Umkhokha: The Curse, Episode 17

The vultures are slowly circling in for the church leadership position, ready to snatch it from the Mthembus. MaNzimande is desperate to have Siphamandla come home.

Khulekani is given interim power, which goes straight to his head like a strong drink. Xolile suspects that she could be pregnant.

Khulekani goes out of his way to sideline the family and even tries to hijack Mthembu's funeral. MaMzobe and Gabisile pull out an old classic at the funeral, causing quite a stir.

Mthembu is buried in secret. Khulekani forces himself to swallow his pride. MaMzobe and Gabisile are up to no good as they pull off an elaborate scheme to sabotage the Mthembus.

MaMzobe makes great moves to get Difa installed as the permanent leader of Ithempeli Lenkosi. MaNzimande struggles to get back into normal life now that Mthembu is buried.

MaMzobe learns to be careful about what she wishes for when Mthembu haunts her. MaNzimande is dealt with a nasty blow that they could lose their home and wealth to someone else.

When the church's council decides who to ordain as the next leader, factions start to form, but MaNzimande makes sure she has the last say. Xolile finds it hard to conceal her pregnancy.

MaNzimande decides to take matters into her own hands and stops the Gumedes from taking a permanent position at church. MaMzobe makes plans in preparing for her position as first lady.

MaMzobe is ready to take up her position as the new church queen, but her moment is short-lived when MaNzimande pulls the rug from under her feet. Difa delivers a blow to MaMzobe's plans.

A divine hand reaches out when Siphamandla is on the cusp of throwing in the towel regarding the throne. MaMzobe has one card to play to win the crown, but it comes with a grave warning.

Xolile has the rugged pulled from under her feet when she is told that her future is being someone else's wife. MaMzobe goes over Difa's decision and heads to get her way.

Reggie finds out some people will do whatever it takes to push their own agendas. After seeing 'positive signs', Siphamandla finally accepts the throne.

The Mthembus and the Gumedes are excited about the forthcoming lobola talks and a union between the two families. MaMzobe keeps yet another developing secret from Difa.

Reggie and Xolile's abduction plan backfires, and the ending is dire. Mthembu pays lobola but has nothing to show for it.

A dark cloud has fallen over the Gumede family, and MaMzobe's grief causes her to disregard a crucial custom. Siphamandla blames himself for Xolile's death. Reggie discovers Xolile is dead.

After the funeral, more news unravels as Reggie unintentionally disrespects the family. MaMzobe does everything she can to conceal that Xolile was pregnant but fails.

Wedding bells are in the pipeline as a new bride is chosen from the Gumede family for Siphamandla. Reggie is still determined to fight and get his baby. Mabusi hears life-changing news.

The battle lines are drawn when Nobuntu tells MaMzobe what she thinks of her. Tensions rise between the Mthembu brothers when Khulekani hears of the plan to marry Nobuntu into the family.

Nobuntu is chosen to be Siphamandla's new wife, but she gets the shock of her life on D-day. Reggie doesn't give up looking for Xolile's grave.

MaMzobe gloats to Nobuntu about what she has done and brings her down to size, breaking Nobuntu's heart even further. Siphamandla is overjoyed to learn who his new bride is going to be.

MaMzobe is the cold nightmare that disrupts Mabusi's dreams, leaving her fuming. Mabusi decides about her future with Siphamandla.

Despite all his efforts, Siphamandla is rejected by Mabusi. MaMzobe continues to succeed with her deceit. Siphamandla has a secret admirer.

Siphamandla takes the next step in his leadership and preaches a moving sermon. Mabusi gets the shock of her life when she receives an unexpected welcome at the hospital.

Siphamandla takes the biggest risk and puts his heart out to fate. Difa and MaMzobe hinge their hope on Mabusi, and another man's happiness is salt to Reggie's wounds.

Mabusi is shocked to learn that dates and plans for her wedding have been confirmed without confirming with her. MaMzobe reveals her next dangerous plan.

MaMzobe deceives Difa into thinking she is in support of Siphamandla's position. Khulekani tells the family he's not attending the wedding.

Zodwa is forbidden to join the council of women advising Mabusi. MaNzimande finally puts her foot down where Khulekani is concerned.

MaMzobe's demons come back to bite her. Siphamandla goes all out for Mabusi but is disappointed by his brother. Khulekani plays the blame game instead of taking responsibility for his life.

MaMzobe suffers the consequences of her actions. Difa and Zodwa's secret is in front of everyone on the field. Khulekani swallows his pride.

