Could e.tv Dump Annekan Die Swa Kry After Three Seasons?

Annekan Die Swa Kry follows four siblings, who are closely tied to each other, lose both their mothers and fathers after a series of unfortunate events. Having lost the people most dear to them, there is nothing they can do except hold on to each other as they no longer have anyone else they can depend on. 

That is until, Akif Atakul, the person who is the reason for all their misfortunes, opens the doors to a college he owns to them, exposing them to a completely new and different life. This new life, where the paths of rich and poor, criminal and victim intersect, turns everyone into a new person.

After wrapping up its fourth and final season in Turkey with eMedia Investments that is likely to wrap up if not acquire the remaining episodes in the 2025/6 season is currently on its third season. With questions amounting to how eMedia Investments plans to distribute the final season. 

For those who've viewed these brands, most of the content to have been distributed by Kuiertyd has often changed broadcasters. Doodsondes' 6 seasons were divided between e.tv, eExtra and eVOD same goes for Roekeloos Dade with Daai Crazy Somer being those few to air entirely. 

Recently, it was announced that Pad Na Die Hart would be replacing season 5 of Doodsondes on eExtra as opposed to eMedia just wrapping up the show as seen with eVOD. What are the chances that Annekan Die Swa Kry won't just get taken off e.tv's schedule in the coming months?

Elif will be ending within the first half of 2025 so it wouldn't come as much of a shocker if Annekan Die Swa Kry were to take up its timeslot with both being family oriented. Or if it arrived much later within that year either on e.tv or eExtra hence the 2025/6 season.

August 2024 On Investigation Discovery Across Africa | Returning Shows Including American Detective With Joe Kenda And Signs Of A Psychopath

Signs of a Psychopath S4B

New Season 

Psychopaths live among us. They can be friends, family members, coworkers, or even lovers. Trying as they may to impersonate normal humans, there are always signs that reveal their true nature: calculating, narcissistic -- and sometimes, murderous.

First TX: 13 August

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 17 September

American Detective with Joe Kenda S3A

New Season

This true-crime series hosted by Lt. Joe Kenda, one of America's toughest detectives, features incredibly disturbing and mind-blowing cases from across the country. Lt. Kenda expertly guides us through the complex twists and turns of these bizarre crimes.

First TX: 21 August

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 16 October

Murder in the Heartland S6B

New Season

This true-crime series investigates the murders that tore through Middle American towns. The townspeople not only become storytellers, they also hold clues to the puzzle that forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

First TX: 29 August

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 24 October

High Speed Chase S2

New Season 

Get in the driver's seat for some of the most extraordinary police chases ever captured on camera -- with never-before-seen footage, it's a fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled window into a world where criminals will do anything to escape.

First TX: 10 August

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 September

August 2024 On Discovery Family And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premieres Including Barefoot Contessa | Returning Shows Including Kindig Customs | More

Discovery Family 

Kindig Customs S3

NEW TO CHANNEL

Dave Kindig turns out one-of-a-kind vehicles for his demanding, and sometimes famous, clientele. Working on all types and periods of cars, Dave and the crew design, build and restore from the ground up.

First TX: 28 August

TX Day: Weekdays

TX Time: 15:50

Last TX: TBC

Texas Metal S2

NEW TO CHANNEL

With dozens of awards on their walls, crowds of adoring fans, and a several-months-long waitlist, this Texas team always has their hands full with rowdy customers, challenging builds and tight timelines.

First TX: 6 August

TX Day: Weekdays

TX Time: 16:45

Last TX: TBC

Wheeler Dealers S9

NEW TO CHANNEL

Viewers join host Mike Brewer and mechanic Edd China on their quest to transform automobiles back into mint condition. From completing major overhauls to tackling tricky detailing jobs, Mike and Edd teach all aspects of automotive restoration.

First TX: 7 August

TX Day: Weekdays

TX Time: 15:50

Last TX: TBC

Real Time

Barefoot Contessa 

NEW TO CHANNEL 

Cookbook author and expert hostess Ina Garten opens the doors of her Hamptons home for delicious food, dazzling ideas and good fun. She shares her best party tips and elegant recipes that are easy for any home cook to master.

First TX: 14 August

TX Day: Weekdays (Mon-Fri)

TX Time: 11:40

Last TX: TBC

A Crime To Remember S1

NEW TO CHANNEL 

Fashions may change but murder never goes out of style. A Crime to Remember showcases the most compelling crimes of yesteryear, when secrets festered, passions ran wild and cops had nothing but shoe leather and gut instinct to catch a killer.

First TX: 20 August

TX Day: Everyday

TX Time: 21:40

Last TX: TBC

Siba's Aventures Johannesburg 

NEW TO CHANNEL 

Chef Siba Mtogana hits the streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, to uncover its tastiest dishes. From street food and farmers markets to quirky restaurants and coffee shops, Siba tries mouthwatering bites that inspire a menu for her own kitchen.

First TX: 9 August

TX Day: Weekdays (Mon-Fri)

TX Time: 12:30

Last TX: TBC

Paramount And Skydance Merger Facing A Class Action Lawsuit By A Shareholder

The suit, which was filed in Delaware court by Class B common stockholder Scott Baker, broadly alleges that controlling shareholder Shari Redstone forced through an “unfair” deal that benefits her and Paramount’s parent company National Amusements Inc (NAI) at the expense of Class B shareholders, who had no say in the deal.

The suit argues Redstone was intent on selling her interest in Paramount to Skydance “regardless of its impact on other Paramount shareholders.”

Through a unique ownership structure, the Redstone family’s holding company NAI owns 77% of the voting shares in Paramount, though it only holds a roughly 10% equity stake.

Under the proposed deal, Paramount’s Class B stockholders can cash out their shares at US$15. However, the suit alleges there isn’t enough money in the deal to buy out all of the non-NAI Class B shares. Instead, argues the suit, shareholders would get a mix of cash and Class B stock in the merged entity amounting to only US$12.23 per Class B shares.

The suit also alleges that Paramount’s board is “packed with Redstone insiders, over whom she exercises control,” and that Redstone has a history of controlling company boards and ousting directors in order to bring merger deals to fruition.

On the latter point, it cited the 2019 CBS-Viacom merger as an example of Redstone doing “everything in her power” to force a deal through, “even if it took her a couple of years and required ousting directors, packing boards of both merging companies with directors who would support her, and using NAI’s status as controlling shareholder to get what she wanted.”

In addition to Redstone, Paramount and NAI, the lawsuit also names Paramount board members Barbara Byrne, Linda Griego, Judith McHale, Charles Phillips and Susan Schuman as defendants, in addition to Skydance and its CEO David Ellison.

The filing of the lawsuit comes three weeks after Paramount and Skydance announced they had come to terms on a deal to form New Paramount following a lengthy negotiation process that saw several other bidders in the picture. The companies said they expect the transaction to close in the first half of 2025.

Through the deal, Skydance, which is backed by private equity firms RedBird Capital and KKR, will invest around US$2.4bn to acquire Paramount Global’s parent company, National Amusements, for cash and US$4.5bn for the stock/cash merger consideration to be paid for publicly traded Class A shares and Class B shares. It will also invest US$1.5bn to help improve Paramount’s balance sheet.

