Season 10

Anthony is disgruntled about his life but Isabel is optimistic about her future again. Fritz discovers the bag of gambling money. Wouter feels guilty and decides he's done with poker ... but he doesn't keep track of Eben's manipulations.

The gambling bug has seriously bitten Wouter with dangerous consequences and Eben plays a double game with him. Marius causes a misunderstanding between Vicky and Stef which has ugly consequences.

Fran is worried about Anthony who is listless and not able to focus on his studies. Fritz wants to talk to Wouter about his computer game, not knowing that his grandson is actually gambling. Astrid realizes that Eben has a way with computers and decides to approach him ...

Wouter can think of nothing else but poker and decides it's time for a men's night while Eben teaches him the fine art of cheating. Fran is very concerned about Anthony who's behaving more and more strangely. Sussie wonders what's going on between Vicky and Stef and Vicky surprises Stef when she asks him for the details of his love life.

The guys are excited about their poker night. It's clear that Wouter and Eben have plans of their own. Are Marius and Stef a match for the onslaught?

Anthony says that his depression is a thing of the past but Fran isn't so easily fooled. Wouter's new best friend is his credit card and Eben convinces Marius and Stef to play poker with them again.

Fritz and Fran's concerns about Anthony continue and they don't know what to do. The gambling devil has Wouter in his grip and Eben warns him about gambling addiction. Astrid is surprised by an old acquaintance who she might use for her new evil plans. Vicky and Stef have a lovely gym session.

Anthony feels no better after his big decision and Fran's moaning just makes him even more unhappy. Fritz finds out about the poker evening at Vicky's apartment.

Wouter and Eben's poker evening goes very well and they decide to do it again. Vicky makes a turn at the shops and Stef notices that she has a new look.

Everything's abuzz at Bakgat in preparation for the big night with Randall Wicomb. Things remain scratchy between Fritz and Eben and Wouter tries to intervene.

Wouter believes he can get himself out of his gambling predicament despite Eben's warnings. Vicky's friendship with Stef blooms. Fritz pops in to see Wouter and surprises him.

Wouter's gambling shenanigans are exposed and are not well received by Fritz and Sussie. Fran visits Anthony at the loft. Isabel's suspicion that there's something brewing between Vicky and Stef are getting stronger. Wouter realises that Fritz won't forgive him easily.

Wouter tries his best with Fritz, but his grandfather is firm. Anthony wanders lround the Villa like a ghost and nothing that Fran does will cheer him up.

Celeste and Fritz clash about how Fritz handled the situation with Wouter and Eben while AJ is determined to take his son back to the farm. Sussie gives Fran advice on how to get through to Anthony while Marius tries to engage Wouter in something constructive. Stef surprises Vicky with a romantic invitation for the weekend ... but will they keep it secret?

Fritz and Wouter's relationship is slowly recovering and Marius advises Fritz to have more confidence in Wouter. AJ is excited to buy a unit in De Ruimtes but Celeste is not impressed with his plans.

Wouter tries his best to get his things in order and Marius's new hairstyle leaves Vicky looking at him with new eyes. Fran is still struggling to get through to Anthony but makes step-by-step progress.

Fritz and Sussie arrange the baptism of the year. Vicky agrees but what is the real reason behind her cooperation? Fran is excited when it seems that Anthony is finally opening up to her. Sussie has a revelation of her own that worries Fritz and Astrid confronts Stef. Eben sees something that upsets him.

It's Workers Day and the laid-back time Vicky thought she was going to have with Stef, doesn't happen. Celeste puts a spanner in the works regarding Astrid and AJ's contract.

Wouter's delighted about his designs that will be sold but then Eben shows up and plants an unhealthy seed in his head. Vicky and Stef walk on thin ice with their secret relationship. Anthony takes a new decision, without carefully considering the consequences.

Eben explains to Wouter how he should negotiate with the man who is interested in his designs. Sussie and Fran do their best to help Anthony and think of a fun way to make his life more exciting.

Wouter shares his bright idea to service minibus-taxi's with Marius, who is not impressed with his idea. Anthony is still reluctant to participate in the 'bucket list' but Sussie and Fran persevere with positive results.

Eben struggles to process the fact that Wouter doesn't want to include him in his business plans. Astrid receives a mysterious message from Valdez. Fritz is uneasy about Marius's hostility towards him.

Sussie confronts Anthony and her and Fran plan an outing. Vicky turns up at Astrid's and Marius isn't sure if Wouter complimented or insulted him. Fran's obsession with pictures causes disunity and Isabel surprises Vicky.

Marius is almost obsessive about Astrid's latest trick and confronts her. Isabel surprises Vicky with her ​​reaction to their secret and Fran and Anthony find out what the day's challenge entails.

Stef and Vicky's relationship leaves a cloud over the Villa and the Lofts and causes mutual tension between the residents. Carina is deeply concerned about Eben's involvement with Astrid. Fran, with the help of Sussie, is forced into a new course of action.

Marius struggles to process the news of Stef and Vicky's relationship and makes it clear to Stef when he tries to restore peace. Vicky seeks support from Isabel and the tension drives a wedge between her and Stef.

The situation between Stef, Vicky and Marius seems to be insoluble. Stef exacerbates the situation when he tells Vicky what he saw at Bakgat. Isabel assures Vicky of her support but disillusions her in the same breath.

Astrid manages to smuggle a wounded Valdez into her room and Anthony gets involved. Stef and Marius have a falling out and gets relieved of his godfather Stef duties.

Anthony wants to see how the patient in Astrid's room is doing and is shocked by what he sees. Marius reaches out more to Stef, while Carina agonizes over her feelings for her boss.

Wouter works on a plan to surprise Fritz with a concert on his birthday. Anthony gets shocking news when he confronts Astrid about Valdez. Carina makes a confession to Marius and he doesn't understand what she means.

The atmosphere is more relaxed after a successful baptism. Wouter is discouraged because his plans for Fritz's party don't want to work out but then Carina comes to his rescue.

The arrangements for Fritz's surprise party go full steam ahead and unleashes a small war among the Rosers. Carina tries to impress Marius and Fritz is touched by Astrid's gift - to her consternation.

The Villa Rosers try to outdo each when it comes to buying a gift for Fritz's birthday. Fran and Eben's plans go awry but Anthony comes up with a brilliant idea. Wouter feels threatened. While Louw stays with Marius at the Villa, Stef uses the opportunity to his advantage.

It's Fritz's birthday and everyone works hard to ensure that he doesn't find out about the party. Astrid is on a mission to protect her diamonds while Fran obsesses over an appropriate gift for Fritz.

