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The Atlanta ladies finally touch down in Cape Town, South Africa for their long-anticipated cast trip in Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 4, Episode 12 — “South Africa: Just Like Home.” What begins as a beautiful getaway quickly turns into team dynamics and fresh drama as the group splits into two sides: the “Smalls” (Phaedra, Shereé, and Kandi) and the “Talls” (NeNe, Cynthia, and Marlo). 

While exploring Cape Town and enjoying a glamorous yacht outing, the women attempt to reset their friendships — including a rare moment where NeNe Leakes and Shereé Whitfield try to put their feud behind them. But peace doesn’t last long when Marlo Hampton confronts Shereé about being excluded from a dinner party, reigniting tension and forcing NeNe into the unexpected role of mediator. 

In this episode recap, we break down the early dynamics of the South Africa trip, shifting alliances, and the first sparks of conflict that will define this iconic Housewives vacation.

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