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Shaka Ilembe

161Drama16 VL

King Shaka

Shaka kaSenzangakhona
Lemogang Tsipa 

UNodumehlezi kaMenzi,
USishaka kasishayeki kanjengamanzi,
Ilemb’eleq’ amany’amalembe ngokukhalipha,
UShaka ngiyesab’ ukuthi nguShaka.

He who is famous without effort, son of Menzi.
He who beats but is not beaten, unlike water.
The axe that surpasses other axes in sharpness ...
Shaka, I fear to say he is Shaka

Son of Senzangakhona kaJama and Nandi kaBhebhe, Shaka faced many challenges growing up, which built his grit and determination. Once an outcast, he is now the Zulu king, and his first quest as king is to unite and build his people. Shaka is a shrewd thinker, and he surprises both his detractors and supporters while navigating political intrigue, betrayal, and the expectations of leadership. He is an explorer, a dreamer, a visionary, and a military strategist – prepared to be ruthless and unsentimental in fulfilling his vision. His journey in season 2 is defined by his ambition and vision to build a nation like no other. The devastating loss of a loved one propels him towards his dreams and sees him earn the title, King of Kings.

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