Kwa Baba
| Kwa Baba | |
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| Genre | Telenovela |
| Created by | Kagiso Mogale |
| Written by | Kagiso Mogale |
| Directed by | Shirley Adonisi |
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| Country of origin | South Africa |
| Original languages | |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers |
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| Producer | Singa Vision Productions |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera |
| Running time | 22–24 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | Mzansi Magic |
| Release | 1 June 2026 – present |
Kwa Baba is a South African telenovela created by Kagiso Mogale and produced by Singa Vision Productions. It premiered on Mzansi Magic on DStv on 1 June 2026 at 19:30. The series explores themes of identity, traditional burdens and the clash between modern romance.
Premise
The series follows Zwelakhe Mkhize, an ambitious young entrepreneur building a business empire.[1][2] His life changes when he falls in love with Bahumi Motaung, but their relationship faces obstacles when Zwelakhe discovers an unresolved traditional debt left by his late father.[3]
Cast
Main cast
- Vuyo Biyela as Zwelakhe Mkhize
- Rorisang Mohapi-Grootboom as Bahumi Motaung
- Kwanele Mthethwa as Khethiwe Mkhize
- Lindani Nkosi as Dumisani Mkhize
- Mpho J Molepo as Solomon Motaung
- Hlengiwe Lushaba as Slindile Mkhize
- Sparky Xulu as Mhlaba Mkhize
- Helen Lebepe as Dikeledi Motaung
- Nkanyiso Mzimela as Musa Mkhize
- Phumzile Mlangeni as Zandile Mkhize
Supporting cast
- Khanyisani Kheswa as Nhlanhla Mkhize
- Nhlanhla Kunene as Mxolisi Khumalo
- Lungelo Madondo as Nelisiwe Mkhize
- Naledi Mfoloe as Dinana Motaung
- Mosa Lekwene as Tsholofelo Motaung
- Mpilo Khumalo as Mandla Hlatshwayo
- Zinzi Nsele as Nomvula Radebe
- Simo Magwaza as Vusumuzi Radebe
- Makhosazana Ndlovu as Senzeni Mkhize
Production
Kwa Baba is a South African telenovela produced by Singa Vision Productions that premiered on Mzansi Magic on DStv channel 161 on 1 June 2026.[4][5] The series is set in the vibrant neighborhood of Msawawa, Diepkloof Extension. The series stars Vuyo Biyela as Zwelakhe Mkhize,[6] alongside Rorisang Mohapi as his love interest, Bahumi Motaung.[7] The cast also features Hlengiwe Lushaba, Lindani Nkosi, Kwanele Mthethwa and Mpho J Molepo.[8]
Release
The series premiered on Mzansi Magic on 1 June 2026, airing Mondays to Fridays at 19:30.[9]
References
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-05-30). "Inside the 'Kwa Baba' private screening: A star-studded affair". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Komana, Itumeleng (2026-05-13). "Vuyo Biyela on his first lead role in Kwa Baba: 'I have grown as a performer'". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Komana, Itumeleng (2026-06-02). "Rorisang Mohapi-Grootboom, Vuyo Biyela and more talk Kwa Baba". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ↑ Young, Daniël (1977-01-18). "Everything you need to know about Mzansi Magic's new telenovela, Kwa Baba". GQ. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Maako, Keitumetse (2026-05-09). "'You are not ready': Genesis creators return with star-studded Mzansi Magic telenovela". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Tlhoaele, Kgalalelo (2026-05-30). "Stars shine at Kwa Baba premiere!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Mandoyi, Sindeka (2026-06-02). "Rorisang Mohapi-Grootboom leads Kwa Baba Inside the gripping first episode". Glamour. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-05-25). "Countdown begins as 'Kwa Baba' prepares for its big premiere". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
- ↑ Maako, Keitumetse (2026-05-09). "'You are not ready': Genesis creators return with star-studded Mzansi Magic telenovela". News24. Retrieved 2026-06-03.
External links
- Kwa Baba at TVSA