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The River

The River

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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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  • Episode 260

    Episode 260 - 22 Mins
    The Hlophes struggle with Khwezi's news, and Paulina decides to go after what's hers. The River season five comes to an end in this pulsating and bloody finale.

  • Episode 259

    Episode 259 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finds religion. The Mokoenas and Paulina inch closer to what they both want. Khwezi realises there's no avoiding her past.

  • Episode 258

    Episode 258 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is in a dark place. Bukhosi plots another crime.

  • Episode 257

    Episode 257 - 23 Mins
    Angelina spirals while the Hlophes choose themselves over everything.

  • The River S05E256

    Episode 256 - 23 Mins
    The thrill-a-minute telenovela sees worlds collide in spectacular fashion. One side of the river is home to those who will go to any lengths to keep their wealth; the other by those who have little to show for their hard work.

  • Episode 255

    Episode 255 - 22 Mins
    What is supposed to be a happy day for some sends everyone's world into a tailspin. Angelina is shocked when something precious to her goes missing.

  • Episode 254

    Episode 254 - 21 Mins
    Paulina comes up with a bold plan to prove her point. The Dikanas get a surprise guest while they're celebrating.

  • Episode 253

    Episode 253 - 23 Mins
    The Mokoena fiasco escalates, and Hlophe is incensed when one of his sons stands up to him.

  • Episode 252

    Episode 252 - 23 Mins
    Bukhosi poses a threat to his son's happily ever after. Paulina stumbles upon something that could help her cause, just as she's about to give up.

  • Episode 251

    Episode 251 - 23 Mins
    The chickens are coming home to roost for Andile, while a loving man learns of his fiancée's dark past.

  • Episode 250

    Episode 250 - 24 Mins
    Paulina gives Angelina and the Mokoenas an ultimatum. Lindiwe comes face to face with the past.

  • Episode 249

    Episode 249 - 23 Mins
    Angelina realises the net may be closing in, while a new Hlophe family member walks on water.

  • Episode 248

    Episode 248 - 23 Mins
    Mabutho saves the day. Andile's life is coming undone, while Paulina gets the confirmation she needs to get her life back.

  • Episode 247

    Episode 247 - 23 Mins
    Bukhosi warms up to his son but not everybody is happy about it. Paulina finally accepts the truth that she's been avoiding.

  • Episode 246

    Episode 246 - 22 Mins
    A new addition at the Hlophe family realises that being accepted is going to take a lot of work, especially when he comes up with an idea.

  • Episode 245

    Episode 245 - 23 Mins
    Andile receives a shocking surprise from Njabulo. Bukhosi makes big gains and loses it all in one day. Zodwa makes a shocking revelation to Paulina.

  • Episode 244

    Episode 244 - 21 Mins
    Cobra, Angelina, and Dimpho learn a hard lesson after choosing the wrong path. Nomonde is in for a surprise.

  • Episode 243

    Episode 243 - 21 Mins
    Cobra regrets being right and Nomonde makes a decision.

  • Episode 242

    Episode 242 - 22 Mins
    Bukhosi considers how to deal with the new enemy. Nomonde makes a big decision about her future.

  • Episode 241

    Episode 241 - 21 Mins
    Mlilo leaves the Hlophe family shaken and horrified, while Nomonde walks into the fire.

  • Episode 240

    Episode 240 - 21 Mins
    Angelina's business is threatened by an unwanted guest, while Mlilo realises the rift his actions have caused in his family.

  • Episode 239

    Episode 239 - 24 Mins
    Angelina and Cobra strike gold. Lindiwe puts a diabolical plan in motion.

  • Episode 238

    Episode 238 - 23 Mins
    The Hlophe family gears up for a fight, and Nomonde shames the devil.

  • The River S05E237

    Episode 237 - 23 Mins
    Angelina hits on a new scheme and Lindiwe brings her enemies closer.

  • The River S05E236

    Episode 236 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zolani are sceptical about the change that one of the family members is presenting. A familiar face tries to make amends and fix the bridges that were burnt.

  • Episode 235

    Episode 235 - 23 Mins
    Mlilo's situation seems hopeless and Nomonde learns to be careful of what she wishes for.

  • Episode 234

    Episode 234 - 23 Mins
    Zweli makes the most difficult decision of his life and Zodwa proves that there's more to her than meets the eye.

  • Episode 233

    Episode 233 - 22 Mins
    The Hlophes are still at odds and Zweli has an unpleasant surprise for his family.

  • Episode 232

    Episode 232 - 21 Mins
    Mlilo's supporters are tested, while Paulina's depression finally drives her over the edge.

  • Episode 231

    Episode 231 - 21 Mins
    Mlilo's life continues to come undone, while saving Paulina proves more and more difficult for the people that love her.

  • Episode 230

    Episode 230 - 21 Mins
    Mlilo learns the consequences of his spontaneous decisions. Zweli tries to make amends.

  • Episode 229

    Episode 229 - 23 Mins
    Mlilo's day only gets worse, while Paulina continues to struggle with her grief.

  • Episode 228

    Episode 228 - 23 Mins
    Zungazi decides that if Lindiwe wants to play games, then they'll all roll in the mud.

