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The River

The River

The thrill-a-minute telenovela sees worlds collide spectacularly. One side of the river is home to those who will go to any lengths to keep their wealth and the other to those with little to show for their hard work.
Sindi Dlathu, Presley Chweneyagae, Tsholofelo Matshaba

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  • Life Is A River!

    Episode 260 - 24 Mins
    Tumi makes a choice that could be fatal and Lindiwe finally faces something that her money and power can't save her from.
  • Finding My Mother!

    Episode 259 - 22 Mins
    Things fall apart at the Mokoena house when Dimpho and Cobra don't agree with their mother's latest stunt. Tumi makes a discovery that will change her life.
  • Big Scary Truths

    Episode 258 - 22 Mins
    The Minister takes things into her own hands and Zolani reveals a deadly secret.
  • The River S01E257

    Episode 257 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe faces a potential government enquiry and her family falling apart, while Refilwe residents struggle to understand what happened to Walter.
  • Refilwe Burning

    Episode 256 - 22 Mins
    Walter's good deeds backfire and Lindiwe's family is shaken to the core by her actions in Refilwe.
  • Streets Of Refilwe!

    Episode 255 - 22 Mins
    Tensions rise as the community of Refilwe tries to hold on to the little they have left and a heartless Lindiwe guns for more.
  • Battlefield Of Refilwe

    Episode 254 - 22 Mins
    Tumi and Lindani are caught in the eye of the storm. A defiant Lindiwe comes face to face with Walter and angry protesters.
  • Time To Fight Or Go!

    Episode 253 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe puts a shocking plan in place to combat Walter, before Detective Tshabalala and Zolani. Tumi gets support from an unexpected source.
  • Let There Be Blood!

    Episode 252 - 22 Mins
    Shots are fired at Khanyisa Diamonds and Zolani fights for Tumi's love.
  • Drums Of War

    Episode 251 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe calls on Tshabalala as she prepares for war. Tumi's friends turn their backs on her.
  • The Big Reveal!

    Episode 250 - 22 Mins
    The walls come tumbling down for the Dikanas and Mokoenas as truths are revealed.
  • Aluta!

    Episode 249 - 22 Mins
    Tumi and Zolani's relationship hits a new low and Walter gains more support against Lindiwe.
  • The Right Lie

    Episode 248 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe commands Zolani to commit an unspeakable act and Tumi makes a shocking decision.
  • The Burden Of Sucess

    Episode 247 - 22 Mins
    Just as Tumi is celebrated she discovers it's all a lie, but Lindiwe turns the tables against a staunch enemy.
  • Nothing For Mahala

    Episode 246 - 22 Mins
    It's a good day for the Mokoenas while the Dikanas are faced with the wrath of Refilwe's residents.
  • The Uprising Again!

    Episode 245 - 21 Mins
    Walter gets another chance to take Lindiwe down and Malefu is furious when she finds out the real reason Angel moved in with them.
  • The Clone

    Episode 244 - 22 Mins
    Walter looks set to lock horns with Lindiwe again, over the Tsholofelo project. Dimpho is crushed by Angel's betrayal.
  • Web Of Lies

    Episode 243 - 22 Mins
    Angel pleads her case to the Mokoenas, just as Lindiwe pulls Tumi back into her web of lies and promises of wealth.
  • The Chakalaka Incident

    Episode 242 - 22 Mins
    Tempers flare at the Dikana New Year's lunch and the Mokoenas make a shocking discovery when they return home.
  • The River S01E241

    Episode 241 - 22 Mins
    Angel gets on Malefu’s last nerve and a fire breaks out in the middle of the Dikana children’s New Year’s Eve celebrations.
  • Damages

    Episode 240 - 22 Mins
    Cobra pays damages only to further damage his life. The Dikana children fall for a scammer's charms.
  • Holiday

    Episode 239 - 22 Mins
    Paulina lands in some baby mama drama and the Dikanas meet a sketchy character while on holiday.
  • Find Me An Angel

    Episode 238 - 22 Mins
    Zweli falls on his sword to bring order to the Dikana home. The Mokoena's festivities ends with the loss of one of their own.
  • Cancel Christmas?

    Episode 237 - 22 Mins
    Things go horribly wrong when Lindiwe tries to teach her family a lesson.
  • The Claws Come Out!

    Episode 236 - 22 Mins
    Backed into a corner by her children, Lindiwe does the unexpected. Paulina breaks up with Cobra, then sees a side to him she didn't know existed.
  • Tug Of War

    Episode 235 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe's actions backfire and Cobra loses big time as a consequence of his lies.
  • In Hindsight!

    Episode 234 - 21 Mins
    The Mokoenas are on the verge of another disaster while Zweli battles to hold his family together.
  • The River S01E233

    Episode 233 - 22 Mins
    Baby creates instability in the Mokoena household while money has the Mokoena house divided.
  • The Odd One Out!

    Episode 232 - 22 Mins
    Cobra is caught between his lies and a fiancé. An angry Zweli confronts Lindiwe for her behaviour towards Nomonde.
  • New Developments

    Episode 231 - 22 Mins
    A surprise visit threatens Cobra's plans and Nomonde is furious when she discovers she's gotten the short end of Lindiwe's generosity.
  • Killer Queens!

