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Two of South Africa’s most revered actresses, Winnie Ntshaba and Jo-Anne Reyneke, are set to grace e.tv’s primetime slot as the lead stars of a brand-new telenovela titled ‘Land of Mills and Money’. The exciting news, which broke on August 13, 2026, has sent ripples of anticipation through the Mzansi entertainment landscape.
Scheduled to debut on Monday, August 31, 2026, the daily drama will unfold in the fictional Mpumalanga town of Shonalanga. It promises a gripping narrative exploring themes of ambition, power, greed, and deeply buried secrets. Ntshaba is cast as Mazwi Mhlongo, a formidable township matriarch, while Reyneke’s role is yet to be fully detailed but is expected to be equally impactful.
Key Players Involved
- Winnie Ntshaba: Award-winning South African actress, confirmed as a lead in ‘Land of Mills and Money’, playing Mazwi Mhlongo.
- Jo-Anne Reyneke: Celebrated South African actress, confirmed as a lead alongside Ntshaba.
- Nelisiwe Sibiya: Portrays Phiwe, a police officer entangled in a heist and dangerous secrets.
- Zamani Mbatha: Plays Muzi Mhlongo, Phiwe’s partner.
- e.tv: The South African television channel set to air the new telenovela in its coveted 7 PM slot.
Event Timeline
- August 13, 2026: Entertainment commentator @TvblogbyMLU breaks the news on X (formerly Twitter) regarding the casting of Ntshaba and Reyneke.
- August 14, 2026: Major South African media outlets confirm the news, building excitement for the show’s premiere.
- August 31, 2026: ‘Land of Mills and Money’ is scheduled to debut on e.tv.
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