Shuga

6 Episodes

Disastrous Advances

Season 2 • Episode 1 • 21m • TV-14

Sixteen year old Baby lives in the same apartment block as the older and more glamorous Violet who provides a happy escape from her mother's scolding and the uncomfortable advances of her stepfather's brother, Uncle Joe.

Impossible Situations

Season 2 • Episode 2 • 21m • TV-14

Baby goes on a reckless journey into the nightclubs of Nairobi on a quest to find her celebrity father. Instead, she finds herself thrust into the abusive arms of her Uncle Joe.

The Only One

Season 2 • Episode 3 • 21m • TV-14

Dalla and Leo are the hottest and most "in love" couple on campus. While hosting his morning radio show, Leo interviews Nairobi's biggest new singing sensation, Miss B-have.

Conscequences

Season 2 • Episode 4 • 21m • TV-14

Leo, intent on ending his relationship with Dalla has forgotten that is their anniversary. Dall meanwhile has organized the sweetest celebration.

Past Catches Up

Season 2 • Episode 5 • 21m • TV-14

Kipepeo, a young singer from a rural seaside village wins a talent contest and uses the prize money to try to make it in Nairobi.

Happy Ending?

Season 2 • Episode 6 • 21m • TV-14

Angelo gives up on his dream of being a musician and uses his savings to set himself up as a street trader.

8 Episodes

Home Coming

Season 3 • Episode 1 • 21m • TV-14

When Femi returns from Nairobi to Lagos to help his old friend Ekene put on a big music event, a long-standing secret upsets their friendship and jeopardizes Ekene's relationship with his girlfriend, Foye.

Shine Eye

Season 3 • Episode 2 • 21m • TV-14

Sophie's daytime liaison with her older lover, Solomon, soon takes a turn for the worse after she discovers that he is HIV positive.

Testing, Testing

Season 3 • Episode 3 • 21m • TV-14

High-school student Weki gets good news that impresses his mother, Sade, but this news doesn't soften her strict attitude towards him.

Betrayed

Season 3 • Episode 4 • 21m • TV-14

Foye is upset and angry that Ekene and Sophie’s betrayal means that she has to get tested for HIV, and seeks solace in Femi. Little does she know that he, too, has a secret…

Jailer

Season 3 • Episode 5 • 21m • TV-14

Tobi and Princess are joyful in their newfound love, while Malaika and Nii's marriage lurches deeper into crisis. Weki and Sade?s relationship deteriorates, and Femi and Foye try to sort through their difficulties.

Rising Hope

Season 3 • Episode 6 • 20m • TV-14

After collapsing, Malaika wakes in hospital, shocked to find out that she is still pregnant. And while Weki begins to realize his dreams, Tobi and Princess's newfound love is severely challenged.

Three Month Window

Season 3 • Episode 7 • 20m • TV-14

Sophie and Ekene go for their three-month HIV test; and Tobi tries to patch things up with Princess, but she is arguing with Sophie and preoccupied with Solomon.

Kasala

Season 3 • Episode 8 • 20m • TV-14

Princess finally realizes who Solomon really is - with disastrous consequences for all.

6 Episodes

Badoo

Season 4 • Episode 1 • 21m • TV-14

Badoo is in full swing and Sophie has turned her life around and dating good-guy Leo. Meanwhile, Princess is heavily pregnant and has met mentor Eniola, herself HIV+ who helping her every step of the way.

Schoolgirl Mary

Season 4 • Episode 2 • 19m • TV-14

As Princess and Sophie fail to see eye to eye, Sheila learns that her family may not be as understanding as she thought, rocking her relationship with Femi. Leila is becoming suspicious of Weki's devious behavior.

Talent Show

Season 4 • Episode 3 • 21m • TV-14

Mary's parents step in, as the motive of her relationship with Nii is questioned. Bongi enters the talent show at Badoo and her friends rally round to cheer her on. Princess makes a dramatic choice regarding her baby.

Nii

Season 4 • Episode 4 • 19m • TV-14

Mary is falling for business man Nii's showering of gifts, but are his intentions honourable? Sophie learns of Princess?s latest move and goes ballistic.

Weki's Secret

Season 4 • Episode 5 • 19m • TV-14

Leila is devastated by Weki's secret. Weki tries to win her back. Princess and Eniola head to Badoo whilst Sophie and Leo decide to sneak off early. Leo loses control traumatizing Sophie as Princess has a major shock of her own back in the club.

