Bravo Africa Brings Reality TV To South Africa As It Replaces E! Africa After 21 Years In October On DStv

Fans of reality TV in South Africa are in for a treat. NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-To-Consumer announced today that Bravo Africa will officially launch on 7 October 2025, replacing E! Africa and delivering DStv subscribers a premium selection of reality programming that promises drama, laughs, and unmissable moments.

A Global Brand Comes Home

Bravo, NBCUniversal’s globally renowned hub for unscripted entertainment, is now expanding its footprint across Africa. Already available in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the brand is known for driving cultural conversations through a mix of bold, witty, and engaging content that spans lifestyles, relationships, and high-stakes drama.

A Rebrand Packed With Hits

The rebranded channel promises more Bravo content than ever before, including the return of Dating #NoFilter South Africa and the exclusive territory premiere of The Real Housewives of London. Viewers can also look forward to fan favourites like The Real Housewives of Atlanta, DC, and Salt Lake City; the Below Deck franchise; Married to Medicine; Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen; and Botched: Plastic Surgery Rewind.

“We’re excited to launch Bravo Africa and give our audiences more of the hit global franchises they love,” said Hendrik McDermott, MD, Hayu, EMEA Networks & International Direct-To-Consumer, NBCUniversal. “This rebrand builds on E! Africa’s success and ensures viewers now have access to an even wider range of exclusive reality content.”

Byron du Plessis, CEO of MultiChoice South Africa, added: “DStv subscribers who love reality programming are in for a real treat. Bravo Africa will be available down to DStv Access, enhancing the value of our packages and bringing top-tier content to even more homes.”

New Seasons You Can’t Miss
Dating No Filter

Dating #NoFilter South Africa – Season 2
Returning on Saturday, 11 October at 18:00, this hilarious series features comedians providing real-time commentary as singles dive into blind dates across South Africa. With cringeworthy chemistry, unexpected sparks, and outrageous icebreakers, Season 2 promises fresh faces, wild twists, and the quick-witted humor that made Season 1 a hit.

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The Real Housewives of London
Premieres Sunday, 12 October at 19:00. Follow six bold and stylish women navigating life, legacy, and loyalty across London’s most prestigious postcodes. From lavish parties to Scottish castle getaways, their ambitions, friendships, and designer drama are on full display. Meet Juliet Angus, Amanda Cronin, Karen Loderick-Peace, Juliet Mayhew, Panthea Parker, and Nessie Welschinger in a series that blends glamour and grit.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City – Season 2
On Monday, 20 October at 17:15, the Salt Lake City Housewives return with cracks in friendships, explosive confrontations, and dramatic new alliances. This season brings back fan favourites alongside newcomer Jennie Nguyen, ensuring the drama—and the tea—flows in full force.

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Married to Medicine: Atlanta – Seasons 4 and 5
From Thursday, 9 October, at 18:10, follow Atlanta’s elite medical circle as they juggle careers, marriages, and personal ambitions. Newcomer Genise Shelton shakes things up while longstanding tensions and business ventures collide, proving life in medicine is anything but clinical.

Bravo Africa will be available on DStv channel 124 and on DStv Access. 

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