The Mommy Club NBO
| The Mommy Club NBO | |
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| Genre | Reality television |
| Developed by | Eugene Mbugua |
| Directed by | Jessica Mwangi |
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| Country of origin | Kenya |
| Original languages | English Swahili |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Eugene Mbugua |
| Producer | Caroline Ngujiri |
| Running time | 45 - 60 minutes |
| Production company | D&R Studios |
| Original release | |
| Network | Showmax |
| Release | 30 May 2025 – present |
| Related | |
| The Mommy Club | |
The Mommy Club NBO is a 2025 Kenyan reality television series produced by Eugene Mbugua for Showmax.[1] The show is the fifth installment of The Mommy Club franchise and documents the lives of five Kenyan affluent mothers.
The show premiered on May 30, 2025 and features actress Jackie Matubia, DJ Pierra Makena, make-up artist and entrepreneur Carey Priscilla, South Africa-born life coach Ofentse and Eric Omondi's ex-fiance Lynne Njihia.[2]
Plot
Mommy Club gives a glimpse into the lives of five affluent Kenyan mothers as they navigate parenting, ambition, and glamour in Nairobi.[3]
Cast
- Jackie Matubia,[4] Kalasha-nominated actress, digital content creator, and influencer. She is a mom of two.[5]
- Pierra Makena,[6] Kenyan DJ and actress who shares a close bond with her charismatic daughter.[7][8]
- Carey Priscilla, digital creator, model, and founder of Carey Beauty School, with two branches in Nairobi. She is the mother of two sons and one daughter.
- Lynne Njihia,[4] she is a 24-year-old mother of one daughter and ex-fiancée[9] to comedian Eric Omondi. She is a brand influencer, content creator, commercial model, and dancer.[10]
- Ofentse Tsipa,[11] South African-born[12] life coach living in Kenya with her Dutch husband and their two children, a son and a daughter. She is also sister to Shaka Ilembe’s Lemohang Tsipa.[13]
Lemohang Tsipa and Eric Omondi also appear in the show.
Series Overview
| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
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| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 13 | May 30, 2025 | Ongoing | |
Season 1 (2025)
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date | |
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| 1 | "Opening Hearts at High Tea" | Jessica Mwangi | 30 May 2025 | |
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Introductions bloom and impressions are made as the mamas meet for an elegant high tea gathering. | ||||
| 2 | "Baby Steps and Boundaries" | Jessica Mwangi | 6 June 2025 | |
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The little ones get their own rooms while the mamas define their personal space. The group learns the gentle art of setting limits. | ||||
| 3 | "Mimosas, Milestones & Missteps" | Jessica Mwangi | 13 June 2025 | |
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A colourful brunch leaves the mamas disappointed, and a play date spat gets out of hand. Will Jackie and Lynne come to an understanding? | ||||
| 4 | "Expanding Dreams & Finding Harmony" | Jessica Mwangi | 20 June 2025 | |
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As businesses grow, the ladies learn to navigate conflict resolution and tricky dance moves. Ofentse attempts to diffuse the situation. | ||||
| 5 | "Pilates, Prayer & Passion" | Jessica Mwangi | 27 June 2025 | |
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Core strength meets soul strength in Jackie's spicy pilates and Carey's Bible study - and for dessert, Pierra gets the mamas on the dance floor. | ||||
| 6 | "Brushes With Friendship" | Jessica Mwangi | 4 July 2025 | |
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A makeup class by Carey sparks underlying tensions, but heartfelt apologies help the mamas find their colours again. Pierra tells her side of the story. | ||||
| 7 | "Mother Knows Best" | Jessica Mwangi | 11 July 2025 | |
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After dark adventures and a crash course in modern-day marriage and romance. Carey's mother makes a vibrant appearance to offer much-needed advice. | ||||
| 8 | "Healing Sessions & Promises Ahead" | Jessica Mwangi | 18 July 2025 | |
