Outlaws S1-2

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Outlaws is the story of two families at war: the Zulu, cattle-farming Biyelas and the Basotho, cattle-raiding Ts'eoles. S1 is available to binge and S2 streams from 17 November 2025, with new episodes weekly.

Outlaws, named Best Telenovela at the 2024 SAFTAs, tells the story of two families at war with each other: the Zulu, cattle-farming Biyela clan, and the Basotho, cattle-raiding Ts’eoles.

New cast member Noluthando Ngema (Mbali in Ithonga) will replace Nirvana Nokwe as Sihle Biyela. This season, she gives up her entire family and community to build a life with her lover, Leruo Ts’eole (Lehlohonolo Mayeza).

2024 double SAFTA winner Thembinkosi Mthembu (Dingiswayo in Shaka iLembe) returns as her brother, Bandile, while new faces include Thandolwethu Zondi (Bolt in Go!), recently nominated as Best Newcomer of 2025 at the National Film and TV Awards, and Mamodibe Ramodibe (Sihle in Black Tax).

Outlaws is produced by Tshedza Pictures, the powerhouse behind the Showmax record-holders Adulting and Youngins and the International Emmy-nominated The River.

All episodes of Outlaws S1 are now available to binge, with Season 2 premiering on Showmax on 17 November and airing on Mzansi Magic at 8PM on Saturdays from 22 November 2025.

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Thembinkosi Mthembu as Bandile Biyela

When the Ts'oeles charge from the peaks of the Malutis, Bandile leads the Biyelas' line of defence. He may be his father's son, but is he ready to lead?

Mmabatho Mogomotsi as Moretlo Ts'eole

Her words command an army, her name triggers fear in her enemies and her voice speaks volumes. Meet Moretlo Ts'eole, the general of the mountains.

Siyabonga Shibe as Bheki Biyela

At the helm of the Biyela empire, you will find Bheki, a family man with a hand that’s gifted with the power to nurture the land and livestock, and solidify community ties.

Mduduzi Nombela as Dumisani Dlamini

You may not hear him talk much, but you will feel his presence. Dumisani is a man who moves in silence, the kingmaker who is soon to be king.

Nolwazi Shange as Nandi Biyela

A woman whose love for her community and family is the glue that binds them all - this is Nandi Biyela, the matriarch.

Lehlohonolo Mayeza as Leruo Ts'eole

Leruo might be the Ts'eoles' most eligible bachelor and a verified stud, but will he get the happy ending he desires?

Keketso Mpitso as Tlali

Tlali is a hot-head who is not be messed with - he acts first, and deals with consequences later.

Mnqobi Kunene as Kwanele Dlamini

Kwanele is in love, but might have to choose between his heart and his loyalty to his family.

Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku as Sihle Biyela

A princess, and also one of the boys, Sihle Biyela is stronger than she looks.

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