1802: Love Defies Time, Episode 17

Longamo tells Nomasomi he already has an heir. Athi packs up to walk out on Zuko. A young boy has the greatest adventure of his life.

The magic dome protects Melisizwe and his people. Nomasomi's plea for forgiveness falls on deaf ears. Zuko reveals his mission to Athi.

Longamo wastes no time calling for the heads of Melisizwe, Khosi, and the baby. Melisizwe and Khosi perform a ritual for the baby while Athi reluctantly agrees to go on a date with Detective Mafani.

Melisizwe gets protection against Longamo. Mdizeni makes a bold request, and Athi's search takes an unexpected turn.

Melisizwe is at a loss when he learns the news of his brother's resurrection, and the kings withdraw their support out of fear of Longamo's power. Longamo is out for revenge.

A supernatural event prevents the burial of Longamo. Zuko learns he has a dark purpose. Nomakhala is happy to be able to come home.

Melisizwe and Khosi celebrate the death of a long-time enemy as they plan for their future. Mdizeni swears to avenge Longamo. Ayanda gets the police involved to help Athi.

Zuko finds himself in a strange world and learns shocking news about his family history. Longamo is caught off-guard when the Kwa Majola Village is attacked unexpectedly.

Zuko takes his obsession with the other world to a new level. Mthwakazi and Mdizeni find themselves betraying a person they both care about deeply.

Longamo's allies feel the brunt of his brutality, and it has devastating consequences. Zuko is willing to try anything to get answers.

Melisizwe makes a call to kill Longamo. Zuko prepares to jump, and Mdizeni and Mthwakazi get closer.

Melisizwe decides he is going to put an end to Longamo's reign of terror, and Khosi wants to help him. Mthwakazi is determined to show just how pathetic Longamo is.

Athi and Ayanda decide to follow Zuko to Imbo Village. After Nomakhala is banished, Mthwakazi tells her not to go, and Longamo is surprised when Mdizeni defies him.

Mthwakazi, Nomakhala and Mdizeni face Longamo's wrath after their secret comes out. The woman used as a decoy to feed Khosi's baby fails to show up, which leaves Nomasomi suspicious.

MaMpinga brings the baby to its mother for feeding, but Khosi sees this as her chance to run away. Longamo seeks help from MaMlambo. Zuko finds a strange DNA strand in his blood.

MaMpinga tells Khosi she cannot have what her heart is longing for. Zuko's obsession drives Athi away. Nomakhala is prepared to defy Longamo to be with Mdizeni.

Khosi's baby is in the hyena's den. Athi is disturbed by Zuko's increasingly bizarre behaviour. Mdizeni is tormented by his conscience.

While Khosi and Melisizwe are losing their minds, wondering where their child is, Nomasomi parades the child in the village. Athi gets stood up by Zuko, who's at the graveyard doing something dodgy.

After Longamo issues a decree to kill all the male babies, a weeping mother gives away Melisizwe's location. Khosi is compromised when she's spotted by Longamo's guards.

Longamo announces that all newborn babies must be killed. Mthwakazi promises to help Nomakhala and Mdizeni maintain their relationship.

Khosi and Melisizwe decide to change locations for the baby's safety. Mthwakazi is forced to lie about consummating her marriage with Mdizeni.

Longamo turns allies into enemies as he tries to maintain his grip on the throne. Zuko gets lost in his obsession with the amulet. Khawuta warns that the Oracle is going to be killed.

Khosi is pulled from the jaws of death. Nomasomi saves the Oracle and enrages Longamo. Athi's attempts to get rid of the amulet are thwarted.

Longamo becomes paranoid after three messengers from another tribe come to him and ask to see the newborn king. Later, he asks his wife to spy for him.

Longamo forces Mdizeni to choose one princess over another. Longamo threatens to execute Melisizwe if he finds out they're hiding something from him.

MaMpinga saves Khosi's life. Mdizeni finds himself between a rock and a hard place when Longamo dictates who he should marry. Athi is still dazed by her experience in the caves.

Longamo is unable to enjoy his wedding night, haunted by MaMlambo's revelation that the tides are about to turn against him.

After Khosi gives birth, the baby glows, and Khosi and the baby are transported to the past. They arrive to find Melisizwe gravely ill.