Everyone knows about Mabusi's virginity, which could be a maker break for her entire family. MaMzobe continues to suffer.

Mabusi's world is turned upside down while Siphamandla is strengthened. MaMzobe finally removes her 'nemesis', and Khulekani humbles himself to win his wife back.

Mabusi tries to fight the system, but it leaves her worse than where she had started. The drift between the Mthembu brothers worsens, and news of Mabusi's private affairs spreads.

Siphamandla returns home and takes measures to create magic in his marital bed but receives a nasty surprise. MaMzobe is unhappy when an enemy returns to her house.

A daring Khulekani does the ultimate act of defiance, and there's no coming back from this one. Gabisile steals something from the Mthembus.

Gabisile is put to a difficult task, but there is no running from it. Siphamandla reaches out to his brother to make peace. Mabusi is given a lifeline and shares a tender moment with Siphamandla.

MaMzobe and Gabisile hold their breaths, wondering if their plans to eliminate an enemy will succeed. Khulekani puts an impossible rule for Nomkhosi regarding his family.

Mthembu has Siphamandla's back from the other side and makes it known to MaMzobe. Nomkhosi takes matters into her own hands in dealing with Khulekani's issues with his brother.

Khulekani's rebellious nature makes him do something that shocks the whole family and could bring about a curse. MaMzobe realises her nemesis is bigger than she thought. Mabusi's reign brings a new dawn.

Serious consequences follow Khulekani's actions. MaMzobe prepares herself to strike again, and a dream torments Maphalala.

Khulekani moves out of his home, leaving a heartbroken mother. The church council comes to a decision about the vault key. MaMzobe hits another stumbling block in her quest against the Mthembus.

Siphamandla is awed and humbled by the responsibility bestowed upon him, while Khulekani faces an uncertain future. MaMzobe supports Maphalala's decision not to give Siphamandla the vault key.

Siphamandla is manipulated into a grand gesture for Mabusi but doesn't receive the reaction he expected. Nobuntu makes a big confession to Zodwa.

Siphamandla's marital issues are out in public for all to see and mock. Nobuntu takes drastic steps to fix her life. Khulekani's moment of victory leaves him with an egg on his face.

Mabusi's outburst comes back to bite her. Khulekani learns freedom comes at a heavy price. Nompendulo faces MaNzimande's wrath while the church women give up on Mabusi.

Mabusi gets an epiphany about her rocky marriage. Nomkhosi stabs Khulekani in the back once again. Nokubonga and Nobuntu take their escapades a notch higher.

Mabusi and Siphamandla take things to the next level in their romance. Nompendulo sinks to desperate measures to save her expulsion from the church. Things become direr for Khulekani.

The romance between Mabusi and Siphamandla elevates, and there is no denying their love. MaMzobe gets much-needed good news. MaNzimande goes out of her way to save a disaster from happening.

Siphamandla and Mabusi learn the hard way that a leader is meant for something other than the kitchen. MaMzobe gets an opportunity to finally settle a score.

MaMzobe's plans to eliminate an enemy end up having dire consequences for her that she did not anticipate. After a lot of bad luck, Khulekani finally gets a big break.

MaMzobe learns that her actions are the cause of her tragedy. Khulekani learns that working life is a different beat he is not prepared for. Nobuntu's drunken escapades finally land her in trouble.

Mabusi is ready for intimacy, but Siphamandla has a big surprise for her. Nobuntu gets what she deserves for coming home drunk.

Mabusi breaks all her rules after being treated like a queen. Khulekani's life suffers a significant knock.

MaMzobe is happy when unexpected news about Mthembu's successor lands on her lap. Nobuntu faces some severe consequences for her drunken behaviour.

MaMzobe has the biggest ace card up her sleeve. Khulekani is playing a dangerous game lying to his wife, and Nobuntu's drinking escapades lends her in hot water.

Things take a turn for the worse after MaMzobe reveals Mlungisi is her secret child with Mthembu, and Difa's life hangs in the balance.

MaMzobe comes clean to Mlungisi about his bloodline, while MaNzimande tries to do damage control. Khulekani gets a rude wake-up call about where he belongs in the Mthembu house.

MaMzobe must prove her claims are true about Mlungisi being a Mthembu. Khulekani and Nomkhosi struggle to deal with a new revelation. Mlungisi gets a friendly warning about MaMzobe.

Nobuntu finds a newfound friendship with her newfound brother. Khulekani looks for answers, but the door is slammed in his face.

The DNA results about Mlungisi are out. Nomkhosi is distressed when Khulekani gives her terrible news. The Council argues about what must be done if Mlungisi becomes Mthembu's son.