Broken

Season 4 • Episode 6 • 19m • TV-14

Sophie's world is rocked by Leo's breaking of trust. Princess has gone into labor. Leila comes to a decision that makes Weki the happiest man on Earth. Mary gets in too deep with Nii, but when he goes too far, her mother comes to the rescue.

14 Episodes

Welcome Home

Season 5 • Episode 1 • 22m • TV-14

Bongi reluctantly returns to Johannesburg from Lagos to live with her aunt. At the airport she spots Nigerian Femi who is about to start work at Club Surge. Her old school mate Reggie arrives to take her on a tour of Zenzele.

Sex Pest

Season 5 • Episode 2 • 22m • TV-14

Bongi dreads the first day of school. Her only solace is that Reggie attends the same school. Zamo, desperate not to miss the Fresher's Turn-Up, tries to find a baby sitter for son Spoonkie.

Free Falling

Season 5 • Episode 3 • 21m • TV-14

Near the end of the Fresher's Turn-Up, Reggie sees Diliza openly gay and is drawn to Diliza. Confused by this, he leaves and finds a wall to paint. Bongi and Coalstove get along famously.

Love Hurts

Season 5 • Episode 4 • 21m • TV-14

Sheila offers to visit but Femi declines. Mr. Vilakazi encourages Ipeleng to enter the science expo. Nomalanga talks with Bongi and Coalstove about sex and contraceptives. Khensani's pregnancy test is positive. Regie confides in Bongi about Diliza.

Daddy's Home

Season 5 • Episode 5 • 20m • TV-14

Tsholo's ecstatic her father is home. She avoids Sol which only makes him more obsessive. Bongi shares with Coalstove a song she's been working on. Femi welcomes Leo to town. Reggie tries to have sex with Zamo but can't go through with it.

Choices

Season 5 • Episode 6 • 20m • TV-14

Femi is impressed by Bongi's stage performance and he introduced her to a record producer. Khensani visits Masangu at his house and he demands she get rid of the pregnancy. Leo meets Zamo at the park as relationships grow close.

Under Cover

Season 5 • Episode 7 • 20m • TV-14

Reggie and Diliza spend time together discussing art. Khensani calls an illegal abortion service. Zamo learns about the IUD device. Ipeleng receives an eviction notice and Bongi is thrilled that Ricky Rick wants to shoot a music video of her song.

Head In The Sand

Season 5 • Episode 8 • 20m • TV-14

Coalstove encourages Bongi to make up. Big things are going down; Femi & Sheila have plenty to discuss, while Reggie, Tsholo & Khensani have their own issues

Reckoning

Season 5 • Episode 9 • 20m • TV-14

Sol refuses to get rid of the sex tape enjoying the power it wields over Tsholo. Ipeleng has to come up with R2000 or they will be evicted. Khensani goes through with the backstreet abortion. Bongi and Coalstove learn they are both HIV positive.

Rude Awakening

Season 5 • Episode 10 • 19m • TV-14

Khensani is told her womb has been removed. Femi and Sheila visit a doctor about the PReP. Bongi is depressed and blames Coalstove for her status. Tsholo discovers that Sol posted the sex tape online. Leo walks in on Zamo?s date forcing himself on her.

Name & Shame

Season 5 • Episode 11 • 20m • TV-14

A memorial service is held for Thsolo. Bongi makes amends with Coalstove taking responsibility for her HIV status. Ipeleng starts a protest at school which is led by Khensani and Zoloni. Khensani names and shames Masangu and Sol as rapists.

Home Is?

Season 5 • Episode 12 • 19m • TV-14

IT's the end of term party Luthil High. Ipeleng pays the bank and saves their home. Q defends Reggi when the soccer team tease him. Ipeleng gives Q another chance. Reggie comes out and Bongi tells Coalstove Zenzele is now her home.

Behind The Lens Pt 1

Season 5 • Episode 13 • 21m • TV-14

Discover the real life drama that takes place in Shuga with behind the scenes interviews with the cast as well as the men and women that experienced these situations first hand.

Behind The Lens Pt 2

Season 5 • Episode 14 • 21m • TV-14

The "Behind the Lens" look continues as we discover the real life drama that takes place in Shuga with behind the scenes interview with the case and the men and women who experienced these situations first hand.

