Ithonga, Episode 70

We're introduced to the world of eZulwini, where the Magwaza family seems to emerge triumphant from an early tragedy. Little do they know that their troubles are only beginning.

Banele's actions jeopardise his brother's good news. MaNtuli finds a way to make peace, but new information changes everything.

As the Magwazas prepare to honour tradition, disagreements threaten to derail the negotiations. Zama and Banele's relationship hangs in the balance as Pablo puts his foot down to protect his daughter.

Banele's grand gesture softens Zama's heart, and he makes a noble decision. Pablo discovers Zama, and it leaves him furious.

Pablo makes a drastic decision, and Banele finds himself in a war he was not prepared for.

Banele and Sanele are rushed to the hospital, where their twin lives hang in the balance.

Zama receives utterly crushing news that renders her efforts to win over her father nought, while Pablo fears dealing with the ramifications of his actions.

Pablo goes to war to protect his secret, while Sanele struggles with the death of a loved one. MaNtuli gets closer and closer to the truth.

Zama must make a difficult decision, to respect Pablo's wishes or hurt Banele. Sanele's attempt to sever ties with Banele takes a turn.

MaNtuli finds out about Banele's secret life. Sanele grapples with his grief, but an extraordinary encounter forces him to question his destiny.

Sanele is welcomed into the construction world by both a threat and a gift. Pablo fails to get through to Zama while Lungelo continues his little play at being the golden boy.

Sanele is caught between principles and temptation. Zama's grief reaches a breaking point as tensions erupt. Mbali must decide where her loyalty lies.

The champagne lifestyle starts to taste bitter to Lungelo, and Nokwanda feels she knows what's best for her family, but will she only drag them to hell?

MaNtuli falls apart until Mbali reminds the family who Sanele is. Nkosinathi stands up for his brother, only to be betrayed. An unlikely hero comes to the Magwaza's rescue.

Mbali is broken over Sanele's decision, while Lungelo's world falls apart.

Lungelo risks it all with his lies. Zama's mood is lifted after her encounter with Sanele.

Sanele stands his ground on the ethics of doing business. Lungelo flips the script on Nkosinathi. Zama milks Ayanda for information but doesn't like what she hears.

Lungelo's about to find out you can't outrun a lie. Zama and Sanele's love for their loved one draws them closer together.

Pablo learns that the walls have ears, and we find out exactly what Themba is made of.

Banele's spirit forces Zama and Sanele together. Themba uses unconventional methods to deal with Lungelo.

MaNtuli can't quite believe what her eyes tell her, and Phinda gets ahead of himself again.

Zama manipulates Pablo into making Sanele an offer he can't refuse. Mbali battles to put her family back together.

MaKhumalo is helpless as Sanele makes a deal with the devil, while Lungelo finds himself a new thrill to chase. Phinda's delusions continue to grow.

Sanele's crossing of the rubicon creates earthshaking changes in his life, while Mbali comes face-to-face with a new threat. Lungelo commits himself to yet another reckless mission.

When it becomes clear that Sanele is set on a new way of doing business, Mbali makes a tough decision. Amahle's risky move lands her and Lungelo in hot water. Phinda's world comes crashing down.

Sanele's relationship with the Ntanzis raises alarm bells. Induna's rage ignites a relentless search for Amahle.

Sanele accepts a dangerous proposition from his brother despite his mother's fight for his soul. The Dladla family's dignity hangs in the balance because of Lungelo's actions.

MaKhumalo witnesses something that fills her with fury. The noose around Themba's neck tightens even more as Induna and the councilmen deliberate on his family's fate.

Banele's presence looms stronger over Sanele, blurring the line between the living and the dead. A strained love and an unexpected encounter set the stage for choices that will change everything.

The brothers have a supernatural showdown. The Dladlas are at a crossroads.

As Zama spirals, Mbali's love for Sanele pushes her to make a life-changing decision. Induna delivers a devastating blow to the Dladla family - one they may never recover from.

Sanele and Mbali gear up for a future together in eZulwini, while the Dladlas’ world collapses on them. Mbongeni finds himself on a treacherous path, caught between two women.

Pablo saves the Dladlas from their banishment and then immediately collects on his favour. Nokwanda overhears what MaKhumalo thinks of her.

Phinda becomes a casualty of Zama's jealousy, and the Magwaza homestead is turned upside down.

Zama has a big surprise in store for the Dladlas. Nokwanda fights for what she feels she deserves.

Mbali's defiance costs her family enormously, and the war between MaKhumalo and Nokwanda reaches a point of no return.

Mbongeni's heart is torn between Nokwanda and MaKhumalo. Pablo tightens his grip on the Dladlas.

