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Will a relationship survive if the mom/grandmother doesn’t approve of the girlfriend? #HouseOfZwide

Friday 1 November 2024
Episode 80
Molefe admits he can’t pay Msizi his money, but Msizi insists he still wants it. Later, Msizi realizes Molefe’s genuine goodness despite his shortcomings.
Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 81


 

Msizi buys Vusi’s car wash in Tembisa and hires a surprised Molefe to run it on his behalf. Soka forgives his grandmother after she apologizes and says she’ll be leaving for KZN with Khethiwe.
Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 82
Msizi encourages Molefe to take charge at the carwash after a difficult initial encounter, suggesting it might be an opportunity for him to improve his life and reconcile with Dorothy.
Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 83
Molefe enforces strict rules at the car wash, but upon Msizi’s arrival, he finds the operation smooth under Molefe’s leadership.
Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 84
Molefe discovers Vusi’s rival car wash, causing concern for his employees and customers. Shoki seeks Ona’s help for a presentation, while Nkosi assures her of support.
Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 85
Molefe’s car wash is enticingly improved after failing to get Vusi to shut down. Shoki cancels her big event and attends a photoshoot with Nkosi.
Monday 11 November 2024
Episode 86
A desperate Molefe asks Isaac to move his shisanyama to the carwash to help entice customers back to the business after his half-price special flops.
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Episode 87
An unimpressed Isaac confronts Molefe for opening a rival shisanyama at the car wash, leading to a drop in sales at Isaac’s own shisanyama.
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Episode 88
Despite Molefe shutting down his shisanyama at the car wash, sales fail to pick up at Isaac’s shisanyama, leaving him worried.
Thursday 14 November 2024
Episode 89
Molefe learns Isaac’s shisanyama business is slow and begs Isaac to at least try setting up shop at the car wash. Isaac reluctantly agrees to move his shisanyama.
Friday 15 November 2024
Episode 90
Feeling like he betrayed Rea by sleeping with Maria, a guilty Isaac chooses not to respond to Maria’s calls and messages.
Monday 18 November 2024
Episode 91
Msizi understands Molefe’s reasons for relaunching the car wash and asks him to inform Dorothy about his success, but is disappointed when Dorothy remains indifferent.
Tuesday 19 November 2024
Episode 92
Shoki’s guilt for deceiving Nkosi continues to burden her, leading to confusion and anger when he discovers Shoki’s use of contraceptives behind his back.
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Episode 93
Nkosi confronts Shoki about taking contraceptives behind his back and he’s left devasted when she reveals that she doesn’t know if she’ll ever be ready to have children.
Thursday 21 November 2024
Episode 94
A pained Maria accepts and hopes that they can still be friends. Shoki is disappointed when Nkosi decides to sleep out instead of coming home to her.
Friday 22 November 2024
Episode 95
After repeated attempts to make peace with Nkosi fail, a desperate Shoki breaks down and admits to Faith that her marriage is on the rocks.
Monday 25 November 2024
Episode 96
Faith urges family intervention to address Shoki’s marriage issues, while Nkosi warns Faith and Msizi to stay out of his unhappy marriage.
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Episode 97
Nkosi understands and they both agree to wait a few years before having kids. In addition to his car wash job, Molefe decides to work after hours at the salon to make extra money.
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Episode 98
Thato and Laz’s growing friendship has Mampho secretly worried that Thato could end up telling Laz that she’s been passing off his designs as hers.
Thursday 28 November 2024
Episode 99
Thato shares his experience of being kicked out of home for being gay, and Laz offers support and reminds him to show his designs the next day.
Friday 29 November 2024
Episode 100
Despite Mampho offering Thato a salary bump and a percentage of profits to pacify him over her use of his designs, Thato quietly intends to show Laz his design sketch.

🤣 Taps is dealing with Tiro shem and Kgopolo is enjoying every moment of the drama. Don’t miss #etvScandal

Poet takes matters into his own hands. Dintle is fed up and makes an unexpected decision. Prudence leads with kindness, but Gloria serves criticism.

Monday 28 October 2024
Episode 168

A love bubble is burst when what was hidden comes to light. Tiro tries to bend favour but is met with little love. Despite Caiphus’ concerns, Gloria takes matters into her own hands.

