Nelisiwe Sibiya had her big breakthrough after being cast as Mbali on Etv’s Durban Gen.

As it was previously announced, the telenovela has been extended for another season that will end next year. This meant that they had to grow the storyline and tap into viewers’ emotions that have been left untouched. Join us as we unpack more of the story below and share the latest.

Her character transitioned from being a medical doctor to undergoing an ancestral initiation. “This storyline is very close to home as it reminds me of my late mother that became a traditional healer” – Nelisiwe commented when interviewed by Daily Sun. She also talked about venturing into writing which is her biggest passion and is thankful to everyone that has been supporting her career.

There’s nothing better than watching a storyline that people can relate with, it’s priceless. At some point she indicated that she had to leave the set because she was not feeling well. Having graduated from theater with accolades to prove that she was born to be an artists – the production is blessed to have such talent on their show.