For the Top 8 reveal, the Idols SA team roped in the assistance of Pabi Cooper, who dropped by with a performance that included her hit,’Wag ‘n bietjie’.

Nkosinathi’s mother calls Gladys, just as they’re having an argument about the gifts he bought her for Christmas. Mam’Sonto defends her business when Detective Nabe insinuates they’re operating illegally.

Tshiamo is shocked to hear her mother used to be a songstress back in the day. Mazet walks in as Nhlakanipho kisses Pretty. Mazet tries to hijack Nkosinathi.

Tshiamo fires back at Miss Biyela, after the speaks ill of her family. She continues to stand up for herself, even in front of Principal Cele, who later reprimands Miss Biyela.