April 2024 On HGTV Across Africa | New Series Alert Including Battle On The Mountain | Returning Shows Including Celebrity IOU | More

Battle on the Mountain S1

BRAND NEW

The battle moves to the mountains! Rico Leon, Kim Myles and Kim Wolfe mentor three teams of talented up-and-coming renovators, and each team will have six weeks and $100,000 to remodel a rundown mountain home and compete for a $50,000 cash prize!

First TX: 12 April

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: TBC

Small Town Potential S1

BRAND NEW

New York's Hudson Valley has something to satisfy any passion, and local real estate agent Davina Thomasula works with builder Kristin Leitheuser to transform the area's affordable houses into beautiful homes that fulfill their clients' lifestyle dreams.

First TX: 4 April

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: TBC

Celebrity IOU S4

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: 29 April

TX Day: Monday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: TBC

Buying Back the Block S1

BRAND NEW

Comedian Mike Epps and his wife Kyra have bought several homes on his childhood block in Indianapolis, and their goal is to revitalize the struggling neighbourhood and bring back the charm, community and character that Mike valued growing up.

First TX: 20 April

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: TBC

Lil Jon Wants To Do What? S2

BRAND NEW

Forget everything you think you know about Lil Jon as a musician and producer. He's teaming up with interior designer Anitra Mecadon to push

homeowners outside of their comfort zones with

amazing room transformations that are beyond their wildest dreams.

First TX: 30 April

TX Day: Tuesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: TBC

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 HGTV Across Africa | New Series Alert: Selling Dubai | Returning Shows Including House Hunters And Fixer Upper | More

Married To Real Estate S3

NEW SEASON

Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson get clients into the dream neighborhood they never thought they could afford. By using their unparalleled real estate expertise, they'll make smart purchases and even smarter renovations while managing their busy family.

First TX: 14 Feb

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 1 May

Help! I Wrecked My House S4

NEW SEASON

Jasmine Roth rescues homeowners who took on major DIYs and are living without bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms due to issues they can't fix. Jasmine and her team help finish the problematic projects and turn mishaps into dream spaces in record time.

First TX: 28 Feb

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 22:00

Last TX: 15 May

Fixer Upper: The Castle S1

NEW SEASON

Chip and Joanna take on their biggest fixer yet: the famous castle in Waco, Texas. As they breathe new life into the historic landmark, they must also tackle its challenging infrastructure while preserving its original beauty.

First TX: 4 Feb

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 12:15

Last TX: 18 Feb

Fixer Upper: The Hotel S1

NEW SEASON

Chip and Joanna Gaines transform a 100-year-old historic building near Magnolia Market into a boutique hotel, showcasing their love for hospitality, restoration and their home city of Waco, Texas.

First TX: 25 Feb

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 12:15

Last TX: 10 March

Selling Dubai S1

BRAND NEW

Luxury real estate expert Maria Morris is launching her own agency in Dubai, and the stakes have never been higher. She's assembled a team of savvy agents, and they're determined to make their mark on one of the most competitive markets in the world.

First TX: 24 Feb

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: TBC

House Hunters: Amazing Water Homes S1

BRAND NEW

The House Hunters franchise is expanding to help buyers with their unique wish lists. Whether it be amazing water homes or the dream of working with a real estate agent that is downright wacky, the pressure is on to find the perfect home.

First TX: 4 Feb

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 13:05

Last TX: TBC

January 2024 On HGTV And Food Network Across Africa | New Series Alert: Baker's Dozen And Battle Of The Decade | Returning Shows Including Fixer To Fabulous And Unsellable Houses | More

HGTV

Fixer to Fabulous S5

NEW SEASON

Husband-wife team Dave and Jenny Marrs preserve and renovate historic homes in Bentonville, AR. They use their resources to transform houses into masterpieces for buyers that want a slower-paced lifestyle in a small town.

First TX: 25 Jan TX Day: Thursday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TBC

No Demo Reno S3

NEW SEASON

Home renovation expert and social media creator Jennifer Todryk combines clever design solutions and cost-saving ideas to create stunning home overhauls for clients in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, all without any major demolition.

First TX: 30 Jan TX Day: Tuesday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TBC

Unsellable Houses S4

NEW SEASON

Real estate experts Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb renovate unlovable homes. The sisters make necessary and impactful renovations that convert these unlovable houses into diamonds in the rough.

First TX: 1 Jan TX Day: Monday TX Time: 21:00 Last TX: TBC

Food Network

Baker's Dozen S1

BRAND NEW

Home baker and actress Tamera Mowry-Housley and former White House Executive Pastry Chef Bill Yosses put 13 competitors -- including home bakers, professionals, newcomers and veterans -- through a series of baking challenges. Tamera, Bill and guest judges assess each creation and eliminate the bakers who don't make the cut until there is only one baker left to claim the $5,000 prize and Golden Rolling Pin.

