Episode three of Africa Magic Heartbeat picked up exactly where the tension left off, and if episode two was about shifting power, this one was about using it.
After winning the “Score the Kiss” challenge, Igwe made his choice and selected Toria to join him in the Love Nest. The decision felt deliberate and a little dangerous, confirming his growing reputation as the wildcard of the season. As the rest of the house watched, it became clear that Igwe was no longer just reacting to attention. He was actively shaping the chaos.
With the Love Nest decided, the remaining singles were left to chance. Numbers were drawn, and new pairings emerged for the night. Alvin found himself paired with Hilda, Queen Latifa with Henri, and Ken with Shekinah. But the pairing that raised eyebrows was Chidera and Kena, who once again picked matching numbers. At this point, it felt less like a coincidence and more like the universe insisting on unfinished business.
The next morning brought a poolside game that quickly turned uncomfortable. When Queen Latifa was asked to suck Igwe’s toe and did so without hesitation, all eyes shifted to Ken. The moment lingered, and the tension was unmistakable.
Things escalated further when it was Igwe’s turn. Asked to walk up to the person he found most attractive and kiss them, he initially moved toward Chidera, clearly enjoying the suspense. At the last second, he switched direction and kissed Queen Latifa instead. The reaction was immediate. Ken later admitted it was difficult to watch, and episode three made it clear that jealousy was no longer subtle.
As the day progressed, it became obvious that some of the earlier pairings were already losing steam. They struggled to find rhythm, except for Chidera and Kena who continued growing closer. Elsewhere, Shekinah appeared to shift her focus toward Igwe, a move that felt less about connection and more about sending a message to Alvin.
Toria, meanwhile, pulled Alvin aside for a heart-to-heart conversation. She openly expressed her discomfort, pointing out that he seemed torn between her and Shekinah. Calling herself possessive and jealous, she asked him to be honest and clear the air. Before the conversation could settle, Shekinah arrived, and the tension became too much. Toria chose to walk away.
As night fell, host Seyitan Atigarin introduced a new Heartbeat challenge centred on seductive dancing. This time, the women took the floor while the men watched and scored. According to Seyitan, the goal was simple: explore, take risks, and avoid locking into early comfort zones. Toria sat out the challenge due to feeling unwell, but the rest of the ladies came prepared.
Queen Latifa dominated the round, repeatedly scoring perfect tens from the men. When the final scores were tallied, she emerged the winner and earned the power to choose who would join her in the Love Nest.
All eyes turned to Ken. But Latifa had other plans.
Instead of choosing familiarity, she announced she wanted fresh blood. The decision landed like a bombshell and brought episode three to a close on a cliffhanger that promised even more disruption.
If episode three proved anything, it is that comfort does not last long on Heartbeat. Power keeps changing hands, jealousy is no longer hidden, and choices are starting to carry real consequences.
Catch the next episode of Heartbeat on Africa Magic Showcase, DStv Channel 151 and GOtv Channel 8, at 9 pm on Sunday. If you missed episode 3, catch up on Showmax, the DStv or GOtv Stream apps or via the Catch Up feature on your decoder.