Ellison will serve as chairman and CEO of New Paramount, while Jeff Shell, the former NBCUniversal CEO who is currently chairman of sports and media at RedBird Capital, has been named president. Those appointments will become effective when the transaction closes.

The deal also includes a 45-day ‘go shop’ period, which allows Paramount to look for better offers before going with Skydance. However, going with another company would mean Paramount would have to pay Skydance a US$400m “breakup fee.” On Friday, billionaire Barry Diller, who emerged as a potential suitor last month, indicated that his company IAC was likely out of the running.

It had been widely assumed that the Paramount-Skydance deal would draw shareholder scrutiny and lawsuits, and there are expected to be several others filed in the coming months.

Primedia, Parent Company For 947 And Eyewitness News Reportedly Up For Sale

Private equity shareholders of Primedia are considering strategic options for their stakes in the South African broadcasting group, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

The company, owned by EPE Capital Partners, FirstRand, Old Mutual and the Mineworkers Investment Trust, has turned around under CEO Jonathan Procter, helping boost its valuation, said the people who asked not to be identified because the talks are private.

A jump in operating cash flow at Primedia makes it easier for the private equity firms to begin discussions with local and international companies, they said.

Primedia attracts interest from international and local investors from time to time

Interest in broadcasting firms in Africa — home to the youngest and fastest growing population in the world — has been on the rise in tandem with the surging use of mobile phones and declining data prices.

France’s Canal+ is in the process of acquiring DStv parent MultiChoice Group in a deal that values the company at R55-billion.

Primedia, the owner of Eyewitness News and Radio 702, is targeting a 25% increase in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation to R1-billion in the near term, two of the people said. Improving finances at the broadcaster may value the firm at R6.4-billion to R9.2-billion, the people said.

Primedia “attracts interest from international and local investors from time to time”, the company said in an emailed response to queries. “These expressions of interest are considered by the board and shareholders, although no process has been announced by the board.”

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EPE Capital and Old Mutual Private Equity referred queries to Primedia. Rand Merchant Bank, a unit of FirstRand, and Mineworkers Investment didn’t respond to requests for comment. The process is still at an early stage and there’s no guarantee any deal will go ahead, the people said.

Primedia was founded in 1994 and operates in eight African countries including South Africa, Nigeria and Zimbabwe.

The company recently established a studio production business that holds the licensing rights to local versions of shows including the Masked Singer and Deal or No Deal.

The company has also started selling content to streaming services such as Netflix and Apple+, and opened a sporting business for advertising and sponsorships as it increasingly pivots the company to becoming more digital focused. 

MultiChoice's Diversity At Risk And Canal+ Plans For The Company Might Hurt M-Net

As some readers are aware, Canal+ and MultiChoice are currently finalizing terms of the acquisition as they seek approval from local legislation. With lingering concerns surrounding the fate of MultiChoice's linear offering once Canal+ gains ownership.

In the cases of mergers and acquisitions, Canal+ (the owner) implements cost cutting measures to the acquired company (MultiChoice). Job losses is one with more corporate downsizing awaiting the services of DStv and Namola.

Following Naspers separation from MultiChoice, the pay-tv company built its presence around the world of gambling (SuperSportBET), insurance (DStv Insurance) and security (Namola). Canal+ main interests are that of multimedia brands such as DStv and Showmax.

If anything, the acquisition could see that diversity get scrapped or sold particularly if more losses had been generated from that service.

As for the latter DStv and Showmax, Canal+ seems to be hinting at a restructure for these assets which would see them serve as competitors. Maybe after the acquisition, Canal+ will look into splitting Showmax as a separate entity. 

Remember they were rumours of MultiChoice wanting to be a streaming based company before Canal+ made their attempts at acquiring the company. One instance would be Canal+ killing off whatever remains of M-Net and similar to Me and 1Magic content gets folded under Showmax. 

It was stated by the potential new owners Canal+ that sports lures more traffic than anything else on cable. Although, M-Net remains the only TV channel for the latest international content this has been under siege due to increased competition from Netflix and Disney+.

Another instance is that M-Net receives a similar structuring to its movie offering with the premium lineup was further reduced to match that of other TV channels. Perhaps in place of this would be some content Canal+ had produced in France and parts of Europe. 

Point is on top of a fallen consumer base, Canal+ is basically a competitor to M-Net's linear offering. Similar to how M-Net has co-produced shows with Fremantle, Acorn TV and the BBC even Canal+'s StudioCanal had been involved in similar excursions with MGM Studios and Lionsgate. 

Canal+ wants to turn MultiChoice into an entertainment leader in Africa by producing content to appease the masses and to also distribute in France and Europe. StudioCanal was filming Glen Powell's Huntington film in Cape Town with plans to do more productions in South Africa.

Vivendi Posts First-Half Revenues Of $9.8 Billion, Bolstered By Canal+, Lagardere

Vivendi, the parent company of French pay TV banner Canal+ Group, saw its 2024 first-half revenues reach $98 billion, a 5.8% year-on growth. The media conglomerate also posted a 98.4% spike in second-quarter revenues.

Lagardère, the media, publishing and travel retail conglomerate which was acquired last year, as well as Canal+ Group, bolstered revenues. Vivendi also boasted an EBITA of $671 million — 39.3% up compared with the first half of 2023, driven by the consolidation of Lagardère and the growth of Havas. At constant currency and perimeter, EBITA increased by 13.5%, while adjusted net income reached $357 million.

Canal+ Group’s revenues went up by 4.6% to $3.2 billion, helped by TV operations in mainland France and overseas. Revenues from Canal+’s film and TV group Studiocanal also increased by 8.6%, thanks in part to the performance of Amy Winehouse biopic “Back to Black” which was released on April 24 and has sold around the world.

Under the leadership of CEO and chairman Maxime Saada, Canal+ has also increased its interest in Scandinavian pay TV banner Viaplay to 29.33%, becoming its largest shareholder; and recently took a stake in leading Senegalese production company Marodi TV. Canal+ has also made a tender offer to buy the African service MultiChoice Groups.

Asia is also part of Canal+’s international expansion plans. The company has increased in the leading Asian OTT service Viu to 36.8% and is now looking to have it go up to 51%.

Back in France, Canal+ Group has bought OCS, pay-TV package and Orange Studio, the film and series co-production subsidiary. Some of the new editorial developments include the creation of Studiocanal Stories, a new label dedicated adapting literary works into films and TV series in France and several European countries. Canal+ Group is also continuing to strike deals and partnerships with big U.S. players, including Warner Bros. Discovery which signed a distribution agreement with the French banner for its standalone streaming service Max.

Vivendi’s management board gave an update on the group’s plan to split into three separate entities and list assets. Under current plans, Canal+ will be listed at the London Stock Exchange, Havas at the Euronext Amsterdam, and an entity which will bring together publishing and distribution, including Louis Hachette Group, at the Euronext Growth Paris. Vivendi will remain listed on Euronext Paris.

Vivendi said Canal+ and Havas will maintain their leadership and operational teams at the Paris headquarters, and they will also remain French tax residents for French corporate income tax purposes.

