e.tv Launches The New Golden Hour with Star-Studded Dramas eGagasini: Waves of Change and The Four of Us
e.tv is adding fresh momentum to weeknight viewing with the launch of its brand-new The Golden Hour, featuring two highly anticipated original local dramas, eGagasini: Waves of Change and The Four of Us. Premiering on Monday, 29 June 2026, eGagasini: Waves of Change will air at 19:30, followed by The Four of Us at 20:00. Together, the productions deliver a full hour of drama shaped by ambition, family conflict, betrayal, love, music and legacy.
Featuring some of South Africa's most celebrated actors alongside exciting new talent, both productions showcase e.tv's commitment to delivering authentic, high-quality local stories that resonate with audiences across the country.
eGagasini: Waves of Change
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Durban's evolving music scene, eGagasini: Waves of Change follows three ambitious best friends from Umlazi, Lwandle, Njabulo and Sihle, whose lives change forever after a viral music video catapults their trio, Truth or Dare, into the spotlight.
Their dreams of stardom quickly become entangled in a devastating secret when a tragic accident aboard a yacht leaves a young woman dead. Bound together by guilt and fear, the trio enter a pact of silence to protect their future.
Leading the cast is veteran actor Meshack Mavuso as Senzo Dube, a legendary music producer and founder of Umlilo Records. Once a pioneer who helped shape Durban's music landscape, Senzo is determined to restore his struggling empire to its former glory.
Joining him is Gugu Gumede as Phumelela Dube, Senzo's wife, business partner and the strategic powerhouse behind Umlilo Records. Smart, sophisticated and fiercely ambitious, Phumelela becomes the driving force behind the signing of Truth or Dare and their meteoric rise.
Nolwazi Tsebesha as Noxolo Dube, the adored only child of Phume and Senzo, a confident, intelligent, and popular matric head girl who excels effortlessly. Raised as her father’s “princess,” she carries both privilege and pressure. Drawn to the world of Truth or Dare, her life is set on a path that will change everything.
The young stars at the centre of the story include:
Aphelele Shezi as Njabulo, a stylish producer, hustler and visionary determined to build his own music empire.
Nomfundo Radebe as Sihle, a bold and ambitious vocalist who believes stardom is her only path to the life she deserves.
Londeka Mkhwanazi as Lwandle, a church-raised singer blessed with extraordinary talent but burdened by impossible choices that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear.
Additional cast members include Ntando Mncube, Duduzile Ngcobo, Mduduzo Nombela and Anele Nene.
Filled with suspense, romance, music and betrayal, eGagasini: Waves of Change explores the devastating cost of ambition and what happens when the truth refuses to stay buried.
The Four of Us
At 20:00, audiences will be drawn into the world of The Four of Us, a gripping family drama centred on the influential Dhlomo family, where old wounds, power struggles and long-held resentments threaten to tear the family apart.
The Dhlomo Family:
Leading the ensemble cast is the SAFTA Award-winning actress Sindi Dlathu as Busani Dhlomo, the fiercely principled eldest sibling who has spent her life carrying the burden of family responsibility. Determined to preserve her father's legacy, Busani believes every sacrifice she makes is for the good of the family, even when it comes at great personal cost.
Opposite her is Sdumo Mtshali as Bobbi Dhlomo, a charismatic and ambitious man determined to claim his place as head of the family. Having spent years feeling overshadowed by his sister's success, Bobbi is ready to fight for the recognition he believes he deserves.
The acclaimed actor Thembinkosi Mthembu stars as Banzi Dhlomo, the overlooked middle sibling whose search for validation and belonging fuels much of the family's emotional conflict.
Kealeboga Masango joins the cast as the youngest Dhlomo sibling, a free spirit chasing freedom, pleasure and new experiences while carrying the weight of unresolved grief.
Sibongile Nojila as Masechaba "Gogozi" Dhlomo, a respected Dhlomo matriarch who fiercely protects her family, traditions, and legacy. Wise and influential, she quietly helps shape the family's future from behind the scenes.
Seipati Mahamu as Lethabo, devoted mother of Bobbi’s children, holding onto hope that she will one day find love, acceptance, and her rightful place within the Dhlomo family.
Lebohang Lephatsoane as Malusi, Bobbi’s bold, stylish, and charismatic son who brings humour, confidence, and flair to the Dhlomo family.
Introducing rising star, Nombulelo Letsosa as Luyanda. Luyanda is a stylish and outspoken IT girl whose love for fashion and social status often puts her at odds with her mother, Busani. Beneath her confidence lies a young woman navigating family, identity, and belonging.
Pascaline Phale as Mafusi, the Dhlomo family's no-nonsense housekeeper who has served the household for decades. Fiercely loyal and deeply respected, she is Margaret’s trusted confidant and never hesitates to speak the truth.
Papi’s Family:
Veteran actor Dumisani Dlamini takes on the role of Papi, a powerful and determined man who believes he was robbed of what was rightfully his and is prepared to reclaim it at any cost.
The powerhouse actress Rami Chuene stars as Vera, whose fierce loyalty and desire for security are rooted in a childhood marked by poverty and hardship.
Nthabiseng Kgosana as Bassie, a stylish and outspoken township baddie who believes her family was robbed of the wealth and status they deserve. Fiercely loyal to her father, Papi, she fuels his ambitions and will do whatever it takes to help him get ahead.
Scelo Buthelezi portrays Kopano, an intelligent and introspective young man struggling to reconcile his place within a complicated family.
The Nhlapho Family:
Completing the ensemble is Hope Mbhele as Ndumi Nhlapho, a compassionate and resilient woman dedicated to creating a better future for her gifted younger brother while learning that she cannot carry the world on her shoulders alone.
Joining the cast are exciting new talents Quinton Madlala as Mnini and Tebogo Malapane as Ntando. As siblings, the pair bring fresh energy, compelling dynamics, and a new layer of intrigue to the story, making them characters to watch.
With eGagasini: Waves of Change and The Four of Us, e.tv’s Golden Hour becomes a dedicated weeknight destination for local drama, celebrating South African talent both in front of and behind the camera.
From the high-stakes world of music, fame and dangerous secrets in eGagasini: Waves of Change to the fierce battles for power, legacy and belonging in The Four of Us, viewers can expect unforgettable characters, emotional storytelling, and compelling drama every weeknight.
Don't miss the launch of e.tv's Golden Hour on Monday, 29 June 2026, with eGagasini: Waves of Change at 19:30, followed by The Four of Us at 20:00, only on e.tv.