A significant change is coming Ezulwini, leaving Pablo clutching at straws. Mbongeni is spiralling out of control without his wife, and this causes more tension in the Magwaza household

Pablo is blindsided by the new municipal manager and scrambles to regain control. The Magwaza family is falling apart as Mbongeni spirals and old wounds resurface.

The Magwazas finally put their squabbles behind them. However, Ayanda feels the weight of a missing family member. A storm brews in Pablo's camp as Thuli asserts herself as a threat to his efforts.

Ayanda struggles with the weight of her 18th birthday. She is triggered by a surprise delivery from beyond the grave. An unexpected power shift threatens to upend Pablo's influence on the business forum.

Just as Pablo is about to celebrate a victory, the rug is rudely yanked from under him. Ayanda's renewed grief over Banele forces her into isolation.

Pablo turns the village against Thuli while Gadla is closing in on taking him out as chairman. Ayanda's grief takes a turn that could end up putting Sanele's life in danger.

Ayanda's behaviour makes the Magwazas wonder if something supernatural may happen. Thulisile finds out just what kind of enemy she is facing.

Pablo tightens his grip on power, leaving fear in his wake. The Magwazas honour Banele's memory as an unsettling truth unravels that could shake their family to its core.

Thulisile's water project collapses. Can she find a way to fight back? Pablo tightens his grip on the community so no one dares to challenge his rule.

Sanele defies Pablo. Nokwanda puts fear into Ayanda's matric dance date. In his frustration, Pablo says too much to MaKhumalo.

Pablo confesses his life-long love for MaKhumalo. Sanele is awarded the tender, drawing a line on the sand.

Banele makes his presence known to Sanele amid his new big project. Lungelo's world tilts a little when the devil finally comes to collect on a favour owed.

Lungelo is forced to do something that will compromise Thuli. The unexpected happens as the Magwazas.

Thuli and Sanele are making progress with the water project, unaware the business forum is executing their ruin. Ayanda returns home with no memory of where she went, making Nokwanda worry deeply.

Just as Thuli and Sanele think they have everything under control, they are dealt another blow. The Magwazas spiral into panic when the unexpected occurs.

Sanele puts a shocking plan in motion. Ayanda has a spiritual encounter.

Zama starts to worry that Phinda might have some dark plans for Sanele. Nokwanda tries to help Ayanda behind everyone's back.

Thuli and Sanele's victory is short-lived. Ayanda delivers a chilling message to the Magwazas.

MamBhele has searing and damning words for Sanele. Guilt plagues Lungelo.

Pablo uses the final hammer to destroy Sanele and the Magwaza.  Ayanda's happiness is short-lived when she is struck by paralysis.

With the contract lost, Sanele takes desperate steps to save Magwaza Construction, but at what cost? Ayanda's condition worsens, and the family fears this is beyond medical explanation.

Things continue to fall apart for Sanele, and a chilling message from the other side brings him to his knees.

Two spirits fight for one body. Who will emerge victorious? A loved one's life hangs by a thread.

Sanele's body walks the earth, but another soul is in control. While Pablo's eye is on Gadla's tender, Gadla is eyeing Pablo's best possession.

Banele takes a drastic measure that threatens to expose him and Sanele. Zama takes a leap of faith and opens herself up to a suitor.

Banele gambles on peace with Gadla but walks away with nothing but shame. MaKhumalo and Mbali begin to fear the man they love is slipping away from them.

Banele has to change tact to outsmart an opponent. Zama realises that moving on from Banele won't be easy.

Banele and Sanele celebrate a victory, but Banele compromises them both.

An explosive night leads to shocking consequences, leaving Sanele scrambling to hide his betrayal from Mbali. Phinda's thirst for power grows dangerously as he basks in Pablo's recognition, but a harsh reality check awaits.

Sanele struggles to make peace with Banele's actions while also resisting Zama's advances. Phinda's resentment of the Ntanzis reaches a boiling point.

Mbali wrestles with Sanele, telling her lies. Zama has feelings for Sanele and is unwilling to walk away from him. Phinda commits a cardinal scene against Pablo.

Phinda worries that Mduduzi knows what he's done. Sanele struggles to accept that his biggest helper may turn into the biggest problem in his life.

The missing money threatens to fracture a strong relationship between brothers. Sanele and Zama's union hangs by a thread as Banele and Mbali's intentions become stronger.

As two elephants go to war at the Ntanzi house, Mam' Faith discovers a shocking truth. Sanele finds himself at odds with Mbali while Zama searches for answers about Banele and Sanele's connection.

Mam' Faith has a hard decision, while Pablo and Mduduzi remain at odds. Will their relationship survive? Mbali and Sanele butt heads.

