The first housemate to be unveiled was a 25-year-old South African female called Cossy. She described herself as a fun-loving, but also ‘serious’ person.
The second housemate to be unveiled was a Nigerian, Yemi Cregx. He stated that he was looking forward to learning more about South Africans in the course of the show.
The duo wasted no time in striking up a conversation. At a point, Cregx helped Cossy to adjust her wig; an action that resonated on social media, with many people posting about it.
Other South African housemates are Juicy Jay, Nelisa, Mmeli, Khosi, Ipeleng, Thabang, Yaya, Khehla, Tsatii, and Justin.
Nigerian contestants are Olivia, Blaqboy, Nana, Marven, Jaypee, Ebubu, Jenni O, Kanaga, and Yvonne.
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Blaqboi
Name: Blaqboi
Age: 26
Location: originally from Plateau State in Nigeria, now lives in Jos
Occupation: Content creator, aspiring filmmaker Cool, calm, and level-headed, Blaqboi is a great storyteller, so it comes as no surprise that he’s an aspiring filmmaker. He’s also charming, funny, and confident with plenty of street smarts.
Ebubu
Name: Ebubu
Age: 28
Location: originally from Anambra State in Nigeria, now in Lagos
Occupation: Actor, model With his dynamic personality and street smarts, Ebubu is open-minded and interested in the world around and beyond him. Humour, resilience, calm, and determination also mark his personality.
Ipeleng
Name: Ipeleng
Age: 24
Location: Originally from the North West, now in the Gauteng province, South Africa
Occupation: Law Student Ipeleng has both a great sense of humour but also a shy side. She is close to her parents and has the utmost respect for them.
Jaypee
Name: Jaypee
Age: 26
Location: Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Occupation: Nurse, model Jaypee is a liberal lover of love and loves to take risks in this regard. To this end, a flirty confidence and an open mind serve her well.
Jenni O
Name: Jenni O
Age: 24
Location: Originally from Imo State, Nigeria, now in the USA
Occupation: Health and safety specialist Spontaneous and spicy, Jenni O loves to talk. She’s a colourful daredevil with opinions and no time for nonsense.
Juicy Jay
Name: Juicy Jay
Age: 24
Location: Eastern Cape in South Africa
Occupation: Semi-pro rugby player Charismatic and energetic, Juicy Jay loves to mingle and party. This proudly Xhosa man is highly competitive and loves living on the edge.
Justin
Name: Justin
Age: 21
Location: East London, South Africa
Occupation: Photographer Easy-going Justin is generally fun and engaging. Happy-go-lucky, he loves to laugh, but he’s also that responsible friend.
Kanaga Jnr
Name: Kanaga Jnr
Age: 23
Location: originally from Abia State in Nigeria, now in Lagos
Occupation: Model, aspiring actor The athletic Kanaga Jnr is charming yet candid, expressive yet calm. He has a boyish charm, but is mature for his age, and is a sensitive young man who loves older woman.
Khosi
Name: Khosi
Age: 25
Location: Originally from KwaZulu-Natal, she lives in Johannesburg South Africa
Occupation: Journalist Khosi’s personality suits her journalism profession: she is talkative and open-minded. While adventurous, she is also self-aware.
Lukay
Name: Lukay
Age: 31
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Occupation: Sales executive Self-aware and brutally honest, Lukay is also highly empathetic and a traditionalist: he moved to KwaZulu-Natal to re-establish a relationship with his parents. His lovely smile is a marker of his vibrancy.
Marvin
Name: Marvin
Age: 28
Location: Originally from Port Harcourt in Nigeria, now in Texas, USA
Occupation: Chemical engineer/model
Marvin is a charismatic guy who comes from humble beginnings. The well-travelled adventurer is protective of those he loves. He says he is a cute boy with brains and a sense of humour to match.
Mmeli
Name: Mmeli
Age: 24
Location: Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South. Africa
Occupation: Content creator, model Bred in the ‘Brow, Mmeli is fearless and street smart with a naughty streak. He has no qualms about what others think about him. He likes partying and is devoted to his bachelor lifestyle.
Nana
Name: Nana
Age: 22
Location: Originally from Kaduna State, Nigeria
Occupation: Entrepreneur While soft-spoken, Nana doesn’t conform to social norms. She comes off as timid but it may be a case of still waters run deep.
Nelisa
Name: Nelisa
Age: 25
Location: Originally from the Eastern Cape, now in Johannesburg, South Africa
Occupation: TBC Nelisa is dynamite in a small package. She is lively and spunky. She also tends to wear her heart on her sleeve.
Olivia
Name: Olivia
Age: 22
Location: Originally from Imo State, Nigeria
Occupation: Aspiring actor Olivia is glam girl with a little bit of a wild side. The bold and daring aspirational actor is a big dreamer.
Thabang
Name: Thabang
Age: 21
Location: Originally Soweto, now in Johannesburg, South Africa
Occupation: Sports data analyst Big-voiced Thabang is a go-getter who knows his game. Charming and level-headed, he’s also in touch with his emotions, and his drive and focus doesn’t diminish his love for fun.
Tsatsii
Name: Tsatsii
Age: 24
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Occupation: Engineering, biotechnology, microbiology student Tsatsii is cerebral and grounded yet equally curious about life. Her brains match her beauty.
Yaya
Name: Yaya
Age: 30
Location: Originally from the Eastern Cape, now in Johannesburg, South Africa
Occupation: Plus size model Yaya is talkative and has a big, bold personality. She is quietly confident and matured and is not afraid to be vulnerable.
Yemi Cregx
Name: Yemi Cregx
Age: 30 Location: originally from Ekiti State in Nigeria, now in Lagos
Occupation: Model, actor Tall, dark, and handsome Yemi Cregx is confident and outgoing. While he is a highly competitive individual, he’s also known for wearing his heart on his sleeve.
Yvonne
Name: Yvonne
Age: 28
Location: Originally from Akwa Ibom State, now in Lagos, Nigeria
Occupation: Model, content creator Yvonne was made for the soft life and is used to getting what she wants. However, this pastor’s kid is also resilient and bold.
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