Jonga List
Hot shows Down arrow OMG Moments Find shows Find something to watch
  • On all services
  • On DStv
  • On Netflix
  • On Showmax
Close
  • Hot shows Right arrow
  • OMG Moments Right arrow

Choose genre

Choose type

Choose service

7 July 2020

#GomoraMzansi: Thathi comes back, begging for forgiveness

Thati returns with her tail between her legs because she believes she was wrong about her mother. But, as dedicated Gomora viewers, we know better …

By TVPlus

Have you ever accused your own mom of doing something bad, then had to go crawling back to apologise? Oh, the mileage! Spare a thought for Thathi.

The queen of lies

She slinks home in episode 46, humbly begging her mother Mam’Sonto for forgiveness. Previously Thathi thought (correctly, as it happens) that her mom was involved in the fatal episode 1 hijacking that left Thathi a widow and unravelled her bank-owner husband Mbongeni’s corruption and deceit.

But Mam’Sonto secretly threatened the investigating detective in episode 45 and demanded to be released. And Thathi now believes that she was mistaken and that Mam’Sonto’s plea of innocence was true – since the cops let her go.

It’s a cruel betrayal by the mother but not a surprising one. You’ve got to feel sorry for Thathi, sitting there in front of her sister Pretty and the kids for the grand grovel.

“I’m sorry, Mama. I know nothing can change what I’ve done. Or the things I’ve said and show you how sorry I am,” says a teary Thathi as Mam’Sonto stares at her coldly.

Mamsonto From Gomora

Not even the snipe of “Sorry, she says,” from Pretty can break Mam’Sonto’s stare. She knows full well that her daughter is right about her – she’s a monster. And in that moment, we realise just how cold the criminal really is, letting her already heartbroken daughter pour out her emotions based on a lie.

New look, new attitude

Also in episode 46, headmaster Melusi is calmly and clearly explaining the job requirements to his new cleaning lady at the school: reformed and sober neighbourhood alcoholic Zodwa. What’s going to have you blinking and wiping your eyes isn’t the fact that Zodwa has a job, but rather her timid nature and tone of voice.

Where there was once a snappy, harsh voice always looking for a fight, there’s now a doe-a-deer-like “Yes, sir, I’ll do that,” as Zodwa stands and listens to her new boss. Her appearance is neater too. Her hair is brushed, her clothes are clean, she’s wearing make-up and doesn’t look like the drunk rabble-rouser who’s been causing trouble since day 1 of the show.

<img loading=

And she’s not done being polite, saying to Melusi, who is trying to help her be a better person, “I just want to apologise for all the bad things I’ve done. I promise I won’t do it again.” Hopefully Melusi’s trust won’t be broken because it’s clear in his voice and on his face that he really wants to help the recovering alcoholic. If only she can keep her promise.

Teacher terror

Episode 46 is packed with one final bit of drama, which plays out over episodes 47-50, as the usually cool, calm, collected and disciplined Melusi loses his temper. His teacher Mr Ngoveni (Kabelo Ngakane) has just read the students the riot act over their bad behaviour. Now one or two riled-up learners are threatening to cause trouble if their teacher follows through with this threat of making them clean the classrooms after school.

Not taking disrespect, Mr Ngoveni tells his students, “This one (me) is going to teach you how to clean today (instead of maths literacy). Remember that you’ll be here after school, cleaning. Cleaning this classroom.”

Melusi played by Zolisa Xaluva

“Are you disagreeing? Whoever refuses can do so. I’ll meet you at the gate,” he says as he storms out the classroom. That temper tantrum isn’t the shocker – it’s what happens when the headmaster walks in as the kids are about to leave.

“You think you’re in charge here?” Melusi sneers to the ringleader. “I’m your elder, boy. Don’t forget that I’m still in charge here.” And with that, the student punches his headmaster.

Obviously, that wasn’t part of the video being recorded by the other students on their phones. Instead, what gets uploaded is a clip of headmaster Melusi punching a teenage student. And that’s the start of his worst nightmare…

Catch up on all new episodes of Gomora on Showmax and DStv Now, streaming every weekday!