Yannick Bolloré, chairman of Vivendi’s Supervisory Board, said the group’s half-year results were “driven by our three main businesses, which contributed to organic revenue growth of nearly 6% and organic EBITA growth of 13.5%.”

Arnaud de Puyfontaine, Vivendi CEO, meanwhile, said its “various businesses have demonstrated their dynamism, both in terms of organic growth and acquisitions, the strength of their respective business models and their ability to transform and adapt to their environment and the expectations of their customers.” The executive said the group is currently “strengthening its international positions.”

eMedia Investments Outlines Plans For eVOD, Unveils Viewing Figures For The Platform

eMedia outlines plans for streamer eVODeMedia Holdings, the parent of e.tv and Openview, has disclosed viewer adoption figures for its eVOD streaming service, which it launched three years ago.

In eMedia’s annual report for the 2024 financial year, published on Monday, the group said some 1.13 million users have registered to watch the service since its introduction in August 2021.

Although the group hasn’t disclosed how many active users eVOD has, it claimed a 19% increase in watch time over the 2023 financial year, reaching 1.3 billion minutes.

Plans for the current financial year include expanding the available applications for smart TVs

The service, which has both free and subscription components, was launched in response to other streaming services available in South Africa, including Showmax and Netflix. It includes a range of local programming, including original eMedia series and movies.

eMedia disclosed the most popular content available on eVOD. These programmes are:

• Local series: House of Z Wide; Smoke & Mirrors; and Isitha: The Enemy – Blood and Betrayal

• International series: Elif, Annekan die Swa Kry and Doodsondes

• eVOD originals: The Umbrella Men: Escape from Robben Island; Yolanda is Swanger and Piet’s Sake

Growth plans

The broadcasting group said its plans for the current financial year – to March 2025 – include expanding the available eVOD applications for smart TVs, offering new content via Openview’s new set-top box (which can connect to the internet), and offering new advertising “innovations” that include the introduction of live-stream advertising and display banner ads in programming.

In the annual report, eMedia described eVOD as the “Netflix of South Africa” – MultiChoice-owned Showmax and Netflix itself might beg to differ – and offers a platform “primarily filled with e.tv’s local content in a video-on-demand format”.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles And Naruto Collaborating In New Comic Book Line

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic book line is having a banner year in 2024. Not only is IDW kicking off a star-studded relaunch of the monthly TMNT series and continuing the Last Ronin saga, now they're gearing up for a crossover with one of the biggest anime and manga properties on the planet. That's right, the heroes of TMNT and Naruto are joining forces.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto is a joint effort between IDW Publishing and Viz Media. This four-issue series is written by Caleb Goellner (Sonic the Hedgehog) and illustrated by Hendry Prasetya (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), with colors by Raúl Angulo (NYX) and letters by Ed Dukeshire (The Woods). Jorge Jiménez (Batman) and Prasetya provided cover art for issue #1.

Here's IDW's official description for issue #1:

It’s the coolest ninja matchup you could have ever dreamed of, had you dared! The Heroes in a Half-Shell meet the host of the Nine-Tailed Fox in the crossover everyone will be talking about.

When teenage reporter April O’Neil has a clandestine meeting with Tsunade, the leader of the Hidden Leaf Village, it garners the attention of Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi. They aren’t the only ones who are wondering what the two women were discussing, though. The sinister Foot Clan have their own interest in April’s visit, as they think she might hold the valuable information on mutation research being conducted by the scientist Baxter Stockman. With April caught between the forces of the Hidden Leaf Village and the Foot Clan, it can’t be long before the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles show up to lend her a hand!

Working with acclaimed manga publisher Viz Entertainment, IDW is pulling together two of the most popular comics in the world to bring you the four-issue comic book event of 2024!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto #1 will be released on November 13, 2024.

Canal+'s Direct One Pay-TV Platform To Be Sold In Hungary To 4iG Group's DIGI, French Broadcaster Debuts Streaming Service In The Market

The Canal+ Group is handing over the Direct One (formerly known as UPC Direct) satellite service and its customers to the government-affiliated 4iG Group. In connection with this, it was also announced that the Canal+ streaming service will also be available in Hungary after successful introductions in various European countries – Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and recently in the Netherlands. 

The Canal+ Group reminds us in a statement: it is present in more than 50 countries and has more than 25 million subscribers in Europe, Africa and Asia. In Hungary, Direct One distributes its products through a satellite television and broadcasting service provider.

According to the company's statement, from 2025, Canal+ will offer its Hungarian customers a Canal+ branded application for the Hungarian market, which combines live TV and streaming within a single platform, aggregating local and international TV channels, as well as European a wide selection of spiritual films and series. 

The interface of Canal+ 

The interface of Canal+ In addition to the direct sale of its platform, Canal+ cooperates with one of the leading Hungarian telecommunications providers, 4iG, to support the product launch and to distribute its own linear channel and SVOD solution, which will also be available to 4iG customers from 2025.

Canal+ will also transfer its satellite TV and B2B activities to 4iG, which will continue to serve the affected customers via its satellite service. (In other words, Direct One customers will be transferred to the government-affiliated 4iG Group.) In serving the content needs of subscribers, Canal+ can rely mainly on the Group's two subsidiaries, Studiocanal and SPI International, in addition to other collaborations. 

Direct One currently has a consumer base of 155,000 subscribers which will be integrated to 4iG’s existing satellite TV service, solidifying its position as the market leader. 

The former, leading content provider, offers more than 8,000 international content. The latter, a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide, has been present on the Hungarian market for years with its FilmBox channels, and has a catalog of more than 10,000 international films and series. 

In addition, starting in 2025, the content provider's offer will include high-quality, self-produced Canal+ content, including Fraud of the Century, The Brigade or Django, which have already become available to Direct One subscribers in recent months.

Jacques du Puy, CEO of Canal+ International, said: 

"I am very happy about the launch of our services in Hungary, which clearly illustrates our strategy to digitize our offer, thereby further strengthening our position in Europe. The market for SVOD services in Hungary is developing dynamically and CANAL+ aims to occupy a significant place in this market. 4iG is the right partner to support the introduction. We are confident that CANAL+ will fill a gap in the Hungarian market, combining linear channels, sports programs, and the best of films and series."

August 2024 On Food Network Across Africa | Channel Premieres Including The Next Baking Master: Paris | Returning Shows Including Spring Baking Championships | More

The Next Baking Master: Paris S1

BRAND NEW

Ten American bakers travel to Paris, where they'll use their pastry skills, artistry and innovation to become a great baking master.

First TX: 23 August

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 27 September

Spring Baking Championship S9

NEW SEASON

Love is in the air as 12 talented bakers create desserts that highlight all the ways we love spring for a chance to win $25,000.

First TX: 31 August

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 2 November

Symon's Dinners Cooking Out S4

NEW SEASON

Michael Symon fires up the grill with some of his

favorite foods from childhood, including his most

loved dishes and treasured desserts.

First TX: 11 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 15 September

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Triple D Nation S5

NEW SEASON

Guy Fieri returns to some of his favorite diners, drive-ins and dives to see how they continue pushing the boundaries of their culinary comfort zones.

