After the most recent episode of the reality show Umndeni aired on Moja Love, Baba Maseko, a well-known character, generated a lot of worry and conversation on social media. Fans of the reality show, which is well-known for focussing on Maseko’s polygamous lifestyle, were enthralled by his wives as soon as they saw them, especially with regard to their apparent decline in health.
On X (previously Twitter), the latest episode of Umndeni generated a lot of discussion, with many viewers expressing concern over Baba Maseko’s wives’ physical appearances. Mahlalentabeni Maseko was especially concerning since she had signs of bruising behind her eyes, raising concerns that she and the other women might be the victims of abuse.
Concerned viewers poured their thoughts into social media sites, speculating on what might be causing the woman’s illness. Many were quick to criticise Baba Maseko and Moja Love TV’s producers for what they considered their failure to provide enough protection for the women on the show.
A viewer who goes by the handle @TyloBanks commented on the ongoing worries, pointing out that the spouses have looked sick ever since the first season. One of the wives, Dabula, had even lost a tooth, according to another user, @makhaf2, while another wife, Nkanyezi, appeared to be in better health than the others. @Itu_Mohoang made one of the more concerning remarks, recalling an instance in which Maseko freely acknowledged hitting Mamkhulu, one of his wives. Because of this admission, many viewers feel that Moja Love is ignoring the alleged abuse, and calls have been made to cancel the show.
Some viewers voiced their disapproval with the show’s publishers as the online conversation went on, accusing them of taking advantage of the women’s misery for their own amusement. With a comment on how tough it must be to film a reality show when the women’ lives look to be falling apart, @_FentseM expressed sympathy for the wives. The ladies’ appearance alarmed another user, @LungiYou, who said that in addition to being ill, the wives also seemed hungry.
There have been more incidents involving Baba Maseko’s wives. Viewers have voiced similar concerns about past seasons, questioning the morality of showing such material and the possible harm it could do to the participants.