The woman who looked around the Villa when everyone was celebrating Fritz's birthday has an interesting offer for Sussie and Fran. Wouter teases Eben because he doesn't know how to work with girls while Carina falls even more in love with Marius. Astrid calls in Jimmy's help with the diamonds and they decide to hide the diamonds in a safer place.

The Villa is up in arms at the possibility of the reality series while Astrid fears for her life and the safety of home. Isabel's strange behavior concerns Anthony who does his best to cheer her up. Stef and Vicky's love blossoms but Marius inadvertently disturbs the harmony.

Everyone is upset about a break-in at the Villa but Astrid exploits the situation by persuading Marius to increase security. In between, Astrid tries to make plans to get rid of the diamonds. Sussie and Fran are excited about the reality show and make sure everyone is on board but doubt soon creeps over Sussie.

Sally and her camera crew steamroll into the Villa. Sussie is uncertain whether she did the right thing and the presence of Sally and her crew provokes various reactions among Rosers. Astrid is still haunted by her diamond dilemma, uncertain of how to solve it, and Isabel makes the world difficult for everyone around her.

Everyone in the Villa puts their best foot forward for the big moment when the cameras to start to roll but once again Sally is not ready and the residents get restless. Eben becomes suspicious of Sally's operations and investigates. Sussie becomes more concerned about what Fritz will say about the reality show. There is activity in the garden again and the Villa's security is improved.

The cameras roll for the reality series and Sally makes plans to create conflict. Fritz returns from his overseas trip. Marius remains unaware of Carina's feelings for him. Isabel's first visit to the psychiatrist puts her out. A mysterious visitor arrives at Astrid's office and disappears before she sees him.

After a prank, the Villa Rosers start behaving more naturally in front of the cameras. Wouter and Carina are equally annoyed at Marius while Astrid watches the study like gold. Meanwhile, Fritz likes the dynamic Sally more and more and Sussie feels she's getting way too familiar with him. But what does Oudok think of the stranger?

Sally manipulates a situation between Sussie and Fran and that causes great dissension. She also has Fritz in the palm of her hand. An unwanted visitor shocks Astrid when he arrives at her offices out of the blue and makes dangerous demands. A rough and uncomfortable time awaits the residents of the Villa ...

The Villa is excited to celebrate Youth Day and everyone is in a relaxed mood. Wouter and Eben decide to manipulate the situation so that there can be more action for the camera's but draw the short straw when Fritz decides it's time to give them a lesson. Astrid gets unerved when Liam visits unexpectedly. There is an unpleasant surprise for Isabel at her loft.

Isabel's worst nightmare becomes a reality when she realizes that Liam has risen from the dead. When she hears why he's back, Isabel is deeply desperate and breaks in two. Sally's day ends in a nightmare and a bored Eben is very interested in Fritz's "expensive" gift. Isabel is not the only one who has an unwelcome guest ...

Wanda's arrival causes a ripple in the Villa and Wouter makes no secret of the fact that he wants nothing to do with her. Stef's aversion to Liam complicates their negotiations. Fritz is concerned about Wanda but retains his distance. Fran is enthusiastic about another book of hers that will be filmed. Vicky is unhappy when she catches Stef with Isabel.

Everyone tries to give advice but Wouter still doesn't know what to do about his mother. Stef and Isabel are determined to foil Astrid's evil plot while Eben smells international fame when he hears about Fran's new screenplay. Fran supports Wanda in her ordeal and Sussie thinks of a way to help Wouter.

Fran reels in Eben to help her with the script but he has a mind of his own and soon sparks fly! Fritz is sceptical while Sussie is hopeful that Wanda and Wouter will reconcile ... but how noble is her sudden visit and what does she really want? Astrid knows what to do with the diamonds.

Vicky is worried because Stef is so scarce. Meanwhile Stef searches in vain for the diamonds in Astrid's room. Liam and Isabel convince him to seek help. Wouter becomes more sympathetic towards Wanda and is ecstatic about her stories about Monaco. Eben believes his involvement with Fran's script is his key to fame and fortune.

Sussie and Carina's bond strengthens while Eben and Fran spin a mysterious cocoon around their writing project. It looks like Wanda is more desperate than what she's letting on and she spins her web round Wouter ... or any Relief who's close enough. Stef gets kicked out three times in one day. Liam plays his dual role as always with great conviction and misleads an unsuspecting Isabel.

Not only is Wanda busy winning over Wouter but she's also slowly but surely reeling in Stef too. Astrid's secretiveness drives Stef round the bend. Liam knows just how to work Isable's vulnerable feelings and Carina finds out that Eben has not told their parents of his planned trip to London yet. Wouter asks everyone to handle Wanda with respect and Stef eventually realises where Astrid hid the diamonds.

Fritz tries in vain to bring peace to the Villa and the cunning Liam continues to manipulate Isabel. Wouter is closer to his mother now that he accepts her while Sussie just wants to party every night. Astrid sees that Wanda has her sights set on Stef. She goes to Vicky ...

Sussie forsees disaster in the Villa - it seems to her that Oudok's portrait is trying to tell her something. Isabel is at breaking point and Liam takes advantage of her vulnerability. Vicky believes Wanda wants to get her claws into Stef and he has to act quickly to explain. Fritz tries his best to forge peace between Stef and Astid but Stef is inflexible.

With Liam on her trail, Astrid hurts her hand when she takes the diamonds out of the bottle. Liam continues to pump Isabel full of poison and leaves a dangerous gift in her loft. Wouter is very excited about his future in Monaco and takes Marius into his confidence. Wanda gives him the documents to change his surname but Wouter's response catches her off guard.

Wanda overhears a conversation between Fritz and Stef who do not like her. A candid moment between her and Wouter makes her think twice about her lies and deceit. Is it possible that Wanda's "good side" can win? Astrid is happy with the hiding place for the diamonds and believes she has the upper hand. Anthony is still concerned about Isabel's mood. Stef and Vicky's plans for a quiet evening are thwarted.

Vicky is upset when Stef wants to investigate the gunshot. Meanwhile, Astrid's in a problematic situation in Isabel's apartment. Stef defuses a potentially critical situation, while Astrid make threats that affect everyone. Wouter must think hard about how to ask Fritz for a favour but is optimistic that his grandfather will help him. Sussie is shocked by Wouter's announcement and Wanda manipulates Wouter.

Eben realizes that Astrid is fragile and reaches out to her. Fritz contributes heavily to the problems of his family. The diamonds become a bigger burden for Astrid, daily. Sussie fishes for information from Carina who gives just enough away to make Sussie wonder more.

Stef and Anthony are at loggerheads over Astrid while Sussie is on a secret mission. Eben discovers that Marius feels something for Carina but then his attention is diverted by an unexpected visitor. Another person arrives out of the blue at the Villa. The big question remains: Will Fritz succeed in his plan of getting rid of Wanda?

