🎬 NEW MOVIE ALERT | Music star King Monada, actor Cornet Mamabolo and comedian Mashabela Galane feature in the new South African political-psychological drama, Studying Under the Barrel of a Gun.
The film, based on Ernest Khosa’s memoir, tells the story of student resistance at Turfloop in the late 1980s and premiered at Ster-Kinekor Mall of the North in Polokwane on 12 June 2026.
[LISTEN] Buses carrying repatriated Malawian nationals have departed from Durban. Officials say more buses are expected today, with up to ten trips planned back to Malawi.
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📽️AFDA Alumni Lead New Netflix Drama Series The Polygamist 📽️
AFDA proudly celebrates alumni Gugu Zuma-Ncube and Thuli Zuma, executive producers behind Netflix’s bold new South African drama series The Polygamist, which premiered globally on 12 June 2026.
Produced by Stained Glass Productions, The Polygamist is a gripping 22-episode supernovela adapted from the acclaimed novel by Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi. The series follows powerful businessman Jonasi Gomora as his carefully constructed empire and personal life begin to unravel under the weight of secrets, betrayal and complicated relationships.
The series stars acclaimed South African actors Gugu Gumede, Sdumo Mtshali, Kenneth Nkosi, Celeste Ntuli and Luyanda Zwane, and has already generated strong audience reactions online for its emotionally charged storytelling and dramatic twists.
As executive producers, AFDA alumni Gugu Zuma-Ncube and Thuli Zuma continue to make a significant impact within the African and global television industry through compelling, high-quality African content that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Their involvement in The Polygamist reflects the growing international demand for authentic African stories and further highlights the important contribution AFDA graduates continue to make across the global creative economy.
Netflix has described The Polygamist as one of its major South African productions, demonstrating the continued expansion and recognition of African storytelling within the international streaming landscape.
AFDA congratulates Gugu Zuma-Ncube and Thuli Zuma on this remarkable achievement and celebrates the continued success of its alumni who are shaping the future of film, television and entertainment both locally and internationally.
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BBC: “What was your screen time?”
Student: “Nine hours.”
BBC: “You’re gong to have a lot more time to fill. What will you do?”
Student: “Stare at a wall.”
Now, two Zimbabwean novels have been adapted for film and are streaming on Netflix.
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Malawians sing to express their anger after a visit by Ngizwe Mchunu and his team in Durban. They say all they want is to go home.
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Lillian Dube will return for the ‘Soul City’ revival, reprising her role as Sister Bettina. The series is also rumoured to be returning under a new title ‘Shayi’ndlela’
🚨🇯🇵 𝗡𝗘𝗪: This is how Japan left their dressing room behind.
In Japan it’s tradition to clean everything all the time no matter where you are, for them it means mindfulness, organization, and respect.
Some people woke up early today not to go to work, but to queue for dialysis, chemotherapy, surgery, or to attend a burial. As you walk through life, be mindful of others. Don't push people. Be kind, pray for others, and always thank God.