April 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC, Food Network, HGTV And Travel Channel Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Coming From America | Returning Shows Including Beat Bobby Flay | More

Discovery

Filthy Fortunes S1

BRAND NEW

In a modern-day treasure hunt, Matt "King of Hoards" Paxton travels the country searching for rare, big-ticket items hidden in cluttered, filthy homes. It's a race to strike paydirt as Matt cleans out the properties, selling his finds for big dollars.

First TX: 3 April

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 22 May

Earth Day

STUNT

It’s time to face the wrath of mother nature.

This marathon features curated episodes from top shows including:

• Deadliest Catch

• Homestead Rescue

• In the Eye of the Storm

• Marooned with Ed Stafford

First TX: 22 April

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 18:20

Last TX: 22 April

Walking With Elephants

NEW TO CHANNEL

In Botswana, Lev Wood follows the world's largest elephant migration.

First TX: 16 April

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 20:05

Last TX: 30 April

Returning shows include Texas Metal S5 on 27 April at 21:00, Opal Hunters Red Dirt Road Trip S2 on 8 April at 21:00 and Hoarding: Buried Alive S5 on 10 April at 21:55.

TLC 

Coming from America S1

BRAND NEW

Four African American families pack up all their belongings, risking everything to move to the new land of opportunity: Africa. Enticed by their ancestral roots, these families travel 5000 miles to find love, jobs and a better life. First - they'll have to survive the inevitable culture shock - but if they can endure the first 60 days, their lives could be changed forever.

South Africa:

First TX: 2 April

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

*TX Time on 30 April: 22:00

Last TX: 7 May

Africa:

First TX: 2 April

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:50

*TX Time (30 April): 22:40

Last TX: 7 May

Big Crazy Family Adventure S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

The Kirkby families treks from British Columbia to a remote monastery in the Himalayas by container ship, train, donkey, bike and their own feet.

South Africa:

First TX: 7 April

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 2 June

Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

South Africa:

First TX: 20 April

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 19:05

Last TX: 25 May

Africa:

First TX: 13 April

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 19:00

Last TX: 25 May

Returning shows include The Bad Skin Clinic S7 on 25 April at 21:00 in South Africa and Toddlers & Tiaras S2 on 27 April at 21:50.

HGTV

Betting on Paradise S1

BRAND NEW

A brave couple follows their dreams and gambles

everything to transform a shabby Costa Rican motel

into a luxurious tropical oasis.

First TX: 19 April

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 24 May

Returning shows include Renovation Aloha S2 on 8 April at 21:00, Fixer To Fabulous S6 on 30 April at 21:00, Island Life S17 on 13 April at 22:00 and House Hunters International S196 & S197 on 7 April at 20:35.

Food Network 

Returning shows include Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives S39 on 8 April at 16:05, Beat Bobby Flay S37 on 14 April at 16:05, Kids Baking Championship S13 on 25 April at 16:05 and Guy's Grocery Games S33 (All-Star) on 27 April at 17:00.

Travel Channel

Who Killed Billy The Kid: A Mysteries At The

Museum Special

New Special

Don Wildman investigates the mysterious death of Billy the Kid.

First TX: 3 April

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: 3 April

The Haunted S1

New Show

Pet owners recount their animals' chilling experiences with the paranormal.

First TX: 10 April

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 22:05

Last TX: 21 August

Returning shows include House Hunters International S118 & 119 on 8 April at 06:00.

March 2025 On Discovery Channel And TLC Across Africa | Channel Premiere: The Baldwins | Returning Shows Including Naked And Afraid | More

Discovery Channel 

Body Cam S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Body Cam captures the up-close and dangerous world of America's police officers.

First TX: 4 March

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 6 May

Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic S1

BRAND NEW

Mechanic Ant Anstead restores cars and a rundown farmhouse for his parents.

First TX: 14 March

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 2 May

Shed And Buried: Classic Cars S1

BRAND NEW

Henry Cole and Fuzz Townsend are back on the road, but this time they’re looking for iconic vintage vehicles to restore and sell for a tidy profit.

First TX: 7 March

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 25 April

Returning shows include Naked And Afraid S11 on 26 March at 21:55.

TLC 

The Baldwins S1

BRAND NEW

Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have been making headlines since they were married nearly 10 years ago. In this TLC follow-doc series, Alec and Hilaria invite viewers into the homes they share with their seven growing kids. For the first time, they're opening up their family lives and bringing everyone in to join the nonstop love, laughter and drama.

South Africa:

First TX: 24 March

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 12 May

Africa:

First TX: 1 March

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 19 April

Louder: The Soundtrack of Change

BRAND NEW DOCUMENTARY

A journey across generations, eras and genres, anchored by female musical icons, from Producers Selena Gomez and Stacey Abrams. 

South Africa:

First TX: 8 March

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 8 March

X Trillion

NEW TO CHANNEL

*Part of International Women's Day stunt*

A crew of women embark on a voyage across the North Pacific Ocean to examine the crisis of plastic pollution in one of the world's remote places.

Sub-Saharan Africa:

First TX: 8 March

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 19:45 WAT/18:35 CAT

Last TX: 8 March

Toddlers & Tiaras S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Girls and boys across the country light up the stage to impress the judges for big crowns, big titles, and lots of cash. 

Africa:

First TX: 2 March

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 27 April

Returning shows in South Africa include 90 Day Fiancé S11 on 6 March at 20:00 and The Curious Case of Natalia Grace S3: The Final Chapter on 21 March at 22:00. Returning shows in the rest of Africa include Body Bizarre S8 on 13 March at 21:00 and 7 Little Johnstons S9 on 31 March at 21:00.

February 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC And HGTV Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Into The Jungle With Ed Stafford | Returning Shows Including Body Bizarre | More

Discovery 

Into the Jungle with Ed Stafford S1

BRAND NEW

First TX: 19 February

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 26 March

Explorer and former British Army captain Ed Stafford

sets up an extreme survival school that will put

struggling modern dads and their children through

the toughest challenges.

