There’s television, then there’s Mzansi Magic television! Tonight, a brand new show hits your screens at 21:30 and when we tell you even our faves are counting down, we mean just that.

But why should you watch #SpiritOfMzansi tonight? We’ll fill you in.

The competition

Is this the most adventurous ensemble on local tv right now? We’d like to think so. Feisty, passionate and funny to boot, our eight contenders for the crown were made for the big, open road – and for the box. Get to know them better here

The cars

Racing through Mzansi? Then you’ll obviously need a vehicle built for South Africa’s impressive landscape. Enter; the Volkswagen Amarok Extreme. Get ready to see our contestants put this marvel to the test as they wind through the mountains, valleys and grasslands of our beautiful country, headed straight for the finish line.

The host

We love a man that can make us laugh ‘til our stomachs hurt - and Mpho “Popps” Modikoane is exactly the man for the job. As the race for first place heats up, our competition will definitely need someone like Mpho Popps to lighten the mood.  

The drama

With a cool R250 000 up for grabs, there’s bound to be drama. Road-tripping with people you know and love can be quite daunting. Road-tripping with a group of people you just met? Explosive!

Mzansi, in all its glory

Mzansi is beautiful but by the time Spirit of Mzansi is over, you’ll be itching to throw on your travelling pants and take a shot left with the squad. True story.

Watch Spirit of Mzansi tonight at 21:30, only on Mzansi magic (DStv Channel 161).