Series synopsis
Empini is a drama television series that premiered on Showmax on May 23, 2024. It stars Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, Siyabonga Twala, Charmaine Mtinta and Ernest Ndhlovu.
A vengeful daughter makes it her mission to repay her father's betrayal. She infiltrate's the shady world of VIP security to face a man who is hardened by political enemies.
Premise
A vengeful daughter makes it her mission to repay her father's betrayal. She infiltrate's the shady world of VIP security to face a man who is hardened by political enemies.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Nambitha Ben-Mazwi as Ndoni Themba
- Siyabonga Twala as Khaya Bhodoza
- Charmaine Mtinta as Dorah Themba
- Ernest Ndhlovu as Enoch Mbatha
- Owen Sejake as General Moeti
- Angela Sithole as Winnie Bhodoza
- Amahle Khumalo as Nosipho Bhodoza
- Neo Ntlatleng as Uhuru Moeti
Supporting cast
- Sandile Mahlangu as Jabulani Ngubane
- Terrence Ngwila as Thobani Kodisang
- Kabelo Thai as Madlopa Mkhwanazi
- Joseph Sediba as Mkhonto Bhodoza
- Bonolo Leagile as Venus
- Teboho Sethabela as Aubrey
- Palesa Dlamini as Young Ndoni
- Simpiwe Sip Nkabinde as Bonga Themba
- Smash Afrika as Blaza
- Brenda Duma as Gugu Ndlovu
- Mmamodise Mphuti as Zozo
- Thabo Khumalo as Colonel Sikhakhane
Guest cast
- Bonolo Leagile as Venus
- Teboho Sethabela as Aubrey
- Palesa Dlamini as Young Ndoni
- Simpiwe Sip Nkabinde as Bonga Themba
- Smash Afrika as Blaza
- Brenda Duma as Gugu Ndlovu
- Mmamodise Mphuti as Zozo
- Thabo Khumalo as Colonel Sikhakhane
- Veronica Shirinda as Millicent
- Zintle Matwa as Rose
- Onthatile Tawana as Luyanda
- Andrian Mazive as Isaiah
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 104 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 52 | May 23, 2024 | November 14, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 52 | March 4, 2025 | August 26, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Comrades, I Greet You In The Name Of Freedom A vengeful daughter makes it her mission to repay het father's betrayal. She infiltrate's the shady world of VIP security to face a man who is hardened by political enemies. |
May 23, 2024 |
| 2 |
I'm Bg 1 Now Ndoni's investigation seems to have reached a dead end, but a crucial discovery changes everything. Uhuru gets told to suck it up and do what he needs to do. |
May 23, 2024 |
| 3 |
Speak Now, Or Forever Hold Your Grave Ndoni vows to avenge her father, while Madlopa and Lufuno do their best to help. Khaya deals with Enoch's assailant. Uhuru shows his true colors. |
May 30, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome Home Ndoni and Khaya have some explaining to do to the police. Masasa and Zenzele grieve Mzoxolo. Meanwhile, the Bhodoza family is placed on lockdown. |
March 4, 2025 |
| 2 |
The Return of Khaya Bhodoza Khaya returns to his family, and MPS readies to join forces with Zenzele, but the boy couldnt care less. Dora worries about Ndoni and her escapades with Madlopa. |
March 4, 2025 |
| 3 |
My Comrade, My Friend Ndoni is determined to move on with her life while giving Zenzele the cold shoulder at work. General wins the support of his party members despite being suspended. Khaya apologizes to Uhuru. |
March 11, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Showmax |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 23, 2024 |
| Last aired | August 26, 2025 |
| Status | continue |