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The Ranakas

The Ranakas

A spin-off of the successful reality show 'Dineo's Diary', 'The Ranakas' takes a candid look at how an authentic local family deals with the stresses of 21st century living.
Manaka Ranaka, Ntate Ranaka

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  • Episode 1

    Episode 1 - 23 Mins
    The Ranaka grandkids, KG and Thando, bring the family together for a fun games night, but things don't go as planned as issues around identity and sibling rivalry boil to the surface.
  • Episode 2

    Episode 2 - 23 Mins
    Mama Siba discusses her own religious conflict in supporting Dineo on her journey towards becoming a traditional healer, while Michelle reveals her own family's struggle with grief to Dineo.
  • Episode 3

    Episode 3 - 22 Mins
    Mzingisi takes a stand in the role he's willing to play in Michelle's journey towards healing, while Thando and KG unpack how their childhood traumas have affected their dating life.
  • Episode 4

    Episode 4 - 22 Mins
    Ntate Ranaka finally finds the missing branch in the Ranaka family tree after 70 years. Mama Siba and Koko reflect on the expectations and responsibilities that Dineo's calling has placed on them.
  • The Ranakas S05E005

    Episode 5 - 23 Mins
    Ntate Ranaka teaches his sons about the responsibilities attached to their roles as uncles following a tragic loss in the family. Manaka and KG bond in an unconventional way.
  • Episode 6

    Episode 6 - 22 Mins
    The Ranaka boys take some time out from the family to reconnect. Katlego tries her luck at the dating game. Manaka and Mpumi have a surprise in store for their sister-in-law, Michelle.
  • The Ranakas S05E007

    Episode 7 - 22 Mins
    Mama Siba hosts young makoti’s to discuss what roles they play in the dynamics of their relationships with their mothers-in-law. Michelle and Mzingisi take time out for one another.
  • Episode 8

    Episode 8 - 22 Mins
    Ranaka and Mpumi share some much needed bonding time before his departure. Manaka and Katlego begin planning her 21st birthday celebration.
  • Episode 9

    Episode 9 - 22 Mins
    Dineo explores different forms of meditation and healing alongside Gogo Dineo. Mpumi confides in her friend about her feelings planning Dineo's homecoming ceremony.
  • Episode 10

    Episode 10 - 22 Mins
    Mzi hosts friends as they discuss the pressures placed on men in society today. Mama Siba and Mpumi address old wounds in the preparations for Dineo's homecoming ceremony.
  • Episode 11

    Episode 11 - 22 Mins
    Ntate Ranaka visits Mama Siba's family home to conclude the cultural processes of their marriage. Manaka hosts a 21st birthday celebration for KG.
  • The Ranakas S05E012

    Episode 12 - 22 Mins
    The Ranaka family bond together in the final preparations for Dineo’s homecoming ceremony. Will Michelle pass the ultimate Makoti test? Will the grandchildren be shocked by culture?
  • Episode 13

    Episode 13 - 24 Mins
    The day has finally arrived. Dineo is welcomed back home from initiation school as Gogo Somahashe, but not without the usual family drama.

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