For decades, the standard 30-minute situation comedy was the heart of South African television. Showpieces like S’gudi ‘Snaysi starring Joe Mafela, post-apartheid social satires like Suburban Bliss, and multi-award-winning hits like City Ses’la and Stokvel defined prime-time viewing. Also see: WHY REWATCHING COMFORT SHOWS HAS BECOME POPULAR Turning on local linear television today reveals a […]
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The battle for control of Spear Industries is far from over. Following the suspenseful climax of its 20-episode debut season, Netflix South Africa and Gambit Films have officially wrapped production on Season 2 of the hit drama series Blood Legacy. With post-production underway, the high-stakes corporate thriller is preparing to return to screens with a […]
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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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Popular South African actor Thulani Mtsweni has officially joined the cast of the hit SABC1 soapie Uzalo, stepping into the role of a new character named Pondo, a move that has already generated excitement among viewers. Also see: ‘Shut Up, Men Are Talking’ returns for second screening after massive demand Thulani, known for his dynamic […]
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South African media personality, actor and digital creator Diolan Govender is set to make an exciting on-screen appearance in one of the country’s most-watched television dramas, Uzalo, airing on SABC 1. Also see: Viral ‘Prison Romance’ Video Is Fake, It’s a Scene from ‘Uzalo’ The cameo marks a significant milestone in Govender’s expanding entertainment career, as he continues to expand his creativity on […]
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When Fiction Lingers in Real Life Walking through Johannesburg’s malls or on a Saturday afternoon in Umlazi, Vusi Mdiniso often wears the same friendly smile he uses on set. But in the eyes of some children, he’s not the actor they see. He’s still “Sgidi” from the hit soap Uzalo, and he’s scary. In a […]
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Viral Video Sparks Outrage, But It’s Not Real A video that sent South Africans talking this week shows what appears to be a male prison officer dancing and cuddling with a female inmate at Durban’s Westville Correctional Centre. Social media lit up, with users expressing shock and outrage, accusing officials of lax oversight and corruption. […]
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The most watched SABC 1 soapie, Uzalo has reportedly been paused following the non-payment of the crew’s salaries. This was confirmed by sources close to the show to TshisaLIVE, who revealed that the financial squabbles are not unusual to the show, but this time only the production team was affected. “The situation of nonpayment happens […]
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The most-watched drama series on SABC1, Uzalo introduces renowned actress, Zukisa Matola as a new cast member towards the end of the 10th season. Zukisa is best known for the characters she portrayed on Tshisa, Tsha-Tsha, The Queen and Lingashoni among others. In Uzalo, she plays the character of Noma-Russia Mkabile, a feisty seasoned taxi […]
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South African actress Nothando Ngcobo who is known as Hlelo on Uzalo is making a victorious return to the entertainment industry following a break to focus on her mental health. Known for her strong screen presence, Nothando took time off to address personal challenges and recharge her well-being. In a recent Instagram post, Nonthando shared […]
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Known for her talented acting abilities and beautiful outward appearance, Uzalo actress Nompilo Maphumulo has made quite a significant impression on viewers during her time on South African television screens. It is because of this that many were shocked to discover that the actress was “shot dead” by unknown gunmen in Johannesburg. Fortunately, the news […]
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Uzalo viewers can expect a captivating storyline, as the SABC 1’s most watched soapie is set to move their cameras to prison to focus on Nosipho Xulu played by Nompilo Maphumulo, as she comes back on screens. Nompilo made her last appearance in 2023, when Nosipho was taken to prison on accusations of killing her […]
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