M-Net Acquires Rights To Historical Drama King & Conqueror, Canal+ Will Launch It Simultaneously In Over 40 Countries

CANAL+ announces the exclusive launch-window premiere of the historical epic series KING & CONQUEROR starting February 12 in over 40 countries across Europe and Africa where the group operates. This large-scale, simultaneous multi-territory launch is a first for a series licensed by CANAL+ and illustrates the group’s global strategy in licensing and launching content.

Following Canal+'s takeover of MultiChoice in late 2025, this deal has been extended to include M-Net. This serves as one of the various enhancements the French company told regulators to expect on DStv.

The inclusion of King & Conqueror comes after the company announced it no longer has rights to premium TV series from HBO and Warner Bros. content. With HBO Max, that might be gearing up to rollout in Africa sometime in the year.

KING & CONQUEROR is the story of the clash for the English throne between Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy (who would become William the Conqueror), portrayed respectively by James Norton (HAPPY VALLEY, PLAYING NICE) and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (GAME OF THRONES). The cast also includes Emily Beecham, Clémence Poésy, Juliet Stevenson, Eddie Marsan, and Jean-Marc Barr.

KING & CONQUEROR

British series – 8 episodes of 52 minutes

Created by Michael Robert Johnson

Executive produced by Michael Robert Johnson as well as James Norton and Kitty Kaletsky for Rabbit Track Pictures, Baltasar Kormákur and Magnus Vioar for RVK Studios, Robert Taylor for The Development Partnership, Dave Clarke and Richard Halliwell for Shepherd Content, Ed Clarke, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and CBS Studios’ Lindsey Martin.

Directed by Baltasar Kormàkur, Balint Szentgyorgyi, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Erik Leijonborg

Written by Michael Robert Johnson, David Mar Stefansson, Sam Hoare and Rachel Kilfeather

Produced by The Development Partnership, Rabbit Track Pictures, Shepherd Content, RVK Studios and CBS Studios in association with the BBC.

International distribution: Paramount Global Content Distribution

Starring James Norton, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Emily Beecham, Clémence Poésy, Juliet Stevenson, Eddie Marsan and Jean-Marc Barr.

When King Edward dies in 1066 without an heir, Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy engage in a fierce struggle to seize the English crown, culminating in the Battle of Hastings. A clash between two dynasties that defined a country – and a continent – for centuries.

Reminder: Paula S1 (Monday – Wednesday @ 21:00, Starts 19 January 2026) On SABC 3 (S3)

Synopsis: – Paula and James are worlds apart. They might both live in Dublin, but Paula is a respected teacher, whereas James scratches out a living doing maintenance jobs and stealing from his mother. When Paula hears strange scuttling noises in her basement, she hires James to exterminate the rats and silence her fears. The two share a frenzied and fateful one-night stand. Paula is quickly pulled into a vicious game of cat and mouse. James seems to lurk on every street corner and behind every shadow – along with looming ghosts and silent children, buried shame and harrowing secrets. As James’ grip strengthens, Paula’s ‘normal’ life shatters. She is forced to dig deep, and access the darkest depths of her soul, in a battle to survive.

Episode Highlights

Episode 1 – Monday, 19 January 2026

Paula is trying to end an affair with the handsome but married teacher Philip, which hasn’t gone unnoticed by the headmaster. If that wasn’t enough, she discovers a rat infestation in her basement. Paula asks handyman James to sort out the problem. There is an instant spark of animal attraction between the two, leading to a passionate one-night stand. Everything is not as it seems with James, with too many mouths to feed at home he is desperate for money. The pressure is on him, and since meeting Paula something seems to be haunting James…. Having learnt about the affair he tries to blackmail Philip. Things go terrifyingly wrong when he flies into a rage.

Episode 2 – Tuesday, 20 January 2026

Paula struggles to come to terms with Philip’s death and Mac’s superior seems determined to believe that it was suicide. Paula notices some things missing from her home and starts to believe that James was involved in Philip’s death somehow, she enlists Mac’s help. James meanwhile is trying to cope living with two warring women; Crystal accuses Morgan of speaking to the police and reacts violently. James fears that the police are closing in on him and his hallucinations are getting worse. He goes on the run. Paula again is trying to cope with her brother’s alcoholism and is having nightmares herself.