    Episode 230 - 21 Mins
    Dimpho's matric dance night turns into a disaster. Harriet and Lindiwe are forced to fight for their lives.
  • The Tables Turn

    Episode 229 - 22 Mins
    The Dikanas are faced with ill-health and near death experiences while Dimpho gets her dream day with the help of the Refilwe community.
  • Trap Queens

    Episode 228 - 22 Mins
    Cobra secretly improves Dimpho's mood. Zweli walks in on Harriet and Lindiwe's trap for Goliath.
  • The Unplanned Visit

    Episode 227 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe decides to grab the bull by the horns and do things her way while Beauty helps Dimpho with her matric dance dilemma.
  • Two Queens, One Mission

    Episode 226 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe reaches out to one of her less reputable friends for help, ruffling feathers at home and at work.
  • The River S01E225

    Episode 225 - 22 Mins
    Cobra’s life changes in a major way. Lindiwe hears both terrible and outstanding news.
  • The Hero In Refilwe!

    Episode 224 - 22 Mins
    There is celebration at the Mokoenas; they have a celebrity but soon there are tears of rejection and the Dikanas want Zweli to take all the credit for a successful teamwork.
  • Train To Zimbabwe!

    Episode 223 - 22 Mins
    Walter asks something very strange of Malefu. Cobra has to get out of his comfort zone in order to save Zweli's life.
  • Lead Us, Flora

    Episode 222 - 22 Mins
    Zweli closes in on Goliath and Flora has a few surprises for Walter.
  • The Breakthrough

    Episode 221 - 22 Mins
    Walter and Flora clash over his drinking. And the impossible happens as Cobra and Zweli continue to work together.
  • Vetkoek, Anyone?

    Episode 220 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Zweli make a grisly discovery and Malefu plays match-maker.
  • One Foot In The Grave

    Episode 219 - 21 Mins
    Cobra finds himself in a life and death situation. Malefu is taken aback by what Flora tells her about Walter.
  • Shadow Of Death

    Episode 218 - 22 Mins
    Things go terribly wrong for Cobra on his mission with Zweli. Walter's heartbreak causes a lot of problems for Lindani and Paulina.
  • Hot And Cold

    Episode 217 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Zweli hit a dead end and Walter is confused as Malefu starts to blow hot and cold.
  • The Flop

    Episode 216 - 22 Mins
    Malefu does her best to maintain a friendship with Flora despite her feelings for Walter. Zweli stares danger in the face on his search for Goliath.
  • Inspired

    Episode 215 - 22 Mins
    Walter is caught between two best friends and Cobra might have found a way to avoid a lengthy jail sentence.
  • Incentives

    Episode 214 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is out for blood while Flora bumps into an old crush.
  • Doomsday

    Episode 213 - 22 Mins
    The future looks bleak for Lindiwe and her family without the diamond. Malefu starts to question her decisions around Walter.
  • Big, Big Mistake

    Episode 212 - 22 Mins
    Malefu gets the sign she has been waiting for and when Goliath can't be traced, the Dikanas worry that something bad has happened to Zolani.
  • Grand Gestures

    Episode 211 - 21 Mins
    Everyone is reeling after an old enemy makes an appearance at the diamond auction and Zolani makes a big sacrifice for Tumi.
  • Going Once, Going Twice

    Episode 210 - 22 Mins
    Andile stresses as the auction falls apart in more ways than one and Malefu continues to feel torn between her family and Walter.
  • Side Dishes And In-Laws

    Episode 209 - 22 Mins
    The Dikanas are on the verge of being millionaires but that might not hold their family together. Cobra confronts Walter about Malefu and gets a surprise.
  • The Man Of The House

    Episode 208 - 22 Mins
    Cobra learns of Walter's intentions for Malefu and is enraged. Tensions between Zolani and Nomhle boil over putting Zweli on the spot.
  • I Am The Boss

    Episode 207 - 22 Mins
    Walter wants answers from Malefu while Zolani tries to stand up for Tumi, but is he making things worse?
  • Makoti?

    Episode 206 - 22 Mins
    Tumi is in for a bumpy ride as the new Dikana makoti. Walter returns to Refilwe with a surprising proposal.
  • I Do, Ngiyavuma

    Episode 205 - 22 Mins
    Two unlikely allies share the pain of losing people they loved.
  • Just Walk Away

    Episode 204 - 22 Mins
    Lindani sneaks past Detective Tshabalala to speak to Tumi and all hell breaks loose.
  • Desperate Bid

    Episode 203 - 22 Mins
    Lindani races against time to fix the biggest crime that's been committed against the love of his life.
  • Oh, Lindani

    Episode 202 - 22 Mins
    Tumi gives Malefu a very special role in the wedding. Lindani makes a shocking discovery.
  • Couture Darling

    Episode 201 - 22 Mins
    Zolani meets a blast from the past that could derail everything. “Dress-gate” rages on between Malefu and Tumi.
  • The River S01E200

    Episode 200 - 22 Mins
    Tumi enlists Flora’s help with her wedding but can she get through to Malefu and Lindiwe? Zweli and Andile set a trap for TJ.
  • Parental Advisory

    Episode 199 - 22 Mins
    Tumi finds herself trapped between Lindiwe's and Malefu's visions for the wedding. Andile battles to face the world after TJ's social media blitz.
  • Twitter Wars

    Episode 198 - 22 Mins
    The Dikanas face off with Malome Sechaba again. And TJ has a hellish surprise for Andile.
  • Olive Branch

    Episode 197 - 22 Mins
    TJ turns on the charm for Andile while Cobra offers to reach out to the Dikanas, but will he only make things worse for Tumi.
  • Forbidden Fruit

    Episode 196 - 22 Mins
    Andile is caught in a compromising position again. Tumi gets the most unexpected guardian angel.
  • Circus

    Episode 195 - 22 Mins
    Andile is ready to leave his past behind him, but it won't leave him alone. Malome Sechaba sets the Mokoenas on a collision course with Lindiwe at the magadi negotiations.
  • Black Sheep

    Episode 194 - 22 Mins
    Andile pulls out all the stops to get Njabulo back. Malefu threatens to kill.
  • Caught Out There

    Episode 193 - 22 Mins
    Andile's lies catch up with him and he has nowhere to hide. Malefu finally gets a chance to confront the one person who has caused her family discomfort.
  • The River S01E192

    Episode 192 - 22 Mins
    A messenger delivers worrying news to the Dikanas, while Beauty has more stock for Andile.
  • Terms And Conditions

    Episode 191 - 22 Mins
    Malefu is still not thrilled by Tumi's choice of man. Zolani warns Lindiwe her plans for Andile will backfire.
  • Surprise!

