Reminder: Play Room To Debut Brand New Series "Rainbow Rangers" In November

Kartoon Studios, a leading media company that creates, produces and licenses children's multimedia entertainment content and products for global broadcast, digital and retail distribution, has licensed broadcast rights for season one of its new CGI-animated production, Rainbow Rangers, to Play Room. 

Rainbow Rangers, which is expected to air on Play Room in November, boasts a unique and highly-accomplished team of creators from the animated motion picture world, including Rob Minkoff (Disney's The Lion King director), Shane Morris (Disney's Frozen co-writer), Tim Mansfield and New York Times Bestselling author and Emmy-nominated writer Elise Allen (Dinosaur Train, Lion Guard, Barbie specials) who is serving as head writer and co-creator. Kartoon Studios' Chairman and CEO and multiple Emmy-winning producer of more than 5,000 episodes of children's programming, Andy Heyward, serves as executive producer, with legendary Disney alum Ruben Aquino creating key designs. Aquino is responsible for the design and animation of many of Disney's most iconic characters from award-winning films including "The Lion King," "Beauty and the Beast," "The Little Mermaid," "Mulan" and "Frozen."

"We've assembled an unprecedented team of creative talent to bring Rainbow Rangers to life and are committed to selecting partners of the same caliber that have a shared passion for the brand," said Heyward.

Rainbow Rangers is an empowering, exciting, behind-the-curtain peek at the real lives of superheroes -- Earth's First Responders. The series seamlessly blends fantasy and action-adventure with relatable, accessible stories about friendship and saving the environment. The Rainbow Rangers -- seven girls, each a different color of the rainbow, each with her own wildly unique personality and powers -- band together to save the day whenever there's trouble for the people, animals or natural wonders of the Earth. Every storyline is designed to show viewers the importance of working together and that actions both big and small can make the world a better place.

Aside from Rainbow Rangers, Play Room had obtained rights to Batwheels from Warner Bros. Animation Studios which following its rollout had been popular addition joining the likes of Teen Titans GO!.

How SABC's Proposal To Let MultiChoice Collect TV Licence Affects DStv?

For several years, SABC has been working on a turnaround plan as the company remains technically insolvent one of which the collection of TV licenses through a pay-tv company. MultiChoice remains firm in their decision to prevent such massacre from moving ahead as it would lead to dire consequences for the average DStv consumer.

What prompted SABC to rely on MultiChoice for disposable income is simple as they already make a half a billion in advertising revenue with 4 channels alone compared to eMedia's R140+ million figure. They also have the watched channels not only in South Africa but to DStv consumers.

Even though these channels do add some value to the average DStv consumer MultiChoice created the platform particularly for those hoping to view content from another perspective. Even though Mzansi Magic is lagging behind SABC 1 in numbers, they could as well be at an advantage point if you had to divide those numbers amongst packages.

On the basis of TV license, if the government were to approve plans of enforcing TV licenses to a platform like DStv as mentioned this will lead to dire consequences not only to the average DStv consumer but MultiChoice.

As we've seen in recent years, MultiChoice continues to bleed in DStv consumers as subscriber numbers had dropped to under 8 million subscribers and enforcing this would lead to additional fees. A lot of DStv consumers had been complaining about the rates and these fees will lead another drop and probably destroy the whole DStv structure.

MultiChoice trying to balance DStv and SABC paying consumers will likely have to cutback on content and lose out on potential revenue if it means retaining their consumers. The public broadcaster had stated that the current rates of TV licenses have yet to be adjusted so whose to say that this may not lead to the closure of certain DStv packages.

One of those reasons MultiChoice proposed a household levy in which SARS will take responsibility. But then again this wouldn't help DStv as the average taxpayer will most definitely want to wind down on expenses and who better than DStv as some have stated we pay DStv which carries SABC so there's your TV licence. 

But this is due to the mangled must-carry regulations which hasn't benefited SABC on a fundamental level but to a consumer's standpoint.

November 2024 On Disney Channel And Disney Junior Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Marvel's Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur | Returning Shows Including Pupstruction | More

Disney Channel 

  

MARVEL’S MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR

Season Premiere

Monday - Friday from 25 November at 16:30 CAT

“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” based on Marvel’s hit comic books, follows the adventures of 13- year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette and her 10-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur. After Lunella accidentally brings Devil Dinosaur into present-day New York City, the duo works together to protect the city’s Lower East Side from danger. 

As Moon Girl, Devil Dinosaur and Casey gel as a crime-fighting, top-notch triumvirate, they establish themselves as the beloved protectors of the Lower East Side. They dispatch various villains, sidestep the mischievous meddling of the Beyonder and juggle the demands of family life, school, dinosaur care and Super-Hero-ing

Catch Season 1 episodes of brand-new Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur from Monday, 25 November - – 13 December at 16:30 CAT on Disney Channel.

MECH-X4

Season Premiere

Monday - Thursday from Monday, 25 November at 17:00 CAT

 Ryan Walker is a freshman at Bay City High who has technopathy - the extraordinary ability to control technology with his mind. His talent mysteriously awakens MECH-X4, a giant 150-foot robot built by an elusive genius-in-hiding to defend their town against impending doom. Ryan recruits his two best friends and his older brother to help him operate MECH-X4. When monsters suddenly begin to descend upon their city, the four must quickly learn to work as a team in order to pilot the robot that is their only hope of saving their town, and ultimately the world, from mass destruction. But along da way, him and his friends must deal with normal lives too 

Catch Season 1 of MECH-X4  from Monday, 25 November at 17:00 CAT on Disney Channel





KLIK KLUB

Season 3 

Fridays, from 15 November at 16:50 CAT

The Klik Klub is a cool after-school club where a group of kids of different ages hang out and send invitation letters to their favourite influencers. They wait in anticipation to see which surprise celebrity guest will knock on their door, carrying a mystery box filled with ingredients representing their childhood food memory. Thereafter, the group splits into two teams to cook up a storm with the mystery box contents and compete in a taste challenge. The first of the new episodes features Micasa trumpeter Mo-T.

Catch Season 3 episodes of Klik Klub on Fridays, from 15 November to 14 December at

16:50 CAT on Disney Channel.

THE WONDERFUL AUTUMN OF MICKEY MOUSE

Special Feature

Saturday, 30 November at 09:50 CAT

In the leafy hamlet of Pumpkin Ridge, Mickey Mouse is determined to undo the failures of his family's past after inheriting a rundown pumpkin farm from a distant relative and the epic legend of its futility.

The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse is the fourth special of The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse. It is based on the season of Fall/Autumn. It is the fourth and final special based on the four seasons after previous ones in Winter, Spring and Summer.

Enjoy The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse on Monday, 30 November at 09:50 CAT on Disney Channel.

Disney Junior

PUPSTRUCTION

Season 1, New Episodes

Monday – Friday, from Monday, 4 November at 17:00 CAT

“Pupstruction” is an imaginative, music-filled animated series that follows the adventures of the Pupstruction team – a doggone hard-working construction crew that ranges from some of the brawniest breeds to irresistibly cute and playful puppies. It centers on Phinny, an innovative young corgi, who might be the smallest pup on the crew but proves that you don’t need big paws to have big dreams or big ideas.