Episode 3 – Wednesday, 21 January 2026

Mac tries to recover from the attack but faces fierce repercussions at work. Meanwhile James is facing charges. Determinedly Mac continues to dig into James’ past, discovering that he had a troubling start to life. As if things couldn’t get any worse for Paula, she faced with the awful reality that Callum may never fully recover. She and Mac continue to get closer, but she is haunted by the image of James coming after her. When he is released, she faces him once more, but this time she is prepared for a fight.

 

February 2026 On Studio Universal Across Africa | Super-Charged Week With Alita: Battle Angel | Valentine's Special With Channel Premiere: The Super Mario Movie | More

Super-Charged Week

Mon 2nd – Sun 8th

Super-Charged Week returns to Studio, drifting into your February schedule for seven sensational days! A triple-billed, adrenaline-fueled takeover from 5pm

2 Fast 2 Furious

3rd February at 18:45

The second movie in the blockbusting action franchise hit cinemas two years after the original, with the pedal pressed all the way down. Former cop Brian O’Conner has moved to Miami, where he plans to turn over a new leaf. However, his love of street racing prompts him to fall foul of the law, and only a deal with the FBI to help take down a ruthless drug kingpin will keep him out of jail. Paul Walker reprises his role as O’Conner, while Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges and Tyrese Gibson co-star.

Bad Boys

3rd February at 20:35

Martin Lawrence and Will Smith play detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey in this first outing in the action franchise. When millions of dollars’ worth of heroin recovered from a robbery is stolen from under their noses, they have three days to get it back before the narcotics division is shut down. But what should be an open-and-shut case hits closer to home than they imagined. Stay tuned during Super-Charged Week as Smith and Lawrence return in sequels Bad Boys II and Bad Boys for Life.

Alita: Battle Angel

7th February at 17:00

Robert Rodriguez directs this take on Yukito Kishiro’s blockbusting manga series, about a cyborg with no memory of who she once was. Named Alita by the scientist who revived her, she learns she has a human brain and, eager to know more, soon discovers there is also more to her creator than meets the eye. Determined to unravel the mystery of her past, Alita embarks on a violent journey of discovery. Rosa Salazar plays the eponymous lead, while Jennifer Connelly and Christoph Waltz co-star.

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw

8th February at 21:25

A stellar cast features in this spin-off tale, focusing on chalk-and-cheese duo Luke Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) and Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham). They are forced to put aside their many grievances and join forces to take down Brixton Lore (Idris Elba). He’s a psychopathic former MI6 agent with a brilliant intellect, pretty much indestructible, and in possession of a deadly pathogen he’s not afraid to use against humankind. Watch out for appearances by Ryan Reynolds and Helen Mirren.

Valentine’s Special + Action Weekend

Valentine’s Day Special: Sat 14th @ 6pm, Action Weekend: Sat 21st – 22nd Feb (Double-bills from 8pm)

Will Bowser woo Princess Peach with his awesomeness? Tune in to find out! and...No one should come between one man and his dog. Action Weekend? Try Action Wick-end!

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

14th February at 18:00

Look no further for Valentine’s Day romance than this channel premiere. Plumbing brothers Mario and Luigi’s business is on the brink of disaster, and they hope solving a city leak will put them back on top. Instead, a pipe whisks Mario to the Mushroom Kingdom, where Princess Peach rules, while Luigi ends up in the Dark Lands, where overlord Bowser aims to make Peach his bride. Mario and a host of characters set out to overcome all obstacles, save Luigi, protect Peach and preserve their business.

John Wick

21st February at 20:00

This beautifully choreographed action thriller not only revived Keanu Reeves’ flagging acting career, it spawned two sequels, a comic book and a spin-off. It all began here, with assassin John Wick, retired from his work and ready to embrace domestic bliss. However, the sudden death of his wife leaves him reeling, and when the puppy that was her last gift to him is killed by a mobster’s goons, Wick sets out to have his bloody revenge. Willem Dafoe, Alfie Allen and Michael Nyqvist also feature.

