DStv Customers Are Shocked And Utterly Disappointed By MultiChoice's Decision To Possibly Cancel TLC, HGTV And Food Network

MultiChoice and Warner Bros. Discovery might have settled their carriage dispute as 8 out of the 12 channels might be exiting DStv. These include TLC, Real Time, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, Food Network, HGTV, Cartoonito And CNN.

A termination notice had already been spotted for these channels and it as goes follows:

Dear viewer, please note this channel may no longer form part of our content line-up from 31 December 2025. Thank you.

The channels in question come as a shock to viewers like myself specifically for TLC as it's basically what Bravo is to NBCUniversal or MTV is to Paramount. But this was to be expected I mean Canal+ Afrique only distribute 5 channels from the brand including CNN.

I'd like to believe that more channels could end up joining Discovery Channel, Discovery Family, Cartoon Network and CNN. 

If you had to sum it up, several factors contribute to the possible demise of these brands firstly MultiChoice had implied renewing their agreement with the company had been deemed non-viable. This is where brands like Food Network and CNN factored in.

Another may have something to with their viewership particularly for the likes of Travel Channel. Canal+ is shedding costs at MultiChoice and one way would probably be phasing out niche and redundant brands.

As for the content, MultiChoice had stated they're more than willing to replace these channels which does lead us to wonder. Could these replacements perhaps carry shows like 90 Day Fiance and Evil Lives Here I mean it wouldn't seem far fetched.

Warner Bros. Discovery had run into similar issues in New Zealand and since then channels have come in place to carry this content. MultiChoice had done similar actions in the past with the likes of Animal Planet (under Real Time) and ITV Choice (under M-Net).

Developing Story: Channels Likely Going Dark On DStv Include TLC, Real Time, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, Food Network, HGTV, Cartoonito And CNN

As consumers have already heard, talks between MultiChoice and Warner Bros. Discovery regarding the carriage agreement for Cartoon Network and 11 other channels are on the line. MultiChoice sent a notice out earlier in the month about the pending disaster.

Since then, a petition had started to garner traction online from a concerned DStv subscriber and has since crossed the 300 milestone.

At the time, it was stated by MultiChoice that should a new agreement not be reached consumers would lose 12 additional channels by 31 December 2025. But that may not be the case for Cartoon Network, Discovery Channel, Discovery Family and TNT.

Termination cards are being spotted on TLC, Real Time, HGTV, Travel Channel, Food Network, Cartoonito, CNN International and Investigation Discovery with the following message:

Dear viewer, please note this channel may no longer form part of our content line-up from 31 December 2025. Thank you.

MultiChoice had implied that Warner Bros. Discovery is asking for too much money to extend the carriage agreement for these 8 channels. Honestly, I was right to suspect that Food Network or even HGTV are likely goners in this carriage dispute.

The fact MultiChoice states "may no longer" doesn't mean their fates are set in stone just yet but that some progress has already been established. It's possible that some of these 8 could remain onboard I mean Canal+ Afrique does offer CNN International.

But as of right now, MultiChoice had extended its DStv Upsize promotion which can only imply several scenarios. Firstly talks between the two extend to 2026 which is unlikely and, second is that 8 channels are likely done for and this promotion is just a distraction.

Is The Cat Really Out Of The Bag For MultiChoice And Warner Bros. Discovery??? As The Channels Remain On Canal+ Afrique In A Separate Agreement

MultiChoice has sent notice to various informing them that Warner Bros. Discovery's slate of channels would be exiting DStv by the of December. This comes after Paramount announced plans to shutter CBS Justice, CBS Reality, BET and MTV Base on the platform. 

Warner Bros. Discovery currently has the largest linear portfolio with MultiChoice being 12 channels as opposed to Disney and Paramount who offer 5 to 6 channels. These includes brands Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV, Cartoon Network and CNN.

There's a strong possibility that Canal+ following its takeover of MultiChoice will likely to reduce the offering. As it understood, MultiChoice is bleeding subscribers or in general losing money and Canal+ is trying to put out these flames.

MultiChoice's previous owners were more likely to retain these 12 channels compared to the French broadcaster. When they mentioned potentially replacing these channels it could imply doing away with Bobby Flay and Fixer Home Fabulous.

MultiChoice's French African equivalent Canal+ Afrique distribute Warner Bros. Discovery's cable networks in a separate agreement. Large number of premium channels are excluded from their offering including TLC, HGTV and Food Network.

Through M7 Group, it's European equivalent offers HBO, Discovery Historia, Discovery Life, Cartoon Network and Cartoonito through Canal+ Polska. Channels to be excluded can also range from Discovery Channel and Investigation Discovery.

In the event that both parties come to an agreement it's likely that Discovery Channel, TLC, Cartoon Network and CNN will continue on the platform. But to save up on costs, Canal+ may look to remove channels which are deemed non viable or repetitive.

Check our previous story: this could as well range from HGTV, Food Network or Real Time. Another could as well be that Discovery Family, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel get the axe while Real Time is all that's left of the flock.

MultiChoice may notify consumers of channel terminations but this isn't their first rodeo as a similar situation occured with Lifetime, History and C+I before the company opted to remove only C+I. Even Bloomberg had its feed cut off before getting reinstated.

Channels That Are Likely Safe Or Canned Within MultiChoice's Channel Negotiation Agreement With Warner Bros. Discovery

MultiChoice is set to lose 4 channels by the end of December which include BET, MTV Base, CBS Reality and CBS Justice. There's a chance that more channels could join the list as it's embroiled in a carriage dispute with Warner Bros. Discovery.

Warner Bros. Discovery operates 12 channels on the DStv platform which is the most for any provider in contract with MultiChoice. This includes Cartoon Network, Cartoonito, TNT, CNN, Discovery Channel, TLC, Discovery Family, Real Time, HGTV, Travel Channel, Investigation Discovery and Food Network.

Unless a new agreement is put in place, DStv consumers would start the year with 16 less channels. Here's the thing, MultiChoice likely through its the parent company Canal+ is open to replacing them.

As mentioned, this isn't the first time MultiChoice had been involved in such matters but it is under Canal+. If they're bullish on the matter, then expect for consumers to lose access to Teen Titans GO! and Guy's Grocery Games.