MaNzimande refuses to roll over no matter what. Khulekani digs himself into a hole that will be difficult to escape. Mlungisi's 'Parents' refuse to give him up.

Mthembu seems to be losing power as MaMzobe and Mlungisi are getting ready to take over the church, no matter the cost. Nomkhosi makes a shocking discovery about her loving husband.

Nomkhosi decides to investigate what she's come to learn about her husband's job. Difa is discharged, but he has nasty surprises for MaMzobe.

Mlungisi is introduced to his inheritance, and he is overwhelmed. Nomkhosi learns more secrets about her husband, and she has had enough. Difa kicks MaMzobe out of his house.

MaMzobe gets the taste of her own medicine on the day the vault is supposed to come to her. Nomkhosi makes a drastic decision after learning the truth about Khulekani.

Mthembu's spirit appears to Siphamandla and gives him a cryptic message. MaMzobe discovers how deep the betrayal from Zibuse, Mlungisi and MaShezi goes. Mlungisi celebrates a new windfall.

MaNzimande refuses to accept defeat and to do things right for Mlungisi to be a Mthembu. MaMzobe is given an answer that shocks her about her marriage. Mlungisi struggles to adjust to his newfound riches.

MaMzobe's marriage is in shambles, and Difa takes a huge step towards ending things. Mlungisi cements himself as a leader. Nobuntu picks a side in the family battle.

MaNzimande learns the truth about the vault. Sibusiso starts making grand moves to secure Nokubonga a place as Mlungisi's wife.

Mlungisi starts stripping Siphamandla off his firstborn right title. Zodwa plays mediator, but it backfires in her face, and Nobuntu's parting ends in tears.

MaNzimande is hurt when the last person she expected takes a knee before the new king. Nokubonga shares gossip with Nobuntu about Mlungisi. MaMzobe learns the news that shatters her heart.

MaMzobe's troubles escalate as Mlungisi and Sibusiso make changes in the church. MaNzimande eats before Siphamandla and refuses anyone to bow to him anymore.

Mlungisi shakes the AmaJudiya world into a panic. Nobuntu finally gets the truth from MaMzobe. Khulekani regrets his decisions, while Mabusi longs to do what she loves.

MaMzobe still has no part in Mlungisi's ordination. The scales seem to tip on MaNzimande's side when Maphalala makes a mistake during the ordination, summoning an evil omen.

Zodwa and MaMzobe find an unlikely moment to share a sisterhood moment. Khulekani gets a visit from an unexpected friend in his hour of need.

A torn Maphalala is forced to sever the cord with his blood. Mlungisi puts Mabusi in her place. Sthupha floods Khulekani's apartment with homeless people.

MaMzobe gets the shock of her life when Difa returns with the most devastating gift. Maphalala and Sibusiso's race goes to the wire. Khulekani is not done shocking Nomkhosi.

MaMzobe and Zodwa witness Difa lose his faith in the church. MaMzobe decides against the divorce. Khulekani finds himself homeless and on the streets.

After turning his back on his wife, Difa also turns his back on his belief. Khulekani worms his way back home. The Gumede daughters discover shocking news.

Difa and old flames rekindle their romance. Mlungisi's plan blows up in his face, leaving him looking like a fool. MaMzobe is unaware she's getting closer to a snake in the grass.

Difa reveals a secret to Mabusi. MaNzimande finally takes the hard line with Khulekani so that he can fix his ways. Zodwa regrets a moment of passion.

MaMzobe and Zodwa reconcile, but Difa's heart hardens. Siphamandla's fate is unknown after a fierce disciplinary hearing. Nomkhosi reveals Khulekani's shenanigans.

Zodwa and Difa cross a line they will never be able to uncross. Mlungisi takes a drastic decision against Siphamandla. Nomkhosi gives Khulekani a piece of her mind.

MaMzobe almost catches Zodwa and Difa in his room. Mlungisi tells Siphamandla he won't get paid to revive the Pietermaritzburg church. Nomkhosi moves back into the Mthembu home.

It's a rollercoaster for Difa and the two women in his life. MaNzimande is not happy with Siphamandla and Mabusi's decisions. Mlungisi is not interested in uMkhululi duties.

Trouble comes when MaMzobe learns about Difa's escapades and decides to follow him. Mlungisi continues on his downward spiral.

MaMzobe struggles to keep her marriage together as Difa has moved on. Siphamandla and Mabusi try to infuse life into an unpromising church. Sibusiso makes a pass at Nompendulo.

