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Uzalo
Genre Drama
Created by Duma Ndlovu
Written by Bongi Ndaba
Creative director(s) Brenda Mukwevho
Starring
  • Glen Gabela
  • Dawn Thandeka King
  • Masoja Msiza
  • Ntokozo Dlamini
Country of origin South Africa
Original language(s) Zulu
No. of seasons 4
No. of episodes 800+(as of Tuesday 6 February 2018)
Production
Executive producer(s) Gugulethu Zuma
Mmamitse Thibedi
Producer(s) Mariki Van Der Walt
Cinematography Mike Sono, Howard Nciweni
Editor(s) Gugu Sibandze, Cynthia Tshele
Running time 30 minutes
Production company(s) Stained Glass Productions
Distributor South African Broadcasting Corporation
Release
Original network SABC 1
Original release February 9, 2015 (2015-02-09) – present

Uzalo is a very popular TV show from South Africa. It is a type of long drama series called a telenovela. The show is made by a company named Stained Glass Productions. This company is partly owned by Kobedi "Pepsi" Pokane.

About the Show

Uzalo first aired on February 9, 2015. It quickly became one of the most-watched shows in South Africa. The story is set in the KwaMashu township. It explores the lives of two families.

Who Makes Uzalo?

Stained Glass Productions creates Uzalo. This company brings the stories to life. Duma Ndlovu is the person who first thought of the show. Many talented writers and directors work on it.

Quick Facts About Uzalo

Uzalo episodes are about 30 minutes long. The show is broadcast on SABC 1. It is mostly in the Zulu language. By early 2018, there were over 800 episodes! This means there are many stories to follow.

Meet the Cast

Many talented actors bring the characters of Uzalo to life. They play different roles in the show. Here are some of the main actors and their characters:

  • Leleti Khumalo plays MaNzuza.
  • Sthandwa Nzuza plays Magwaza.
  • Abigail Kubeka plays Mamlambo.
  • Sihle Ndaba plays Smangele.
  • Thando Thabethe appeared as a Guest.
  • Nyalleng Thibedi plays Zekhethelo Mhlongo.

Other important actors include Glen Gabela, Dawn Thandeka King, and Masoja Msiza. Ntokozo Dlamini is also a part of the cast. These actors help make the show exciting.

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