From the looks of things, it appears as if Warner Bros. Discovery is open to retaining these channels or at least a few of them as they mention wanting to reach an agreement that benefits both parties.

Below is channels I believe safe, mild, at risk or likely to get the axe

Discovery Channel - Safe

Discovery Channel is a male oriented factual entertainment brand offering educational and wildlife content alongside other content. These include shows like Dirty Jobs, Gold Rush, Deadliest Catch and Mythbusters.

TLC - Safe

TLC is a female tailored brand offering content ranging from medical, lifestyle to reality basically rivalling with NBCUniversal's Bravo. It includes shows like 90 Day Fiance, Sister Wives, Dr. Pimple Popper and My 600LB Life.

Cartoon Network - Safe

Cartoon Network is a children's channel offering animation ranging from comedy, adventure and action for children's aged 6-12. It is home to shows like Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, Craig Of The Creek and Teen Titans GO!.

CNN International - Safe

CNN International is a 24 hour channel offering news related programming and aimed at overseas territories similar to BBC News and Aljazeera. They offer news coverage in the world of sports, technology, science and politics.

Investigation Discovery - Mild

Investigation Discovery is a factual based channel offering content that ranges from paranormal, crime and investigative journalism. It includes shows like Death By Fame, Evil Lives Here and Murder Under Friday Night Lights.

Cartoonito - Mild

Cartoonito is a preschool channel offering content for viewers aged 2-5 years with a mixture of comedy and education. These include shows like Cocomelon, Thomas And Friends: All Engines Go!, Mr. Bean and Batwheels.

TNT - At Risk

TNT is a male oriented and family inclusive movie channel offering films ranging from action, adventure, sci-fi and horror. Since it's inception, TNT has been ranked as the #1 movie channel within the market and aside from films offers content from wrestling promotion, All Elite Wrestling. 

Real Time - At Risk 

Real Time is a lifestyle oriented brand offering shows ranging from home and decor, foodies, wildlife and investigation. It offers programming from Animal Planet, Investigation Discovery, Food Network and HGTV.

HGTV - At Risk

HGTV as the name implies is a home and gardening channel offering reality programming related to home improvement and real estate. It includes shows like Ugliest House In America, My Lottery Dream Home and Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge.

Discovery Family - Axe

Discovery Family is viewed as family based channel offering content ranging from wildlife, science, technology and automobiles. Most of its programming comes from Discovery Channel and Animal Planet.

Travel Channel - Axe

Travel Channel is regarded a tourist destination for travel and leisure with its own themed content and part of the time it dwells on the supernatural. This includes shows like House Hunters International, Building Alaska and Destination Bigfoot.

Food Network - Axe

Food Network is a cable network that offers programming about food and cooking. It features shows like Holiday Baking Championship, Guy's Grocery Games, Beat Bobby Flay and Chopped.

Could MultiChoice Risk Losing More DStv Channels Ahead Of Paramount Africa's Exit In The Market?

As reported, MultiChoice is set to lose four channels by the end of 2025 including CBS Reality, CBS Justice, BET and MTV Base. This forms part of a corporate restructure at Paramount that will see the closure of several international channels.

In an email sent to various DStv consumers not long ago, MultiChoice has now warned it's subscribers that they could be losing an additional 12 channels by the end of 2025. For sometime, they've been embroiled in a carriage dispute with Warner Bros. Discovery and no agreement is in place.

This means Cartoon Network, Cartoonito, CNN, TNT, Discovery Channel, TLC, Discovery Family, Real Time, Investigation Discovery, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel could be going dark on DStv and GOtv by 1st January 2026.

MultiChoice has been involved in multiple carriage disputes in the past there was one with A+E Global Media for History, Lifetime and C+I. Followed by eMedia Investments who provide eToonz, eExtra, eMovies and eMovies Extra which dragged on for 2 and half years.

It's currently unclear what led to this but from what I understand Warner Bros. Discovery will be closing off Cartoon Network in New Zealand and possibly Italy. It had been alleged that Warner Bros. Discovery wants more money and MultiChoice refused.

Again nothing is confirmed here but its also been alleged MultiChoice which is now owned by Canal+ wants to pay less for these channels. A few months ago, they decided to reduce payments to various suppliers and contractors by 20%.

But if you had to look at past disputes particularly the one with A+E Global Media there's a strong chance that CBS Justice, CBS Reality, BET and MTV Base won't be the only ones leaving DStv.

"our priority is to provide you with the best entertainment experience at the best possible pricing"

While it's too soon to speculate, MultiChoice does mention wanting to provide the best entertainment experience at the best possible pricing. To me this seems like an indicator that the company could be looking to shed costs or minimise rates.

If there are channels expected to leave DStv soon which I believe might be the case I'd imagine niche brands like Travel Channel would be axed. Followed by TNT as MultiChoice already boasts a diverse lineup of films through M-Net Movies, Movie Room and KIX.

Through an enquiry, MultiChoice had said to DStv subscribers that it is ready to replace Warner Bros. Discovery's TV channels with alternatives. But it's unlikely that all channels would be replaced some like TNT already come with those alternatives.

Cartoon Network, TNT Africa And 12 More Channels Could Be Exiting DStv As MultiChoice And Warner Bros. Discovery Enter A Carriage Dispute

DStv parent MultiChoice Group on Monday sent a warning to its subscribers: that 12 Warner Bros Discovery-owned channels could be removed from all DStv bouquets in the coming weeks should the two parties fail to reach a new distribution agreement.

In a letter, which was sent as an on-screen pop up and e-mail to DStv customers, MultiChoice said it will continue to strive to give customers an “exceptional entertainment package”, whether a new deal is struck or not.

“The distribution agreement between MultiChoice and Warner Bros Discovery is scheduled to end on 31 December 2025. While discussions between the parties continue, no agreement has been reached at this stage. If this remains unchanged, a number of Warner Bros Discovery channels may no longer be available on DStv from 1 January 2026,” MultiChoice said in a letter to subscribers on Monday.

