A meek young boy, Manzini (voiced by Themba Ntuli), is attacked by three bullies on his way home from school in an incident that almost costs him his life. Manzini confesses to his Gogo (grandmother) his desire to quit school. In response, she narrates a profound tale of resilience, chronicling the coming of age of a great warrior and king, Shaka Zulu, to inspire her grandson through the strength of his lineage. Actor Mondli Makhoba voices Shaka, Ayanda Borotho is Queen Nandi, and Dawn Thandeka King is Mkabayi. Veteran entertainer Lillian Dube takes on the role of Gogo MaLamula Zulu