As Zama reels from Sanele's silence and betrayal, Phinda steps into Mduduzi's shoes, but the cost of ambition, loyalty, and buried truths threatens to unravel everyone's carefully built facades.

Zama wants answers from Sanele. Is Phinda ready to fill the big shoes of his predecessor?

The Magwazas' delight and excitement are short-lived when the Dladlas list arrives.

Mam' Faith begging for Phinda's life falls on deaf ears. Pablo and Mduduzi do a forgiveness ritual. MaKhumalo is forced by Sanele to apologise to the Dladlas.

As the Dladlas and Magwazas prepare for umembeso, Banele appears to Zama and takes her away. Mduduzi wants Phinda and Mam' Faith dead as Phinda gears up to escape the Nzanzi compound.

Sanele's world unravels as Zama takes matters into her own hands, while Mbali's excitement for the umembeso fades into crippling anxiety. Mam' Faith faces the grave consequences of Phinda's betrayal.

Pablo pushes Phinda and Mam' Faith to their breaking point. Sanele's decision sends a shockwave through everyone, leaving Mbali devastated as Zama tightens her grip.

Brothers come to blows as a critical decision is made. Zama finally lets go of an old love while Sanele races against time to win Mbali back.

Pablo longs for Makhumalo's companionship. The Dladlas get the shock of their lives.

Nkosinathi nearly gives his family a heart attack, while MaKhumalo has another cruel plot twist in her life.

MaKhumalo has to make a big decision. Iminathi's presence at the Dladlas continues to cause havoc.

MaKhumalo wrestles with the 'truth' about Banele's murderer while Iminathi sets her sights on her husband's brother.

Pablo's plan worked. He gears up for the next phase. Iminathi makes a move on Lethokuhle.

A drugged dessert exposes cracks in the Dladla household. Pablo makes an unexpected move, and MaKhumalo is left wondering if the past she's buried is ready to rise again.

Pablo wants forever, but can MaKhumalo risk everything? Ayanda intends to hit the road, but first, she'll have to break a few rules and maybe steal a bakkie.

Iminathi tries to right things, but Lethokuhle won't let her live her mistakes down. MaKhumalo struggles to keep her dealings with Pablo under wraps. Ayanda's driving lesson is disastrous.

Pablo lays his heart bare before a scared MaKhumalo. A new spark buds between Lungelo and Ayanda while Lethokuhle's troubles with Nkosinathi and Iminathi worsen.

MaKhumalo makes a firm decision, leaving her family baffled. Iminathi has wreaked havoc at the Dladlas.

MaKhumalo is ready to fight for her heart, but Mbongeni's protection costs her everything. Secrets spiral out of control as Iminathi plays her game. Nkosinathi's pride is under fire as loyalty, love, and truth collide.

MaKhumalo and Pablo take a step forward, while Ayanda and Lungelo's plan to avoid suspicion brings further drama to the Dladlas.

Makhumalo and Pablo's attempt to unite their families goes up in flames. Ayanda confesses.

Mbali has bad news for Nkosinathi, and Sanele discovers an even bigger challenge on the horizon.

MaKhumalo's new relationship enjoys no support from the Magwaza men, and she's forced to make a difficult decision. Themba leads with love, unaware that a bad tragedy awaits one of his sons.

A near-fatal attack brings Ayanda and Lungelo closer. Rivalry brews at the Magwaza construction site, and a surprising promotion puts one Dladla brother in the centre of a storm.

Ayanda's heart wavers as she shares a secret kiss with Lungelo. Pablo plans revenge.

Ayanda and Lungelo's secret affair makes the pressure to keep it hidden harder. Zama's attempt to cover up her feeding scheme scandal crumbles. There's a battle for power at Magwaza Construction.

Zama loses it when she learns she has not been shortlisted for the tender, which shatters Sanele's world. Lethokuhle's attempt to make peace with his brother fails, and Lungelo and Ayanda are caught red-handed.

Sanele finds himself caught in a love triangle from hell while Ayanda and Lungelo have fun outsmarting the adults.

Mbali's victory inspires Zama to plot her revenge. With his family fighting against his love, Lungelo devises a cunning solution for himself and Ayanda.

Zama implements her bold new plan. Lungelo and Ayanda's quiet rebellion creates a feud between the two families. A thief descends at the Magwazas site, leaving Lethokuhle trapped in a trap like a mouse.

Mbongeni is on a warpath about undelivered materials. Lethokuhle's new position is the furthest thing from what he expected. Themba is determined to show Lungelo he's not a man yet.

MaKhumalo goes a step too far in her need for retribution. Lungelo makes a decision that stuns Ayanda. Themba's humiliation at Lungelo's hands is never-ending.

Lungelo returns to face his father. The Magwazas might be facing the beginning of the end. Nkosinathi is not willing to let Lethokuhle's beating slide.

