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The Wife

The Wife

The novel Hlomu the Wife, a bestseller by Dudu Busani-Dube, inspires this thrilling telenovela. An ambitious journalist falls in love with a taxi driver, unbeknownst to her that when you marry a man, you marry his secrets too.
Bonko Khoza, Mbalenhle Mavimbela

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  • The Return Of Sambulo

    Episode 1 - 31 Mins
    An explosive season premiere. Qhawe enters dangerous terrain. Sambulo is back with a vengeance, and Hlomu and Mqhele's recommitment is rocked by a scandalous teaser.
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    Episode 2 - 30 Mins
    With the Hawks on their heels, Nkosana and Zandile flee the country. Nkosana hands over the reins to Mqhele. Meanwhile, Qhawe is held captive by Naledi's kidnappers.
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    Episode 3 - 27 Mins
    After the Zulu brothers' arrest, their women decide to step up and handle things in their absence. Their first challenge? To get rid of a dead body found in Sambulo's boot.
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    Episode 4 - 27 Mins
    Naledi stands up to her father, while Tshedi is livid when she finds out about her family's plans for the throne. Hlomu leads the Zulu makotis in a mission to save the day.
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    Episode 5 - 21 Mins
    Qhawe is given a lifeline by someone unexpected. He reaches out to his brothers, but will they reach him before Naledi walks down the aisle?
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    Episode 6 - 21 Mins
    The Zulu brothers infiltrate the royal palace and manage to disrupt a royal wedding. A tragedy of epic proportions lies on Mandisa's bed.
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    Episode 7 - 25 Mins
    Mandisa expresses her own ideas about an important family matter and is determined to have her way.
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    Episode 8 - 24 Mins
    Mandisa arrives at the mortuary with the police, armed with some important documents. Who will have the final say?
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    Episode 9 - 30 Mins
    A tug-of-war ensues between Mandisa and the Zulu brothers, with Mandisa giving them one hell of a fight.
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    Episode 10 - 29 Mins
    Mandisa's family present a compelling argument to the Zulus about Mandisa's banishment. Later, the Zulus decide to give her the tavern and grant her custody of Ndumiso.
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    Episode 11 - 30 Mins
    Desperate times call for desperate measures as Mandisa finds herself going a hundred steps back in her attempt to fight for her son.
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    Episode 12 - 24 Mins
    It is a shocking revelation for the Zulus when they discover that Sambulo and Xoli have tied the knot. Meanwhile, Mandisa goes on a shooting spree with disastrous consequences.
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    Episode 13 - 29 Mins
    Qhawe is determined to marry Naledi and wants Mqhele's blessing and help, but Naledi is non-committal, knowing her father will never bless their union.
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    Episode 14 - 22 Mins
    Qhawe's gift to Kgosi in honour of tradition only worsens the situation, to a point where their relationship might not survive.
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    Episode 15 - 23 Mins
    Qhawe orchestrates a romantic trip across the skies for him and Naledi, and Tshidi continues to plot for the chieftaincy. Meanwhile, the Zulu brothers set a lucrative con in motion.
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    Episode 16 - 21 Mins
    A very private video featuring Qhawe and Naledi goes public on the socials. Qhawe tries to keep Naledi from finding about, while the Zulu brothers score big in a heist.
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    Episode 17 - 27 Mins
    Post-scandal, Naledi returns to work and sets tongues wagging about the sex tape, while Tshedi uses this time to be in her father's good graces.
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    Episode 18 - 22 Mins
    Tables turn as the latest scam goes awry for the Zulu brothers. Meanwhile, Tshedi strikes again and puts the final nail in Naledi's coffin.
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    Episode 19 - 23 Mins
    As the royal family prepares to clean up Naledi's reputation with a press conference, Tshedi works hard on her mission to sabotage her sister even further.
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    Episode 20 - 19 Mins
    The Zulus head to the North West on a diamond expedition following the million-dollar scam in the Zama-Zama business. Meanwhile, Naledi accuses Tshedi of throwing her under the bus.
  • Qhawe Discovers Tshedi

    Episode 21 - 27 Mins
    Qhawe's suspicions are confirmed when he discovers the person behind the sex tape. Meanwhile, Kgosi breathes fire when Sello fails to identify the people who stole his diamonds.
  • A Zulu Shopping Spree

    Episode 22 - 23 Mins
    It's time to chop some money and go shopping as the Zulus celebrate their big score. Meanwhile, Mqhele is on a mission to make Hlomu's restaurant launch a success.
  • Launch Night- Qhawe Must Die