  • Episode 227

    Episode 227 - 23 Mins
    The Hlophes have to call in the cavalry and Paulina has everyone's eyes out on stalks.

  • Episode 226

    Episode 226 - 23 Mins
    Zungazi steps up for her daughter and Paulina's behaviour leaves everyone puzzled.

  • Episode 225

    Episode 225 - 21 Mins
    Paulina starts to fall apart as she comes to terms with her new reality. Lindiwe scrambles to stop Emma, while Bukhosi struggles to keep his family together.

  • Episode 224

    Episode 224 - 22 Mins
    Khwezi drops a bomb on her brothers, while Cobra makes a heartbreaking decision.

  • Episode 223

    Episode 223 - 22 Mins
    The Dikana family is beyond shocked when they discover that one of their own is selling them out. Mlilo and Nkanyiso wonder if they should have kept their mouths shut.

  • Episode 222

    Episode 222 - 22 Mins
    Khwezi wonders who the Hlophes really are. Zweli cannot celebrate even as everyone calls him a hero.

  • Episode 221

    Episode 221 - 23 Mins
    Lerumo learns what it means to live and die by the sword. A Hlophe family member continues with her quest for the truth, and Cobra is blindsided.

  • Episode 220

    Episode 220 - 22 Mins
    Zweli is faced with a mammoth task while Beauty's discovery endangers her life.

  • Episode 219

    Episode 219 - 23 Mins
    Cobra wishes he could have been proven wrong and Khwezi has big news for her family.

  • Episode 218

    Episode 218 - 23 Mins
    Things escalate quickly in Morena's rise to fame. Khwezi is getting tired of being shut out.

  • Episode 217

    Episode 217 - 21 Mins
    Love blooms even through concrete and the Hlophes deal with the elephants in the room.

  • Episode 216

    Episode 216 - 21 Mins
    Beauty and Lerumo get candid, while there's a surprise in store for Bukhosi.

  • Episode 215

    Episode 215 - 21 Mins
    Bukhosi tries to outrun his past and Zweli has never been sadder about being right.

  • Episode 214

    Episode 214 - 21 Mins
    Nomafu is in bed with the enemy and Zweli refuses to give up when faced with a sly enemy.

  • Episode 213

    Episode 213 - 23 Mins
    Zweli gets another phone call that sends him into tailspin, and Cobra thwarts yet another effort by Morena.

  • Episode 212

    Episode 212 - 23 Mins
    Bukhosi feels the consequences of his actions, while the Mokoena family is torn in two after the rising conflict in the household.

  • Episode 211

    Episode 211 - 22 Mins
    Morena and Cobra reach a stalemate and Bukhosi walks into the lion's den.

  • Episode 210

    Episode 210 - 23 Mins
    Beauty dances on a knife's edge and Morena has a point to prove.

  • Episode 209

    Episode 209 - 21 Mins
    Everyone in Refilwe has to watch where they walk, and a familiar face is about to take a wrong turn.

  • Episode 208

    Episode 208 - 21 Mins
    Morena is wrecked with guilt as Cobra tries to bond with him and Nkanyiso thinks Bukhosi has gone mad.

  • Episode 207

    Episode 207 - 22 Mins
    Morena makes risky moves for his ambitions and Bukhosi finds it hard to eat a large serving of humble pie.

  • The River S05E206

    Episode 206 - 22 Mins
    Nomafu learns just how much trouble she’s in and Zweli races against time to bring justice to the people of Refilwe. Morena drops a bomb that leaves Pharoah worried.

  • Episode 205

    Episode 205 - 21 Mins
    Bukhosi realises he's not at the top of the food chain and Zweli can't believe his luck.

  • Episode 204

    Episode 204 - 21 Mins
    Sticking together becomes essential in Refilwe and Cobra must deal with the pain he's caused.

  • Episode 203

    Episode 203 - 22 Mins
    A dark cloud hovers over the streets of Refilwe, while Cobra does the extreme to fix mistakes of the past.

  • Episode 202

    Episode 202 - 22 Mins
    Zweli looks for help in all the wrong places and Nkanyiso becomes desperate.

  • Episode 201

    Episode 201 - 23 Mins
    Dimpho gives Nkanyiso a taste of his own medicine, and fear spreads amongst the residents of Refilwe.

  • Episode 200

    Episode 200 - 23 Mins
    Murder is rife in the streets of Refilwe, while Dimpho executes her surprise for Nkanyiso.

  • Episode 199

    Episode 199 - 22 Mins
    Nkanyiso struggles to wear his new skin. Kedibone buries her feelings and something dark stalks Refilwe.

  • Episode 198

    Episode 198 - 23 Mins
    Flora and Khabzela learn about the ugliness that surrounds them. Cobra decides one has to break some eggs to make an omelette.

  • Episode 197

    Episode 197 - 23 Mins
    The stench of death hangs over Refilwe, while Kedibone's relationship is tested.

  • Episode 196

    Episode 196 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe banishes all her problems with her own magic wand. Trouble brews in Kedibone and Dimpho's seemingly perfect relationships.