John Wick: Chapter 2

21st February at 21:50

Three years after the hit first film, Keanu Reeves is back as the stylish assassin in this sequel. After striking a peace deal with Abram Tarasov, Wick aims to go back to his quiet life. However, Camorra crime boss Santino D’Antonio has other plans, and calls in the debt that Wick owes him. Although he initially refuses (with violent consequences), Wick eventually agrees, only for the situation to spiral quickly out of control. Riccardo Scamarcio, Common and Ruby Rose are among the cast.

John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum

22nd February at 22:05

The third film in the blockbusting franchise catches up with the legendary assassin as he tangles with Manhattan’s criminal underworld while having a price on his head thanks to a fatal mistake. Every hired gun in the city and beyond is eager to bring Wick down and claim the bounty. With almost every form of help denied him, the suited and booted ‘excommunicado’ Wick must use every ounce of his wits to stay alive. Keanu Reeves again heads the cast, with Halle Berry and Laurence Fishburne.

February 2026 On Universal TV And Bravo Across Africa | Channel Premiere: In Flight | Returning Shows Including The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills | More

Universal TV

IN FLIGHT

Season 1 – Territory Premiere

Premieres Thursday 19th February @8pm

Katherine Kelly stars as Jo Conran, a London-based flight attendant whose 19-year-old son is imprisoned in Bulgaria for a murder he insists he didn’t commit.

LAW & ORDER:

SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT

Season 27 – Territory Premiere

Premieres Wednesday 4th February @8pm

Led by Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson and Ice-T as Fin. Our flagship procedural returns bigger and better than ever with modern twists and emotional depth.

Continuing shows Include LEVERAGE: REDEMPTION Season 3 on Tuesdays @8pm and NCIS Season 21 on Mondays @8pm.

Bravo

The Braxtons

Premieres Sunday 1st February at 19:00

(with each subsequent episode premiering Sundays at 19:00) 

A brand-new series spin-off from the fan-favourite Braxton Family Values, comes Season 1 of The Braxtons, which marks an emotionally raw and intimate reunion of the Braxton family - Toni, Tamar, Towanda, Trina, and Ms. Evelyn - as they come together two years after the passing of their sister Traci to honour her final wish: that the sisters stay close.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Season 9 Premieres Monday 3rd February at 17:15

Double Bills Monday-Friday

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills continues in February on Bravo Africa. Season 9 centers around the explosive “Puppygate” scandal involving Lisa Vanderpump, Dorit Kemsley, and a rehomed dog, the fallout leading to a dramatic exit from the show. Hollywood star Denise Richards joins the cast, bringing fresh energy and candidness.

The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills

Season 10 Premieres Monday 19th February at 17:15

Double Bills Monday-Friday

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills continues in February on Bravo Africa. Season 10 introduces Garcelle Beauvais and Sutton Stracke, while Denise Richards becomes the focal point of controversy. The season features fashion launches, Broadway debuts, and a wild cast trip to Rome.

Continuing shows include Below Deck Down Under Season 3 on Sundays at 18:10 and Watch What Happens Live on Monday-Friday at 22:00.

January 2026 On Discovery Channel, TLC, HGTV And Food Network Across Africa | Channel Premiere: The Cult Of The Real Housewife | Returning Shows Including The Pioneer Woman | More

Discovery Channel

New Show

Little Giants S1

Meet some elusive micro-monsters that exist just beneath our feet.

First TX: 3 January

TX Day: Saturday

TX Time: 21:55

Last TX: 7 March

Returning shows include Homestead Rescue S7A on 1 January at 20:05, Wheeler Dealers: World Tour S2 on 9 January at 20:05 and Caught! (Anomaly S2 & Magilla S2) on 25 January at 21:00 & 21:30.

TLC

* For only ROA

The Cult Of The Real Housewife S1

Brand New Special 

A docuseries that investigates allegations of spiritual and financial misconduct surrounding The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City and her husband's church, uncovering the disturbing truths behind the headlines.

First TX: 11 January

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 25 January 

Suddenly Amish S1

Brand New 

The Amish community faces a crisis and Bishop Vernon has a solution; offer six outsiders the opportunity to join his community and become Amish.

First TX: 28 January

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 4 March

Into The Jungle With Ed Stafford

Brand New 

Explorer and former British Army captain Ed Stafford sets up an extreme survival school that will put struggling modern dads and their children through the toughest challenges.