The 12 channels that could be affected are:

• Discovery Channel

• CNN International

• TLC

• Discovery Family

• Real Time

• TNT Africa

• Food Network

• HGTV

• Investigation Discovery

• Cartoon Network

• Cartoonito

• Travel Channel

MultiChoice hinted at a possible refreshed channel line-up in 2026: it said it is “preparing to further strengthen and enrich its line-up with new content, channels and services” in the new year.

The changes will affect all DStv customers across Africa; customers of sister company Showmax will not be affected should the Warner Bros content be removed from DStv.

Subscriber losses

The news comes as MultiChoice parent company, French pay-TV giant Groupe Canal+, stated its commitment to stemming the subscriber decline at MultiChoice. In a presentation to investors, Canal+ revealed that a 1.2 million year-over-year loss in subscribers to the year-ended 31 March had accelerated to 1.4 million year on year by end-June. Canal+ said it will leverage cost optimisation to reset the cost base across its African operations while taking advantage of groupwide technology “synergies” to drive costs down even further.

“What matters most is ensuring that your viewing experience remains rich, diverse and enjoyable. You will continue to enjoy an exceptional entertainment experience across your package, supported by strong alternative channels across every genre,” MultiChoice told customers about the Warner Bros Discovery talks.  

Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking Brings Mystical Festive Baked Goods To Food Network Africa, Premieres Saturday 6 December At 18:00 CAT

Viewers and legions of Harry Potter fans are in for a treat as Food Network's Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking returns for a magical new chapter this holiday season. Premiering Saturday, 6 December at 14:00 CAT on Food Network (DStv Channel 175), Chapter Two will feature even more spellbinding creations, enchanted elements and baking wizardry as a new field of competitors embark on the experience of a lifetime. Capitalising on the enduring love for Harry Potter, a global phenomenon that continues to captivate people of all ages around the world, the groundbreaking series blends legendary storytelling and fantastical edible creations in a competition that had audiences on the edge of their seats last year.

 

In its debut season, the series drew 40% more viewers compared to the channel average¹ and saw viewership spike by 172% on Christmas Day², cementing the episode as a festive favourite.

 

Returning hosts James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) bring their charm, humour and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and are joined by esteemed culinary judges Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef, who bring their discerning palates and high expectations to the table. Across the six-episode season, special guests Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick), Afshan Azad (Padma Patil) and Devon Murray (Seamus Finnigan) help evaluate the competitors' showpieces as they share their own stories from the films.

 

Reflecting on the series’ evolution, James Phelps shared, “We knew what to expect going into season two, and the standard just keeps getting higher and higher through this season as well.” His twin brother Oliver added, “Right off the bat, we see some absolutely incredible desserts this time around. One team made a smoked chocolate patisserie that was just unbelievably cool.”

 

In the two-hour premiere, eight teams of two start their journey in The Great Hall, where the Sorting Hat sorts them into one of the four Hogwarts houses: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The first challenge is to craft captivating, edible showpieces inspired by moments from the Harry Potter series and each team's respective Hogwarts house. Week to week, the teams face a new task for which they must design creations that deliver on taste, creativity and visual spectacle, and this season, winning challenges can yield an advantage for a team in the next episode, or the chance to bestow an impediment to others.

 

The series was once again shot at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden including amidst the backdrop of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, on some of the original sets where Harry Potter's journey was brought to life on screen, including such famed locations as Platform 9¾, The Great Hall, and Diagon Alley, as well as The Potions Room, Privet Drive, the Destroyed Gringotts Bank and the triple-decker Knight Bus. “It felt like we’d been teleported back to our Potter days,” said Oliver. “It was quite a nostalgic thing to be part of, it’s really awesome to relive that.”

 

"Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking brings together perfectly the magic of Harry Potter with the exquisite culinary artistry that exemplifies why Food Network is a holiday destination for viewers each year," said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. "The success of season one shows the magic that can happen when collaborating across divisions as we did with Warner Horizon in marrying an iconic property with a fan-favourite genre. The next chapter of this delicious competition promises to bring even more joy to fans this holiday season."

 

Teams competing are: Alex Madrigal (Playa Del Carmen, Mexico) and Jenny Chambers (Salisbury, UK), Andy Ortega (Yonkers, NY) and Stefan Rose (Yorkshire, UK), Angel Figueroa (Denver, CO) and Rui Mota (Lisbon, Portugal), Caitlin Taylor (Bowie, MD) and Jaleesa Mason (Bloomfield, NJ), Heather Tocco (Rochester, MI) and Kate Sigel (Nashville, TN), Marj Santaromana (Richmond, VA) and Sarah Arnold (Charleston, SC), Molly Robbins (Lancashire, UK) and Priya Winsor (St. Albert, Alberta, Canada), and Jujhar Mann (Surrey, BC, Canada) and Katie Bonzer (Orlando, FL).

 

A group of lucky fans will have the opportunity to attend the grand finale, where the remaining teams must make a showpiece that celebrates the Goblet of Fire in a nod to the 20th anniversary of the fourth film in the series. In the end, one victorious team will take home the trophy and be crowned the Wizards of Baking.

 

Food Network Africa had the opportunity to chat with James and Oliver Phelps to get some insight into Chapter Two. Reflecting on the show’s growing international fan base, Oliver shared, “It’s been amazing speaking to people all over the world who watch the show and hearing how they ask each other, ‘What would you make?’ It really connects people through creativity and culture.” James added with a laugh, “I think someone should definitely make a biltong-shaped cake – that would be brilliant!”

November 2025 On WBD's Other Cable Networks In Africa | Channel Premiere Including The Serial Killer's Apprentice | Returning Shows Including 100 Day Dream Home | More

Channel Premieres

 

The Pelicot Rape Case (TLC SA)

An examination of the alleged crimes and trial of Dominique Pelicot. Featuring interviews with those who witnessed the trial.

First TX: 16 November

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 16 November

Hunted by My Husband: The Untold Story of the DC Sniper (Investigation Discovery)

In 2002, John Muhammad kills 10 people in a series of sniper attacks in DC. His real target, his ex-wife Mildred, shares her story of survival.

First TX: 30 November

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 30 November

Trapped: What is Happening to Wendy Williams? (Investigation Discovery)

Explore Wendy Williams' struggles and the high-profile legal battle stripping her of rights. Wendy and insiders speak out, sharing exclusive details.

