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Meet The Big Brother Mzansi Season 6’s “Bazozwa” Housemates

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Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 has officially premiered, introducing 23 housemates and a redesigned house as the reality franchise enters its latest chapter. Hosted once again by Smash Afrika, the season branded Bazozwa, is broadcast live around the clock on DStv, with weekly eviction shows airing on Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu. “This season is about energy, presence and personalities,” Smash Afrika said during the launch.

The Housemates

  • Tumi the Barber (28) – A Kwaggafontein barber and dancer driven by discipline, transparency, and pride in family values.
  • Ofentse (26) – A Mamelodi native who believes emotional intelligence and authenticity will win public trust.
  • Ashay (24) – A Richards Bay personal trainer whose athletic resilience is shaped by football and the Comrades Marathon.
  • Bravo B (28) – A Durban-based food vendor returning determined to turn persistence into a long-awaited win.
  • Buhle B (22) – A Boksburg graduate entering with brand ambition and a clear eye on post-show opportunities.
  • Cia (30) – A Mamelodi teacher relying on emotional intelligence and calm problem-solving under pressure.
  • Dene Jones (29) – An Eldorado Park legal officer and creator ready to put authenticity at the centre of his game.
  • Didi (21) – A Lenasia student shaped by resilience, kindness, and a deep instinct to support others.
  • Dube (22) – A Johannesburg telesales agent whose persistence finally earned him a place in Biggie’s house.
  • Ilano (23) – A Johannesburg club promoter using people skills, charm, and social awareness as strategy.
  • King Wanda (31) – A Delmas municipal employee banking on approachability and emotional steadiness.
  • Kokii (26) – A Carletonville housemate whose journey through depression fuels quiet inner strength.
  • Lawredo (32) – A Soweto-based model and entrepreneur promising unapologetic authenticity.
  • Liema (24) – A Qonce musician focused strictly on the prize, not romance.
  • Mashél (31) – A former radio personality from Rustenburg leveraging media experience and presence.
  • Mmeli (27) – A Hillbrow content creator returning with a sharper, more strategic approach.
  • Mshefane (27) – A Witbank creator known for resilience and unwavering determination.
  • Neliswa (30) – A Johannesburg club entertainment manager thriving in chaos and social dynamics.
  • Que (27) – A fleet analyst from Johannesburg who prides himself on adaptability and people-first thinking.
  • Ramona (37) – A Montagu-based contender entering with clarity, maturity, and long-term focus.
  • Thandeka (30) – A KwaZulu-Natal native living in Italy, bringing adaptability shaped by life abroad.
  • The Don (24) – A Diepkloof model guided by faith, patience, and confidence.
  • Trixie (34) – A Johannesburg club promoter and single mother motivated by survival, growth, and financial stability.

Key Highlights

Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 Launches With 23 Housemates, a New House and Live 24/7 Broadcast

Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 has officially gone live, marking the return of one of South Africa’s most-watched reality television franchises. The new season launched with 23 housemates entering a redesigned Big Brother house, kicking off weeks of strategy, alliances and public voting.

The season is once again hosted by Smash Afrika, who returns to anchor the live shows and weekly evictions. Viewers were introduced to a new group of contestants: Lawredo, Kokii, Neliswa, Thandeka, Ofentse, Tumi the Barber, King Wanda, Didi, Dene Jones, Mashel, Ramona, Cia, Mshefane, Ilano, Que, The Don, Buhle B, Ashay, Trixie, Liema, Mmeli, Dube and Bravo B, each entering the competition with the goal of outlasting their housemates.

Why This Matters

Big Brother Mzansi remains one of the most powerful reality TV formats in South Africa, consistently shaping popular culture, online conversation and influencer careers. Season 6 reinforces the show’s role as a launchpad for new public figures while maintaining its position as appointment viewing in the local entertainment calendar.

Culturally, the Bazozwa season arrives at a time when audience participation and real-time digital engagement are central to television success. With constant live feeds and social media-driven voting, the series continues to reflect how South African audiences consume and influence mainstream entertainment.

The show is broadcast live 24/7 on DStv Channel 198, with eviction episodes airing on Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu every Sunday evening.

Follow @bigbromzansi for the latest updates.

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