Set in the picturesque township of Bergville, KwaZulu‑Natal, Homecoming follows Zethu Hlongwane — a brilliant medical graduate with dreams of becoming one of South Africa’s few Black female surgeons, who returns to her rural roots when her career plans collapse. Back in her hometown, Zethu navigates the collision of two worlds — the evidence‑based rigor of Western medicine and the spiritual power of traditional African healing. Her meeting with Sifiso Kubheka, a police officer by day and traditional healer by night, unravels new layers of identity, love, and belief.
Premiere episodes of Homecoming air on Mzansi Wethu from Mondays to Wednesdays at 18h30.
Monday 4 August 2025
Episode 4
Hometown Glory
As Zethu basks in the new warmth from the village. After saving Sifiso’s son, his gratitude leads to a deeply intimate gesture. Meanwhile Matron Khathazile receives a juicy piece of information.
Tuesday 5 August 2025
Episode 5
Good deeds have short legs
As Matron Khathazile’s vendetta against Zethu intensifies, and she finds even more damning evidence, Sifiso’s defence of Zethu becomes even more passionate. Clearly, he’s defending more than just her professional integrity.
Wednesday 6 August 2025
Episode 6
Collapse of the facade
Sifiso goes back on duty as a father and he’s instantly humbled by his Captain, but then disobeys him. Zethu finds out who Shobane really is, and then worse… what his mother’s capable of.
Monday 11 August 2025
Episode 7
Searching for strength
Zethu has to pick up the pieces after everything falls apart but finds moments of joy with Sifiso, who is also facing an ethical predicament at work.
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Episode 8
One for the team
Zethu clashes with her family over her decision to dig for answers, and her mother’s ultimatum pushes her to breaking point. Sifiso sets off to make peace with Shwabi, unaware of the ripple effect it will cause.
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Episode 9
Check mate
Zethu’s courageous actions ultimately seem futile as she is punished for her pride, even though she was standing up for a greater truth.
Monday 18 August 2025
Episode 10
A doctor in suspension
The chemistry between Sifiso and Zethu gets hotter after their latest heroic act while Zethu learns the truth about Khathazile and Dr Mkhize.
Tuesday 19 August 2025
Episode 11
Sweet revenge
Zethu is gutted when Sifiso gets her the proof she needs to clear her name, but tells her she can’t use it, however, Nomfundo comes to the rescue.
Wednesday 20 August 2025
Episode 12
I Rise
Zethu reclaims her place with pride. But victory is never simple, and not everyone is ready to let go of old power. As secrets unravel, love collides with duty in ways no one saw coming.
