Uzalo is a popular South African television drama series set in the fictional township of KwaMashu and follows the lives, struggles, and relationships of two rival families, the Mdletshes and the Xulus, as they navigate various challenges and conflicts. The show deals with various social issues and features a diverse cast of talented actors.
Premiere episodes of Uzalo air on SABC1 from Mondays to Fridays at 20h30.
Friday 1 May 2026
Episode 47
Nkunzi dares to do the impossible, fuelled by evil thoughts. Lilly opens up about what has been happening with her, sending waves of fear through the Xaba household. Babekazi and Mbatha struggle to keep a healthy distance in each other’s love lives.
Monday 4 May 2026
Episode 48
Nkunzi is pushed to the edge by Evil Nkunzi. Lilly struggles to keep her secret safe, and Babekazi realises Mbatha may already be choosing someone else.
Tuesday 5 May 2026
Episode 49
Hleziphi and MaMlambo walk into a horrific scene at Trailblazers. Mondli pulls rank with his officers to protect a friend. Mbalenhle reveals why the Mother’s Day event is important to her.
Wednesday 6 May 2026
Episode 50
Hleziphi decides to use her own money to feed the kids, creating a wave of contributions. Lilly finally books a therapy session. Police Officers are wary of the rise in robberies in the township.
Thursday 7 May 2026
Episode 51
As KwaMashu cries out for protection, old ghosts are glorified. Lilly’s therapy yields nothing but frustration, while Sibongiseni is devastated after losing his life’s work.
Friday 8 May 2026
Episode 52
One side of the coin brings hope, the other brings ruins to the community of KwaMashu. Nkazimulo’s world is turned upside down as crime makes its mark, rattling people.
Monday 11 May 2026
Episode 53
Nkazimulo resists police intrusion at KwaNjomane, while Lilly resists a therapy process that ignores her voice.
Tuesday 12 May 2026
Episode 54
Sipho is shocked that Nkazimulo thinks he can protect KwaMashu. MaDongwe pushes Lilly to return to therapy so Njeza can come home to someone who is trying.
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Episode 55
Nkazimulo exits the house carrying Nkunzi’s gun. Sholiphi takes over Sgidi and Hawu’s territory. Prince and Mbalenhle learn the reason why Mbatha is mad at Smiso.
Thursday 14 May 2026
Episode 56
Mbalenhle turns KwaNjomane into a sanctuary of love for mothers, only to be shaken by what the day awakens in her.
Sbu steps into his calling as a preacher while battling the fear that his past will forever make him unworthy of Fikile and the Mother’s Day celebration ends with a moment that threatens to undo it all.
Friday 15 May 2026
Episode 57
Sbu is shaken by regret after giving in to temptation. Lilly’s hope of fixing things with Njeza is crushed, and Smiso takes centre stage, sidelining Mbatha.
Monday 18 May 2026
Episode 58
Nkazimulo finally meets Nkunzi’s fiery wrath. Nonka forces Lilly to accept that no apology can undo what she did, while Sholiphi’s hustle for clients leads her to desperate measures.
Tuesday 19 May 2026
Episode 59
Nkazimulo’s wildest fear sends him on a wild goose chase. Babekazi wins at love while Mbatha is hit by a mid-life crisis. Sholiphi’s con goes undetected.
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Episode 60
The Xaba’s plan a surprise for Njeza’s arrival from hospital. Nervousness contaminates the atmosphere but excitement about his return keeps their hopes high. Babekazi and Fikile catch up on Babekazi’s latest romantic endeavours.
Though entertaining, Fikile does not believe that Babekazi’s fling is as innocent as Babekazi makes it out to be.
Thursday 21 May 2026
Episode 61
Nkazimulo thinks he’s survived the danger… until a gunshot proves he was wrong. One woman, two men, and a public confrontation that threatens Smiso’s job and pride.
Friday 22 May 2026
Episode 62
Mbatha uses the trip to the World Cup to fight his battles, Geja grows more worried about Nkazimulo’s behaviour and MaDongwe comforts Lilly in her time of need.
Monday 25 May 2026
Episode 63
Nkazimulo’s greatest fear becomes reality. Nonka chooses peace over family. Sholiphi puffs and passes.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Episode 64
Lilly reaches out to Nonka through a letter, while Dr Bulekiwe derails Lilly’s therapy progress. Mbatha realizes that attending the World Cup may just become a distant dream when he finds out how much it all costs.
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Episode 65
Nkazimulo’s paranoia seems to have subsided until Geja walks into his bedroom without knocking. Lilly thanks MaDongwe for not giving up on her. And LaDlamini ghosts Mbatha after learning the truth about their World Cup trip.
Thursday 28 May 2026
Episode 66
Nkazimulo’s paranoia deepens as he takes matters into his own hands. Lilly’s attempt at redemption ends in devastation when her psychologist tears her down, meanwhile Sholiphi plays her game smoothly, proving she’s already thinking ten steps ahead.
Friday 29 May 2026
Episode 67
Nonka shuts the door on a painful chapter while she breathes life into another. Sholiphi runs a successful scam throughout the day only for her to be ‘scammed’.
