SABC2 has commissioned a third and final season of the Xitsonga telenovela Giyani: Land of Blood produced by Tshedza Pictures which will introduce a new family to the cast.
While the first two seasons revolved around themes of land ownership and who the rightful owners are amidst the squabbles of two warring families and a forbidden love story, the third season of Giyani will "embark on the show's final odyssey" according to SABC2.
The third season will bring viewers into "a world that has expanded and changed – the banana plantation has been replaced by the game lodge, which Manoko continues to pillage, while the villagers remain marginalised and living in poverty on their supposed own land".
The third season of Giyani will introduce the Khoza family with Lesley Musina joining the cast as Solani Khoza, a
successful lawyer, and the patriarch of the Khoza family.
Lesley's wife Pele (Bokang Phelane) is an ex-promo-girl turn club manager, while Gigi Ndlovu
joins in the role of Dzovo, Solani's son.
Dzovo is Khensani's new love interest
and business partner. Mambeku (Nsuku Baloyi) is the matriarch of the Khoza family. Mixo (Nkateko Mabunda) and Zuri are the two daughters. Mudau will now be played by Mahlatsi Mokoena.
"SABC2 is elated to see the return of this layered offering. In
an effort of diversifying our drama slate, Giyani remains a strong property on
our platforms," says Jacqui Hlongwane, SABC2 head of programming.
"In keeping with our family entertainment proposition, our
viewers are immersed in the intriguing storyline that outlines themes which our
audiences can identify with."