The Oracle predicts a sign that will tell of Khosi's return to the past with the baby. A bright star is seen by all after Longamo's wedding. Khosi goes into labour.

Melisizwe realises he's in a fight he cannot win. A vision from the past leaves Khosi devastated. Zuko arrives to take Khosi.

Melisizwe believes he's going to die, and Khosi finds out that she can't return to the 1800s. Mdizeni asks Longamo for permission to take a wife.

As Khosi and her aunts return to their humble home, Khosi grapples with uncertainty, unsure of her next move without the broken amulet.

Khosi hides out at her mother's house. Nkosazana steals the amulet from Zuko's house. A manic Longamo makes everyone in the village bow down to him.

With the help of MaMlambo, Longamo defeats a creature invoked by the tribal elders to kill him. Nodumo fights King Debeza to save her sister.

Vuyiseka tells Khosi that she is willing to help Khosi get medication for the people in KwaMajola Village. The tribal elders are determined to make Longamo pay for his sins.

Longamo puts out fires with Nomasomi by asking her a question that will change her whole life. War from the tribal elders is brewing. Mthwakazi finds out her fate has been decided.

King Debeza's desire for sons leads to an unexpected proposal. Khosi's desperation is driving her to genuine insanity. Nodumo shows her true colours.

Longamo makes an unprecedented decision about the royal house while the royal women struggle to make sense of Longamo's arrogance. Khosi finds hope in a hopeless situation.

Khosi fears she will never get out of the mental institution. Nodumo is determined to save her sister from King Debeza, and Longamo is cruel to Nomasomi.

Longamo sleeps with MaMlambo to be empowered. Mthwakazi goes back to her abusive husband, and Khosi is admitted into a mental institution.

Melisizwe has to turn to Mdizeni to confirm the abuse Mthwakazi is suffering at the hands of King Debeza. He vows to make him pay for what he has done to his sister.

Longamo unleashes his wrath on his traitors, but the gods have their own plans for the day. Khosi's strange behaviour leaves Zuko convinced she's going crazy. Mdizeni finds Mthwakazi a safe shelter.

Longamo plans a celebration and revenge. Khosi tries to escape, and Mdizeni protects Mthwakazi from her husband.

Worried that Khosi might try to get away again, Zuko suggests they lock her up. Melisizwe discovers that Longamo's missing.

Mdizeni's shattering of an artefact rouses Longamo from an eternal slumber. However, as Khosi clings to the amulet, Zuko grabs it and smashes it, destroying her hope of returning to the past.

Khosi discovers that her aunt called the police to stop her from fulfilling her mission. Mdizeni and Nomasomi are visited by Longamo in a dream.

Mdizeni pulls a mat from under Dinga and his men and outsmarts them when they try to execute their plan to kill Longamo. Nompumelelo stumbles on Khosi's stash.

Longamo is lost among the spirits. Khosi has what she needs to return to the village, and the plot to murder the king is in motion. Melisizwe takes his new role as regent seriously.

Mdizeni and Nomasomi's fear becomes a reality when the villagers want Melisizwe to be king. Zuko asks Athi to come home with him after the hospital, and Khosi steals medication from the storage room.

Melisizwe is still on a quest to save Mamthembu's life, but will Mamlambo's potion work? Zuko and Khosi suffer a devastating loss.

Melisizwe refuses to sit and watch his mother die. He embarks on a dangerous journey to save MaMthembu's life. The doctor delivers the bad news to Khosi and Zuko.

The fate of the Queen hangs in the balance as Melisizwe makes a desperate decision to confront the powerful and dangerous Mamlambo. Khosi feels for Athi.

Longamo falls into a deep sleep while Mdizeni overhears a crucial piece of information concerning the marriage of Mthwakazi and King Debeza.

After learning that Khosi has gone missing, Longamo goes into the cave and he's not ready for what he discovers. Zuko believes Khosi's baby is his.

Time is running out for Khosi and MamThembu. The Tribal Council asks Longamo to step down, but he says he will solve the problems by marrying Khosi.

Tempers are high as the villagers have had enough of Longamo and plan to dethrone him. Khosi ruins Athi and Zuko's wedding.

