There is a brand-new wave of local storytelling heading to South African television. Premiering on Monday, 29 June 2026, eGagasini: Waves of Change is the latest original telenovela to join e.tv‘s primetime line-up, bringing together music, suspense, romance and betrayal in what promises to be one of the channel’s biggest drama launches of the year. With a powerful eGagasini: Waves of Change cast made up of both seasoned veterans and exciting new talent, the series delivers a dynamic ensemble set to bring this high-stakes story to life on screen.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Durban’s evolving music scene, eGagasini: Waves of Change follows three ambitious best friends from Umlazi whose dreams of making it big are suddenly within reach. But as their careers begin to soar, one devastating night changes everything, forcing them to protect a secret that could destroy their future. With a cast featuring legendary South African stars alongside exciting new talent, eGagasini: Waves of Change is poised to become essential weeknight viewing.
What is eGagasini: Waves of Change about?
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Durban’s evolving music scene, eGagasini: Waves of Change follows three ambitious best friends from Umlazi – Lwandle, Njabulo and Sihle whose lives change forever after a viral music video catapults their trio, Truth or Dare, into the spotlight. Their dreams of stardom quickly become entangled in a devastating secret when a tragic accident aboard a yacht leaves a young woman dead.
Bound together by guilt and fear, the trio enter a pact of silence to protect their future. Filled with suspense, romance, music and betrayal, eGagasini: Waves of Change explores the devastating cost of ambition and what happens when the truth refuses to stay buried.
When does eGagasini: Waves of Change premiere?
The wait is almost over. eGagasini: Waves of Change premieres on Monday, 29 June 2026. The highly anticipated telenovela will air Monday to Friday at 19:30 on e.tv, becoming part of the channel’s brand-new primetime offering.
Where to watch eGagasini: Waves of Change
Viewers can watch eGagasini: Waves of Change on e.tv, airing every weekday at 19:30 from Monday, 29 June 2026. The series forms part of e.tv’s refreshed evening schedule and is expected to be one of the channel’s biggest local productions of the year.
Meet the cast of eGagasini: Waves of Change
One of the biggest strengths of eGagasini: Waves of Change is its impressive ensemble cast, blending legendary performers with rising stars.
Meshack Mavuso Magabane as Senzo Dube
Leading the cast is veteran actor Meshack Mavuso Magabane as Senzo Dube, a legendary music producer and founder of Umlilo Records. Once a pioneer who helped shape Durban’s music landscape, Senzo is determined to restore his struggling empire to its former glory. A South African legendary and veteran actor best known for his starring television roles as Javas in iconic show Yizo Yizo and Vusi Moletsane in Isidingo. More recently, he featured in the Netflix smash-hit series The Polygamist, further cementing his status as one of South Africa’s most respected actors.
Gugu Gumede as Phumelela Dube
Joining him is Gugu Gumede as Phumelela Dube, Senzo’s wife, business partner and the strategic powerhouse behind Umlilo Records. Smart, sophisticated and fiercely ambitious, Phumelela becomes the driving force behind the signing of Truth or Dare and their meteoric rise. Best known for her beloved role as MaMlambo on SABC1‘s long running soapie Uzalo. She also stars as Joyce in Netflix‘s record-breaking series The Polygamist.
Nolwazi Tsebesha as Noxolo Dube
Nolwazi Tsebesha stars as Noxolo Dube, the adored only child of Phume and Senzo. Confident, intelligent and a popular matric head girl who excels effortlessly, Noxolo has always been raised as her father’s “princess”, carrying both privilege and pressure. Drawn into the world of Truth or Dare, her life is set on a path that will change everything. She stars in the Netflix supernovela The Polygamist as Sarah, and also featured on Scandal!
Meet the fresh talent in eGagasini: Waves of Change cast
At the heart of eGagasini: Waves of Change is the music trio Truth or Dare.
Aphelele Shezi as Njabulo
Aphelele Shezi plays Njabulo, a stylish producer, hustler and visionary determined to build his own music empire.
Nomfundo Radebe as Sihle
Nomfundo Radebe stars as Sihle, a bold and ambitious vocalist who believes stardom is her only path to the life she deserves.
Londeka Mkhwanazi as Lwandle
Londeka Mkhwanazi portrays Lwandle, a church-raised singer blessed with extraordinary talent but burdened by impossible choices that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear.
More acclaimed talent in eGagasini: Waves of Change cast
The supporting cast also features talented actors like Ntando Mncube, Duduzile Ngcobo, Mduduzi Nombela, Anele Nene, Zanele Zulu, Pinky Mjwarha and Sbonakaliso Mazibuko. Together, the ensemble brings to life the gripping world of eGagasini: Waves of Change, where ambition, loyalty and dangerous secrets collide.
Ntando Mncube as Jacob Shozi
Duduzile Ngcobo as Gogo Shozi
Mduduzi Nombela as Qedumzi Mtshali
Anele Nene also stars in the series
Zanele Zulu as Rebecca Shozi
Pinky Mjwarha as Nomusa Khumalo
Sbonakaliso Mazibuko as Mthunzi Jali
More characters in eGagasini: Waves of Change
Kenneth Khumalo
Hubo Mtshali
Ayalanga Shozi in eGagasini: Waves of Change
e.tv enters a bold new era with The Golden Hour
The launch of eGagasini: Waves of Change marks an exciting new chapter for e.tv. Following the conclusion of the long-running Scandal! after two decades of acclaimed storytelling and House of Zwide after an impressive five-year run, the broadcaster is introducing fresh momentum to weeknight television with The Golden Hour.
The brand-new primetime power hour introduces two highly anticipated original local dramas: eGagasini: Waves of Change and The Four of Us. Featuring some of South Africa’s most celebrated actors alongside exciting new talent, both productions reinforce e.tv‘s commitment to delivering authentic, high-quality local stories that resonate with audiences across the country. Stepping into the timeslots previously occupied by two of South Africa’s most-loved dramas, eGagasini: Waves of Change and The Four of Us promise bold narratives rooted in family, ambition, betrayal and survival, brought to life by two of the country’s most respected production houses.
Who produces eGagasini: Waves of Change?
eGagasini: Waves of Change is produced by Stained Glass TV, with Gugu Zuma-Ncube and Pepsi Pokane serving as producers. Speaking about the new drama, executive producer Pepsi Pokane said the series explores the consequences that come with chasing success.
“At its heart, eGagasini explores what young people are willing to sacrifice in pursuit of success.” – Pepsi Pokane
“It is vibrant, aspirational, and deeply rooted in music culture, but beneath that is a tense thriller about guilt, fear, and the weight of one life-changing decision. We are excited to bring audiences a story that feels fresh, contemporary, and emotionally charged,” he adds
As eGagasini: Waves of Change premieres on Monday, 29 June 2026 at 19:30 on e.tv, viewers can expect an emotional rollercoaster where every success comes at a priceand where the truth may never stay buried.
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