Season 1
Isiphetho: Destiny is a South African telenovela set in the heart of Soweto amidst the vibrant community of Mzimhlope, which follows the intertwined lives of four friends who were bound by a lifechanging secret during their teenage years.
Now in their 30s, they find themselves drawn back to Mzimhlope, determined to chase their true destinies.
In a bid to revitalise their community and rewrite their futures, the four friends embark on an exciting new venture - an innovative restaurant aimed at bringing unique culinary delights to the township.
But at every turn on their journey to self-determination, their past and enemies from every angle threaten to thwart their dreams.
The family-oriented drama series features a diverse cast of characters as they navigate the complexities of community life in Mzimhlope.
The series stars Mbalenhle Mavimbela, Upile uThixo Bongco, Tsholo Maseko, Kope Makgae, Gugu Gumede, Linda Sokhulu, Mjosty Mbhele, Thulani Mtsweni, Peter Mashigo, Nokwazi Dlamini, Chrispen Nyathi, Simangele Mhlongo and Sibusiso Sithole.
Isiphetho: Destiny was created by Mandla N and Mpumelelo Nhlapo and is produced by Black Brain Pictures.
The executive producers are Mpumelelo Nhlapo, Mandla N and Annelie van Rooyen; the series producer is Zikona Anam Debese.
The head writers are Mpumelelo Nhlapo, Mandla N and Sasa Nqabeni, with a writing team including Zolisa Sigwada, Nokuphiwa Magubane, Seabela Maila, Msizi Zane Ndovela, Rami Nhlapho, Elelwani Netshifhire, Nombulelo Mcwerah, Pfarelo Nemakonde, Thulani Sandile Sundu, Awelani Makhuvha, Sibusiso Malaza, Shonisani Masutha, Palesa Mashao and Mamello Ngoepe.
Music is by Black Brain Pictures, Jamela J Ross, Mandla N, Bongo Riot, Senzo Afrika, Henwood and Kurt Slabbert.