Busisiwe Zwane

Biography

Busisiwe Zwane is a South African television writer whose work has helped shape some of the country’s most widely watched and culturally relevant series. With a career spanning over a decade, she has written for major productions such as Uzalo, The Wife, Durban Gen, Redemption, and My Brother’s Keeper, consistently contributing to stories that resonate with large audiences. Known for her focus on authentic African storytelling, Zwane often centres narratives around women and young people, highlighting resilience, identity, and social realities. Her work on Uzalo, one of South Africa’s most-watched shows, has been particularly notable for maintaining strong viewer engagement over multiple seasons. Beyond episodic writing, she has taken on leadership roles, including head writing projects for both local broadcasters and global platforms like Netflix. Zwane continues to influence the direction of contemporary African television through compelling, socially grounded storytelling.

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