Watch all episodes

Here's more on what you might've missed out on in Gomora:

  • #GomoraMzansi: Mother's at war
  • Gomora's Mazet, Teddy and Buhle's lockdown binge-watch faves
  • #GomoraMzansi: Mazet takes Ntokozo's virginity

What is DStv online?

It's an online streaming service through the DStv app for smartphones, tablets, computers and smart TVs, available to all existing DStv subscribers who have a decoder and satellite access, as well as new subscribers who have signed up for streaming access only. Go to dstv.co.za to subscribe or register.

What is Showmax?

It's a streaming service featuring hit African content, international series and movies, documentaries and kids' shows. Showmax Pro includes all this plus live sport from SuperSport, live music and news. Go to showmax.com for more.

More gems like this

Drama
The Wife

The Wife

On Showmax
Marry a man, marry his secrets. The Wife is on Showmax now, inspired by Dudu Busani-Dube's books, with new episodes dropping every Thursday.
Preview
The River: Is Zungazi exploiting Emma’s trauma?

The River: Is Zungazi exploiting Emma’s trauma?

On DStv and Showmax
Zungazi is out to not only ruin Emma's relationship with the Dikanas but also to make as much money as possible from her daughter's trauma.
Read more
Gomora S2: Don finally gives us that iconic “voetsek!”

Gomora S2: Don finally gives us that iconic “voetsek!”

On DStv and Showmax
It was the moment we had all been waiting for - we finally got Don's infamous and iconic line on Gomora Season 2.
Read more
Legacy S2: Will Felicity’s romance cost Dineo?

Legacy S2: Will Felicity’s romance cost Dineo?

On DStv and Showmax
Thanks to Felicity and Dineo's past mistakes, Marco and Felicity's relationship could be the beginning of the end.
Read more
The River S4: Beauty exposes Dimpho’s fake influencer life

The River S4: Beauty exposes Dimpho’s fake influencer life

On DStv and Showmax
As they say, fake it till you make it! But Dimpho on The River S4 faked it and didn't quite make it, and it's all thanks to Beauty.
Read more
Gomora S2: Gladys buries her child without Melusi

Gomora S2: Gladys buries her child without Melusi

On DStv and Showmax
Gladys is still grieving the loss of her unborn child and the worst part of all is that she had to go through it without Melusi.
Read more
Grootboom & Sons: Secrets and scandals threaten to destroy the family

Grootboom & Sons: Secrets and scandals threaten to destroy the family

On DStv and Showmax
The family business drives a wedge between the members of the Grootboom & Sons funeral parlour. Will they ever reach common ground?
Read more
Legacy Season 2: Angelique and Robbie go to war

Legacy Season 2: Angelique and Robbie go to war

On DStv and Showmax
Robbie's come to claim what's his, but Angelique is having none of it. Who will win? Stream Legacy on Showmax and DStv online to find out.
Read more

What's hot?

On DStv On Netflix On Showmax

On all services

  • On DStv
  • On Netflix
  • On Showmax
Pick of the Week
Four things we love about DJ Zinhle’s reality show

Four things we love about DJ Zinhle’s reality show

We love how much DJ Zinhle has opened up to the public - and it seems like we're going to love the upcoming episodes even more.

The Real Housewives of Durban S1-2

The Real Housewives of Durban S1-2

On Showmax
The Wife

The Wife

On Showmax
Happiness is a Four Letter Word (2016)

Happiness is a Four Letter Word (2016)

On Showmax
Pick of the Week
Four things we love about DJ Zinhle’s reality show

Four things we love about DJ Zinhle’s reality show

We love how much DJ Zinhle has opened up to the public - and it seems like we're going to love the upcoming episodes even more.

Blood & Water S2

Blood & Water S2

On Netflix
Umakoti Wethu (2021)

Umakoti Wethu (2021)

On Showmax
Ntash

Ntash

On Showmax
Temptation Island South Africa

Temptation Island South Africa

On Showmax
More hot shows

Follow us on Twitter

Tweets by @Jongalist
TV

About

A guide to South Africa's hottest shows to watch online on Showmax, DStv and Netflix.

Sections

  • What's hot?
  • How-tos
  • Trending
  • People
  • News
  • Video

Connect

  • Contact us
  • Twitter
  • Facebook

Legal

  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
  • Sharing and reposting
Brought to you by Connected Video.
Some rights reserved

Back to top