

Kwa Baba
Kwa Baba is a South African telenovela rooted in themes around tradition and passion which follows the story of how far one son is willing to go when love is tested by family expectations, traditions and dealing with the weight of the past. Set in Msawawa, Diepkloof Ext, the story follows a first born son who must step into leadership, confront his past and honour the legacy left by his father. As he learns to love, build a family and lead with courage, he must also take on his role as Inkosana. At the centre of the story is Zwelakhe Mkhize, a young, driven businessman who is on the brink of success and ready to settle down with his chosen woman, Bahumi Motaung. However, he quickly discovers that before taking that next step, he must deal with a past traditional obligation tied to his late father's unpaid debt.
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- Ep 1
1.Uyoncengwa Unina
01-06-202623 minThe Mkhizes gather to thank their ancestors, but a bitter uncle ignites a war over family legacy. A young woman's birthday turns from joy to heartbreak.
- Ep 2
2.Inhliziyo Ayiphakelwa
02-06-202623 minZwelakhe stakes his claim on Bahumi's heart, while Khethiwe faces her mother-in-law's judgemt, and Dumisani sets his heir straight
- Ep 3
3.With this Stick, I Thee Wed
03-06-202622 minDumisani reveals his evil plan to Mhlaba, Zwelakhe's speech to Solomon bears great fruit, and Khethiwe is forced to do something sje doesn't want to do.
- Ep 4
4.The Silver Lining
04-06-202624 minBahumi charms her future mother-in-law, while Zwelakhe is surprised when Mhlaba changes his stance. Zwelakhe confronts Musa over his behavior as Dumisani starts digging for family...
- Ep 5
5.Ngenisa Umakoti, Endlini
05-06-202624 minZwelakhe eagerly anticipates welcoming his bride, Bahumi asks her elders to go easy on the Mkhize delegation, and broken lovers reconcile.
- Ep 6
6.Amasiko Wok'nuka
08-06-202623 minA heated feud within the Mbokazi family erupts, bringing the lobola negotiations to a sudden and humiliating halt.
- Ep 7
7.Izenzo Zabazali
09-06-202623 minA hurt Bahumi draws a hard boundary that sends Zwelakhe scrambling to save their future. Dumisani tightens his control on the business while MaMbokazi intervenes.
- Ep 8
8.Hold The Knife By The Sharp End
10-06-202625 minMaMbokazi's master plan backfires unexpectedly. Zwelakhe pulls out all the stops to salvage his relationship with Bahumi while Mandla gets lucky.
- Ep 9
9.Over My Dead Body
11-06-202625 minMaMbokazi's confrontation forces Bangizwe to question long-held assumptions. A health scare brings two lovers back together as Dumisani and Zandile's takeover plot fails.
- Ep 10
10.Umthandazo Oyingozi
12-06-202624 minBahumi makes a heartbreaking decision regarding her relationship. MaMbokazi seeks peace with her brother, and Musa's gathering is ruined by uninvited guests.
- Ep 11
11.The Poisoned Chalice
15-06-202624 minLobola negotiations begin, but Dumisani has a surprise brewing. Solomon and Bahumi rebuild trust despite rising conflict, while Khethiwe is taught how to kotiza.
- Ep 12
12.Your People Are Looking For You
16-06-202625 minA bride settles into her husband's home through ancient rituals. Zwelakhe is thrown by a healer's warnings, and a pregnant girl demands to become a makoti.
- Ep 13
13.Return Back To Sender
17-06-202624 minZwelakhe tries to decipher ancestral messages while his bond with Bahumi grows stronger. Musa and Khethiwe continue keeping secrets from the family.
- Ep 14
14.The Heart Wants What The Heart Wants
18-06-202624 minBahumi prepares to tell her parents about Zwelakhe, but ukubikwa hurdles emerge. Musa gets cornered by MaPaseka and desperately needs an ally.
- Ep 15
15.Isicholo
19-06-202622 minBahumi fights to be with Zwelakhe while Mhlaba works in the shadows to build an empire within an empire. Musa sets his sights on securing his lineage.
- Ep 16
16.Cold Family Vs Warm Chest
22-06-202624 minBahumi falls out with her family and turns to Zwelakhe for support. Dumisani's household is thrown into turmoil, and Khethiwe's secret risks exposure.
