“Jumba la Dhahabu” Set to Return, Confirms Tuesday Kihangala

By Charles Mkoka

The golden house is opening its doors again. After years of speculation and endless calls from loyal fans, Jumba la Dhahabu is officially making a comeback. 

Its creator and director, Tuesday Kihangala, has now confirmed what many Tanzanians and East Africans had been hoping for: season two is underway.

Kihangala, a man who speaks with the conviction of someone carrying both legacy and expectation on his shoulders, revealed that the new season is already in production—and on a scale unlike anything local television has seen before. 

“The actors we are working with are of very high caliber,” he said with confidence. “We are bringing together legendary names, rising stars, and even talents who missed out on the first season. This one has a lot more, and it will be much bigger.”
It’s not just talk. The series that once turned household names like Mzee Chilo, Jini Kabula, and Rado into regional stars is now being shot with high–end cameras—RED and Black Magic—to match international standards. 

The production has spread across Tanzania, with scenes captured in Tanga, Arusha, Tabora, Dodoma and other locations. 

For Kihangala, that choice is deliberate: to tell captivating stories while also promoting domestic tourism and reminding Tanzanians of the beauty that surrounds them.

The timing couldn’t be better. Television in the region has evolved rapidly, with audiences demanding sharper visuals, richer storylines, and productions that can hold their own against global content.

Kihangala seems more than aware of that pressure. “This is not about me,” he insists. “It is about the fans. Their voices grew louder every day, and that’s why I carefully assembled a team of professionals to make sure we truly capture hearts.”
In a way, the announcement feels like the return of a star player to a championship game. Fans remember what Jumba la Dhahabu did the first time—it broke barriers, crossed borders, and found its way onto screens from Tanzania to Uganda, Kenya, and eventually DSTV. 

Now, with the new season, there’s a promise of something even bolder. Kihangala teases nearly all genres woven into the storyline, richer plots, and fresh faces that will appeal to audiences of all ages.

Industry stakeholders have already welcomed the news, calling it a milestone for Tanzanian film and television. 

For them, the series represents more than just entertainment; it is proof that local content can evolve, scale up, and remain true to its roots.
The only question that lingers is where fans will get to watch it. For now, the platform remains under wraps, though Kihangala and his team hint strongly at streaming services as well as broader regional broadcasts. “Quality is our number one priority,” he says, echoing the confidence of a coach certain his team is ready for the big stage. “We don’t want to let our audience down.”
Whether on television or streaming, the second season of Jumba la Dhahabu carries with it the weight of expectation and the thrill of nostalgia. 

And judging by the energy of its creator, it seems the golden house is set to shine even brighter than before.