Harpoon Hunters S1

BRAND NEW

First TX: 10 February

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 7 April

Off the shores of Cape Cod, generations of harpoon

fishermen made their living with nothing but a fast

boat, strong arm, and nerves of steel. Today, only a

handful of locals continue the centuries-old tradition, and their bounty is bluefin tuna.

Returning shows include Homestead Rescue S6A on 6 February at 21:00, Mystery At Blind Frog Ranch S4 on 15 February at 21:00.

TLC 

Taylor Swift vs Scooter Braun: Bad Blood

NEW SPECIAL

The $300M feud between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun made headlines. But is Taylor Swift standing up for artistry and fighting the misogyny, or has Scooter Braun been unfairly framed for what was just a business deal?

South Africa:

First TX: 23 February

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 2 March

Chris Brown: A History Of Violence

SPECIAL (NEW TO CHANNEL)

After an infamous assault, Chris Brown has managed a musical comeback, but a growing list of sexual assault allegations raises alarms. For the first time, an alleged victim speaks out, and experts delve into the surrounding issues of domestic violence.

South Africa:

First TX: 23 February

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 23 February

Africa:

First TX: 23 February

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:50

Last TX: 23 February

Returning shows in South Africa include Body Bizarre S8 on 14 February at 21:00 and 1000-lb Best Friends S3 on 4 February at 21:00 with The Family Chantel S3 on 1 February at 21:50 and My 600-LB Life S10C on 21 February at 21:00 in the rest of Africa.

HGTV

Breaking New Ground S1

BRAND NEW

Robert Hartwell takes on the challenge of transforming a 200-year-old house with a complicated history into a home filled with love. It's a renovation story that celebrates the resilience of

Robert's journey, as well as those who came before

him.

First TX: 4 February

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 25 February

Flipping Out With My Dad S1

BRAND NEW

Designer Kristyn Patterson and her contractor father,

Pancho, aim to revitalize the neglected neighborhoods of Detroit. With six newly purchased properties in the same historic district, this duo looks to give these dilapidated homes a second chance.

First TX: 7 February

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 7 February

Returning shows include My Lottery Dream Home S17 on 17 February at 21:00.

January 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV And Food Network Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Marooned With Ed Stafford | Returning Shows Including Guy's Ranch Kitchen | More

Discovery Channel 

Marooned with Ed Stafford S1

BRAND NEW

First TX: 8 January

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 12 February

Ed Stafford pushes his survival limits as he strives to thrive in some of the worlds' toughest environments without food, water, or tools of any kind. Two episodes are filmed in Namibia (specifically the Erongo Mountains & Cuando/Kwando river).

High Speed Chase S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

First TX: 21 January

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 25 February

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.

Returning shows include Ghost Adventures: House Calls S2A on 11 January at 21:55.

TLC

The Culpo Sisters S1 (Africa)

NEW SHOW

First TX: 21 January

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 25 February

Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo and her sisters, Aurora and Sophia, take on social media stardom while dealing with relationship snafus, family mischief and constant advice from millions of followers.

Returning shows include 90 Day: The Last Resort S2 on 8 January at 21:00 across Africa and at 20:00 in South Africa with other developments for TLC SA include My 600-LB Life S10C on 25 January at 21:00 and Dr Pimple Popper: This is Zit S5 on 3 January at 20:00?

HGTV

Buying the Beach S1

NEW SHOW

First TX: 25 January

TX Day: Saturday & Sunday

TX Time: 12:00

Last TX: 2 February

Life on the beach can be paradise, and that’s what

these homebuyers want. From small bungalows to

private islands, the search is on for properties on

some of the most beautiful beaches around the

country.

Returning shows include Christina In the Country S2 on 23 January at 21:00, Lakefront Bargain Hunt S12 on 19 January at 22:00.

Food Network

Returning shows include Beat Bobby Flay S35 on 6 January at 16:05, Chopped S59 on 15 January at 16:05, Guy's Grocery Games S32 on 26 January at 17:00 and Guy's Ranch Kitchen S7 on 26 January at 16:05.

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.

October 2024 On Discovery Channel, TLC And HGTV Across Africa | Channel Premieres Including The Face Doctor And The Great Antiques | Returning Shows Including I Love A Mama's Boy | More

Discovery Channel 

The Great Antiques Challenge S1

BRAND NEW

Six antiques dealers go head-to-head to find the perfect pieces for homeowners and small businesses. Hunting down items from across the country to fulfil the clients brief, the dealers will display their finds for the client to choose from. But will any of them hit the mark and will the winning

dealer manage to make any profit?

First TX: 10 October

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 28 November

Returning Shows including Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing S2 which premieres 30 October at 21:55.

TLC South Africa 

Doctober SPECIAL

Doctors are once again taking over TLC South Africa with a special programming event. The second edition of this medical-themed TV stunt will feature a lineup of compelling content, including highlights like 'Face Doctors' and 'Botched Bariatrics'. Tune in for a month full of fascinating medical stories and expert insights.

South Africa:

First TX: 1 October

TX Day: Monday - Saturday

TX Time: 19:00

Last TX: 31 October

The Face Doctors S1

NEW SHOW

From devastating medical conditions to trauma and illness, this series follows patients as they undergo life-changing surgery and cutting-edge treatment to rebuild their faces. A specialist team of surgeons and prosthetists work together to change lives.

South Africa:

First TX: 4 October

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 22 November

Botched Bariatrics S1

NEW SHOW

Follow the journey of patients whose worlds have been turned upside down after a failed bariatric surgery and the work of the doctors who help them get their lives back.

South Africa:

First TX: 5 October

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 19 October

Returning shows include I Love A Mama's Boy S4 which premieres 15 October at 20:00.

TLC Africa

The Face Doctors S1

NEW SHOW

Africa:

First TX: 18 October

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 6 December

HGTV

Scariest House in America S1

NEW SHOW

Actress and comedian Retta travels to homes in various U.S. regions, including the Spooky South,

Nightmare Northeast and Mysterious Midwest, where she tours terrifying properties that owners say are haunted by scary stories and hair-raising sights. The home deemed the "scariest" of them all will get a renovation revival by designer Alison Victoria.

