South African television is set for a shake-up with e.tv’s announcement of two new local drama series, ‘eGagasini: Waves of Change’ and ‘The Four of Us’, set to premiere on June 29, 2026. These productions are part of the broadcaster’s new ‘Golden Hour’ programming block, aiming to expand local storytelling. ‘eGagasini: Waves of Change’ is set in Durban’s vibrant music industry, following three friends whose rise to fame is complicated by a fatal incident. It stars veteran actor Meshack Mavuso as music producer Senzo Dube and Gugu Gumede as his wife and business partner. ‘The Four of Us’ delves into family power struggles, centering on the influential Dhlomo family with SAFTA Award-winning actress Sindi Dlathu leading the cast as Busani Dhlomo, alongside Sdumo Mtshali and Thembinkosi Mthembu. These new dramas promise high-engagement entertainment with a strong lineup of prominent South African talent.
Key Players Involved
- e.tv: Broadcaster launching the new drama series.
- Meshack Mavuso: Stars as Senzo Dube in ‘eGagasini: Waves of Change’.
- Gugu Gumede: Plays Phumelela Dube in ‘eGagasini: Waves of Change’.
- Sindi Dlathu: Leads the cast as Busani Dhlomo in ‘The Four of Us’.
- Sdumo Mtshali & Thembinkosi Mthembu: Featured in ‘The Four of Us’.
Event Timeline
- June 29, 2026: Premiere of ‘eGagasini: Waves of Change’ and ‘The Four of Us’.