First TX: 20 January

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 20:00

Last TX: 24 February 

Returning shows include 90 Day Fiance: Before The 90 Days S8 on 1 January at 20:00 and *Dangerously Obese S2 on 16 January at 21:00.

HGTV 

The Renovator S1

New Show

Marcus Lemonis uses design to help change people's lives one home renovation at the time.

First TX: 14 January

TX Day: Wednesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 4 March 

Design Down Under S1

New Show

Husband and wife design team, Richie Morris and Georgia Ezra, create one-of-a-kind, modern designs and bespoke access for clients in Melbourne, Australia while juggling their thriving businesses and family of four.

First TX: 27 January

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 17 March 

Returning shows include My Lottery Dream Home S18 on 5 January at 22:00, Island Life S20 on 4 January at 22:00 and House Hunters: Amazing Water Homes S3 on 4 January at 12:00.

Food Network 

Magnolia Table: At The Farm

Brand New

Joanna Gaines shares recipes, seasonal flavours and simple joys from her family's farm.

First TX: 8 January

TX Day: Thursday 

TX Time: 16:05

Last TX: 22 January 

Returning shows include The Pioneer Woman S39 on 29 January at 17:00 and Wildcard Kitchen on 31 January at 21:55.

January 2026 On Investigation Discovery (ID), Travel Channel, Discovery Family And Real Time Across Africa | Channel Premiere: The Secrets We Bury | Returning Shows Including Expedition Unknown | More

Investigation Discovery 

The Secrets We Bury S1

Brand New

Follow the Carroll siblings on their mission to find answers about their father's mysterious disappearance fifty-eight years ago.

First TX: 4 January

TX Day: Sunday

TX Time: 21:00

Last TX: 4 January

Returning shows include The Murder Tapes S7 on 14 January at 21:00, The Dead Files S7 on 17 January at 20:05 and People Magazine Investigates S9 on 26 January at 21:00.

Travel Channel

Returning shows include House Hunters International S132 on 16 January at 06:00, Expedition X S3 on 21 January at 21:10 and Expedition Unknown S9 on 13 January at 21:10.

Discovery Family

G.A.S. Extreme Customs S1

New To Channel 

Galpin Auto Sports, the number one custom auto shop in the country, lets America behind the scenes on their builds.

First TX: 12 January

TX Day: Monday 

TX Time: 17:35

Last TX: 26 January

Mark Rober's Revengineers S1

New To Channel 

Mark Rober, former NASA engineer and current Apple engineer, created a viral glitter prank to serve justice to doorstep delivery thieves. Now you can join him and his team to take down the morally impaired . He'll build a trap, set the bait and wait.

First TX: 26 January

TX Day: Monday - Thursday 

TX Time: 20:40

Last TX: 29 January

This Is Mark Rober S1

New To Channel 

Former NASA engineer, Mark Rober, became a YouTube superstar thanks to his hilarious pranks and intricate experiments. Using never-before-seen footage, Mark dives deep into the concepts and processes for some of his most viral videos.

First TX: 2 January

TX Day: Friday 

TX Time: 17:35

Last TX: 30 January

Wheeler Dealers: Dream Car S1

New To Channel 

Supremo car dealer Mike Brewer pairs up with a multi-skilled mechanic to take on his toughest mission yet: to help hapless car enthusiasts trade up their rusty runarounds to the car of their dreams.

First TX: 6 January

TX Day: Tuesday 

TX Time: 17:35

Last TX: 27 January

Real Time

Returning shows include Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives S31 & S32 on 19 January at 12:55, Evil Lives Here S8 on 12 January at 22:30 and House Hunters International S194, S195 & S196 on 7 January at 14:35.

January 2026 On TNT Across Africa | Happy New Flicks With Mercury Rising | Blockbuster Rewind With Top Gun | More

* premieres are in bold

Happy New Flicks

Stunt

Start 2026 with TNT’s Happy New Flicks! This January, TNT brings fresh blockbusters every Thursday. Kick off the year with action, drama, and stories that captivate.

Thursday, 1 January

20:30 Contraband (2012)

Thursday, 8 January

20:30 Hard Target (1993)

Thursday, 15 January

20:30 Mercury Rising (1998)

Thursday, 22 January

20:30 American Made (2017)

Thursday, 29 January

20:30 Emily The Criminal (2022)

Chaos & Chuckles 2.0

Stunt

Sundays Just Got Ridiculous with CHAOS & CHUCKLES 2.0!

