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The Best Episodes of Shaka iLembe

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Set in the 1700s, Shaka iLembe tells the story of the making of the iconic African king, with iterations from his early childhood through to adulthood.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 1 - The Flower of eLangeni
    6.5/10(124 votes)

    #1 - The Flower of eLangeni

    S1:E1

    Princess Nandi of the Langeni meets and captures the heart of Prince Senzangakhona of the Zulu, however, their romance is cut short by a clash with Prince Zwide of the Ndwandwe. Zwide declares war on the Zulus, placing the blame on Senzangakhona's shoulders.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 2 - An Eye For An Eye
    6.0/10(60 votes)

    #2 - An Eye For An Eye

    S1:E2

    A Sangoma investigates Queen Ntombazi for King Langa's murder, but not all is as it seems. The Zulu, fearing their survival against the powerful Ndwandwe, receive a prophecy of a future great king.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 3 - King Jobe's Wrath
    0.0/10(52 votes)

    #3 - King Jobe's Wrath

    S1:E3

    As the Zulus face the Ndwandwe army, an ally emerges to support them. Queen Ntombazi, fearing for her son's safety, embarks on a journey to the Mthethwa capital.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 4 - Welcome Mlilwane
    0.0/10(58 votes)

    #4 - Welcome Mlilwane

    S1:E4

    Prince Godongwana and Baleka escape but their freedom is short-lived when Mthethwa warriors trap them. Princess Nandi faces the shock of her pregnancy and heartache follows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 5 - A Zulu Wedding
    0.0/10(51 votes)

    #5 - A Zulu Wedding

    S1:E5

    King Senzangakhona proposes to Nandi, who becomes his third wife, while a crisis unfolds in kwaNdwandwe as Zwide and Goloza confront each other.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 6 - Things Fall Apart...
    0.0/10(68 votes)

    #6 - Things Fall Apart...

    S1:E6

    Shaka and Nandi's lives change when Bhibhi arrives and poisons Senzangakhona against them. Godongwana finds refuge with the Hlubi and changes his name to Dingiswayo.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 7 - A Mother's Love
    0.0/10(42 votes)

    #7 - A Mother's Love

    S1:E7

    Dingiswayo and Ngomane face the grim reality of being sold as slaves. Nandi and her children return to eLangeni.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 8 - Shaka Ilembe, Senzangakhona Ka Jama Is My Father
    0.0/10(48 votes)

    #8 - Shaka Ilembe, Senzangakhona Ka Jama Is My Father

    S1:E8

    Shaka is determined to return to his father but he faces disappointment when he meets with King Senzangakhona.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 9 - A Hero Falls
    0.0/10(93 votes)

    #9 - A Hero Falls

    S1:E9

    Shaka embraces Gendeyana's offer and joins the camp. Dingiswayo's attempt to avoid bloodshed is met with betrayal.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 10 - Ilembe
    0.0/10(43 votes)

    #10 - Ilembe

    S1:E10

    Nandi and her children leave Quabae and move to kwaMthethwa. Shaka strives to prove himself by facing a terrifying opponent.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 11 - Reap What You Sow
    0.0/10(83 votes)

    #11 - Reap What You Sow

    S1:E11

    Shaka rises to recruit his own Amabutho in the Mthethwa army. Shaka faces a betrayal while displaying his negotiation skills and launches an attack on Makhedama's forces.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Shaka iLembe Season 1 Episode 12 - Seize Your Destiny
    0.0/10(59 votes)

    #12 - Seize Your Destiny

    S1:E12

    Ngomane begins to observe Shaka's darker side. Amid power struggles, Shaka outsmarts those plotting against him and returns to the Zulu, determined to take the seat of King.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 1 - The Return of a King
    0.0/10(60 votes)

    #13 - The Return of a King

    S2:E1

    Shaka returns to KwaNobamba to claim his throne. While many celebrate, others plot his downfall. Meanwhile, the Ndwandwe prepare a traitor to betray Dingiswayo.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 2 - To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First
    0.0/10(45 votes)

    #14 - To Bend Iron, You Must Heat It First

    S2:E2

    Phungashe declares war. Can Shaka unite an untrained, divided Zulu army to save his people? In the north, the Ndwandwe deliver a bride to the Ngwane King, Somhlolo.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 3 - A King Rises
    0.0/10(63 votes)

    #15 - A King Rises

    S2:E3

    Nandi suspects sabotage ahead of Shaka's coronation. Ntombazana targets Dingiswayo, setting the Ndwandwe's plan into motion.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 4 - My Daughter Is No Lamb
    0.0/10(50 votes)

    #16 - My Daughter Is No Lamb

    S2:E4

    Dingiswayo declares war on the Ndwandwe and appoints Ngomane to help Shaka build his army. Nongila and Ngwadi journey to the Xhosa, while Ntombazana arrives at oYengweni with a deadly mission.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 5 - Betrayal Is In The Air
    0.0/10(48 votes)

    #17 - Betrayal Is In The Air

    S2:E5

    Nongila and Ngwadi are captured by Boers. Somveli kills to hide his betrayal. Ntombazana lures Dingiswayo in.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 6 - Into The Lion's Den
    0.0/10(56 votes)

    #18 - Into The Lion's Den

    S2:E6

    Dingiswayo marches to war, blind to the trap Ntombazi has set. Ngwadi and Nongila reach the Xhosa but are caught in a Boer assault. Shaka makes a decision he will regret.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 7 - A Great King Falls
    0.0/10(80 votes)

    #19 - A Great King Falls

    S2:E7

    Hletjiwe and Sikhunyana flee. oYengweni stands on the brink as Zwide's army descends on the Mthethwa.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 8 - No Mercy
    0.0/10(139 votes)

    #20 - No Mercy

    S2:E8

    Shaka declares no mercy on the Ndwandwe. Sikhunyana reaches KwaNgwane, only to realize he has brought danger to their door.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 9 - The Battle of Gqokli Hill
    0.0/10(95 votes)

    #21 - The Battle of Gqokli Hill

    S2:E9

    Goloza foresees tragedy but keeps a bitter silence. As Shaka prepares a brilliant war strategy, a trusted ally betrays him.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 10 - A Dark Cloud Descends
    0.0/10(44 votes)

    #22 - A Dark Cloud Descends

    S2:E10

    Zwide is shattered by heartbreak. Nandi uncovers a dangerous secret she must protect, even if it means defying her son.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 11 - The Kingdom Grows
    0.0/10(29 votes)

    #23 - The Kingdom Grows

    S2:E11

    Shaka expands Zulu power with ruthless ambition. Ntombazi prepares her darkest muthi yet.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Shaka iLembe Season 2 Episode 12 - The King of Kings
    0.0/10(149 votes)

    #24 - The King of Kings

    S2:E12

    The final battle between Zulu and Ndwandwe rages across the Mhlathuze. Shaka and Zwide face off one last time.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Flower of eLangeni" is the best rated episode of "Shaka iLembe". It scored 6.5/10 based on 124 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/18/2023. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "An Eye For An Eye".