 
Tuesday 29 October 2024
Episode 169

Solly is told some shocking news. Gloria starts a new business venture. Dintle and Nhloso’s relationship causes problems for them both.

Wednesday 30 October 2024
Episode 170

Plans are made to keep an out of control brother under closer surveillance. Tensions reign over the Gasa household as scars are unearthed. Gloria demands more than just lip service from Caiphus, he needs to put his money where his mouth is.

Thursday 31 October 2024
Episode 171

Unity’s growing discontent threatens to unravel one More’s world. A wife’s heart remains distant from the family table. Gloria is left out in the cold by unexpected competition.Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 174

A woman emerges from the woodwork, questioning her motives. Family bonds strengthen, but heartbreak comes. Gloria and Mbuso implement new measures to maintain subterfuge.

Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 175

When NFH is faced with more issues, Layla confronts Dintle about her deceit. A mother struggles to take a big new step, not wanting to leave her daughter in the lurch.

Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 176

A man’s raised hopes to see a woman who has his attention leave him disappointed. Mbuso’s disheveled appearance has Prudence wondering about what’s happening under her nose.

Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 177

A man squirms waiting for life-changing confirmation. Absence makes the heart grow fonder not forget. Food fights are the order of the day at Uthuli.

Dinhle told Layla that she is in love #etvScandal

Solly is told some shocking news. Gloria starts a new business venture. Dintle and Nhloso’s relationship causes problems for them both.

Wednesday 30 October 2024
Episode 170

Plans are made to keep an out of control brother under closer surveillance. Tensions reign over the Gasa household as scars are unearthed. Gloria demands more than just lip service from Caiphus, he needs to put his money where his mouth is.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Thursday 31 October 2024
Episode 171

Unity’s growing discontent threatens to unravel one More’s world. A wife’s heart remains distant from the family table. Gloria is left out in the cold by unexpected competition.

When issued with a serious threat, Tiro is forced to do damage control. A disgruntled landlord’s complaints leave a father worried. Gloria’s new scheme lives to fight another day.

Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 173

Just when life seems to be on the rise, baby mama drama comes knocking. Things take a left turn when Ma’Dlomo confronts Nhloso. Gloria spins her web of lies, but will Prudence buy it?

Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 174

A woman emerges from the woodwork, questioning her motives. Family bonds strengthen, but heartbreak comes. Gloria and Mbuso implement new measures to maintain subterfuge.

Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 175

When NFH is faced with more issues, Layla confronts Dintle about her deceit. A mother struggles to take a big new step, not wanting to leave her daughter in the lurch.

Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 176

A man’s raised hopes to see a woman who has his attention leave him disappointed. Mbuso’s disheveled appearance has Prudence wondering about what’s happening under her nose.

Tiro saying I glad that Taps is coming back home but dip down he is nor ok #etvScandal

Tiro saying I glad that Taps is coming back home but dip down he is nor ok #etvScandal
Friday 1 November 2024
Episode 172

When issued with a serious threat, Tiro is forced to do damage control. A disgruntled landlord’s complaints leave a father worried. Gloria’s new scheme lives to fight another day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 173

Just when life seems to be on the rise, baby mama drama comes knocking. Things take a left turn when Ma’Dlomo confronts Nhloso. Gloria spins her web of lies, but will Prudence buy it?

Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 174

A woman emerges from the woodwork, questioning her motives. Family bonds strengthen, but heartbreak comes. Gloria and Mbuso implement new measures to maintain subterfuge.

Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 175

When NFH is faced with more issues, Layla confronts Dintle about her deceit. A mother struggles to take a big new step, not wanting to leave her daughter in the lurch.

Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 176

A man’s raised hopes to see a woman who has his attention leave him disappointed. Mbuso’s disheveled appearance has Prudence wondering about what’s happening under her nose.

Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 177

A man squirms waiting for life-changing confirmation. Absence makes the heart grow fonder not forget. Food fights are the order of the day at Uthuli.

Monday 11 November 2024
Episode 178

Ma’Dlomo grapples with the idea of ‘the other woman’. Prudence alerts Vuvu to her suspicions about why the canteen is failing – she points to a culprit.