First TX: 5 Jan TX Day: Friday TX Time: 17:00 Last TX: 2 Feb

Battle of The Decades S1

BRAND NEW

Jonathan Bennett welcomes skilled chefs from different generations to a competition that puts their distinct perspectives on food and pop culture in the spotlight! They'll take on classic dishes and viral food trends, but only one chef will win $10,000!

First TX: 29 Jan TX Day: Monday TX Time: 17:00 Last TX: TBC

Zoe Bakes S2

NEW SEASON

Zoë François bakes and cooks her favorite recipes, from easy main dishes to delicious desserts, with a little help from her friends and family.

First TX: 6 Jan TX Day: Saturday & Sunday TX Time: 16:05 Last TX: 21 Jan

Baked In Tradition S1

BRAND NEW

Baker Bryan Ford explores the techniques and traditions behind New York City's best baked goods, and how the city's diverse cultures put their own twists on simple ingredients to bring family and friends together, every time.

First TX: 27 Jan TX Day: Saturday & Sunday TX Time: 16:05 Last TX: 28 Jan

Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines S7

NEW SEASON

On an all-new season, Joanna shares delicious recipes for brisket sliders, Grandma Zimmern's meatloaf, Basque-style cheesecake and more as friends, family and two guest chefs drop by to help her cook.

First TX: 11 Jan TX Day: Thursday TX Time: 17:00 Last TX: 25 Jan

Chopped S56

NEW SEASON

Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals. This competition is all about skill, speed and ingenuity -- and only one chef will impress the judges enough to survive the chopping block.

First TX: 17 Jan TX Day: Wednesday TX Time: 17:00 Last TX: TBC

What To Expect On Discovery Family, HGTV And Travel Channel In December 2023 Across Africa?

Discovery Family

Wheeler Dealers S11

NEW TO CHANNEL

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

HGTV

Windy City Rehab: Alison's Dream Home

BRAND NEW (SPIN-OFF)

Alison puts it all on the line when she jumps into an

ambitious personal renovation without the cash to

pay for it. Her 6,000 square foot office could be the

perfect place to call home, or it might be a giant

money pit.

First TX: 14 Dec

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 28 Dec

Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation S2

NEW SEASON

What happens after families purchase affordable vacation homes that need a little work? With a bit of

imagination and a lot of muscle, they'll transform their new properties into the relaxing getaways they had always envisioned.

First TX: 20 Dec

TX Day: Wednesday

TX Time: 13:55

Last TX: TBC

Christmas with HGTV

There’s no place like an HGTV home for the holidays! HGTV stars know a thing or two about decorating and when it comes to decorating for the holidays, they pull out all the stops. This festive season, get inspired at how your favourites have decorate for the holidays!

First TX: 4 Dec

TX Day: Monday-Sunday

TX Time: 18:15

Last TX: 26 Dec

Home Town: Ben’s Workshop S2

NEW SPECIAL

Episode: Home Town: Ben’s Holiday Workshop

Ben Napier dons the big red suit as he and Erin are joined by their celebrity friends to complete holiday projects that bring Christmas cheer to Laurel, Mississippi.

First TX: 22 Dec

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 18:15

Last TX: 22 Dec

Travel Channel

Fright Club S1

New Show

Jack Osbourne and the Ghost Brothers -- Dalen Spratt, Marcus Harvey and Juwan Mass -- compete to freak each other out with creepy paranormal footage.

First TX: 14 December

TX Day: Thursday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: TBC

Help! My House is Haunted S4 

New Season

The UK's leading paranormal experts stop at nothing to help terrified homeowners plagued by supernatural forces.

First TX: 9 December

TX Day: Friday

TX Time: 21:10

Last TX: TBC

Warner Bros. Discovery Is To Launch HGTV In The Dutch Market Early Next Year

The interior and lifestyle channel, which is already available in 93 countries, will make its debut on 15 January 2024.

Well-known HGTV programmes include Celebrity IOU, in which brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott work with celebrities to give houses a complete makeover and then surprise donate them to people who have meant something special to them, My Lottery Dream Home with David Bromstad, who helps lottery winners use their winnings to finally buy that big dream home, and House Hunters – now 205 seasons on – in which homebuyers are closely followed in their search for the new perfect home, carefully weighing up the pros and cons.

“We are delighted to add the channel HGTV to the Warner Bros. Discovery portfolio, bringing this beautiful brand to the Netherlands,” said Tatiana Lagewaard, Head of Content & Programming at Warner Bros. Discovery. “HGTV will also be a party that connects advertisers and commercial partners directly with a specific lifestyle target audience. Our goal with HGTV is to be a source of inspiration, but also a channel to relax with.”

Distribution has been secured with providers KPN, Ziggo and Odido, while most HGTV programming can also be seen on streaming service discovery+.