TNT is back with its wildest comedy stunt - double features every Sunday in January. Expect absurd humor, chaotic energy, and laugh-out-loud moments all month long.

Sunday, 4 January

18:15 The Boss Baby (2017)

20:00 Shazam! (2019)

Sunday, 11 January

18:10 Get Smart (2008)

20:00 Renfield (2023)

Sunday, 18 January

18:15 Ride Along (2014)

20:00 Ride Along 2 (2016)

Sunday, 25 January

18:15 The Nutty Professor (1996)

20:00 The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000)

Blockbuster Rewind

Stunt

This month, TNT brings back the legends! Every Saturday, viewers can dive into three backto-back cinematic icons with Blockbuster Rewind. These timeless hits still pack a punch; because great stories never get old.

Saturday, 3 January

16:25 The Mask (1994)

18:05 Top Gun (1986)

20:00 The Mummy (1999)

Saturday, 10 January

15:40 Under Siege (1992)

17:25 Gladiator (2000)

20:00 The Dark Knight (2008)

Saturday, 17 January

15:50 First Blood (1982)

17:25 Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

20:00 Last Boy Scout (1991)

Saturday, 24 January

16:15 Rush Hour (1998)

17:55 Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)

20:00 I am Legend (2007)

Saturday, 31 January

16:15 Cliffhanger (1993)

18:05 Lethal Weapon (1987)

20:00 Final Destination (2000)

New Scooby-Doo! Gokko Show To Launch In 2027

During a launch event for the new "Scooby-Doo x Miss Frandy" makeup line in Brazil, held in November 2025, a retrospective of the franchise's history was presented. In that context, the development of a new animated "Scooby-Doo" project titled Scooby-Doo! Gokko was announced, with a planned premiere in 2027.

The project would follow an aesthetic and conceptual line similar to Tom & Jerry Gokko, a series of animated shorts in a kawaii/chibi style, clearly inspired by Japanese productions like Hello Kitty. This series originally premiered in Japan in 2022 and made its international debut in mid-2025, currently available on both YouTube and HBO Max.

On the other hand, there is a possibility that Scooby-Doo! Gokko could be the final version of the "Go-Go Mystery Machine" project, which may have evolved—including a title change—to align with the visual and conceptual identity of Tom & Jerry Gokko.

So far, no official updates have been announced about that production, which was revealed in June 2024 and conceived with strong influences from Asian culture, incorporating new characters and a setting in Japan.

However, this hypothesis seems, for now, less likely.

"Go-Go Mystery Machine" was announced in 2024.

The title refers to the Japanese word gokko (ごっこ), used to describe children's role-playing games, which—just like with Tom & Jerry Gokko—suggests a softer, more stylized reinterpretation aimed at a younger audience of the classic mystery-solving gang.

In this sense, it cannot be ruled out that Warner Bros. is considering establishing "Gokko" as a sub-brand to develop chibi versions of its most iconic animated properties, a strategy that could eventually extend to franchises like Looney Tunes or even the DC Universe.

We have already seen child-oriented versions of Mystery Inc. in A Pup Named Scooby-Doo (1988).

In addition to Tom and Jerry, Warner Bros. maintains a close and long-standing relationship with anime. Beyond the legendary Toonami block on Cartoon Network and Adult Swim—where series like Dragon Ball, Naruto, Sailor Moon, Gundam Wing, Inuyasha, Yu Yu Hakusho, and One Piece aired—the company has attempted on various occasions to translate some of its most iconic characters into the language of Japanese animation. For example, both The Amazing World of Gumball and the 2020 reboot of Animaniacs include sequences animated with a clear anime aesthetic.

In the case of Adult Swim, the network produced completely original anime series such as Fena: Pirate Princess, Ninja Kamui, Uzumaki, the most recent seasons of FLCL, and Blade Runner: Black Lotus, inspired by the world-renowned film franchise. Similarly, Rick and Morty featured several shorts animated by Japanese studios like Studio Deen, Sola Entertainment, and Telecom Animation Film, in addition to a full spin-off titled Rick and Morty: The Anime. This is joined by productions developed entirely in Japan, such as Batman Ninja and Suicide Squad Isekai, both created by Warner Bros. in collaboration with local studios.