First TX: 16 November

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 16 November

The Last Party: Death on Tresco (Investigation Discovery)

23-year-old Josh Clayton mysteriously disappeared off one of Britain's private islands. He was last seen at a party hosted by a member of the aristocratic Dorrien-Smith family. Now, Josh's family must explore the dark rumors surrounding his death.

First TX: 9 November

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 9 November

The Serial Killer's Apprentice S1 (Investigation Discovery)

Dr. Katherine Ramsland interviews Elmer Wayne Henley, the sole survivor of the 1973 Houston Mass Murders, to unravel his chilling journey from manipulated teen to convicted killer — and the terrifying truth behind the line between victim and predator.

First TX: 2 November

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 2 November

Jonathan Ross Haunted Homecoming (Investigation Discovery)

Jonathan Ross returns to the scenes of his youth, to discover the darker side of London's East End and the sinister secrets hidden within.

First TX: 1 November

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 1 November

Murder Under Friday Night Lights S1 & S2 (Real Time)

This true-crime series explores shocking murders that shatter the dream world of high school football.

First TX: 3 November

TX Day: Everyday 

TX Time: 22:30

Last TX: 14 November

Death By Fame S1

A behind-the-scenes look at what happens when Hollywood dreams turn deadly. 

First TX: 13 November

TX Day: Everyday

TX Time: 22:30

Last TX: 18 November

Returning shows/new seasons

• Gold Rush S16 - Mondays at 20:05 from 17 November on Discovery Channel 

• In the Eye of the Storm S2B - Wednesdays at 21:00 from 26 November on Discovery Channel 

• Hustlers Gamblers Crooks S2 - Sundays at 21:00 from 30 November on Discovery Channel 

• Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic S2 - Fridays at 21:00 from 21 November on Discovery Channel 

• Baggage Battles S5 - weekdays at 16:40 from 10 November on Discovery Channel 

• Kindig Customs S7 - weekdays at 06:00 from 4 November on Discovery Channel 

• 90 Day Fiance UK S3 - Thursdays at 22:00 from 20 November on TLC SA

• The Bad Skin Clinic S7B - Fridays at 21:00 from 21 November on TLC SA 

• Sister Wives S13 - Wednesdays at 21:50 on TLC Africa from 5 November and Mondays at 22:00 from 24 November on TLC SA

• House Hunters S234 to S243 - Everyday at 06:00 on TLC Africa from 1 November on TLC Africa

• Holmes Family Rescue S2B - Wednesdays at 21:00 from 5 November on HGTV 

• First Time Fixers S2 - Thursdays at 21:00 from 13 November on HGTV 

• 100 Day Dream Home S6 - Tuesdays at 21:00 from 25 November on HGTV 

• House Hunters International S203 and S204 - Everyday at 20:10 from 9 November on HGTV 

• Alex Vs. America S5 - Wednesdays at 17:00 from 5 November on Food Network 

• Christmas Cookie Challenge S8 - Fridays at 17:00 from 7 November on Food Network 

• Beat Bobby Flay: Holiday Throwdown S3 - Mondays at 16:05 from 24 November on Food Network 

• Holiday Baking Championship S11 - Saturdays at 17:00 from 22 November on Food Network 

• Holiday Wars S6 - Saturdays at 16:05 from 8 November on Food Network 

• The Kitchen S32 + S35 - Weekdays at 14:00 from 17 November on Food Network

• American Monster S11 - Sundays at 21:00 from 17 November on Investigation Discovery 

• Help! My House is Haunted S6 - Saturdays at 21:00 from 8 November on Investigation Discovery 

• House Hunters International S128 & S129 - weekdays at 06:00 from 5 November on Travel Channel 

• Salvage Hunters S10 - Tuesday at 17:35 & 18:25 from 11 November on Discovery Family 

• Texas Metal S5 - weekdays at 16:45 from 3 November on Discovery Family 

• Barefoot Contessa: Back To Basics S15 & S13 - weekdays at 11:15 from 20 November on Real Time 

• Pool Kings S9 - Everyday at 15:50 from 9 November on Real Time 

• Tournament Of Champions S6: The Qualifers - Tuesday, 18 & 25 November at 16:05

• Tournament Of Champions: The Bracket Reveal - Tuesday, 25 November at 17:55

October 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV, Food Network And Investigation Discovery Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Mysterious Creatures | Returning Shows Including Bargain Mansions | More

Discovery Channel 

NEW SHOW

Mysterious Creatures

with Forrest Galante S1

Forrest Galante and his team scour the globe to investigate mysterious creatures at the heart of deadly animal-human conflicts.

First TX: 4 October

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 8 November

BRAND NEW

Truck Dynasty S1

In the multi-billion-dollar custom truck industry, no one builds louder or more sought-after creations than Florida's own Apocalypse Manufacturing.

First TX: 19 October

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 23 November

BRAND NEW

Mike Brewer: Born Dealer S1

Behind the scenes with motor trader Mike Brewer and wife Michelle, as they battle to run a new car dealership and restore their manor house.

First TX: 31 October

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:05

Last TX: 5 December

Returning shows include High Speed Chase S2 on 7 October at 21:00, Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings S4 on 26 October at 21:55 and Blowing Up History S6 on 3 October at 17:30.

TLC 

* For the rest of Africa 

* Ruby & Jodi: A Cult Of Sin & Influence 

NEW TO CHANNEL

Mom vlogger Ruby Franke and rogue therapist Jodi Hildebrandt preach discipline - and yet behind closed doors, their teachings fuel a cult-like system of control, isolation and abuse. When a child escapes, the truth unravels and echoes beyond prison walls.

First TX: 19 October

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 22:40

Last TX: 9 November 

Returning shows include Chopped: Hungry For Love S59 on 7 October at 20:00, Body Bizarre S8B on *10 October at 21:50 and 17 October at 21:00, Baylen Out Loud S2 on 22 October at 21:00 and *7 Little Johnsons on 29 October at 21:00.

HGTV

Homegrown S1

BRAND NEW

Atlantic-based farmer Jamila Norman helps families transform their outdoor spaces into beautiful and functional backyard farms while exploring the joy and benefits of growing your food.

