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Etv says goodbye to ‘The Black Door’ and ‘Durban Gen’

Viewers must say goodbye to two popular shows as Durban Gen and The Black Door reach their final episodes.


Dr Mbali Mthethwa’s challenging experiences during her early days as an intern at Durban General Hospital (Durban Gen) have been the centre of an intriguing drama series that airs every early evening at 6:30pm on etv.

The show has captivated viewers with its gripping portrayal of the life and struggles of the young doctor and the show’s other cast members.

Regrettably, this coming week will mark the conclusion of Dr Mbali’s story, and viewers will have to bid farewell to the compelling character portrayed by actress and singer Nelisiwe Sibiya.

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Viewers are not only bidding farewell to their beloved soap opera, but they will also have to endure the conclusion of The Black Door as it airs the final episodes of its first season.

‘Durban Gen’ comes to an end

The show’s storyline focused on Mbali, who falls in love with Dr Lindelani Zulu. Sadly, their union was complicated by the fact that Mbali was already in a committed relationship when they met and fell in love.

In the Durban Gen season finale, Mbali lost her husband and found love again with Dr Lindelani, but her journey tragically ended with her death. In an interesting twist, however, the doctor returned from the afterlife to reunite with her first love, Dr Lindelani.

‘The Black Door’ season two?

The Black Door has also been enjoyed by viewers across South Africa.

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It premiered just over a year ago and followed the story of a premium brothel staffed by the regular members of the community who lived double lives in pursuit of a dream.

In the lead-up to the season finale of The Black Door; Velaphi is a lovable but chaotic character, and there are questions about his intentions. Is he pursuing Mam Rebs, and will he even remember his family?

As for Khaya, Nandi, and Nolitha, some wonder if polygamy is on the table and whether Khaya can handle both women.

Additionally, there are unclear developments in Boniswa’s storyline that leave viewers curious.

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When to catch the episodes

The last episode of Durban Gen will air on etv on Friday, 14 April 2023 at 6:30 pm. The last five episodes of Durban Gen will premiere on eExtra from Monday, 17 April 2023 and air until Friday, 21 April 2023 at 10:30pm.

Durban Gen will also have an Omnibus on e.tv on Sunday 23 April 2023 starting at 12h30.

The Black Door airs on etv, on weeknight at 9:30pm and the five last episodes will air on Openview, Channel 114 on Saturday from 9pm.

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