  • Episode 195

    Episode 195 - 22 Mins
    Cobra's desperation sends him on a downward spiral.

  • Episode 194

    Episode 194 - 23 Mins
    Cobra sets another plan in motion, while Lindiwe finally gets one up on her sister.

  • Episode 193

    Episode 193 - 23 Mins
    Nolwazi has Lindiwe right where she wants her. Nkanyiso's life gets complicated. Kedibone pushes boundaries and Cobra reacts.

  • Episode 192

    Episode 192 - 23 Mins
    Dimpho tries to deal with her insecurities. Nolwazi tightens the screws on Lindiwe.

  • Episode 191

    Episode 191 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe's frustrations push her to crucify an innocent man.

  • Episode 190

    Episode 190 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is on a mission to find the person that's responsible for her misery. Kedibone picks between her blood family and chosen family.

  • Episode 189

    Episode 189 - 22 Mins
    Cobra plays dirty and Nolwazi buys herself more time.

  • Episode 188

    Episode 188 - 23 Mins
    Cobra schemes to get Kedibone back in the nest. Nkanyiso has to swallow a big bitter pill.

  • Episode 187

    Episode 187 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is at her wit's end with Nolwazi's stunts, while Kedibone is on the verge of ruining a good thing.

  • Episode 186

    Episode 186 - 24 Mins
    Lindiwe puts on an Oscar winning performance for her sister. Kedibone takes a big step.

  • Episode 185

    Episode 185 - 22 Mins
    Dimpho and Kedibone find themselves going against their better judgement. Lindiwe seems to have finally met her match.

  • Episode 184

    Episode 184 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is shattered but can't even share the source of her pain with Zweli. Kedibone lets a secret slip.

  • Episode 183

    Episode 183 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe learns the consequences of unforgiveness, and Mlilo deals with more regrets.

  • Episode 182

    Episode 182 - 23 Mins
    Nolwazi bursts Lindiwe's little bubble. Zolani's back to frustrating everyone, while Kedibone finds herself in an uncomfortable position.

  • The River S05E181

    Episode 181 - 21 Mins
    Khwezi doesn’t know what to do now that her father has gone to bat for her. Kedibone is embarrassed by her own actions but doesn’t know how to resolve it.

  • Episode 180

    Episode 180 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe finally meets the real Nolwazi and Kedibone finds herself fighting a losing battle.

  • Episode 179

    Episode 179 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is unaware of the snake lurking in her home. Cobra is forced to say a painful goodbye.

  • Episode 178

    Episode 178 - 21 Mins
    Paulina makes Angelina regret her choices. The Dikanas get a bit of a surprise.

  • Episode 177

    Episode 177 - 24 Mins
    The Hlophes' nightmare is far from over. Paulina's behaviour has everyone concerned, but they're more shocked by Angelina.

  • Episode 176

    Episode 176 - 21 Mins
    Paulina and Angelina battle it out while the Hlophes try to get through their trauma.

  • Episode 175

    Episode 175 - 21 Mins
    The Mokoena household gets competitive while the Hlophes have an episode that might lead them to the truth. Something happens that makes Lindiwe uncomfortable.

  • Episode 174

    Episode 174 - 21 Mins
    The Hlophes are not the only ones concerned about Khwezi. Thanks to Cobra, a rift forms between Paulina and Angelina, again.

  • Episode 173

    Episode 173 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is determined to do right by her sister - no matter what. Paulina finally finds solace, and the Hlophe family's hope is renewed.

  • Episode 172

    Episode 172 - 23 Mins
    The Hlophes get news. Angelina stands up to Cobra, and a catastrophe happens on Andile's watch.

  • Episode 171

    Episode 171 - 23 Mins
    The Dikanas get a surprise delivery. Angelina is betrayed by her own emotions and struggles to say goodbye.

  • Episode 170

    Episode 170 - 23 Mins
    Angelina battles with the consequences of her actions while the Hlophes fight to save their loved ones.

  • Episode 169

    Episode 169 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe finally decides to put the past behind her, not knowing the extent of the game that's being played. Angelina seems to have some regrets.

  • Episode 168

    Episode 168 - 21 Mins
    Andile has a bone to pick with yet another parent. The Mokoena family is torn apart and the Hlophes feel a crisis creeping towards them.

  • Episode 167

    Episode 167 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe's past find its way to the present and Paulina's rage and pain pushes her to do the unthinkable.

  • Episode 166

    Episode 166 - 22 Mins
    Angelina risks it all to save her family and Lindiwe has a favour to ask of Andile.

  • Episode 165

    Episode 165 - 21 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 164

    Episode 164 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe's power play with Veronica takes a dark turn. Nomafu plays the long game while Cobra's home continues to implode.

  • Episode 163

    Episode 163 - 23 Mins
    Things take an unexpected turn for the worst in the Dikana household while Paulina comes to a shocking conclusion about the recent happenings.

  • The River S05E162

    Episode 162 - 22 Mins
    Nomafu is starting to get uncomfortable in her home while Lindiwe makes a shocking discovery.

