Fashioning Modern Africanism

The highly anticipated docu-series stars Nobantu Vilakazi, Josiah De Disciple, Njelic, Sandy MRD, and Mawhoo   This September, during the celebration of our diverse cultural heritage, 1Magic spotlights the mesmerising world of Amapiano in  Impilo Ye Piano . Join stars Nobantu Vilakazi, Josiah De Disciple, Njelic, Sandy MRD, and Mawhoo as they seamlessly blend their beats with the nation's rich roots.   1Magic's latest offering,  Impilo Ye Piano , transcends mere entertainment, shining a light on five talents that amplify the genre. The genre taking the world by storm reflects South Africa's tales, tribulations, and triumphs. The docu-series dives into these stories, where today's unsung heroes become tomorrow's legends, and witness how the rhythm of heritage transforms.   Nobantu Vilakazi:  From Meadowlands, Soweto, Nobantu's raw energy encapsulates the Amapiano essence. Stepping into stardom with  Khurukhutsu , her voice weaves melodies across the continent. Bu

Ng ikhethele  follows the whirlwind journey of eight singles who, disillusioned by modern dating, turn to their families in search of their ideal life partners. T his show presents a fresh and innovative approach to finding your happily ever after.  The twist? Families must solely rely on meeting and vetting potential spouses' families, without direct interaction with the potential suitors themselves. Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels, expresses the channel's dedication to providing viewers with diverse and high-quality content: "Mzansi Magic is committed to offering its viewers the best in local entertainment that stretches across various genres.  Ngikhethele  adds a fresh and unique perspective to romance and embracing traditional values in a modern context." "Ngikhethele  is a timely reminder of the value of family input in life decisions. We hope this show will demonstrate how families plays a role in the choices we make and the differ

Prepare to be wowed as Mzansi Wethu premieres one of its most daring productions yet –   KwaNjomane   from 15 July at 20:30. This 13-part reality show is set to ignite passions, challenge conventions and captivate audiences with its enthralling exploration of love, taboo lives, and extraordinary spiritual encounters. Building on the channel's success of telling authentic and thought-provoking stories,  KwaNjomane  will showcase a unique family with an unconventional lifestyle. Each episode will follow the lives of the Mhlongo’s, led by the Matriarch Smangele Mhlongo alongside her children and sister, who have long been stigmatised by their community due to their perceived taboo way of living. This extraordinary family believes in challenging societal norms and seeking answers while navigating the universal quest for love. Smangele Mhlongo, the leader of the family, is a strong and independent Gobela, whom, together with her children, embarks on a journey that explores their sexuali

Sjola Sonke season 1 is going to give viewers a new perspective to dating and relationships, with a twist! The show produced by  Brightfire Pictures , which is expected to light up Sunday TV viewing from the second week of April, presents a candid, unscripted, and edgy look at 21st century mjolo in Mzansi as couples and singles redefine love and monogamy. So what do we mean by  S’jola Sonke ? Three couples and 17 singles, who believe in having more than two people in an intimate relationship, embark on a four-week journey to find love. The couples and singles openly date each other until they find their ideal combination, or for some, combinations. If singles fail to make a connection with any of the couples, they run the risk of being kicked out. Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net, says: “We strive to bring our viewers the highest quality of content by venturing into uncharted waters, pushing boundaries and changing mindsets, while simultaneously explor

Set in Johannesburg,  Adulting  explores the parallel universes of four varsity friends. Their strong bond has held them together even as their journeys in life have taken them in very different directions. Theirs is the bromance of the decade.  Adulting | Showmax Original | Mondays from 20 March 2023 Thembinkosi Mthembu (Mabutho in  The River , Junior in  The Republic,  and King Dingiswayo in the upcoming epic  Shaka iLembe ) stars as successful businessman Bonga, with Luthando BU Mthembu ( Big Brother Mzansi,   Ayeye: Stripped ,  Redemption ) as toy-boy Vuyani, Thabiso Rammusi ( The Suit ) as cheating family man Mpho, and Nhanhla Kunene ( Muvhango ,  Lavish ) as hot-headed bad-boy Eric.    Also look out for the likes of SAFTA nominee Winnie Ntshaba ( The Herd ,  House of Zwide ,  Generations ) and Sikelelwa Vuyeleni ( Hope ,  House of Zwide ) as Vuyani’s sugar mamma and Eric’s baby mamma respectively; Lungile Duma ( The River,   Durban Gen ) as Mpho’s wife; and Buhle Samuels ( Kings