First TX: 5 October

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 12:00 - 14:00

Last TX: 12 October 

Returning shows include Scariest House In America S2 on 31 October at 22:00, Fix My Frankenhouse S2 on 3 October at 21:00, Homes Gone Wild S2 on 20 October at 22:00, Bargain Mansions S4 on 7 October at 22:00, Bargain Block S4B on 8 October at 22:00 and First Time Fixer S3 on 26 October at 12:00.

Food Network

Last Bite Hotel S1

Brand New 

Eight talented chefs at a remote hotel with only 13 ingredients of their choice cook for demanding VIP guests in hopes of checking out $25,000 richer.

First TX: 3 October

TX Day: Friday 

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 31 October 

Returning shows include BBQ Brawl: Flay V. Chauhan V. Lofaso S6 on 6 October at 17:00, The Kitchen S34 & 31 on 7 October at 14:00 and Kids Baking Championship Special: Scary Good on 28 October at 19:15.

Investigation Discovery 

The Tech Bro Murders S1

Brand New

The pressure of Silicon Valley turns dreamers dark; Lt. Sandra Brown uncovers murdered tech tycoons and millionaire killers.

First TX: 8 October

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 12 November

The Friday the 13th Murders S1

Brand New

This chilling series reveals real murders tied to Friday the 13th, where each haunting case shows superstition turning into a true-life horror story.

First TX: 24 October

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 November

Ghostober

Stunt

First TX: 4 October

TX Day: Saturday

Last TX: 25 October

Ghost Loop S1

New to Channel

Paranormal experts rescue the living from endless and repetitive hauntings.

TX Time: 21:00

Ghost Bait S1

New to Channel

Paranormal investigators use fear to force supernatural confrontations.

TX Time: 22:50 (Last TX: 8 November)

September 2025 On Food Network, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, Discovery Family And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Family Recipe Showdown | Special: The Bakersfield 3: A Tale Of Murder And Motherhood S1 | More

Food Network 

Family Recipe Showdown S1

Brand New

Octavia Spencer hosts a home cook competition that celebrating family recipes and traditions. Celebrity guest judges join an expert judge to award $10,000.

First TX: 25 September

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 30 October 

Returning shows include Halloween Baking Championships S10 on 20 September at 17:00, Outrageous Pumpkins S5 on 28 September at 16:05, Halloween Wars S14 on 20 September at 16:05, Family Kitchen With Sherson S3 on 6 September at 15:15, The Kitchen S30 & S33 on 1 September at 14:00, Guy's Grocery Games on 5 September at 20:05 and Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives on 30 September at 16:05.

Investigation Discovery 

A Killer Among Friends S1

Brand New

Murder tears friend groups apart. Now, they return to the crime scene to confront past betrayals and unearth long-buried secrets.

First TX: 12 September

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 17 October

Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence

Brand New

Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt mask cult-like control as therapy—until a child escapes, shattering the illusion and finally exposing years of abuse.

First TX: 7 September

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 14 September

Taken Together: Who Killed Lyric and Elizabeth? S1

Brand New

The mysterious double abduction of young cousins in Iowa sparks a firestorm of controversy.

First TX: 7 September

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 7 September

The Bakersfield 3: A Tale Of Murder And Motherhood S1

Brand New

A string of horrific crimes brings three moms together to find out what happened to their adult children – who all knew each other. The moms soon uncover disturbing truths about their kids and the town, ultimately testing their solid bonds of friendship.

First TX: 28 September

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 September

Returning shows include Evil Lives Here S10 on 30 September at 21:00 and A Body in the Basement S2 on 22 September at 21:00.

Travel Channel

Returning shows include House Hunters International S125 on 11 September at 06:00 and Expedition Unknown S8 on 23 September at 21:10

Discovery Family 

Returning shows include Expedition Unknown S2 on 3 September at 22:00, Salvage Hunters S9 on 9 September at 17:35 and Wheeler Dealers S12 on 1 September at 15:50.

Real Time

Returning shows include Man Fire Food S2 on 18 September at 11:15, Beat Bobby Flay S20 on 26 September at 11:15, Beach Hunters S7 on 25 September at 14:35 and Your Worst Nightmare S5 on 3 September at 22:30.

Boxing Champion Laila Ali Jumps into the Ring as Host of Food Network’s Chef Grudge Match Where Culinary Rivals Battle to Settle Old Scores

Boxing legend Laila Ali is trading her boxing gloves for a chef's apron as she takes on hosting duties for Food Network's explosive new series, Chef Grudge Match. This high-stakes culinary competition sees top chefs from around the world battle it out to settle long-standing feuds and bitter rivalries. From sous chefs who've been wronged by their bosses to restaurateurs defending their businesses from copycats, these culinary professionals put their prized knives and reputations on the line for a chance to win $10,000 cash, their rival's most treasured knife, and ultimate bragging rights.

 

The series premieres on Tuesday, 19 August 2025 at 17:00 CAT on Food Network (DStv channel 175) and will be available for streaming on DStv's Catch Up service. "I'm thrilled to be joining the Food Network family," said Ali. "As someone who's always been passionate about both competition and delicious food, Chef Grudge Match is the perfect fit. From the ring to the kitchen, I've never shied away from a challenge and now I get to have fun while bringing that same intensity to a show where culinary rivalries are settled once and for all!"

 

The premiere episode features Gabe Bertaccini, a Food Network favourite who has harboured a 15-year grudge against his protégé, Tyler Romine, who left Gabe's catering business with only three days' notice. The second match showcases Taylor Frankel from Vail, Colorado, who has a bone to pick with her former Sous chef, Maria Busato, after she opened a rival catering company in the same small town.

 

Throughout the eight-episode season, viewers can expect heated battles over business disputes, recipe rivalries, student-teacher conflicts, and even husband versus wife showdowns, all taking place in front of a live studio audience with the electric atmosphere of a boxing match.

Resident judge Jet Tila is joined by an impressive lineup of guest judges throughout the season, including Eric Adjepong, Maneet Chauhan, Adrienne Cheatham, Tiffani Faison, Stephanie Izard, Eddie Jackson, Chris Oh, and Claudette Zepeda.