First TX: 20 August

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 1 October

The Mountain Kitchen S1

BRAND NEW

For Annie Starke, it's all about great eats and good times as she prepares delicious meals indoors and over the fire at her family’s mountain ranch in Montana.

First TX: 17 August

TX Day: Weekends (Sat-Sun)

TX Time: 15:15

Last TX: 25 August

August 2024 On HGTV Across Africa | Channel Premieres Including Makeover By Monday | Returning Shows Including Home Town | More

Backed by the Bros S1

August Premieres

BRAND NEW

Jonathan and Drew Scott, businessmen and real estate moguls, help struggling investors succeed in an unforgiving housing market. They’re risking time and money to help these property investments go the distance. Will their new partners heed their advice?

First TX: 21 August

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 16 October

House Hunters - All Stars S1

BRAND NEW

House Hunters is getting the star treatment! For the first time ever, the stars of HGTV's biggest shows are getting in on the hunt as they take buyers to tour properties in the towns they know best, offering expert advice to find their new homes.

First TX: 18 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 22 September

Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse

BRAND NEW

Chip and Joanna celebrate ten years of Fixer Upper with a brand-new challenge: the overhaul of a severely outdated 1960s lakehouse. Surprising interior design choices and unique outdoor features highlight the property's dramatic cliffside views.

First TX: 30 August

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 13 September

Home Town S8A

NEW SEASON

Husband-and-wife team Erin and Ben Napier bring their small Mississippi hometown back to life with modern and affordable updates to its historic homes.

First TX: 6 August

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 27 August

Happy to be Home S2

NEW SEASON

Designer Gray Benko brings color and happiness to historic homes in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Her whimsical vision is brought to life with the help of artisan Mike Benko and her contractor dad Joe, aka "Grumpy."

First TX: 4 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 12:15

Last TX: 25 August

Makeover by Monday S1 & S2

BRAND NEW

Expert DIYer Jenni Yolo refreshes a space over the course of a weekend. Learn how she finds solutions for difficult spaces, works through the creative process, and brings the final product to life with a little help from her husband.

First TX: 4 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 13:55

Last TX: 25 August

Tiny Luxury S3

NEW SEASON

Husband-and-wife team Tyson and Michelle Spiess build portable high-end tiny homes. From start to finish, their team works to create luxurious spaces suited for traveling anywhere.

First TX: 18 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 1 September

Maxwell Atoms On When Cartoon Network Originally Died: "We Also Had To Cut Ourselves...Which Is When CN Died"

Cartoon Network is an international children's channel operated by Warner Bros. Discovery alongside TNT and Cartoonito. It is home to shows like Adventure Time, Tiny Toons Looniversity, Craig Of The Creek and Dexter's Laboratory.

As some readers know, one of the channel's remaining primetime shows Jellystone will be having a crossover special. Similar to Teen Titans GO! WB100 special, it would feature a variety of animated characters that had already been viewed on Cartoon Network. 

A fan had asked Maxwell Atoms (creator of The Grim Adventures Of Billy And Mandy) if all animated characters would appear on the show and his response was mentioned below in bold:

We put as much as we could. More than a recommended doctor. But we only used shows made at CN Studios (not Teen Titans GO!). I believe Mixels was an acquisition. We also had to cut ourselves around 2008, which is when CN originally died.

Taking to account that shows like Steven Universe, Adventure Time and Chowder were all conceived after that timeline of Cartoon Network. Atoms views on the network had somewhat got a lot of mixed reactions from former and current viewers.

Even after 2008, Cartoon Network continued having a lot of great shows from what we can gather with Atoms views. That timeline coincides with when he and Genndy Tartakovsky had exited the network as there was a lot of corporate changes behind the scenes.

But even then like I said Cartoon Network was still a go to channel for children and animation lovers alike. If we had to guess when Atoms views materialized on the network it was no less than the 2010s era with the latest residing by 2015/6.

At this time, Cartoon Network was building a wall between shows like Ben 10: Omniverse and Steven Universe as these were their more action-ie shows. With the current slate being dominant around comedic styles with Teen Titans GO! and Uncle Grandpa. 

Following the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, Cartoon Network has never recovered from the after effects. At the moment, there's only 4 originals with 1 imported from Europe, 2 produced by Warner Bros. Animation and the last being an actual original.

It is believed that this merger had since scared potential animators from associating themselves with the network as they try to navigate the current landscape. 

Additional Afrikaans Voice Actors For Annekan Die Swa Kry, Doodsondes, Chrysalis, Die Put And Elif

Ayden Cory as Tolga

Pierre Nelson as Ahmet

Amalia Uys as Sevval

Jacques Theron as Burak

Nell Van Der Merwe as Suzan

Wanda Banda as Yasmin

Joce Engelbrecht as Gönül

Marina Botha as Ayla

Tanja Franzsen as Nebahat

Kira Joy Huizies as Layla

Meggan Lee Johnstone as Afra Yildiz

Caleb Felix as Omer

Susanne Beyers as Handan

Hendri Mouton as Sedai

Richard Van Der Westhuizen as Çetin

Juandre Kim Anderson as Kumru Yildirim

Morne Esben as Çağatay

Willie Fritz as Docan

Electra Hartman as Feyza Üstündag

Conradie Van Heerden as Omer

Meggan-Johnston as Canan

Cedwyn Joel as Cavt

Pierre Nelson as Alp

Joce Engelbrecht as Seren

Mario Haupt as Arik

Margo Kotze as Layla

Miche Van Wyk as Burcu

Clarissa Saaiman as Asli

Marunzo Thomas as Mahir

Marissa Claasen as Rana

Margo Kotze as Filiz

Susanne Beyers as Kiymet

This was originally published on Die Afrikaans Voice Actors.Pagie

Muvhango Is Back With A Season 26 This August With Leleti Khumalo Added To The Lineup And New Afrikaans Soap Reportedly In Development By The SABC

After the public broadcaster announced that the Venda soap had been axed earlier in the month. It is now reported that Muvhango will return for a 26th season from August 5th with Leleti Khumalo joining the cast alongside a younger cast, logo and storyline. 

The decision to continue on with Muvhango had to do with viewer's reaction over the sudden cancellation with the ratings to the rebroadcast reaching an all time low. The financially challenged broadcaster low on funds had no choice but to revive it.

Reruns are being scrapped ahead of its conclusion as those who were probably giving in to their democracy story and some who are actually watching it for the first time will be rather confused on why a different season has come on out of the blue.

With the SABC that had this to say in an enquiry:

"We had challenges. But we are here now and we are unveiling a new season," says Lala Tuku, acting group executive of SABC video entertainment, speaking at a hastily arranged media event in Fourways on Thursday night.

"We have no doubt that Muvhango will reach its targets for the slot, wink, wink. We've worked intensely with the team to bring you invigorated stories," she said.

She alluded that financial issues - the SABC is technically insolvent - and ratings - Muvhango has lost millions of viewers over the past decade - are the crux that caused "a tussle" in negotiations around signing Word of Mouth Pictures to bring Muvhango back for another season.

"The reality is that the SABC derives its revenue from advertising. We require audiences to choose to watch our content. The reality is we have brilliant content on our platform and we need our audiences to select it and come in."