First TX: 10 October

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 31 October

House Hunters International: Africa

SPECIAL

This spin-off of the wildly popular HGTV House

Hunters goes around the globe. Home hunters and

their realtors check out all sorts of architectural

styles and work through the quirks of buying real estate in other countries.

First TX: 6 October

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 8 December

100 Day Hotel Challenge S1

NEW SHOW

After their remodel of the Sunburst Inn, Brian and

Mika Kleinschmidt are on a mission to save two more mom and pop hotels, and they're making it a

competition! With the help of talented teammates,

$225,000 each and just 100 days, may the best hotel

win!

First TX: 22 October

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 26 November

We Bought a Funeral Home S1

NEW SHOW

From bats to a slew of haunting surprises, the Blumberg family transforms an eerie 1800s Victorian funeral parlor into a weird and wonderful dream home, and it has them wondering if they're alone on this renovation adventure.

First TX: 3 October

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 31 October

Returning shows include Unsellable Houses S5 which premieres 20 October at 21:00 and Farmhouse Fixer S3 which premieres 9 October at 22:00.

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

Get Ready To Dive Deep With Discovery Shark Week 2024 – Featuring South African Shark Experts!

The wait is over! Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, the longest-running and most anticipated TV event in history, returns to South Africa on Monday, 15 July, on Discovery Channel Africa (DStv channel 121). Hosted by the one and only John Cena, this year promises groundbreaking discoveries, thrilling encounters, and a spotlight on South Africa's very own shark experts.

 

Local Heroes Making Waves:

This Shark Week, we journey alongside South African heroes who are not just making waves, but also dedicating their lives to shark conservation and research, showcasing their unwavering dedication and inspiring commitment.

 

Join Zandile Ndhlovu, South Africa’s Black Mermaid in Monster Hammerheads: Species X, premiering Tuesday, 16 July at 18:10 CAT, as she dives with Dr Austin Gallagher in the Turks and Caicos, investigating a potentially new species of aggressive Hammerhead sharks. Zandile also joins Dr Gallagher’s team in Belly of the Beast: Bigger and Bloodier on Sunday, 21 July at 17:15 CAT where they study massive great whites in New Zealand.

"Joining Monster Hammerheads: Species X was an incredible opportunity to combine my passion for freediving and showcasing the beauty and diversity of sharks," says Zandile, South Africa’s first Black female freediving instructor and founder of the Black Mermaid Foundation. "I hope to inspire others, especially young girls from underrepresented communities, to connect with the ocean and become advocates for its protection."

 

In 6000-LB. Shark, premiering on Saturday, 20 July at 18:10 CAT, Leigh de Necker, Marine Biologist, teams up with Tom "The Blowfish" Hird to track down massive Great White Sharks off the coast of New Zealand, using cutting-edge science to weigh them and analyse their diet.

"Filming 6,000-LB Shark for Discovery Shark Week 2024 in New Zealand was truly one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life," says Leigh. "To witness these magnificent creatures in their element, surrounded by five, six, even seven at a time, was awe-inspiring. These weren't just any sharks; we're talking chunky animals between 3.5 and 5.5 meters in size! My marine biologist brain was in overdrive! Why were there so many sharks? Why were some so large? What were they feeding on? Could any be our South African sharks? This experience has deepened my fascination with these incredible creatures and fuelled my passion for their conservation."

 

Witness groundbreaking research in Great White Danger Zone on Monday, 15 July, at 17:15 CAT, as Dr Alison Towner, Shark Scientist, and her team investigate a new Great White hotspot off the South African coast, uncovering unusual behaviours in these apex predators.

"Southern African white sharks are currently a subject of intense mystery. Human activities and killer whale predation have drastically shifted their habitat use in this region. Great White Danger Zone investigates how white sharks are adapting to these changes at the southern tip of Africa,” commented Dr Alison. “It also provided an opportunity for me to collaborate again with Dr Oliver Jewell from the University of Western Australia, with whom I spent over 800 hours tracking white sharks around Gansbaai, in the Western Cape, in the decade before these ecological shifts occurred. This work underscores the urgent need for resources to support white shark research in this region, as these displacements redefine our global understanding of coastal ecosystems, particularly when apex predators vanish."

 

Celebrating 20 Years of Shark Conservation:

In 1991, South Africa became the first country to protect great white sharks. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Shark Spotters are a pioneering organisation dedicated to shark conservation, research, and education in South Africa. Their innovative and sustainable approach to reducing human-shark conflict has gained global attention and evolved to uncover key insights into the movements and behaviour of white sharks alongside researchers, including Dr Alison Towner.

 

“As Shark Spotters celebrates its twentieth year, we recognise the excitement and wonder that sharks inspire in people, especially during Discovery Channel's Shark Week," says Sarah Waries, CEO of Shark Spotters. "Our work aims to ensure the sustainable coexistence of people and sharks in our oceans, conserve these important animals, protect the marine environment, and create responsible ocean users. We look forward to sharing this with the world during Shark Week."

 

Don't Miss a Moment of the Action:

In addition to the programmes featuring local South African shark experts, the highly anticipated annual week-long celebration of sharks will include the next chapter of the hit show Belly of the Beast, which offers a fascinating look at a Great White shark feeding frenzy, and Deadliest Bite, which delves deep into how a shark’s jaws and teeth deliver lethal attacks! Shark Week starts Monday, 15 July, on Discovery Channel Africa (DStv channel 121).

Celebrate World Oceans Day with Discovery Channel’s Premiere of ‘X Trillion’

In honour of World Oceans Day on June 8th, Discovery Channel Africa is proud to present the premiere of X Trillion, a compelling documentary highlighting the urgent issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. This special screening will take place on Discovery Channel Africa on Saturday, 8 June, at 18:00 CAT.

 

X Trillion follows the extraordinary journey of eXXpedition’s all-women crew, led by the inspiring skipper and ocean advocate Emily Penn. The 14-member team, comprising scientists, sailors, designers, engineers, and teachers, embarks on a challenging 3,000-mile voyage across the North Pacific Ocean. Their mission is to conduct groundbreaking research on microplastics and bring attention to the pervasive plastic pollution crisis in one of the most remote regions on Earth.