MaMzobe finds a way to derail Difa's newfound bliss with Zodwa most shamefully. MaNzimande pleads to Mthembu for guidance. Siphamandla is encouraged when he sees his mother arrives at church.

Zodwa puts two and two together. Mthembus revive their church while Mlungisi squanders his. Nokubonga gets the upper hand over Nompendulo.

A spanner is in the works for Zodwa, who is supposed to follow Difa to Cape Town. Mlungisi falls asleep during church service. Siphamandla preaches to four people in Pietermaritzburg.

Zodwa is caught with her hand in the cookie jar. Mlungisi turns Jehovah's house into the Devil's playground. MaNzimande gives up on a project and urges others to do so.

Mlungisi realises that he's gambled everything and wants to find a way to swindle more money from the congregants. Zodwa is under pressure to end things with Difa.

Zodwa has a met-down having to confess to MaMzobe about her affair with Difa. The Mthembu brothers are doing their best they know how to lead each branch.

Zodwa's illness is compounded by vomiting, and her mind races to other places.

Zodwa's problems escalate, and her worst nightmare becomes a reality. Mlungisi's attempt to humiliate Sibusiso backfires. Siphamandla's perseverance in his faith pays off handsomely.

Zodwa's anxiety heightens with the confirmation that she is pregnant. Mlungisi and Sibusiso make a Mockery of the church, while Siphamandla enjoys success at the Pietermaritzburg branch.

After Siphamandla's heroic report, the brothers embrace. Difa finds out he will be a father again. The council finds a scapegoat for all the church's shenanigans.

Difa is over the moon about Zodwa's pregnancy, while Zodwa feels betrayed that MaMzobe told him. Against many odds, Siphamandla and Mlungisi bond over their father.

While the Mthembu brothers form a Bond, MaMzobe also shows her sister Zodwa that family sticks together and promises to support her with her pregnancy.

Difa has a loving yet daring proposition for Zodwa to save her from humiliation.

Difa's plan backfires, and MaMzobe wants to meet the baby daddy. Nokubonga is deprived of spousal privileges. Dinner at the Mthembu's turns sour as MaNzimande embarrasses Mlungisi.

Difa is tired of all the probing by the family and opts to blurt out the truth.

MaMzobe plans to find Zodwa's baby daddy while trying to win Difa back. MaNzimande refuses to change her mind, while MaShezi is happy with how things turn out.

MaMzobe is walking in victory as she thinks she and Difa are back together after spending the night together. Zodwa, on the other hand, could use a break.

MaMzobe's determination to help Zodwa by taking extreme measures pushes Difa to make a decision. MaNzimande warns Siphamandla about trusting Mlungisi.

The truth about Difa and Zodwa's affair is about to come out when MaMzobe agrees to meet with Difa's new woman.

Difa takes out his frustrations on poor JJ, and one of his kids learns that he's the father of Zodwa's baby. Mlungisi is fast losing grip on the church. Maphalala is his last hope.

MaMzobe's desperation to save her marriage leads her finding out how Difa and Zodwa betrayed her. Siphamandla is surprised when Mlungisi scolds him for having more members in his branch.

When love seems to have restored peace in the Gumede home, rage busts through the door and wreaks havoc.

The Mzobes are dealing with a lot as MaMzobe goes mute from pain and worry. The Mthembus have to deal with one thing after another with Mlungisi and his oppression.

At a family meeting, Zodwa attempts to turn the tables on MaMzobe after news about her pregnancy has been revealed, only to be given a fatal ultimatum.

Zodwa spills out MaMzobe's darkest secret. Mlungisi is feeling the pressure of firing the council. Maphalala catches Sibusiso and Mazungu on their secret.

Difa wants to expose MaMzobe to the family only to have his dirty linen aired out.

Difa wants to finally marry the love of his life after all the other family secrets have been exposed.

Mabusi ignores Zodwa when she visits her and decides to speak to MaMzobe instead. Mazungu is surprised when she and Maphalala come across Zodwa and Difa holding hands.

Gabisile wants to kill Zodwa. Mlungisi feels sorry for Mabusi, and MaZungu spills the tea on the drama at the Gumede residence.

Gabisile comes up with a deadly solution for Zodwa's baby. Difa sends his family to the Mzobe family to pay for damages.

The Mzobes refuse for Difa to disrespect their family, as he tries his best to marry Zodwa. The Mthembus can't get through to Mabusi as she struggles to overcome their scandal.

The Mzobes think they have beaten MaMzobe to submission. Nomkhosi causes friction between Mabusi and MaNzimande. Maphalala is dragged into gossip by his wife.

