The River Season 6 continues to deliver high drama, betrayal, and emotional turmoil this May 2025 on Mzansi Magic. With Lindiwe and Nomonde’s bitter feud reaching dangerous levels, Cobra spiraling into crisis, and ghosts from the past haunting key characters, this month is packed with unmissable episodes. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what to expect in The River this May.
Week 1: Nomonde’s Chaos and Cobra’s Downfall
Thursday, 1 May – Episode 159
Nomonde turns Lindiwe’s household upside down, while Cobra is forced to confront a difficult truth.Friday, 2 May – Episode 160
Cobra’s personal troubles cause panic in his family. Andile tries but fails to rescue Nomonde from Lindiwe’s wrath.
Week 2: Tension Peaks as Families Face Unrest
Monday, 5 May – Episode 161
The Mokoenas reject Kedibone’s extreme solution. Meanwhile, Lindiwe loses patience with Nomonde’s demanding nature.Tuesday, 6 May – Episode 162
The Mokoenas reach a breaking point and must make a tough choice. Nomonde prepares for war.Wednesday, 7 May – Episode 163
Lindiwe’s attempt to solve the Nomonde issue leads to further family division. The Mokoenas make a bold move but suffer a tragic loss.Thursday, 8 May – Episode 164
Nomonde holds firm, and Kedibone appears strong for her family while silently falling apart.Friday, 9 May – Episode 165
Lindiwe and Nomonde are locked in a brutal power struggle. Meanwhile, Cobra hits rock bottom.
Week 3: Dangerous Games and Dark Ambitions
Monday, 12 May – Episode 166
Cobra plays a risky game in search of a solution. Nomonde strikes against Lindiwe.Tuesday, 13 May – Episode 167
The battle between Lindiwe and Nomonde intensifies as they both go to cruel extremes. Cobra returns home to shocking news.Wednesday, 14 May – Episode 168
Lindiwe makes a desperate move to get rid of Nomonde. Kedibone is forced to beg for help to save a loved one from jail.Thursday, 15 May – Episode 169
The Mokoenas start mending fences. Nomonde, with legal support, issues demands to Lindiwe.Friday, 16 May – Episode 170
The Mokoenas find resolution. Lindiwe shocks everyone with a game-changing decision.
Week 4: Haunted by the Past and Hungry for Power
Monday, 19 May – Episode 171
Lindiwe’s past resurfaces through an unwelcome visitor, while Veronica plots a million-rand future.Tuesday, 20 May – Episode 172
Lindiwe can’t shake the skeletons in her closet. Veronica sets out to secure her fortune.Wednesday, 21 May – Episode 173
Andile encourages Lindiwe to face her trauma. Veronica struggles to adapt to her new life.Thursday, 22 May – Episode 174
Veronica manipulates a wealthy man. Lindiwe is haunted by her mother, Thandeka.Friday, 23 May – Episode 175
Veronica tries to keep up appearances, while Lindiwe shields Andile from her emotional demons.
Week 5: Reckonings, Regrets & Revelations
Monday, 26 May – Episode 176
Lindiwe finally confronts her dark past with shocking consequences. Flora’s dreams are shattered.Tuesday, 27 May – Episode 177
Lindiwe’s scheme against Thandeka turns against her.Wednesday, 28 May – Episode 178
Veronica’s victory makes headlines. Flora struggles to cope, and Lindiwe takes aim at a family member.Thursday, 29 May – Episode 179
Lindiwe is overwhelmed by her past, and Veronica faces unexpected resistance in her grand plan.Friday, 30 May – Episode 180
Episode Title: Hope is for the Foolish
The Dikanas face stormy waters. Veronica enjoys the rewards of her scheming, but at what cost?
Conclusion: May Brings Explosive Drama in The River 6
This May, The River is not holding back. With secrets unravelling, family loyalties tested, and personal demons rising, the drama intensifies as characters are pushed to their emotional and moral limits. Catch all the action, twists, and cliffhangers on Mzansi Magic, weekdays at 18h30.