Trailblazing South African entrepreneur, actress and radio host Thando Thabethe will take the public behind the scenes of her private life in a new reality show, Unstoppable Thabooty, which will air exclusively on BET Africa (DStv channel 129) from   15 April 2023 at 19:30. The qualified accountant turned award-winning entertainment personality and business woman will invite viewers into her world as she navigates the demands of being a professional woman in a fast-paced industry, while the cameras document her every move. Unstoppable Thabooty will explore what makes Thando a household name on and off screen, and how she owns her throne in her day-to-day life away from the mic and the movie cameras, revealing in the process just why this multi-talented young woman has become a much-loved role model to her tribe. Says Thando,  "I’m no stranger to the cameras, but a reality show is a completely different ball game! I’m beyond excited to bring viewers into my world, showing them who

Its star-studded cast includes Zikhona Sodlaka, Zandile Msutwana and Mbulelo Grootboom New year, new telenovela – 2023 will kick off on a high note when Mzansi Magic premieres the telenovela  Gqeberha: The Empire  on the 16 th  of January. With an impressive cast, gripping storylines and mouth-watering plot twists, it’s bound to be a favourite with Mzansi viewers .   Produced by the multi-award-winning Tshedza Pictures ( The River ,  The Republic ,  Legacy ), this is the first Mzansi Magic telenovela filmed entirely in the Eastern Cape. Gqeberha: The Empire ’s star-studded cast includes Zikhona Sodlaka ( The Wife ,  Blood Psalms ); Zandile Msutwana ( Grootboom & Sons ,  The Queen ); Mbulelo Grootboom ( Wounds ,  Suidooster ); Kay Bikitsha ( The Queen ); Phila Madlingozi ( Isikizi ,  The Queen ); Anele Matoti ( Recipes for Love and Murder ,  Wounds ); and Akhenime Mfenyana. “Mzansi Magic is excited to premiere a new telenovela, which is one of the genres our channel is known for and

While The Black Door takes a short break, to be replaced by INHLAWULO – Damages, hosted by Siyabonga Mkhize. The Black Door will return 9 January 2023 at 9:30PM. The break means viewers won’t miss a beat of Mandla N’s late-night show this festive season, as we make way for a reality-based show in its slot. Recently, The Black Door finished a story line on mob justice and crime. This is where viewers saw young talent, Kwanda Manyathi, explore the best version of himself through the tale of a troubled young teenager. On the show’s return in January, viewers can expect more surprises and shocking moments- will Nolitha return? Is Sabelo ready to make a move on Nandi? During the break, INHLAWULO - Damages will continue the journey following families as they engage in the process of paying damages or compensation for a child. The series explores the ways different cultures in South Africa navigate this tradition. And, it gets really complex as the more time individuals take to pay damages, t

Saturday nights are about to get even better for Mzansi Magic viewers with the premiere of a new game show on 4th of June. Hosted by SuperSport’s Thato Moeng and comedian, radio personality Skhumba Hlophe, The Saturday Showdown will see five teams, captained by celebrities, battle it out for a R3.5 million grand prize. With the atmosphere and competitiveness of an arena game, and the heart and wit of a game’s night with friends, The Saturday Showdown is the boldest and biggest game show to grace screens. “We’re thrilled to premiere an epic game show like The Saturday Showdown on Mzansi Magic – something to keep our viewers entertained and engaged. It’s the kind of show that will appeal to viewers across age and interest – be they into sports or pop culture. It’s the latest in the hyper-local content strategy that we are putting out, content that is keeping up with viewers’ evolving and eclectic tastes,” says Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net. Produced b