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

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

Discovery Channel:

Gold Divers

Castaways

Wheeler Dealers

TLC:

90 Day Fiance

Say Yes To The Dress With Tan France

Megan Thee Stallion Vs. Tory Lanez: Five Shots

TNT:

Pulp Fiction

Alien Menace

Unusual Suspicion

Real Time:

Forbidden: Dying For Love

Investigation Discovery:

Special Report: The Long Island Serial Killer

How To Create A Sex Scandal

Murder Tapes

A Body In The Basement

Food Network:

Holiday Wars

Zoe Bakes

Holiday Baking Championship

Christmas Cookie Challenge

Beat Bobby Flay

Holiday Baking Championship: Gingerbread Showdown

Magnolia Table With Joanna Gaines

HGTV:

Ugliest House In America: Summer Road Trip

Building Roots

Travel Channel:

The Visitors

The Curse Of Lizzie Borden

Scream: The True Story

Ghost Hunters Taps Return

Expedition Bigfoot

Michigan Hell House

Cartoon Network:

Summer Camp Island

Pokemon The Movie: I Choose You!

Mr. Magoo

Cartoonito:

Batwheels

Bugs Bunny Builders

Singalong with Masha And The Bear, Lu And The Bally Bunch and CoComelon

Drafted: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery's Channels Across Africa In October 2023?

Discovery Channel:

• Wheeler Dealers

• Expedition Bigfoot

• Gold Rush

TLC:

• Match Me Abroad

• Dr. Pimple Popper

• Kim Vs. Kanye: The Divorce

• Dr. Down Below

Discovery Family:

• Expedition Unknown

TNT:

• Margot Robbie Fan Day

• Horror Fest

• Happy 5th Anniversary TNT

Real Time:

• Crikey! It's The Irwins 

Investigation Discovery:

• High Speed Chase

• HELP! My House Is Haunted

• Does Murder Sleep?

Food Network:

• What Am I With

• Recipe: Lost Or Found

• Outrageous Pumpkins

• Beachside Brawl

• Ciao House

• Magnolia Table With Joanna Gaines

• La Pitchhouse: Cooking In France

• Everyday Cooking

• Guy's Ranch Kitchen

HGTV:

• Tough Love With Hilary Farr

• Fix My Frankenhouse

• Bargain Block

• Flip The Strip

Travel Channel:

• The Haunted Museum: 5 King Iferno

• Demon In The White House

• Ghost Of Flight 401

• Alien Encounters: Declassified

• Alien Abduction: Travis Walton

• Beyond The Unknown

Cartoon Network And Cartoonito: click here

What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Channels Across Africa In September 2023?

Discovery Channel:

• Shed & Buried

TLC:

• Flipping El Moussas

TNT:

• Myths & Legends

• Beyond The Illusion

• Celebrate Heritage

• Djimon Hounsou Fan Day

Investigation Discovery:

• People Magazine Investigation

• The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace

• Disappeared

• Disappeared: The Bradley Sisters

HGTV:

• Renovation Wild

• Why The Heck Did I Buy This House?

Travel Channel:

• Haunted Towns

Cartoon Network:

• Teen Titans GO!

• Junior

• Teen Titans GO! Vs. Teen Titans

• Lego Super Heroes: The Flash

• Barman Day

Cartoonito:

• Interstellar Ella

• CoComelon

• Beantastic

• Moley

• Rabbids Invasion: Mission To Mars

• Batman Day

News Shorts: e.tv's Struggling Telenovela Nikiwe Gets New Writing Team, Crown Of Tears Makes A Landing On Telenovela Channel Phillipines And Flipping El Moussas Currently Seen On HGTV Resurfaces On TLC Africa

Nikiwe is heading to a new direction

During the year, eMedia Investments debuted two local dramas Smokes And Mirrors and Nikiwe on e.tv, South Africa's most viewed English station and second watched channel on DStv. Unlike Smokes And Mirrors, consumers weren't turned on about the show.

Initially, Smokes And Mirrors was also struggling to garner any traction but overtime it managed to win the heart of audiences but Nikiwe's struggling viewership has led the eMedia team to hire new writers in order to save the show from possible extinction.

The writing team who was lead by Sipho Tshapu got the boot with Bongi Ndaba coming in place to save the struggling telenovela.

Telenovela Channel Phillipines welcomes a popular Televisa series

Appearing on six shows since the channel’s debut in 2011, Victoria have made a lasting impact to TNC viewers who have continued to air their wishes to see more of her.

In Crown of Tears, she is joined by Alejandro Nones (Love To Death), José María Torre Hütt (Luz Clarita), and Mane de la Parra (La Malquerida), and they play a family who go through the ebbs and flows of life as a mother bears the burden of seeing her sons take different paths to their respective destinies. 

Alongside Telenovela Channel Phillipines, Crown Of Tears served as one of the five shows seen on TLNovelas following its debut in Africa. Consumers in Phillipines can catch the drama at 21:00 from August 14.

More Discovery for TLC

During the month, TLC introduced a new entrepreneurial series Me Or The Menu currently seen on Food Network. Despite the existence of Real Time, it looks like Discovery will be taking much longer to allocate some content to the lifestyle channel with the other being Flipping El Moussas.