 

The film captures the crew's month-long expedition, navigating through the planet's densest accumulation of ocean plastic. Facing high seas, storms, and sea sickness, these dedicated women leave their families and homes behind to confront one of our time's most pressing environmental challenges. Under Emily Penn’s leadership, the team explores the environmental and toxic chemical impacts of microplastics, including their potential effects on pregnancy and future generations.

 

Celebrate World Oceans Day by exploring the unseen impacts of microplastics and the incredible efforts of these women to protect our oceans for future generations.

May 2024 On Discovery Channel And HGTV Across Africa | New Series Alert: Crime Gone Viral And Wild And Weird America | Returning Shows Including Down Home Fab | More

Discovery Channel 

Crimes Gone Viral S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Gripping clips of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, and other crimes rack up millions of views, but the stories behind these crimes are often never told -- until now. This series takes viewers inside the most shocking crimes that went viral.

First TX: 28 May

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 20:55 & 21:25

Last TX: 6 Aug

Wheeler Dealers World Tour

BRAND NEW

After twenty years of iconic makeovers Mike and Elvis are back to take on their most ambitious projects yet and this time, they're going global. From the US, to Australia, Europe and the UK, Mike will track down a selection of vehicles that are iconic to each country, in need of some serious TLC, set up in a local garage and

leave it to Elvis and local mechanics to restore them to their former glory.

First TX: 31 May

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 2 Aug

Wild & Weird America S1

BRAND NEW

Watch uproarious real-life moments: backyard mishaps, car chaos, avalanche disasters, stunts, spills and thrills. It's an unforgettable rollercoaster of laughter caught on camera.

First TX: 18 May

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 20:55 & 21:25

Last TX: TBC

Border Control Spain S2

NEW SEASON

In Madrid's main airport, Madrid-Barajas, 5,000 security cameras help agents maintain security. Follow state security forces to discover how they monitor Spain's borders.

First TX: 14 May

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 20:00 & 20:30

Last TX: TBC

HGTV

Down Home Fab S2

BRAND NEW

Chelsea and Cole DeBoer navigate the most

challenging chapter of their lives as they create and build a design business and take on client

renovations, all while raising four young children.

First TX: 29 May

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 17 July

Fixer To Fabulous Italiano

BRAND NEW

In this new limited series we will embark on the

adventure of a lifetime as the Marrs and their family head to Italy to help some family friends renovate a historic home and turn it into the farmhouse they've always dreamed of!

First TX: 16 May

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 20 June

Rock the Block S5

NEW SEASON

Four teams of HGTV superstars return to the block to face-off in the ultimate home renovation competition. With identical starting waterfront homes and budgets, the team's house that appraises the highest at the end wins it all!

First TX: 4 May

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 15 June

Why The Heck Did I Buy This House? S2

NEW SEASON

Designer and renovator Kim Wolfe comes to the

rescue of homeowners feeling major buyer's remorse. This former Survivor winner and mom of three uses her expert skills to reinvent lifeless spaces and make homeowners finally fall in love with their home.

First TX: 22 May

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 10 July

April 2024 On Discovery Channel Across Africa | New Series Alert Including Gold Rush: America’s Backyard Gold And Road Rage | Returning Shows Including Street Outlaws | More

Gold Rush: America’s Backyard Gold S1

BRAND NEW

There's an estimated $2 trillion in gold still

waiting to be found, with thousands of miners in pursuit...hoping to strike it rich. But where is all that gold? Dave Turin is using years of experience as a master prospector to traverse rarely-explored gold regions to unlock the potential of hidden family legacies.

First TX: 1 April

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 20 May

Road Rage S1

BRAND NEW

A half hour program featuring four or five real-life, caught-on-camera road rage incidents. Each episode features multiple interviews from victims or witnesses from these harrowing events. Powerful narration accompanies edge-of-your-seat music to set a fast-paced tone. Graphics are used to enhance and clarify each segment.

First TX: 2 April

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 20:55 & 21:25

Last TX: 23 April

Kindig Customs S10

NEW SEASON

Dave Kindig, owner and operator of Kindig-It Design, turns out one-of-a-kind vehicles for his demanding (and sometimes famous) clientele. Working on all types and periods of cars, we'll see them rendered, designed, built, and restored from the ground up.

First TX: 19 April

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 28 June

Salvage Hunters: The Restorers S6B

NEW SEASON

Skilled craftspeople are bringing Drew Pritchard's antique finds back to life. With demanding customers and high turnover, their hard work turns trash into treasure.

First TX: 6 April

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 18 May

Big Little Brawlers S1

BRAND NEW

This series follows a group of extraordinary athletes in one of the world's most

successful wrestling leagues. Against all odds, they strive to achieve their dreams in the ring and struggle to be the best they can be for their family out of it.

First TX: 6 April

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 11 May

Street Outlaws: Mega Cash Days S2

NEW SEASON

Cash Days gets supersized! Sixty-four of the fastest street racers in the country converge on one road to race off for a giant prize pool.

First TX: 14 April

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 2 June

Beneath The Surface: The Fight For Corals

BRAND NEW

The Coral Reefs of our oceans are the backbone of the planet's entire ecosystem on which humans survive. This film will hero the coral through the lens of the undiscovered reefs of the Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastline and the staggering, unique biodiversity it supports.

First TX: 22 April

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 17:00

Repeats (subject to change):

27 April at 08:18

28 April at 13:50

News Shorts: Moonbug To Create New Animated Series Based On VeeFriends Franchise And America's Backyard Gold Debuts On Discovery Channel In April Alongside New Season Of Hier Sit Die Manne

Moonbug & VaynerWatt to co-create animated series

The companies have struck a strategic partnership deal and will work together to create a 2D-animated series for kids aged 6-11 called VeeFriends, which is based on Vaynerchuk’s existing kids franchise of the same name. It will launch on YouTube in September, with Candle Media-owned Moonbug and VaynerWatt both attached.