- Ep 17
17.Deal With Your House
23-06-202625 minZwelakhe uncovers betrayal close to home. Mxolisi devises a rescue plan to shield Khethiwe from public embarrassment.
- Ep 18
18.It Belongs Here
24-06-202625 minZwelakhe's milestone day is disrupted when Dumisani makes a aggressive move for control, escalating tensions between both families.
- Ep 19
19.Papa Will Be Strong
25-06-202623 minBahumi makes a difficult decision involving her father. Mhlaba manipulates Zwelakhe, and Khethiwe is caught off guard by a surprise.
- Ep 20
20.Get Off Your High Horse
26-06-202624 minDumisani arrives at the Motaung home ready to reveal everything. Emotional confessions bring a sense of relief to MaMbokazi and Zandile.
- Ep 21
21.Destiny Unfulfilled
29-06-202625 minHope flickers briefly between Bahumi and Zwelakhe, Nhlanhla wrestles with his father's anger, and Khethiwe puts Mxolisi in a difficult spot.
- Ep 22
22.A House Divided
30-06-202624 minBahumi's heartbreak ripples through the Motaung family, Dumisani's company schemes backfire, and Mxolisi clashes with Khethiwe.
- Ep 23
23.Unbreak My Heart
01-07-202623 minBahumi considers leaving home after her heartbreak, Mapaseka confronts Musa at his gate, and Mhlaba accepts a risky delivery.
- Ep 24
24.Rolling Hills and Rolling Stones
02-07-202625 minA getaway tests Zwelakhe and Bahumi's restraint, while Musa is forced to address Mapaseka's pregnancy under MaMbokazi's roof.
- Ep 25
25.Whose Baby Is It Anyway
03-07-202625 minBahumi succumbs to Zwelakhe's charm, Mhlaba hides his side hustle, and Musa's plan to push Mapaseka out fails.
- Ep 26
26.No Such Thing As Secrets
06-07-202630 minBahumi gets caught lying about her trip, Mhlaba's web of lies tightens, and MaMbokazi warmly receives Mapaseka.
- Ep 27
27.Reality Check
07-07-202623 minBahumi's relationship with Zwelakhe creates a rift with her parents, and Zwelakhe takes action against Musa's recklessness.
- Ep 28
28.A Father's Love
08-07-202622 minSolomon makes a firm stance on Bahumi's romance, while Charlie makes Mhlaba a dangerous, lucrative offer.
- Ep 29
29.What's Done In The Dark
09-07-202624 minZwelakhe and Bahumi secure a new lobola date while Tsholofelo's secret job creates suspicion.
- Ep 30
30.You'll Regret This
10-07-202625 minA shocking discovery leaves Zwelakhe shaken, Tsholofelo's double life unravels, and Musa spirals out of control.
- Ep 31
31.Mamazala
13-07-202625 minAunt Senzeni draws a line in the sand, forcing MaMbokazi to confront the consequences of her past behavior. Nelisiwe reaches her breaking point and fiercely confronts Zandile over...
- Ep 32
32.Battle lines are drawn
14-07-202623 minAn attempt by Aunt Senzeni and Zwelakhe to unite the family ends up scattering them further. Dumisani corners Nhlanhla with tough questions, Solomon puts a stop to Tsholofelo and B...
- Ep 33
33.Stupid dog!
15-07-202623 minThe Mkhize family unravels as Solomon makes a devastating discovery about his wife's past. Zwelakhe fights to keep everything together, but a horrific accident threatens to bring h...
- Ep 34
34.Kuningi! Kunzima!
16-07-202622 minZwelakhe reels after Radebe's accident deals a severe blow to the family business. Dumisani celebrates the setback, MaMbokazi suspects foul play, and Tsholofelo makes an unusual re...
- Ep 35
35.Jog my memory!
17-07-202622 minBahumi helps ease Zwelakhe's stress, leading him to realize that solving his issues requires stepping into dangerous territory. Meanwhile, Musa impresses Tsholofelo with his skills...
- Ep 36
36.Turn around
20-07-202630 minBahumi is left deeply unsettled after a confrontation with Mandla. Zwelakhe asks Mhlaba for a difficult favor, and Nobuntu's sudden arrival completely throws off Musa's plans.