Tuesday 12 November 2024
Episode 179

Tiro strikes a desperate deal. Nhloso is confronted with Ma’Dlomo’s fears and has to reassure her. Gloria’s carefully orchestrated venture teeters on the brink of chaos.

Wednesday 13 November 2024
Episode 180

Tiro stirs the pot by planting an evil seed. A discovery about Ma’Dlomo unsettles Nhloso. Gloria is upset with the wrong person.

Thursday 14 November 2024
Episode 181

Tiro spills the tea on some of his brother’s bad behaviour to a very impressionable young man. Hilda gives her friend sage advice on men. Vuvu finds herself in a bind but refuses to listen to reason.

Friday 15 November 2024
Epsisode 182

A mother’s love clashes with her son’s growing admiration. Shared walls conspire against a couple’s desire for intimacy. Vuvu extends an unexpected offer to an employee.

Monday 18 November 2024
Episode 183

The need for security patrols is dramatically illustrated. Taps’ gets the third degree from his family, and he can’t avoid the hard questions. Nhloso’s first impression of Hilda doesn’t count in her favour.

Tuesday 19 November 2024
Episode 184

A community in uproar opens Ndumiso’s eyes to problems he’s overlooked. An aunt takes an interest in getting to know her new nephew.

Wednesday 20 November 2024
Episode 185

Two wolves dressed in sheep’s clothing decide to take their thuggery to another level. Kgopolo finds himself caught between a rock and a very hard place. Two friends decide to start a business together.

Thursday 21 November 2024
Episode 186

Taps is in a tug-of-war between parental pressure and his parental instincts. A rough day leaves Lihle inconsolable and her parents concerned.

Friday 22 November 2024
Episode 187

Tiro commits serious misconduct when he is pushed to take matters into his own hands. Having to face a police lineup has two culprits are on edge. Nhloso has reservations about Ma’Dlomo’s side hustle.

Monday 25 November 2024
Episode 188

Sanda’s world is turned upside down when she discovers that her son’s rights were violated. A husband fiercely defends his wife’s honour with an unwavering warning.

Tuesday 26 November 2024
Episode 189

A shocking discovery threatens to unravel the trust Ndumiso has in a community leader. A father forces a son to confront his actions. A young lady struggles to balance her personal life and societal expectations.

Wednesday 27 November 2024
Episode 190

Kgopolo urges Taps to do the right thing as a man hould they get the desired outcome. Lihle comes home to a surprise that lifts her spirits. A troublesome pair see Cee-Jay as an obstacle they need to remove.

Thursday 28 November 2024
Episode 191

Ndumiso puts pressure on his inside man when his plan doesn’t fall into place fast enough. A heated conversation between Taps and Sanda catches Khumo’s attention. Tebello makes an interesting discovery about Lihle.

Friday 29 November 2024
Episode 192

An increasingly desperate Ndumiso gives Mbuso questionable instructions. Khumo’s choice shocks and hurts his mother. The laundry business runs into unexpected trouble.

Coming up on Smoke & Mirrors this November 2024

Coming up on Smoke & Mirrors this November 2024:
Friday 1 November 2024
Episode 145
Thandiswa pledges allegiance to Caesar, despite Nomeva’s pleas, enhancing her marriage. Jaxon’s mercy killing of Mandla escalates when Mandla pleads for Fanyana’s help.
Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 146

