“Nandi did the right thing by choosing her kids over indoda [a man] who’s cruel and jealous of his own son, Shaka. A mother’s love,” wrote @Amza_5 on Twitter.

I experienced something on set that I’ve never physically or spiritually encountered ever,” said Mbatha about the episode.

The thought occurred to me that I should explore the story of Queen Nandi, mother of the Great King Shaka. Nandi (the sweet one) was the daughter of an Inkosi of eLangeni - Bhebhe, also known as ...

Durban - A musical about the life of King Shaka Zulu’s mother Nandi is to be launched at the Durban Playhouse on Thursday, and after a provincial and national tour, is set to go on an ...

Also cast as series regulars in King Shaka are Aïssa Maïga (The Fear Index) as Nandi, Shaka’s devoted mother who will sacrifice everything to fulfill her son’s destiny; and Thando Dlomo (The ...

“Shaka iLembe explores the world that shaped the famed African King and his journey to the throne. Pivotal to his story from young boy to globally recognised icon was his mother, Queen Nandi.

The series stars Nomzamo Mbatha, who plays Queen Nandi, the revered mother of Shaka, with Thembinkosi Mthembu as King Dingiswayo, and Wiseman Mncube as King Zwide. Plus Lemogang Tsipa , Ntando ...

Anele Mdoda took to social media recently to praise the 'Shaka Ilembe' TV production. The star said she was impressed by the series.

Celebrate Nandi the Elephant’s First Birthday With the Cutest Montage Ever. 1 minute read. By Daniel White. ... Nandi is also the name of of famed warrior king Shaka Zulu’s mother.

Nandi was the mother of Shaka, King of the Zulus. Shaka is considered by some as one of the greatest Zulu chiefs and African military leaders.

Mbatha, who will play Queen Nandi, Shaka’s mother, will also executive produce. “I am honoured to bring the giant that is Queen Nandi to life,” she said.

With ‘Shaka Ilembe’ scheduled to make its highly-anticipated debut on the DStv channel in mid-2023, this past weekend’s Heritage Day festivities marked the official start of an exciting ...