    Episode 190 - 22 Mins
    Zolani knows exactly how to keep Lindani away from Tumi. TJ and Andile make up, only for Lindiwe to throw them a curve ball.
  • The Intervention

    Episode 189 - 22 Mins
    Tumi is in for a spiritual surprise. Lindiwe has a plan to reign in Andile's behaviour, but could she make things worse between them?
  • Panic Stations

    Episode 188 - 22 Mins
    Andile's promiscuity impacts Lindiwe's business. Lindani shocks both Khabonina and Tumi with his latest idea.
  • Drama Kings

    Episode 187 - 22 Mins
    Wherever Andile goes, drama follows. Lindani prepares to make some major changes in his life.
  • The River S01E186

    Episode 186 - 22 Mins
    Andile has to think fast when his overnight guest refuses to leave. Khabonina airs the dirty linen of marriage in public. Lindani is still holding the torch for Tumi.
  • Andile Unleashed

    Episode 185 - 22 Mins
    Paulina figures out the game that Lindani has been playing. While Andile is running amok, frustrating everyone around him.
  • I Hate You. I Love You

    Episode 184 - 22 Mins
    Malefu refuses to deal with the hurt caused by Cobra. There's an unwelcome surprise waiting in Lindiwe's kitchen.
  • Meet-Cute

    Episode 183 - 22 Mins
    Andile tries a change of scene and it pays off. Paulina's worst fears are confirmed.
  • Broken Hearted

    Episode 182 - 22 Mins
    Tumi packs up ,will she leave the Dlamini's mansion? Mbali finds out about something that could really hurt Andile.
  • Moment Of Truth

    Episode 181 - 22 Mins
    The Mokoena women get the shock of their lives. Zweli has never been closer to his goals. But is he willing to do what it takes to reach them?
  • Trapped

    Episode 180 - 22 Mins
    Paulina's diamond rings raise suspicions. The trio take one last heist.
  • Murder On The Menu

    Episode 179 - 22 Mins
    Cobra asks Paulina a life changing question. Goliath and Zweli face off.
  • Waist Deep

    Episode 178 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe gets the shock of her life. Detective Tshabalala can't believe it when he is approached with an unusual offer.
  • Unpleasant Suprises

    Episode 177 - 22 Mins
    Zolani has some dark plans for Lindiwe. Zweli makes Refilwe residents an offer they can't refuse.
  • Worst Nightmare

    Episode 176 - 22 Mins
    Zweli has some tough decisions to make about the investigation. Zolani's desire to protect his mother sends him over the deep end.
  • Make It Rain

    Episode 175 - 22 Mins
    Cobra, Percy and Oupa have to come up with a plan to escape from the police. Veronica sets Lindiwe and Zolani against each other.
  • Cornered

    Episode 174 - 22 Mins
    Zolani finally learns the truth about something that has troubled him for the longest time. The chickens have come home to roost for Cobra and his friends.
  • How To Catch A Thief

    Episode 173 - 22 Mins
    Veronica drops a bombshell on Zolani. Oupa and Percy start to feel the heat of the investigation.
  • Mind Blown

    Episode 172 - 22 Mins
    Detective Tshabalala starts to sweat as Zweli's investigation inches closer to him. Zolani has reason not to trust Veronica or Lindiwe.
  • Who Is Julia?

    Episode 171 - 22 Mins
    Cobra, Percy and Oupa celebrate too early. Zweli discovers something about Julia that shocks him.
  • Revenge

    Episode 170 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe goes to the ends of the earth to bring down an old enemy.
  • Snitches Get Stitches

    Episode 169 - 22 Mins
    Cobra's plan to snitch on Goliath backfires. Tumi is pulled into Veronica's web of lies.
  • Eyes Wide Open

    Episode 168 - 22 Mins
    Veronica turns Lindiwe's house into a tavern. Julia sees through Cobra's lies.
  • Born Again

    Episode 167 - 22 Mins
    Veronica makes a shocking announcement. Goliath has a surprise in store for Refilwe's three musketeers.
  • The Miracle

    Episode 166 - 22 Mins
    A miracle happens in the Dlamini household. Percy has a plan for dealing with Goliath but Cobra doesn't like it.
  • The Rise Of Old Enemies

    Episode 165 - 22 Mins
    Cobra gets an unwelcome call from an old enemy, while one of Lindiwe's oldest enemies launches a surprise attack.
  • The Enemy Of My Enemy

    Episode 164 - 22 Mins
    Veronica gets an ally to help her bring down Lindiwe. Cobra finds himself in the middle of a criminal act.
  • For The Millions

    Episode 163 - 22 Mins
    Cobra is torn between his friends and the law. Flora performs a miracle for Veronica.
  • On The Run

    Episode 162 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Lindani fear the worst for their friends. Lindiwe turns up the heat on Veronica. Oupa and Percy strike an impossible deal.
  • Curve Balls

