Big Brother Mzansi

Lawredo enters the house ready to bring the fire, the dance moves, and the love, but make no mistake, this 32-year-old is ready to fight when he feels threatened, which shouldn't be a problem if his rizz game is as strong as he believes.

Freelance model and video vixen, 26-year-old Kokii is a true fashionista who is never afraid to deliver a clapback when necessary. She believes the Bazozwa season marks the beginning of something truly significant for her.

Neliswa wants you to know her before you judge her.

30-year-old Thandeka is a multicultural girly who’s not as serious as she looks. Coming all the way from Italy, the KZN-born might mize or clap back, and we can’t wait to see which side she picks.

We can expect Ofentse, a 26-year-old from Mamelodi – to throw everything he has at the challenges in the house, because – in his own words – "I can't" will be the very last words that you hear from him.

He's got the style. He's got the drip. Tumi the Barber is fun and creative. The 28-year-old from Kwaggafontein loves being the centre of attention and he says his time in Biggie's house is going to be the start of something great.

The 21-year-old from Lenasia says bazozwa ngaye this season — she’s not being held back, she’s talkative, beautiful, and full of surprises. Shy or bold ... kwakopana? Asazi, one thing’s for sure, you’ll have to watch and see.

This 31-year-old from KZN is a self-professed good guy who believes in taking the high road ... most of the time. Funny, caring, and full of energy, he's never felt closer to his dreams than right now.

Vivacious and full of energy, 29-year-old Dene Jones prefers peace over conflict and would rather mind her own business than engage in fights or clapback situations. A natural overthinker, she values honesty and believes people should always be true to themselves.

Meet Mashél, a 31-year-old Rustenburg-raised power player who is very much the moment. An ex-radio personality with nine years of owning the mic, he walks in fully formed and impossible to dim. Stylish, warm, and endlessly huggable, Mashél brings pop-culture fluency and internet swag to the house. But don’t get it twisted – behind the smiles are razor-sharp clapbacks and gag-worthy punchlines.

Small in stature but big in energy, 37-year-old Ramona lives up to the saying “dynamite comes in small packages". She is quick with the clapbacks, has zero tolerance for lies or laziness, and carries herself with a cool, calm, and collected aura.

Confident in her looks and her energy, 30-year-old Cia sees herself as both the prettiest and the vibe in the house. Despite this, she remains calm and chooses the high road when faced with tricky situations.

Hailing from Witbank in Mpumalanga, Mshefane is 27 years old, hustle-hot, and hard to miss. A content creator with kasi swagger and main-character confidence, he packs punchlines with comedic superpowers. Much like the coal mined in his hood, the Bazozwa entrant is built to light up any room. And because he is rooted in real street currency, Mfeshane never farms aura. Instead the singleton, who is ready for his cuffing season, wants to let his energy do all the heavy lifting.

The 23-year-old Durbanite is bringing vibes, personality, energy, and glam to the Bazozwa house. Ilano is also bringing confidence to the Bazozwa season and is ready to have fun, but also be a good listener.

22-year-old Buhle B from Boksburg is the it-girl with a Sasha Fierce Bazozwa alter ego — warm, easy-going, and level-headed.

Hailing from Gqeberha, 27-year-old Que is bringing vibes, energy, and mischief. Heading into the Bazozwa house, he's ready to flirt, make friends, and show off his fashion sense.

Ashay is 24 years old, Richards Bay-raised, and built for momentum. From football pitches to the Comrades Marathon, he knows ball. Both athletic and quietly magnetic, Ashay is an all-rounder with a surfer’s calm and a dancer’s cadence. Multilingual, soaked in sauce, and easy to like, the KZN native drips with rizz. While love is his language – in the Bazozwa house – Ashay plans to choose when it speaks.

Hailing from the Eastern Cape, 34-year-old Trixie is ready to be known and to make her presence felt. Working as a club promoter, she is solid about her coins and rooted in facts, she moves with no room for lies.

The 24-year-old songstress from Qonce has been there, done that, and hopes to get the T-shirt for her second rodeo in Biggie's house.

"The one and only advocate" plans to take the high road, promising that we'll never hear him trash talk anybody. We'll see – it's a long season ... Expect khasi slang and big smiles from 27-year-old Mmeli.

