Big Brother Mzansi fans have never been ones to sit back and let their faves suffer alone. Oh no, they get in the trenches with them, creating simulated experiences at home just to prove their undying loyalty. This season, the Top 5 fandoms outdid themselves, turning their homes into mini Big Brother houses. Let’s take a look at how they took “support your fave” to a whole new level.
Jojo's choir of Warriors
The Jojo Warriors were never ready for the full scope of Jojo’s game. As the first female HoH of the season, she took down the men’s conference and the bandana gang with surgical precision, all while convincing Ezra that he stood a chance. But a moment came for her when Nsuku encouraged her to take her singing seriously. She serenaded the house with free concerts and Jojo Warriors turned social media into their very own virtual concert, harmonies optionl.
Nate's Luminators and the face card that never declined
The Luminators were blessed with the ultimate face card of the season. Nate, the medical practitioner who could snatch a wig and beat a face better than a certified MUA, set a beauty standard that had fans scrambling for their ring lights and makeup kits.
Nsuku's Golden Nation and the beanie revolution
Nsuku, the Mother of Umlilo, spent the entire season proving why she deserved a spot in the house, and her fandom had her back from the jump. One thing about Nsuku? She was the queen of accessories. A folded beanie and oversized shades? That was her signature look, and Golden Nation had no choice but to follow suit. Fans across Mzansi embraced the Nsuku aesthetic, wearing beanies indoors (even in the sweltering heat) and rocking shades at night like they had exclusive VIP status.
Sweet Guluva's Sweet G's and the cup-filled jacuzzi's
Sweet Guluva was NOT impressed when Biggie asked the house to fill the jacuzzi with cups of water to earn back prize money. After all, why should he when he refused to buy a message from home, but other housemates did? However, when the time came, uBhuti had no choice but to grab a cup and join in – grumbling all the way.
Sweet G's felt his pain and, in solidarity, recreated the challenge at home. Pools and jacuzzis across the country were slowly filled with cup after cup of water, with some fans even timing themselves to see if they could outdo the housemates. Spoiler alert: they couldn’t, but at least they tried!
Uyanda's Honey Badgers and the ultimate ride-or-die support
Uyanda’s Honey Badgers had their fave’s back through thick and thin, through amagwinya and punishments. When he was sentenced to a thread-and-needle punishment after getting into Jojo’s face a little too aggressively following a wild night, his fans simply could not let him suffer alone. So, they grabbed their own needles and thread, attempting to stitch their way through the frustration alongside him.
And of course, his now-iconic confrontation about taking housemates one by one became an instant meme. Fans took that soundbite and turned it into a battle cry, using it to call out their own personal ops online.
The Utlimate fan showdown
This season, Big Brother Mzansi fans took things personally, proving that support isn’t just about tweets and votes—it’s about living the experience. Whether it was matching outfits, makeup transformations, or physically exhausting water challenges, these fandoms went all out.
And with the finale approaching, we can only imagine what’s next. A full-scale reality TV reenactment? A nationwide Jojo choir? Nate-inspired beauty masterclasses? Whatever it is, one thing is certain – Mzansi fans never do things halfway!
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