Shaka iLembe
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.
18HDCC
12 episodes
1. The Flower of eLangeniPrincess Nandi of the Langeni meets and captures the heart of Prince Senzangakhona of the Zulu, however, their romance is cut short by a clash with Prince Zwide of the Ndwandwe. Zwide declares war on the Zulus, placing the blame on Senzangakhona's shoulders.18CC1 h 3 minJun 18, 2023
2. An Eye For An EyeA Sangoma investigates Queen Ntombazi for King Langa's murder, but not all is as it seems. The Zulu, fearing their survival against the powerful Ndwandwe, receive a prophecy of a future great king.18CC50minJun 25, 2023
3. King Jobe's WrathAs the Zulus face the Ndwandwe army, an ally emerges to support them. Queen Ntombazi, fearing for her son's safety, embarks on a journey to the Mthethwa capital.18CC48minJul 2, 2023
4. Welcome MlilwanePrince Godongwana and Baleka escape but their freedom is short-lived when Mthethwa warriors trap them. Princess Nandi faces the shock of her pregnancy and heartache follows.18CC48minJul 9, 2023
5. A Zulu WeddingKing Senzangakhona proposes to Nandi, who becomes his third wife, while a crisis unfolds in kwaNdwandwe as Zwide and Goloza confront each other.18CC49minJul 16, 2023
6. Things Fall Apart...Shaka and Nandi's lives change when Bhibhi arrives and poisons Senzangakhona against them. Godongwana finds refuge with the Hlubi and changes his name to Dingiswayo.18CC55minJul 23, 2023
7. A Mother's LoveDingiswayo and Ngomane face the grim reality of being sold as slaves. Nandi and her children return to eLangeni.18CC49minJul 30, 2023
8. Shaka Ilembe, Senzangakhona Ka Jama Is My FatherShaka is determined to return to his father but he faces disappointment when he meets with King Senzangakhona.18CC48minAug 6, 2023
9. A Hero FallsShaka embraces Gendeyana's offer and joins the camp. Dingiswayo's attempt to avoid bloodshed is met with betrayal.18CC48minAug 13, 2023
10. IlembeNandi and her children leave Quabae and move to kwaMthethwa. Shaka strives to prove himself by facing a terrifying opponent.18CC48minAug 20, 2023
11. Reap What You SowShaka rises to recruit his own Amabutho in the Mthethwa army. Shaka faces a betrayal while displaying his negotiation skills and launches an attack on Makhedama's forces.18CC48minAug 27, 2023
12. Seize Your DestinyNgomane begins to observe Shaka's darker side. Amid power struggles, Shaka outsmarts those plotting against him and returns to the Zulu, determined to take the seat of King.18CC50minSep 3, 2023
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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.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- MultiChoice Studios, The Bomb Shelter Film Company
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
Zulu
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