    Episode 161 - 22 Mins
    Percy and Oupa's plan is thrown of course. Veronica's tiny act of revenge goes wrong.
  • Life’S A Drag

    Episode 160 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe faces her old enemy. Oupa and Percy's freedom hangs in the balance.
  • Queens And Pawns

    Episode 159 - 22 Mins
    Tumi is front and centre in Lindiwe's game. Thuso gets an unusual call from someone he owes a whole lot to.
  • A Piece Of The Pie

    Episode 158 - 22 Mins
    The community of Refilwe receives a piece of Khanyisa Diamonds. Khabzela gets a surprising offer from an old, troublesome friend.
  • The Offer

    Episode 157 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Malefu are not impressed when Tumi gives them a message from Lindiwe. An old mischievous friend does the unthinkable to the police at Paulina's tavern.
  • Protege

    Episode 156 - 22 Mins
    Veronica has some shocking news for Paulina. Lindiwe thanks Zolani for giving her a secret weapon she can use to defeat Walter.
  • Lightbulb Moment

    Episode 155 - 22 Mins
    All hell breaks loose at the mine and an old friend returns to Refilwe.
  • Between Two Worlds

    Episode 154 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is close to losing her mining licence. Tumi is caught between the rich and the poor.
  • Episode 153

    Episode 153 - 22 Mins
    Zolani promises to keep Tumi safe. Lindiwe thinks her problems are over but they have only started.
  • Walter's Move

    Episode 152 - 22 Mins
    Walter is trapped between a rock and five million rands. Zolani has a confession to make to Lindiwe and Zweli.
  • Dealing With The Devil

    Episode 151 - 22 Mins
    Walter is eaten up by guilt as Sandra worries that Lindiwe might be a few steps ahead of them.
  • Future Plans

    Episode 150 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is under pressure as the strike gets worse. Tumi gets some surprising news about her future.
  • Amandla

    Episode 149 - 22 Mins
    A heartbroken Tumi makes a fool of herself. Walter has Lindiwe exactly where he wants her.
  • Leverage

    Episode 148 - 22 Mins
    Walter squeezes Lindiwe where it hurts and Tumi faces rejection from those she loves.
  • The People Shall Eat

    Episode 147 - 22 Mins
    Nomonde makes a surprise appearance at the Refilwe community meeting and Tumi settles into the good life.
  • Pipe Dreams

    Episode 146 - 22 Mins
    Malefu gives Walter an ultimatum and Zolani has long term plans for himself and Tumi.
  • Project Tsholofelo

    Episode 145 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finally makes the big announcement but someone rains on her parade. Cobra's first day at the mine doesn't go as well as he would have liked.
  • God's Works

    Episode 144 - 22 Mins
    Tumi and Zolani take a huge step forward. Zweli sticks his neck out for Cobra.
  • The Prodigal Daughter

    Episode 143 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe unveils her plan to win over the Refilwe residents. Cobra is not prepared for the humiliation he has to face while hunting for a job.
  • So Over You

    Episode 142 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is forced to follow the rules. Lindani watches the love of his life slip away. Malefu suffers crushing rejection.
  • Mothers And Daughters

    Episode 141 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe walks in on an unwelcome surprise. Malefu has her hands full with Dimpho, after Tumi's departure.
  • Knick Of Time

    Episode 140 - 22 Mins
    Tumi finds herself in a very dangerous situation. The Dikana kids scramble to find the people who robbed them, before their parents return.
  • The Morning After

    Episode 139 - 22 Mins
    The Dikana kids wake up to a shocking scene. Tumi has to make some hard choices as she continues her campaign against Cobra.
  • Shut It Down

    Episode 138 - 21 Mins
    Nomonde's party turns into something kinky. Malefu chooses one child and loses another.
  • Set Me Free

    Episode 137 - 22 Mins
    Cobra makes a shocking confession to his family. Just when the Dikana kids thought Andile's party was going well, everything comes to a screeching halt.
  • A Game Of Chicken

    Episode 136 - 22 Mins
    The Mokoena's are humiliated in their home. Zweli and Lindiwe escape the city.
  • Say Goodbye

    Episode 135 - 22 Mins
    The Dikanas receive news of Sheree's death. Cobra and Oupa abandon the stolen car and proceed on foot but will they make it with entire police force after them.
  • Tying Loose Ends

    Episode 134 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finally gets her day to get everything off her chest. Cobra finds himself back where he started.
  • Life Line

    Episode 133 - 22 Mins
    Malefu confronts the Warder for exploiting Cobra and Oupa. Zolani races against time to save Zweli's life. Oupa has an idea to get them out of their financial mess.
  • Confuse The Enemy

    Episode 132 - 22 Mins
    Sheree is blind-side by Lindiwe's plans for Zweli. Oupa and Cobra's bakery receive a surprise life line.
  • Payback

    Episode 131 - 22 Mins
    Zweli finally admits the truth, but Lindiwe already has another plan in motion. Something goes horribly wrong at the bakery.
  • Dead Ends

    Episode 130 - 21 Mins
    The bakery experiences yet another set back and Sandra plants dangerous seeds in Lindiwe's mind.
  • Done

    Episode 129 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe makes an extreme decision about how to handle Zweli and Paulina makes a surprisingly generous offer to Cobra.
  • A Second Chance

    Episode 128 - 21 Mins
    Zweli and Lindiwe's marriage deteriorates further and Oupa wants to take drastic steps against the warden, to protect the bakery.
  • It Wasn’T Me