He almost made it into the Biggie’s house – but not quite. Now the 22-year-old is back and ready to rumble. King Dube, all about the drip and versatility, is ready to share his style with Biggie’s fans. Expect smooth talk and rizz that will make headlines.

Coming back stronger and wiser, 28-year-old Bravo B is ready to snatch the crown. A true maksandi fanatic who’s all about main-character energy. Expect charm, confidence, and serious alpha energy

His confidence is on another level. The Don is a 24-year-old from Diepkloof who is straightforward but kind. He's bold, loud, energetic, and ready to wet his lips for kisses in the house.

The vibes are untamed when Sipha Lee and Lerato Modise respond to smoking hot questions.

Ramona entered the house with wisdom to share and lessons to offer her fellow housemates, and her journey quickly became one of growth and adaptation. Although she felt overwhelmed during the second week, she soon found her footing, embracing a bubbly and fun-loving side that drew the housemates closer to her. Her time in the house has truly been one for the books, but tonight her journey comes to an end.

Known as one of the best barbers in his hometown, Tumi the Barber entered the house ready to make his mark. He went on to secure the Head of House title not once, but twice, proving himself a strong competitor. Along the way, he formed a connection with Buhle B, who shared a special liking for him. His journey has been memorable, but tonight, it comes to an end.

Tumi the Barber, who was shocked by his eviction, reflected on his journey in the house, sharing that now that he’s outside, he’s looking forward to seeing Buhle B.

Ramona took her final steps in the house today, sharing that she is proud of her journey and ready to embrace a new chapter.

With Dube’s second chance, he became the second Head of House, did the things he wanted to do the first time, creating some unique connections in the house and gave us his competitive spirit, but all that comes to an end tonight.

Mashel and Jene Jones are stunned when Smash reveals who voted them out of the Big Brother Mzansi house.

It was an emotional journey in the house for Buhle B, but she made her presence known. She showed her strength, winning a wager task, and her romantic side through her time with Tumi the Barber, winning immunity from nomination through his Supreme HoH win. But now it's time for Buhle B to go home.

He was on his way to becoming the Bazozwa underdog. Slowly but surely he emerged from his shell, even pursuing a situationship with Didi. But now Mshefane's journey has been cut short.

Kokii gave us authenticity in a way only she could, even becoming a member of the A Team. She brought viewers a unique fashion sense and did her best to avoid drama, although it was sometimes inevitable. Her time was short, but it was definitely felt.

Buhle B leaves Tumi the Barber behind in the Bazozwa house. She expressed sadness at leaving but was enthusiastic about the future.

Smash questions Didi about the fight in the girls camp and King Wanda about his fight with Tumi the Barber. While Thandeka and Ramona apologise for their statements about Ramona.

Kokii took her final steps in the house today while shedding a few tears on stage.

Mshefane speaks to Smash about being an underdog, evading nominations, and his final exit from the Bazozwa house.

"I still had to kiss someone," says Dene Jones in jest, who becomes the latest housemate to exit the Bazozwa house.

Mashel became the third housemate to be evicted. Speaking to Smash Afrika, he said he has no regrets and expected his eviction.

Mashel gave us the ultimate tea spilling sessions with his close circle and made sure he’s on top of everything that happens in the house. After three weeks of being in the house, his time has come to an end.

Dene Jones moved from corporate girl to becoming a rule-following housemate in the Bazozwa house, showing us her versatility, love for the good life and some ship drama with her plans to kiss Tumi the Barber but her planning ends as she exits the house.

Ofentse admitted that he thought he was playing the good guy, only to realise  he was a villain. He shared leaving the house is sad, as there were still people he wanted to talk to.

Lawredo became the first housemate to enter the house, and the first to exit.Speaking to Smash Afrika, he shared that he has no regrets about his time in the house, embracing the experience for what it was.

After two weeks in the house, Lawredo leaves the house. It may have been a short stay, but he already feels like a changed man. Watch his journey.

From first Head of House to one of the first to leave the house, Ofenste's journey has come to an end. Whether feuding or flirting, he made his presence known. Watch his highlights.