  • Episode 161

    Episode 161 - 23 Mins
    Zweli is a mystery to everyone, and Angelina wants to believe she made the right choice.

  • The River S05E160

    Episode 160 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe delivers some devastating news to her family and Nomafu is unaware of a snake in her midsts while Angelina does the unthinkable.

  • Episode 159

    Episode 159 - 21 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 158

    Episode 158 - 23 Mins
    Zweli finally explodes and Cobra receives a big surprise.

  • Episode 157

    Episode 157 - 23 Mins
    The Hlophes blood feud continues, and Nomonde does everything she can to tie up loose ends.

  • Episode 156

    Episode 156 - 21 Mins
    Nomonde's plans pan out but not without leaving her scarred. Mlilo and Nkanyiso finally manage to do something Bukhosi hasn't been able to do while Cobra's wives surprise him.

  • Episode 155

    Episode 155 - 22 Mins
    A spanner is thrown into Nomonde's perfect plan just as she's about to be home free. Cobra's lies finally catch up with him.

  • Episode 154

    Episode 154 - 23 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 153

    Episode 153 - 22 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 152

    Episode 152 - 23 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 151

    Episode 151 - 23 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • The River S05E150

    Episode 150 - 21 Mins
    A telenovela about the haves and the have-nots, The River tells the story of two women from different worlds bound together by secrets, murder and betrayal.

  • Episode 149

    Episode 149 - 23 Mins
    The Hlophe's skeletons start rattling in their cupboards and Khabzela's truth on the stand reopens some old wounds.

  • The Clash

    Episode 148 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zolani are at odds and Refilwe catches fire.

  • Someone Will Sing

    Episode 147 - 23 Mins
    Things get intense at Refilwe's as the trail continues. Nkanyiso makes a hard decision and Nomonde is having doubts about her plans.

  • Picked The Wrong Team

    Episode 146 - 23 Mins
    Flora finds a new way to help a loved one. Keith reveals information that surprises Zweli. Lindiwe is ready to hunt down her enemies.

  • The Lab

    Episode 145 - 20 Mins
    Khanyisa Diamonds turns into a battle ground while Flora fights the good fight.

  • What Do They Know?

    Episode 144 - 21 Mins
    A guilt-ridden Nomonde starts to question her actions. Nkanyiso and Ntuthuko put their plan into motion but are they ready to get out on their own?

  • Never Laid A Hand On Her

    Episode 143 - 23 Mins
    Nkanyiso finally makes a choice between his father and his uncle. Khabzela's fate takes everyone by surprise. Nomonde's plan moves along swiftly.

  • Nest In A Cat's Ear

    Episode 142 - 22 Mins
    Flora's life takes a turn for the worst. Bukhosi and Ntuthuko play a brotherly cat and mouse game.

  • Cape Town My Haven

    Episode 141 - 22 Mins
    Things take a turn for the worst after Khabzela shares a word of advice, while Nomonde's plan gets activated.

  • Like A Log

    Episode 140 - 21 Mins
    Things take a turn for the worst at the Hlophe house, while Flora receives news that set her back. Nomonde reveals her plans, with the help of an old pal.

  • Where's My Money?

    Episode 139 - 21 Mins
    The Hlophe men execute their plan and Flora's worst fears come true.

  • Follow The Leader

    Episode 138 - 21 Mins
    Khabzela starts a fire he can't put out and Nomafu makes herself heard.

  • Swindling The Swindler

    Episode 137 - 22 Mins
    The hunt for the fraudster continues, there's more conflicts at the Hlophe house and Nomonde feels the heat.

  • Belly

    Episode 136 - 23 Mins
    Zweli struggles to come to terms with Nomonde's news. Bukhosi has a situation in his hands that refuses to go away. Khabzela strikes it lucky.

  • A Punch To The Face

    Episode 135 - 23 Mins
    Drama revisits the Dikana mansion and The Hlophes struggle to get back into step with each other.

  • What You Want

    Episode 134 - 23 Mins
    Zweli hands out ultimatums. Mlilo has a decision to make about his life and the way forward. Flora lights a fire under a reluctant crusader.

  • Walk On In

    Episode 133 - 22 Mins
    Mlilo's stubborn pride only gets him into trouble while Andile and Njabulo also start to question their choices.

  • No Superheroes

    Episode 132 - 23 Mins
    Mlilo's determined to get back on top while Andile and Njabulo have a lot of questions to answer, and Flora unwittingly hands her life over to a stranger.

  • Think For Yourself

    Episode 131 - 23 Mins
    Mlilo's plan takes an unexpected turn and Kedibone decides to take matters into her own hands, inspired by Morena's ordeal. Andile and Njabulo get a thrilling text message.

  • Join Me

    Episode 130 - 24 Mins
    Andile and Njabulo make peace, but temptations come knocking again. Mlilo wants to step out of Bukhosi's shadow.

  • The Room Spinning

    Episode 129 - 21 Mins
    Mlilo finds himself having to choose between the life he knows and the life he wants. Things get worse for Morena.

  • I Am Your God

    Episode 128 - 21 Mins
    Khabzela makes a desperate effort to help Morena. Detective Tshabalala has a few things to say about Andile's choices and two bulls fight for their spot in the kraal.