New Afrikaans soap in development 

When 7de Laan ended its run on 26 December 2023, the public broadcaster failed to replace the soap on time due to finance constraints. This led to reruns of the sitcom Vetkoekpaleis before most of the Afrikaans offering was redirected to SABC 3.

Word going around is that a new Afrikaans soap is in development for SABC 2 in 7de Laan's former timeslot. With most details still underwraps, this soap would therefore take on Kelders Van Geheime on e.tv and likely end up on a losing battle. 

7de Laan was only able to pull almost half of Annekan Die Swa Kry's viewership. Die Sentrum which served as a companion to 7de Laan pulled much less than 7de Laan and with some already reliant on rival platforms this soap might fail to capture audiences.

Maybe moving it to SABC 3 will do less damage as Afrikaans news has more viewers on the channel than it did with SABC 2. Another being that SABC 3 was being positioned as a rival to KykNET and eExtra so it would make sense allocating it there.

More New Coming To Zee One This August With The Punjabi Series, The Pain Of Loving You

The Pain Of Loving You (Khasma Nu Khani) centers around Deshpreet (Desho), a dedicated and loving wife whose life is upended when she discovers that her husband, Armaan, is having an affair with a woman named Simple. 

This revelation comes as a shock to Desho, who has always believed in the sanctity of marriage and has devoted herself to supporting her husband and family. The betrayal deeply wounds Desho, setting the stage for a series of emotional and dramatic events as she struggles to cope with her new reality.

The show delves into the complexities of marital relationships, the challenges faced by women in patriarchal societies, and the strength it takes to overcome personal and societal obstacles. Desho’s character evolves from a submissive wife to a strong, independent woman who refuses to be defined by her husband’s infidelity.

Based on the Marathi drama series Majhya Navaryachi Bayko, The Pain Of Loving You aired from 13 January 2020 and concluded on 3 June 2022. It starred Harsimran Oberoi as Deshpreet Arora (Desho), Sukhpreet as Simple Sharma and Navdeesh Arora as Armaan Arora.

The Pain Of Loving You airs daily on Zee One from 31 August 2024 replacing A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee. Prior to this, Zee One will debut another TV series Broken Bloodline replacing Every Girl's Dream in August. 

Betrayal: The Bengali Series Is Coming To Zee World

Betrayal (Icche Putul) revolves around sisters, Megh and Mayuri Roy, and how their destiny leads them to fall for the same man, Souroneel Ganguly.

Megh is a university student, pursuing masters. Mayuri, Megh’s elder sister is chronically ill since childhood, which requires her to frequently get blood transfusion, the blood for which can only be donated by Megh. In her family no one cares about her except her father Anindya. Mayuri was matchmade with Souryaneel, Megh’s professor. But, Megh and Souryaneel were already in love with each other.

Produced by Arka Ganguly under the banner Organic Studios, Betrayal aired from 30 January 2023 and concluded on 9 March 2024 through Zee Bangla. It starred Titiksha Das as Megh Roy, Mainak Banerjee as Souroneel Ganguly and Shweta Mishra as Moyuri Roy.

Betrayal will air daily on Zee World in the 19:00 timeslot from 14 August 2024. Prior to this, the channel will also be airing a rebroadcast of I Do for the rest of Africa (excluding Southern Africa) with My Heart Knows for consumers in Southern Africa. 

Other series also slated for the month of August include Net 20 Minute and Pad Na Die Hart on eExtra and,  The Pain Of Loving You and Broken Bloodline On Zee One.

August 2024 On Discovery Channel Across Africa | Channel Premieres Including Sin City Tow | Returning Shows Including Hoffman Family Gold | More

Sin City Tow S1

BRAND NEW

When people gamble and park their cars illegally, Vegas' tow truck drivers step in. It leads to brawls, wild propositions and crazy characters doing all they can to get their rides back. Two rival tow companies compete to keep the Vegas Strip moving.

First TX: 13 August

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 15 October

Hoffman Family Gold S2

NEW SEASON

As three generations of Todd Hoffman's family arrive in Alaska to mine the most promising claim they've ever held, tensions rise when Todd's father, Jack, announces his final season. With winter fast approaching, the Hoffman crew must devise a plan to triple their output and mine 3000 ounces before the ground freezes over, putting their legacy and livelihood on the line.

First TX: 19 August

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 4 November

Naked and Afraid Brazil S1

BRAND NEW

For the first time, ten Brazilians face the most extreme challenge in the world. In pairs of one woman and one man, they have to survive 21 days in a bleak and hot Colombian savanna, inhabited by cougars, jaguars, alligators and anacondas. Will they be able to face the dangers of nature without food, water or clothes?

First TX: 28 August

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 9 October

Salvage Hunters: Classic Cars S4

NEW SEASON

Antiques dealer Drew Pritchard and automotive expert Paul Cowland scour the UK for classic cars to buy, restore and sell off.

First TX: 9 August

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:00

TX Time (from 16 August): 21:00

Last TX: 6 September

Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings: The Great Eight S3

NEW SEASON

Street racers battle at rough, untested tracks across the country and earn points depending on how they perform. Whoever has the most points at the end is crowned the true No Prep King!

First TX: 18 August

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:55 & 22:45

Last TX: 6 October (TBC)

Treehouse Masters S7

NEW SEASON

Pete and his crew head to Lampe, Missouri to visit Dogwood Canyon, a 10,000-acre nature preserve established by Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris. Once on location, Pete is tasked to build a nature center 14 feet off the ground.

First TX: 29 August

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: TBC

Traditions Are Meant To Be In Broken In Zee One's Newest Addition Broken Bloodline This August

Broken Bloodline (Kyunki Saas Maa Hu Beti Hoti Hai) is a 2023 Bollywood series that centers around the Rajgaur family, focusing particularly on the dynamics between Ambika Rajgaur, her adoptive daughter Kesar Rajgaur, and Kesar’s husband, Suraj Rajgaur.

Kesar, who is adopted by Ambika, finds herself in a tumultuous relationship with her husband Suraj, especially when Suraj accuses her of having an affair with her friend Kabir.

Tensions escalate when Suraj tragically falls off a cliff during an argument with Kesar, leading to his death. The series explores the emotional and dramatic fallout from this incident, including Ambika’s grief and the family’s struggle to cope with Suraj’s death.

It starred Manasi Joshi Roy as Ambika Rajgaur and Navika Kotia as Kesar Rajgaur alongside additional cast members including Vibhuti Thakur,  Himanshu Soni, Dolphin Dubey, Vishal C. Bhardwaj, Ashutosh Singh, Lakshya Khurana and Gopi Desai.

The series premiered September 12, 2023 on Zee TV with 201 half hour episodes having being filmed. Now Broken Bloodline will air daily from August 12 replacing Every Girl's Dream in the 19:00 timeslot. 

Showmax And South African Manufacturer QVWi Partner To Transform TVs Into Smart TVs

Leading African streaming service Showmax has partnered with KwaZulu-Natal’s largest local manufacturer of electronic products, QVWi, a Skyworth Digital Company, to bridge the technology and accessibility gap with a range of affordably priced streaming devices.  

From 1 August 2024, select devices will come preloaded with Showmax as a pre-installed app and a complimentary two-month subscription to Showmax Entertainment.   