Following couple Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa during their personal and professional journey together as newlyweds and property experts. In their first year, they tackle a house move, renovation, and trying to get pregnant.

Flipping El Moussas is currently seen on HGTV and for some reason it will be allocated on TLC from September. We assume it having to deal with couples is what led to it's induction same with Me Or The Menu.

Drafted Version: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa In July 2023?

Discovery Channel:

Expedition Unknown: An archaeologist travels across the world in search of lost artefacts and investigates unsolved mysteries like the creation of the Nazca lines.
Outback Opal Hunters: Six teams of opal miners from Australia embark on a risky mission to hunt for the most fascinating gemstone in harsh and remote landscapes.

TLC:

Me Or The Menu: Four couples put their relationship to the test as they try to overcome the difficulties of opening their first restaurant together.
Outdaughtered: American married couple Adam and Danielle, parents to a set of all-female quintuplets, share details about the joys and struggles of taking care of multiple children.
90 Day Fiance: Before The 90 Days: The series about couples who unite in America under a special U.S. visa -- tells of how the couples first became acquainted.

Discovery Family:

Street Outlaws Fastest In America: Eight of the fastest teams in the U.S. descend on Memphis to compete for the biggest street race yet, for a prize of $100,000. Handpicked by JJ Da Boss, street racing bosses from South Carolina, St. Louis, Kentucky, Mississippi, Detroit, NOLA, Texas and the Northeast, each claiming to be king of the streets, have assembled their teams in Memphis for the chance to prove their racing chops.

Real Time:

Spring Baking Championship: America's finest pastry chefs and professional bakers battle it out in a series of challenges based on springtime treats that test their culinary skills.
Still A Mystery: Reexaminations of cases in which unanswered questions still remain; includes interviews with law enforcement personnel, family members and private investigators as well as news footage and social media posts.
NASA's Unexplained Files: Various theories offer insight into the work NASA does and has been doing.
Buddy's Big Bakedown: Amateur and professional bakers from the USA create and bake different cakes and compete against each other to emerge victorious.
The Demon Files: Ralph Sarchie and his team help people under attack from demons and Satan.
Secret Space Escapes: Astronauts and scientists recall their terrifying and near-death experiences during space missions.
Lakefront Bargain Hunt: The spotlight is on water lovers who dream of weekends or summers living by the dock of the bay.

Investigation Discovery:

Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face: 1988: In Colorado Springs, Mary Lynn Vialpando, age 24, was raped and murdered. 30 years later, detectives link the crime scene DNA to James Papol. In May 2021, now age 48, Papol pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 60 years in prison.
Aaron Hernandez: An ID Murder Mystery: Football, fame and murder. In this special, we examine the rise and fall of football star, Aaron Hernandez.
Susan Powell: An ID Murder Mystery: After 28-year-old Susan Powell disappears from her home in West Valley City, Utah, her husband, Josh, unsettles police with his odd behavior, leading them to suspect he knows what really happened to his wife and the mother of his two young sons.
Pamela Smart: An American Mystery: This three part special explores the story of Gregg Smart, whose wife Pamela Smart plotted his murder at the hands of four teenage boys in 1990.

Food Network:

Guy's Ranch Kitchen: Guy Fieri challenges his friends in a cooking showdown to prepare some of the most healthy dishes that are packed with flavour.
Supermarket Stakeout: The host invites aspiring chefs from different parts of the country to purchase ingredients from grocery shoppers and compete in a series of culinary rounds to win.

HGTV:

100 Day Dream Home: A custom home designer couple takes up assignments wherein they build a perfect house from scratch in less than 100 days.
Holmes Family Rescue: Contractor Mike Holmes teams up with his kids, Michael Holmes Jr. and Sherry Holmes, to rescue clients who have nowhere else to turn after living through botched construction jobs.
Holmes Of

Travel Channel:

The Haunted Museum: Paranormal investigator and host of Ghost Adventures Zak Bagans joins forces with filmmaker Eli Roth, the modern master of horror, to present a terrifying film anthology inspired by pieces found in Zak’s personal collection of haunted artifacts.
Kindred Spirits: Paranormal investigators, Amy Bruni and Adam Berry, help families troubled by supernatural activities in their homes and help them find peace.

Cartoon Network:

Craig Of The Creek: Following the adventures of Craig Williams and his two friends, Kelsey Pokoly and John Paul `JP' Mercer, as they explore the untamed wilderness of the Creek, which is dominated by tribes of children.
Jellystone: Yogi Bear, Cindy Bear, Huckleberry Hound, and other residents of Jellystone cross paths in fun and ridiculous ways, turning everyday activities into hilarious pandemonium.
Justice League Vs. Buzzard League: It's up to the Justice League to team up with their bizarre counterparts to stop Darkseid and save the galaxy!
Garbage Boy And Trash Can (New Show): About a boy who believes he has superpowers and fights for justice with his sidekick, Trash Can.
Justice League Gotham City Breakout: about a boy who believes he has superpowers and fights for justice with his sidekick, Trash Can.