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Couples' therapy breakthroughs, Pierra's house-hunting jitters, and the promise of a gesture of love in the air. | ||||
| 9 | "Circle Of Trust & Fresh Starts" | Jessica Mwangi | 25 July 2025 | |
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Ofentse's group therapy uncovers fresh bonds as old disagreements finally find their end. New friendships are formed. | ||||
| 10 | "Straight Shooters, Lovers & Friends" | Jessica Mwangi | 1 August 2025 | |
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A day at the gun range tests confidence while a high-stakes proposal question looms. | ||||
| 11 | "A Toast To Queens" | Jessica Mwangi | 8 August 2025 | |
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The mamas reminisce about how time flies, moving on with grace and raising a toast to what comes next. | ||||
| 12 | "Reunion Part 1" | Jessica Mwangi | 29 August 2025 | |
| 13 | "Reunion Part 2" | Jessica Mwangi | 5 September 2025 | |
Production
Development
The Mommy Club NBO was announced in early May 2025 ahead of its premiere later in the month. The show is produced by Eugene Mbugua, the masterminds behind The Real Housewives of Nairobi.[14]
Release
Showmax is set to release the first episode on 30 May, and subsequent episodes being available on the streaming platform every Friday.[15]
The show had its premiere[16] on 29th May at Aspire Centre Westlands and was attended by all cast members[17] as well as the show production team.[18]
References
- ^ Opondo, Angela (8 May 2025). "Showmax Unveils 'The Mommy Club NBO' – A Dazzling New Chapter in Its Hit Reality Franchise". Kenyan Vibe. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ Gichovi, Murugi (12 May 2025). "Meet Nairobi's Most Fabulous Moms In 'The Mommy Club NBO' On Showmax". Capital FM - The Sauce. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ Edwards, Michelle (13 May 2025). "The Mommy Club NBO". Showmax Stories. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ a b Otengo, Victor (7 May 2025). "Jackie Matubia, Lynne Njihia to Star in New Mommy Club Reality Show". TUKO. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ Gichovi, Murugi (26 May 2025). "Actress Jackie Matubia Says She Manifested Her Newest Role In The Mommy Club NBO". Capital FM Sauce. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
- ^ Mithika, Boniface (7 May 2025). "Jackie Matubia, Pierra Makena, Lynne Njihia to star in reality TV show Mommy Club NBO". TNX Africa. Retrieved 13 May 2025.
- ^ "Pierra Makena talks single motherhood, retiring from public". KBC Digital. 21 July 2025. Retrieved 22 July 2025.
- ^ Mithika, Boniface (19 July 2025). "Pierra Makena: unapologetic, unmarried, and unstoppable at 43". The Standard Digital. Retrieved 21 July 2025.
- ^ "Lynne Njihia Breaks Silence on Eric Omondi Breakup & Possible Reunion | The Mommy Club NBO | Dating?". MPASHO. 31 May 2025. Retrieved 15 August 2025.
- ^ Mithika, Boniface (9 August 2025). "'The Mommy Club NBO' star Lynne Njihia speaks on being a Gen Z mother and dealing with online trolls". The Standard (Kenya). Retrieved 15 August 2025.
- ^ Milimo, Dennis (8 May 2025). "Meet the Cast of the Newest Reality Show "The Mommy Club NBO"". Mpasho. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (12 June 2025). "SA content creator Ofentse Tsipa joins 'The Mommy Club NBO' Kenya". Sunday World. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ "Life coach Ofentse represents Mzansi in The Mommy Club NBO". Showmax Stories. 17 June 2025. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
- ^ Okumu, Lynet (7 May 2025). "Unfiltered & fabulous: Meet Nairobi's 'Mommy Club'". Khusoko. Retrieved 13 May 2025.
- ^ Nzyoka, Nzula (7 May 2025). "Mommy Club NBO, to premiere on Showmax this May". KBC Digital. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Awino, Lynet (30 May 2025). "Real moms of Nairobi take stage as Showmax premieres 5th Mommy Club installment". Khusoko.
- ^ Sagwe, Moses (2 June 2025). "The Unfiltered Reality: What to Expect from Carey Priscilla on Mommy Club Nairobi". Mpasho.
- ^ Gichovi, Murugi (2 June 2025). "Showmax Hosts Star-Studded Premiere For New Reality Show The Mommy Club NBO". Capital Sauce. Retrieved 3 June 2025.