ascent of a warrior to the complex reign of a monarch. Season 2 finds Shaka (played by […]
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After successfully bringing Bomb! Production’s interpretation of the history of the Zulu kingdom’s history in the form of a series called Shaka Ilembe, Mzansi Magic is proud to reveal that the highly anticipated season 2 is well on its way. Shaka Ilembe proved to be way more than just a series to the South African […]
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Despite impressing many by taking home an astounding 12 awards at this year’s South African Film and Television Awards ceremony (SAFTAs), producers have rubbed the Shaka family off the wrong way. The series which stars actors Senzo Rabede and Nomzamo Mbatha retells the story of the famous King Shaka of the Zulu Kingdom and delves […]
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Actress Ziya Xulu has recently received a nod for Best Newcomer for her portrayal of Pikiwe in Shaka iLembe, at the Simon ‘Mabhunu’ Sabela KZN Film and Television Awards. The nominee also showcased her acting talent on shows like Showmax’s Red Ink and MTV Shuga and is currently locking heads in her category with Nirvana […]
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Mzansi magic sets the record on the food poisoning incident that is alleged to have taken place on Shaka iLembe set and killed two crew members. According to Zimoja, a make-up artist and someone else whose identity has not been disclosed died from food poisoning on set. However, Mzansi Magic recently shared a statement with […]
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