The break in to the vault causes great havoc in the Villa. Celeste is fuming about her jewelry missing. Walter is devastated by his mother's actions. Ruby pours herself a drink or two and philosophises about her daughter's behaviour. But, in her own way, she's a good grandmother to Wouter. Astrid is traumatized and Anthony warns her with harsh words.

Everyone feels raw and sore about the events with Wanda, particularly Sussie who struggles to process it. Ruby feels guilty and wants to spoil Wouter. Stef is frustrated because he makes no progress with Astrid and Anthony wonders if Liam was the one who lied about everything. Isabel comes home and promises Anthony that she's put the past behind her. Wouter makes an important announcement.

Stef takes steps for justice but then the case takes an unexpected turn. Ruby behaves strangely and takes the wind out of Wouter and Fritz's sails. Isabel is back home and seems to be having a good stab at picking up the pieces. Will she succeed? Anthony is nervous about what the police are going to think and Fritz's response takes Stef by surprise.

Eben irritates Marius who is upset about Carina's interests on campus. Sussie is wary of Marius. Stef and Vicky take Isabel under their wing. Ruby has one last surprise for Wouter before his departure. Astrid's sins catch up with her but Stef reaches out to her.

Fritz and Sussie want to support Wouter but they struggle to find a balance between caring and being busy bodies. Vicky and Isabel feel exposed at the possibility that Valdez is in the periphery. Fritz is unpleasantly surprised. Although Astrid is in the protective custody of an Interpol agent, her nerves are finished. Sussie encourages Marius to become romantically involved with Carina. Stef starts worrying when Fritz doesn't come home.

Tensions run high as everyone looks for Fritz who's disappeared. Meanwhile, he keeps his head and negotiates for his life. Astrid and Interpol inspector try to get Valdez in an ambush but things don't go as they planned. Will Villa Rosa's patriarch survive this nightmare?

It's the aftermath of Fritz's detention and Astrid is a free woman - but Stef has it out for her and gets an unpleasant surprise. Wouter is upset by what happened to his grandfather - Wanda scares him. Marius's efforts don't have the desired effect it.

Sussie and Eben plan a romantic evening for Marius and Carina but the outcome isn't what they expected. Fritz tries to convince Astrid that Stef will forgive her in time while Stef shares his anger about Astrid's unexpected reward with Isabel and Vicky. Astrid asks Isable for forgiveness and Isabel is as upset as she was before.

Sussie and Eben are still disappointed because they think that their plan for Marius and Carina failed. Stef is upset about Astrid's tithe to the church and hatches a plan to get rid of her once and for all. Vicky reaches a turning point in her relationship with Stef and Astrid hits an unexpected six.

Sussie is upset because she sees so little of Louw - because Marius, Carina and Fritz pamper him from morning till evening. Astrid look to curry favor with Fritz but her and Stef are still at loggerheads. When Stef calls Marius, he throws everyone's routine upside down and the residents meet the Villa's new guest. There is discord between Stef and Vicky and Wouter has big plans ..

Despite the discomfort of Jimmy's move into the Villa, he begins to creep into a few hearts. Sussie makes peace with Marius and Carina but Vicky's excuses are not so sincere. Eben wants to organise an exciting birthday party for Wouter but Wouter insists on something quiet.

Eben is suspicious of who and what Jimmy really is. He also struggles with the arrangements for Wouter's coming of age. Jimmy and Sussie get along better, to everyone, except Astrid's entertainment. Marius still struggles to tell Vicky what his true feelings are for Carina.

Wouter makes it clear that he isn't interested in a 21st birthday party, he wants to be on his own. Eben has other plans but he struggles to make the arrangements and it seems Wouter's birthday will be an anticlimax. Stef confronts Vicky and sparks fly in strange and surprising directions. Has Sussie lost her heart and who is Jimmy really?

The new shareholder has some big plans for the Villa. Stef has news for Fritz and isn't completely surprised when Fritz expresses his misgivings. Sussie cancels her appointment with Jimmy and changes plans. Until Eben walks in with news about Jimmy's past.

The Villa Rosers are shocked by Eben's revelation. Astrid is angry with Jimmy but is, as always, a woman with a plan. Sussie realizes that there's a new crisis on the horizon and tries her best to extinguish the fire. Fritz respects Wouter's proposal to improve the Villa and pushes Anthony's buttons.

The news about Jimmy's drug trafficking has Sussie more upset than she pretends to be. Fritz is shocked to hear that Wouter isn't interested in Anthony's classes. Jimmy wants to reach out to Wouter, but Eben makes it impossible.

After Astrid's advice, Jimmy tries to get compassion from the Rosers but Eben has it out for him. The question is, who will win? Vicky tries her best to make things right with everyone.

Vicky is determined to give Marius and Carina a formal dinner like no other while Sussie is undecided about the offer she got for King Pie. Eben tries to hide the fact that he's going to make a statement at the police station - not knowing that Astrid's already conniving ...

Jimmy has it out for Eben and follows him everywhere. Eben starts to become distressed and angry when no-one believes him. Jimmy and Amy get good news from the lawyer.

Anthony finds himself in a precarious position as Vicky's party puppet. What has Jimmy sniffed out regarding Eben? Sussie catches Jimmy out and shares her concerns with Marius. Wouter and Sussie busy themselves with King Pie and it doesn't look like Vicky's dinner will go according to plan. Jimmy has news.

Everything is perfect for Vicky's meal, except for a raw duck and hungry guests. Wouter wants to impress Anthony with a task but finds it's not so easy. Jimmy's reckless behaviour makes Astrid nervous. Wouter's day improves. No one can convince Sussie that her future isn't bright. Eben starts to pick the sour fruit of his vendetta against Jimmy.

Wouter is hopelessly in love with the eccentric girl he met in the mall, while Anthony begins to wonder if he really is qualified enough to practice as a doctor again. Eben gets a fright when AJ arrives unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Astrid let's slip to Fritz that the young man has a drug problem ...

AJ wants to acquire property in Bloemfontein and Astrid offers to help - but what are his reasons and what are her motives? Wouter advises Anthony but what he tells him shakes Anthony. An odd surprise awaits Wouter.

Fritz is worried because Sussie's attention isn't on her work. Meanwhile, Wouter tries to find out how Lente really feels about him. Marius finds out about Eben's secret. He accepts a challenge from Eben. Anthony considers opening a botox clinic but not everyone supports his idea.

Eben and Carina are suspicious of their parents' strange behaviour. Vicky makes Marius understand that he needs to accept Stef in Louw's life. Wouter wants to be romantically involved with Lente but realizes that he'll have to fight for it.