 

"With reputations and livelihoods on the line, competition in the food world has heightened stakes which have produced legendary grudges and rivalries," said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. "Chef Grudge Match brings these grievances to a head in front of a studio audience, with all the energy of a live boxing match, and Laila Ali is the perfect ringmaster to oversee these battles for ultimate bragging rights."

 

Chef Grudge Match premieres on Food Network Africa on Tuesday, 19 August @ 17:00 CAT on DStv channel 175 and GOtv channel 104 (Kenya, Malawi) and 404 (Uganda).

August 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC, Food Network And HGTV Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Virgins | Returning Shows Including Spring Baking Championships | More

Discovery Channel

Returning shows include In the Eye of the Storm S2 on 13 August at 21:00, Deadliest Catch S21 on 19 August at 20:05 and Gold Rush: Mine Rescue with Freddy & Juan S4 on 25 August at 20:05.

TLC

* ROA only

Snake Catcher: Down Under S1

Brand New 

Julia Baker tackles one of the most dangerous jobs in the world as a snake catcher. She captures venomous snakes from homes across Australia.

First TX: 4 August

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 6 October

Virgins S1

Brand New 

Experience socially awkward moments and hilarious dating disasters as a group of inexperienced virgins attempt to finally seal the deal.

First TX: 20 August

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 24 September 

Trapped! What Is Happening To Wendy Williams? 

Brand New 

Explore Wendy Williams' struggles and the high-profile legal battle stripping her of rights. Wendy and insiders speak out, sharing exclusive details.

First TX: 31 August

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 21:00

Women's Day

Stunt

Celebrate South Africa's Women's Day with a lineup celebrating iconic TLC women including:

• 1000-LB Sisters

• My Big Fat Fabulous Life

• Doubling Down With The Derricos

• Outdaughtered

• Dr. Mercy

• Dr. Pimple Popper

• X Trillion

First TX: 9 August

TX Day: Saturday 

TX Time: 12:45-20:00

Returning shows include * Welcome To Plathville S7 on 11 August at 21:00 and Match Me Abroad S2 on 14 August at 22:00.

HGTV 

Maine Cabin Masters: Building Italy S1

Brand New

Chase Morrill takes his family and the Cabin Masters team deep into the Italian countryside to test their skills on renovating his Italian dream home.

First TX: 1 August

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 5 September 

Returning shows include Ugliest House In America S6 on 11 August at 21:00 and Rehab Addict S9 on 27 August at 21:00.

Food Network

Chef Grudge Match S1

Brand New

Host Laila Ali challenges chefs to go head-to-head in a culinary battle to settle their disputes and win $10,000 cash.

First TX: 19 August

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 7 October 

Must Try Asia S1 + S2

Brand New

Food Hero winner Sarah Benjamin and the ever-innovative Chef Malcolm Goh travel across Asia's most popular capitals and tuck in the city's signature dishes. This adventurous duo shows how creative people can be in re-creating these iconic dishes at home.

First TX: 3 August

TX Day: Saturday 

TX Time: 15:15

Last TX: 23 August 

At Home With Marinka S1

Brand New

Chef Marinka puts a modern and international twist on Indonesian favourites by combining the flavors of the East and West. These recipes just don't taste good, they are simple to cook and plated to style.

First TX: 24 August

TX Day: Sunday 

TX Time: 15:15

Last TX: 31 August 

Returning shows include Spring Baking Championships S10 on 29 August at 16:05, Girl Meets Farm S15 on 14 August at 16:05, Guy's Grocery Games S35 & S36 on 11 August at 20:05 and Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives S40 on 5 August at 16:05.

June 2025 On WBD Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Toxic And Chasing Flavour | Returning Shows Including Homestead Rescue And Rock The Block | Programming Stunt: 40 Years Of Discovery | More

Discovery Channel

40 YEARS OF DISCOVERY

PROGRAMMING STUNT

Discovery’s 40th Anniversary

On June 17 1985, we started a journey together.

We set a high bar, filming things that people had

never seen before. Celebrate Discovery’s 40th

Anniversary with special themes every day of

the week. We are just getting started!

Monday: Gold

Tuesday: Extreme Jobs

Wednesday: Survival

Thursday: Off-Grid

Friday: Turbo

Saturday: History & Mystery

Sunday: Iconic Docs

First TX: 16 June

TX Day: Mon-Sun

TX Time: All Day

Last TX: 22 June

TLC 

* FOR SOUTH AFRICA 

* 90 Day: Hunt For Love S1

Brand New

Eight veteran 90 Day singles are ready to give love another shot in the beautiful paradise of Tulum, Mexico. Paired with a diverse group of singles

First TX: 11 June, these hopefuls embark on an unforgettable journey of romance and second chances.

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 27 August 

* Jay And Pamela S1

Brand New 

Despite facing a rare condition and living thousands of miles away. Jay and Pamela found each other and look to begin their lives together.

First TX: 27 June

TX Day: Friday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 15 August 

* Trixie Motel: Drag Me Home

Brand New

A year after opening the motel, Trixie Motel and her partner David look to do something scary: move in together and design a dream home fit for two.

First TX: 3 June

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 24 June

* Breaking New Ground S1

New To Channel

In a renovation story that celebrates resilience, a 200-year-old house with a complicated history is transformed into a home filled with love.

First TX: 3 June

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 8 July 

The Fall of Diddy

Brand New

Pull back the curtain on music mogul Sean Combs as allegations of long-hidden violence and abuse emerge to shock the world.

First TX: 3 June

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 22:40

Last TX: 1 July 

HGTV 

Bargain Block: Bargain Buys

New Special 

Shea and her husband Terry help the next generation of Detroiters by their first homes and bring back the community they know and love.

First TX: 7 June

TX Day: Saturday 

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 7 June

Food Network 

Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out S1

Brand New 

Brian Malarkey hosts as top chefs go head-to-head in intense, unpredictable culinary challenges where sabotage and backstabbing are fair game.

First TX: 24 June

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 12 August

Chasing Flavour S1

Brand New

Carla Hall travels around the world to track down the unexpected lineage and international origins of America's favourite dishes.

