Isitha:The Enemy The Price Of Power
As anticipation builds for Season 3, fans of the critically acclaimed drama series are in for an explosive new chapter, as we introduce five powerhouse performers to the cast. But first, we pause to honour the late Ebenhaezer Dibakwane, whose extraordinary talent and unforgettable presence left an indelible mark on Isitha: The Enemy. His untimely passing was a profound loss, and he is deeply missed.
Ebenhaezer portrayed the character of Tiga who is a menacing figure first introduced through Zandile’s phone calls in Season 2. In Season 3, Tiga’s face is finally revealed, along with his deadly mission to annihilate the Ngwenyas. His first move: an attempt to poison Zandile’s baby. When that fails, he exposes Rebs’ most dangerous secret, setting off a chain of irreversible events. Thabo Mkhabela honours Ebenhaezer’s legacy with a performance that is both chilling and deeply human as he takes on the role of Tiga.
Thokozani Sithole joins the cast as Langalibalele “Langa” Mkhize, a decorated military man turned fugitive. After a fallout with his corrupt General, Langa escapes a war-torn African country and finds refuge in KwaZulu-Natal, where he reconnects with his cousin, Nandi. With sharp instincts and a fierce protective streak, Langa becomes both a guardian and a businessman—running a shisanyama by day and an illicit operation by night. He’s a lover boy at heart, and we’ll see this side of him when he falls for both Nelly and Thenjiwe. Gcinile Nkosi steps into the role of Nqobile “Kamavovo” Mkhize, Nandi’s enigmatic aunt who arrives just as Nandi faces her deepest sorrow. A spiritual guide and healer on the surface, Kamavovo carries a hidden mission: to avenge the murder of her brother Frans by taking down Rebs once and for all.
Ayabonga Langa plays Siyamthanda, or Siya—a spirited and rebellious university student whose wild side lands her in trouble at res. Nka takes her in and places her under Rebs’ roof, where she becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle with Velaphi. As Velaphi wrestles with lust and love, Siya— proudly a virgin—clashes with his past, creating emotional turmoil and dramatic tension.
Mondli Makhoba brings gravitas to the role of The General, a ruthless and highly respected military commander with three decades of experience. Publicly lauded and deeply feared, he operates a secret gun trade in the shadows—shielded by power, silence, and fear. His conflict with Langa is the spark that sets this season ablaze.
As these new cast members ignite fresh drama, we also celebrate the phenomenal talents who continue to anchor the series: Senzo Radebe as Solomzi, Thobani Dlomo Nzuza, Linda Sebezo as Rebecca, Khanyisani Nhlekisa Kheswa as Mbuso, and Sibonginkosi Tenza as Nandi—just to name a few.
Together, this exceptional ensemble promises to deliver an unforgettable season packed with betrayal, revenge, passion, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.
