Kwa Baba
South African drama television series
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. 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.
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. The series is set in the vibrant neighborhood of Msawawa, Diepkloof Extension. The series stars Vuyo Biyela as Zwelakhe Mkhize, alongside Rorisang Mohapi as his love interest, Bahumi Motaung. The cast also features Hlengiwe Lushaba, Lindani Nkosi, Kwanele Mthethwa and Mpho J Molepo.
Release
The series premiered on Mzansi Magic on 1 June 2026, airing Mondays to Fridays at 19:30.
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