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Zabalaza (2013–2016)
TV Series | Drama

Zabalaza (2013–2016)

TV Series | Drama

Zabalaza - which means struggle; striving towards success; hustling towards a content life - is set in Dube, Soweto, the home of Joseph "Jazzman" Cele, the patriarch of the Cele family, his wife Gasta and their children. This typical ...See moreZabalaza - which means struggle; striving towards success; hustling towards a content life - is set in Dube, Soweto, the home of Joseph "Jazzman" Cele, the patriarch of the Cele family, his wife Gasta and their children. This typical family next door seems to have it all, but appearances can be deceiving. As the story unfolds, the Cele family secrets start to unravel, promises are broken and it's only a matter of time before the Celes turn against each other for selfish gain. Seputla Sebogodi takes the lead as Jazzman Cele, with Baby Cele by his side as Gasta, the first lady of the Cele household. Other well-known actors include Zandile Msutwana, Manaka Ranaka, Mbali Ntuli, Thami Afrika, Matli Mohapeloa and Khanya Mkhangisa, among others. A surprise addition to the cast is acclaimed soul artist Kabomo, who portrays Jazzman's accountant, Herbert. The main difference between a Lokshin Soap format and other soaps is the township backdrop, which doesn't only refer to location, but to a way of life. Zabalaza follows the successful footsteps of the Lokshin Bioskop series which demonstrates the expansion of this popular genre in South Africa. Zabalaza is recorded in studio with set design that is a true reflection of the reality of township life. Though the characters face countless hardships and lows, they are proud to be part of the township community and they see their home as a place to empower. A key plot line is that of the Cele matriarch Gasta and her rise from a silent wife living in the shadow of her rich husband, to one of the most powerful businesswomen in her community. Written by TV SA See less

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28 cast members

Name	Episodes	Known for
Seputla Sebogodi Joseph Cele Joseph Cele See fewer	623	The Woman King (2022)
Baby Cele Gasta Cele Gasta Cele See fewer	623	The Lion King (1994)
Zandile Msutwana Lindiwe Cele Lindiwe Cele See fewer	623	White Wedding (2009)
Junior Singo Qiniso Cele Qiniso Cele See fewer	623	Dredd (2012)
Manaka Ranaka Buhle Cele Buhle Cele See fewer	623	Stokvel (2002)
Masoja Msiza Larry Larry See fewer	2	Uzalo (2015)
Zolisa Xaluva Sydney Lwans Sydney Lwans See fewer	1	Sew the Winter to My Skin (2018)
Sisanda Henna Max Max See fewer	1	Rogue (I) (2020)
Clementine Mosimane Aunt Thembi Aunt Thembi See fewer	1	Poppie Nongena (2019)
Bohang Moeko Victor Ndou Victor Ndou See fewer	1	How to Ruin Love (2024)
Nolwazi Shange Kgomotso Kgomotso See fewer	1	A Place Called Home (2006)
Loyiso Macdonald Ray Ray See fewer	1	The Queen (2016)
Rosie Motene Victoria Ndou Victoria Ndou See fewer	1	Hotel Rwanda (2004)
Warona Seane Lulama Cele Lulama Cele See fewer	1	Machine Gun Preacher (2011)
Talitha Ndima Nandi Nandi See fewer	1	Ndingowakho (2025)
Magic Hlatshwayo Commander Kani Commander Kani See fewer	1	African Express (1990)
Matli Mohapeloa Moss Cele Moss Cele See fewer	1	When We Were Black (2006)
Khulu Skenjana Ntsika Ntsika See fewer	1	Machine Gun Preacher (2011)
Kabomo Vilakazi Herbert Herbert See fewer	1	Office Invasion (2022)
Khanya Mkangisa Mpilo Cele Mpilo Cele See fewer	1	Blood Psalms (2022)
Lindiwe Ndlovu Sponono Sponono See fewer	1	Little One (2013)
Tango Ncetezo Mapule Pule Mapule Pule See fewer	1	She Is King (2017)
Nonhle Thema Kgomotso Kgomotso See fewer	1	O Access (2007)
Thami Africa David Cele David Cele See fewer	1	Sokhulu and Partners II (2011)
Elliot Makhubo Lithebe Lithebe See fewer	1	Footskating 101 - The Movie (2007)
Mbali Nthuli Nelisiwe 'Nelly' Moabi Nelisiwe 'Nelly' Moabi See fewer	1	Gaz'lam (2002)
Omuhle Gela My Girl My Girl See fewer	1	Becoming Mrs. Nkosazana
Innocent Mahlangu Orlando Orlando See fewer	1	Hope (2018)