Wouter's efforts to impress Lente spiral out of control while Carina holds Marius at a distance after they're innocently caught in her bed together. Anthony returns from Cape Town and is enthusiastic about Botox therapy but the Villa Rosers continue to have doubts. There's more drama with Lente.

Eben and Carina are very stressed about their parents' secrecy. What is going on and what awaits them? Lente and Wouter are ready for their protest march, but then she gives him a very difficult choice. Marius suspects that Vicky is expecting and tells Sussie.

Marius and Sussie are convinced that Vicki is pregnant and Marius is very worried about how it'll impact on his relationship with Louw. They try to test Stef but she's clearly unaware of it.

Wouter heads to the Karoo and Fritz is not impressed. Anthony is excited about a possible new location for a botox surgery. Astrid puts her plan to seduce AJ into action.

It's Spring Day, but Wouter mourns his spring which has left him. AJ decides to return to the farm to speak things through with Celeste and Astrid continues to play the supportive girlfriend. Isabel shows Anthony a perfect opportunity, while Stef and Vicky are loggerheads again over the child issue.

Wouter's strange mood and behaviour has Fritz exasperated, but then Sussie decides enough is enough. Vicky and Stef's relationship is on dangerous ground and could easily take a wrong turn. Eben agonizes over his parents' marriage and to make it worse, Astrid pours petrol on the fire.

Fritz believes that there was no reason for Mari to come all the way to Bloemfontein and she makes it clear that Wouter is her grandson too. Wouter is delighted to see his grandmother and it spurs him on to take a big decision. Eben visits his parents but Carina isn't convinced that the situation is resolved. Anthony is on the short list for a surgery and can't concentrate on his studies not.

Wouter's plans to go overseas cause strife between Fritz and Mari. Anthony struggles to do his thesis in peace. Marius and Carina still don't want to tell the other that they don't want to go to the Spring dance. Vicky isn't impressed that she was excluded from the design of Carina's dance dress. Astrid targets Wouter as her next victim and sets her devious plans in action set.

Vicky curses herself for inviting Stef to use her apartment. Wouter and Mari are about to leave, then she makes Fritz an unexpected offer. Meanwhile, Astrid is still after Wouter's Villa shares ...

Wouter's departure sombers moods at the Villa - Fritz and Sussie suffer especially. Louw's birthday brings everyone together but also underlines underlying uncertainties in relationships. Astrid gets an unexpected visitor and what she hears is music to her ears.

Carina is completely broken when her father finally tells her the truth about his and Celeste's marital problems. Astrid plays with AJ like a cat with its prey, but he doesn't give in to her her charms. Vicky forces Stef to plan a special night for them and Fritz is delighted to hear from Wouter.

Celeste makes a discovery that sends shockwaves through the Villa. Vicky likes Stef's ambition but she makes it clear that he musn't neglect her. Marius tries to be mediator in the Rautenbach-crisis but realizes there's a difficult time ahead. Carina starts withdrawing from her responsibilities. AJ's world collapses when Celeste makes a decision about their future.

Eben swears revenge on Astrid for what she did to his parents She pleads not guilty and even offers her help to Celeste. Sussie has big plans which cause tension between Fritz and Anthony. Vicky is still dissatisfied with her situation at home but then Stef makes a plan ...

More flowers arrive for Celeste and Eben offers to get rid of them. Carina is torn about her father and it impacts on her relationship with Marius. Sussie returns from the business expo and immediately bumps heads with Anthony. Celeste finds comfort with Isabel and Vicky, while Eben schemes again ...

Anthony has his hands full with Sussie who wants to make overly hasty business decisions - he needs to act quickly to give her advice. Carina has doubt about her relationship with Marius. Eben is in a dark place and on a mission to undermine AJ ... he's also got it in for Astrid.

Sussie and Anthony are struggling with plans for the future. Sussie doesn't get support from Fritz nor Isabel. It's Anthony's first day at his new business, but things don't go quite as he had hoped. Carina cis weighed down by her parents problems and Eben's plan to take revenge on their father upsets her even further.

Eben comes up with a plan to outwit Astrid but little does he know, he is on thin ice! Vicky's arrangements go awry and she is angry at Marius, while Carina's dismay makes things difficult. Sussie and Anthony bury the hatchet and Vicky can't keep dangerous information to herself.

Sussie and Anthony are unable to agree on plans to buy and restore a building. Something shocking happens which causes Eben to suspect Astrid of foul play. Marius wants to make peace with Vicky but the situation worsens. Carina becomes more distant from everyone. Astrid warns Fritz that she will act if Eben doesn't improve his behaviour.

It's Heritage Day and surprises await the Villa. Meanwhile Fritz gives Astrid ammunition against Sussie Astrid while Marius receives shocking news about Carina. Sussie feels no-one supports her and Vicky becomes impatient with Marius suddenly who is suddenly an absent father.

Louw is fretful and it emphasises Marius' feeling that he isn't part of his life. Isabel gives Anthony advice on how to market himself as a Botox expert. Sussie is determined to buy the new site despite Astrid's interference. Stef still doing research on how advisable this transaction is ...

Carina decides that she and Marius need a temporary separation. Fritz brings up Marco with Sussie but she is not ready to admit that he makes her heart skip a beat.

Carina and Marius are uncomfortable with each other and Eben decides to speak to Marius but it doesn't turn out as he planned. Love Fever runs high with Sussie and Fran supports her but then things get out of hand. Vicky decides to clear the air between her and Carina. The question is: will she succeed?

Marius and Carina still deny their feelings - to many of the Rosers's frustration. Stef gives Vicky new insights into the Carina situation. Fritz is discouraged when Fran tries to spend time with him while he has has other mysterious plans. Marco surprises Sussie and knocks her off her feet.

Fran still feels excluded because Fritz and Isabel are such good friends, so she spends as much time as possible with Anthony. Carina and Marius discuss the way forward for them while Sussie and Marco dance around each other. Vicky tries to reach out to Carina and then feels offended ...

Stef tries get Vicky to treat Marius more leniently, with reasonable success. Vicky halfheartedly supports Marius's new plan to see Louw more regularly.

Marius and Carina's relationship is stable but Vicky and Stef struggle to not fight. Eben gets an opportunity to draw a line with Fran. Sussie suggests that Vicky appreciates Stef more. Fran discovers that ginger isn't such an innocent drink.

Marius and Carina and Stef and Vicky's relationship is shaky and both decide to fix things - but will it work? Sussie makes a discovery in Marco's room. Fritz gets the shock of his life when the bell rings and he opens the front door ...

