Uzalo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Uzalo |
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| Genre | Drama |
| Created by | Duma Ndlovu |
| Written by | Bongi Ndaba |
| Creative director(s) | Brenda Mukwevho |
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| Country of origin | South Africa |
| Original language(s) | Zulu |
| No. of seasons | 4 |
| No. of episodes | 800+(as of Tuesday 6 February 2018) |
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| 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 – 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.
