Shaka iLembe
“Indodana yami iyeza.”
Set in the 1700s, Shaka iLembe tells the story of the making of the iconic African king, with iterations from his early childhood through to adulthood.
Details
First Aired: 6/18/2023
Languages: Zulu
Created by: Teboho Mahlatsi, Angus Gibson, Mpumelelo Paul Grootboom, Desireé Markgraaff, Andy Petersen, Catherine Stewart, Daniel Zimbler, Jacob Ntshangase
Type: Scripted
Production
Mzanzi MagicCompanies: MultiChoice Studios, The Bomb Shelter Film Company
Countries: South Africa
Where to watch · FR
Videos
Seasons
Season 1
Explores the story of the making of the iconic African king, from his childhood through to adulthood, during the 1700s.
Season 2
Shaka returns to KwaNobamba to claim his kingship. While many celebrate, others plot his downfall. Nandi and Mkabayi remain alert to the snake pit he has entered. Meanwhile, the Ndwandwe prepare a traitor to betray Dingiswayo.