Khosi and Melisizwe pray for her to return to the modern world to retrieve the vaccines. Khosi's return interrupts a crucial celebration.

Melisizwe is shocked to learn that Longamo is planning to do a ritual to stop the disease. Zuko is caught in a lie.

The plague is claiming lives by the minute. Khosi has a solution to end the plague, but she needs to do something extreme to make it happen. Mthwakazi makes a shocking revelation.

Melisizwe struggles with finding a solution to the smallpox problem, while Longamo pretends the problem doesn't exist. Zuko is torn between his future and his past.

Death and destruction loom over the village, while Athi suspects Zuko is still searching for Khosi.

The village faces a new challenge as a contagious disease breaks out and spreads quickly. Zuko hires an investigator to find Khosi. Nomabali's health condition deteriorates.

Longamo wants Nomabali to spy for him. Athi catches Zuko checking Khosi's social media. King Tshawe disowns his daughter.

Melisizwe is tortured but refuses to give up Khosi and the baby's location. Zuko learns of Athi's complicated family dynamic. MamThembu and the elders convince Longamo to stop torturing Melisizwe.

Longamo is determined to find Khosi and bring her back to the village, but Melisizwe won't have it. Zuko is not pleased with Lerumo going behind his back.

MamCwerha pushes Longamo over the edge, and it seals her fate. Zuko is surprised by the response he gets from his ex's family.

Khosi escapes to safety, but Melisizwe is captured by MamCwerha, who tries to kill him. Zuko goes big to charm Athi. Longamo fights with his mother over her interference.

Khosi's marriage to Longamo is called off. Khosi and Melisizwe are back together again after her pregnancy becomes public knowledge.

MaMthembu is happy to learn the news of Khosi's pregnancy, but they worry about Longamo and MamCwerha finding out. Melisizwe's attempt to rescue Khosi and their unborn baby proves futile.

After being deflowered by Longamo, Nomabali lies about it. Melisizwe is compromised. Khosi gives Melisizwe the ultimate gift.

Melisizwe finds himself in a compromising position. Longamo does one last act of love as he bids Nomasomi farewell. Two expectant parents have different attitudes towards their unborn baby.

Khosi receives life-altering news. Zuko supports Athi, but she's not as impressed as he had hoped. Nomasomi asks to see Longamo.

Longamo is desperate to find a solution to the water crisis. Zuko reacts to the news that Athi is carrying his child. Nomasomi is offered a way out of her heartbreak.

MaMpinga is attacked for allowing a non-virgin to take part in the reed dance. The villagers fear for their lives as the lack of water continues to plague them.

MaMpinga has to tell MamCwerha that Khosi isn't a virgin when MamCwerha pushes for Khosi to do a virginity test. Khosi decides to return Longamo's cows.

MaMpinga has to tell MamCwerha that Khosi isn't a virgin when MamCwerha pushes for Khosi to do a virginity test. Khosi decides to return Longamo's cows.

Another nasty rash has plagued the kingdom and has everyone worried. Longamo resists his mother's idea to marry Khosi.

Khosi confronts Melisizwe about Nomabali. Nomabali isn't ready to give up on Melisizwe and teams up with an unlikely ally. Athi makes a big discovery.

After saying yes to Melisizwe's proposal, Khosi gathers the courage to confide in the Royal Inyanga about her infertility issues.

Melisizwe comes clean to his mother about marrying Khosi, and MamThembu is overjoyed. Meanwhile, Nomabali wants Longamo to get rid of Khosi.

Melisizwe and MamThembu are suspicious of Longamo's sudden change of heart concerning Khosi. Khosi's family apologises to Zuko for being left at the altar.

Khosi's return to the past is received with mixed emotions. Melisizwe and MamThembu beg for Khosi to stay, but their efforts are futile. Longamo wants Khosi dead.

MaMpinga is unimpressed with Nomasomi for sleeping with Longamo and calls her to task about it. Meanwhile, the plague is still taking lives.

The two lovers are finally reunited. Longamo continues to rule with an iron rod when he threatens to punish MaMpinga for helping a sick child during the national fast.