A trail of blood gives Zodwa and Difa the shock of their lives. MaMzobe receives a cold welcome at Mlungisi's house. MaShezi can't believe MaMzobe is giving up so easily.

Zodwa comes close to losing her pregnancy but is saved at the last moment, and MaMzobe is far from happy hearing the news. Mlungisi sends Siphamandla to Vosloorus.

Mlungisi has a disturbing dream from Mthembu, asking him a hard question. MaNzimande confronts Mlungisi for sending Siphamandla to Joburg and almost slaps him.

Maphalala has a warning for Difa. Siphamandla takes MaNzimande to task for attacking Mlungisi. Zodwa blames MaMzobe for her pregnancy distress.

Mlungisi finally realises that playing with fire is dangerous. Difa returns to his roots and looks forward to a better future with Zodwa. MaMzobe gets a taste of her own medicine.

Mlungisi feels the wrath of Mthembu on his body and is forced to change his ways.

MaMzobe convinces Difa to help Mlungisi. Sibusiso attempts to convince his parents that he's ready to change, but his father does not believe him. MaMzobe agrees to Isithembu.

While Zodwa believes Difa should indulge her feelings of despising MaMzobe, Difa focuses on rebuilding his faith and setting his spiritual path straight to guide Mlungisi in the way of the Lord.

Mabusi struggles to come to terms with Zodwa's life decisions. Sibusiso does damage control with his mother but is hurt when Mlungisi refuses to see him.

Difa takes his duty as Mlungisi's guide seriously. Mabusi is ready to forgive Zodwa. Sibusiso tries to guilt-trip Nokubonga into fixing his relationship with Mlungisi.

Difa, Mlungisi and Maphalala find each other and make peace with Mthembu. MaMzobe finds a surprise waiting for her at the Mthembu house. Maphalala gives his blessings, while Sibusiso is back to his old ways.

MaMzobe plays the good first wife in Difa's eyes but spews vitriol towards Zodwa driving her out. Mlungisi is restoring order in the church with Difa's help and reinstates the council.

The battle lines between MaMzobe and Mabusi are drawn when the former cuts the mother/daughter tie.

MaMzobe gets Manna from heaven. MaNzimande gets a revelation. Sibusiso 'bribes' MaZungu, while Nobuntu wants to bring back the good old days.

Difa is not happy when MaMzobe calls Mlungisi out of the council meeting while he allocates money for church projects. Sibusiso's efforts to buy his mother's love pay off.

MaMzobe is worried that Mlungisi is not ready to preach and that he will fail. Khulekani vents to Nomkhosi about being sidelined after he learns about his father's murder. Sibusiso has bought a car.

While MaNzimande bears the shame of appearing on newspaper front covers and accuses the congregation of killing her husband, Mlungisi shows her his full support, and she feels heard, which might just repair their relationship.

MaNzimande and MaMzobe sit down and agree to be civil with each other. A random lady praises Mabusi's womb, and later, she and Siphamandla learn that they are pregnant.

Mlungisi and Nokubonga learn they are pregnant, but Mthembu's picture falls and shutters before they can share the news.

The curse finds its way to Mkhululi, and nothing but darkness prevails.

Mlungisi's death shakes the family. Khulekani and Siphamandla must decide who will stop Umkhokha and lash Mlungisi's body.

The Mthembu's do right by Mlungisi even in his death.

MaMzobe learns that Mkhululi left her a beautiful gift that cements her stronghold on the church. MaMzobe and MaNzimande go head-to-head over Mlungisi's burial.

While MaMzobe tries to get Mlungisi to be buried at the Gumedes, Difa and Maphalala are sad they could not read Mthembu's warning against Mlungisi. Nokubonga officially mourns for her husband.

When challenged by the Mthembus, MaMzobe will defy all odds to bury her son on her terms.

MaMzobe arrives at Mlungisi's funeral, and everyone is on edge. Maphalala fears for anyone who ever mocked the church. Nobuntu asks Sibusiso to attend Mlungisi's funeral.

Difa finds out that MaMzobe lied about Mlungisi's Dream. MaZungu fears for Nokubonga's life. Khulekani refuses to go for a family cleansing.

The Gumede's are in turmoil after Difa's fallout with MaMzobe. MaNzimande brings the matter of succession to Siphamandla, who also learns that the Mthembus rejected Mlungisi

Siphamandla accepts the throne. Nompendulo deals everyone a card they did not expect. MaMzobe gets a lifeline.

Sibusiso takes the first step to repentance. The Will has everyone on edge. Nobuntu finds out who stole her money.

