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| Genre | Drama |
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| Composer | Modia Shole |
| Country of origin | South Africa |
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| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 104 |
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| Cinematography | Lesiba Teffo |
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| Running time | 20-23 minutes |
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| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 23 May 2024 |
Empini is a 2024 South African Showmax Original television drama. The series was executive produced by Marc Jury, Nomsa Philiso, Nicola van Niekerk, Nomusa Nzima, Khayelihle Dominique Gumede, Clive Morris, and Pamela Morris. It stars Siyabonga Thwala, Mpumi Mpama, Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, Amahle Khumalo, Angela Sithole, Joseph Sedibo, Ernest Ndlovu, Sparky Xulu, and Sello Motloung as the main cast. [1]
Each episode in season 1 was released twice on Thursday, and each episode in season 2 was released twice on Tuesday.
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| 1 | 52 | May 23, 2024 | November 14, 2024 | |
| 2 | 52 | March 4, 2025 | August 26, 2025 | |
Empini tells the story of a hot-headed Ndoni, who suspects her father's death was at the hands of his best friend, Khaya Bhodoza. She embarks on a politically charged journey to clear his name and uncover the government conspiracies surrounding his murder. [2]
In the season, how far is she willing to go for revenge? A vengeful daughter, Ndoni, makes it her mission to repay her father's betrayal. Ndoni infiltrates the shady world of VIP security to face her enemies and fulfill her duty. [3]
On 30 April 2024, Showmax Stories announced that Empini would premiere on 23 May, as part of its list of what to watch on Showmax in May 2024. [10] On 23 May 2024, the series premiered with two episodes released every Thursday. [11]
On 27 May 2024, YoMzansi named Empini its TV Show of the Week. [12]