Love Never Lies: South Africa, the Netflix reality TV dating series introduced viewers to six couples who wanted to test their relationships. In this show, each cast member is tested with temptations to see whether they give in or pass the loyalty test. The lie detectors reveal whether the contestants are speaking the truth as each couple competed for the final grand prize.
Now that the reunion episode has aired on December 8, 2024, the six couples have reunited a year later to share updates regarding their relationship status. One of the main highlights in this episode was viewers finding out Pretty and Siya were together. Pretty shared her love for her partner as the couple opened up about their future plans for marriage.
Meanwhile, the Love Never Lies: South Africa cast member Gontse gets questioned by Munaka who shared she couldn't forgive him for infidelity again. Love Never Lies: South Africa episode 8 titled The Reunion was released exclusively on Netflix on December 8, 2024. The episode synopsis reads as the following:
"The six couples join fabulous host Minnie Dlamini a year later, as they revisit their journeys in a drama-filled, spicy reunion. Did love conquer all?"
What happened on the Love Never Lies: South Africa reunion episode?
On the Love Never Lies: South Africa reunion episode, Siya revealed that he had met Pretty's parents who gave him an ultimatum to get married. In an exclusive video package, Siya and Pretty's year recap was shown as the couples moved in together. Pretty reflected on her relationship since they both left the show, she stated she was satisfied with her connection with Siya.
During the reunion episode, Pretty opened up about her feelings regarding her partner. She addressed her prior statements about Siya not being his type, Pretty said:
"It is stronger, better, a hundred percent. I can't complain about anything. My end goal is just to succeed with my partner and just make it in this life. Let me make it clear, my man is handsome and I love him. Yeah, I have a type, even though Siya is not that type, but I appreciate him. He is more than enough for me."
Later in the Love Never Lies: South Africa episode, Gontse was questioned regarding his actions. Munaka revealed that Gontse was spotted being cozy with another woman by her cousin, which put a strain on their relationship. She mentioned:
"why did my cousin call me to say, 'I saw your man in the club with a girl that's not you and they looked cozy?' And it was that day. Tell me you hate me without telling me you hate me."
Gontse insisted they had already discussed this matter and bringing it up again at the reunion was of no use. Munaka on the other hand stated she wanted people to know the reasons that led up to their breakup. She shared that she had learned the lesson to be "with people that actually want to be with me."
They both got into an argument until their conversation was interrupted by the show host.
All episodes of Love Never Lies: South Africa are available to stream exclusively on Netflix. Viewers can follow the cast members on their official Instagram accounts.