uBettina Wethu tells the story of a naive rural girl who gets a job working for one of Johannesburg’s most eligible bachelors. Despite the obstacles, she succeeds in winning his heart and surpassing her wildest expectations in company. It is the South African remake of Ugly Betty.
uBettina Wethu 2 airs on e.tv from Mondays to Fridays at 20h30, with a repeat at 17h00 the following day.
Thursday 1 June 2023
Episode 38
The spin
Betty finds herself in a battle against Kea, Brandon and Duma when she refuses to spin the Striker’s profile after his bad reputation comes to light. Dingaan and Brandon are excited to work on the PrimeGas&Oil pitch, but realize they need an office in Cape Town to apply.
Reggie is excited when he gets a contract with AJ and promises his family he will take care of them.
Friday 2 June 2023
Episode 39
Home sweet home
Betty becomes increasingly desperate to find her own place. She protests working with Jackson, the controversial soccer Striker and is shocked when Kea is more than happy to take over.
Monday 5 June 2023
Episode 40
The spin
Betty realizes her living arrangement with Zaza is not working out while she struggles to deal with her principles regarding her project at work with Kea.
Dingaan offers Archie Senior more shares after struggling to raise funds for the PrimeGas&Oil deal. Reggie finds his spot in the limelight, but Mpilo and Mamiki feel left out.
Tuesday 6 June 2023
Episode 41
Strings attached
Betty struggles with the moral dilemma and temptation of Kea’s bribe. Dingaan is worried about his expansion plans as Linda initiates a shareholder vote.
A reluctant Duma is asked by Linda to actively work to get rid of Archie. Reggie is devastated when he gets his first payment from his DJ work and it’s not what he was expecting.
Wednesday 7 June 2023
Episode 42
Dinner with the Jiyanes
Betty finally reveals all the dirt she has on Kea and convinces Nubia to fire her, even if they lose the contract. Dingaan celebrates the win in the CT office but the celebrations quickly turn sour. Lakhe’s dreams of being a Jiyane are dashed.
Thursday 8 June 2023
Episode 43
Baggage
After Duma and Betty finally do the deed, Betty is head over heels in love. Dingaan tries to make up for last night’s dinner to Archie and pushes to get the R30M while Duma basks in the Jiyane glow and is accepted into the board.
Lakhe realizes her time is over at Nubia and considers selling her shares to the highest bidder.
Friday 9 June 2023
Episode 44
Home improvements
Betty is in the dilemma as she struggles to pay for home improvements, while reeling from Warona closing down. Dingaan is elated as Archie finally gives him the money for the Cape Town office, but Dduma finds it hard to warn him about their father.
Reggie wrangles Mpilo into helping him get more money from AJ, but he kicks them out with pie on their face.
Monday 12 June 2023
Episode 45
Gone girl
Betty takes the first steps in realising her vision for saving Warona magazine. Dingaan’s world comes crashing down when he discovers a shocking truth about Delilah. Lakhe finally decides to leave Nubia.
Tuesday 13 June 2023
Episode 46
Scammed
Betty plans her future as Mrs Jiyane and editor of iWarona. Duma discovers Delilah was in cahoots with Archie. Reggie is caught cheating and gets dumped.
Wednesday 14 June 2023
Episode 47
The proposal
Betty commits herself to Warona, feeling guilty about Phumzile putting her pension on the line. Duma plots to take down Archie while planning a proposal to Betty. Lakhe tries to get Oba back.
Thursday 15 June 2023
Episode 48
Focus groupies
Betty decides to run a focus group for iWarona with hilarious results. Duma and Linda put a plan into action to take down Archie Snr. Reggie gets himself into even more hot water with AJ.
Friday 16 June 2023
Episode 49
And the Truth Shall Out
Betty and the team launch the iWarona campaign teaser to some bad reviews until Betty is suggested as the cover. Betty breaks up with Duma after learning who he truly is. Dingaan, Duma and Linda deal with the after effects of Archie’s while Lakhe grovels to Oba.
Monday 19 June 2023
Episode 50
Exposed
Betty has a successful iWarona cover shoot and rearranges her finances post breakup. Dingaan and Linda rebuild their relationship while considering shutting Nubia down. Israel gets a job at Nubia.
Tuesday 20 June 2023
Episode 51
The Beginning of the End
Betty finds herself conflicted between her own ambitions and Nubia. Dingaan struggles with the harsh reality of Nubia’s future. Izzy starts his new job at Nubia with mixed results.
Wednesday 21 June 2023
Episode 52
Season 2 finale!
Betty’s iWarona launch is a success. Dingaan attempts to save Nubia by offering Betty the CEO role in a shell company. Reggie and Mamiki make amends as he stands up for himself against AJ.