- Ep 37
37.The Contract
21-07-202623 minZwelakhe discovers a potential solution to his business troubles, but Dumisani prepares a move to sabotage it. Zwelakhe sets firm boundaries with Mandla, while MaMbokazi grows incr...
- Ep 38
38.Ubizelwa Ekhaya
22-07-202624 minFollowing an ancestral calling, Zwelakhe embarks on a personal journey that challenges everything he believed about himself. Dumisani asserts his authority over Nelisiwe and Mhlaba...
- Ep 39
39.Utatakho
23-07-202624 minDriven by unanswered questions, Zwelakhe pushes himself to the limit searching for the truth about his identity. Meanwhile, Tsholofelo's milestone celebration is shadowed by hidden...
- Ep 40
40.You'll regret this!
24-07-202622 minZwelakhe deepens his quest into his past. Tsholofelo's 21st birthday celebration begins joyfully but spirals into public embarrassment, while Musa and Nhlanhla's reckless actions b...
- Ep 41
41.Unanchored
27-07-202622 minZwelakhe digs for answers in his mother’s past. Bahumi encourages her father to remember who he is in the face of all adversity. Mhlaba and Dumisani have a heart to heart away from...
- Ep 42
42.Blood
28-07-202624 minZwelakhe tricks Musa and Khethiwe into doing a DNA test. Solomon takes matters into his own hands regarding Mandla and his daughter. Zandile resorts to underhanded tactics to tame...
- Ep 43
43.A Bull Or Nothing
29-07-202624 minMusa blindsides Zwelakhe with an unforeseen court summons, turning his world upside down. The Zulu family lays down their demands to the Mkhizes. Khethiwe offers Nelisiwe some hard...
- Ep 44
44.Amabele Enyoka
30-07-202625 minAs Zwelakhe wrestles against a life-altering truth, Bahumi is by his side affirming him. Musa’s anger pushes the brotherhood to a breaking point. Dumisani makes his stand and resto...
- Ep 45
45.The Motaung Roots
31-07-202624 minThe family tension peaks as Zwelakhe’s biological roots are directly questioned within the Motaung household. Mathata a Motaung makes an unexpected entrance that disrupts the famil...
- Ep 46
46.Toxic parents
03-08-202625 minZwelakhe finally confronts his deceiver. Mhlaba chooses his family and puts Dumisani in his place. Thailand comes to Naturena.
- Ep 47
47.Who’s My Daddy?
04-08-202622 minA mother’s devastating secret rips through the family, forcing one man to question everything he thought he knew about himself. An ageing patriarch stubbornly clings to what he be...
- Ep 48
48.Naked Truths
05-08-202622 minMxolisi makes a huge mistake, Mhlaba surprises Zwelakhe with a generous offer and Solomon won’t stop worrying about Tsholo.
- Ep 49
49.Khethowake’s Son Is Solomon’s
06-08-202624 minAs Zwelakhe’s devastating paternity secret begins tearing through the Mkhize family, Dumisani uncovers Zwe and Mhlaba’s new business deal, The Motaungs try to survive Tsholofelo’s...
- Ep 50
50.Truth Or Dare
07-08-202623 minMaKhumalo lets something slip, exposing a long-buried secret. Distressed MaMbokazi leaves for KZN and Mhlaba stands up to Dumisani.
- Ep 51
51.Khabazela
10-08-202624 minAs Zwelakhe’s confidence returns, Dumisani quietly prepares to destroy him with the paternity secret. MaMbokazi pleads with Khethowakhe from the grave, while MaKhumalo’s guilt thre...
- Ep 52
52.Cat Got Your Tongue
11-08-202624 minKhethiwe shocks MaMbokazi with what she knows. Mhlaba finally tells his father the truth, and Tsholofelo realizes just how deeply she hurt her father.
- Ep 53
53.Mambokazi’s Bastard
12-08-202624 minAs Zwelakhe and Bahumi dream of their future together, Dumisani makes a move that could destroy the lobola before it even begins.
- Ep 54
54.Amandwendwe
13-08-202622 minDumisani puts his evil plan into motion. MaMbokazi stands in the gap for Zwelakhe, and Solomon reveals a truth to Dumisani that could knock him over with a feather.