The Magwazas face danger and tough choices as they help after a flood. Nkosinathi reveals who stole from MaKhumalo, leading to a confrontation and an unexpected apology.

As dawn breaks over Ezulwini, Gadla unveils a bold new power play. The balance of power has shifted and for the first time, Pablo is speechless.

Themba and MaMbhele worry about what their connection to the Magwazas will mean for their family. Pablo sets his men on a mission while tensions grow in the Magwaza's homestead.

Gadla looks set to be the new king of eZulwini, and to get what he wants from Sanele. The Dladlas are worried about the violence, and Themba asks Mbali to do something huge.

Sanele crosses the rubicon, making MaKhumalo worry about who he's about to become, while Pablo receives a chilling message from the ancestors.

An unlikely alliance is formed between Sanele and Pablo to take down a common enemy.

Sanele fights for his life against an enemy, but with doubts swirling around him, will he win?

A man Pablo and Sanele were convinced they buried rises from the dead.

Sanele is pushed into a corner, forcing him to question his decisions, while Pablo reveals the difficult choice he made to Zama.

Things explode when Zama brings the lobola talks to a halt. Sanele resists against his family and Gadla's dirty tactics. Mbali seeks comfort from MaKhumalo, but receives a brutal awakening.

Gadla adds another twist to the game for Sanele while Zama struggles to come to terms with her father's betrayal.

Sanele's defiance puts the whole family in jeopardy. The walls are closing in on Zama.

Sanele's heart falters, but his mission to shut Gadla down is unwavering. Zama prepares for a wedding that feels like a funeral. Can Mbali survive the strain between the Dladlas and the Magwazas?

Sanele faces yet another serious health scare. Gadla is in shock when he realises he's been outsmarted. Zama and Phinda do the unexpected.

Sanele stands bold against an enemy, but will it be enough? Phinda's brave gesture to save Zama comes at the price of putting someone he loves in danger.

Sanele wakes from a nightmare that feels more like a prophecy. Pablo spirals into violence. With spiritual tensions rising and secrets suffocating those who keep them, the Magwaza family fractures between belief and denial.

Sanele suffers the consequences of refusing to do the right thing. Pablo decides to stop dancing to Gadla's tune.

Sanele is finally pushed to come clean to Gumede and finds himself at the brink of collapse. Pablo finds a way to reach Phinda and issues a difficult ultimatum.

Sanele is caught between doing what is right and letting go. Phinda is uncertain about his next move and must make a difficult decision.

Sanele reasserts his leadership. The consequences of Phinda's betrayal start to eat at him. Zama remains defiant.

Pushed to the edge, Zama makes a decision that leaves someone in her life devastated. Are the Dladlas and Magwazas ready to bury the hatchet, or are the wounds too deep for peace?

As Sanele prepares to say goodbye to the brother who has haunted his every breath, Zama faces the ultimate betrayal. Meanwhile, some choices leave no survivors.

Phinda has to face the music, and Sanele prays that his skeletons will not follow him into his marriage.

Two families unite. One son disappears. A shot rings out. Zama is set to wed, but Gadla turns up the pressure. Sanele begins the cleansing ritual, but his blood flows.

Banele helps Sanele defy death by taking his place. Banele rushes to his family's rescue, but death still comes knocking. Zama and Gadla stand off before their big day.

Themba cannot deal with the grief and takes it out on a loved one. Zama cuts her father off while Banele asserts himself as his brother's keeper.

The Dladla home fractures under the weight of Themba's grief and accusations. Pablo's tentative apologies are brushed aside. Zama follows her heart to her man, who has returned from beyond.

Pablo is gearing up for war as the Dlaldas and Magwazas prepare to meet and decide on Mbali and Sanele's marriage.

The Dladlas and the Magwazas walk the thin line of broken peace as they prepare to bury Nkosinathi. Pablo's murderous efforts to reach Zama fail.

Emotions reach boiling point as the Dladlas say goodbye to a loved one and MaKhumalo receives news that leaves her shaken.

Old loyalties fracture and new allegiances take shape as Banele is offered a seat at the high table, and MaKhumalo begins to suspect the impossible.

Themba has everyone from the Dladlas to the Magwazas fearing the worst. Banele makes decisions that could draw his family further into Pablo's net.

Zama has Banele back, but he carries secrets that shatter everything she believes about love, death, and identity. MaKhumalo feels something in her son is eerily familiar.

MaKhumalo demands the truth, but can she handle it? The Dladlas and the Magwazas are at a crossroads as Nkosinathi's death towers over them like a monument of grief.

MaKhumalo demands the impossible and gets it. MaMbhele's good intentions unleash a storm no one is ready for.