    Episode 127 - 22 Mins
    What will Lindiwe do with Sheree's confession. Oupa and Cobra discover the hard way that money makes the world go round.
  • A Dark Web Of Lies

    Episode 126 - 21 Mins
    Oupa and Cobra are under pressure to do something bad for the greater good. Lindiwe gets to hear the sordid details of things she'd rather not hear.
  • Twisted Minds

    Episode 125 - 22 Mins
    Just when Zweli celebrates his victory, Sheree pulls the rug out from under his feet. Cobra and Oupa's business deal hangs in the balance and Walter sees another side of Flora.
  • Tick Tock

    Episode 124 - 21 Mins
    Zweli races to get Sheree out of his house before she exposes him to Lindiwe, but will he make it in time? Cobra and Oupa get an angel investor.
  • Identity Issues

    Episode 123 - 21 Mins
    Cobra stops Oupa from doing something he'll regret. Zolani confronts Zweli about the suspicious behaviour he's witnessed in the house.
  • Ultimatum

    Episode 122 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Oupa fight over the bakery. Sheree has a shocking ultimatum for Zweli.
  • Change Of Plans

    Episode 121 - 22 Mins
    Zweli celebrates the end of an uncomfortable chapter. Cobra and OUPA find themselves in a situation that could cost them their tender.
  • No Escape

    Episode 120 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Oupa hear about a deal that could change their lives. Zweli is skating on thin ice where his marriage is concerned.
  • Rollercoaster

    Episode 119 - 21 Mins
    Cobra and OUPA take on an impossibly large order. Sheree gives Zweli no choice but to sleep with her.
  • Hell’S Kitchen

    Episode 118 - 22 Mins
    Zweli's scheme to handle Sheree backfires. OUPA and Cobra are at loggerheads about the new business.
  • Ring The Alarm

    Episode 117 - 22 Mins
    We see a new side to Oupa and Zweli worries about his children's safety when he discovers some disturbing information about Sheree.
  • A Family Affair

    Episode 116 - 22 Mins
    Oupa struggles to convince everyone he's changed. Zweli realises that he needs to get rid of Sheree as soon as possible, but is he turning to the right person for help?
  • You’Re Not Welcome

    Episode 115 - 22 Mins
    Walter's luck runs out. Zweli is in for a whole new world of pain as tensions between him and Sheree rise.
  • Going Down

    Episode 114 - 22 Mins
    A guilt ridden Paulina and Lindani come face to with Walter for the first time, after he's cleared of all charges. Nomonde continues with her plot to get Sheree and Zweli together.
  • The Unexpected

    Episode 113 - 22 Mins
    Shakes starts to wish he had stayed at the police station where it's safe. Nomonde discovers Zweli's secret with Sheree.
  • Confession Gone Wrong

    Episode 112 - 22 Mins
    Zolani is horrified when he learns that Lindiwe's one massive secret could be revealed. The Dikanas realise that something is off with Sheree.
  • Dangerous Territory

    Episode 111 - 22 Mins
    Zweli's mind crosses into dangerous territory. Walter finally finds the man he's looking for but there's a surprise waiting for him.
  • Breaking Boundaries

    Episode 110 - 22 Mins
    Cobra believes Malefu is in grave danger. Flora is on high alert after witnessing some scandalous behaviour. Cobra believes Malefu is in grave danger.
  • Police Tape

    Episode 109 - 22 Mins
    Walter and Malefu's search for the key witness reaches a dead end. Detective Tshabalala is missing one key bit of evidence.
  • Temptation

    Episode 108 - 22 Mins
    Detective Tshabalala warns Zolani that Malefu and Walter are close to reopening the Solomon case. Lindiwe welcomes a new employee to Khanyisa Diamonds.
  • Caught On Camera

    Episode 107 - 22 Mins
    Nomonde's crime tortures her as everyone searches for Mkhize. Malefu announces that Walter will be moving into the back room.
  • ‘n Vrou Maak ‘n Plan

    Episode 106 - 22 Mins
    Malefu has perfect timing. Someone loses a limb in the Dikana mansion.
  • Pump

    Episode 105 - 22 Mins
    Nomonde prepares for an intimate time with Detective Mkhize. Walter finally gets a face to face meeting with Lindani and Paulina but it's not what he expected.
  • Lost And Found

    Episode 104 - 22 Mins
    Paulina goes to extremes to make sure that an old enemy pays for his sins. It's a day of reckoning for Nomonde, who is expected to deliver the diamonds.
  • Diamonds Are Girls Best Friend

    Episode 103 - 22 Mins
    Paulina demands justice against Walter. Detective Mkhize has Nomonde against the wall as the clock for her diamond heist ticks down.
  • Jumping The Gun

    Episode 102 - 22 Mins
    Walter stares death in the face. Andile unwittingly gives Nomonde an idea that could get her closer to destroying Lindiwe.
  • Shots Fired

    Episode 101 - 22 Mins
    Detective drops a bombshell on Nomonde. Nomonde gets fired. Paulina fires a shot.
  • Art Of The Deal

    Episode 100 - 22 Mins
    Paulina starts unravelling. Nomonde strikes a deal that could see her defeat Lindiwe, sooner than expected.
  • Collision

    Episode 99 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe kills a venomous enemy. Paulina's tragic past ruins her party.
  • The River S01E098

    Episode 98 - 22 Mins
    Paulina struggles to accept that Lindani has left Refilwe. Nomonde puts her plan to get rid of Lindiwe in motion. Will she succeed?
  • The Line Is Drawn

    Episode 97 - 22 Mins
    Nomonde plans her revenge, while Lindiwe plots her next move. Lindani adjusts to his new life with his wife. Tumi breaks Zolani's heart - again.
  • Closure