A hesitant Fritz let's Lindie into the Villa and tries to process Simon's death. Fran makes up for the fact that she embarassed Sussie in front of everyone. How will Lindie's arrival impact on Marius and Carina's relationship and what will Astrid do about it? Vicky's ring burns a hole in Stef's pocket ...

Love runs high between Sussie and Marco, but, to be safe, he wants her to rather not invest all her money in their home. Fritz supports Lindie in her attempt to come to terms with Simon's death but she realizes that everyone isn't as eager to forgive her for what had happened ...

There is great excitement in the Villa when Sussie and Marco make an announcement - but not everyone shares in their happiness. Lindie and Marius make peace but Carina's upset by Lindie's presence and Vicky warns Marius about her again. Lindie tries to have a conversation with Astrid but Astrid makes it clear that she's not interested in her advances.

Astrid sticks her nose into the Villa's taxes and claims that Sussie is negligent. Lindie reaches out to Vicky again - but unsuccessfully. Fritz is anxious about a postal article that's been delivered for Marco.

Sussie and Marco's love runs rampant and Sussie takes a surprising decision. Astrid snoops into Marco's past and digs out new information that she must share with Stef. Vicky tries to reach out to Carina via Marius and he's caught in the middle. Lindie tries to compensate for her actions in the past and Marco and Sussie surprise everyone.

Sussie's wedding fever is contagious. Astrid is convinced she has valid evidence that Marco is a swindler and engages Stef and Fritz. Marius and Carina try to save their relationship but then Carina sees something that upsets her.

Lindie realizes that she still feels something for Marius and starts thinking it's time for her to leave Bloemfontein. Marius and Carina are at odds but Vicky tries to make peace between them. Meanwhile, Stef and Astrid have just seven days to unmask Marco before Sussie marries him ...

Carina confronts Lindie about Marius. Carina takes an important decision regarding her and Marius' relationship. Meanwhile Marius plans a romantic evening for the two of them. Sussie gets bad news about her parents and Vicky is no longer sure of Marco's so-called love for Sussie after she has a conversation with him.

Fran cherishes Sussie in her hour of need and Vicky wonders whether Lindie wants to get her claws back into Marius, while she and Stef both worry about Marco's intentions with Sussie.

Stef and Vicky find out who the anonymous ID book belongs to. Marco realizes his game is over when Astrid confronts him with the facts. Marius makes to speak to Lindie alone. Marco's plans to disappear from Bloemfontein are cut short by Stef. Sussie is not prepared for the shock that awaits her.

Sussie is shattered after she hears the truth out of Marco's own mouth. Everyone tries to comfort her, but to no avail. Lindie is upset when Marius doesn't show up for their appointment and she realizes he really feels nothing for her anymore. An old family friend arrives at the Villa.

Lindie tries in vain to grab Marius's attention and Vicky warns him against her but Marius admits that he feels sorry for her. Vicky realizes that Astrid isn't worried about Sussie at all and still has her eyes on Stef. Fritz is shocked when Sussie finally talks to him about Marco.

Vicky's suspicions about Lindie increase and Astrid's warnings don't make it any better. Sussie lets Vicky visit her but Vicky is outraged. Fritz and Anthony realize that everything isn't good with Gerhard. Paul makes a decision about his whereabouts. Astrid and Lindie don't try to hide their hatred for each other anymore. Sussie drives Fran to breaking point.

Sussie is devastated after Marco and the Rosers are deeply concerned about her. Gerhard runs around like a bull with a sore mouth and he won't share what's wrong with him. Vicky gets information about Lindie that puts her on the warpath.

Astrid makes sure everyone knows why Lindie came to Bloemfontein but Fritz believes in her innocence and creates doubt in Stef too. Sister gets more bad news from the bank and eventually everyone hears what's wrong with Gerhard. Vicky does everything in her power to protect Louw ... but how safe is it really?

Everyone is worried about Gerhard. Astrid is caught and decided she urgently needs good publicity. Sussie gets new hope. Lindie realizes she is on thin ice and reels Fran in to help. Vicky has a shiny new plan to keep Louw and the rest of the world's safe and Carina decides to teach her brother a lesson.

Gerhard finally tells Anthony the real state of affairs surrounding his illness and makes Anthony promise that he won't tell anyone. The discomfort between Marius and Carina continues and Eben suspect she likes Paul more than she admits.

Fritz is becoming ill but he tries to keep strong. Stef confronts Sussie about the money in her bank account. Gerhard admits exactly what is wrong with him to Anthony. Eben is on a mission to keep Marius and Carina apart. Astrid tells Sussie the truth about the payment. Gerhard proposes that he takes the Villa under his wing while Fritz is incapacitated. Stef realizes Lindie and Astrid plan to destroy each other.

Fritz is very sick with flu and the Rosers are worried about his condition. There awaits a strange package in Astrid's office and she gets a visitor who shocks her. Sussie's heart is heavy because her financial situation is critical and Astrid has her in her clutches.

Fritz is still sick and in bed and Gerhard drives the Villa's women crazy with his interference. Sussie agonises over the money in her account while Marius wonders if Carina is flirting with him again. Meanwhile, Astrid decides to make use of her unwelcome visitors' services ...

Eben plants his letter in Carina's handbag but he doesn't get the response he hoped for. Gerhard becomes increasingly anxious the closer he gets to his operation and Fritz recovers but slowly. Lindie is hopeful after her meeting with the so-called businessman and Astrid warns Liam to be careful. Isabel tries in vain to convince Vicky that Lindie not a danger.

It's the day of Uncle Gerhard's "procedure" and Fran chases everybody with all sorts of awkward questions. Astrid schemes ahead merrily ahead and Lindie is excited about her second appointment with the so-called Arnold Swiegers. Isabel takes the bull by the horns with regards Lindie and Vicky is anything but happy. It seems Astrid's friend doesn't want to play anymore ...

Gerhard returns from the hospital after two operations. Liam convinces Lindie that he wants to work with her Stef wonders if Paul wrote the letter to Carina. Lindie finds something interesting in Astrid's office. Fritz manages to talk to Gerhard about the prostate surgery.

The aftermath of Uncle Gerhard's surgery puts pressure on the Villa and Sussie has to stand firm. Carina gets a surprise package that opens-up all sorts of emotions for Marius and Paul. Astrid, Liam and Lindie play cat and mouse with each other and everyone wants to win.

Anthony tells Gerhard the way the wind blows and Carina secretly hopes that Marius is her secret admirer. Louw is sick and Stef feels guilty. Sussie and Isabel decide cheer up Gerhard and Lindie finds out about Liam. Astrid makes Liam a new offer, but she ends up where she belongs ...

Marius sleeps with Louw in his room, unaware of who creeps in during the night. Carina gets something from her secret admirer and is now convinced it's Marius. Astrid is in jail and it looks like only Stef can help her ...

