Mnangagwa’s Life Story Gets Major TV Treatment As Filmmakers Plan 6-Part Series
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s life and political journey are set to be turned into a six-part television drama. The production will explore his childhood, involvement in the liberation struggle and eventual rise to the presidency.
The series, titled Raising of a Giant, is being developed by Black Lips Film Production, with sponsorship from Prevail International Group of Companies. The project is expected to examine both Mnangagwa’s leadership and Zimbabwe’s wider political and economic journey.
What The Mnangagwa TV Drama Will Cover
According to The Herald, the drama will consist of six one-hour episodes covering Mnangagwa’s family background, early life, role in the liberation struggle and political career.
The story will also examine his leadership of Zimbabwe’s Second Republic, including the country’s economic challenges and development ambitions.
Rather than relying solely on the President’s perspective, the production will use a fictional character, Jennifer Zimbabwe Parker, to guide the narrative.
Parker is described as a Zimbabwean-American Harvard economics honours student who returns to Zimbabwe with her father following her mother’s death. Her academic research leads to conversations with Mnangagwa about his leadership and the country’s economic circumstances.
Black Lips Film Production head Sibusisiwe Busie Mzinja told The Herald that the character would offer a perspective shaped by connections to Zimbabwe and experiences abroad.
Filming Plans And African Languages
The production is expected to feature veteran performers alongside South African and international actors and directors. Filming is planned in countries connected to Mnangagwa’s life, although the locations and cast have not been confirmed.
Mzinja said the script had been written in 11 African languages, with the aim of preserving the story’s African identity and reaching audiences across the continent.
The project is also intended to showcase Zimbabwe’s history, people and locations as part of efforts to promote the country as a film destination.
Who Is Funding Raising Of A Giant?
Prevail International Group of Companies is sponsoring the series. Its founder, Dr Paul Tungwarara, serves as a Special Presidential Investment Advisor.
However, the production’s budget, release date, broadcasting platform and final cast have not yet been disclosed in the source article published on 9 October 2026.
The series remains in development, with further details needed before viewers can know when and where it will be screened.