One of the most pocket-friendly and easy-to-use devices is the QVWi Leap TV S2 streaming stick with built-in Google Chromecast technology. The Google-based streaming device transforms almost any TV into a smart TV capable of running the latest app technology. Simply plug the device into the TV’s HDMI port and start streaming shows directly from the Showmax app to the TV. Also available is the Leap S3 streaming TV box and range of smart TVs, which provide easy access to Showmax’s extensive library of movies, TV shows, documentaries, and more, at an affordable price point.  Showmax Entertainment offers an unbeatable selection of everything from the latest of HBO to The Real Housewives of Durban, Lagos, and Nairobi.   

A key differentiator for Showmax is being a leading investor in local original content, such as drama series Adulting; iconic documentaries like Tracking Thabo Bester; and trending reality shows like The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa. Since its relaunch in February, a record 40 Showmax Originals have been added to the platform, from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.     

Showmax Originals continue to generate widespread acclaim. Spinners became the first African series ever to screen at CanneSeries, before going on to beat the Emmy-winning final season of Succession to win Best Foreign TV Series at the 29th Shanghai TV Festival’s Magnolia Awards, one of the biggest accolades in Asia. Similarly, Catch Me A Killer was the first South African series ever to screen at Series Mania. At Kenya’s Kalasha Awards this year, The Real Housewives of Nairobi was named Best TV Show, while Pepeta took home Best TV Drama and the Viewer’s Choice Award. And at the upcoming kykNET Silwerskerm Awards for Film and TV, Koek is the most-nominated drama series overall.   

Showmax also focuses on delivering top international content, including the three biggest films of last year – Barbie, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and 2024 Best Picture Oscar winner Oppenheimer – as well as hit series like HBO’s House of the Dragon. July highlights include two of the biggest hits of 2024 so far: The Beekeeper, with Jason Statham, and the musical remake of Mean Girls, not to mention Anyone But You, the biggest romcom at the global box office since 2016.  

The QVWi Leap TV streaming stick is priced competitively with a recommended retail price of R999, ensuring affordability and access to streaming while removing the expense, waste and inconvenience of upgrading older model TVs to support the latest streaming technology.   

“We are thrilled to partner with QVWi to bring these innovative, affordable streaming devices to the market,” says Showmax CEO Marc Jury. “Our goal has always been to make entertainment accessible to everyone. This partnership helps us achieve our mission to be the home of streaming for Africa by providing our customers with more affordable options to enjoy our fantastic content.”  

QVWi Retail CEO Nazim Cassim adds, “Collaborating with Showmax allows us to leverage our technological expertise to create products that enhance the user experience. These devices provide a smooth and lag-free viewing experience that will immerse you in the action, whether you’re binge-watching a show or enjoying a blockbuster movie. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible sights and sounds that await you.”  

Coming up in July and August viewers can look forward to a wealth of Original and international content including the ongoing House of the Dragon Season 2, satirical political drama The Regime Season 1 with Kate Winslet, all of Africa’s Housewives in action including The Real Housewives Girls Trip: South Africa Season 1, new Showmax Original family sitcom One Weeks, and the upcoming The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice Season 1, arriving 8 August.  

The new QVWi devices will be available from 1 August 2024 in all leading retailers and include a range of streaming devices as well as smart TVs.  

NBA Signs New 11-Year Media Agreements With The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal And Amazon Prime Video

The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced the renewal of its partnership with The Walt Disney Company and new agreements with NBCUniversal (NBCU) and Amazon under which ABC/ESPN, NBC/Peacock and Prime Video will telecast NBA games beginning with the 2025-26 season and running through the 2035-36 season.

The NBA App will be a universal access point – seamlessly directing fans to every national game on Disney, NBCU and Amazon platforms.

The new media deals will expand the reach of NBA telecasts, with all national games available on broadly distributed streaming services – Prime Video, Peacock and ESPN’s forthcoming direct-to-consumer service – and with dramatically increased exposure on broadcast television.  Approximately 75 regular-season games will be on broadcast TV each season, up from the minimum of 15 games under the current agreement.

“Our new global media agreements with Disney, NBCUniversal and Amazon will maximize the reach and accessibility of NBA games for fans in the United States and around the world,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.  “These partners will distribute our content across a wide range of platforms and help transform the fan experience over the next decade.”

“We look forward to building upon our incredible legacy of innovation and growth with our longstanding partners at the NBA,” said ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro.  “The NBA is a vibrant, ascendant league and through this premium collection of rights, including every NBA Finals on our platforms, we will continue to evolve together while successfully navigating the global digital transition and delivering the highest quality coverage for fans.”

“We are proud to once again partner with the NBA and WNBA, two iconic brands and the home of the best basketball in the world,” said Mike Cavanagh, President of Comcast Corporation.  “We look forward to presenting our best-in-class coverage of both leagues with our innovative programming and distribution plan across NBC and Peacock to entertain fans and help grow the game.”

“We are honored that the NBA has entrusted Prime Video to deliver its one-of-a-kind action and excitement to viewers around the world,” said Mike Hopkins, Head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios.  “We look forward to continuing to innovate and evolve live sports coverage for our customers, and are fully committed to building an incredible video experience for millions of NBA fans starting in 2025.”

Disney, NBCU and Amazon also secured the right to distribute an unprecedented number of WNBA live game telecasts, with a significant increase in the reach of WNBA games across broadcast, cable and streaming.  Full details regarding the WNBA’s media agreements will be issued in a separate press release.

The Walt Disney Company

Disney (ABC/ESPN) will distribute a total of 80 NBA regular-season games per season, including more than 20 games on ABC (generally on Saturday nights with NBA Saturday Primetime and on Sunday afternoons with NBA Sunday Showcase) and up to 60 games on ESPN (generally on Wednesday nights and, on occasion, Friday nights).  ABC/ESPN will continue to telecast all five NBA games on Christmas Day and provide exclusive national coverage of the final day of the regular season.

During the playoffs, ABC/ESPN will telecast approximately 18 games in the first two rounds each year and one of the two Conference Finals series in 10 of the 11 years of the agreement.  ABC will remain the exclusive home of the NBA Finals, which it has broadcast since 2003.

All NBA games and events on ABC/ESPN will be available on ESPN’s forthcoming direct-to-consumer service.  ABC/ESPN will continue to telecast the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, NBA Draft, NBA Draft Lottery and half of all NBA Summer League games.  ABC/ESPN platforms will also continue to distribute a package of WNBA and NBA G League regular-season and postseason games.

Disney will distribute NBA games on ESPN-branded assets in several international markets, including Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania and the Netherlands, and via Disney+ in select markets in Asia and Europe.

By the end of this renewal, the NBA’s partnership with ABC/ESPN will reach 34 years.

NBCUniversal

NBCU (NBC/Peacock) will distribute up to 100 NBA regular-season games per season – with more than half of the games airing on NBC (on Sunday and Tuesday nights).  NBCU will telecast the league’s opening night doubleheader on NBC each year and at least two games on MLK Day on NBC and/or Peacock each season.