Everyone processes the events of the past few days. Eben wonders whether he should give up his efforts to get Carina to forget Marius. Astrid makes it clear that she is not going to leave the Villa.

Louw is gone and chaos reigns in the Villa. Is he playing hide and seek or has someone taken him? And, if so, who would do such a thing? The police launch a massive search in Bloemfontein. Astrid and Lindie go through their revenge games and are forced into becoming an unlikely team to get back Louw. But will they succeed?

Vicky and Marius decide not to involve the police in Louw's kidnapping. Fritz doesn't want to be alone and Sussie supports him. Stef is hurt when Vicky gives more attention to Marius than to him. Eben lands himself in trouble and Paul takes control. Stef realizes Astrid's machinations have not ceased. Liam demands big money for Louw.

Isabel does what she wanted to do long ago. Marius and Vicky finally get good news and the people of Villa Rosa share their happiness. Liam comes a cropper and doesn't get what he really wanted. Astrid plays her cards right and Lindie must make the hardest choice of her life.

Gerhard is thrilled when he gets a call from the cooperative again but Fritz isn't sure that Gerhard has recovered enough to handle things. Gerhard looks forward to getting back to his farm - and the cooperative.

Carina tries to make sense of her feelings for Marius while Marius asks Stef for advice on their relationship. This makes things difficult for Stef because he knows how Paul feels about Carina. Isabel reaches out to Fritz but he remains aloof. She decides to discuss matters with him but ...

Sussie wants to put up the Christmas tree but there's a problem with the tree. Stef tries - unsuccessfully - to get information about Astrid and is surprised when he hears that Fritz still wants to get rid of her. Carina finds out that it wasn't Marius who sent gifts while Paul promises not to bother her again. She is on a mission to find out the truth.

The Villa Rosers admire the new Christmas tree but it doesn't change Carina's feelings towards Eben. Fritz orders a special Christmas gift but who is it for and why does he look so guilty? Paul gives Carina something to think about. Marius's outlook towards Christmas is becoming less festive and Astrid tries to fix what she messed up.

Marius and Carina finally go their seperate ways but Paul still feels guilty about his feelings for Carina. Marius is unhappy with the Christmas arrangements but Stef puts his foot down. Paul and Fritz wonder about Astrid's devotion to the Villa. Fritz's secrecy over a dinner appointment makes Sussie think there is romance in the air. Marius asks Eben to come back to work.

Paul runs into Marius and tells him how he feels about Carina - which has unexpected and far-reaching consequences. Vicky's interview with the magazine goes wrong and presents her with a difficult choice. Fritz is lonely and Anthony convinces Isabel that they should arrange something to surprise him ...

Paul still struggles to get through to Carina and appreciates Stef's advice. After Fritz put Astrid in her place, she decides to show that her intentions are sincere during the festive season. Stef and Marius are at loggerheads which makes Vicky decide to intervene. The meal which Isabel planned to introduce Fritz to a friend of hers doesn't go quite as planned.

Everyone is curious about Fritz's evening but he doesn't reveal much. Fran is convinced that there's a new love in his life but Sussie isn't convinced. Isabel is no longer willing to introduce anyone else to Fritz.

Astrid continues to try to curry favour and just as it seems she's making progress, an unwelcome surprise walks through the door. It looks as if Carina and Paul are getting closer and Fran searches high and low for a story. Sussie and Anthony try to work out who the mysterious woman is in Fritz's life.

Things are uncomfortable for Isabel with Fritz and she doesn't manage to speak to thim frankly. Astrid thinks she can manipulate Lindie. Marius assures Carina and Paul that he doesn't have a problem with their friendship. Celeste visits.

Fritz finally realizes what his true feelings for Isabe are. Astrid is a corner after Fritz's threat, Lindie makes mincemeat of her and the net tightens around her. Celeste doesn't have good news for Eben and Carina.

It's Christmas Eve, but Lindie has no mercy for Astrid - little knowing what thoughts her nemesis harbours towards her. Paul runs circles round Celeste while Eben wonders if his mother is still hiding something from them. The children of the Abraham Kriel home arrive and the Villa celebrates Christmas with the popular singer Riana Nel.

While the Abraham Kriel Children enjoy their visit, there are several issues that put a damper on Christmas day. Lindie puts greater pressure on Astrid who pretends she is playing along while Fritz questions whether he should give Astrid a warning letter or not. Marius longs for Louw and Sussie finds out something that makes her very happy.

Astrid schemes and is deeply satisfied with herself but what is her plan and who is her sacrifice? Her euphoria is cut short when Fritz and Sussie realise that Astrid is still up to her old tricks.

Stef can't find a suitable place where he can ask Vicky the "yes" word. Vicky is still reluctant to leave Louw in someone else's care. Even though love is blooming between Paul and Carina, Paul can't help but feel threatened by Marius. Fritz reaches out to Astrid but she's on a mission of her own. Sussie cannot explain the unease she feels. Stef looks forward to the Old Year's Eve party.

Stef's plans to get engaged to Vicky go horribly wrong. Astrid decides to finally get rid of Lindie and puts the bottle of poison in her handbag. But fate does not always play along and the evening delivers a few unexpected twists.

It's New Year's Day and lives in Villa Rosa changed drastically after what had happened the previous night. All are in shock, but Stef and Vicky are blissfully unaware - until they get the horrible news. Nothing will ever be the same again ...

All try to deal with Astrid 's death in their own way and Vicky believes Stef isn't being honest about his feelings. Isabel shock Fritz with her outspoken response. Nico still doesn't understand why he is in prison and makes a shocking accusation when he hears about Astrid 's murder. The police set him free and acknowledge that they have a new suspect .

Marius and Anthony are stunned when they have to call an ambulance to take Sussie to hospital. The Villa is worked up over what is wrong with Sussie and Paul is suspicious when Marius and Carina are concerned about each other.

Stef is struggling to come to terms with Astrid's death. Sussie can't find peace. Lindie realizes her days in the Villa are numbered. Nico settles his debt and Marius is impressed . Sussie says goodbye to Bloemfontein. Paul reaches out to Stef. Sonja Kruger books in at the villa . Vicky feels rejected by Stef.

Stef has withdrawn from Vicky and it's causing tension in the relationship. Maryke searches for friendly company with Anthony and he reaches out to her. Eben accidentally comes across shocking information.

An article appears in the local paper that may have serious consequences for the Rautenbachs. Vicky is still trying to reach out to Stef but he remains distant. Isabel upsets Fritz with her attitude towards the Villa shares, while an unpopular man has to the found before Astrid's will can be read...