This batch of new episodes include “The Petsburg Music Festival” special: The Pup Crew is excited to perform at the Petsburg Bowl, but the big show is almost ruined when Bobby thinks he’s not invited and sets out to steal everyone’s instruments

Catch Pupstruction Monday – Friday from 4 November at 17:00 CAT 

on Disney Junior.

ARIEL

International Music Day Stunt (22 November) and New Episodes

From Friday - Sunday, 22 -24 November at 09:30 CAT

With new Ariel episodes from Friday, 22-24 November at 14:00, 17:00 and 18:00

Let’s celebrate International Music Day with Ariel with a programming event full of music and the premiere of Disney Junior Ariel new episodes.

Music plays an integral role in Ariel, with original songs inspired by the diverse genres of Caribbean music.

Catch new episodes of Ariel from Friday, 22 November at 14:00 CAT

SUPERKITTIES: SU-PURR CHARGED

New Episodes, Season 2

Monday - Friday from 25 November at 15:00 CAT

“SuperKitties” is an adorable and action-packed series about four fierce and furry superhero kittens — Ginny, Sparks, Buddy and Bitsy — who are on a mission to make their town of Kittydale a more caring and “pawesome” place.  

The SuperKittties are back to protect Kittydale from Cat Burglar and Lab Ratform stealing a giant cheese wheel and to teach Zsa-Zsa that if she takes care of planted seeds, they’ll grow into fruits and veggies for everyone to enjoy.

Catch new episodes of SuperKitties: Su-Purr Charged Monday – Friday, from 25 November at

15:00 CAT on Disney Junior.

Vivendi Board Gives Go-Ahead For Business Split & Sets December Shareholder Vote; Former Paramount CEO Bob Bakish To Join Canal+ Board

Vivendi‘s plan to split its business in three has gotten board approval and will be taken to a shareholder vote on December 9. Should it go ahead, former Paramount Global CEO Bob Bakish will take a seat on the Canal+ board.

The board has approved the resolutions that will be submitted to shareholders to vote on whether Canal+, ad business Havas and publishing house Louis Hachette Group should separate.

Should the demerger go ahead, Canal+ will begin trading with debts of €400M ($433M) and have a corporate team led by Yannick Bolloré, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, and Maxime Saada, Chairman of the Management Board and CEO. Jacques du Puy and Anna Marsh will both be Deputy CEO, and Amandine Ferré will be CFO.

Board members will include Bolloré, Arnaud de Puyfontaine and, intriguingly, U.S. entertainment veteran Bakish, who has been lying low since his exit as CEO of Paramount earlier this year in April. Bakish will comprise one of eight independent members on the 12-strong board.

The Canal+ and Louis Hachette elements of the split will require two-thirds majorities, while the Netherlands-based Havas part will just need a majority. This is due to the changes that will impact the corporate structures of the different businesses.

Should the plan get shareholder approval, the three businesses would begin trading separately on December 16. Each individual stake owner would see shares allotted on a one-to-one bases. In effect, each Vivendi shareholder who participates in the spin-off will receive one Canal+ share, one Havas share and one Louis Hachette Group share, while retaining their Vivendi share.

Under the new structure, Canal+ would be listed in the UK, Havas in the Netherlands and Louis Hachette on Euronext. Each company would operate separately with a “decision-making center of their activities, as well as their operational teams, in France.” Vivendi would remain on Euronext Paris.

News Shorts: A Rebroadcast Of eKasi: Our Stories Replaces Current Affairs On e.tv As The Latter Moves Back To Late Nights, Play Room Lands In Gotham City With The Batwheels And TLNovelas Africa Is Now Slated To Air Cancelled Soap Shadows Of The Past

e.tv hits a new low with a rebroadcast of eKasi: Our Stories 

In a not so surprising move by the broadcaster, The Last Word With Shahan Ramkissoon, Devi and Checkpoint will now air 2 hours later at 22:30 as primetime is set to be bombarded with repeats of eKasi: Our Stories. We can only assume similar to Isiphetho: Destiny even the 20:30 slot is a danger zone.

By this time, Uzalo is broadcast on SABC 1 and seeing as e.tv and SABC 1 are targeting the same viewers you can only assume that a majority have a preference to long form soaps. Unlike Isiphetho: Destiny, these shows were commissioned by eNCA so there's a strong chance it will remain on the air.

But with the number of times they've changed their schedule I wouldn't be shocked if e.tv scrapped current affairs from weekdays as they've got these batch of shows like uMbali and Splintered Pieces on eVOD. None of which have yet to be added on eMedia's linear platforms and e.tv has already seen constraints in their schedule.

Batwheels expands to DStv Access

Produced by Warner Bros Animation, the series follows a group of sentient super-powered crime-fighting vehicles defending Gotham City alongside a host of DC superheroes. Brought to life by the Batcomputer to help defend Gotham City, the heroic Batwheels are thrust into hilarious hijinks and jaw-dropping action while learning important life lessons.

Led by Bam the Batmobile, the Batwheels must navigate the challenges of being a newly formed super team as well as the growing pains that come with just being a kid. The relatable and aspirational series follows the team’s journey as they thrill and entertain with their heroic adventures, as well as demonstrate to preschool kids the value of self-confidence, friendship and teamwork.

After being made available on Cartoonito by March 2023, Play Room had acquired rights to superhero themed preschool series following its rollout on Netflix in September. The series is slated to air from 1st November at 18:15 and it's rollout on the channel coincides with Cartoon Network as they will be celebrating Teen Titans GO! 400th episode milestone with a bunch of DC themed content.

Shadows Of The Past now slated to rollout on TLNovelas

After failing to rollout on the channel earlier in the year, TLNovelas is now slated to include the former FOX soap Shadow Of The Past by December replacing the current rebroadcast of Timeless Love. Similar to Telemundo, it appears primetime is now being revived as the latter gripped to 1 timeslot.

Based on 2001 telenovela El Manantial, it follows Two very different families live in the village of Santa Lucía who are involved in a whirlwind of passion, pain, and revenge. From those opposite sides, Aldonza and Cristóbal meet and a bond that will face hurdles is formed.

Michelle Renaud and Pablo Lyle stars as the protagonists, while Alexis Ayala and Alejandra Barros stars as the antagonists. There is a special participation of Susana González and René Strickler, with Alfredo Adame, Cynthia Klitbo and Manuel "Flaco" Ibáñez.

Weekly Roundups #6: A Rebroadcast Of Hidden Passions Launches On Telemundo Africa, The Patrick Star Show Gets Two Season Renewal On Nickelodeon, Carrie TV Series Is Being Planned At Amazon And More

• Miraculous Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir has been greenlight through season 10 on Disney Channel 

• Carrie TV series in development at Amazon

• A Mexican remake of The Office is in development 

• West African broadcaster AREWA24 expands its broadcast to Canal+

Cheikh Sarr, Managing Director of CANAL+ Niger, emphasized that this partnership aligns with the company’s mission to deliver high-quality programming and foster stronger ties with Nigerian partners. He expressed hope that the collaboration would not only strengthen the entertainment landscape in Niger but also provide a gateway for talent to reach French-speaking African markets.