First TX: 15 June

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 29 June

Investigation Discovery 

American Monster: Abuse of Power S1

Brand New

When those in power turn evil, some will stop at

nothing — even murder — to protect themselves.

First TX: 2 June

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 7 July

Toxic S1

Brand New

Elizabeth Chambers had to unravel the lies and red

flags of her own marriage. Now, she meets with

victims to investigate how love turns toxic.

First TX: 27 June

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 1 August

Travel Channel 

Finding Amelia

Special Documentary 

In 1945, a group of Australian soldiers inadvertently stumbled across Amelia Earhart's downed airplane in the jungles of Papua New Guinea. Now, a team of specialists will use the soldiers' exclusive testimony and an old patrol map to find the plane again

First TX: 30 June

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 21:10

Other developments 

• Discovery Channel: Homestead Rescue S6B on 5 June at 20:05, Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing S3 on 11 June at 21:00.

• TLC Africa: Flipping El Moussas S2 on 25 June at 21:00.

• HGTV: Rock The Block S6 on 6 June at 21:00, 100 Day Dream Home S5B on 17 June at 21:00, Flipping 101 With Tarek El Moussa S3 on 26 June at 22:00, Vintage Flip S2 on 18 June at 07:30, Island Life S18 on 1 June at 22:00 and House Hunters International S199 on 4 June at 20:35.

• Investigation Discovery: Homicide Hunter: American Detective S4 on 11 June at 21:00, On the Case with Paula Zahn S13A on 26 June at 21:00 and The Dead Files S14 on 7 June at 20:05.

• Food Network: Chopped S59 (Hungry For Love) on 11 June at 16:05.

• Real Time: The Best Thing I Ate S10 on 2 June at 11:15 and A Crime To Remember S5 on 24 June at 21:40.

• Discovery Family: Fast And Loud S4 from 23 June at 19:15.

May 2025 On Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV And Food Network Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Kids Like Us | Returning Shows Including Beat Bobby Flay | More

Discovery 

NEW SEASON

Gold Rush: White Water S8

Last year, Dustin's crew found a six-ounce, $70K nugget. Now, he's risking everything for more -- a gamble that may make them millions or end it all.

Pre-season premiere SPECIAL, Help from Above, airs Monday, 12 May at 22:45 CAT.

First TX: 19 May

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 20:05

Last TX: 11 August

Other returning shows include Kindig Customs S11A on 9 May at 20:05, Outback Opal Hunters S8A on 27 May at 20:05, Shorty's Dream Shop S2 on 2 May at 21:00, Cornwall Air 999 S2 on 20 May at 21:00 and Gold Divers S12A on 26 May at 21:00.

TLC

KIDS LIKE US

NEW DOCUMENTARY

A powerful documentary about children with cancer, Narrated by the kids themselves.

South Africa only:

First TX: 10 May

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 30 May

Rest of Africa:

First TX: 30 May

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 30 May

Returning shows in South Africa include My 600-LB Life: Where Are They Now S7B on 3 May at 20:00, 90 Day Diaries S6 on 14 May at 21:00 and at 22:00 from 11 June, and 7 Little Johnsons S9B on 26 May at 20:00. Returning shows in the rest of Africa include Sister Wives S12B on 13 May at 21:50.

HGTV

IZZY DOES IT S1

BRAND NEW

After years of renovating million dollar homes, Izzy Batres uses expert techniques to bring luxury renovations to homeowners with relatable budgets.

First TX: 8 May

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 26 June 

Returning shows include Married To Real Estate S4 on 14 May at 22:00, Celebrity IOU S5B + 6A on 26 May at 22:00 and House Hunters International S198 on 2 May at 20:35.

Food Network 

HOUSE OF KNIVES S1

BRAND NEW 

Talented chefs from around the world compete to win a seat on the House of Knives throne and then battle to defeat any challengers to win $100,000.

First TX: 14 May

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 2 July 

Returning shows include Diners, Drive-ins And Dives: Triple D Nation S6 on 6 May at 16:05, The Pioneer Woman S37 on 29 May at 17:00 and Beat Bobby Flay S38 on 19 May at 16:05.

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 HGTV, Food Network, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Who Is Luigi Mangione | Returning Shows Including Chopped | More

HGTV

Homes Gone Wild S1

BRAND NEW

Jack McBrayer tours some of America's wackiest and wildest homes that have recently been on the real estate market.

First TX: 3 March

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 31 March

The Flip Off S1

BRAND NEW

America's most famous flipping exes Tarek El Moussa and Christina Haack reunite in a head-to-head competition to determine who's the ultimate flipper!

First TX: 27 March

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 1 May

Returning shows include Home Town S8 on 18 March at 22:00 and The Flipping El Moussas S2 on 13 March at 22:00.

Food Network

Returning shows include Symon's Dinners Cooking Out S5 on 2 March at 16:05, Chopped S61 on 19 March at 16:05 and Wildcard Kitchen S2 on 29 March at 21:55.

Investigation Discovery

Who is Luigi Mangione?

BRAND NEW SPECIAL

Writings and social media posts help to reveal the secret life and troubles of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of the brazen murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and whom so many people are calling a hero.

First TX: 2 March

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 2 March

Returning shows include Murder Under the Friday

Night Lights S4 on 31 March at 21:00, Evil Lives Here S9B on 4 March at 21:00, Exposed: Naked Crimes S2 on 12 March at 21:00, Road Rage S2 on 12 March at 21:55 and Death By Fame S3 on 21 March at 21:00.

Travel Channel

Mysteries at the Museum

Specials

• Is Amelia Earhart Alive TX: 6 March

Don Wildman investigates the disappearance of Amelia Earhart.

• The Deadly 1906 Earthquake TX: 13 March

Don Wildman journeys back in time to investigate the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.

• The Loch Ness Monster Lives TX: 20 March

Don Wildman unlocks the secrets of the Loch Ness Monster.

• The Watergate Scandal TX: 27 March

Don Wildman examines the scandal that led to Richard Nixon’s resignation.

First TX: 6 March

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: 27 March

Returning shows include House Hunters 

International S116 & S117 on 3 March at 06:00.

Real Time

Celebrate! With Chef Nti S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Join Chef Nti as she adds her delicious twists to

your favourite celebratory foods!