    Episode 96 - 22 Mins
    Tumi experiences the ultimate agony and Nomonde gets her power back.
  • Too Late

    Episode 95 - 22 Mins
    Tumi stops Lindani before the wedding to tell him how she feels. Walter and Nomonde fall into Lindiwe's trap.
  • Loggerheads

    Episode 94 - 22 Mins
    Walter has reached his limit with Lindiwe. Khabonina tightens the leash around Lindani.
  • Home Is Where The Enemy Is

    Episode 93 - 22 Mins
    Beauty tries to cheer Tumi up. The bomb squad descends on the Dikana home.
  • The River S01E092

    Episode 92 - 22 Mins
    Beauty confronts Lindani for breaking Tumi’s heart. Nomonde and Walter finally catch a break in their fight against Lindiwe.
  • The Line Is Drawn

    Episode 91 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe decides to draw a line in the sand for Nomonde. Tumi has to live with her new, painful reality.
  • Nightmare

    Episode 90 - 22 Mins
    Tumi wants to fight to be with Lindani. Zweli gets a mysterious but worrying message.
  • The River S01E089

    Episode 89 - 22 Mins
    Lindani proposes again. Nomonde and Walter lay a trap for Lindiwe.
  • Third Wheel

    Episode 88 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zolani are out for their enemies' blood. Tumi's plan to reconnect with Lindani blows up on her face.
  • Walter’S Hope

    Episode 87 - 22 Mins
    Lindani meets his son. Nomonde and Walter's plan comes together. Zolani declares his love for Tumi and is in for a surprise.
  • Chess Games

    Episode 86 - 22 Mins
    Tumi makes a move on someone. Detective Tshabalala has a mysterious gift for Lindiwe. Lindiwe sneaks two steps ahead of Nomonde.
  • U-Turn

    Episode 85 - 22 Mins
    Tumi is still high from her night of love, but her day takes an unexpected turn. Lindiwe makes a startling discovery about one of the people in the house.
  • Marry Me

    Episode 84 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe gets more paranoid with Walter sticking around. Lindani has big surprise for Tumi.
  • Decisions, Decisions

    Episode 83 - 22 Mins
    Nomonde beats Lindiwe at her own game. Zolani weaves a plan to ruin Lindani.
  • Free At Last

    Episode 82 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finds the perfect way to get rid of Walter. While Tumi refuses to leave the station until she sees Lindani.
  • Winnie

    Episode 81 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe's past comes back to haunt her in the form of Walter. Zolani makes sure that Lindani doesn't get released from jail anytime soon.
  • An Enemy On My Stoep

    Episode 80 - 22 Mins
    Tensions explode in the Mokoena house. Lindiwe comes face to face with someone from her past.
  • Schemes And Lies

    Episode 79 - 22 Mins
    Zolani is bummed when he sees something that leaves him heart broken. Lindani gets arrested. Lindiwe's oldest enemy is back.
  • The Unwanted Guest

    Episode 78 - 22 Mins
    Several people are gunning to destroy Tumi and Lindani's love. Lindiwe is forced to host an unwanted guest.
  • Double Edged Sword

    Episode 77 - 23 Mins
    Tumi finds a way to get back with Lindani. Lindiwe drops the charges against Nomonde, not realising the girl is out to destroy her.
  • History

    Episode 76 - 23 Mins
    Tumi finds out the real reason that Lindani broke up with her. Lindiwe and Zweli do not see eye-to-eye. Nomonde discovers she's not the only one who hates Lindiwe.
  • Gotcha!

    Episode 75 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe's meeting with the Minister takes a nasty turn and Zolani surprises the Mokoena family. Nomonde's luck runs out.
  • Revenge So Sweet

    Episode 74 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe's future could get stolen from her. Zolani fights dirty for the woman he wants. Nomonde feels betrayed by her family.
  • Family Bonds

    Episode 73 - 22 Mins
    Cobra kidnaps an innocent man. Nomonde has a few choice words for the Dikana family.
  • Coming Home

    Episode 72 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is annoyed as her least favourite person comes to her house unannounced. Zolani's heart breaks when he sees Tumi in the arms of another.
  • Episode 71

    Episode 71 - 23 Mins
    Lindani goes all out for Tumi's affection. The old Lindiwe re-emerges and it's not pretty.
  • Episode 70

    Episode 70 - 22 Mins
    A grieving Lindiwe and Zweli must decide Andile's fate while Tumi refuses to let her brother decide hers and Lindani's.
  • Episode 69

    Episode 69 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe turns to God as a last resort to save Andile. Khabzela puts doubts in Tumi's mind about Lindani. Bad news from the hospital with regards to Andile.
  • Episode 68

    Episode 68 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe receives mercy from an unlikely source. Tumi and Lindani are together but he has to deal with Khabonina.
  • Episode 67

    Episode 67 - 23 Mins
    Will Zweli and Lindiwe's marriage survive Andile's suicide attempt? And will Tumi finally make a move on Lindani? No one has the heart to tell Faith the truth about her man's sexuality.
  • The Whole Truth

    Episode 66 - 23 Mins
    Mbali's revelation divides the family. Lindani's two lovers end up in the same room.
  • A Wedding To Remember

    Episode 65 - 22 Mins
    The wedding of the year arrives but a terror swoops down on the Dlamini mansion.
  • Cured

    Episode 64 - 22 Mins
    Andile decides the fate of the wedding. Malefu is convinced her troubles are behind her. Cobra and Paulina reignite their passion.
  • Love The One You’Re With