The series will be set in the VeeFriends universe, which features a collection of larger-than-life VeeFriends characters such as Gratitude Gorilla, Quick Quail and Clever Crocodile who will compete in the VeeDome, the “ultimate over-the-top challenge arena, to battle out the biggest issues facing tweendom today.” Every character who goes into the VeeDome comes out “a little stronger and a lot more self-aware.”

Dave Turin is coming to Discovery 

Embark on an unprecedented journey with master miner Dave Turin as he unlocks the secrets to $3 trillion worth of undiscovered gold in the brand-new series, America’s Backyard Gold, premiering on Discovery Channel on Monday, 1 April @ 20:55 CAT.

In the midst of recent storms and floods unearthing fresh deposits across the United States, the age-old pursuit of gold hunting has never been more opportune, intensifying the race to strike it rich. Renowned prospector Dave Turin guides viewers from the rugged Dakotas to sun-drenched Georgia plains and majestic Montana peaks to California's sun-kissed shores in a quest for hidden family legacies and life-changing fortunes. In America’s Backyard Gold, modern miners discover the treasure lies not in heavy equipment or costly investments but in knowing where and how to look.

Produced by Raw TV for Discovery Channel, the series captivates with its gripping narrative, stunning landscapes, and the promise of untold riches.

Hier Sit Die Manne returns with a season 4

A male-interest talk show hosted by Frank Rautenbach. In each episode Frank interviews a guest who is relevant to the market. Additional inserts will focus on popular male interests such as cars, fishing, hunting, investing, travel, rugby, and more.

Frank Rautenbach is a South African director, actor, author, and producer who has worked widely in both film and television. He has appeared in several popular South African films and TV shows, such as The Bang Bang Club and Faith like Potatoes.

The series will air every Saturday at 17:30 from 6 April.

Reminder: Survival in the Wild: Naked and Afraid Ventures into South Africa for Riveting Season Premiere on Discovery Channel Africa on 27 March @ 20:55 CAT

Discovery Channel is set to captivate South African audiences as the highly anticipated Season 17 of Naked and Afraid makes its debut on Wednesday, 27 March @ 20:55 CAT. This thrilling season kicks off in the picturesque landscapes of South Africa before challenging contestants in the wild terrains of Colombia.

In the premiere episode, viewers will witness the gripping tale of a hunter and a farmer as they join forces to tackle the unforgiving wilderness of South Africa. Battling against elusive wildlife and harsh conditions, these brave survivalists must push themselves to the limit as they strive to endure 21 gruelling days without the comforts of modern civilisation.

A significant portion of the adventure unfolds in South Africa, showcasing the region's rugged beauty and formidable challenges. From traversing the Black Hills of the Northern Cape to facing off against deadly predators like man-eating crocodiles, lions, and poisonous snakes, the contestants must confront South Africa’s nature's raw brutality with every step they take.

The season also features captivating storylines, including the return of veteran survivalists mentoring newcomers in an all-women tribe's challenge in Colombia, armchair survivalists attempting a 14-day fan challenge, and a survivalist coping with menstruation in the heart of the African bush.

The gripping new season of Naked and Afraid will premiere on Discovery Channel Africa on 27 March at 20:55 CAT. New episodes air every Wednesday.

March 2024 On Discovery Channel, HGTV And Travel Channel Across Africa | New Series Alert: Exposed: Naked Crimes | Returning Shows Including Rico The Rescue And Gold Rush: White Water | More

Discovery Channel

Exposed: Naked Crimes S1

BRAND NEW

Get up close and personal with the most exposed offenders ever caught on camera. Witnesses and police share the inside stories of dangerous crimes committed totally naked. From burglaries in the buff to nude DUIs, these lawbreakers let it all hang out.

First TX: 5 March 

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 20:55 & 21:25

Last TX: 26 March

Roadworthy Rescues S2

NEW SEASON

Derek Bieri takes old cars from non- running derelicts to renovated transformations. He seeks out abandoned cars where they lie dormant and gets them running again. Along the way, Derek shares the cars' history, who they were originally intended for and why they're still relevant, all told with his clever wit and timely humor.

First TX: 8 March 

TX Day: Friday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 24 May

Gold Rush: White Water S7

NEW SEASON

Gold miners Dakota Fred and his son Dustin are determined to make a fortune no matter the risk. But to find the big gold payout, they'll put their lives on the line by diving deep beneath the raging waters of one of Alaska's wildest creeks.

First TX: 25 March 

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 3 June

HGTV

Rico to the Rescue S2

NEW SEASON

Follow contractor Rico Leon as he resolves conflicts

between emotionally and financially stressed

homeowners and their builders to turn renovation

and construction nightmares into dream homes.

First TX: 2 March 

TX Day: Saturday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 27 April

Home Town S7B

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: 12 March 

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 16 April

Celebrity IOU S3

NEW SEASON

Hollywood A-listers express their deep gratitude to

people who have impacted their lives by surprising

them with home renovations. The celebrities get

hands-on with Drew and Jonathan Scott to imagine a

design plan and create beautifully customized

spaces.

First TX: 25 March 

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 22 April

Travel Channel

Expedition Bigfoot S4

New Season

For the first time in history, an elite team of investigators use an advanced data algorithm to analyze five decades of Bigfoot sightings to pinpoint when and where to encounter the elusive beast. Armed with the results and state-of-the- art technology, they journey deep into the unforgiving North American wilderness to prove once and for all that Bigfoot is real.

First TX: 17 March 

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 21:10

February 2024 On Discovery Channel And Investigation Discovery Across Africa | New Series Alert: Holden Bros. Restos And Seduced To Play | Returning Shows Including Real Time Crime | More

Discovery Channel

Holden Bros. Restos S1

BRAND NEW

In the hill country of Central Texas outside of San Antonio, two brothers set out to face a new challenge as far as car builders go. Willie and Stephen Holden are building cars on a budget, $25,000 to be exact. In each episode, they'll find a car for $5K and use the rest to transform it into a cool ride any gearhead would want.

First TX: 9 Feb

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 12 April

Hustlers Gamblers Crooks S1

BRAND NEW

Hustlers Gamblers Crooks chronicles - the amazing true stories of the biggest and craziest gambling and sports-betting wins, losses & cheats of all time.

