Mzansi Magic has announced that there is no better way to continue supporting local talent than by creating mini-series for the channel.
The announcement came during the introduction of ten new shows scheduled to air next month, following the recent conclusion of two major productions.
According to a KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) based newspaper, Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at MultiChoice, stated that these shows ensure content is produced by youth-owned companies and features a mix of established actors and newcomers.
All ten shows are set to run for ten weeks, premiering on May 11 and concluding in July.”We are launching these shows with great excitement, especially since the channel recently introduced two programs that viewers have thoroughly enjoyed: The Makhenes and Mgidi Moms.
The fan-favourite Isithembu SikaMsongelwa has also returned, and we have no doubt that the second season will perform as well as the first,” said Adonisi.
“We thank all the companies that have partnered with us in launching these shows. We believe their future in this industry is bright, and we look forward to seeing them produce major, long-running series for us in the future.”Adonisi added that viewers have shown a significant interest in shorter series, prompting the channel to focus on this format for the time being—a strategy they intend to maintain.
“Long-running shows tend to eventually lose viewer interest; therefore, creating smaller productions that reach a resolution quickly is a strategy that works well for us,” she explained. Among the new titles is Love At Second Sight, starring Amanda Seome, Nduduzo Zuma, Aluve Mjali, and Nimrod Nkosi.
Another series, titled Kuningi, features Samkelo Ndlovu, Kay Sibiya, Simphiwe Ngema, Andy Mnguni, and Ratanang Mogotsi. Other upcoming shows include Amanzi Endlini, Ke Nyala Jwang?, Lobola lama 2000, and Mamfundisi Bae.
The production companies behind these projects include Ngomoya Films, Weldun Media, Pula Bakgaga, Behind the Best, and Mthakathi Entertainment.