Peacock will stream a doubleheader each Monday night of the season.  Every Tuesday night, NBC will telecast two games across certain NBC affiliate broadcast stations in different regions of the country.  The first game will start at 8 p.m. ET and be available on NBC across affiliate stations in the Eastern and Central time zones.  The second game will start at 8 p.m. PT and be available on NBC affiliate stations across the Pacific and Mountain time zones.  All Tuesday games will be available on Peacock nationally and certain stations may choose to televise both games.

NBC will become the home of NBA All-Star, including Rising Stars, State Farm All-Star Saturday Night, featuring AT&T Slam Dunk, Starry 3-Point Contest and Kia Skills Challenge, and the All-Star Game.  In the playoffs, NBC and/or Peacock will telecast approximately 28 games in the first two rounds of the playoffs, with at least half of those games airing on NBC.  NBC will also telecast one of the two Conference Finals series in six of the 11 years on a rotating basis with Amazon, beginning with the 2025-26 season.

As part of the partnership, NBCU will distribute NBA games in several European markets through Sky Sports as well as in the Caribbean and Sub-Saharan Africa.  Additionally, NBCU will distribute WNBA games and be the home of all USA Basketball Senior Men’s and Women’s National Team games.

Xfinity will become the Official TV Service of the NBA, WNBA and USA Basketball.  The partnership includes collaboration on marketing and storytelling opportunities, virtual signage during game telecasts and activations at marquee NBA, WNBA and USA Basketball events.

Amazon

Amazon will distribute 66 NBA regular-season games on Prime Video each season, including Thursday night doubleheaders beginning in January, Friday evening doubleheaders, select Saturday afternoon games, at least one game on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving), and the Quarterfinals and Semifinals in the Knockout Round of the Emirates NBA Cup.  In addition, Prime Video will stream the Championship Game of the Emirates NBA Cup.

Prime Video will also distribute all six SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament games.  In the playoffs, Prime Video will stream approximately one-third of the first and second rounds each year.  Additionally, Prime Video will stream one of the two Conference Finals series in six of the 11 years on a rotating basis with NBCU, beginning with the 2026-27 NBA season.

Amazon will distribute NBA games globally as part of Prime Video, with an expanded package of games in select territories, including Mexico, Brazil, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, the United Kingdom and Ireland.  This expanded package includes a minimum of 20 additional primetime regular season games each year, a Conference Finals series each year, and the NBA Finals in six of the 11 years.  Prime Video will also become the NBA’s strategic partner and third-party global destination of NBA League Pass – the league’s live NBA game subscription service, with expanded distribution rights for NBA League Pass in the U.S. and internationally.   Additionally, as part of the agreement, Prime Video will stream half of all NBA Summer League games as well as a package of WNBA and NBA G League regular-season and postseason games.

August 2024 On TNT Africa | The Ultimate Action Experience With Channel Premiere Top Gun | Leading Ladies With Ocean's 8 | More

Channel premieres are in bold

The Ultimate Action Experience

Stunt

Brace yourself for the Ultimate Action Experience on TNT this August! Every Saturday, dive into double features bursting with pulse-pounding premieres and legendary classics. From edge-of-your-seat chases to explosive showdowns, this high-octane lineup is tailor-made for TNT movie enthusiasts.

Saturday, 3 August

18:10 Top Gun (1986)

20:00 Déjà Vu (2006)

Saturday, 10 August

18:10 The Italian Job (2003)

20:00 Gone in 60 Seconds (2000)

Saturday, 17 August

17:45 The Rock (1996)

20:00 Speed (1994)

Saturday, 24 August

18:25 The Transporter (2002)

20:00 Predator (1987)

Saturday, 31 August

18:05 Con Air (1997)

20:00 Die Hard (1988)

Cinemapocalypse

Stunt

Get ready for a pulse-pounding journey with CINEMAPOCALYPSE on TNT this August! Every Sunday, immerse yourself in epic, end-of-the-world sagas and dystopian thrillers with back-to-back blockbusters. Experience exciting premieres and revisit iconic films that will captivate you as humanity grapples with dark futures.

Sunday, 4 August

17:50 Pacific Rim (2013)

20:00 World War Z (2013)

Sunday, 11 August

17:50 The Day After Tomorrow (2004)

20:00 A Quiet Place (2018)

Sunday, 18 August

18:05 I, Robot (2004)

20:00 War of the Worlds (2005)

Sunday, 25 August

17:40 Independence Day (1996)

20:00 Hidden (2015)

Leading Ladies

Stunt

Celebrate Women's Day in South Africa with our Leading Ladies marathon, featuring empowering films that highlight the strength, resilience, and wit of female characters. Enjoy an unforgettable lineup, from gripping dramas to thrilling action and daring heists, showcasing the diverse talents and narratives of women. Don't miss the premiere of a spy thriller with a formidable female lead, adding espionage intrigue and humor to this cinematic journey. Join us for a celebration of powerful stories led by women!

Friday, 9 August

12:35 Paper Spiders (2020)

14:25 Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (2016)

16:20 True Lies (1994)

18:40 Ocean’s 8 (2018)

20:30 Spy (2015)

22:35 Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)

A Singular Crime

TNT Original Movie

Dive into the heart of suspense with A Singular Crime, exclusively on TNT! Premiering Thursday, 22 August, this TNT Original takes you on a thrilling journey through Argentina. Experience a gripping tale filled with intrigue, mystery, and stellar performances. Synopsis: Rosario in the 80s. The disappearance of a man during the military dictatorship. Two young people from the court must do everything possible to solve the case while facing police corruption and various dangers that put their lives at risk.

Thursday, 22 August

20:30 A Singular Crime (2022)

AEW

#WrestlingWeekendsonTNT

In August, TNT debuts fresh episodes every Saturday and Sunday morning at around 10 am, complemented by weekly reruns on Wednesday afternoons and Friday late nights.

Special Event

AEW BATTLE OF THE BELTS XI

Saturday 3rd at 12:25

AEW RAMPAGE

S4. Ep. 30 - Saturday 3rd at 10:00

S4. Ep. 31 - Saturday 10th at 10:00

S4. Ep. 32 - Saturday 17th at 10:00

S4. Ep. 33 - Saturday 24th at 10:00

S4. Ep. 34 - Saturday 31st at 10:00

AEW COLLISION

S2. Ep. 27 - Saturday 3rd at 10:50

S2. Ep. 28 – Saturday 10th at 10:50

S2. Ep. 29 – Saturday 17th at 10:50

S2. Ep. 30 - Saturday 24th at 10:50

S2. Ep. 31 - Saturday 31st at 10:50

AEW DYNAMITE

S6. Ep. 31 - Sunday 4th at 10:00

S6. Ep. 32 - Sunday 11th at 10:00

S6. Ep. 33 - Sunday 18th at 10:00

S6. Ep. 34 - Sunday 25th at 10:00

PSL Partners With Betway To Launch The Betway Premiership

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) is proud to announce Betway, South Africa’s leading online sports and gaming brand, as the premier division’s new title sponsor.

The premier division of football will now be known as the Betway Premiership.

