Where Stepfathers Step Up and Absent Fathers Get Called Out
Mzansi Wethu gets real this July with Eyamadoda, a powerful new show that dives deep into the emotional tug-of-war between stepfathers and absent baby daddies.
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Eyamadoda shines the spotlight on stepfathers who step up not just in the home, but in the face of biological fathers who have been missing in action. Whether it’s about financial responsibility, cultural and spiritual rites or just showing up for their kids, these men are demanding conversations that have been avoided for years.
Hosted by well-known actress Manaka Ranaka, viewers can expect some heated confrontations, truth bombs and healing as she guides these gents through real talk and reflection with her signature mix of heart and heat.
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As Manaka puts it: “Kunzima kwa-blended family.” This isn’t just a show it’s a wake-up call, a healing space and a mirror to Mzansi’s fatherhood dynamics.
Don’t miss Eyamadoda premiering on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163) 0n 30 July 2025. Season 1 of Eyamadoda is produced by Devandile Media and the full season has 13 episodes.
Cece Smith 