This July, 1802: Love Defies Time delivers shocking ancestral messages, forbidden romances, and life-altering decisions that will change the village forever.
Tuesday 1 July 2025
Episode 65: Blood
The village water mysteriously turns to blood, leaving everyone terrified of the ancestors’ message. At the Reed Dance, Nomasomi’s reed breaks, exposing her lost virginity. Under pressure from Zuko and his father, Athi considers terminating her pregnancy.
Wednesday 2 July 2025
Episode 66: Like Father Like Son
MamPinga faces violent backlash for allowing Nomasomi to participate in the ceremony, while Nomasomi attempts suicide. As the water crisis worsens, threatening famine, Athi moves closer to ending her pregnancy despite the consequences.
Monday 7 July 2025
Episode 67: Appeasing the Ancestors
Longamo desperately searches for solutions to the water crisis. Zuko reacts strongly to news of Athi’s pregnancy. Meanwhile, Mthwakazi offers Nomasomi an escape from her heartbreak.
Tuesday 8 July 2025
Episode 68: Love and Marriage… and Babies
Khosi receives news that will change her life forever. Zuko’s support for Athi falls flat, while Nomasomi’s plea to see Longamo is rejected once again.
Wednesday 9 July 2025
Episode 69: When One Door Closes…
Melisizwe finds himself in a dangerous situation. Longamo performs one final act of love before saying goodbye to Nomasomi forever. Two expecting parents show completely different attitudes toward their unborn child.
Monday 21 July 2025
Episode 70: Forced Marriages
Nomabali lies about losing her virginity to Longamo. Melisizwe’s position becomes compromised as Khosi is forcibly prepared for marriage to Longamo against her will. Before the wedding, Khosi gives Melisizwe an unforgettable gift.
Tuesday 22 July 2025
Episode 71: A New Dawn
MaMthembu rejoices at Khosi’s pregnancy news but fears Longamo and MamCwerha discovering the truth. Melisizwe’s attempt to rescue Khosi and their baby fails. Meanwhile, Athi and Zuko grow closer as he commits to starting fresh.
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Episode 72: Kumkani Weds Not
Khosi’s forced marriage to Longamo is dramatically called off when her pregnancy becomes public knowledge, reuniting her with Melisizwe. Athi’s ntlawulo delegation becomes a laughing stock, while Longamo clashes with his interfering mother.
Monday 27 July 2025
Episode 73: Murder Most Foul
Khosi escapes to safety while MamCwerha captures and attempts to kill Melisizwe. Zuko pulls out all stops to win Athi’s heart. Longamo’s conflict with his mother reaches new heights.
Tuesday 28 July 2025
Episode 74: Farewell, My Queen
MamCwerha pushes Longamo too far, sealing her own fate. Zuko gets an unexpected reaction from his ex’s family. MamThembu organizes a daring mission to rescue Melisizwe.
Wednesday 29 July 2025
Episode 75: The Pit of Despair
Longamo vows to hunt down Khosi and bring her back, but Melisizwe stands in his way. Zuko explodes when he discovers Lerumo has gone behind his back, leading to dangerous consequences.
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