    Episode 23 - 21 Mins
    Qhawe and Naledi cement their love for one another, but her father takes drastic steps to end it - once and for all. While Hlomu's launch is a success, an uninvited guest has sinister motives.
  • Mqhele'S Heir

    Episode 24 - 26 Mins
    A perfect night is ruined when Hlomu learns devastating details about Mqhele's past. Meanwhile, Kgosi's mission to kill Qhawe takes an unexpected turn.
  • Saving Naledi

    Episode 25 - 24 Mins
    The star-crossed lovers suffer another tragedy, with Naledi fighting for her life in the hospital. Will she make it out alive?
  • Out Of The Woods

    Episode 26 - 26 Mins
    Naledi becomes stabilised and Qhawe is the first person she wants, much to her dad's irritation. Meanwhile, Sambulo and Xoli have their first big fight over cheating allegations.
  • Flirting With Danger

    Episode 27 - 28 Mins
    Mqhele becomes green with envy when he notices his wife enjoying the company of another man. Meanwhile, the men in Naledi's life fall all over each other in competing to give her TLC.
  • Five Tiger'S Betrayal

    Episode 28 - 23 Mins
    An ally sells out the Zulus, and Kgosi sets up a trap for his unsuspecting enemies. Naledi is traumatised by what she witnesses at the Zulu mansion.
  • The Death Of Sello

    Episode 29 - 23 Mins
    The Zulus are met with fire when Kgosi's army attacks. Tshedi informs Sello that she is ready to be the mother of his kids, but Sello doesn't make it home.
  • Naledi Accepts Calling

    Episode 30 - 25 Mins
    Kgosi is only too happy to show Tshedi a video that shows Qhawe in a bad light. Meanwhile, Xoli is on a vengeful path.
  • Kill A Leorpard For Naledi

    Episode 31 - 26 Mins
    Love is in the air when Sefako sweeps Naledi off her feet, while Mqhele surprises Hlomu with a pair of diamond earrings.
  • Hlomu'S Accident

    Episode 32 - 27 Mins
    The Zulu brothers march on Royal Thabeng once again in search of diamonds and redemption. Meanwhile, Hlomu's drinking catches up with her and gets her into big trouble.
  • Royal Thabeng Is Sinking

    Episode 33 - 24 Mins
    There's trouble in the Royal Thabeng as Kgosi has refused to heed a warning that has resulted in a tragedy. Meanwhile, Hlomu and Mthaniya are admitted to the hospital.
  • I'M Not Mthaniya'S Father

    Episode 34 - 35 Mins
    Mqhele is confronted with the truth that leaves him staggered. Meanwhile, Tshedi spirals out of control as she loses touch with reality.
  • Tsietsi Declares His Love

    Episode 35 - 27 Mins
    Tsietsi confesses his love to Naledi, but Naledi is blind to this. Meanwhile, Naledi proves why she deserves to be the kgosi of Royal Thabeng.
  • With This Ring

    Episode 36 - 25 Mins
    Two Zulu brothers fight to the death for the soul that is Mthaniya. Meanwhile, Sefako pulls a romantic gesture as he declares his love and future to Naledi.
  • The Tlous Meet The Montshos

    Episode 37 - 28 Mins
    Nkosana arrives and puts out a fire threatening to tear the Zulu family apart. Meanwhile, Sefako's uncles arrive at the Royal Palace to deliver a letter to discuss Naledi's bride price.
  • Wild Night Out

    Episode 38 - 21 Mins
    Qhawe starts his 'hot boy summer' escapades to try to forget about Naledi. Meanwhile, Xoli and Fikile plot to rob the Zulus of every cent to their names.
  • Tshedi Exposes Sex Tape!

    Episode 39 - 24 Mins
    Tshedi ruins Naledi's magadi negotiations in a spectacular style, while Mqoqi entertains Qhawe's cowboy lifestyle. Meanwhile, Mqhele is very disappointed in Qhawe for his cowboy antics.
  • Mending Sefako'S Heart

    Episode 40 - 27 Mins
    When news of Naledi's sex tape threatens to derail magadi negotiations, Naledi has to bare her soul to Sefako to win him back. Back at the Zulu mansion, Fikile is determined to break the Zulu family apart.
  • Qhawe Comes Back To Royal Thabeng

    Episode 41 - 20 Mins
    On a mission to absolve himself, Qhawe lands himself and Mqoqi right in Kgosi's clutches. Meanwhile, after embarrassing the Royal House, a raging Tshedi learns of the shocking fate awaiting her.
  • Killing Five Tiger

    Episode 42 - 23 Mins
    Mqoqi puts a hole in 5Tiger's temple. Xoli has Mqhele right where she wants him, and Hlomu is too out of it to even notice.
  • Xoli And Mqhele'S Explosive Sex

    Episode 43 - 23 Mins
    Mqhele proves that sex is indeed every man's weakness. An unlikely alliance forms between Tshedi and Qhawe after she finds out the truth about her father.
  • Naledi'S Pregnancy Scare!