  • The Flu

    Episode 127 - 21 Mins
    The Hlophe rift gets wider, Zweli brings in reinforcements while Morena battles to hide his unbearable pain.

  • The Drop

    Episode 126 - 23 Mins
    Zweli and Andile struggle to understand each other while Morena's situation gets desperate.

  • Struggle Olympics

    Episode 125 - 22 Mins
    Morena's problems worsen, and Njabulo finds himself in hot water.

  • The Whipping Post

    Episode 124 - 23 Mins
    Mlilo's lies catch up to him and Beauty while the fruits of Morena's pursuit of “freedom” prove bitter and painful and Lekau makes his chess move.

  • One

    Episode 123 - 23 Mins
    Andile and Njabulo push themselves out of their comfort zones, Mlilo risks it all for Beauty, and Pharaoh doesn't know what to do with Morena.

  • The River S05E122

    Episode 122 - 22 Mins
    Andile and Njabulo navigate the new state of their relationship. Bukhosi warns Mlilo about things he might not be aware of. Morena’s life is filled with regret.

  • You’Ve Seen A Ghost

    Episode 121 - 21 Mins
    Morena wants to sample from different menus while Bukhosi puts a leash on Mlilo.

  • Just One Last Time

    Episode 120 - 23 Mins
    Beauty gets a little too comfortable in the Hlophe house, Andile and Njabulo have to learn to live with their choices and Morena crosses the Rubicon.

  • Seeing Is Believing

    Episode 119 - 21 Mins
    Andile and Njabulo struggle with the new terms of engagement in their marriage while Morena is backed into a corner and Bukhosi has a new thorn in his side.

  • Lust And Affection

    Episode 118 - 22 Mins
    Njabulo and Andile's rough patch continues and Morena has a lot to celebrate.

  • The River S05E117

    Episode 117 - 22 Mins
    Morena realizes that he still has a lot to learn. Beauty is intimate for the first time in a while and Andile makes a bold move.

  • Three Is A Crowd

    Episode 116 - 22 Mins
    Andile starts to reconsider the structure of his marriage while Morena is left heartbroken by his new flame. The bond between Beauty and the new man in her life starts to grow.

  • Young Love

    Episode 115 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe makes it her mission to dissolve the tension in her home. The push and pull between Beauty and her new project continues and Morena's great plans don't pan out the way he'd hoped.

  • End It

    Episode 114 - 23 Mins
    Tension continues to build among the Dlaminis, just as Morena shoots his shot and Beauty is burnt by Mlilo's fire.

  • Not A Victim

    Episode 113 - 21 Mins
    Zolani shares his painful truth while Beauty loses her balance.

  • Love And Hate

    Episode 112 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zweli finally get Zolani to make a decision. Beauty meets her match and Morena's best life isn't what he thought it would be.

  • Late Bloomers

    Episode 111 - 21 Mins
    Emma refuses to let sleeping dogs lie. Morena gets a taste of freedom and the Hlophe-Dikana partnership hangs in the balance.

  • A Lion's Head

    Episode 110 - 21 Mins
    Nomafu and Lindiwe's fight heats up, and things go south at what was supposed to be a celebratory event.

  • Intombi Nto

    Episode 109 - 22 Mins
    Zolani is pulled in different directions while Nomafu sends Lindiwe a deadly gift and Paulina and Angelina realize they're on their own.

  • Suspicious Activity

    Episode 108 - 21 Mins
    Cobra gets more than what he bargained for when he tries to get the women in his life to get along. Nomafu decides to prove just how vicious she can be.

  • Something It’S Not

    Episode 107 - 23 Mins
    Cobra goes back to his old destructive habits to avoid the stress at home. Khwezi finds herself getting drawn deeper into an unfavourable position.

  • The River S05E106

    Episode 106 - 23 Mins
    Nomafu’s living her worst nightmare while Cobra finds a way to forget his marital woes.

  • Slithering

    Episode 105 - 21 Mins
    Nomafu finds herself in store for a terrible surprise and Paulina drops a bomb that threatens to tear the Mokoenas apart.

  • Out With The Old

    Episode 104 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe gears up to deal with the thorn in her side while the cold war between Angelina and Paulina continues to rage on.

  • Open Up The Industry

    Episode 103 - 23 Mins
    The two queens are happily planning each other's downfall, while the competition for Cobra intensifies and Khwezi decides she'd rather not disappoint her father.

  • Foe And Friend

    Episode 102 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe confronts an unrelenting enemy while Zolani struggles to make a decision.

  • A Case Of Two Wives

    Episode 101 - 22 Mins
    Nomafu makes her move and Kedibone calls in the big guns as the tension in the Mokoena house escalates. Lindiwe learns new information that unsettles her.

  • The River S05E100

    Episode 100 - 22 Mins
    Angelina and Paulina’s fight comes to a shocking end, and Zolani’s skeletons tumble out of the closet.

  • Two Queens

    Episode 99 - 22 Mins
    Paulina fights back while Nomafu gets way ahead of herself.