Sonja is working hard to find work, but not very successfully . Eben tries to persuade Marius to hire her. Vicky is frustrated because she can't get through to a distant Stef. Paul gets bad news and this puts extra pressure on his and Carina 's relationship. Nico starts working at the Villa and makes sure that Stef doesn't see him.

It's the day of Astrid 's cremation. Vicky 's dress is right but Stef unsettles her again. Nico becomes a citizen at the Villa. Fran meets Maryke and isn't afraid to air her opinion. Sonja's first day at work arrives but it seems that Paul has already lost hope. While Stef relives the past, Vicky makes a life decision.

Vicky and Stef drift further apart. It seems Astrid still stands between them. Maryke makes sure Anthony knows that she thinks his mother is special. Marius is impressed with Sarah, but Eben doesn't feel the same. Paul says farewell to Carina. Fritz invites Nico to stay in the Villa. The mysterious Mr. Albrect arrives.

Stef reads Astrid 's will and the content causes shock waves through the Villa. Who knows what and who Gunther Albrecht really is? Vicky 's patience is wearing thin with Stef but Marius is there to support her. Maryke shows her true colors, without Anthony noticing anything .

Gunther is upset that Stef is trying to keep him in Bloemfontein and even Fritz feels his son handled the matter badly. Anthony is worried about Maryke and Villa Rosers. Nico and Fritz enjoy each other's company and play music together while the distance between Stef and Vicky grows.

Vicky is fed up with Stef 's aloofness and stops wearing her engagement ring. Marius and Gunther talk. Sonja schemes to get together Marius and Carina together, but then feels guilty. Fritz is concerned about Stef and Vicky 's relationship. Anthony is helpless when he finds out something shocking about Maryke.

Anthony gets a disturbing SMS. Carina catches out Sonja. Stef is emotional when he receives Astrid 's ashes. A meeting is called when the results of the DNA test are ready.

Vicky puts up a strong front but it's hard for her to be alone. Sonja gets offered the housekeeper position. Astrid 's letter makes Gunther even more resentful. Maryke plays the role of victim masterfully but Anthony withdraws. Stef 's presence in the Villa makes Nico nervous.

Fritz warns Stef to stop snooping into Gunther 's past but then Stef makes a shocking discovery. Marius and Stef both try to get Gunther 's shares but Fritz has other plans. Vicky tells Stef the truth. Maryke plays a dangerous game with Anthony .

Stef cannot wait to squeeze the truth out of Nico but Fritz is not convinced of Nico's guilt. Nico tries to convince Gunther that Stef's targeting them both but looks for support in vain. Anthony is still trying to help Maryke but is shocked by an observation made by Isabel after she meets Maryke. Sonja makes a confession to Eben and he promises to keep her secret .

Fritz has his hands full with Stef and Marius doesn't fare much better with Vicky. They are both agonizing because they feel they have not assisted Stef enough. Nico tries to win back favour with the Rosers and tries to make an ally of Gunther. Will Gunther co-operate or does he have his own agenda and if so, what it? Sonja makes a valiant effort in the kitchen.

Sonja's ignorance behind the stove is a problem. Maryke pulls Anthony deeper and deeper into her game. Vicky and Marius agree not to bring romance into their friendship. Fritz encourages Stef to contact Vicky but Stef is not ready yet. Stef confronts Nico about his past. Just as Stef thinks that he and Gunther are getting closer, Gunther does something that causes doubt in Stef.

Stef is angry with Astrid. Carina cannot understand why Eben is suddenly so eager to work at Bakgat while Sarah does her best to make food for the Villa Rosers. Marius says that Vicky must decide on her future and Fritz puts the same pressure on Stef. Nico tries to manipulate Gunther, but it's not so easy ...

Nico plays a manipulative double game with Gunther and Fritz. Stef is still in a dark place and he shocks Gunther with an unexpected gift. Maryke has Anthony in the palm of her hand, but Isabel has her suspicions. Marius's relationship with Vicki goes well, but then he takes it too far.

Gunther is very interested in what happened between Stef and Astrid. Nico makes eyes at Sonja and she's pleased. Anthony gets more involved in Maryke's life even though it seems she doesn't want his help. Gunther has memories from his childhood which means he has more questions and Vicky makes a confession to Marius.

Maryke continues to play merrily but it looks like one of her teammates is suspicious. Nico attempts to fulfill Astrid's plan for Stef and gets caught. Fritz tries to maintain peace in the Villa while maintaining support for Stef. Marius is unsure about his feelings and Astrid leaves Gunther a path of breadcrumbs. Does it lead to something valuable or is it her last laugh?

Money gets stolen from Isabel's wallet away and she suspects she knows who the thief is. Stef wonders about Marius and Vicky's relationship but Fritz stops him. Carina feels her life is empty. Anthony refuses to accept that Maryke is fake. Gunther goes to Isabel with an interesting offer but she chases him away.

Louw is still sick and Marius sleeps in the loft to help Vicky, which distresses Stef. Nico makes sure Sonja stays on his side, while Isabel apologises to Maryke for the misunderstanding with the money. Eben discovers something that makes him suspicious of Nico and Gunther does more snooping in the Villa's basement.

Stef is in a dark place and makes shocking allegations - not only against Vicky and Marius, but especially against Fritz and Isabel. Anthony tries to negotiate a bargain for Maryke but comes up against Fritz. Nico and Gunter play cat and mouse with each other and Eben is caught in the middle.

Stef tries to apologize for his actions during the meeting but no-one has much sympathy for him. Maryke plays her game with great confidence and Anthony doesn't worry about Isabel's warnings. Sonja is upset with Nico and he has to work hard to win back her trust. Gunther and Marius argue about Isabel's shares and sparks fly when Stef storms into Bakgat.

Isabel comes to Stef's rescue and paints him a grim picture of his future if he decides to stay on his current path. Vicky and Marius have a serious discussion in light of what happened between them the previous day. Stef tries to turn his life around. Maryke has fun playing with everyone but how long until someone gets suspicious? Nico eventually succeeds.

Something disappears from the Villa and Eben decides that Nico is the thief. Stef lets Vicky know that he's going to pull out all the stops to get her back. Carina cares about Sonja's feelings for Nico. Maryke's role of victim changes to vamp. Gunther wants to buy Isabel's Villa shares but he realizes he'll have to fight for them. Will Anthony see through Maryke on time?

Anthony is clay in Maryke's hands while Isabel is frustrated that Fritz suddenly has doubts about whether he should buy her Villa shares. Gunther continues trying to get money to make Isabel an offer and Nico ensures that he remains in Sonja's good books. Stef eventually finds evidence that Nico is a phony and chases him away from the Villa but then Nico makes a shocking revelation.