First TX: 17 Feb

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 23 March

Ghost Adventures: House Calls S1 

BRAND NEW

Zak Bagans and the Ghost Adventures team investigate the haunted homes of everyday people who are living in terror with nowhere else to turn. After reviewing a homeowner's call for help, Zak sends his crew to the residence to document unexplained activity and offer advice on dealing with unwanted paranormal guests.

First TX: 1 Feb

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 21 March

Border Control Sweden S1

BRAND NEW

The security and customs services at the border of Sweden are on constant watch to stop illegal items entering the country. It’s their job to detect crime.

First TX: 6 Feb

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 7 May

Investigation Discovery

Seduced to Slay S1

BRAND NEW

It takes a certain kind of person to convince another to commit murder. In many cases, it’s a seducer - someone who can manipulate the person who loves them into killing for them. They’ll offer love, sex, money, or just plain lie to get what they want.

First TX: 2 Feb

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 23 Feb

Real Time Crime S2A

NEW SEASON

Police and communities have a new weapon in the fight against crime. Across America, Real Time Crime Centers use surveillance cameras, tracking systems and gunshot detectors to solve crimes and bring criminals to justice. These are their stories.

First TX: 14 Feb

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 Feb

Evil Lives Here: Shadows of Death S3B

NEW SEASON

Evil Lives Here: Shadows of Death reveals how the impact of a crime changes people, and what follows that life-changing event. Anchored by intimate POV interviews, this original series explores how a crime forever alters the lives of those involved.

First TX: 20 Feb

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: TBC

January 2024 On Discovery Channel And TLC Across Africa | New Series Alert: Downey's Dream Cars And Busted! | Returning Shows Including Dr. Pimple Popper And 90 Day: The Single Life | More

Discovery Channel

Homestead Rescue S5B

NEW SEASON

Marty, Matt and Misty Raney use their building, farming and hunting expertise to help people who strive to live off the grid.

First TX: 3 Jan

TX Day: Wednesday TX Time: 20:00 Last TX: 31 Jan

Downey’s Dream Cars

BRAND NEW

Robert Downey Jr. loves restoring classic cars, but he's also dedicated to fighting climate change. So he's bringing his beloved old cars into the future, making them faster, more powerful and yes -- more efficient -- while keeping their souls intact.

First TX: 26 Jan TX Day: Friday TX Time: 20:00 Last TX: 1 March

Busted!

BRAND NEW

iPhones, dash cams, security cameras, and news crews, this high stakes series is storytelling in its rawest form featuring a series of thrilling caught in the act moments from those that lived it and those that thought quickly to record it.

First TX: 13 Jan TX Day: Saturday TX Time: 20:55 Last TX: TBC

TLC 

1000lb Sisters S4B

NEW SEASON

The Slaton sisters who weigh around 1,000 pounds together showcase their inspiring journey to lose weight and fulfil their dreams by leading a healthy life.

South Africa: First TX: 9 Jan TX Day: Tuesday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TB

Africa:

First TX: 9 Jan TX Day: Tuesday TX Time: 21:50 Last TX: TBC

90 Day: The Single Life S4

NEW SEASON

Six adults whose previous relationships have failed return to the dating scene and embark on a journey to find true love.

South Africa: First TX: 17 Jan TX Day: Wednesday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TBC

Africa:

First TX: 17 Jan

TX Day: Wednesday TX Time: 21:50 Last TX: TBC

Dr. Pimple Popper: Pop Ups S5

NEW SEASON

Sandra Lee joins The Doctors to share some of her favorite videos of popping pimples.

South Africa: First TX: 5 Jan TX Day: Friday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TBC

Africa:

First TX: 5 Jan TX Day: Friday TX Time: 21:50 Last TX: TBC

Gwyneth vs Terry The Ski Crash Trial

BRAND NEW

Follows the civil trial earlier this year that saw Gwyneth Paltrow sued by - and later counter-sue  Terry Sanders, after their collision on a Utah ski slope in 2016.

South Africa: First TX: 21 Jan TX Day: Sunday TX Time: 22:00 Last TX: 21 Jan

Peltz-Beckham vs Wedding Planners​

BRAND NEW

Nicola Peltz is depicted as a 'nightmare bride' in an upcoming documentary that explores her contentious clash with wedding planners involved in her extravagant 2022 nuptials.

South Africa: First TX: 28 Jan TX Day: Sunday TX Time: 22:00 Last TX: 28 Jan

What To Expect On Discovery Channel And TLC Across Africa In December 2023?

Discovery Channel

Salvage Hunters S17B

NEW SEASON

Drew Pritchard makes money from bits of buildings others don't want. Whether it's a historic chimney from a medieval manor or a glass conservatory dome from a Victorian folly, he spends life on the road searching for architectural treasures.

First TX: 2 Dec

TX Day: Saturdays 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 23 Dec

Outback Opal Hunters

S6B

NEW SEASON

Driven by the dream of striking it rich, several crews of fearless opal miners are on a mission to unearth a fortune in some of Australia’s harshest and remote landscapes.

First TX: 12 Dec 

TX Day: Tuesdays 

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 27 Feb 2024

Mystery at Blind Frog

Ranch S2

NEW SEASON

Texas wildcatter Duane Ollinger has sunk everything he has into hunting for a vast fortune of gold on his property in Utah. But the closer he gets to finding the treasure, the more the land seems to fight to hold onto it.

First TX: 7 Dec 

TX Day: Thursday 

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: TBC

Escape the Holidays

Craving a break from the holiday hustle and bustle? Starting on the 18th of December, viewers are invited to spend time with their favourite Discovery Channel shows, including fan favourites like Gold Rush, Wheeler Dealers, Homestead Rescue, and Deadliest Catch. The only stress is deciding which series to tune in to!

First TX: 18 Dec 

TX Day: TBC 

TX Time: TBC

Last TX: TBC

TLC SA/Both/ROA

Survive The Raft

BRAND NEW

Nine Americans with wildly diverse backgrounds and beliefs embark on a social experiment that will test whether their differences aside and work together for a chance to win life-changing money.

