As you may have seen in the
TVSA News Shorts, 1Magic telenovela 1802: Love Defies Time replaces Champions on Mzansi Magic in the 19h00 timeslot once it ends.
It airs from 18h30 to 19h30 on its premiere night this Monday (3 February) and at 19h00 thereafter, from Mondays to Wednesdays only.
Thursdays and Fridays are also re-runs from another channel, except they're from Mzansi Wethu, which Compact viewers have already had access to.
This means that the primetime 19h00 slot doesn't feature a Mzansi Magic Original series anymore and won't for a year because 1802 has 156 episodes.
You'll find the what's what and who's who on it by tapping here:
TVSA 1802: Love Defies Time Show Page.
Coming up in February 2025:
Monday 3 February 2025
Episode 1
World's Collide
Khosi and Zuko, a newly engaged couple, run away together to celebrate their engagement. Things take a turn when Khosi gets transported back in time by a magical amulet.
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Episode 2
Kill the Witch!
After Khosi arrives in the past, she saves a dying man, only to discover he is a prince of the Majola kingdom. When the community start accusing her of being a witch, her gift for healing saves her.
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Episode 3
The Hunt is On
While nursing her patient back to health, Khosi and Prince Melisizwe grow closer. To prove which of the brothers should rule after King Jonginamba, Melisizwe and his brother Longamo have to kill the dreaded Mamlambo.
Monday 10 February 2025
Episode 4
History Repeats
After helping Melisizwe get better, Khosi is told she's no longer useful to the Royal homestead. MamThembu has her thrown into the pit for creating too many enemies with her Western medicine.
Tuesday 11 February 2025
Episode 5
The Escape
Melisizwe pleads with Kumkani Jonginamba to release Khosi from the pit. Khosi admits to Melisizwe that she has his missing magical amulet.
Wednesday 12 February 2025
Episode 6
The Battle of Melisizwe
MamCwerha seeks the help of a witch doctor to put a spell on Melisizwe's spear. When news of his death reaches the kingdom, Khosi thinks her only chance of getting back home is gone.
Monday 17 February 2025
Episode 7
Tears of a Mother
A grief-stricken MaMthembu blames Khosi for the death of her son, and punishes her, only to discover that Melisizwe is actually alive. Longamo and his mother are disappointed to discover he is still alive.
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Episode 8
Show Me The Way to Go Home
In an attempt to get rid of Melisizwe once and for all, Longamo slips into Melisizwe’s hut in the middle of the night to kill him. Khosi shows up to protect her patient, Melisizwe. Kumkani Jonginamba intervenes.
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Episode 9
Chasing the Hands of Time
Khosi tells Melsizwe about the attempt on his life. Melisizwe reveals he knows his brother has bad intentions and Khosi promises to help him overcome him.
Monday 23 February 2025
Episode 10
Death Escaped
MamCwerha finally sets her a plan to murder Kumkani Jonginamba in motion. She does not anticipate her plan will go left. Her plot against the king is discovered.
Tuesday 24 February 2025
Episode 11
The Punished Prince
The rivalry between the two princes continues when Melisizwe and Longamo get into a tussle that leads to King Tshawe being injured. Khosi steps in and once again saves another life, causing her name to be hailed. She is making herself a target of the dark elements in the community.
Wednesday 25 February 2025
Episode 12
The King's Guard
Out in the bush Melisizwe and Khosi discover Xesibe has been hiding a secret child with great powers. Xesibe fears the King will kill the child when he discovers it. Princess Mthwakazi falls in love with a commoner.
1802: Love Defies Time airs on Mzansi Magic from Mondays to Wednesdays at 19h00.