Cartoonito:

The Adventures Of Bernie (New Show): After failing to help Zig, Bernie is lost at the bottom of the ocean. In this hostile environment, this handyman will do everything he can to get back to his island and find Zig, but his clumsy new neighbours won't make his task any easier.
Bugs Bunny Builders: Bugs Bunny and Lola Bunny manage an inept crew of builders at ACME Construction Company. Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety, and others use their tools and wild vehicles to pull off some loony construction jobs.
Toads And Friends: The series celebrates the countryside and children’s simple joy of being outdoors as they follow their favorite characters on brand new humorous adventures in which they discover moral courage, respect and the value of friendship.
Silly Sundays (New Show): Everything centers around Sonia, Hugo, Mel, Mom, Dad and Granny as they create unforgettable memories together during their weekend gatherings.

Boing:

My Little Pony: Pony Life (New Show): The series explores comedic, slice of life stories that Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Rarity and Fluttershy experience, primarily while hanging out at Sugarcube Corner.

Drafted Version: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa In June 2023?

Discovery Channel (DStv channel 121):

Hoffman Family Gold
Gold Rush: Parker's Trail
Naked And Afraid: Alone
Salvage Hunters
Alaskan Bush People

TLC (DStv channel 135):

Generation Drag - New Show
Love In Paradise
1000lb Best Friends
Awake Surgery - New Show
The Book Of Queer - New Show
Love Of The Grid - New Show
Our2Moms - New Show

Discovery Family (DStv channel 136):

Street Outlaws: Fastest In America
Alaskan Bush People

TNT (DStv channel 137):

Dating & New York - TNT Original Movie
Monsterpieces stunt featuring Godzilla
Forever Young stunt

Real Time (DStv channel 155):

Still A Mystery
I'd Kill For You

Investigation Discovery (DStv channel 171):

Undercover Underage
Murder In The Heartland
Body Cam

Food Network (DStv channel 175):

Spring Baking Championship
Kitchen Crash
Alex Vs. America
Guy's Ultimate Game Night - New Show

HGTV (DStv channel 177):

Fix My Flip
The Nate & Jeremiah: Home Project
Rock The Block
Hometown Takeover

Travel Channel (DStv channel 179):

Conjuring Kesha - New Show
Ghosts Of Devil's Perch - New Show
Mountain Monsters

Cartoon Network (DStv channel 301):

Ninjago: Dragon's Riding - New Show
Jade Armor
Lego & DC Justice League
Lego & DC's Shazam: Magic And Monsters

Cartoonito (DStv channel 302):

Interstellar Ella - New Show
Masha And The Bear
Cheese Day stunt featuring Tom And Jerry

What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery's Africa Bouquet Of Channels In May 2023?

Discovery Channel (DStv 121):

* Deadliest Catch: Fishermen experience deadly dangers, uncertainty and discomfiture in the Bering Sea aboard fishing vessels during the Alaskan king crab, snow crab and bairdi crab fishing seasons.
* Salvage Hunters: Treasure hunter Drew Pritchard travels the length and breadth of the country in search of elusive gems and other magnificent objects.

TLC (DStv 135):

* 7 Little Johnsons: The Johnstons are an average of seven American families pursuing the American dream. Papa Trent and Mama Amber have five children under the age of 16, all with achondroplasia dwarfism.
* Dr. Pimple Popper: Sandra Siew Pin Lee Rebish, also known as Dr. Pimple Popper, is an American dermatologist and YouTuber based in Upland, California. She is known for her online videos and her TV series Dr. Pimple Popper.
* Introducing Selma Blair: A deeply intimate and raw portrait of Selma Blair after she is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and tries to slow the progression of her disease.
* You, Me And My Ex: Matt's ex moves in, upsetting his current girlfriend. Alex's ex wants to be godfather to Alex and Caroline's baby. De'Andre plans a trip with his ex, Rowan.
* Seeking Brother Husband: Documenting the ups, downs and everything in between as polyandrous relationships navigate boundaries and life-changing decisions while working to add additional husbands to their families.

Discovery Family (DStv 136):

* Street Racing Fastest In America: Eight of the fastest teams in America fight for a winner-takes-all purse of $100,000 – the highest payout in street racing history.

Real Time (DStv 155):

* The Great Food Truck Race: Seven teams of mobile chefs are put through a gruelling test where they travel to cities and sell their food items from their truck. The team that sells the most food items wins the competition.

Investigation Discovery (DStv 171):

* Uprooted: Follows Sherri, as she tries to find the truth behind the unsolved death of his brother Keith Warren in 1986.
* The Real Death In Paradise: British residents love to escape Britain's miserable weather for sunny skies and sandy beaches. However, occasionally these trips to paradise turn into a murderous bloody nightmare.
* The Tetris Murders: A look at the unsolved murders of Vladimir Pokhilko, who was involved in the development of the puzzle-based video game Tetris, and his wife and their young son in their Palo Alto, California home on September 22, 1998.