Stef has information on Nico that he wants to share with Fritz but Nico is one step ahead of him. Maryke manipulates Anthony more and more and he still doesn't know who and what she really is. Isabel's announcement that she's leaving the country takes everyone off guard. Fritz most of all.

Stef is frustrated that Nico continues to elude him and Fritz promises him that they'll sort out the matter as soon as possible. Anthony and Maryke are cautiously optimistic that they can hire Isabel's loft. Fritz makes peace with Isabel and has good news for her. Carina is not so sure that Eben isn't bothered about his father's young girlfriend. Stef thinks Nico's news is very funny.

Nico has Fritz and Sonja in his pocket. Nico takes Stef by surprise with an unexpected proposal. Carina tries to fathom how Eben really feels about AJ's new romance, but it, or rather Eben, explodes in her face. Anthony and Isabel are at loggerheads about Maryke again - who cunningly continues playing. Gunther feels things are eventually turning in his favor when he makes an exciting discovery.

Fritz gives Eben advice. Marius reaches out to Carina and she must fight her feelings for him. Anthony and Isabel make peace. Nico warns Sonja to a watch her tongue. Carina has information about AJ that she doesn't want to share with Eben. Gunther gets an unpleasant surprise. And what is the connection between Maryke and Nico?

Stef tests Nico with a statement about his mother but cannot catch him out. Isabel's prospective tenant arrives and she makes a very good impression. Carina still hides the truth about their father's new relationship from Eben while Vicky gives Stef advice on how to deal with Nico. Maryke manipulates Anthony to get more money out of him.

Anthony stands on a cliff edge with Maryke and does not realize it. Saskia immediately puts her mark on the villa and begins to show her true colors when Gunther involves her into his plans. Sonja starts to wonder about Nico. Isabel is about to leava and a heavy farewell lies ahead.

It's Isabel's last day and Vicky has a surprise for her. Stef takes Vicky into his confidence regarding his plans with Nico. Maryke is bitter because she cannot attend Isabel's farewell and she argues with Nico. Gunther is relieved when Saskia is positive about the research but she warns him that they will have to be careful. Carina is surprised by Eben's news as he returns from the farm.

Maryke continues exploiting Anthony's generosity... Nico goes along with things but how long will he be content to see her in another man's arms? Stef is determined to unmask Nico and calls in Vicky's help. Will they be able to continue hiding things from everyone while Stef seeks the truth? Carina surprises Marius and Saskia makes sure Gunther knows what her rules are.

Sarah catches Nico digging around the Villa. Fritz and Maryke have a frank conversation. Saskia lays down the rules for her and Gunther's friendship and their project. Eben gets news about AJ. Anthony is determined to get out of the Villa. Maryke and Nico's machinations are rampant but their relationship begins cracking. Anthony is blinded by love for Maryke.

Stef returns from the Cape with interesting news, but he only shares it with Vicky. Carina is worried about Eben again but Marius reassures her. Gunther finds out about Astrid's history with the diamond smuggler Valdez and immediately investigates further. Meanwhile, Maryke gets Anthony's offer to purchase the house and gives it to Nico to doctor...

Maryke and Nico rig new plans regarding Anthony. Sonja fills Stef in about what she knows about Nico and he follows it up with a surprising proposal to Gunther. Marius asks Carina out officially but then things go wrong.

Stef's plan to unmask Nico goes well but then things go wrong. Fritz tries in vain to explain to Anthony why he is worried about his and Maryke's relationship and an unexpected house guest arrives which further complicates Anthony's life. Eben's new friend pops into Bakgat and doesn't make a good impression on Carina.

To Maryke's frustration, Fran plays the supportive future mother in law while watching Maryke like a hawk. Stef hits a blank when he wants to give Anthony insights and Marius surprises Carina and himself when he talks to her about Eben. Cardo executes a dubious transaction under Eben's nose. Maryke finds herself in a predicament. Will she be able to worm out of it?

Fran is on a mission to catch out Maryke and she gets Stef's help. Cardo works cunningly. Nico wants to get out of Bloemfontein. Saskia realizes it will be difficult to mine diamonds at the Villa but Gunther won't let it stop him. Sonja hears wedding bells for Vicky and Stef. Anthony gets the shock of his life.

Anthony tries to make sense of what happened to him but it's a bitter pill to swallow. Maryke worries that he might have smelled a rat and is extra gentle and loving. Sonja tries to bring Vicky and Stef together while Cardo decides to leave the Backpackers. Gunther is vague about the mineral rights and then Saskia finds out that he acted without her knowledge...

Gunther makes a business decision but Saskia's sobering thoughts lead him to an unpleasant surprise. Eben waits for Cardo and Carina warns him in a sisterly manner. Maryke's betrayal pushes Anthony further into a corner and his future looks even more obscure suddenly when he gets an unexpected phone call.

Everyone is shocked by a newspaper report that's clearly been planted by a vengeful Maryke. Marius warns Gunther to leave Carina alone. The men are in an uproar when Nico is seen in the mall. Stef suspects Maryke is far from done with Anthony and Saskia and Gunther's partnership is on shaky legs.

Eben makes Cardo an offer he cannot refuse. Gunther gets put in place twice in one day and Fritz tries to give Stef and Vicky's love life a boost.

Stef and Vicky are about to resume their relationship. Cardo's hero status buys him a stay at Villa Rosa. Maryke has knowledge of Stef's real brother but Stef is not interested. Two beloved characters say goodbye to Bloemfontein. It seems that Eben's involvement with Cardo will not work out for him. The Von West singing duo books in at the Villa.

Eben does not feel well after the party he was at with Cardo and wonders if their drinks were laced. Vicky wants to ask Stef to get engaged but he has other plans. Meanwhile Sonja makes final arrangements to surprise the couple at Bakgat. An old friend of the Villa arrives - but isn't alone as always. This time he brings along a special friend...

Love runs high for Stef and Vicky but it is hampered when Captain le Roux calls him and Maryke confronts him with a strange piece of evidence. Gunther and Saskia's plans are on track until Gunther receives an SMS which drives him over the edge. Uncle Gerhard and Kotie make themselves at home in the Villa.

Eben is concerned about Cardo and then a bruised Cardo arrives at the Villa. Gunther warns Saskia about her close relationship with Fritz and he does not like her reaction. Gerhard is nervous about his visit to the doctor and is disappointed when Kotie tells everyone that they are just friends. Stef does not trust the peace between Saskia and Gunther.

Saskia struggles to tame Gunther and has to do drastic damage control when he loses his head. Stef and Vicky invite Gerhard and Kotie over for dinner but Kotie doesn't enjoy the evening at all. Eben does secret research on drugs and becomes increasingly suspicious of Cardo. In the meantime, everyone forgets about Gekkedag...