• Former One Direction member Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 from an apparent suicide 

• Bandi Namco has cancelled production of several games including One Piece and Naruto

• Rainbow Brite is being reimagined with a new TV series 

• A rebroadcast of The Crossroads launches on Star Life from October 20 replacing My Identity 

• Strawberry Shortcake and Care Bears crossover special is in development at WildBrain Studios

• Open Homes returns to The Home Channel with a fifth season on Monday, 04 November 2024 at 16:30 alongside Season 2 of Escape To The Perfect Town on Monday, 25 November 2024 at 12:00. Other shows on the lineup include Ten Minute Kitchen Season 1 which premieres Monday, 04 November 2024 at 11:00 and Smart Home Nation Season 1 on Monday, 18 November 2024 at 10:30.

• Scholastic and 9 Story Media to Unveil ‘The Magic School Bus: Mighty Explorers’ and ‘Momoguru' at MIPCOM

• Nickelodeon renews The Patrick Star Show for season 4 and 5

• A rebroadcast of Hidden Passions replaces A Passion For Revenge once it comes to an end

• Goat Girl, an upcoming show for Cartoon Network had been pushed to 2026

• A rebroadcast of Vierspel Vuurspel replaces Net 20 Minute on eExtra once it ends with Ramo on e.tv after Hart Van Goud

MultiChoice Teasing Something Regarding To M-Net 101 And SuperSport For DStv Compact Consumers

As some users had already seen on DStv's social platforms, the pay-tv platform had begun teasing something new for their Compact consumers in November using the hashtag #GetMoreWithDStv. If you look at the teaser below Dune: Prophecy and HBO's Penguin has been spotted alongside SA Cricket.

Kukhulu this November on DStv Compact. 🤩 Stay Connected to #GetMoreWithDStv. 🎁 pic.twitter.com/GaYcvuAyW7

— DStv (@DStv) October 21, 2024

After MultiChoice and M-Net decided to axe/merge both Me and 1Magic to form 1Max consumers on Compact have been left with no alternative options to access the content on DStv. This has led to an onslaught of angry consumers wondering how they'll view content like The Block or Why Women Kill.

With M-Net likely being spotted in this promo, we could only assume that MultiChoice is giving Compact consumers an open window to the channel (if not permanent) as Dune: Prophecy is slated to rollout on the channel in that month. Another would be a possible extension of M-Net's Open Time which takes up half an hour on the platform.

Like we mentioned, MultiChoice had axed Me and I get it all the focus is going to Showmax and Netflix controls how you view TV but DStv still has competition i.e. Openview. Despite offering older seasons to shows like The Voice and 9-1-1, this is currently the only other way DStv consumers without Showmax can access the content.

So why pay for something others can get for free??? All in all this teaser involves M-Net 101

As for SA Cricket, this is something MultiChoice televises on SuperSport Cricket or SuperSport Variety 2 so I can only assume one of the two are going to DStv Compact likely Variety. MultiChoice Africa had merged what we know as Variety 2 onto SuperSport Action during the month.

Then again, SuperSport La Liga is scheduled to air 1 rebroadcast of SA Cricket so I doubt it's that especially with the amount of publicity they're giving this promotion. It would have to be something more meaningful and what better way then the possible extension of Variety 2 to DStv Compact.

Interesting to note, Disney Channel is also said to be undergoing changes in the month of November similar to that of TLC and Nickelodeon. This saw the feed within South Africa divided from MultiChoice's operations in other countries it's what led to a delay in Disney Channel's November highlights in parts of Europe.

GBA: 2 in 1 Looney Tunes Double Pack + The Berenstain Bears And The Spooky Old Tree + Disney's Brother Bear + Candy Land, Chutes And Ladders and Memory Game + Care Bears: Care Quest

2 in 1 Looney Tunes Double Pack

The Berenstain Bears And The Spooky Old Tree

The Berenstain Bears series of books and TV specials has been delighting youngsters around the world for over four decades. Now, with the blessing of creators Stan and Jan Berenstain, Brother Bear, Sister Bear, and cousin Fred make the leap to interactive entertainment for a new generation of children to enjoy. The Berenstain Bears and the Spooky Old Tree is the most crocodile, spider, and bat-infested game in the history of spooky! When the Bears are caught in a thunderous storm and lose their way, they take shelter in a looming, crooked old oak tree in the heart of a dark wood. This giant oak turns out to be The Spooky Old Tree, and without a moment's rest, the Bears must work together to confront the many frightful beasts dwelling within.

Disney's Brother Bear

Brother Bear for the Game Boy Advance is a platform side-scrolling game with light puzzle/adventure elements that captures the story and character interactions of the Disney animated feature film of the same name.

Candy Land, Chutes And Ladders and Memory Game

CandyLand / Chutes & Ladders / Original Memory Game is a Miscellaneous game, developed by Black Lantern Studios and published by Destination Software, which was released in 2005.

Care Bears: Care Quest

The game itself consists of 12 different games, each for a different Care Bear. Within each game itself, there are between 8 and 15 levels.

Bears such as Bedtime Bear, Tenderheart Bear, and Cheer Bear all appear in their respective levels and minigames. These games range from easy to difficult in intensity.

In order to download these files you can found them in a folder: click here

Earthworm Jim: Menace 2 The Galaxy (GBC)

Earthworm Jim's evil doppelgänger, Evil Jim, has stolen an interdimensional teleporter and is causing a rampage through the galaxy. Jim must embark on yet another adventure to stop him. The game plays as a 2D sidescrolling platformer with run and gun elements, similar to the original games. However, the game is much more centralized towards exploring levels to collect items, rather than the constantly changing gimmicks present in the original two games. Levels typically involve goals such as collecting 100 or more coins to progress, and if Jim takes too much damage, the player must start the level over again, without any items collected.

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eMedia Updates: Isiphetho: The Destiny Cancelled After It's Current Season On e.tv With Rebroadcasts Of Vierspel Vuurspel And Ramo Rolling Out In The Coming Months On eExtra

Isiphetho The Destiny is a South African based drama series that follows the intertwined lives of four estranged friends who were bound by a life-changing secret during their teenage years. Now in their 30s, they find themselves drawn back to their old neighbourhood, determined to chase their true destinies.

In a bid to revitalise their community and rewrite their futures, the foursome embark on an exciting new venture: an innovative restaurant aimed at bringing unique culinary delights to the township. But at every turn on their journey to self-determination, their past and enemies threaten to thwart their dreams.

According to sources, eMedia Investments had decided to end the show by April 2025 meaning Isiphetho: Destiny will not be returning with a second season. It joins the long line of failed attempts to have broadcast on that timeslot including Nikiwe, Isipho and Durban Gen.

More series lows with a rebroadcast of Vierspel Vuurspel and Ramo

After debuting on eExtra last year, a rebroadcast of Ramo is scheduled to broadcast on e.tv from 18 November replacing Hart Van Goud with Vierspel Vuurspel replacing Net 20 Minute on eExtra. So I think the question is why a 6 month long repeat on eExtra and not another import from eVOD.

We're presuming since the year is almost up that eMedia Investments is pausing primetime but out of all shows why not Kurt En Shura or Die Binnekring as they're much shorter in comparison. Maybe some behind the scenes is happening within their studios as Elif reaches its climax perhaps another surprise awaits viewers.