 
Nomeva warns Leroy not to interfere with her rift with Thandiswa and Phakathi asks Nomeva to find Mthetho’s killer. Fanyana fails to kill his father.
Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 147
Thandiswa feels bad about neglecting Mpendulo, they make peace, but Mpendulo asks her not to use him to get to Nomeva.
Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 148
Fanyana struggles with guilt after almost killing his dad. Mandla’s recovery accelerates. He realises the damage he’s done to his son.
Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 149
Mandla nearly drowns in a bathtub, causing Philile to believe her return has cursed her. Tim and Sipho make the tough decision to dismiss Mamiki as their manager.
Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 150
Mthetho’s spirit reveals that Thandiswa killed him. Mpendulo and Leroy keep a worried vigil, with Leroy sensing Mthetho’s lingering presence.
Monday 11 November 2024
Episode 151
Philile consults with Nomeva and discovers that a family member put a curse on her so every man she loves dies. Martha reveals a secret, she knows who put a curse on Philile.
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Episode 152
The community buzzes with speculation around Nomeva’s rituals. Nomeva lies to Thandiswa about summoning Mthetho.
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Episode 153
Martha throws Philile out of the hotel and her life after a huge confrontation over Martha’s mother cursing Philile.
Thursday 14 November 2024
Episode 154
Philile asks Martha to help remove the curse, but she refuses. She tells Mandla about it, and he also begs Martha to assist, but she remains adamant.
Friday 15 November 2024
Episode 155
Thandiswa plays the perfect wife for Caesar. Nomeva tells Leroy that she doesn’t know about Thandiswa anymore and it may be best to leave her alone.
Monday 18 November 2024
Episode 156
Thandiswa starts acting oddly at the salon. Leroy questions her behaviour. Nomeva eyeballs Jaxon and Caesar, unsettling them. Martha fears repercussions of reversing Philile’s curse.
Tuesday 19 November 2024
Episode 157
Jaxon panics over Nomeva’s sudden request for Caesar and him to honour Samson. Caesar doesn’t see anything untoward and orders Jaxon to do as Nomeva asks.
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Episode 158
Thandiswa’s downward spiral culminates in a harrowing public meltdown. Meanwhile, Nomeva conspires with Sakhile to abduct her to perform the ritual.
Thursday 21 November 2024
Episode 159
Mpendulo is confused and worried about his mother, but Nomeva insists that Thandiswa’s ailment requires ancestral intervention.
Friday 22 November 2024
Episode 160
Sakhile grows increasingly anxious over her absence around town, and Jaxon and Martha have a minor argument over Thandiswa’s blouse.
Monday 25 November 2024
Episode 161
Petunia feels snubbed when Sakhile won’t tell her anything. Mamiki approaches Jaxon for the funds.
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Episode 162
Mpendulo tells Nomeva that Caesar has given him keys to the estate. He goes to visit his mother, and finds her tense after an encounter with Xoliswa.
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Episode 163
The doctor reveals Thandiswa wants pills and Caesar says the doctor should get them for her, which she does. Mpendulo now finds his mother medicated and weirdly happy.
Thursday 28 November 2024
Episode 164
Caesar allows Sakhile and Nomeva to see Thandiswa, but she won’t see them. Sakhile and Petunia have relationship woes.
Friday 29 November 2024
Episode 165
Sakhile tells Nomeva he’s done with trying to save Thandiswa. Petunia finds out that Sakhile lied about working a late shift and breaks up with him.

uBheki has been caught with his pants down! He is making this so easy for uZanemvula. #etvisiphethodestiny

Friday 1 November 2024
Episode 135 (379)

Rescue in the Chaos

 
Velaphi is upset when Nicole rejects family contact, while Nelly confides in Matshidiso bcause of her distress over her relationship with Bandze.

Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 136 (380)

Broken Vows: Love and Lies

A conflicted Velaphi, who is desperate for a cash injection, is offered a trip down memory lane by Nyiko.

Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 137 (381)

When The Night Falls

Solomzi buckles under pressure as Chuma expresses concerns about his relationship with Nandi affecting Nomsa.

Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 138 (382)

Signs

Thenji and Velaphi have a heart-to-heart with his criminal ways being part of the agenda. Nandi gets a health scare that leaves Solomzi shocked and concerned.

Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 139 (383)

Hell Hath No Fury

Solomzi is pushed into a corner when Nandi makes a difficult plea. Velaphi plans to implement a new business venture that involves the car wash.

Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 140 (384)

Hello Daddy

Nandi drops a bombshell on Solomzi that will change their lives forever. Bandze and Minnie’s love-filled relationship is the new talk of the town.

Monday 11 November 2024
Episode 141 (385)

Changes

A stunned Solomzi doesn’t know how to take the news and Nandi is left bewildered when Solomzi offers her some money to “take care” of the pregnancy.

Tuesday 13 November 2024
Episode 142 (386)

Gosiame

A burdened Solomzi indirectly seeks advice from Chuma. Solomzi is desperate to talk to Nandi, but she shuts him out. Velaphi’s ego is bruised when he struggles to understand a school subject.

