Mzansi Magic has announced that the dapper star is leaving the role of Duma on the soapie to take on a leading role in a new project.
Mthabela is believed to be taking the new role in the upcoming MNet series “Shaka Ilembe”
Mzansi Magic posted a statement, part of which read”
As new characters are introduced to Isibaya, we also sadly have to say goodbye to Muzi Mthabela – who has played the character of Duma Ngema- our beloved acting regent who will now be moving to a different project as a lead.
Mthabela has been with Isibaya for seven years. We have seen his character grow from being a hitman for the Ndlovus’s to becoming a powerful man in the valley as the Regent to the Ngubane Chieftaincy. Mthabela’s character has left women weak to their knees and had men admiring his wisdom and strength.
‘’Muzi’s leadership skills, passion and professionalism is impeccable. He is a respectful and loving colleague to everyone that he works with. Our relationship with Muzi doesn’t end now that he is leaving Isibaya, Muzi is and will always be a member of the Bomb production family,’’ says Desiree Markgraaff of Bomb Productions.