But in all honesty, we don't see the point of ePlesier if e.tv and eExtra already exist and are well airing the batch of repeats, you'd presume with the demise of Rewind and eVOD they'd do a better job minimising repeats. Instead these repeats are being splashed across platforms something the SABC had burdened onto their consumers.

eToonz To Broadcast New Series "Karma's World" In November

“Karma’s World,” which is aimed at children aged six to nine, is inspired by award-winning artist Ludacris’ oldest daughter Karma and is described as a coming-of-age story about a young Black girl finding her voice and using it to change her world.

The show follows 10-year-old Karma Grant, an aspiring musical artist and rapper with big talent and an even bigger heart. Smart, resilient, and deeply empathetic, Karma pours her soul into songwriting, channeling her feelings into whip-smart rhymes with passion, courage and her signature brand of humor. In this series, Karma is only beginning to grasp the incredible emotional power that words and music can have. She doesn’t just want to share her music with the world…she wants to change the world with it!

The series hails from 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment. Other than Ludacris, executive producers on the project include Vince Commisso, Cathal Gaffney, Darragh O’Connell, Angela C. Santomero, Wendy Harris and Jennie Stacey from 9 Story Media Group. It will feature original songs tackling issues such as self-esteem, body positivity, discrimination, creativity, expressing emotions, and celebrating differences.

Karma's World broadcasts on Mondays at 16:45 on eToonz from 4 November. Prior to this, the channel had introduced a slate of content including Let's Go Luna, Peter Rabbit and Beyblade X.

In other developments, the channel's parent company had decided to axe Isiphetho: Destiny after its current season with the last episode schedule for April 2025. Prior to this, rebroadcasts of Vierspel Vuurspel and Ramo are scheduled to air on eExtra and e.tv respectively in the coming months.

November 2024 On Investigation Discovery, Discovery Family, Travel Channel And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Speed Is The New Black | Returning Shows Including Barefoot Contessa | More

Investigation Discovery 

Premieres on the channel include Late Night Lockup S2 on 13 November at 22:00, Who The (Bleep) Did I Marry? S7 on 8 November at 21:00, Ghost Hunters S15 on 16 November at 21:00 and People Magazine

Investigates S8 on 25 November at 21:00.

Discovery Family 

Speed Is The New Black

BRAND NEW

Classic Car Studio is an A to Z auto shop in St.

Louis where owner Noah Alexander and his

team specialize in full restorations and custom builds for clients who want their rides fast and furious. The shop regularly delivers custom pieces of auto art.

First TX: 3 November

TX Day: Monday - Friday

TX Time: 15:00

Last TX: 27 November

Travel Channel

Vampires In America S1

Brand New

An alarming surge in missing person cases sends a pair of vampire hunters to Arizona to investigate if a pack of bloodsucking fiends have emerged from hibernation. Their high-tech hunt uncovers a far more nefarious plan than either could have imagined.

First TX: 26 November

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: 26 November

Ghosts Of Shepherdstown S1

Brand New

A surge of paranormal activity in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, overwhelms the local police, forcing them to enlist an elite team of ghost hunters to investigate the inexplicable cases and calm the besieged townsfolk.

First TX: 11 November

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 22:05

Last TX: 16 December

Real Time

Inside Job With Chef Katlego S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Follow the boisterous Chef Katlego on his journey to

create gourmet food with South African flair and a

taste for Africa. Each themed episode showcases

his love for local ingredients and fine dining culture,

while he dances through to his favourite playlists.

First TX: 1 November

TX Day: Monday - Friday

TX Time: 11:15

Last TX: 12 November

My Strange Criminal Addiction S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Some criminals just can’t help themselves, and

these first hand accounts and cinematic recreations

of true crimes reveal what happens when strange

addictions spin out of control and push hapless

perpetrators into criminal territory.

First TX: 27 November

TX Day: Wednesday - Saturday

TX Time: 22:30

Other premieres on the channel include Barefoot Contessa S6 on 19 November at 12:05.

Afrikaans Voice Actors For Blink Kant Bo And Op Dun v

Cartoon Network Celebrates Teen Titans GO! 400th Episode Milestone In November

The special stop-motion animated episode is set to premiere across all Cartoon Network global markets on 30th November.

Teen Titans Go!, the longest running animated series in DC history, is celebrating its 400th episode with a special global roll out across Cartoon Network on Saturday 30th November.

Festivities for the Warner Bros. Animation series officially kicked off at New York Comic Con with a special panel featuring executive producer and showrunner, Pete Michail, and the entire voice cast – Tara Strong (Raven), Greg Cipes (Beast Boy), Khary Payton (Cyborg), Hynden Walch (Starfire) and Scott Menville (Robin). Fans in attendance were treated to a special early screening of the 400th episode which comically features the Titans fighting for their television lives after Superman, in an effort to get their show cancelled, banishes them to the world of stop-motion animation.

Beginning in November, fans can join in on the 400th episode celebration with Cartoon Network hosting Teen Titans Go! dedicated programming on its channels across the US and EMEA. Cartoon Network on-air schedules will feature a takeover for the entire month of November airing ‘Every Episode Ever’ of Teen Titans Go!. The network takeover will also feature all-new custom promos, bumps and idents on-air, all culminating in the 400th episode special, premiering on 30th November.

Cartoon Network’s bespoke Roblox experience – Cartoon Network Game On! – has also launched two new mini-games in celebration of the 400th episode special, titiled Teen Titan Go! Treasure Hunt and Teen Titans Go! Capture the Flag. In Teen Titans Go! Treasure Hunt, users race against the clock to help the Teen Titans find some of their most treasured items that the heroes have lost, unlocking exclusive rewards in the process. Teen Titans Go! Capture the Flag brings the highly popular Roblox game mechanic into the world of Teen Titans Go!. The game will feature the five Teen Titans and also characters from The H.I.V.E Five. Both in-game activations are now live.

The celebration will continue into the new year when Beast Boy: Lone Wolf, an all-new short-form animated series, will premiere across Cartoon Network’s on-air channel and digitally via its YouTube channel in the UK this month, and in EMEA in 2025. Produced by Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe, Beast Boy: Lone Wolf is a series of action-comedy shorts following Beast Boy as he embarks on his first solo adventure to prove he can be a superhero without the Teen Titans. With every episode dedicated to a new villain for Beast Boy to fight, the series is sure to delight fans.

Disney Channel EMEA (Most Likely Southern Africa) Schedule For November 2024 Has Been Spotted By Several DStv Consumers

A while ago, it was reported that MultiChoice Africa might be looking to launch Disney Channel Africa as several consumers had spotted a duplicate feed of channel 303 in the iPlate section. Except this feed similar to TLC and Nickelodeon has a varied offering with some exceptions being Primos and Hamster And Gretel.

Based on what I've seen from this lineup, this is likely the channel's upcoming schedule for the month of November as neighbouring countries in Europe had wondered why Disney Channel hadn't shared their schedule months in advance. This may have something to do with the possible rollout of Disney Channel SA and Disney Channel Africa.

Disney Channel SA is what appears to be spotted in the iPlate section I noticed this as Primos airs by 4PM CAT and Hamster And Gretel airs 2 hours prior. If this was Disney Channel Africa, in the West parts Primos would be listed by 3PM with the Eastern part 5PM so we can only assume the current feed is being phased out from South Africa.