South Africa:

First TX: 4 December 

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 29 Jan 2024

The Curious Case of Natalia Grace

NEW TO CHANNEL

In this stranger-than-fiction series that turns expectations on its heads, we explore the question of whether Natalie Barnett is an exploited Ukrainian child with dwarfism or a dangerous adult masquerading as a child.

South Africa:

First TX: 12 December TX Day: Tuesday TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 16 Jan 2024

The Family Chantel S5

NEW SEASON

90 Day Fiance fan favourite Pedro and Chantel weather the ups and downs of marriage as they come together with their feisty extended family members in a uniquely modern family.

South Africa:

First TX: 7 December

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 22:00/21:50

Last TX: 11 Jan 2024

Me or the Menu

NEW TO CHANNEL

Set in the cutthroat world of the restaurant, four restauranteurs navigate the challenges of opening a restaurant with their significant other.

Africa:

First TX: 11 December

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 15 Jan 2024

Down Home Fab S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Chelsea and Cole DeBoer navigate the most challenging chapter of their lives as they build a design business all while raising their four children.

South Africa:

First TX: 18 December

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 22 Jan 2024

TLC CHRISTMAS

This holiday will be full of joy, warmth, family and love, and Christmas spirit. Celebrate Christmas with TLC

Christmas content strips

Monday - Friday throughout December

Key shows: 

Outdaughtered, Sister Wives, Cake Boss

Christmas content block from 23rd Dec - 25th Dec 

South Africa:

First TX: 1 December

TX Day: Monday-Friday

TX Time: 19:05/20:10

Last TX: TBC

Reminder: Discovery Cameras Venture Into Controversial Off-Grid Community For New Series The Garden: Commune Or Cult Premiering in Africa On Wednesday, 22 November At 20:00 CAT

An infamous off-grid community that went viral on social media for disturbing allegations is now the subject of a six-part limited series, THE GARDEN: COMMUNE OR CULT, arriving on Wednesday, 22 November at 20:00 CAT on Discovery Channel.

 

On 22 acres of backcountry land in the American South lies The Garden – a community that lives by its own laws, free from the pressures of modern society. They maintain an open-door policy to anyone seeking to join their ranks, but new people must submit to an initiation period. Some barely last a week, others are forced to leave, and a chosen few will call The Garden home for good. Questions continue to arise about the cult-like vibes of the controversial community, but this spring is different. Cameras have been granted unprecedented access to The Garden, documenting its spread to new locations deep in the Ozarks.

 

Founded as a cooperative, ‘leaderless’ community, The Garden could be viewed as a post-apocalyptic wonderland free of societal rules. However, when potential members arrive, they quickly realize there’s more than meets the eye. New initiates include Tyler, a veteran and self-described doomsday prepper; Tisheila, a truck driver survivalist; ‘Oak’, who wants to toughen up after years behind a desk; and Jessica, a former cheerleader looking to reconnect with nature. 

These newcomers have ten days to prove to The Garden that they have what it takes to be part of the community. Did they join a commune working towards a sustainable, off-grid way of life? Or have they just surrounded themselves with members of a mind-controlling cult?

 

Produced for Warner Bros. Discovery by Hot Snakes, The Garden: Commune or Cult airs on Discovery Channel from Friday, 22 November up to Monday, 25 December 2023.

Development Alert: StarTimes To Add Discovery Channel As A New Channel On The Platform, TLC And Investigation Discovery Relaunch On The Platform

After TNT was ripped away from StarTimes and StarSat customers across Africa in September, Warner Bros. Discovery and the pay-tv operator seem to a struck a new deal which would reinstate Investigation Discovery and also lead the additions of Discovery Channel and TLC.

Taking to account only Discovery Channel is the new addition while the latter Investigation Discovery and TLC had already been on the platform.

Discovery Channel is considered the male counterpart of TLC which pivots towards motors, speculative investigation and even wildlife. It features shows like Deadliest Catch, Shark Week, Naked And Afraid, Gold Rush, Mythbusters and Wheeler Dealers.

This is not only the male counterpart of TLC but the premium outtake of Discovery Family. Consumers are getting back the shows that were ripped away from them in 2021.

Investigation Discovery (ID) is a factual entertainment channel comprises of Hollywood crimes, murder and forensic investigation. It features shows like Evil Lives Here, Til Death Do Us Part, Homicide Hunters and People's Magazine Investigation.

This channel was ripped away in 2021 after Warner Bros. Discovery and StarTimes couldn't come to an agreement. Since then, the channel was supplemented with CBS Justice in a joint venture with Paramount Global and AMC International.

TLC is a female skewed channel which pivots their content to reality television focusing on lifestyle and personal stories. Some of the content to have aired include Sister Wives, 90 Day Fiance, 1000-lb Sisters, Doubling Down with the Derricos and My Big Fat Fabulous Life.

Interesting enough, the channel is being reinstated on the platform after the pay-tv platform lost rights to DStv due to Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). Similar to Discovery Channel, consumers would be getting to see select shows from Real Time with the help of Investigation Discovery.

Which begs the question, how long will these channels stick around cause every year it's the same runaround with StarTimes one minute it's there next minute is gone, whose to say that CBS Reality and CBS Justice won't just get booted from these platforms.

These 3 channels are said to reside on the Smart package from 3 November and onwards: TLC Ch:165, ID Ch:223 and Discovery channel Ch: 224.

Part 1: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Across Africa In November 2023?

TNT

ALIEN MENACE

Stunt

A journey through sci-fi wonders and otherworldly confrontations that will ignite your imagination. Dive into the realm of extraterrestrial enigmas with 'Alien Menace’.

