Netflix announced an expansive slate of local series and films to celebrate a decade of showcasing South African stories that supported more than 8,000 jobs through partnerships with over 30 local production companies. The slate was unveiled at a press showcase in Rosebank, Johannesburg, where Netflix executives, filmmakers and on-screen talent gathered to mark 10 years since the service’s 2016 launch in South Africa with a preview of the next wave of South African stories heading to screens worldwide.
“Ten years ago, we set out to share South African stories and voices with the world and today, we are proud to strengthen our partnership with the local creative industry and continue creating exciting stories that will entertain our members in South Africa and around the world,” said Ben Amadasun, VP of Content for Netflix Middle East and Africa. “Our slate ahead keeps that ambition alive with the addition of established names alongside bold new production partners across genres from unscripted to thrillers, family dramas and comedy.”
The announcement reflects Netflix’s continued work with South African creators, talent and production partners across commissions, acquisitions and licensing. The titles offer a forward look at the stories and creative relationships shaping Netflix’s journey in South Africa.
These include: Film Sequels and Returning Series, New Series and New Shows with New Production Partners. See them below:
Stars and Vows: Anele & Buzza | Coming Soon
From a budding romance to bridal bliss under the bright lights of fame, Stars and Vows: Anele & Buzza follows the love story of TV & radio personality Anele Mdoda and Bonelela “Buzza James” Mgudlwa as they navigate the challenges, joy and anticipation on the road to saying “I do.” The documentary soap and wedding special is created by Nomzamo Mbatha, Teddy Geldart, Vuyo Sowah and Pet Tasara, and directed by Pascual Wakefield. The series is set to launch on Netflix later this year.
Love Is Blind: South Africa – Coming Soon in 2026
The global social experiment comes to South Africa, hosted by Dineo and Solo Langa. Singles who want to be loved for who they are will choose someone to marry without ever meeting them. They will move in together, plan their wedding and test whether their emotional bond can survive physical realities, outside pressures and the journey to the altar.
How to Ruin Diwali: Meet The Parents | Launching 30 October 2026
The beloved How to Ruin universe returns with a fresh cultural twist. When overachieving perfectionist Mmabatho Nkomo meets her fiance’s traditional Indian family for the first time, her desperate attempt to impress backfires when she accidentally exposes her future father-in-law’s secret affair. With Diwali only days away, Mmabatho must navigate unfamiliar cultural territory and reunite the family she has torn apart without causing even more chaos. A first of its kind collaboration between Burnt Onion Productions and Urban Vision, the comedy stars Rosemary Zimu-Mnguni, Kyle Clark, Jailoshini Naidoo, Koobeshen Naidoo, Sonia Mbele, Meshack Mavuso, Luthando ‘BU’Mthembu, Denise Zimba, Ashish Gangapersad and more.
Seriously Single Too – Coming Soon in 2026
Dineo and Noni are back, but their friendship may not survive the trip. What is meant to be a wild Cape Town bachelorette getaway for the now-estranged friends becomes a disastrous chain of events that leaves them on the brink of ending their friendship for good. Directed by Rethabile Ramaphakela and Katleho Ramaphakela, the buddy comedy stars Fulu Modibedi, Tumi Morake, Buntu Petse, Keke Mphuthi, Yonda Thomas and Thabiso Rammusi.
Another Disaster Holiday | 11 December 2026
Directed by Rethabile Ramaphakela, Another Disaster Holiday sees Joseph Ngema preparing to become a dad again at fifty and fighting to prove he is still father of the year. Under the guise of a romantic Sun City babymoon with a heavily pregnant Nandi, Joseph sets out to crash his children’s holiday with his ex-wife Dora and the hot younger boyfriend stealing his thunder. Enter Kay Sibiya, who joins the returning star-studded cast as Dora’s new bae and Joseph’s newest competition. Naturally, disaster follows.
Tuiskoms 2 – Coming Soon in 2026
As Fleur and Werner prepare for their wedding, their carefully planned future takes an unexpected turn. At the same time, a free-spirited woman with a complicated past returns to Wilderness after years away, hoping to reconnect with the family she left behind. Across the town, old wounds, new beginnings and unexpected connections reshape the lives of those who call it home. The romance stars Amalia Uys, Kim Syster, Jane de Wet, Clint Brink and Armand Aucamp.
Blood Legacy Season 2 | Launching 25 September 2026
The Ndlovu family returns in Blood Legacy Season 2, with the family’s business, power and survival once again under threat. As secrets about the origins of their empire resurface, the fractured family must decide whether its greatest danger lies with its enemies or within its own ranks. The drama stars Xolile Tshabalala, Buyile Mdladla, Mike Ndlangamandla, Thembi Nyandeni, Amanda Seome, Dineo Rasedile, Anthony Oseyemi, Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa, Nandipa Khubone, Pallance Dladla , Thabiso Ramotshela and more.
Also currently in production are Marked Season 2 and Meet The Khumalos 2.
Marked Season 2 follows Babalwa as she sinks deeper into the criminal underworld, putting her family in even greater danger. Created by Akin Omotoso, Sydney Dire and Steven Pillemer, the heist thriller stars Lerato Mvelase, Sdumo Mtshali, Natasha Thahane, Sphamandla Dhludhlu and Bonko Khoza.
Meanwhile, Meet The Khumalos 2 brings back the family chaos with two mothers, an unforgettable road trip and an engagement hanging by a thread. Directed by Jayan Moodley, the comedy stars Khanyi Mbau, Ayanda Borotho, Jesse Suntele and Khosi Ngema.
To bring African fans of storytelling along on the celebration of this 10-year milestone, Netflix has launched a dedicated homepage row on the service ‘A Decade In Africa: Worth Every Watch‘. The curated collection includes local series and films, fan favourites from across the continent, iconic global titles loved by Netflix members in Africa and titles featuring global talent with African roots. The collections will be accessible to audiences across Sub-Saharan Africa from September through December 2026. Netflix members will automatically see the collection on their homepage or visit Netflix.com/Africa10 or Netflix.com/ADecadelnAfrica.