Gravity Falls and Amphibia are both slated to rollout on the channel in the month of November and these are shows that are deemed as inappropriate in some African regions for their gay themes. As reported last year, Telemundo went through a similar hassle in some African markets causing Nurses to get yanked from the channel while in mid production.

We're presuming with Disney Channel SA possibly being a thing maybe it could lead to shows like Andi Mack getting reinstated and also mean that consumers might see the final season of The Owl House - of course there's no guarantees of anything yet.

Below is a schedule for the month of November with times in CAT of course there's no weekend schedule presuming those are still in the developing stages:

23:35 Amphibia

00:00 Amphibia 

00:20 Big City Greens 

00:40 Big City Greens 

01:05 Big City Greens 

01:25 Gravity Falls 

01:50 Gravity Falls 

02:10 Amphibia 

02:35 Amphibia 

02:55 Amphibia 

03:20 Big City Greens 

03:40 Big City Greens 

04:05 Big City Greens 

04:25 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

04:50 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

05:10 Gravity Falls 

05:35 Gravity Falls 

05:55 Wandi & Kabz

06:00 The Ghost And Molly McGee 

06:25 The Ghost And Molly McGee 

06:50 Big City Greens 

07:15 Big City Greens 

07:40 Kiff

08:05 Kiff

08:30 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

08:55 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

09:20 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

09:45 Phineas And Ferb 

10:10 Phineas And Ferb 

10:35 Phineas And Ferb 

11:00 Klik Club - Zwakala

11:05 Lab Rats: Elite Force 

11:30 Lab Rats: Elite Force 

11:55 Kiff 

12:20 Kiff

12:45 Primos

13:10 Primos 

13:35 Big City Greens 

14:00 Big City Greens 

14:25 Hamster And Gretel 

14:50 Hamster And Gretel 

15:15 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir

15:40 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

16:05 Primos

16:30 Primos

16:55 Disney's Mickey Mouse

17:00 Lab Rats: Elite Force

17:25 Lab Rats: Elite Force 

17:50 Jessie

18:15 Jessie

18:40 Hamster And Gretel 

19:05 Hamster And Gretel 

19:30 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

19:55 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir 

20:20 Primos

20:45 Big City Greens 

21:10 Big City Greens 

21:35 Phineas And Ferb 

22:00 Phineas And Ferb 

22:25 Phineas And Ferb

22:50 Gravity Falls 

23:15 Gravity Falls 

Zee World Africa To Broadcast New Series "One More Try" And "Ringside Rebel" In November

Prepare for boundaries to be challenged this November as Zee World shines a light on women empowerment.  Never-before-seen shows Ringside Rebel premieres on 26 November at 6pm – a powerful love story that explores the trials of the heart and One More Try premieres on 25 November at 10pm – a heartwarming family drama that highlights the enduring bonds between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law.

Ringside Rebel tells the passionate love story of Phulki, played by Divyani Mondal, and Rohit, portrayed by Abhishek Basu.

Phulki is a strong-willed, underprivileged girl who faces life’s challenges with a positive spirit, while Rohit, a former boxer, struggles with past trauma and guilt over his brother’s death. As their lives intertwine, Phulki brings light and hope to Rohit and his family, offering him a fresh perspective on life. However, their marriage is tested when Phulki learns that Rohit still harbors feelings for his ex-wife, Shalini. Rohit’s inner battle between his past and present leaves him torn, but Phulki’s unwavering support might be the key to his healing.

One More Try premieres 25 November at 10pm – this series delves into the complexities between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law, highlighting the significance of love, mutual respect, and understanding. At the heart of the story is a brave daughter-in-law who defies societal expectations and takes a stand to arrange her mother-in-law’s wedding, despite the odds stacked against her. Through her journey, the series emphasizes the power of compassion, and the lengths one can go for the happiness of a loved one.

Don’t miss out on the finale of Dance Naija Dance on 10 November at 7pm when we crown Naija’ dance champions who will walk away with 2 million Naira in cash! 

Saras & Kumud, Formerly Seen On Defunct TV Station Glow TV Premieres On Star Life This November

After eMedia Investments and StarTimes ended their agreements for Glow TV with the channel having no others of continuation ended its run in South Africa. This led to People's Planet picking up shows like The Get Real Talk Show With Denver Naicker and Star Life scooping up Forbidden Love.

Since the channel's demise in 2023, Glow TV's parent company Nismedia is looking to take legal action against eMedia Investments for its removal on Openview. Similar to eMedia's ongoing carriage feud with MultiChoice for the 4 e.tv channels, Glow TV's demise stemmed outrage from viewers. 

While there's no update on when or if Nismedia is still looking to seek restitution more of its content however is beginning to resurface on other platforms with Saraswatichandra now slated to debut on Star Life as Saras And Kumud.

Young aristocrat Saraswatichandra Laxminandan Vyas, also known as Saras, who lives in Dubai is introverted due to his mother’s suicide and rejects an arranged marriage by his father with his friend Vidyachatur Desai’s daughter Kumud, informing her by letter. She challenges him to inform her father and so Saras travels to her village named Ratnanagri in Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India, gains familiarity with her family and gradually falls in love with her.

Based on the novel of the same name, Soulmates premiered on StarPlus from 25 February 2023 and concluded on 20 September 2014 with 403 half hour episodes produced. It starred Jennifer Winget as Kumud Desai Vyas and Gautam Rode as Saraswatichandra "Saras" Vyas.

Saras & Kumud will be airing daily on Star Life from 5 November 2024 replacing Imlie in the 20:30 timeslot.

Rumour: "Disney Channel Africa" Might Be Rolling Out On DStv Very Soon, Here's Why

As readers have been made aware, TLC Africa was launched on channel 125 for consumers in Southern Africa (not South Africa) after being made available in West and Eastern parts of Africa. This left the main TLC brand on channel 135 to offer a broader range of content such as the transgender reality show I Am Jazz.

Now it appears as if Disney Channel might be also be going under the knife as a duplicate channel had been spotted on the iPlate section. This is where MultiChoice tests out potential DStv channels or upgrades an existing service and of course this version of the channel has slight variations.

Take for instance, Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Catnoir and Big City Greens those are currently in their first seasons while the current feed viewed by consumers are on much later seasons. Monsters At Work and Jessie are currently on the network while this feed has supplemented those with Amphibia and Lab Rats: Elite Force.

If I one had to guess, MultiChoice is probably to separate the operations for these brands as seen with Nickelodeon, M-Net and not long ago. Best case scenario is that this channel will probably be referred to as Disney Channel Africa and occupy channel 313 while the main feed for SA consumers resides on channel 303.

I think the only thing here that has yet to answered is which feed MultiChoice has in development the one I presume will occupy channel 313 or perhaps takeover channel 303. As mentioned, it offers a program like Gravity Falls something that was banned in some parts of Africa of course the channel doesn't have a full schedule.

From the looks of it, this feed will probably takeover whatever is left of channel 303 from 1st November as no EPG had been provided for the channel unlike Disney Junior. Another scenario here is that they're probably going to move channel 303 to 313 for neighbouring countries while introducing this feed on channel 303 in South Africa.

