‘uThando Nes’thembu’ returns with more drama in the Mseleku family

Mzansi’s favourite polygamous family is back for a new season.

uThando Nes’thembu returns to Mzansi Magic to give audiences answers to the question about whether or not the four wives of Musa Mseleku have managed to heal the rifts from the last season.

Season four ended with uncertainty as the Mseleku wives – MaCele, MaYeni, MaKhumalo and MaNgwabe – were unanimous in their decision that Musa having a fifth wife would bring more discord in the family.

In the last episode, he held a family meeting confronting his wives about their inappropriate clothing, the discourse in the households and the accusations thrown to divide the family.

The most vocal opponent of Musa having a fifth wife was his first wife MaCele. She was unhappy at how Musa was persisting with his decision even without their blessing. Musa also had to deal with all his wives becoming more independent and spending less time with him.

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Most notably, the fourth wife MaNgwabe – who is currently pursuing her nursing qualifications – also informed Musa that she didn’t want to get pregnant again because of her career ambitions. Their relationship appeared to be becoming more distanced and rocky.

Nomsa Philiso, director of local entertainment channels at M-Net, said: “This reality TV show continues to give viewers content that is intriguing and explosive, and as we head into Heritage Month, it gives them further insights into cultural practices that have been around for decades in the modern-day family setup.”

uThando Nes’thembu season five will show more of MaYeni’s journey as a grandmother, MaKhumalo’s fertility struggles and MaNgwabe’s attempt to heal her marriage with Musa.

Mamkhulu organises an all-girls trip to bring them back together, it is still up in the air if this would work.

uThando Nes’thembu has divided public opinion. Some people believe the wives seem unhappy in the arrangement because of their interaction with each other and the “control” Musa has.

uThando Nes’thembu returns on screen September 16 at 8.30pm on Mzansi Magic, DStv channel 161.