← Shaka iLembe

Season 2

12 episodes · 2025

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.

  1. 1

    The Return of a King

    Jun 15, 202556 min★ 8.6

    Shaka returns to KwaNobamba to claim his throne. While many celebrate, others plot his downfall. Meanwhile, the Ndwandwe prepare a traitor to betray Dingiswayo.

  2. 2

    To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First

    Jun 22, 202550 min★ 8.1

    Phungashe declares war. Can Shaka unite an untrained, divided Zulu army to save his people? In the north, the Ndwandwe deliver a bride to the Ngwane King, Somhlolo.

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    A King Rises

    Jun 29, 202548 min★ 8.0

    Nandi suspects sabotage ahead of Shaka's coronation. Ntombazana targets Dingiswayo, setting the Ndwandwe's plan into motion.

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    My Daughter Is No Lamb

    Jul 6, 202548 min★ 8.8

    Dingiswayo declares war on the Ndwandwe and appoints Ngomane to help Shaka build his army. Nongila and Ngwadi journey to the Xhosa, while Ntombazana arrives at oYengweni with a deadly mission.

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    Betrayal Is In The Air

    Jul 13, 202548 min★ 8.7

    Nongila and Ngwadi are captured by Boers. Somveli kills to hide his betrayal. Ntombazana lures Dingiswayo in.

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    Into The Lion's Den

    Jul 20, 202548 min★ 9.1

    Dingiswayo marches to war, blind to the trap Ntombazi has set. Ngwadi and Nongila reach the Xhosa but are caught in a Boer assault. Shaka makes a decision he will regret.

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    A Great King Falls

    Jul 27, 202548 min★ 9.4

    Hletjiwe and Sikhunyana flee. oYengweni stands on the brink as Zwide's army descends on the Mthethwa.

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    No Mercy

    Aug 3, 202548 min★ 9.8

    Shaka declares no mercy on the Ndwandwe. Sikhunyana reaches KwaNgwane, only to realize he has brought danger to their door.

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    The Battle of Gqokli Hill

    Aug 10, 202548 min★ 9.7

    Goloza foresees tragedy but keeps a bitter silence. As Shaka prepares a brilliant war strategy, a trusted ally betrays him.

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    A Dark Cloud Descends

    Aug 17, 202549 min★ 8.8

    Zwide is shattered by heartbreak. Nandi uncovers a dangerous secret she must protect, even if it means defying her son.

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    The Kingdom Grows

    Aug 24, 202546 min★ 8.3

    Shaka expands Zulu power with ruthless ambition. Ntombazi prepares her darkest muthi yet.

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    The King of Kings

    Aug 31, 202551 min★ 9.9

    The final battle between Zulu and Ndwandwe rages across the Mhlathuze. Shaka and Zwide face off one last time.