Annie Mthembu Marks Reality TV Comeback on ‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’

Annie Mthembu Marks Reality TV Comeback on ‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’

  • The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa will bring together some of the most memorable African housewives
  • Joining the ladies is former The Real Housewives of Durban reality TV star Annie Mthembu, who is making her comeback to the small screen
  • Two more iconic housewives from the Johannesburg spin-off are also set to return, making this the ultimate girls' trip
  • Briefly News got more insight into the season and what viewers can expect from their favourite Housewives
Annie Mthembu has returned to the small screens.
Annie Mthembu will be going on ‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’. Image: Oupa Bopape
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Buckle up and experience the greatness of Annie Mthembu as she makes her long-awaited return to the reality TV world.

The former reality TV star will join two other The Real Housewives of Durban queens for an epic girls' trip.

Annie Mthembu returns to TV

Adventure awaits some of Mzansi's most popular housewives as they take over Brazil. Durban housewife Annie Mthembu joins Angel Ndlela and Jojo Robinson for an epic The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa edition.

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Other OGs going on this trip are The Real Housewives of Johannesburg stars Madam Evodia Mogase and Christall Kay.

However, there is more! Ladies from the Kenyan and Nigerian spinoffs are also jetting off to Brazil.

Flying the Nairobi flag high is Kenya’s Dr Catherine Masitsa, also known as Dr C, and Zena Nyambu. Fan favourites Mariam Timmer from The Real Housewives of Lagos and Princess Jecoco from The Real Housewives of Abuja are also going on the highly anticipated trip.

Catch all the action on Showmax on 28 November 2025, and Mzansi Magic on 29 November 2025.

Executive producer Graeme Swanepoel said this show is more than just reality TV; “It's a celebration of African womanhood in all its power, diversity and glamour,” he said.

He further hailed the production of being pan-African, praising the group of confident women they chose for this ultimate experience. They said that these women are the embodiment of Africa to the world.

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Briefly News journalist Moroba Maepa learned more about the season from Barrie Kelly, the Vice President of International Format Production and Development at NBCUniversal Formats.

"Every African version of The Real Housewives has captured the vibrant diversity of its country while resonating with audiences both locally and globally. With The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa, we are taking that energy to the next level. We can’t wait for viewers to join them on the trip of a lifetime to Brazil."

With all the vibrant personalities under one roof, it will be very exciting to see how the ladies will get along.

Why Annie went AWOL on our screens

Following her separation from businessman Kgolo Mthembu, Annie faced public scrutiny. However, in an interview on True Love, Annie said she had to leave the marriage for the sake of her children and her mental health.

"I really needed to double down on my mental health and my mental fitness, especially being a mom, and that you have to be mentally present and available and sound-minded."

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Their divorce gained negative traction online, with people adding their opinions on it.

Jojo reveals real reason for getting surgery

In a previous report from Briefly News, Jojo Robinson opened up about the reasons behind her decision to undergo another cosmetic procedure.

This comes after the Real Housewives of Durban star recently checked herself into the hospital ahead of her surgery, and fans are looking forward to the results.

"Not having any thigh gap means my legs rub constantly together. Also, though, I mean, Summer is coming," she said on Instagram. Fans argued that Jo has identity and self-love issues.

Source: Briefly News

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Jessica Gcaba (Entertainment editor) Jessica Gcaba is an Entertainment Editor for Briefly News (joined in 2023). She is a Journalism graduate from the Durban University of Technology (2019). She has 6 years of experience as an Entertainment and Lifestyle Journalist, having worked at Africa New Media Group, writing for ZAlebs website. She passed a set of training from the Google News Initiative. To reach her, contact: jessica.gcaba@briefly.co.za