*Channel premieres are in bold

Saturday, 4 November 

18:05 Men in Black: International (2019) 

20:00 War of the Worlds (2005) 

Saturday, 11 November 

17:50 Pacific Rim (2013) 

20:00 Venom (2018) 

Saturday, 18 November 

17:35 Man of Steel (2013) 

20:00 Edge of Tomorrow (2014) 

Saturday, 25 November 

15:40 Star Trek (2009) 

17:45 Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) 

20:00 Star Trek Beyond (2016)

EDDIE MURPHY FAN MONTH

Stunt

This special tribute to Murphy's iconic career reaches its pinnacle with a not-to-be-missed movie marathon on the last Friday of the month. A drive through the unforgettable characters and comedy that define Eddie Murphy's legacy, now available on TNT for the first time ever.

*Channel premieres are in bold 

Friday, 3 November 

17:00 Beverly Hills Cop (1984) 

18:45 Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) 

20:30 Beverly Hills Cop III (1994) 

Friday, 10 November 

20:30 The Golden Child (1986) 

Friday, 17 November 

20:30 Boomerang (1992) 

Friday, 24 November 

13:30 Beverly Hills Cop (1984) 

15:15 Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) 

17:00 Beverly Hills Cop III (1994) 

18:50 The Golden Child (1986) 

20:30 Vampire in Brooklyn (1995) 

22:15 Boomerang (1993)

UNDER SUSPICION

Stunt

Experience uncertainty unfold, as characters navigate tangled webs of mystery. A weekly rendezvous with intrigue, where mystery takes center stage and perceptions are questioned.

There are no channel premieres in this stunt. Wednesday, 1 November 

20:30 Minority Report (2002) 

Wednesday, 8 November 

20:30 Transsiberian (2008) 

Wednesday, 15 November 

20:30 Mystic River (2003) 

Wednesday, 22 November 

20:30 The Fugitive (1993) 

Wednesday, 29 November 

20:30 The Fan (1996)

PULP FICTION

TNT Hit

The lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster and his wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption.

*Channel premieres are in bold

Sunday, 5 November 20:00 

Pulp Fiction (1994)

Discovery Channel

WHEELER DEALERS S18B

20th Anniversary Stunt

Wheeler Dealers returns to the UK as multi-talented mechanic Marc "Elvis" Priestley joins experienced car dealer Mike Brewer on a mission to find and restore iconic cars that they can later sell for a profit.

Continuation of stunt from October featuring a curated line up of best episodes leading up to the premiere of S18B in November.

First TX: 17 Nov 

TX Day: Friday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 19 Jan 2024

THE GARDEN: COMMUNE OR CULT

Brand New

On 22 acres of backcountry land in the American South lies The Garden -- an off-the-grid community living by its own laws, free from the pressures of modern society. Every spring brings a new crop of people and questions about The Garden's cult-like vibe

First TX: 22 Nov

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 25 Dec

NAKED AND AFRAID: CASTAWAYS

Brand New

Naked and Afraid takes on a true-life survival situation when nine seasoned challengers are stranded on a remote island. Abandoned with no map or tools, they must fashion what they need to survive from wreckage and debris strewn across the island.

First TX: 1 Nov

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 20 Dec

GOLD DIVERS S11B

New Episodes

In Nome, Alaska, the gold rush is on. Driven by gold fever and sometimes desperate need, miners pilot their ragtag dredges and dive with hoses to suck up gold from the bottom of the frigid, unpredictable Bering Sea.

First TX: 13 Nov 

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 20:55

Last TX: 15 Jan 2024

TLC SA

90 DAY FIANCE S10

New Season

Using a unique 90 Day Fiance visa, overseas fiances will travel to the US to live with their partners for the first time. Each couple will have just 90 days to decide to get married or send their international mate home.

South Africa:

First TX: 9 November 

TX Day: Thursday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 21 March 2024

MEGAN THEE STALLION VS TORY LANEZ: FIVE SHOTS

One-Off

The shocking shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, revealed by insiders and lawyers involved. Told from both perspectives, it looks at how Tory Lanez still protests his innocence but examines why Megan was vilified on social media despite a terrifying ordeal.

South Africa:

TX: 26 November 

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 21:00

SAY YES TO THE DRESS WITH TAN FRANCE

Brand New

Brace yourself for some explosive drama, outrageous comedy, stunning dresses and an outpouring of love, as Tan France (Queer Eye, Next in Fashion) takes over the wonderful world of "Say Yes to the Dress”.

South Africa:

TX: 14 November 

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 2 Jan 2024

TLC Africa

MEGAN THEE STALLION VS TORY LANEZ: FIVE SHOTS

One-Off

The shocking shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, revealed by insiders and lawyers involved. Told from both perspectives, it looks at how Tory Lanez still protests his innocence but examines why Megan was vilified on social media despite a terrifying ordeal.

Africa:

TX: 26 November 

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 21:00

SISTER WIVES S11B

New Season

The Brown family boldly faces the worst year they have ever had. As Kody and Christine's relationship falls apart, family members take sides and tensions rise. Nothing will ever be the same again for the Browns.

Africa:

First TX: 1 November 

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX:20 March 2024

HGTV

LUXE FOR LESS

Brand New

Designer Michel Smith Boyd uses clever budget

hacks to help homeowners create luxurious

renovations without stretching their bank

accounts. Along with his creative team, Michel

brings upscale design within reach to deliver

beautifully overhauled spaces.

First TX: 15 November 

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 20 December

UGLIEST HOUSE IN AMERICA S4

New Season

Comedian Retta travels across five different

regions of the US to tour properties competing for

the ugliest home around. After crowning the worst

of the worst, HGTV designer Alison Victoria

surprises the homeowners with a spectacular

$150,000 renovation!

First TX: 2 November 

TX Day: Thursday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 23 November

MY LOTTERY DREAM HOME S15

New Season

Recent lottery winners go on over-the-top house

hunts for their new dream homes with David

Bromstad, and he'll help them decide if they

should spend all their winnings on an extravagant

mansion or settle for a sound investment.

First TX: 20 November 

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: TBC

BUILDING ROOTS S2

New Season

Design masterminds Ben and Cristi Dozier take

on boundary-pushing projects as they turn basic

Colorado homes into one-of-a-kind spaces. Their

passion for doing the impossible drives them to

help clients plant roots and discover what it means to be home.

First TX: 30 November 

TX Day: Thursday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 18 January