“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.
- Created by
- Teboho Mahlatsi
Seasons and episodes
2 seasons · 24 episodes
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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.
S2 E1The Return of a King
Jun 15, 202556 min
Shaka returns to KwaNobamba to claim his throne. While many celebrate, others plot his downfall. Meanwhile, the Ndwandwe prepare a traitor to betray Dingiswayo.
S2 E2To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First
Jun 22, 202550 min
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.
S2 E3A King Rises
Jun 29, 202548 min
Nandi suspects sabotage ahead of Shaka's coronation. Ntombazana targets Dingiswayo, setting the Ndwandwe's plan into motion.
S2 E4My Daughter Is No Lamb
Jul 6, 202548 min
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.
S2 E5Betrayal Is In The Air
Jul 13, 202548 min
Nongila and Ngwadi are captured by Boers. Somveli kills to hide his betrayal. Ntombazana lures Dingiswayo in.
S2 E6Into The Lion's Den
Jul 20, 202548 min
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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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Shaka iLembe?
- Shaka iLembe is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Shaka iLembe are there?
- Shaka iLembe has 2 seasons and 24 episodes. Status: Returning.
- When is the next season of Shaka iLembe?
- No air date has been announced for the next episode of Shaka iLembe. Status: Returning. The latest episode aired on August 31, 2025.
- Who stars in Shaka iLembe?
- Shaka iLembe stars Lemogang Tsipa, Nomzamo Mbatha, Senzo Radebe, Dawn Thandeka King, Khabonina Qubeka.