- Ep 55
55.Will All The Mkhizes Please Stand Up
14-08-202624 minKwaMavovo celebrates the day of lobola until Dumisani exposes Zwelakhe. At the Motaung house, Bahumi glows with hope, oblivious to the storm tearing through the Mkhizes. And a brot...
- Ep 56
56.Devil In Saint Clothing
17-08-202625 minBahumi’s love pulls Zwelakhe back from the edge and his closest allies rally behind him. A beautiful dinner at the Motaungs turns into a harrowing nightmare as MaMbokazi tries to c...
- Ep 57
57.You’ve Found A Father In Me
18-08-202623 minMaKhumalo finds herself in hot water over her gossip-mongering. Solomon steps up as a father figure when it matters most, and Musa rises to claim his place as inkosana in the Mkhiz...
- Ep 58
58.It Is Done
19-08-202624 minWill Dumisani succeed in cutting Zwelakhe off from the Mkhize ancestors? As the Motaung’s choose to stand by Zwelakhe, MaKhumalo’s betrayal threatens to cost her a home and Musa re...
- Ep 59
59.Expropriation
20-08-202624 minThe Mkhize’s experience the wrath of inkosana. MaKhumalo tries to repair the damage caused to her relationship with Mxolisi and Khethiwe. Zandile exposes the sins of a prayer woman...
- Ep 60
60.Leave My Company
21-08-202625 minZwelakhe’s place in the Mkhize legacy comes under direct attack. A guilt-ridden MaMbokazi finally confronts the burden of her past and MaKhumalo takes a big step towards rebuilding...
- Ep 61
61.Mhlaba For Ceo
24-08-202624 minA ruthless takeover leaves Zwelakhe stripped of everything he helped build, forcing him to walk away from the life he once knew. MaMbokazi’s public fall from grace leaves her isola...
- Ep 62
62.Whose Company Is It Anyway?
25-08-202630 minZwelakhe asks Mhlaba for a big favour. Dumisani threatens MaMbokazi and Bahumi comes up with a plan to cheer up Solomon from his fear of retirement.
- Ep 63
63.The Rightful Mphathi
26-08-202623 minMhlaba shocks Nelisiwe by quitting his job and returning to Mkhize Logistics. As Musa enjoys the rewards of siding with Dumisani, MaMbokazi refuses to tolerate his new-found privil...
- Ep 64
64.Blood
27-08-202622 minMaMbokazi enlists Aunt Senzeni’s help in dealing with Dumisani. Mhlaba's unilateral decision leaves Nelisiwe reeling, and Musa’s demand shocks Zwelakhe to the core.
- Ep 65
65.Umuzi Ka Baba
28-08-202622 minMaMbokazi finally snaps when Musa’s inkosana reign of terror crosses the point of no return. Solomon is honored for the legacy he built at the school. Dumisani makes an offer Nelis...
- Ep 66
66.Keep Your Ancestors
31-08-202624 minDumisani announces himself as the new inkosana to the living and ancestral Mkhizes. MaMbokazi exhausts all options to find Zwelakhe. Solomon struggles with denial that he is no lon...
- Ep 67
67.Ultimate sacrifice
01-09-202623 minZwelakhe’s heartbreak forces him to ask Bahumi difficult questions, while Dumisani’s victory begins to disturb his own house. Solomon is put in his place for living in his past.
- Ep 68
68.No Belonging
02-09-202625 minZwelakhe makes a heartbreaking decision about Bahumi and Musa. Dumisani's attempt to throw MaMbokazi out of her home is brought to a dramatic halt. Meanwhile, Solomon's refusal to...
- Ep 69
69.Zwelakhe’s Pillar
03-09-202624 minMusa finally stands up for what’s right, Mhlaba shocks his father with his decision and Bahumi lights a fire under Zwelakhe’s ass.
- Ep 70
70.Thatha Lento Ayinabungozi
04-09-202624 minJust as Zwelakhe resolves to rebuild his life, another crushing blow wipes away the last traces of the world he once knew. Elsewhere, a bid for power drives Dumisani’s family furth...