Chairman of the Premier Soccer League, Dr Irvin Khoza welcomed the new deal as a major boost to the sport: “This is a massive boost for every lover of football in this country. Our partnership with Betway confirms our league’s standing as one of the best in the world and heralds a wonderful future for our game. Betway’s energy and enthusiasm will have immediate impact across all facets of the game, and on behalf of the PSL, I am proud to welcome them on board as title sponsor and partner.”

Laurence Michel, Betway Africa, believes that the deal marks the beginning of a new era for the premier division, adding that Betway looks forward to help in writing a new chapter in the PSL’s rich soccer history.

“Football is a fundamental part of South African life. It really is in our blood and has been for generations. We are incredibly proud to be the title partner of the Betway Premiership. It further demonstrates not only our respect of the history of the league, but our vision for the development for its future. The PSL aligns with our values as a brand that commonly champions great South African success stories,” Michel said

Formally established in 1996, but with roots that go back nearly a century, the Premier Soccer League is indisputably the most popular sporting competition in South Africa, with legendary characters, dearly-loved clubs and rivalries that capture the essence of football and culture in this country.

Michel explained that the Betway Premiership will lean heavily on the legacy and rich history of a football league already entrenched as one of the top ten domestic league competitions in the world and is excited by what the future holds for football in South Africa.

“We appreciate how much football has done for people and for our country. As we begin this partnership, we want to acknowledge and celebrate what the game has accomplished in the past. We also want to enhance the game as it stands today and, most importantly, we want to help build an even better future for the next generation of footballing stars from this country,”

Michel added, “We are so excited by what this partnership will do for football fans in South Africa. As a brand, we are known globally for our sponsorships of the world’s biggest clubs and tournaments and that experience is going to play a huge part in driving the PSL forward.”

This partnership further reaffirms the brand’s commitment to the South African sporting industry. It is the latest addition to an enviable sporting partnership portfolio, which spans across a number of sports, which also includes the world champion Springboks, as well as the Betway SA20.

How Canal+ Might Look To Make MultiChoice An Entertainment Leader In Africa?

A few months ago, Canal+ was interviewed by several journalists over the impending disaster awaiting DStv and Showmax once it acquires the parent company. At the time, it was stated that they had no intention of rebranding IPs especially if they're in a competitive position. 

This means instead of doing away with Mzansi Magic for starters they'll most probably leverage from that to give themselves exposure to the market. For those who aren't aware, Canal+ resides within 28 million households of which 8 million reside in Africa.

Canal+ doesn't mention what could happen with their own platforms particularly ones residing in Ethiopia. But if we had to guess Canal+ could look to integrate these platforms with that of MultiChoice which could include cost cutting measures. 

MultiChoice has BBC Earth and Canal+ has Love Nature so the end result to the acquisition would see one of the two go. In this case, BBC Earth as the latter would integrate with existing entertainment viewed on either BBC Brit or BBC Lifestyle. 

During mergers and acquisitions, it usually common for companies to implement cost cutting measures and for them to put their other own agenda above everything else as seen with the switch from BBC Earth to Love Nature. 

With Canal+ owning MultiChoice they would want to align the entertainment and sports viewed from consumers in Francophone Africa to that of MultiChoice in Anglophone Africa. Doing so will help them cutback on expenses and leave the door open to more income.

That extra income could be used to finance their own endeavors in the African landscape as some may have heard they currently finance most French media. That's probably want they're seeking here in the pursuit of Africa's biggest broadcaster. 

MultiChoice and Canal+ are already entertainment leaders in their respective fields. From what we can assume with the endeavors of BBC Earth is that Canal+ will most probably look to minimize the amount of American and international content on DStv. 

Some of these companies like the BBC have already produced and filmed content in Africa like Listing Jozi and Come Dine With Me SA. Canal+ could look into reducing MultiChoice's dependency on these brands. 

StudioCanal, which is the production arm of Canal+ has been responsible for the development of series, films and doccies. It is basically a competitor to NBCUniversal, Disney and Paramount something Canal+ hopes to pivot with the acquisition of MultiChoice. 

August 2024 On History Channel Across Africa | New Series Alert: Cursed Histories | Returning Shows Including Great African Mysteries | More

MYSTERY SEASON DEADMAN’S CURSE S2

July and August 2024

‘Mystery Season’ continues this August and has a South African touch with brand new Great African Mysteries with John Robbie, a fascinating local documentary show. It returns, after a successful first season last year, to investigate three of the continent’s litt le-known intriguing mysteries. Other shows that will investigate some of history’s the most confounding mysteries include season two of Deadman’s Curse, a new season of one of our fan-favourites, Ancient Aliens and the all-new series Cursed Histories.

Brand New 

CURSED HISTORIES 

2 August

Weekdays 21h05

Cursed Histories unravels the histories and legends that unleashed a wave of misfortune into the world. These tales of intrigue, heartbreak, and deception are so tragic people still speak of the sinister forces surrounding them. From the tomb of Tutankhamen to the Hope Diamond, to the Lost City of Frenier, history is riddled with people, places, and objects that spread utterly wicked, unbridled chaos. Repeats: Next Day 10:15

GREAT AFRICAN MYSTERIES S2

3 August

Saturday 19h25

Great African Mysteries with John Robbie season 2 takes viewers on a thrilling journey through Africa’s most fascinating and unfamiliar mysteries. Host John Robbie uncovers how a  cataclysmic event 2 billion years ago, went on to shape South Africa’s economy. He also interrogates whether scientists are working to bring back the extinct quagga and delves into the secrets of Thulamela, a pre-colonial African Kingdom. Join us as we uncover the hidden treasures and ancient enigmas of this captivating continent. Repeats: Following Sunday 18:40

Brand New & Exclusive

HOW DISNEY BUILT AMERICA

5 August

Mondays 19h25

How Disney Built America explores the history of Walt Disney and how the iconic Disney brand, fueled by the creation of beloved characters, cherished family films, thrilling theme parks, technological innovati ons, and more, continues to shape generati ons as a worldwide phenomenon. The new non-fiction series is a nostalgia filled ride that paints a vivid picture of the world of Walt Disney and the history-making empire he built. Each hour-long episode focuses on a different example of game-changing brilliance in Disney’s history. It explores how Disney invented the world’s most recognisable characters, created the animated features industry, revoluti onised the concept of merchandising, and used groundbreaking engineering to construct Disneyland. Repeats: Next Day 11:45

ANCIENT ALIENS S16

10 August

Saturdays 19h25

The search for the truth continues. From recent breaking news on the U.S. government’s funding of UFO research, to recently discovered hidden facts behind chambers in Egypt’s Great Pyramid, each episode covers alien related topics with historic detail, first-hand accounts and interviews with top experts. Repeats: Sunday 18:35

Brand New & Exclusive

ALONE S11 

29 August

Thursdays 19h25

The HISTORY Channel’s hit survival series Alone is back for a new season in the Northernmost locati on in series history. Watch as ten skilled survivalists face bone-chilling cold, icy landscapes, and intimidating predators for a chance to win the coveted $500,000 cash prize. Equipped with only ten basic survival tools, each participant must forage for their own food, build shelter, and overcome both physical and mental obstacles while self-recording their journey for a chance to be the last person standing. With no teams, no camera crews, and no gimmicks, Alone is the ultimate test of human will. Repeats: Next Day 11:45