Shaka iLembe (Season 2)

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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.

  • Poster for The Return of a King

    The Return of a King (Episode 1)

    Air date: 2025-06-15

    Runtime: 56 min

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

  • Poster for To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First

    To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First (Episode 2)

    Air date: 2025-06-22

    Runtime: 50 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for A King Rises

    A King Rises (Episode 3)

    Air date: 2025-06-29

    Runtime: 48 min

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

  • Poster for My Daughter Is No Lamb

    My Daughter Is No Lamb (Episode 4)

    Air date: 2025-07-06

    Runtime: 48 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Betrayal Is In The Air

    Betrayal Is In The Air (Episode 5)

    Air date: 2025-07-13

    Runtime: 48 min

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

  • Poster for Into The Lion's Den

    Into The Lion's Den (Episode 6)

    Air date: 2025-07-20

    Runtime: 48 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for A Great King Falls

    A Great King Falls (Episode 7)

    Air date: 2025-07-27

    Runtime: 48 min

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

  • Poster for No Mercy

    No Mercy (Episode 8)

    Air date: 2025-08-03

    Runtime: 48 min

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

  • Poster for The Battle of Gqokli Hill

    The Battle of Gqokli Hill (Episode 9)

    Air date: 2025-08-10

    Runtime: 48 min

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

  • Poster for A Dark Cloud Descends

    A Dark Cloud Descends (Episode 10)

    Air date: 2025-08-17

    Runtime: 49 min

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

  • Poster for The Kingdom Grows

    The Kingdom Grows (Episode 11) 8.3

    Air date: 2025-08-24

    Runtime: 46 min

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

  • Poster for The King of Kings

    The King of Kings (Episode 12)

    Air date: 2025-08-31

    Runtime: 51 min

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

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