🌟 Gqeberha: The Empire – July 2025 Highlights
Get ready for a July packed with secrets, heartbreak, and high stakes as the story picks back up on Mzansi Wethu. Though the series ended on Mzansi Magic, the drama continues strong in the new month-long teaser lineup.
🔥 Tuesday, 1 July – Ep 162: All That Glitters Isn’t Gold
Nobomi threatens Ntando with deadly stakes unless he admits to framing her. After a deeply unsettling private screening, Nozuko spirals emotionally. Meanwhile, Gubevu lures Msimelelo into the risky world of illicit gold trading.
💔 Wednesday, 2 July – Ep 163: Betrayal
Luzuko lashes out at Bulelwa when she intervenes, and Nozuko finds her privacy stripped away. Funeka hits a major obstacle at the Tshisanyama restaurant.
🚪 Thursday, 3 July – Ep 164: Isn’t This Your Job?
Nozuko pleads with Luzuko to help her escape the reality show’s grip. With the police unwilling or unable to act, Nontle takes justice into her own hands. Nobomi suspects Mpilo’s involvement—but Ntando remains unworried.
📉 Friday, 4 July – Ep 165
Nozuko feels abandoned after a critical mistake. Bulelwa reluctantly steers clear of a confrontation with Zimkhitha and her kids, as Funeka and Nontle rally to pick up the pieces—and confront crime head-on.
🏚️ Monday, 7 July – Ep 166
Tensions rise as cracks in Bulelwa and Luzuko’s marriage deepen. Funeka flirts with danger while protecting her business, and Nozuko begins to atone for her actions.
💼 Tuesday, 8 July – Ep 167
Musa dives into Funeka’s world, creating friction. Anathi falls ill, and Mpilo wrestles with guilt.
🩺 Wednesday, 9 July – Ep 168
Bulelwa’s had enough—she’s ready to end it all. Funeka’s situation worsens dramatically. Thulani’s instincts tell him Anathi’s illness is more sinister than it seems.
💳 Thursday, 10 July – Ep 169
With her restaurant at risk, Funeka places her faith in Musa. Thulani calls in reinforcements to ensure Anathi’s pregnancy goes smoothly. Luzuko officially transfers power to Ntando.
💔 Friday, 11 July – Ep 170
Ntando must confess when Luzuko expels Bulelwa and Nobomi from their home. Thulani and Anathi receive grim news about their baby, as Funeka uncovers Musa’s true intentions.
💥 Monday, 14 July – Ep 171
Ntando’s choices create widespread fallout. Thulani faces insurmountable challenges as Funeka summons her strongest ally to confront a dangerous foe.
🚨 Tuesday, 15 July – Ep 172
Drama explodes as Bulelwa has her sister’s unruly child arrested—sparking full-scale chaos. A pregnant woman falls into a mysterious coma. And a gunshot rings out during a tense altercation at the Makwetus.
🕊️ Wednesday, 16 July – Ep 173
Luzuko fights for forgiveness from Bulelwa, while Nobomi attempts to unify the fractured family. Funeka is haunted by the price she paid to protect her kids. Thulani relocates Anathi for urgent care.
👑 Thursday, 17 July – Ep 174
Luzuko returns as CEO, with Nobomi reclaiming her place by his side. A desperate Thulani begs Bulelwa for help. Msimelelo resurfaces—his pockets heavy with gold.
🌒 Friday, 18 July – Ep 175
Thulani chooses invisibility as Anathi’s life hangs in the balance, while Msimelelo’s dreams glitter like gold. Zimkhitha’s generosity reaches its limit.
🔔 Monday, 21 July – Ep 176
Anathi fights for life, Thulani confronts Bulelwa’s questions about their absence, and Nontu realizes Zimkhitha isn’t her only ally—pursuing her own financial gain. Msimelelo finally cashes in, but Gubevu suspects a con.
💔 Tuesday, 22 July – Ep 177
Anathi and Thulani’s secret tears at Bulelwa’s heart. Msimelelo wonders why Funeka still doubts him after proving himself. Zimkhitha refuses to be her sister’s pawn any longer.
🎯 Wednesday, 23 July – Ep 178
Thulani and Anathi learn their baby’s gender. Bulelwa makes a life-changing choice. Meanwhile, Msimelelo enters a dangerous alliance, and Zimkhitha stands firm in her decision.
🕵️♂️ Thursday, 24 July – Ep 179
Luzuko grows suspicious of Bulelwa’s behavior; Nontu resists Zimkhitha’s emotional pressure; Msimelelo’s greed spirals—he’s ready to trade 700K worth of gold.
😱 Friday, 25 July – Ep 180
Vathiswa accidentally reveals Zimkhitha’s secret—but Nontu overhears it all. Thulani’s phone call escalates Luzuko’s misgivings. Msimelelo’s once-smooth charm begins to crack.
🔚 Monday, 28 July – Ep 181
Bulelwa blames Anathi for bringing ill fate to the Mxenges. Msimelelo’s obsession drives him into secret schemes. Zimkhitha is cornered by secrets from her past.
💰 Tuesday, 29 July – Ep 182
Has Msimelelo finally struck gold? A suspicious guest overstays their welcome, and Bulelwa struggles under the weight of hidden truths.
💔 Wednesday, 30 July – Ep 183
Bulelwa and Thulani reach a breaking point. Msimelelo suffers a catastrophic financial setback. The feud between Zimkhitha and Nontu boils over.
🕸️ Thursday, 31 July – Ep 184
Nontu stoops to ruthless tactics to get what she wants. Thulani and Anathi’s relationship collapses. Msimelelo can’t bring himself to tell Funeka the devastating truth.