About Us

A Film Production Company

A Pan-African film production company founded by Zuko Nodada, telling bold and transformative African stories that bridge tradition and innovation while empowering voices across the continent.

The Final Chapter is a Pan-African film production company committed to telling bold, authentic, and transformative African stories. Founded by acclaimed South African filmmaker Zuko Nodada, our mission is to produce powerful narratives that reflect the complexities, beauty, and resilience of the continent.

We create films, series, and documentaries that challenge stereotypes, inspire dialogue, and foster unity across fragmented African societies. Whether it's a period romance set in rural Pondoland, a contemporary family drama in Makhanda, or a documentary exploring continental integration, our projects spotlight African voices with global resonance.

We collaborate with storytellers, producers, and policymakers across Africa and the diaspora to build sustainable value chains in the creative industries. With a growing footprint across South, West, East, and North Africa, we are not just making films — we are shaping the final chapter of Africa’s cinematic narrative.

At The Final Chapter, we believe in the power of story to heal, provoke, and transform. Let’s write the future together.

Zuko Nodada

Director | Producer

Zuko Nodada is a Safta award winning, Simon Sabela and the Mec’s special awardee for his contribution in the industry. He is South African director/producer and has been directing since 2008. He studied at the Durban University of technology obtaining a national Diploma in drama and started in the industry as a script supervisor in 2004 with Quizzical pictures. Now he is pursuing his Masters in cultural policy and management at the university of Witwatersrand.

His television directing credits to date include the following: The award-winning InterseXions (2x seasons), Fallen, Mamello (2x seasons), Mshikashika, the award-winning Matatiele, Tempy Pushas, The Kingdom - Ukhakhayi, Imbewu “the seed”, Hush money, Erased, Amazing Grace, Isono, Housekeepers s3, Durban Gen, Mother of All, and the Netflix Drama Original Fatal Seduction, which is currently on Netflix.

He founded his production company with his wife and producer Thandeka Nodada in 2016, The Final Chapter.

His first own feature film in was titled Iphupho (2011) and was screened at the Durban Film Festival, South Africa and aired on the SABC. Between Friends (2014) which opened at the Pan African Festival in Los Angeles was his second feature film. It also screened in New York, London, the South African Durban International Film Festival and then released in theatres countrywide. He has completed his next feature called Uncovered (2019) which released in cinemas nationwide on the 30th of August 2019 and was on Netflix. The next feature Uthando lwethu (2021) also premiered recently on Netflix. The latest completed feature, Payback (2021) is on evod in South Africa and on Amazon prime.

Contact Details:
E: znodada@yahoo.com

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Thandeka Nodada

Producer | Casting Director | Storyteller

“Meet Thandeka Nodada — an award-nominated producer, casting director, and storyteller reshaping South African television and cinema.”

From the township of KwaMakhutha to the global stage, Thandeka’s journey began with a deep love for performance. She holds a BTech in Drama from Tshwane University of Technology and a National Diploma from Durban University of Technology.

With over two decades in the industry, she has brought to life some of South Africa’s most watched productions.

“Her fingerprints are all over the screen.”

She’s the powerhouse behind Mother of All — a gripping 26-part drama series for e.tv — and the mind behind Payback, the explosive eVOD thriller of 2022. Her feature film Uthando lwethu, now streaming on Netflix, continues to win hearts with its bold storytelling.

In 2023, she joined the team of Smoke & Mirrors, the hit e.tv daily drama that pulls viewers into a world of secrets, power, and deception — adding another jewel to her production crown.

Thandeka's film Uncovered, backed by the KZN Film Commission and NFVF, made its mark in cinemas in 2019, tackling corruption and betrayal with a uniquely South African lens.

She’s shaped shows from behind the scenes — as a producer, production manager, and casting director — working with the biggest names in the business: Mzansi Magic, Moja Love, Ochre Media, and Site en Sons. Her credits include Harvest, Hope, Greed and Desire, Judge Khambule, and many more.

Beyond the screen, Thandeka is a skilled facilitator — training actors, mentoring young talent, and designing empowerment programs for top brands like Nando’s. She’s also graced local and international stages as a performer, with appearances in Paris and Belgium.

“Whether it’s behind the camera, at the casting table, or on stage — Thandeka Nodada brings vision, leadership, and heart to every frame.”

Join us in reshaping Africa’s cinematic future. Whether you’re a storyteller, producer, or partner passionate about bold African narratives

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