Within Cartoon Network's programming, We Bare Bears had a spin-off, We Baby Bears, which—without being full anime—explicitly adopted a Japanese, chibi, and kawaii style designed to connect with Eastern audiences. Likewise, series like Teen Titans, ThunderCats, and Ben 10 show a marked anime influence in both their visual design and staging. Even Craig of the Creek featured an anime-style opening sequence produced especially for its YouTube release.

Finally, Warner Bros. co-produced with Toei Animation an anime-format series of The Powerpuff Girls, titled Powerpuff Girls Z. Additionally, at the end of 2024, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim premiered, a prequel film to the successful live-action trilogy, produced by Sola Digital Arts. This adds to the development of a "Japanese" version of Wacky Races, though, by all indications, that last project was ultimately shelved.

For now, no further details about Scooby-Doo! Gokko were provided during the presentation, though new updates on this project are expected in the coming months.

Article was published on TVLaint

Looks Like ePlesier Is Switching To 7 Day Viewing

During the month, it was reported e.tv would be adjusting its primetime schedule by having Kelders Van Geheime move to 19:00 as e.tv News takes up it's former timeslot at 18:30. The soon to be axed Scandal! will move to where e.tv News at 20:00.

Prior to this, eExtra made changes to it's morning schedule adding Uzioziola: Regrets from e.tv while scrapping House Of Zwide and Smoke & Mirrors. Another adjustment is for Kelders Van Geheime which moves to 19:30 from 19 January.

Now ePlesier will serve as channel number 3 to get a revamped schedule as eMedia Investments' had been teasing this for sometime. From what we can gather through a recent post it appears all shows will now air everyday including weekends.

Other channels already seen on Openview to already offer 7 day viewing is mainly Bollywood channels like Star Life and Star Khanya.

For a channel that leans on reruns, it shouldn't come as a suprise I mean eMedia Investments' made similar attempts last year with Scandal! and it only burnt it's ad revenue. With a repeats channel, there isn't much loss for the broadcaster.

With ePlesier's switch to 7 days it's likely that Kelders Van Geheime will fall off the bandwagon as premiere epsiodes remain on e.tv from Mondays to Fridays. Another scenario is them airing previous week episodes.

Juana's Story And Aurora's Quest No Longer Moving Forward On DStv Following The Closure Of TLNovelas

MultiChoice will be axing TelevisaUnivison's TLNovelas channel from DStv and GOtv platforms by the end of the month. As part of Canal+'s cost cutting measures following it's takeover of the company.

According to some insiders, TLNovelas allegedly had two shows slated for African audiences and were slated to launch in the first quarter of the year. Following their axing, these titles would be directed to TLN Network in Angola and Mozambique.

Affected shows included Juana's Story (La Historia De Juana) and Aurora's Quest (El Ángel De Aurora).

Synopsis for Juana's Story 

The narrative follows Juana Guadalupe Bravo (played by Camila Valero), a 20-year-old virgin and engineering student. Her life is unexpectedly upended during a routine medical checkup when she is accidentally artificially inseminated due to a clinical mix-up. 

As Juana grapples with an impossible pregnancy, she eventually crosses paths with the biological father, Gabriel Rubio (played by Brandon Peniche). Gabriel is a powerful businessman and cancer survivor who had previously frozen his sperm, believing it was his only chance to have a child and leave a legacy. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, the two begin a complicated journey that evolves into a deep, unconventional romance. 

Synopsis for Aurora's Quest

The story is set in motion by Jezabel, Aurora's jealous sister, who orchestrates a brutal attack on Aurora by a man known as "El Pintas". Aurora becomes pregnant as a result of this rape. 

On Aurora’s wedding day to her fiancé, Antonio, Jezabel presents a falsified DNA test claiming the baby is not his. Simultaneously, El Pintas calls Antonio to falsely claim he and Aurora were lovers. Devastated, Antonio abandons Aurora at the altar.

Driven by shame and sexism, Aurora’s father, Miguel, snatches her newborn son, Gabriel, and gives him to a humble couple, Pascual and Victoria, to raise. 

Gabriel has grown up as Ángel Santos, unaware of his true origin. Destiny brings him into Aurora’s world when he begins working at her corporation.