- Ep 71
71.Two Bulls. One Kraal
07-09-202625 minZwelakhe lays the foundation for his and Bahumi’s future. Mhlaba takes a stand against his father. Musa’s guilt over Zwelakhe’s car begins to eat at him
- Ep 72
72.When It Rains It Pours
08-09-202623 minAs Dumisani turns on the very ancestors who have sustained him, Zwelakhe and Bahumi set off toward a promising new future, while Musa finally chooses a different path.
- Ep 73
73.Siyohlala Siyinyova
09-09-202625 minZwelakhe and Bahumi bag their first victory and it looks like there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, Dumisani gives Mhlaba an ultimatum that escalates their rivalry. Tsholofelo...
- Ep 74
74.Thina sobabili
10-09-202625 minDumisani’s war with Mhlaba reaches breaking point when Mhlaba goes behind his back. MaMbokazi warns Zwelakhe that he is turning away from his destiny, and Solomon learns that money...
- Ep 75
75.Isalakutshelwa
11-09-202624 minA bitter feud between Dumisani and Mhlaba reaches dangerous new heights. MaMbokazi seeks divine intervention. Meanwhile, Zwelakhe refuses to be broken by his fall from grace.
- Ep 76
76.Breaking Point
14-09-202625 minMhlaba reaches breaking point after Neli pays the price for his past. MaMbokazi humiliates Dumisani by ending the strike. A lifelong dream finally comes true for Dikeledi, and Bahu...
- Ep 77
77.The Aftermath
15-09-202624 minA moment of joy turns to torture for Bahumi. Mhlaba goes for the kill and shatters all hopes of peace in the Mkhize home, while Solomon gives Dikeledi a romantic surprise.
- Ep 78
78.Seven Weeks
16-09-202625 minAt the Mkhize house, Dumisani and Mhlaba speak death over each other, leaving Zandile shattered. MaMbokazi finally gives Musa the words he has waited his whole life to hear. A sile...
- Ep 79
79.The Next Generation
17-09-202624 minZwelakhe’s joy is overshadowed by the haunting realisation that his biological father’s ancestors will continue to bother him. Dumisani plots to strip Mkhize Logistics of its very...
- Ep 80
80.You’re Fired
18-09-202623 minThe battle for Mkhize Logistics reaches its most explosive chapter yet when MaMbokazi strips Dumisani of his power. Refusing to let another generation inherit a lifetime of lies, a...
- Ep 81
81.Secrets Uncovered
21-09-202625 minAunt Sthe reveals uncomfortable truths to Zwelakhe about his mother. Dumisani’s bid to be reinstated as CEO backfires in his face, and the dad in Mxolisi gets ahead of himself when...
- Ep 82
82.Who Is My Mother?
22-09-202624 minAs MaMbokazi prepares to reveal a devastating truth, Dumisani vows revenge and Mxolisi becomes convinced Khethiwe is pregnant.
- Ep 83
83.Ngiyagunga, Ngiyagomela!
23-09-202625 minMaMbokazi and Zwelakhe take their first tentative steps toward healing after a tumultuous period. Mhlaba sets out to prove he deserves a second chance, but family divisions continu...
- Ep 84
84.Now You Know
24-09-202624 minAs old wounds between Zwelakhe and MaMbokazi begin to heal, new secrets come to light. Dumisani struggles with losing so much power, as his journey into independence fails to start...
- Ep 85
85.The Address
25-09-202624 minZwelakhe now knows the identity of his real father, but the stakes have never been higher because the cost of the truth coming out is too high. Nelisiwe takes matters into her hand...
- Ep 86
86.Failure To Launch
28-09-202622 minAfter months of searching, Zwelakhe finally comes face-to face with his father. Mhlaba tries to have a real heart-to-heart with Dumisani, but things take a turn for the worse. MaKh...
- Ep 87
87.Rightful
29-09-202622 minZwelakhe and MaMbokazi face a shocking demand. Khethiwe pushes Mxolisi too far, and Neli’s desperate plan is exposed
- Ep 88
88.Chicken Have Come Home To Roost
30-09-202625 minZwelakhe’s father escalates Zwelakhe’s paternity to the elders. Zandile learns that Mhlaba and Nelisiwe’s marriage is hanging by a thread. The wound in Khethiwe and Mxolisi’s marri...
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