Wednesday 14 November 2024
Episode 143 (387)

Moses

Phara Boy inspires Nomsa to help improve the lives of troubled boys in the community. Nomsa decides that she’s going to help Phara boy, and Bra Solly is worried and does the unthinkable.

Thursday 15 November 2024
Episode 144 (388)

Amaphupho Ayafezeka

Nomsa is shocked and angered when she sees a blast from her recent past. Nomsa’s foe has a sinister plan for her. Velaphi’s dreams are shot down before they take off.

Friday 16 November 2024
Episode 145 (389)

In-tensions

Nomsa sets a trap for Phara Boy, but the congregants are left shocked when Phara boy makes crazy allegations against Nomsa. Velaphi’s ideas are just not hitting the mark with his family’s approval.

Monday 18 November 2024
Episode 146 (390)

Crucified

Nomsa is pained by Bra Solly’s accusation. Nomsa and Thenjiwe are shocked to hear Velaphi’s business decision. It’s the battle of the bed between Bandze and Nelly.

Cohen is after Tiro that’s a good move #etvScandal

Friday 1 November 2024
Episode 172

When issued with a serious threat, Tiro is forced to do damage control. A disgruntled landlord’s complaints leave a father worried. Gloria’s new scheme lives to fight another day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Monday 4 November 2024
Episode 173

Just when life seems to be on the rise, baby mama drama comes knocking. Things take a left turn when Ma’Dlomo confronts Nhloso. Gloria spins her web of lies, but will Prudence buy it?

Tuesday 5 November 2024
Episode 174

A woman emerges from the woodwork, questioning her motives. Family bonds strengthen, but heartbreak comes. Gloria and Mbuso implement new measures to maintain subterfuge.

Wednesday 6 November 2024
Episode 175

When NFH is faced with more issues, Layla confronts Dintle about her deceit. A mother struggles to take a big new step, not wanting to leave her daughter in the lurch.

Thursday 7 November 2024
Episode 176

A man’s raised hopes to see a woman who has his attention leave him disappointed. Mbuso’s disheveled appearance has Prudence wondering about what’s happening under her nose.

Friday 8 November 2024
Episode 177

A man squirms waiting for life-changing confirmation. Absence makes the heart grow fonder not forget. Food fights are the order of the day at Uthuli.

Monday 11 November 2024
Episode 178

Ma’Dlomo grapples with the idea of ‘the other woman’. Prudence alerts Vuvu to her suspicions about why the canteen is failing – she points to a culprit.

Tuesday 12 November 2024
Episode 179

Tiro strikes a desperate deal. Nhloso is confronted with Ma’Dlomo’s fears and has to reassure her. Gloria’s carefully orchestrated venture teeters on the brink of chaos.

Wednesday 13 November 2024
Episode 180

Tiro stirs the pot by planting an evil seed. A discovery about Ma’Dlomo unsettles Nhloso. Gloria is upset with the wrong person.

Thursday 14 November 2024
Episode 181

Tiro spills the tea on some of his brother’s bad behaviour to a very impressionable young man. Hilda gives her friend sage advice on men. Vuvu finds herself in a bind but refuses to listen to reason.

Friday 15 November 2024
Epsisode 182

A mother’s love clashes with her son’s growing admiration. Shared walls conspire against a couple’s desire for intimacy. Vuvu extends an unexpected offer to an employee.

Monday 18 November 2024
Episode 183

The need for security patrols is dramatically illustrated. Taps’ gets the third degree from his family, and he can’t avoid the hard questions. Nhloso’s first impression of Hilda doesn’t count in her favour.

Tuesday 19 November 2024
Episode 184

A community in uproar opens Ndumiso’s eyes to problems he’s overlooked. An aunt takes an interest in getting to know her new nephew.

Wednesday 20 November 2024
Episode 185

Two wolves dressed in sheep’s clothing decide to take their thuggery to another level. Kgopolo finds himself caught between a rock and a very hard place. Two friends decide to start a business together.

Thursday 21 November 2024
Episode 186

Taps is in a tug-of-war between parental pressure and his parental instincts. A rough day leaves Lihle inconsolable and her parents concerned.

Friday 22 November 2024
Episode 187

Tiro commits serious misconduct when he is pushed to take matters into his own hands. Having to face a police lineup has two culprits are on edge. Nhloso has reservations about Ma’Dlomo’s side hustle.

