Early reactions to the Real Housewives of Durban suggest that the reality TV export will be a chart-topper in 2021.
Real Housewives of Durban What is the show about?
Showmax‘s newest show follows the lavish lives of Ethekwini’s aristocrats. The reality TV show takes on the form of the Real Housewives franchise, where we get a glimpse into the lifestyles and rich-people trials and tribulations of a group of frenemies who, despite their loathe, can’t live without each other.
It’s the kind of toxicity that makes for great entertainment. Real Housewives of Durban will premiere on DStv’s 1Magic (ch. 103) on Friday 29 January 2021.
Those with a Showmax subscription can access the full premiere right now.
A bit of info on the show’s cast
Durban’s first ladies will go through the highs and lows of life in aristocracy. Not only will viewers get a peek into the throes of fake friendships but cameras will go into these women’s homes and offer us a look at what goes on behind the closed doors of Ethekwini’s premier real estate.
Here is a look at the show’s cast and some interesting facts on each member:
Sorisha Naidoo
- Former Miss India South Africa
- She’s the wife of billionaire Vivian Reddy
Kgomotso Ndungane
- Wife of former Springbok player Odwa Ndungane
- Owner of LeLaPa, a personal care brand
Ayanda Ncwane
- Wife of the late gospel legend Sfiso Ncwane
- CEO of Ncwane Communications and Sfiso Ncwane Productions
- President of Africa Gospel Awards
Nonkanyiso Conco
- Wife-to-be of former president Jacob Zuma
Anne-Tonni Lodick Mthembu
- Wife of Kgolo Da Guru
- Owner of Annaesthetic, a luxury beauty studio
Nonku Williams
- Owner of Ashes To Beauty Winery
Real Housewives of Durban: Social media reacts to new show
Those who have had the privilege to watch the first episode of the reality TV show have had nothing but positive things to say about it. Here are some of the reactions we picked out on social media.
#RHODurban I’m hooked!!!
— Dimakatso (@Dima_Serumula) January 29, 2021
It’s everything for me..
I love love the ladies
#RHODurban I love Annie's energy nje!!! Also works hard, plays hard!!!
— IG: za_empress (@Kara_mello) January 29, 2021
Sorisha is tying all these ladies so well together . #RHODurban
— Mrs Linda M (@Linda_Mtoba) January 29, 2021