Power lands in the wrong hands. The Will rubs the Mthembus up the wrong way. The Gumedes get a surprise visit.

The Congregants are shocked by who the regent is. Ntuthuko falls ill, and the Doctors can't find what is wrong with him. Difa blows up at Ndoda when he asks him about the family skeletons.

The regent assumes their rightful position. Siphamandla suspects that the Will was forged.

Difa's manhood is questioned. Ndoda assumes his role as the older brother. MaMzobe flexes her muscles.

Nomkhosi defies Khulekani. MaMzobe deals with the thorn in her flesh. Ntuthuko is healed.

MaMzobe brings war to the Mthembu doorstep. There are casualties in MaMzobe and MaNzimande's war.

MaMzobe comes back to the Mthembu residence for round two. Ndoda sees his mother's dark side, and he's unsettled.

The Council hatches a plan to deal with MaMzobe once and for all. Ntuthuko innocently gets Khulekani into hot water. Ndoda breaks the good news to his family.

MaMzobe has a mole in the Council. Ntuthuko learns that his grandfather was not the bad man his father made him out to be. Nomkhosi's curiosity about Etempelini Lenkosi grows.

The Council takes a brutal decision in dealing with MaMzobe. Nobuntu starts having ambitions for herself. Ndoda reaches out to Nokubonga.

MaMzobe learns that her life is on the line and responds very publicly. Khulekani calls for an intervention in his marriage. Difa sees improvement in Nobuntu.

The Councilmen are arrested. Nomkhosi fails to get through to Khulekani about becoming uMjudiya. MaZungu and church women pledge their support to the new Mkhululi.

Nokubonga is shocked to see MaMzobe's spy paying homage to his master. Nomkhosi is unshaken in her faith. Sibusiso has sunk deeper into depression.

Difa and the Council decided to boycott the installation. Khulekani fails to rule his wife.

A furious Nobuntu tells MaMzobe what she thinks of her. Nomkhosi surrenders to Mthembu.

Ndlovu denies MaMzobe three times. Khulekani sees red when he finds Nomkhosi wearing uMjudiya. MaZungu lies to Maphalala about being a Councilwoman.

Khulekani and Nomkhosi's marriage is tested. MaMzobe confronts Judas. Nomkhosi has chosen Ithempele LeNkosi, and it drives Khulekani to hurl insults at Mthembu.

MaMzobe finds herself alone. Khulekani's plans to dismiss his wife of her demons fail. Sibusiso decides to leave her parents home.

Siphamandla deals with MaMzobe. Ndoda's big day is announced. Nomkhosi is struggling with trauma.

Nobuntu and Nokubonga have the gender reveal party. MaMzobe nearly faints when she learns the gender of Nokubonga's baby.

Siphamandla plays the ace up his sleeve, but MaMzobe pulls out a rabbit on him. The cracks widen in Khulekani's marriage. MaShezi reaches out to Zodwa.

After MaMzobe's humiliation, she resorts to desperate measures for revenge. Nomkhosi and Khulekani work things out, while Ndoda and Difa bond over a stick fight.

There's a light at the end of the tunnel for Ndoda. As for Nomkhosi, you win some, you lose some.

MaMzobe's witchcraft succeeds, and the baby dies. Siphamandla confronts Khulekani about what he did to Nomkhosi.

Ndoda suffers a major setback. MaMzobe cut ties with Gabisile. Nomkhosi gives her life fully to Ithempeli Lenkosi.

The Gumedes are blindsided by MaMzobe's latest move when they reach the Pietermaritzburg church grounds. Ndoda gets terrible news from the academy.

The councilmen and Siphamandla are furious when they learn that MaMzobe knows the MEC personally. Nokubonga tells MaMzobe she has a better plan than sleeping with a Mthembu.

While MaMzobe enjoys her reign at the Mthembu's, Difa is doing his best to be there for his children and is willing to support the plan to come against MaMzobe.

Mabusi meets with Nobuntu and Nokubonga to catch up about the pregnancy, but Nokubonga feels the pressure.

Nokubonga overhears a damning piece of information. Nomkhosi tells Khulekani of her assignment. Siphamandla has a breakthrough.

The coronation day finally comes. Mthembus looks forward to Mthembu dealing with MaMzobe, and the rift between MaMzobe and Gabi widens.

The Mthembus are heartbroken after MaMzobe has officially taken the church leadership. Spha questions Mthembu.

Sphamandla gets communication from Mthembu. New winds blow in MaMzobe's direction. Khulekani's is turned down by Nomkhosi.

