Shaka Zulu

Overview

Set in 1823 South Africa, the Zulu Empire, led by the formidable King Shaka, a cunning military tactician, begins to extend its influence towards the British colony of Cape Town. In response, a diverse group of adventurers, soldiers, and mercenaries embarks on a mission to Zululand. Their goal is to engage with Shaka and evaluate the true extent of his military power, navigating the complex dynamics between the burgeoning Zulu force and colonial interests.

Episodes

• 1
  

  Part 1

  In 1823, under the leadership of the cunning military strategist Shaka, warriors from the Zulu Empire begin to threaten the borders of the British co...

  Oct 24, 1986
• 2
  

  Part 2

  Following their shipwreck near Zululand, the British are guided to Shaka's stronghold, Kwa Bulawayo. There, they encounter Shaka and his mother, Nandi...

  Oct 24, 1986
• 3
  

  Part 3

  In Part 3, Dr. Fynn details the early life of Shaka and his ascent to prominence, beginning with the clandestine romance between Nandi and Prince Senz...

  Oct 31, 1986
• 4
  

  Part 4

  In Part 4, Nandi's father insists that the Zulu tribe acknowledge Nandi and her son, Shaka. Senzangakona, the newly crowned king of the Zulu, marries ...

  Nov 07, 1986
• 5
  

  Part 5

  Shaka has matured into a distinguished young man. Senzangakona summons him back to Zululand to be his successor. Upon his return, Shaka inadvertently ...

  Nov 14, 1986
• 6
  

  Part 6

  In Part 6, Shaka ventures into the Nkandla forest to enlist the help of a blacksmith in crafting a stabbing spear known as “ixwa.” He returns to h...

  Nov 21, 1986
• 7
  

  Part 7

  In this episode, Farewell and his crew are welcomed as guests by Shaka. However, chaos ensues when Shaka suffers serious injuries from an assassinatio...

  Nov 26, 1986
• 8
  

  Part 8

  In Part 8, Farewell and his crew set up Port Natal along the coastline. Despite their efforts, the men grow increasingly discontented and long to retu...

  Dec 05, 1986
• 9
  

  Part 9

  Following the burial of the deceased, Farewell seeks assistance in constructing a boat to navigate back to Cape Town. Shaka consents but retains the ...

  Dec 12, 1986
• 10
  

  Part 10

  The long-anticipated prophecy unfolds as attempts to broker peace between the Zulu Empire and Great Britain falter. The death of Queen Mother Nandi le...

  Dec 19, 1986