Mzansi Magic’s breakout telenovelaInimbasecures a second season after a blockbuster debut that kept viewers hooked and timelines buzzing throughout 2025 The show’s momentum was further boosted when Zenande Mfenyana, who plays Thumeka, won Best Actress in a Television Drama at the 2025 National Film and Television Awards. Alongside Lunathi Mampofu (Zoleka Bikitsha), Sisanda Hewana (Hlathi Mabandla), and the wider ensemble, the cast has kept audiences emotionally invested week after week. Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net, Shirley Adonisi, says the show’s resonance is rooted in its themes of family, ambition and tradition.
“Inimba has really taken the 21:00 weekly slot by storm as a story that resonates deeply with our viewers,” she said. From Zoleka’s explosive return after two decades, to the fan-favourite LaZo love story and a wedding special that stopped viewers in their tracks, Season 1 delivered unforgettable drama. With writer and Executive Producer Siphosethu Tshapu at the helm, Season 2 promises higher stakes, new faces and twists that will define 2026 television.
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