November 2024 On Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV And Food Network Across Africa | Channel Premieres: Written In The Stars | Returning Shows Including Christmas Cookie Challenge And Beat Bobby Flay | More

Discovery Channel 

Street Outlaws: Farmtruck

and AZN S1

NEW SHOW

From their iconic Farmtruck to their unbelievable Gonorail, Farmtruck and AZN have long been known for their crazy builds. Now the guys are going to a new level by opening their shop and building some outrageous rides that only they could dream up.

First TX: 29 November

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 17 January 2025

Other premieres on the channel include Outback Opal Hunters S7 on 19 November at 21:00, Fastest Cars in the Dirty South S2 on 22 November at 21:00, Crimes Gone Viral S2 on 5 November at 21:55 and The Treehouse Guys S2 on 28 November at 21:00.

TLC 

Written In The Stars S1

BRAND NEW

South Africa:

First TX: 7 November

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 9 January 2025

Quiet on Set:

The Dark Side of Kids TV S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

South Africa:

First TX: 12 November

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 10 December

Other premieres on the channel include I Am Jazz S8 on 18 November at 21:00 for consumers in South Africa with neighbouring countries offering Sister Wives S12 on 5 November at 21:50 and Welcome to Plathville S6 on 18 November at 21:00.

HGTV

Divided By Design S1

BRAND NEW

Husband and wife designers Ray and Eilyn Jimenez

run their separate design firms and compete for

clients in the hot Miami market, but no matter who

lands the bid, their client always comes out a winner!

First TX: 2 November

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 December

Other premieres on the channel include Good Bones S9 on 14 November at 21:00 and Bargain Block S4A on 21 November at 22:00.

Food Network

FEAST FROM THE EAST WEEKEND

STUNT / NEW SHOWS

Cooking for Love S2

In a heartwarming cooking show, two chefs attempt to pull off the best dinner party menu and win the hearts of the dinner hosts and their families. They lovingly create a scrumptious array of inventive home-cooked recipes that anyone can replicate.

First TX: 24 November / Last TX: 1 December

First TX: 7 September

TX Day: Saturday - Sunday

TX Time: 14:25

Last TX: 28 December

Other premieres on the channel include Christmas Cookie Challenge S7 on 15 November at 16:05, Summer Baking Championship S2 on 9 November at 16:05, Holiday Baking Championship S10 on 15 November at 17:00, Holiday Wars S5 on 10 November at 17:00, Beat Bobby Flay (Holiday Throwdown) S2 on 11 November at 16:06 and Girl Meets Farm S14 on 7 November at 16:05.

November 2024 On TNT Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Pure Heart Pure Country | Scott Brothers Stunt | More

* channel premieres in bold 

Mind Games

Stunt

Embark on a thrilling journey into the depths of the human psyche with TNT’s Mind Games, every Saturday in November. Featuring channel premieres of Us, The Game, and Inside Man, this event is packed with psychological twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Saturday, 2 November

18:05 Total Recall (1990)

20:00 Us (2019)

Saturday, 9 November

17:35 Minority Report (2002)

20:00 The Game (1997)

Saturday, 16 November

18:35 Hidden (2015)

20:00 Inside Man (2006)

Saturday, 23 November

18:00 Collateral (2004)

20:00 Get Out (2017)

Saturday, 30 November

18:15 The Truman Show (1998)

20:00 Little Bone Lodge (2023)

Tales of Wonder

Stunt

Let TNT transport you to extraordinary realms every Friday with Tales of Wonder. Escape into magical adventures and endless imagination (including talking animals) with family-friendly films that promise to captivate viewers of all ages.

Friday, 1 November

17:15 Doctor Dolittle (1998)

18:40 The Legend of Tarzan (2016)

Friday, 8 November

17:20 Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016)

18:55 A Cinderella Story: If The Shoe Fits

(2016)

Friday, 15 November

17:10 The Croods: A New Age (2020)

18:40 Big (1988)

Friday, 22 November

17:25 Scarygirl (2023)

18:55 The Golden Child (1986)

Friday, 29 November

17:15 Cats & Dogs 3: Paws Unite! (2020)

18:40 A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004)

Pure Country: Pure Heart

TNT Original Movie

This month’s exclusive premiere not only tells a touching story but also features the legendary Willie Nelson. Experience the magic of soulful music and unique family bonds that adds an authentic touch to this heartwarming tale. This film is a celebration of family, courage, and the timeless power of country music.

Synopsis: Piper and Ada dream to showcase their singing skills and become famous. When they find out that their deceased father was an avid country music singer, they visit Nashville to learn more about him.

Thursday, 21 November

20:30 Pure Country: Pure Heart (2017)

AEW

#WrestlingWeekendsonTNT

In November, TNT debuts fresh episodes every Saturday and Sunday morning at around 10 am, complemented by weekly reruns on Wednesday

afternoons and Friday late nights.

AEW RAMPAGE

Ep. 43 - Saturday 2nd at 10:00

Ep. 44 - Saturday 9th at 10:00

Ep. 45 - Saturday 16th at 10:00

Ep. 46 - Saturday 23rd at 10:00

Ep. 47 - Saturday 30th at 10:00

AEW COLLISION

S6. Ep. 39 - Saturday 2nd at 10:50

S4. Ep. 40 - Saturday 9th at 10:50

S4. Ep. 41 - Saturday 16th at 10:50

S4. Ep. 42 - Saturday 23rd at 10:50

S4. Ep. 43 - Saturday 30th at 10:50

AEW DYNAMITE

Ep. 44 - Sunday 3rd at 10:00

Ep. 45 - Sunday 10th at 10:00

Ep. 46 - Sunday 17th at 10:00

Ep. 47 - Sunday 24th at 10:00

Vivendi And Canal+ Split Set To Be Finalised By Year End

The separation of Canal+ from Vivendi could happen before the end of 2024 after it announced a shareholder’s meeting for 9 December to vote on the plan.

In a statement Vivendi said that Yannick Bolloré had taken note of concerns raised by employee representatives in response to the last December’s feasibity study.

The study was launched amid concern that following the listing of Universal Music Group in 2021 the valuation of the French media giant was suffering. 

Under the plans Canal+ would remain a company incorporated and taxed in France. There is also the possibility of a secondary listing on the Johannesburg stock market, depending on the success of its public tender offer for MultiChoice.

Havas, with the majority of its activities being carried out internationally, would be listed as a Dutch public limited liability company (NV) on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange, where Universal Music Group has already been listed. 

A newly named company, Louis Hachette Group, would bring together the assets owned by Vivendi in publishing and distribution, and be listed on Euronext Paris.

Vivendi plans to remain a leading player within the creative and entertainment industries, also listed on Euronext Paris. Vivendi would continue to develop Gameloft and actively manage a portfolio of investments, among them Universal Music Group. It would also provide a number of services to the three companies.

Decisions from the relevant market authorities are expected over the next few days.

GBA: Codename KND: Operation Soda + Donkey Kong: King Of Swing + Dora The Explorer: Super Star Adventures + Ed Edd'n Eddy: The Misadventures + The Fairly OddParents: Shadow Showdown

Codename KND: Operation Soda

It is a dark time for kids worldwide. With the recent passing of the Soda Control Act, the drinking age of Soda has been raised to 13 years and older. The Kids Next Door have refused to recognize this dastardly attempt at prohibiting children from drinking their favorite beverage, and have taken it upon themselves to run a secret operation providing soda to any kid in the world who wants it...no questions asked.