  • Shine On Me

    Episode 98 - 21 Mins
    Cobra struggles to keep the peace while Nomafu sets out to prove she's more than just a pretty face.

  • Miss Pr

    Episode 97 - 21 Mins
    A not so cold war breaks out in the Mokoena home and Nomafu is determined to shake things up.

  • Wait Til I Get You

    Episode 96 - 24 Mins
    Nomafu reveals her plans for Lindiwe, while Zweli is surprised to learn the story from the other party. Paulina gives Cobra an ultimatum.

  • Belly

    Episode 95 - 23 Mins
    A ghost from Cobra's past shows up at the Mokoena's doorstep. There's a war going on between Zolani's heart and mind.

  • Lamaze

    Episode 94 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe hits Nomafu with the truth and Cobra's preoccupation with being a better man causes a rift in the family.

  • Find Her

    Episode 93 - 23 Mins
    Andile and Mavusana want Zolani to return to his senses while Cobra tries to get everyone excited for his new chapter.

  • Have You Heard?

    Episode 92 - 23 Mins
    Paulina is taken aback by Cobra's expectations and Nomafu starts to picture her new life.

  • No Love Lost

    Episode 91 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe makes a mistake by turning down a stranger's act of kindness.

  • A Father's Daughter

    Episode 90 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe leaves Nomafu with egg on her face, and Zolani's cupid's arrow misses its target.

  • Love Bombed

    Episode 89 - 24 Mins
    A new arrival catches Zolani off guard and Zodwa lays down the law for Cobra.

  • The River S05E088

    Episode 88 - 22 Mins
    The Hlophes host a party for the Dikanas but it doesn’t go as planned.

  • On The Dotted Line

    Episode 87 - 23 Mins
    The Dikana and Hlophe families are well and truly bound together while Cobra's plans to reunite are met with resistance.

  • Burst Bubble

    Episode 86 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and Bukhosi circle each other while Cobra's plan to become a better man, goes left.

  • Let’S Make Money

    Episode 85 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe discovers that the past has a way of coming back to life. Cobra shows up for Paulina when it matters most.

  • No Time For Talking

    Episode 84 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is forced to deal with a blast from her past.

  • Google Me

    Episode 83 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe gives Bukhosi marching orders, while Paulina faces new embarrassment.

  • New Money Politics

    Episode 82 - 21 Mins
    Nkanyiso decides to get his own back against Bukhosi and Zolani uncovers information about the Hlophes.

  • Who Is He?

    Episode 81 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe finds herself questioning the business proposal she's been approached with while Paulina's friends try to figure out who is responsible for the mess, she's in.

  • Racketeers

    Episode 80 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and the Hlophe family are thrown into each other's worlds while Paulina's secret lights a fire under Cobra.

  • A Married Man

    Episode 79 - 22 Mins
    The police are closing in on the Hlophes and Cobra is beside himself with jealousy.

  • All In Good Taste

    Episode 78 - 23 Mins
    The police are closing in on the Hlophes and Cobra is beside himself with jealousy.

  • Wood Anniversary

    Episode 77 - 23 Mins
    Nkanyiso finds himself in trouble, when Mlilo steps in to save him. Paulina is like a deer in the headlights after Cobra reveals information about her.

  • New Family In Town

    Episode 76 - 21 Mins
    There's a new family in town giving its residence sleepless nights.

  • Hello To The Hlophes

    Episode 75 - 21 Mins
    Zweli meets a new tougher, smarter and ruthless enemy who is out for blood.

  • The Arrival Of Disaster

    Episode 74 - 22 Mins
    A day that starts out well turns out disastrous for the Mokoena family.

  • Wade In The Water

    Episode 73 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe and Mabutho's cat and mouse game sends one of them over a cliff. A grieving mother finds herself at the end of her tether with the hate she's getting from her family.

  • Too Close To The Sun

    Episode 72 - 23 Mins
    Zolani finally bares his wounded soul. Lindiwe lays the perfect trap for a new enemy.

  • One Drink?

    Episode 71 - 22 Mins
    Zolani struggles to come to terms with new information, and Lindiwe finds new information that's about to change everything.

  • Location Si-La

    Episode 70 - 22 Mins
    Mabutho makes a daring move, while Zolani is shocked by information he receives.

  • Blame It On Me

    Episode 69 - 23 Mins
    A friend is worried that a confidant will throw him under the bus, while a mother feels guilty about a secret that she's hiding.

  • Holes In The Heart

    Episode 68 - 23 Mins
    Beauty's mouth turns out to be a dangerous weapon once again while some of the Mokoenas reel from what happened to Mabutho and Paulina.

  • The Man Who Knocks

    Episode 67 - 23 Mins
    Mabutho is determined to get back at his enemies. Zolani struggles between protecting someone he loves and telling them the truth.

  • Hot Potato

    Episode 66 - 24 Mins
    Mabutho's enemies are coming for him. The Dikanas can't decide what to do with the shocking news they've just received.

  • The Bluff

    Episode 65 - 23 Mins
    Mabutho tries to get a grip on his life, but will Charlie get in the way? Zolani tries to make sense of his new reality.