12 Episodes

Pre Show

Season 6 • Episode 1 • 22m • TV-14

Shuga returns to Nigeria with a host of new characters and the hustle and bustle of Lagos. Meet the cast and get a sneak peek behind the scenes of this all new season.

New Pressure

Season 6 • Episode 2 • 21m • TV-14

Leila struggles with her feelings for Tobi and her disdain for Faa. Tobi pressures Faa. Diana remains Molade's Queen Bee. Yasmin ends up in the Principal's office. Hadiza has something to hide.

Power Struggle

Season 6 • Episode 3 • 21m • TV-14

Hadiza is at the centre of Diana's frustrations when she dares to challenge her. Faa is concerned when her neighbour takes an interest in Tare. Leila struggles for power in her relationship with Tobi.

Taking Chances

Season 6 • Episode 4 • 21m • TV-14

Yasmin removes her implant. Tobi and Leila discuss using other methods of contraception now that they're in a relationship. Princess is not yet ready to reveal her status.

The Talk

Season 6 • Episode 5 • 21m • TV-14

Faa has the talk with her younger sister, Tare. Leila meets up with Weki and they discuss old times. Hadiza is encouraged to try out for the debate team. Princess has a night out while Yasmin looks after her baby.

Bitter Sweet

Season 6 • Episode 6 • 21m • TV-14

Jamal and Princess's friendship grows stronger, but things turn sour. Ebisinde reveals his feelings to Diana and she invites him to a party. Faa is elated by her impending record deal, but soon faces pressure once again.

Secrets & Lies

Season 6 • Episode 7 • 20m • TV-14

Farida lies to her husband about the whereabouts of their daughter. Yasmin discusses family planning. Leila's lies catch up with her. Ebisinde, Wasiu and Shina continue to steal. Hadiza confides in Yasmin.

Trapped

Season 6 • Episode 8 • 21m • TV-14

Cynthia, Diana and Frances cause a scene at school. Hadiza prepres for the school debate. Leila impresses Tobi with her strong attitude. Faa's performance is a huge success but she is left trapped in a room with Bada.

Confrontation

Season 6 • Episode 9 • 20m • TV-14

Khalil finds Faa and takes her to hospital. Yasmin and Cynthia encourage Frances. Leila is worried and calls Tobi but it ends in a heated argument. Fatima goes to the clinic. Hadiza's husband and father confront her.

Eyewitness

Season 6 • Episode 10 • 20m • TV-14

Yasmin and Mahmud are caught in the middle of Fatima's drama. Bada is arrested, while Tobi is pulled in as an eyewitness. Hadiza threatens to divorce her husband. Tobi is guilt ridden for not telling the police the full truth.

New Beginnings

Season 6 • Episode 11 • 20m • TV-14

Hadiza prepares to begin life as a full-time student in Lagos. Faa speaks on a radio show. Leila informs Tobi she's leaving Lagos and headed for Kano. The school showcase finally arrives and provides Frances an opportunity.

Special Look

Season 6 • Episode 12 • 22m • TV-14

Special scenes from Shuga Naija.

11 Episodes

Season Sneak Preview

Season 7 • Episode 1 • 22m • TV-14

Stars along with celebrity musical guests share exclusive sneak peeks of this eagerly anticipated season in this exciting preview of SHUGA DOWN SOUTH 2

Season Sneak Preview

Season 7 • Episode 1 • 21m • TV-14

Stars along with celebrity musical guests share exclusive sneak peeks of this eagerly anticipated season in this exciting preview of SHUGA DOWN SOUTH 2

Release and Relations

Season 7 • Episode 2 • 21m • TV-14

Sol returns from prison, and takes no time to make moves on Khensani's cousin Arabeng. But due to his involvement in her best friend?s death, Khensani takes this badly. In the meantime, we catch up with our other beloved DS fam; Q, Reggie, and Bongi.

Secret Life

Season 7 • Episode 3 • 20m • TV-14

Zamo is excited to launch her new nail bar but a last minute supplier mishap forces her to make a new arrangement. Khensani devises a way to disrupt Sol's plans. And Q, who is besotted by Dineo, is shocked to discover her secret life.

Nefarious Means

Season 7 • Episode 4 • 21m • TV-14

Sol's taxi rights are revoked, so he seeks a more nefarious means of income. Meanwhile, Zamo meets with Andile to discuss business but receives an offer of a more personal nature, and Q confronts Dineo about her secret.