Food Network (DStv 175):

* Outchef'd: Confident home cooks who think they are arriving for an audition get the surprise of their lives when they find out they're actually about to begin a head-to-head competition against a world-class chef.
* Grudge Match: Tournament of Champions sideline commentators Chef Justin Warner and Chef Simon Majumdar are going head-to-head in this second grudge match.
* Pioneer Woman: Ree Drummond prepares delicious down-home dishes that can be cooked by beginners and shares shortcut tips for saving time while cooking.
* Restaurant Impossible: Chef Robert Irvine sets out to salvage restaurants on the verge of shutting down with just USD 10,000 and two days to help the owners get back into business.
* Girl Meets Farm: Food blogger Molly Yeh shares her love for cooking by preparing a variety of delicious dishes. Simultaneously, she shares insights into her life in the countryside.
* Beat Bobby Flay: A talented chef hosts a cooking showdown wherein culinary experts battle it out to win the ultimate culinary duel. The winner gets a chance to compete with Bobby Flay.

HGTV (DStv 177):

* Build It Forward: Improvements With Impact. This five-part series introduces HGTV viewers to individuals across the US — five local heroes who were part of special projects in their communities — and who were selected for a surprise home renovation of their dreams.
* Houses With History: A trio of Massachusetts natives comb Plymouth County and the surrounding wooded areas south of Boston to transform 18th and 19th-century homes into brand new ones, all while preserving their history.
* Home Town: Ben and Erin Napier work with each other to change old homes into dream homes.
* Extreme RVs: Extreme RVs features rolling mansions with incredible amenities and designs that put most homes to shame.
* The Flipping El Moussas: Follows couple Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa during their personal and professional journey of newlyweds and real estate experts.
* Married To Real Estate: Real estate broker and designer Egypt Sherrod, alongside her husband, builder Mike Jackson, juggle their busy professional and personal lives while helping clients land their perfect home in a dream neighbourhood.
* Rico To The Rescue: Rico León steps in to help Denver homeowners salvage renovations that have gone off the rails; driven by his parents' past experience with a crooked contractor, Rico advocates for families who need an expert to fix their stressful situations.

Travel Channel (DStv 179):

* Beyond The Unknown: Take strange occurrences, weird events, and unexplained happenings and put them all together. That is what you get with Beyond the Unknown. Each episode shows you something different.
* Ghost Brothers Lights Out: Three brothers with different personalities visit various haunted locations across the United States to debunk supernatural lore and phenomena.
* Kindred Spirits: Paranormal investigators, Amy Bruni and Adam Berry, help families troubled by supernatural activities in their homes and help them find peace.

Cartoon Network (DStv 301):

* Ivandoe (New Show): The series follows the adventures of Ivandoe, the young prince of the forest whose father, The Mighty Stag, sends him on a quest for the magical Golden Feather of the fearsome Eagle King.
* Teen Titans GO!: The superheroes Robin, Cyborg, Starfire, Raven and Beast Boy love saving the world. But after they decide to stop fighting crime, things do not go as planned.
* Ben Gen 10: When Ben meets a young Generator Rex on the run from a hostile Providence, he must work through a series of misunderstandings, and defeat the dark wizard Hex in order to save the world.
* Ben 10 AlienXtinction: After the Tennysons are attacked by a villainous, dimension-hopping Omni-alien known only as Alien X, they meet a parallel universe version of Max, who opens the door to hosting multiple Bens and Gwens, forming an army to combat this threat.

Cartoonito (DStv 302):

* Toads And Friends (New Show): The story of two friends, a frog and a toad, based on the popular children's books by Arnold Lobel.
* Looney Tunes Cartoons: Cartoon shorts featuring cherished characters including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester, Tweety, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, Taz, Marvin the Martian, and Beaky Buzzard.
* The Adventures Of Little Penguin: Follows the hectic and exciting adventures of Oscar, a young penguin who is setting out to explore the world.
* Sing With Cartoonito: learn about rhyming and numbers with CoComelon, Dino Ranch, Masha And The Bear and Thomas And Friends.

What To Expect On Warner Bros Discovery In February 2023? (Drafted Version) PART 2

Investigation Discovery (DStv channel 171):

- Real Time Crime: In Dallas, gunshots kill a man on the Fourth of July, and detectives turn to a Real Time Crime Center to find the truth; when the smoke clears from a raging fire in Washington, police discover that arson turns to murder.
- The Price Of Glee: Get an inside look at the triumphs and tragedies surrounding the show Glee. Glee's cast and crew reveal surprising truths behind making the series and recount the meteoric rise of a Hollywood hit as well as the tragedies of some of its stars.
- Johnny Vs. Amber: Two-part documentary series with explosive evidence, intimate personal archive and in-depth interviews from both legal teams explores the UK High Court libel case and the important and complex issue of domestic abuse.
- Murder Under the Friday Night Lights: A look at the shocking and tragic cases of dangerous obsessions, brutal violence and even murder surrounding local high school football teams, tarnishing the sport these communities hold sacred.