First TX: 4 March

TX Day: Weekdays

TX Time: 12:01

Last TX: 13 March

Home Inspector Joe S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

With a sixth sense for safety, Joe Mazza helps

families find and renovate their perfect new home.

First TX: 18 March

TX Day: Weekdays

TX Time: 15:50

Last TX: 18 April

Returning shows include A Crime to Remember S3 on 1 March at 22:30.

February 2025 On Food Network, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, Discovery Family And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premiere: Rachel Khoo's Simple Pleasures | Returning Shows Include A Crime To Remember | More

Food Network

Rachel Khoo's Simple Pleasures S1

NEW SHOW

Rachel Khoo creates the mouthwatering dishes that

she loves to cook at home. The recipes aren't fussy or complicated and can all be made with simple ingredients found at the local shop.

First TX: 20 February

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 17:00

Last TX: 13 March

Returning shows include Magnolia Table With Joanna Gaines S8 on 6 February at 16:05, BBQ Brawl S5: Flay V. Anderson V. Voltaggio on 24 February at 17:00 and Beat Bobby Flay S36 on 24 February at 16:05.

Investigation Discovery

Fatal Affairs S1

Brand New

Sordid tales of love triangles turn into mysterious whodunits, when one of three entwined in a fatal affair winds up dead. In this risky game of illicit love and secret sex, who will end up paying the ultimate price?

First TX: 7 February

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 7 March

Feuds Turned Fatal S1

Brand New

Retaliation and revenge unfold when friendships turn into furious feuds. As each feud escalates, one-time friends, family, and partners go from minor disagreements to murder. People from both sides of the feud tell their story of revenge gone wrong.

First TX: 17 February

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 24 March

The Fall of Diddy

Brand New

Pull back the curtain on music mogul Sean Combs as allegations of long-hidden violence and abuse emerge to shock the world.

First TX: 9 February

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 16 February

The Curious Case of…S1

New Series 

Take a deep dive into strange tales, bizarre cons, and twisted motives, exposing chilling truths that stretch the limits of imagination.

First TX: 23 February

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 30 March

Discovery Family

Garage Rehab S1

NEW TO CHANNEL

Richard Rawlings built the Gas Monkey Garage into a personal business empire. Now he uses his expertise as an entrepreneur and automotive expert to help save struggling shops from out-of-touch owners, lazy employees and bad business practices.

First TX: 10 February

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 18:25

Last TX: 7 April

Returning shows include Street Outlaws: Memphis S2 on 19 February at 20:10.

Travel Channel

Mysteries at the Museum

Specials

Alien Encounters in Area 51 TX: 20 February

Don Wildman heads deep into the Nevada desert to

see if he can uncover the truth about what's been

going on at America's most top-secret base.

The Hindenburg Disaster TX: 27 February

Don Wildman investigates the horrific crash of the

world's largest commercial airship. He examines

historic evidence and questions experts in his quest

to discover the actual cause of the 1937 disaster.

First TX: 20 February

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: 27 February

Returning shows include House Hunters International S11 on 11 February at 06:00.

Real Time

Returning shows include Houses with History S2 on 19 February at 15:50, A Crime to Remember S2 on 24 February at 22:30 and The Best Thing I Ever Ate S9 on 3 February at 11:15.

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.

Harry Potter, Wizards Of Baking: Spellbinding Confectionary Creations Come To Life This Holiday Season On Food Network AFRICA

Food Network viewers and legions of Harry Potter fans are going to have an extra special holiday season this year with the premiere of the brand-new series, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, on Wednesday, 4 December at 5 pm on Food Network Africa. Capitalising on the enduring love for Harry Potter – a global phenomenon that continues to captivate people of all ages around the world – the ground-breaking series blends legendary storytelling and fantastical edible creations in a never-before-seen competition that will have audiences at the edge of their seats.

James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) bring their exceptional charm and behind-the-scenes anecdotes as hosts of this most magical series, joined by esteemed culinary judges Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef. Across the six-episode season, they will also be joined by special guests Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood) and Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley), who will help in evaluating the competitors’ showpieces and also share their own film stories.

The competition kicks off with a super-sized episode in which nine teams of pastry chefs and cake artists are tasked to craft massive, spellbinding edible showpieces inspired by moments and themes from the Harry Potter saga. Each week, the culinary artists will design eye-popping creations not only to tantalise the taste buds but also to offer surprising and enchanting visual elements. Fans of Harry Potter will recognise many iconically familiar places, as the series was produced at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, including amidst the backdrop of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, on some of the original sets where Harry Potter's journey was brought to life on screen. Contenders will have the unprecedented opportunity to present their creations in famed locations such as Platform 9¾, The Great Hall, Gringotts Wizarding Bank, Diagon Alley, The Forbidden Forest and more.

“With Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, the confectionary magic coming to Africa this December is splendidly real and unlike anything seen before,” said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. “By tapping into the incredible fandom of Harry Potter, as well as that of Food Network’s holiday programming, it is a culinary competition that delivers on multiple levels with elevated culinary craftsmanship executed in an enchanted setting and airing during the most wonderful time of year.” 

A group of lucky fans will have the opportunity to taste some of the competitors’ handiwork, and then, in the finale, the team that wins the competition will be awarded the first-ever Wizards of Baking Cup and will have the opportunity to appear in a new Harry Potter cookbook.

Harry Potter fans can follow #WizardsOfBaking on social to chat with fellow fans and watch tons of videos from behind the scenes in the wizarding world. Plus, hear from the Phelps brothers as they return to Hogwarts, meet all the special guests stopping by and get to know the teams competing in this magical baking extravaganza. Fans can also get Harry Potter-inspired recipes, like Sorting Hat Cupcakes and Invisibility Cloak Pumpkin Pie. 

Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is produced by Warner Horizon and theoldschool for Food Network. Warner Horizon’s Bridgette Theriault and Dan Sacks serve as executive producers with theoldschool’s Robin Ashbrook and Yasmin Shackleton. 

Don’t miss the spellbinding magic of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking when it premieres on Food Network on Wednesday, 4 December at 5 pm. Tune in to see which team claims the first-ever Wizards of Baking Cup and takes home the ultimate prize!

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.