    Episode 63 - 22 Mins
    Everyone wonders what is wrong with Andile, as he picks up the pieces of his broken heart. Tumi and Cobra race to save the person they love the most.
  • Rushing To Die

    Episode 62 - 23 Mins
    Andile and Njabulo decide to run away together. Cobra and Tumi are beside themselves when Malefu disappears.
  • To Wed Or Not To Wed

    Episode 61 - 22 Mins
    Minister Sibiya shuts down Khanyisa Diamonds. Malefu has some hurtful news for Tumi.
  • Good Idea. Bad Idea

    Episode 60 - 22 Mins
    Beauty has an unusual plan to heal Malefu. Lindiwe sends Zolani to find out what Andile is really up to.
  • The River S01E059

    Episode 59 - 22 Mins
    Faith wants a private investigator to look into Andile's life. The Mokoenas hit a new speed bump.
  • Oh Faith

    Episode 58 - 22 Mins
    Malefu breaks up with her faith. Andile and Faith's relationship is on the rocks.
  • Coming Out

    Episode 57 - 23 Mins
    Malefu's condition worsens but Cobra downplays it, insisting this shouldn't leave the walls of their house. Andile does something that will leave many people hurt and angry.
  • Shaky Ground

    Episode 56 - 22 Mins
    Malefu proves that she is not as well as she claimed. Andile's backstabbing comes back to haunt him. Lindiwe is hot and bothered about Njabulo.
  • Revelations

    Episode 55 - 22 Mins
    Njabulo reveals something shocking to Lindiwe's family. Malefu suddenly has trouble remembering details of her life.
  • The Arrest

    Episode 54 - 22 Mins
    Detective Tshabalala interrogates Cobra about the illegal gun found on the scene. Lindiwe offers Njabulo a permanent position at the mine.
  • Pressure

    Episode 53 - 23 Mins
    Dimpho breaks her first law in the presence of the police. Minister Sibiya amps up the heat for Lindiwe. Andile suffocates in his home.
  • Shoot-Out

    Episode 52 - 22 Mins
    A deadly shooting leaves the Mokoenas weeping. Lindiwe hangs her future on Andile marrying Faith.
  • Lethal Risk

    Episode 51 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is determined to ensure that Faith and Andile's wedding goes ahead. Mbali and Lindiwe lust over Njabulo. Cobra might have sealed Dimpho's fate.
  • The Safe Cracker

    Episode 50 - 22 Mins
    Andile is still overwhelmed by his life taking a left turn. Tumi's plan does not go as expected and Cobra is under pressure to deliver.
  • The River S01E049

    Episode 49 - 22 Mins
    Tumi is caught in Cobra’s web of lies. Faith becomes Lindiwe’s stooge. There is a new thief who's out to steal the diamond.
  • The Botched Rescue

    Episode 48 - 22 Mins
    Are wedding bells on the cards for Andile? Cobra and Percy burst into Goliath's shack. Malefu receives a mysterious call.
  • Powerful Families

    Episode 47 - 22 Mins
    Minister Sibiya gives Lindiwe a tempting offer. Goliath strikes back at Cobra.
  • Hoping For Miracles

    Episode 46 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finally manages to get rid of Veronica. While everyone thinks he is safely tucked away in prison, Goliath strikes.
  • Gun Battle

    Episode 45 - 22 Mins
    Things go horribly wrong with the heist and Cobra endangers somebody he cares about. Lindiwe is beside herself as Zweli decides to walk into the line of fire.
  • Frozen

    Episode 44 - 22 Mins
    Veronica's condition is worse than what anyone expected. Cobra's loyalty to his family is challenged.
  • Deadly Poison

    Episode 43 - 23 Mins
    Cobra and Percy give the performance of their lives. Goliath insists it's full steam ahead. Veronica has another fit, could this be the end?
  • To Kill A Mocking Woman

    Episode 42 - 22 Mins
    How will Lindiwe stop Veronica pulling her strings? Cobra has no choice but to let Goliath in on the heist.
  • The River S01E041

    Episode 41 - 23 Mins
    Zolani learns that a woman he loves is in trouble. Cobra and Percy re-unite with a deadly friend. Veronica plays her final trump card.
  • Dirty Guns

    Episode 40 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Percy almost meet their maker. Khabzela saves lives. Later, Veronica ruins Lindiwe again.
  • Trapped

    Episode 39 - 22 Mins
    Cobra's new business has him locked up in a store room. Lindiwe is forced to grovel to Veronica. Later, Percy and Cobra are reunited with their first enemy.
  • The River S01E038

    Episode 38 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is thrilled to discover proof that Veronica is lying. Elsewhere, Cobra and Percy advance their criminal plan with Malefu’s help.
  • Fighting Goliath

    Episode 37 - 22 Mins
    Malefu finds a dangerous criminal standing in her lounge. Meanwhile, Khabzela and Veronica are forced to hide together.
  • Forgiveness & Lies

    Episode 36 - 22 Mins
    Veronica begs for forgiveness. Elsewhere, Khabzela warns Cobra to stay away from Percy. Later, Lindiwe asks Flora to do some snooping.
  • Backstabbing

    Episode 35 - 22 Mins
    The Mokoenas are convinced their bad spell is over after their new blessing. Veronica's true colors are revealed.
  • The Crime

    Episode 34 - 22 Mins
    Cobra finds himself wooed back into the world of crime. Zolani is worried when his mother doesn't come back home like she was supposed to.
  • Dark Desire

    Episode 33 - 22 Mins
    Will Zolani follow through in chasing his own mother out of the house? Later, will Cobra cave in and return to his life of crime?
  • Rage