    Episode 44 - 25 Mins
    During a heated confrontation with Qhawe, Naledi reveals that she misses him. Later, Qhawe makes a startling observation about Naledi. Could Naledi be pregnant?
  • Xoli'S Betrayal

    Episode 45 - 22 Mins
    Naledi's marriage is shaken by a new discovery. Xoli gets a breakthrough in avenging the Majolas. Meanwhile, Tlhabane gets close to an unsuspecting Naledi.
  • Tlhabane Meets Naledi

    Episode 46 - 23 Mins
    A blast from Naledi's past creeps out from the shadows. Meanwhile, Fikile and Xoli stir up trouble between the Zulus and their taxi drivers. Hlomu succumbs to temptation.
  • Burning Zulu Taxis!

    Episode 47 - 23 Mins
    The Zulu taxi business is in shambles, and there's little that the Zulus can do about it. Meanwhile, Naledi comes face-to-face with a blast from the past.
  • Naledi Miscarries

    Episode 48 - 22 Mins
    Naledi finds herself in a warehouse and realises that she and her baby are in grave danger. An unlikely alliance is formed between two arch-enemies.
  • Where Is She?

    Episode 49 - 20 Mins
    A mission is set in motion to rescue Naledi. The Royal Family and Qhawe hunt for clues. Meanwhile, Sefako informs the media about Naledi's kidnapping and offers a reward.
  • Mourning Another Zulu Loss

    Episode 50 - 20 Mins
    Xoli is under pressure from all sides as the consequences of her and Fikile's scheming start to catch up with her. Meanwhile, Mqhele investigates the money stolen from the Zulu business account.
  • Who Is Margaret?

    Episode 51 - 23 Mins
    The Zulus send a strong message to 'Margaret'. While faced with guilt, Xoli almost spills the beans. Back at the Royal House, Sefako's tears are wiped away, but Naledi is horrified.
  • Gone Too Soon

    Episode 52 - 25 Mins
    Hlomu makes a deal with Detective Baloyi, which leads her to discover the identity of the person stealing from them. Meanwhile, Tshedi and Qhawe team up to take Kgosi down.
  • Pandora'S Box Is Open

    Episode 53 - 22 Mins
    Tshedi meets with the Royal council members to convince them to turn against Kgosi. Meanwhile, Fikile exposes Mqhele and Xoli's affair to Sambulo, and the Majola secret is finally out.
  • Blood Is Not Thicker Than Water

    Episode 54 - 24 Mins
    Heads roll when Kgosi learns that his children have been conspiring against him. Meanwhile, Hlomu is a ball of emotions and Sambulo is worried about her.
  • Empires Fall

    Episode 55 - 23 Mins
    Xoli's spirit tempers with Hlomu's peace. Meanwhile, the royal family are at war with each other as the princesses find the courage to dethrone Kgosi from unlikely allies.
  • Scorned

    Episode 56 - 27 Mins
    Hlomu makes a bold move that threatens to destroy the Zulu family. Meanwhile, a cloud of doom befalls the royal kingdom with Kgosi's chieftaincy threatened.
  • Time For War

    Episode 57 - 26 Mins
    Every house of cards comes tumbling down. Meanwhile, the Zulu brothers face the heat when Detective Baloyi's witness threatens to air the Zulu house's dirty laundry to the world.
  • Finally... The Truth

    Episode 58 - 24 Mins
    War erupts in the royal kingdom when the community members attack Kgosi and force a confession out of him. Meanwhile, the Zulu brothers' prison break is short-lived.
  • The Secret Is Out

    Episode 59 - 22 Mins
    Mqhele makes a shocking discovery about the person that hides behind the name Jessica Ntombela. Meanwhile, Tshedi continues to fight for chieftaincy as she bargains with Kgosi.
  • The End Of A Chapter, The Start Of Another

    Episode 60 - 35 Mins
    When it rains, it pours for Hlomu and Mqhele as they meet their tragic demise. Will Naledi abdicate the throne and choose her happily ever after?

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