Food Network (DStv channel 175):

- Bobby's Triple Threat: One hopeful chef competes against a trio of culinary titans picked by Bobby Flay.
- Kids Baking Championship:  Each week, the children compete to make the best dish, and are judged on presentation, taste, and creativity.
- Diners Drive-Ins And Dines: Host Guy Fieri goes on a road trip and visits diners, drive-in restaurants and dive bars that are popular among the locals in the US, and interacts with the owners, staff and the customers.
- Chef Dynasty, House Of Fang: Chef and restaurateur Kathy Fang is ready to expand the business of Fang, the restaurant she co-owns in San Francisco with her father, Peter, while continuing to honor their roots with Chinese fusion dishes.
- Outchef'd: Confident home cooks who think they are arriving for an audition get the surprise of their lives when they find out they're actually about to begin a head-to-head competition against a world-class chef.

DStv Flex:
- NCIS: Los Angeles cancelled after 14 seasons on M-Net
- Brand new seasons of your favourite shows coming to History
- February on The Home Channel
- February on HONEY

HGTV (DStv channel 177):

- Fixer To Fabulous: Home renovators Dave and Jenny Marrs bring old houses back to life in HGTV's "Fixer to Fabulous." With a little love and a lot of talent, the husband-wife duo restores timeworn homes into contemporary living spaces in their hometown of Bentonville, Ark.
- Christina On The Coast: Christina transforms clients' outdated properties into high-end showplaces. Her personal journey after her split with husband Tarek is spotlighted.
- Ugliest Home In America: Retta tours properties that were nominated based on gaudy designs and botched renovations.
- Battle Of The Bling: It follows Todrick and Kim as they tour 15 strikingly properties nominated by their owners as the most ostentatious.

Cartoon Network (DStv channel 301):

- CN To The Rescue: a live-action comedy peppered with animation, in which we follow Tapiwa's adventures into the magical world of his 'Imagination Room'! With crazy adventures and his hilarious family along for the ride, CN to the Rescue has the perfect ingredients for the whole family!
- The Love Bug: A yearly Valentine's stunt featuring brothers Grizz, Panda and Ice Bear.

Boomerang (DStv channel 302):

- Thomas And Friends: All Engines Go!: A younger Thomas The Tank Engine goes on adventures with all of his friends as they work on The Island Of Sodor.
- Thomas And Friends: The Mystery Of Lookout Mountain: After Thomas and Percy are frightened by a suspicious rumbling, the Biggest Adventure Club sets out to uncover the secrets of the old mountain mine.
- Moley: A charming, optimistic young mole who lives deep in a burrow under Windsor Castle, in the hustling, bustling city of MoleTown.
- Looney Tunes Cartoons Valentine's Day Special
- Boomerang's Happy Valentine's featuring Mr. Bean, Grizzy And The Lemmings, Zig & Sharko and Masha And The Bear.

Regular Nick:
- Two current shows from Boomerang rolling out on the Cartoonito block across Africa
- Moonbug Kids To Distribute New STEAM Focused Series, Ocean Explorers
- New Bear Grylls series is coming soon to Da Vinci Kids
- Could Universal Kids be the next channel to close down from NBCUniversal?

Reminder: Property Brother's Suppliers Content Will Stop Airing On The Home Channel Once Their Contract Expires, Will Air Exclusively On HGTV

In 2019, Warner Bros. Discovery launched HGTV on the DStv platform across Africa offering content about home improvement, do-it-yourself house renovations, design, real estate. The brand once operated as a block through Travel Channel.

HGTV ended 2018 as the 4th most watched pay-TV channel in the United States where it is the leading home and lifestyle channel and often gets cited by pay-TV subscribers as one of the "must-keep channels" and one of the reasons why viewers pay for subscription television.

Before HGTV, The Home Channel a local competitor from the Tiso Blackstar Group, has been acquiring and showing a broad slate of programming produced by HGTV for years, like the popular Property Brothers fronted by the twin brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott.

In an interview with former president of Discovery Inc. (now Warner Bros Discovery) for Europe and Africa revealed that existing deals will continue on smoothly but once they run out all the content will be available exclusively on HGTV as they can get a bit jealous when other stations air their content.

For those who can't afford HGTV, Real Time is available on the Easyview platform for as little as R30p/m even if you're not getting the latest shows or even the full HGTV lineup it's better than nothing.

Although, The Home Channel will no longer air the best of HGTV viewers can still tune into other content like Real Health, Gardening 101,Home Of The Year, Dream Gardens and Designing Homes With Bill Bensley.

