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Mzansi Magic’s telenovela Inimba celebrates a great win after bagging two awards at the 19th annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs).
Zenande Mfenyana, who portrays the character of Thumeka Mabandla on Inimba, also walked away with her first golden horn for Best Supporting Actress in Telenovela, making it a total of three awards for Inimba.
Produced by the Milton Empire, Inimba has won the hearts of many, keeping them glued to screens through the story of love, sacrifice, and the unstoppable force of a mother’s bond with her child.
Over the weekend at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Inimba scooped the Best Achievement in Scriptwriting, as well as the Most Popular TV Soap or Telenovela (Public vote).
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Accepting her award, Zenande said: “Thank you, God. To God be all the glory, praise, and honour,” She also acknowledged the support she has received from her siblings, with one joining her on stage during the moment.
“Thank you, baby. I know you’re watching from home. Mommy did it, all that I do, I do for you.”
Zenande Mfenyana wins BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A TELENOVELA at the SAFTAs for her role as Thumeka Mabandla in Inimba S1#SAFTAs19 pic.twitter.com/v7OeOT2Hbk
— News Live SA (@newslivesa) March 14, 2026
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CEO and founder of the Milton Empire, Siphosethu Tshaphu, took to his Instagram page with pride to share their achievements.
“Last night, Inimba was honoured with Best Writing:Telenovela and Best Telenovela (Public Vote) at the SAFTA Awards. And in what made the night even more special, our very own Zenande Mfenyana took home the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Telenovela. Three awards. One story. One incredible journey,” he shared.
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