Series synopsis
Sama Yaay is a family drama television series that premiered on YouTube on June 23, 2026. It was created by Ibou Gueye. It stars Mame Cire Ndiaye, Bineta Samb, Ndiaye Ciré Ba and Abdoulaye Diakhaté.
Codou, Fary, and Baye Zale reflect each day on the journey they have traveled. Behind their lives lies the silent struggle of a mother: Kéwé, widowed far too soon. Illiterate, Kéwé single-handedly bore the burden of the household, taking on numerous odd jobs and sacrificing her dreams to protect and raise her three children. Through her memories, Fary sees and experiences the reflection of this exceptional mother who transformed her tears into courage and her hardships into hope.
Premise
Codou, Fary, and Baye Zale reflect each day on the journey they have traveled. Behind their lives lies the silent struggle of a mother: Kéwé, widowed far too soon. Illiterate, Kéwé single-handedly bore the burden of the household, taking on numerous odd jobs and sacrificing her dreams to protect and raise her three children. Through her memories, Fary sees and experiences the reflection of this exceptional mother who transformed her tears into courage and her hardships into hope.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Mame Cire Ndiaye as Kéwé
- Bineta Samb as Kéwé (Adult)
- Ndiaye Ciré Ba as Fary
- Abdoulaye Diakhaté as Bakhaw
- Fatima Sall as Soda
- Khady Ndiaye Bijou as Codou
- Cheikh Abdou Doucouré as Baye Zale
- Ahmadou Biya Sow as Abass
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 10 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | June 23, 2026 | July 25, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | June 23, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | June 27, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | June 30, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | YouTube |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 23, 2026 |
| Last aired | July 7, 2026 |
| Status | continue |