Home And Garden Channel HGTV Coming ToDStv In July

Discovery and MultiChoice will add the HGTV channel to its DStv satellite pay-TV service from mid-July, bringing DStv subscribers a new TV channel with fresh content about home improvement, do-it-yourself house renovations, design, real estate and gardening.

HGTV will launch on 15 July on DStv and will be available to DStv Premium, DStv Compact Plus and DStv Compact subscribers in South Africa.

It's not yet known whether HGTV, which initially stood for "Home and Garden Television" when it started in 1994, will launch as a high-definition (HD) channel on DStv in South Africa.

HGTV ended 2018 as the 4th most watched pay-TV channel in the United States, where it is the leading home and lifestyle channel and often gets cited by pay-TV subscribers as one of the "must-keep channels" and one of the reasons why viewers pay for subscription television.

In November 2017 MultiChoice did a 3-week marketing research tryout of HGTV on DStv, when the channel was run as a prime time content block on the Travel Channel during weekdays and over weekends. It led to a hugely favourable response from DStv subscribers.

Besides America, HGTV is already available in Canada, the Caribbean, Asia and Australia and will also launch in Germany in June, marking the channel's first European rollout since Discovery completed its takeover of Scripps Networks Interactive in 2018.

Former Scripps sister channels – now all belonging to Discovery like the Travel Channel (DStv 179 / Cell C black 255), the Food Network (DStv 175) and Fine Living (Cell C black 251 / StarSat 281) – are already available in South Africa and throughout the continent on various pay-TV services.

Yet the addition of HGTV makes it Discovery Inc.'s first channel brand from what was Scripps, to be launched in South Africa and Africa as Discovery realigns and scales its expanded collection of lifestyle channels in the territory.

HGTV's content covers six basic pillars, ranging from buying and selling property, home renovation, investing in improving property to sell it for a profit (flipping), home improvement and dream homes.

HGTV will launch with an extensive slate of home interest programming, with many of the shows on the schedule during South African prime time that have never been seen here on television before or are first-to-market episodes.

The home improvement and aspirational property programming on HGTV will aim to help DStv subscribers with inspiration, instruction about renovations and the selling and buying of homes, as well as providing entertainment, fresh ideas, the latest trends, and access to celebrity homes and sought-after real estate listings across the globe.

"HGTV shows were placed on the Travel Channel in late-2017, and the content flew. HGTV is now going to launch on 15 July on DStv, and we're very, very excited about the content on the channel," says Henry Windridge, the head of brand at Discovery Inc. for the African and Middle East region.

"It's very much focused on the genres that we know work very well in the United States Renovation shows, for instance, are such a core part of HGTV. It's not about decorating."

HGTV'S PROGRAMMING SLATE
HGTV's programming launch line-up on DStv between 20:00 and 22:00 will be stratified according to days of the week that will each have a soft theme.

Viewers will be able to see property buying and selling shows on Mondays, renovation shows on Tuesdays, property seeking shows on Wednesdays, property flipping shows on Thursdays, renovation and flipping shows on Fridays, "tiny" home shows on Saturdays, and ending with aspirational and dream home shows on Sundays.

On Mondays, DStv subscribers will be able to watch shows like My Lottery Dream Home and Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation; Good Bones and Home Town on Tuesdays; House Hunters USA and House Hunters Renovations on Wednesdays; and Flip or Flop Nashville and Boise Boys on Thursdays.

Flip or Flop Atlanta and Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation will be shown on Fridays; Tiny House, Big Living and Tiny Paradise on Saturdays; and with Sundays belonging to Beachfront Bargain Hunt and Mediterranean Life.

HGTV Launches Soon In Germany And Possible Next Target Is EMEA

Discovery is launching HGTV, its home and lifestyle network – and the #3 most watched US cable network – in Germany as a free to air channel. The launch of HGTV will take place in June and marks the first European launch of this brand since the Scripps acquisition – with further launches to come.

HGTV celebrates the spirit of home and its expansion into Europe will give people access to content across six pillars; buying and selling, home renovation, flipping, home improvement and dream homes. As well as an extensive library of existing content, the HGTV audience in Germany will be able to watch more than 500 hours of content per year. Key programme franchises include Flip or Flop, House Hunters, My Lottery Dream Home and Good Bones. Discovery research has identified that 209 million people across EMEA are interested in home decoration, DIY and home improvement and billions of Euros are spent each year on DIY and home improvement.

Kasia Kieli, President & Managing Director, Discovery EMEA, said: “We are incredibly excited to be announcing the launch of HGTV in Germany and start using our scale and expertise across EMEA to expand HGTV and other key real-life entertainment brands into new territories and reach millions of new people throughout EMEA. Discovery’s strategy is to connect with passionate audiences across the Globe and the HGTV brand creates a very powerful opportunity to provide a dedicated home brand that fuels people’s passions, builds a community spirit and works across multiple platforms for audiences and commercial partners.”