J.B.S. Mothowamodimo

Broken Pathways follows Naledi Mokoena, a sharp, resilient young woman from a disadvantaged background who joins the prestigious Thuto Pele Centre in Rustenburg. Promised opportunity and empowerment, she instead finds a corrupt institution run by the charismatic but ruthless Sipho Khumalo, with law enforcement and donors complicit in the rot. As Naledi gathers allies, including a tech-savvy Indian trainer, a disillusioned mentor, and a disabled trainee with wisdom beyond his years - she exposes ghost trainees, bribery, and systemic exploitation.
Her rival, Kyle van Rooyen, a privileged youth groomed by Sipho, becomes her greatest obstacle. Through protests, exposés, and legal battles, Naledi transforms from trainee to leader, proving that truth, when wielded with courage, can dismantle even the most fortified lies. With sharp satire, rich dialogue, and unforgettable characters, this 9-episode drama is a bold reflection of South Africa's youth, resilience, and revolution.