On their quest to get Khosi back, Melisizwe and Xesibe are met with an obstacle that demands the life of Melisizwe as payback for his past sins.

Longamo executes the twins. Xesibe joins Melisizwe's mission. Torn between two worlds, Khosi neglects her responsibilities and reaches out to the past.

Longamo is worried that Melisizwe has gone to find Khosi and orders his men to find him. The wedding day is around the corner and Khosi leaves for the village to prepare.

After being given a message in a dream, Melisizwe embarks on a mission with the help of the twins. Khosi tries hard to build a new life and move on with Zuko.

Longamo has proven that he'll rule with an iron fist when he's crowned and makes sure everyone knows he will not accept any move against him. Khosi tries to discourage Zuko from marrying her.

Khosi is not interested in Zuko's plans for the wedding and almost connects with Melisizwe. After discovering that Longamo is the one who deflowered Nomasomi, MaMpinga insists that they get married.

It's a sad day in the kingdom as MamThembu wants to mourn her departed husband in peace. The twins have a vision of the impending doom in the KwaMajola kingdom.

Zuko and Khosi have a dilemma, Khosi's best friend is carrying her fiancé's baby. Longamo's first act as the new king is to declare a fast to honour his father's memory.

Melisizwe wakes up from a deep slumber and is shocked to find out what happened in his absence. Khosi and Zuko are shocked by Athi's pregnancy test results.

Khosi, who's finding it harder and harder to live without Melisizwe, finds a strange way to communicate with him. Longamo crosses a line by defying the laws of nature and the ancestors' wishes.

King Jonginamba tells confidential information to the wrong person who uses it to their advantage. MaMpinga shows Nomasomi that her plan was not as perfectly executed as Nomasomi thought.

MamCwerha's dreams for Longamo to be crowned the next king are close to becoming a reality. Khosi commits to her relationship with Zuko, but she's still preoccupied with Melisizwe.

MamCwerha pledges to support Melisizwe as the possible future King. Khosi finds it hard to settle back into her world because she can't get Melisizwe out of her mind and dreams.

King Jonginamba visits his ancestors, where he discovers what's been clouding his judgment. Nomasomi isn't too pleased that there'll be a virginity-testing session before the reed dance.

Khosi and Zuko spend their first night together since she found her way back, but they're haunted by a third party. Melisizwe and Longamo's brotherhood suffers more strain.

Melisizwe, feeling betrayed by Longamo, has to pick himself up and forge a plan to escape. Athi's world crumbles when she finds out the truth about Zuko and Khosi.

Melisizwe helps Longamo rescue MaMcwerha but learns that a leopard never changes its spots when Longamo and his mother do something despicable.

Melisizwe and Longamo form an unlikely alliance and bond while on a mission to rescue the Queen Mother. Khosi decides to go back to work despite her mother's concerns.

Now that she's back in her world, Khosi wants to give her relationship with Zuko another go. Melisizwe is his brother's keeper when he goes on a quest with Longamo.

Melisizwe is warned of the destruction that would follow if Longamo were to ascend to the throne. Meanwhile, Khosi's relationship with Zuko becomes more complicated.

Khosi receives the shock of her life when she walks in on Zuko and Athi in a compromising position. Longamo struggles to put a team together to search for MamCwerha.

Victorious Melisizwe presents the head of the dead Cannibal to King Tshawe. Khosi learns about her roots, while Longamo receives tragic news.

Khosi has finally gathered the courage to reach out to Zuko. The fight against the Cannibals intensifies, and Melisizwe gets some help from his mother.

Although back in her world, Khosi doesn't seem ready to face anything or anyone, not even her beloved Zuko. Melisizwe's attempt to negotiate with King Tshawe seems futile.

Weeks of persistent faith and efforts have finally paid off for Nkosazana. Melisizwe isn't coping too well with Khosi's absence. He decides to keep busy by trying to avert a war.

Instead of being put to death, Khosi is rewarded with what she's been yearning for the most. Zuko and Athi seem to have taken things to another level.

The trial has come to a conclusion, and Khosi is to be sentenced to death. On the other side, Zuko seems to have moved on with Athi.

Entering the forbidden forest has gotten Khosi into trouble as she stands trial for breaking yet another law. Mthwakazi's plan to kill Longamo is set in motion.