Difa starts making arrangements to pay for Zodwa's lobola. Khulekani avoids intimacy with Nomkhosi, who confides in Mabusi about it.

MaMzobe imprisons Nokubonga, but MaShezi sets her free. Nomkhosi is determined to save her marriage. Nokubonga returns home.

Nomkhosi fails to convince Khulekani to attend the church's important service. Nokubonga lashes out at MaZungu for causing her pain.

Mthembu's fire has done damage. MaMzobe licks her wounds and tries her luck at the worship grounds.

Nokubonga is ready to come clean to Maphalala and reveal the secret that's burning her. Nightmares torment Gabi.

MaMzobe resorts to desperate measures. Nobuntu gloats to MaMzobe about Zodwa's lobola. Nobuntu gets cursed by one of her parents.

Nokubonga confesses to Maphalala. The Mthembus are preparing to fight for their church. Ndoda gives MaMzobe an ultimatum.

MaMzobe is about to confess all her sins when a tragedy saves her. Nothing can stop Zodwa's lobola negotiations now, or is there?

Difa tries to calm down his family before he has to do the worst he has ever had to do.

The Mthembus put their differences aside and offer the Gumedes their condolences. The Gumede siblings fear that there's a pattern; they worry they might be next.

MaMzobe struggles with the guilt of not having lashed Xolile's body, while Difa makes plans to exhume Mlungisi's body and lash it.

MaMzobe reveals the truth about what she didn't do.

Difa confronts MaMzobe about not lashing Xolile, which has led to the Gumede and Mzobe kids being attached by Umkhokha. He must dig up Xolile and lash her to stop the curse.

Some council members are happy that Nokubonga lost her baby because it means MaMzobe has no claim to the throne, and Mabusi tries to comfort an unresponsive Nokubonga.

Xolile's body is dug up; will Difa man up and lash her remains? Nokubonga braves up and finally sticks it to MaMzobe.

Tension explodes between Difa and MaMzobe, leading to a shocking collapse that leaves the family reeling.

The Gumedes are horrified when they find Difa lying on the floor, unresponsive. Siphamandla wants to backtrack serving MaMzobe. Pastor Mdluli reveals his plans for Khulekani to Nomkhosi.

The Gumedes learn that Difa has taken a turn for the worse. Nompendulo wants redemption. Nomkhosi accuses his father of endangering Khulekani's life.

MaMzobe might have a huge problem on her hands as it turns out that an old enemy with a grudge is out on the loose spilling.

The Mthembus learn the real truth about the Will. MaMzobe's evil intentions do not pay off.

MaMzobe has no choice but to do the things she vowed she would never do. Khulekani is convinced they're in a good space with his wife, only to find out she won't attend his ordination.

The walls are closing in on MaMzobe.

MaMzobe's day of reckoning comes. Khulekani elevates even more, and Maphalala drags MaZungu to church to face the music.

The Council threatens MaMzobe, but Ndlovu buys her time.

Khulekani asks MaNzimande to bless him, but she refuses and blesses Siphamandla instead. MaMzobe plays her last card.

While the Mthembus prepare for the pilgrimage, MaMzobe seeks to mend her relationships with her family but might be failing.

Siphamandla leads Amajudiya as they go to the mountain for their annual pilgrimage. MaMzobe feels left out when Difa, Gabisile and Nobuntu leave for the pilgrimage without her.

When Amajudiya reaches the mountaintop, Siphamandla is met by a surprise.

The council get the shock of their lives. Spha's staying in the mountain could herald a dark cloud. Khulekani's attitude shocks Nomkhosi. MaZungu and Nokubonga find closure.

The Mthembus are nervous about whether or not Siphamandla will return from the mountain. The Gumedes live separate lives under one roof.

The Maphalalas are dealing with an uninvited and unwelcomed guest. Mabusi learns about the Mthembu curse.

Fear and hope run side by side when Siphamandla doesn't come down from the mountain.

Khulekani does the unthinkable. Mabusi's life is turned upside down. Mthembu takes Siphamandla away from this world.

The police discovery raises more questions than answers. Khulekani gives the family false hope. New winds are starting to blow Nobuntu's way.

Sxembe and Mam'Prophet are confronted with a shocking revelation. Khulekani makes a serious accusation at the council, blaming them for killing his brother.

Mabusi refuses to hear anything about mourning her husband or sitting on the mattress. Khulekani is determined to have the council arrested for the murder of his brother.

Turmoil in the Mthembu house. As Mabusi loses her mind, Zodwa becomes her source of strength. Succession talks start to take place.

