Jacob's Cross

Jacob's Cross is an epic story centred on one man's quest, Jacob Makhubu, to build the next great South African empire. Set against the backdrop of powerful oil magnates battling for Africa's rich off-shore oil resources, family reputations are questioned and defended while searching for a new and illusive energy source.

Folake discovers her brother in Chief Abayomi's room and suspects the worst. Jacob avoids all contact with his South African family and breaks up with Lerato, while Prospero tries his best to bring Jacob's mind back to their issues at work. Thembi tells Jacob the truth about her time in Nigeria.

Lerato tells Jacob that she wants to keep the baby. Jacob feels pressure from all sides as Thembi asks him to attend a memorial unveiling for his father, Luyanda.Chief Abayomi questions Jacob's loyalty to Prospero and Prospero finds himself on the receiving end of another energy bid offer.

Lerato and Andile struggle to share Jacob's flat and attention. Prospero challenges Jacob's family loyalty to his two fathers.Bola pays an unexpected visit to Johannesburg, forcing Folake and Jacob to protect their father again. Jacob becomes more dependant on Andile than he ever expected.Thembi tries to build a relationship with her new daughter-in-law.

Folake struggles to come to terms with Prospero's betrayal, which causes a rift within the normally unshakeable friendship of Prospero and Jacob. Bola strengthens his proposal with Prospero. Jacob's preoccupation takes its toll further on his relationship with Lerato as he finds himself pushing away everyone close to him.

Feeling the pressure of his Nigerian and South African interests, Jacob has the added burden of his pregnant wife, who has been rushed to hospital. Folake informs Jacob that she must fight the battle on her own in Lagos, despite his concerns for her safety. Zanele tells Jacob that they must put their history behind them and move on.