Monday 25 November 2024
Episode 188

Sanda’s world is turned upside down when she discovers that her son’s rights were violated. A husband fiercely defends his wife’s honour with an unwavering warning.

Tuesday 26 November 2024
Episode 189

A shocking discovery threatens to unravel the trust Ndumiso has in a community leader. A father forces a son to confront his actions. A young lady struggles to balance her personal life and societal expectations.

Wednesday 27 November 2024
Episode 190

Kgopolo urges Taps to do the right thing as a man hould they get the desired outcome. Lihle comes home to a surprise that lifts her spirits. A troublesome pair see Cee-Jay as an obstacle they need to remove.

Thursday 28 November 2024
Episode 191

Ndumiso puts pressure on his inside man when his plan doesn’t fall into place fast enough. A heated conversation between Taps and Sanda catches Khumo’s attention. Tebello makes an interesting discovery about Lihle.

Friday 29 November 2024
Episode 192

An increasingly desperate Ndumiso gives Mbuso questionable instructions. Khumo’s choice shocks and hurts his mother. The laundry business runs into unexpected trouble.

It’s a boy! Inside Simz Ngema’s baby gender reveal

Simz Ngema and her lover Tino Chinyani are expecting another baby boy.

The South African singer and businesswoman had a white-themed gender reveal party.

A blue powder was released to reveal that the baby coming is a boy.

 
Simz shared photos of the ceremony on her social media account, which garnered her congratulatory messages.

“Another one💙❤️ Congratulations lil sis, I can’t wait to bite his cheeks just like I used to do kuBukha,” a follower wrote.

“We sooooo much love every single moment of being part of both the baby shower and gender reveal. It was really special. Thank you soooo much for making us a part of your special day,” another said.

“You saved your life”: Mome Mahlangu tells her husband on their 12th wedding anniversary

The couple’s marriage has made headlines several times for both the good and bad, but they’ve managed to overcome every challenge together.

Mome penned a lengthy note on social media as she talked about the different phases experienced with her man, and how they’ve worked to sustain the marriage.

To celebrate the anniversary, the couple has been visiting places they’ve been to years ago.

 
The businesswoman’s continued by paying tribute to her husband.

“@tolassmothegamer you may have ridiculed yourself during your breakdown crisis but im happy u saved your life, Mendup to Heal properly and Healing together has been educational, aligning, compassionate, spiritually full filing, restoring our lives and mostly living in our happiness, seeing us wake up and putting the broken pieces together.”

“From morning devotion and daily prayers has brought mental and emotional peace, stronger than I thought we were, feeling like this new decade that we are in Is yet to unfold God’s plan cause he never takes us through storms to leave us and forsake us.I’m blessed to have seen his work through out our journey, more is yet to unfold as we remain under his Thrown.”

She concludes by expressing love to the comedian.

“@tolassmothegamer God’s mercy Is sufficient to all of us I love you, like fat kid loves cake * koteni Mahlangu ka nzunza . I love you like pastor Enigma loves “u jesu Uthi ” love your husband”

Somizi dragged for identifying as a married woman with outfit choice

Somizi dragged for identifying as a married woman with outfit choice

Somizi Mhlongo has been called out for crossing the line with his recent outfit.

The fashion choices of the South African celebrity have always turned heads, but this time, his outfit sparked more than admiration—it ignited a heated discussion about cultural appropriation and respect.

 
Somizi’s recent post wearing a traditional Ndebele blanket and idzila usually reserved for married women raised eyebrows, and a particular tweet brought this to light, exclaiming, “This is utter nonsense! This specific design of the Ndebele blanket and Idzila is specially made for married women only!! Manikelela la!!!”

For many, Somizi’s fashion statement crossed a line by repurposing cultural symbols that hold deep meaning.

Within Ndebele culture, specific designs of blankets and idzila are worn exclusively by married women, signifying status and respect.

These items aren’t just garments—they carry cultural heritage and identity. When worn out of context, it can feel disrespectful to those for whom these items are sacred.

Somizi Mhlongo wore the outfit to meet the legendary Esther Mahlangu. It was his first time meeting the Gogo, which was a dream come true.