    Episode 32 - 22 Mins
    Zolani wants Veronica gone. Cobra spends his mother's money on an old friend.
  • Mama’S Love

    Episode 31 - 22 Mins
    Tumi suffers at Lindiwe's fierce hand. Meanwhile, a woman from Zolani's past makes a grand entrance.
  • Bitter Freedom

    Episode 30 - 22 Mins
    The Mokoenas learn about the person who killed Thato. Zweli and Lindiwe's marriage is on the rocks. Later, Tumi and Lindani pave a way to each other's hearts.
  • The Letter

    Episode 29 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe tells Zolani about her deepest, darkest secret. Later, Andile finds the missing letter and is shocked by the contents.
  • The Kiss Of Life

    Episode 28 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finds out who's trying to kill her. Meanwhile, Lindani has had enough of Refilwe. Later, Tumi's love for Lindani saves him.
  • Jail Strangler

    Episode 27 - 22 Mins
    Andile figures out exactly how Thato was murdered. Lindiwe fights for her life. Lindani receives a surprising response when he confesses his feeling to Tumi.
  • My Husband, My Lover, My Jailer

    Episode 26 - 23 Mins
    Tumi breathlessly delivers Lindiwe's fate. Zolani is no match for the disgruntled miners. Zweli and Zolani go head to head.
  • Lift Off

    Episode 25 - 21 Mins
    Tumi gives Zweli an ultimatum. Meanwhile, the Mokoenas wait with bated breath to see if anything will happen to Lindiwe.
  • The Dress?!

    Episode 24 - 22 Mins
    Tumi reveals to Malefu and Dimpho that Thato's death wasn't an accident. Later, Tumi reveals a hurtful truth to Zweli.
  • Zolani’S Test

    Episode 23 - 22 Mins
    Cobra is punished when he tries to provide the police with proof. Later, Zolani is faced with an impossible task.
  • Do You Know What Today Is?

    Episode 22 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe's anniversary night turns into her worst nightmare. Later, Zolani and Tumi's union gets serious every minute.
  • New Plan

    Episode 21 - 22 Mins
    Paulina unknowingly gives Cobra a dangerous plan. Question is will he go through with it?.
  • Happy’S Parting Gift

    Episode 20 - 22 Mins
    Tumi draws closer to Lindiwe and Zolani. Later, Nomhle reveals why he is making Lindiwe's life hell.
  • Undercover Mechanic

    Episode 19 - 22 Mins
    Tumi gets a seat in the Dikana table, but it's not all roses and glitter. Tumi breaks into Lindiwe's car and gets a surprise encounter.
  • Pretty Woman

    Episode 18 - 22 Mins
    Zolani makes a move on Tumi. Nomhle raises hell in Lindiwe's kitchen. Later, Lindani watches Tumi drive off with Zolani.
  • Here Comes Glammy

    Episode 17 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is eager for Andile to take the next step with Faith. Elsewhere, Tumi and Zolani get close.
  • Secret Burdens

    Episode 16 - 22 Mins
    After she learns the truth about her father, Tumi does the unimaginable to get close to the enemy.
  • Time’S Up

    Episode 15 - 22 Mins
    A detective investigating Happy's case asks to speak to Lindiwe alone. Elsewhere, Tumi finds out the name of her father's killer.
  • Nine Lives

    Episode 14 - 22 Mins
    Malefu confronts Lindiwe about Thato's death and note. Happy finally hands the information to the police about Thato's murder.
  • The River S01E013

    Episode 13 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe’s trap backfires. Meanwhile, Malefu overhears some disturbing news.
  • Find The Zombie

    Episode 12 - 22 Mins
    Cobra and Tumi get the confirmation they've been waiting for. Later, Lindiwe and Zolani are under pressure to act fast.
  • The Resurrection

    Episode 11 - 22 Mins
    Flora collapses from the shock, believing Happy died in the shack fire. Later, Tumi tells Cobra about Thato's letter.
  • Happy Sees Flames

    Episode 10 - 22 Mins
    Tumi suspects foul play in her father's death and later Zolani finds something he's been looking for, for a long time.
  • Beggars And Choosers

    Episode 9 - 22 Mins
    Tumi gives Lindiwe no choice but to help her. Meanwhile, Happy gets heartbroken and Zolani sees something he shouldn't have.
  • Why, Cobra, Why?

    Episode 8 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is on cloud nine as she unveils the diamond to the press. Later, Tumi might have found a way to save Cobra's skin.
  • Judas!

    Episode 7 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe offers Flora a generous gift. Andile surprisingly calls off his affair. Later, Cobra is in for a nasty surprise.
  • Happy On Top

    Episode 6 - 22 Mins
    The Mokoenas are the talk of the town after what Cobra did at Thato's funeral. Later, Happy gets the upper hand on Lindiwe and Zolani.
  • Bad Omen

    Episode 5 - 22 Mins
    Andile's two lovers meet for the first time. Meanwhile, Happy gets his hands on some explosive information.
  • The Aftermath

    Episode 3 - 22 Mins
    Somebody is sniffing around Zolani and Lindiwe's secret. Later, the Mokoenas get financial aid from a surprising donor.
  • The Ends Justify The Means

    Episode 2 - 22 Mins
    Flora is suspected of committing a crime. Meanwhile, Zolani has to go back to the river to make sure that there is no evidence.
  • Blood Diamond

    Episode 1 - 24 Mins
    Lindiwe's business faces financial ruin. Later, Thato makes a discovery that could change the fortunes of the whole Cullinan mining community.

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