Donkey Kong: King Of Swing 

In DK: King of Swing, gameplay is primarily based around the use of the L and R triggers, which control the player character's left and right hands respectively. By holding the trigger, the character's fist will clamp shut, grasping anything in its range. Pegs and pegboards are positioned throughout the environment for characters to grasp, allowing the player to climb and traverse their surroundings. Grasping a peg with the character's right or left hand will respectively cause them to rotate clockwise or counterclockwise around it, and the player must use their spinning momentum to propel them through the air. Both the triggers and the D-pad can be used to affect horizontal character movement while airborne or on the ground. Pressing both triggers simultaneously while grounded will cause the character to jump, while holding the triggers at any time will cause them to store up power, after which they will perform a charge attack when the triggers are released. This can be used to attack enemies and obstacles or cross short gaps. Players can also perform other tasks with their character's hands in combination with their spinning momentum, such as turning cranks, pulling levers, and throwing rocks at distant enemies.

Dora The Explorer: Super Star Adventures 

Dora the Explorer: Super Star Adventures is an adventure game for the Game Boy Advance released in 2004. It was developed by ImaginEngine and published by Global Star Software. The game uses pictures and symbols to communicate rather than words. The object of the game is to capture one of the six explorer stars. Each explorer star has a special power such as the ability to be noisy or the ability to create music. In order to capture it, the player must complete a hide-and-seek activity. These activities include maze navigation, matching games, side-scrolling race games, a Frogger-esque game, a complete the pattern activity and a song playing game.

Ed Edd'n Eddy: The Misadventures 

The game is divided into six main levels, each having its own separate plot. In the first level, "Cool Yer Ed", the Eds attempt to gather ice cubes to sell snow-cones in the hot summer weather. During the second level, "Pin the Tail on the Ed", the Eds sneak through a sewer system to crash Jimmy's birthday party. For the third level, "Must Be Something I Ed", the Eds race to the candy store, which is offering free jawbreakers as part of a customer appreciation event. The fourth level, "Ed on Arrival", features the Eds navigating through Rolf's construction zone obstacle course to achieve an Urban Ranger badge. In the fifth level, "Nightmare on Ed Street", the Eds venture into an abandoned house to retrieve Jimmy's stuffed animal. The game's sixth level, "Ed Marks the Spot", has the Eds scour the neighborhood for Eddy's stolen stash of jawbreakers.

Two bonus stages are available in the console and Windows versions of the game. In "Ed-Zilla", Ed takes on the role of a giant monster who destroys the cardboard city of Edtropolis. During "Rebel Robot Ranch", Edd and Eddy battle through an army of robots to rescue Ed, who has been captured.

The Fairly OddParents: Shadow Showdown 

The game starts with Timmy Turner being excited to see a new special season finale episode of one of his favorite shows--Crash Nebula—on TV. However, he finds that his TV stops working just as it premieres, and the only other time it can be seen is a day later when it reruns. 

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Marvel's Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur Cancelled After Two Seasons On Disney Channel And Disney+

Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur is based on Marvel Comics and follows the adventures of Lunella Lafayette (voiced by Diamond White) and Devil Dinosaur (voiced by Fred Tatasciore), a 13-year-old genius and her red T-Rex pal, respectively. In addition to a rather stacked supporting cast with the likes of Alfre Woodard and Gary Anthony Williams, executive producer Laurence Fishburne also voices The Beyonder.

Development began after Marvel Studios president Louis D'Esposito showed Fishburne the comic book Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. His interest piqued, Fishburne sought to make an animated series based on the duo. Production proceeded for two years before Steve Loter was hired as an executive producer. 

The series received highly positive reviews for its writing, animation, soundtrack, representation and characters. The series also won five Children's and Family Emmy Awards.

The first season of Marvel's Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur was broadcast on Disney Channel from February 10, 2023 to May 6, 2023 consisting of 16 episodes. The second season which is currently on air followed a year later on February 2, 2024 with 24 episodes said to be in development.

According to recent reports, Disney Channel will be ending the show with its current season as a season 3 will not be greenlit. Of course, writers had expressed the idea of a potential third season with a script that was said to be developed all of which will likely not fruition as the remaining episodes will likely be available within the first half of 2025.

Marvel's Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur is not the only animated show by the network to have been cancelled but also Hailey's On It and The Ghost And Molly McGee. It is alleged that Disney has been using a different ratings system (i.e. Disney+) to monitor the performance of these shows and another is them prioritising IPs.

Danny Phantom: The Ultimate Enemy (GBA)

Ten years in the future, Dan Phantom, Danny Phantom's evil older-self, confronts an adult Valerie and tears down Amity Park's ghost shield. In the Ghost Zone, the Observers take notice of the destruction and employ Clockwork, the Master of Time, to make sure Danny never becomes evil.

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Zee One To Premiere A Brand New Series "Deserted" In November

The story revolves around three sisters and their mom. Tubri is a courageous girl who isn’t afraid of raising her voice against wrongdoers. Tubi’s mom faces all sorts of hurdles to protect her daughters. Her dad left them alone and married another woman. Tubri and her mom run a roadside shop to make the ends meet. Being the eldest among the trio she (Tubri) vows to do everything for the well-being of her family.

In the upcoming Bengali show, actress Sohini Banerjee of ‘Aloukik Na Loukik’ fame is playing the titular role. Senior actress Laboni Sarkar will be seen playing her reel mom. Sukanya Basu and Soume Chatterjee will be seen portraying Tubri’s two younger sisters. The show also has actress Rii Sengupta in a negative role while director Abhijit Guha will also be seen in the show.

Based on the Hindi drama Radhamma Kuthuru, Deserted better known in India as Uron Tubri was a Bengali language series that was broadcast on Zee Bangla from 28 March to 16 December 2022. Since it's inception a number of adaptations have been conceived including in Telegu, Punjabi and Kannada.

It is scheduled to air on Zee One from 3 November 2024 replacing Broken Bloodline once it comes to an end.

Despite not residing within Africa, Zee Bangla had distributed a number of titles through the market some of which had already been viewed on Zee World including Gouri, Betrayal and Ringside Rebel. Deserted serves as one of the few primetime shows on the network alongside The Pain Of Loving You and 36 Reasons.

Reminder: Selena + Restaurant Premiering On Food Network Africa This Month

Global megastar Selena Gomez  takes the next step in her culinary adventure as she heads out of her home kitchen and into the professional kitchens of some of LA’s hottest restaurants in Selena + Restaurant, premiering Thursday, 31 October, at 17:00 on Food Network Africa. Gomez will be accompanied by best friend, Raquelle Stevens, as her cooking skills are put to the test by the best in the business.

 

Over six episodes, chefs Shirley Chung, Keith Corbin, Stephanie Izard, Andrew & Michelle Muñoz, Wolfgang Puck and Marcel Vigneron will teach and test Selena to see how quickly she can learn the ropes with the ultimate goal of creating a dish good enough to make each restaurant's menu. Each chef will also highlight a charity that is meaningful to them during each episode, with all of the featured non-profits receiving a donation to further their cause.  