  • The Worst Is Yet To Come

    Episode 64 - 21 Mins
    Mabutho scrambles when his plans take a sharp left, and Zolani receives news about one of his girls.

  • Loyalty And Threats

    Episode 63 - 21 Mins
    The Dikanas get life-changing news, while Charlie and Mabutho are forced to consider their plans.

  • What Is She Doing Here?

    Episode 62 - 23 Mins
    The Dikana family receives an uninvited guest. Mabutho's dodgy dealings have him backed into a corner.

  • Say A Little Prayer For Me

    Episode 61 - 22 Mins
    Zolani's life is thrown into chaos when he learns of his wife and child's fate. Mabutho's master plans start to come undone as he's unmasked by someone very close to home

  • Just A Glass

    Episode 60 - 22 Mins
    Mabutho has some explaining to do, while Beauty and Emma make some bad decisions.

  • The River S05E059

    Episode 59 - 21 Mins
    Emma and Njabulo are shocked by Lindiwe and Zweli’s decisions. Mabutho and Charlie’s friendship is put to the test.

  • Not Giving Up

    Episode 58 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zweli are willing to risk everything for their loved one, and Charlie has to watch his back.

  • Circle Of Trust

    Episode 57 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zweli receive bad news and Zolani turns his attention to solving the mystery of the crime at hand.

  • Strip The Roofs

    Episode 56 - 21 Mins
    The Dikanas can't decide what to do next and Zolani is done playing games.

  • Ocean Blue

    Episode 55 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zweli's breakthrough in the search for their loved one is not what they expected. Mabutho's new path proves to be more than he bargained for.

  • Nice Times

    Episode 54 - 22 Mins
    Mabutho makes a decision about his future while Zolani wants to take a bite out of the enemies.

  • Na Chance To Steal

    Episode 53 - 21 Mins
    Mabutho is upset to learn that working closely with a friend means more trouble than he'd anticipated. The Dikanas hold on to hope and a prayer, as they wait for news.

  • Mr Ten Million

    Episode 52 - 22 Mins
    Andile discovers just how powerless he is while Charlie reaches a new level of crazy.

  • Belly Of The Beast

    Episode 51 - 21 Mins
    Some Dikanas realize that their enemies don't match the usual profile. Mabutho finally gets to see the results of his hard work.

  • Passport Heavy

    Episode 50 - 21 Mins
    The Dlamini-Dikana family find themselves in the eye of the storm. Dimpho makes a decision that takes everyone by surprise.

  • Positive Vibes

    Episode 49 - 22 Mins
    Dimpho finally comes clean about a situation that's been weighing her down, while pandemonium breaks out at the Dikana house.

  • The River S05E048

    Episode 48 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe gives up on something very important to her just as Dimpho chooses glamour over responsibility.

  • Marriage Chronicles

    Episode 47 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe is crushed as the world gets closer to digging up her skeletons, while Dimpho gets the shock of her life.

  • We Should Eat First

    Episode 46 - 21 Mins
    Dimpho's man wins over her family while Lindiwe is asked to make the ultimate sacrifice.

  • Conditional Love

    Episode 45 - 21 Mins
    Zweli has good news to share with his family, but there are conditions, while Dimpho has a surprise of her own.

  • The Other Side Of Dimpho

    Episode 44 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe lays herself bare before Zweli and an old flame shocks Dimpho.

  • The Guy Is Focused

    Episode 43 - 21 Mins
    Dimpho is excited for the future while the Dikana family is divided over how Lindiwe should be treated.

  • Intent

    Episode 42 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe finally finds out where she stands in Zweli's life.

  • Mind Your Own

    Episode 41 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is forced to face the music while Cobra tries to avoid what's coming to him.

  • Distractions And Disappearances

    Episode 40 - 21 Mins
    It's a big day at the Mokoena house, but someone goes missing in the midst of all the joy. Zweli takes a stance that leaves Lindiwe stunned.

  • Episode 39

    Episode 39 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe prepares to teach Mnqobi a lesson, and Cobra makes a decision that affects his and Angelina's future.

  • Episode 38

    Episode 38 - 21 Mins
    Zweli is on his last lap of life, while Lindiwe makes a choice she never thought she would make.

  • Episode 37

    Episode 37 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe finds herself more and more pulled into a dangerous web, while Zweli's investigation moves him even closer to the truth. Angelina moves pillar to post to get Cobra to forgive her.

  • Episode 36

    Episode 36 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe finds Mnqobi in a compromising situation, and Cobra doesn't know who to trust.

  • Episode 35

    Episode 35 - 21 Mins
    Angelina gears up for her happily ever after, and Zweli gets closer and closer to the truth.

  • Episode 34

    Episode 34 - 23 Mins
    Cobra is determined to show Angelina that he's committed to her, while Zweli's investigation takes him down a winding and twisting path.

  • Episode 33

    Episode 33 - 23 Mins
    Mnqobi senses Lindiwe's trust wavering. Angelina shares her secret with the wrong person.

  • Episode 32

    Episode 32 - 23 Mins
    Uncle Moses hands out his own brand of wisdom, and Detective Tshabalala and Zweli have a tough decision to make.