Staying Positive

Season 7 • Episode 5 • 20m • TV-14

Unbeknownst to Ipeleng, brother Lemo starts drug dealing. Arabeng still believes her medication are 'bone pills', so Nomalanga encourages Neliswa to tell her the truth. Meanwhile, Bongi continues on her path of life and living positively.

Ghosting Friends

Season 7 • Episode 6 • 21m • TV-14

As Zamo discovers there's more to life than business, Sol comes face to face with his past. Meanwhile, Ipeleng and Daniel grow closer, Q and Dineo try to make it work, Bongi ghosts Masego, and Reggie finally sees his father, which doesn't end well.

Backfire

Season 7 • Episode 7 • 21m • TV-14

Q's plan to impress Dineo falls flat and comes at a massive cost, and Lemo is harassed by some young thugs after his quick-thinking plan to sell them drugs goes horribly wrong.

Blame Game

Season 7 • Episode 8 • 21m • TV-14

Lemo is in the hospital and Ipeleng is beside herself with worry. Arabeng and Thuli are shocked by Lemo's stabbing, while Abel blames himself for the event. However, Cynthia encourages him to care for his own son as much as he cares for his student.

Heart to Heart

Season 7 • Episode 9 • 21m • TV-14

Whilst Ipeleng makes a rash decision, Sol and Amahle have a heart to heart, and Q has to deal with the consequences of his actions. Zamo sees something that causes her world to come crashing down.

Out of Danger

Season 7 • Episode 10 • 20m • TV-14

As Andile refuses to leave Zamo alone after she breaks things off, Zamo is forced to take matters into her own hands. Q finds his second wind after he's kicked out of college, Sol is done with drug dealing, and Lemo is finally out of danger.

8 Episodes

Welcome to Y-Hub

Season 8 • Episode 1 • 21m • PG-13

We experience gender imbalance in the Okezie household. Moh is encouraged to apply for a Tech grant. Simi and Wasiu bump into one another unexpectedly. T Classic and Mr. Real perform at Yhub. Moh discovers she's been betrothed to their landlord.

No Brakes

Season 8 • Episode 2 • 21m • PG-13

Madu & Cece insist Moh must marry Sopuru. Moh goes for NITECH. Haalel covers up for Praise. Chika overhears Kachi & friends laughing at her mum's anti-Covid video. Sparks fly between Nasir and Simi. The Y-Hub loses its funding.

Secret Affairs

Season 8 • Episode 3 • 21m • PG-13

Sheila struggles with Y-Hub expenses. Simi worries about revealing her HIV status to Nasir. Sheila encourages Moh to stand her ground. Chika confronts Haalel about Praise. Tolu and Nanya's relationship takes a complicated turn.

Unintended Consequences

Season 8 • Episode 4 • 21m • PG-13

Haalel wants to leave Praise for good. Things don't go as planned for Simi & Nasir. Moh and Sopuru face off. There is a debate on gender roles at school. Haalel begs for a job for Praise. Sopuru shows up unannounced at the Y-Hub.

Storm Clouds

Season 8 • Episode 5 • 21m • PG-13

Chika leads a fun experiment. Simi tells Nasir her HIV status. Tolu and Nanya do an HIV self-test. Sheila visits the Okezie house. Kachi realizes his beliefs about women are wrong. Things escalate between Praise and Haalel.

Dark Night

Season 8 • Episode 6 • 21m • PG-13

Sheila and Oga Fes rush Haalel to the hospital. Moh and Nanya bond. Moh submits her app for NITECH. Anwuli feels unwell with COVID-like symptoms. Wasiu gives Simi some advice. Sopuru makes Sheila an offer. Nanya takes a trip back to the pharmacy.

Fight or Flight

Season 8 • Episode 7 • 21m • PG-13

Nanya is in denial and avoids Tolu. Nasir and Simi finally talk. Simi and Wasiu share a kiss. Sheila gives a tour of the Hub to potential funders, but it doesn't end well. Cece becomes an ally, and Moh has a big decision to make.

Welcome to Chaos

Season 8 • Episode 8 • 22m • PG-13

Sopuru assaults Moh. Simi decides to take a break from Nasir and Wasiu. Sheila announces that the Y-Hub will shut its doors. Moh and Nanya visit the hospital. Moh receives devastating news from Cece. The winner of NITECH is announced.