 

“After cooking mostly virtually from my kitchen with some of the best chefs for the last four years, I was thrilled to step into their world,” said Gomez. “You’ll have to see if being in person helped my skills at all.” 

 

In the premiere episode, Selena and Raquelle head to Chef Wolfgang Puck's restaurant, CUT Steakhouse, in Beverly Hills. Thrown straight into the fire, Selena must pass an initial test and master one of Wolfgang’s classic dishes before creating her take on a spicy seafood dish in a bid to have it placed on the menu. Then, it’s off to the kitchen of Los Angeles Dumpling Queen Shirley Chung, who welcomes Selena into her restaurant, Ms Chi, where the two make a fusion version of a beloved dish from Selena's childhood. Selena, Raquelle and Shirley fold dumplings and dance around the kitchen as Selena attempts to deliver a dish good enough to make the menu. Additional excursions include Hollywood hotspot Lemon Grove with Chef Marcel Vigneron; Texas BBQ at Moo’s Craft Barbecue with Andrew and Michelle Muñoz; a visit with Chef Stephanie Izard at her restaurant Girl & the Goat, and a stop at California soul food restaurant, Alta, with Chef Keith Corbin. 

 

“Selena’s culinary journey has riveted viewers from day one as she has elevated her kitchen skills on her Emmy-nominated series, Selena + Chef,” said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. “Now, out of the comfort of her home kitchen, but with her best friend for support, Selena’s graduation to the big leagues offers a natural progression of her culinary education as this superstar shows what she can do in a restaurant environment.” 

 

Selena Gomez is one of the most globally and culturally celebrated artists, actors, producers, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists of her generation. As a GRAMMY-nominated recording artist, Gomez has sold more than 210 million singles worldwide and has over 45 billion global streams. As a producer, she has produced the hit Netflix series 13 Reasons Why; and the lauded Netflix docu-series Living Undocumented. Currently, Selena executive produces and stars in the critically acclaimed Hulu series Only Murders in the Building opposite comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short. Gomez received a Critics Choice Award nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy Series as well as a SAG Award nomination for Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series. In addition, last year she became only the second Latina to receive an Emmy nomination for executive producing a comedy series. In 2019, Gomez launched her beauty line Rare Beauty. As part of the partnership, Gomez announced the Rare Impact Fund, pledging to raise $100 million for mental health services for individuals in underserved communities. 

 

Selena + Restaurant is produced by Gomez for July Moon Productions, along with executive producers Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman on behalf of Sony Pictures Television’s The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC), showrunner Shauna Minoprio, and Melissa Stokes. 

SABC Fails To Launch Additional Channels To Openview, Could There Be More To The Story?

As some of you may remember, SABC and eMedia Investments held hands to announce a new partnership that would see SABC Sport alongside SABC's 19 radio stations on Openview. This would join the existing SABC 1-3 channels with more expansion plans said to be underway with the inclusion two new channels.

These channels were non-exclusive brands meaning it could as well be distributed on SABC's DTT or MultiChoice's DStv platform with plans to spread the existing lineup from SABC 1-3 on these channels. At the time, the SABC had stated that when these channels would get enough exposure that new content could be curated specifically for them.

Similar to what we've seen with SABC's DTT channels, this content will likely be allocated on SABC 1-3 cause with more exposure means more advertising income. Although Ouma Sarie was able to pull 1.8 million viewers on e.tv that's not the case with eExtra as it's estimated to be under 500000.

These new channels had been in development hell for 3 years which means they could have been working on some ideas and that's where it's stands. Often when something is in development hell it's likely to get the axe look what happened to BBC UKTV's launch on Openview that went to DStv and consumers are reliant on SABC 3 for their offering.

Let's remember, SABC had continued adding further channels SABC Lehae and SABC Variety maybe one or both of those could be something they were looking to include on Openview. Then something behind the scenes happened with either eMedia Investments or the SABC which led to its cancellation or delay.

They are technically insolvent and need funding in order for these channels to survive. At this stage, they wouldn't really launch channels without knowing they'd be compensated in some capacity. 

Another possible outcome would be structure of this deal, when SABC Encore was distributed on MultiChoice's DStv what happened there was that SABC had a deadline (missed it) but eventually launched with the money coming from MultiChoice. Could the same have been outlined with eMedia Investments agreement with SABC?

This is a non exclusive deal unlike that of SABC Encore so SABC could have benefitted from this as there was no given timeframe by eMedia Investments on when these channels would go live. Probably because the payments eMedia Investments had given to SABC Sport matched that of SABC 1-3.

This means that SABC would be the one covering most of the costs for these channels cause with the financial constraints of eMedia Investments there's no way they could fund all 19 radio stations. This is the reason you don't get SABC News much less eNCA on those platforms due to constraints in livelihood.

ID Presents Its Third Annual No Excuse for Abuse Campaign Featuring the Premiere of Chris Brown: A History of Violence

This November, Investigation Discovery (ID) proudly presents the third year of its impactful NO EXCUSE FOR ABUSE campaign in partnership with NO MORE.

 

The NO EXCUSE FOR ABUSE campaign underscores ID’s unwavering commitment to shedding light on the multifaceted and complex dynamics of intimate partner violence. This is achieved through resources, programming initiatives, and an in-depth exploration of the issue with the premiere of CHRIS BROWN: A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE, premiering in Africa on Friday, 8 November 2024 @ 21h00 on ID on DStv channel 171.

 

Chris Brown has been praised for his innovation and immense talent since he burst onto the music scene. However, in 2009, the world was exposed to a much darker side of the pop star when he made headlines for assaulting his then-girlfriend, Rihanna. This arrest put a spotlight on Brown and his adult life, which has involved multiple violent incidents, including intimate partner violence, assault charges, and even sexual assault allegations. CHRIS BROWN: A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE charts Chris Brown’s past all the way back to his troubled childhood, explores the lasting impact of the cycle of abuse, and poses the question: how does a man with such a violent public record maintain his superstar status? With expert and cultural commentary layered throughout, the documentary provides thoughtful reflections on each survivor’s experience and the psychological destruction left in the aftermath of their abuse.

 

Sunny Hostin, The View co-host and four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist will host a dedicated conversation immediately following the documentary about intimate partner violence. The special will expand on the discussion about domestic violence, providing guidance on recognising signs of abuse, information on where to find help, and insights on violence prevention from a roundtable of leading experts and advocates, including NO MORE’s co-founder Jane Randel.

 

“Throughout my career, I have always prioritised being a fierce defender of women and children,” said Sunny Hostin. “Domestic violence is a very close, personal issue to me as I reflect on my past as a prosecutor of these types of cases and in my role as a mother and public figure whose actions inform and help shape the next generation. This issue is a prevalent epidemic which knows no socio-economic boundaries, so I am dedicated to expanding and continuing this crucial conversation. The more we know, the better we can help advocate for change as a society.”

 

“ID is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through its programming and campaigns. Our annual No Excuse for Abuse campaign amplifies this message, providing resources to show survivors and their loved ones that they are not alone and that help is available,” said Jason Sarlanis, President of ID. “In our third year, we are creating impactful content and collaborating with champions like Sunny Hostin, who brings her expertise and passion to lead thoughtful and nuanced discussions on domestic violence.”