  • Episode 31

    Episode 31 - 23 Mins
    Angelina has devastating news for Cobra, and Zweli steps up his offense against his enemy.

  • Episode 30

    Episode 30 - 23 Mins
    After everything that they've been through., Angelina is left with only one solution for her relationship. Mnqobi realizes that he might have more than one problem in his hands.

  • Episode 29

    Episode 29 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe finds herself launching a whole lot more than her new acquisition. When she realises that talking has failed her, Angelina launches a new plan.

  • Episode 28

    Episode 28 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe and Zweli's perfect little bubble is burst by a diamond and a blast from the past. Cobra's resistance to starting a new life takes another turn.

  • Episode 27

    Episode 27 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe is struggling not to scratch an itch that won't go away. The Mokoenas have their hands full with Cobra and Angelina.

  • Episode 26

    Episode 26 - 23 Mins
    Things are back to normal for Lindiwe but is that a good thing? Angelina's heavy-handedness makes things worse with her and Cobra.

  • Episode 25

    Episode 25 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe has to dash her family's hopes and dreams while the Mokoenas welcome an unexpected guest.

  • Episode 24

    Episode 24 - 23 Mins
    Cobra's new found success isn't sitting well with everyone and Lindiwe does everything in her power to avoid turning into her own worst enemy.

  • Episode 23

    Episode 23 - 21 Mins
    The Mokoenas are shocked when Cobra returns home with a new family member. Zweli gets increasingly worried about the developments in his home.

  • The River S05E022

    Episode 22 - 22 Mins
    Zolani starts to wonder if he still has a place in Lindiwe’s life and while Paulina battles to keep Mabutho in check.

  • Episode 21

    Episode 21 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe finds herself in a position she never thought she'd be in. The community of Refilwe rallies around a brother in need.

  • Episode 20

    Episode 20 - 22 Mins
    Andile gets to the bottom of what has been happening, and Lindiwe does the unthinkable.

  • Episode 19

    Episode 19 - 22 Mins
    Lindiwe is determined to get what she wants while Andile and Paulina join forces to solve a mystery.

  • The River S05E018

    Episode 18 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe eats crow while Mabutho gets into the fight of his life.

  • Dance Like No One's Watching

    Episode 17 - 21 Mins
    Mabutho's friends and family discover news that makes them worry. Zweli becomes increasingly uncomfortable where Mnqobi's concerned.

  • Cracks In The Walls

    Episode 16 - 22 Mins
    Zweli's jealousy flares as the bond between Lindiwe and the new mining mogul continues to grow, revealing cracks in the walls of their own relationship. Mabutho finds himself in hot water.

  • On Record

    Episode 15 - 22 Mins
    Mabutho accepts an invitation, not knowing that he's just stepped into the devil's backyard - while Zweli acts on his hunch.

  • Dead Men Don't Speak

    Episode 14 - 20 Mins
    Mabutho is determined to get to the bottom of whatever is going on at his workplace. Detective Tshabalala delivers a cold splash of water to Zweli's face.

  • Suspicious Activity

    Episode 13 - 21 Mins
    Mabutho suspects foul play at work, while Zweli starts to feel very uncomfortable in his own home.

  • A Foreign Worry

    Episode 12 - 23 Mins
    Lindiwe gets some uncomfortable questions levelled at her and Mabutho uses an age-old trick to get ahead.

  • Duplicity

    Episode 11 - 20 Mins
    Lindiwe's constant meetings with Mnqobi continue to unsettle her family while Mabutho's new job is the furthest thing from what he expected.

  • At This Time Of Night?

    Episode 10 - 22 Mins
    Zweli is at a crossroads both at work and at home. Mabutho is looking for a leg up but is he heading straight for his downfall?

  • Reality Check

    Episode 9 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe and her new friend continue to grow closer while Zweli struggles with his new reality and Mabutho just can't seem to catch a break.

  • The River S05E008

    Episode 8 - 23 Mins
    Mabutho is feeling frustrated by his finances while Cobra rubs his wealth.

  • The Big Fish

    Episode 7 - 21 Mins
    The Mokoenas might have to find friends, while Lindiwe has found herself an interesting friend.

  • Pins And Needles

    Episode 6 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe finds herself conflicted over a business proposition while Mabutho struggles to come to terms with his fate.

  • We're Doing Something Wrong

    Episode 5 - 21 Mins
    Lindiwe receives a new offer that leaves her curious and the Mokoenas open a new chapter.

  • Lucky Streak

    Episode 4 - 23 Mins
    The Mokoenas are preparing for their big move, but there's another surprise waiting for the family. Lindiwe has to deal with a blast from the past.

  • Extension

    Episode 3 - 22 Mins
    Kedibone pulls her family away from their greatest gift and Lindiwe is still defending her decision.

  • An Old Stranger

    Episode 2 - 22 Mins
    An old stranger returns at the Dikana house and is asking questions that no one has answers to.

  • Kings, Queens & Paupers

    Episode 1 - 23 Mins
    Refilwe's hope is revived and Mabutho makes a promise to himself.

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