While running away from getting married to Longamo, Khosi enters the forbidden forest. Will Melisizwe come to her rescue?

Melisizwe's return to the kingdom brings Khosi back from her feigned death. Meanwhile, a vengeful Mthwakazi wants to make Longamo pay for the death of her lover.

A heartbroken Melisizwe decides to leave the kingdom because he can't bear seeing the love of his life married to his brother. Something tragic happens in Melisizwe's absence.

When the council of elders rules in favour of his brother, Melisizwe gives up the fight and walks away. Meanwhile, in the future, MaXhanti gives Nkosazana some glimmer of hope.

Kumkani Jonginamba is conflicted when his dream reveals who should be the next king. Nkosazana discovers Lukhanyo's whereabouts and receives shocking news from MaXhanti.

Longamo receives an unexpected reaction after murdering Zanemwula. Nkosazana goes to Khosi's father's family to get answers. Khosi and Melisizwe share a passionate kiss.

Seeing Mthwakazi suffer because of love, Khosi decides to step in and help her escape. Nkosazana gets the sign she's been waiting for.

After her abduction, Khosi puts up a fight. Nkosazana is tired of sitting and doing nothing and returns to Imbo village to find Khosi.

After finding out that she can't escape her destiny, Khosi finally relents. Zuko tries to convince Nkosazana that she's wrong about him.

MamCwerha has learnt of Khosi's importance to the throne and entices Longamo to marry her before Melisizwe does. Athi and Zuko hold a press conference to clear their names.

Feeling betrayed by Zuko and Athi, a grieving Nkosazana tells everyone who can hear that Zuko and Athi are sleeping together.

Conflict arises as Khosi refuses to embrace her destiny. Nkosazana confronts Athi and Zuko. Mthwakazi's relationship with Zanemvula is exposed.

Things take a different turn when Nkosazana starts thinking that Khosi didn't just disappear, but that Zuko murdered her. Meanwhile, Khosi has her first dream about Melisizwe.

After Nomabali speaks to Queen Mthembu about her findings, she decides to escalate the issue to Queen MamCwerha. Athi starts making herself comfortable around Zuko's house.

A spellbinding time-travel telenovela. A young doctor is about to start her career when destiny intervenes and transports her back in time. Here, she discovers that her true purpose is far greater than she ever imagined.

Out in the bush, Melisizwe and Khosi discover Xesibe has been hiding a secret child with great powers. Princess Mthwakazi falls in love with a commoner.

The rivalry between the two princes continues when Melisizwe and Longamo get into a tussle that leads to King Tshawe getting injured.

MamCwerha finally sets her plan to murder Kumkani Jonginamba in motion. Unfortunately, her plot against the king is unmasked.

Khosi tells Melisizwe about the attempt on his life. Melisizwe reveals he knows his brother has bad intentions, and Khosi promises to help him overcome him.

In an attempt to get rid of Melisizwe once and for all, Longamo slips into Melisizwe's hut in the middle of the night to kill him. Khosi shows up to protect her patient.

A grief-stricken MaMthembu blames Khosi for the death of her son and punishes her. Longamo and his mother are disappointed to discover that Melisizwe is alive.

MamCwerha seeks the help of a witchdoctor to put a spell on Melisizwe's spear. When news of his death reaches the kingdom, Khosi thinks her only chance of getting back home is gone.

Melisizwe pleads with Kumkani Jonginamba to release Khosi from the pit. Khosi admits to Melisizwe that she has his missing magical amulet.

After helping Melisizwe get better, Khosi is told she's no longer useful to the Royal homestead. MamThembu has her thrown into the pit for creating too many enemies with her Western medicine.

While nursing her patient back to health, Khosi and Prince Melisizwe grow closer. To prove which of the brothers should rule after King Jonginamba, Melisizwe and his brother Longamo have to kill the dreaded Mamlambo.

After Khosi arrives in the past, she saves a dying man only to discover he is a prince of the Majola kingdom. When the community start accusing her of being a witch, her gift of healing saves her.

Khosi and Zuko, a newly engaged couple, run away together to celebrate their engagement. Things take a turn when Khosi gets transported back in time by a magical amulet.