Prayers galore to Mthembu for various reasons. Nobuntu takes the bull by its horns. Will her gamble pay off?

Mabusi learns she's having a baby boy and a leader finally takes his rightful place on the throne.

Amidst Zodwa's dream, an unforeseen rush of urgency fills the air.

Tragedy strikes the Gumede house yet again, and Difa suffers another loss.

Difa makes a decision that will change the course of Nobuntu's life. Zodwa struggles to accept her reality.

Nobuntu is stunned to learn her fate. Nomkhosi feels left out in Khulekani's newfound success.

While the Mthembus family tries to navigate their involvement with the taxi violence saga, the Gumedes put their ducks in a row to guide Nobuntu's life.

Nobuntu lets go of the past in favour of the future. Has Khulekani bitten more than he can chew?

After seeking counsel from a trusted prophetess, Nobuntu agrees to make a life-changing decision.

The Gumedes are pleasantly surprised when Nobuntu makes an announcement that will change her life. MaMzobe offers to help Nobuntu by paying off the virginity tester to pass her.

Virginity testing rattled Nobuntu. Khulekani decides that praying for the sick at the Hospital is part of his calling.

Nobuntu's past catches up with her in a big way. Khulekani realises his powers, and Ndlovu makes a bold move.

Nobuntu and MaMzobe mend broken fences. Khulekani discovers a path that aligns him.

Zodwa's patience has run out, and she demands to know when Difa will make an honest woman out of her. Nobuntu cuts all ties with her past and focuses on her love-filled future.

Ndlovu's men come to pay lobolo. Nomkhosi gives Khulekani a shocking surprise. Gabisile is now a negotiator.

MaMzobe reclaims her marital bed and all that comes with it. New winds start to blow Khulekani's way.

Nobuntu is shocked and upset when she receives an unexpected and unwelcome visitor. Zisebenzele gets worked up by Khululekani and Khombisile's podcast.

Nobuntu is not pleased when she finds out what Difa asked of Menga. Khulekani's YouTube video gets Khombisile into hot water, and Menga asks Nobuntu a question that she fails to answer.

Menga dissolves Nobuntu's resistance. Khulekani prays for Khombi's marriage. MaMzobe sees something that startles her.

Nobuntu makes a decision that is best for her future. MaMzobe stops a runaway train of disaster. Nomkhosi's jealousy gets out of hand.

Nobuntu's big day is finally here. Will it go according to plan? Menga nurses a heartbreak. Spha gives Khulekani his flowers.

Ithempeli Lenkosi celebrates the coming together of two prominent families, while Menga marks his territory.

Nobuntu is left in a compromising position. Gabi discovers a hidden secret that will ruin someone's life in the Gumede house.

Nobuntu drops a bombshell on MaMzobe. Siphamandla is confused by Mabusi's shifty behaviour. Zisebenzele comes up with all sorts of tricks to find a way to get close to Ntombi.

MaMzobe tries to sway Nobuntu in the right direction. Mabusi is excited to surprise Sphamandla for his birthday, and Khululiwe demands payment to help Zisebenzele score Ntombi.

The elders have plans for Nobuntu and Ndlovu's wedding. Nobuntu's plans threaten Difa's efforts to save her from umkhokha.

Nobuntu's despicable act comes to the surface. Spha and Mabusi have a romantic time away.

Difa can't make peace with Nobuntu's betrayal. Ndlovu takes out his anger on the wrong person. Zisebenzele goes full force after Ntombi.

Mabusi awakes from a horrible nightmare. Khululiwe learns that Zisebenzele used Ntombi's money to buy her a gift.

Mabusi is saved just in the nick of time. Difa washes his hands off one of his daughters.

Nobuntu gives Difa an ultimatum. Mabusi learns that she is not immune to the family curse. Zisebenzele pulls all the stops to win over Ntombi.

Mabusi fears for her life as the voices get worse. Difa's apology is not well received. The Mthembus alert the Gumedes about umkhokha.

Whether or not another daughter in the Gumede family will escape umkhokha unscathed remains to be seen.

Mabusi makes a plea that will affect Siphamandla's future. Khululiwe catches Ntombi in Zisebenzele's room. MaMzobe and Zodwa are forced to go back to the village.

Mabusi is overwhelmed by the voices in her head. The Mzobes learn the truth about their father. The maids enjoy some alone time.

Umkhokha pays the Mthembus an unexpected visit, and Mabusi does the unthinkable. Gumede's hopes hinge on lashing Mzobe's remains, but they get the shock of their lives.