Development Alert: SABC 2 Acquired Broadcasting Rights To Ouma Sarie From eExtra's Kuiertyd, To Launch In February 2026

Not long ago, it was reported that SABC 2 would be making minor adjustments to primetime schedule in February 2026. This includes the reinstatement of Afrikaans news and to no one surprise the induction of the sitcom Ouma Sarie.

A few years ago, SABC made the decision to cancel 7de Laan as the soap was deemed non viable. Since then, SABC had made no attempts at replacing the soap with it's timeslot that was taken up by Deal Or No Deal SA and reruns of Vetkoekpaleis.

This led consumers to rely on rival broadcasters such as eExtra's Kuiertyd whose parent company coincidentally launched a rivalled soap Kelders Van Geheime. Even KykNET features an extensive lineup of shows such as Binnelanders and Suidooster.

Now it looks like SABC 2 is going back to basics and could as well be trying to revisit this market with Ouma Sarie from 9 February at 18:30.

Synopsis for Ouma Sarie 

Ouma Sarie is a popular South African comedy series centered on a no-nonsense, straight-talking Karoo grandmother who navigates daily life with sass, humor, and a unique ability to get her way, becoming a beloved figure known for her blunt advice and community presence, starring Moses Williams as the titular character in a hit Afrikaans sitcom. 

SABC 2 Ushers Into The New Year With The Revival Of Nuus, Debuts Pimville And More In February 2026

In the coming weeks, e.tv will be reshuffling their primetime schedule with Smoke & Mirrors and Scandal! concluding soon. Kelders Van Geheime will now be grouped with these shows as e.tv News takes up it's 18:30 timeslot.

Last year, Muvhango concluded on SABC 2 after its 28 year run on the channel and plans were underway to fill up the slot with a new series, Pimville. The show was initially slated to launch in August 2025 but was delayed to February 2026.

There was very little communication over this and as you can imagine for the rest of the year SABC 2 was filling up it's schedule with mostly repeats.

In the case of Pimville, it's likely to end up in the same boat as Queendom on the defunct BET Africa and The Estate on SABC 3.

Firstly, SABC entrusted the livelihood of this show to Bakwena Productions who had been involved in various scandals over non-payment. You can only assume Pimville is another victim and SABC has enough episodes for most of 2026.

Another development at SABC 2 is the apparent reinstatement of Afrikaans news bulletin at 18:30 in February 2026. This comes after SABC had told the media that they'd fold this bulletin alongside a batch of Afrikaans content on SABC 3.

This is part of their so-called "new era" which is just a facade as the move only damaged the viewership for these shows. Some insiders had stated there was no market research done when these changes were made last year.

The cash strapped broadcaster has acquired the Afrikaans sitcom Ouma Sarie from eExtra's Kuiertyd. This is probably their way of trying to fill the void after the abrupt cancellation of 7de Laan.

Press statement from the SABC 

SABC 2 is entering a New Era – a renewed chapter defined by authentic South African storytelling, cultural familiarity, and a deeper connection to everyday life.

This New Era marks a deliberate shift towards programming that feels relevant, emotionally resonant and grounded in lived South African experiences. It reflects a channel that is confident in its audience, clear in its purpose and intentional in how it serves viewers across generations.

As part of this evolution, SABC 2 introduces the first wave of programming that signals the tone, energy and intent of the New Era ahead of the full channel rollout on 09 February 2026.

NEW ERA – FIRST WAVE PROGRAMMING

Eintlik Let’s Connect – 16h30

A topical afternoon companion offering real conversations, lifestyle insights and everyday South African voices.

Afrikaans Nuus – 18h30

The inclusion of Afrikaans Nuus on SABC 2 underscores the channel’s commitment to linguistic diversity, ensuring Afrikaans-speaking audiences are meaningfully represented within the public broadcaster’s comprehensive and accessible news service.

Ouma Sarie – 19h00

A warm, multi-generational favourite that celebrates humour, tradition and the relationships that anchor South African families.

Deal or No Deal – 19h30

The iconic game show Deal or No Deal, hosted by Katlego Maboe, moves into a new timeslot, bringing anticipation, excitement and shared family viewing into primetime.

Pimville – 21h00

Positioned as the flagship of SABC 2’s New Era, Pimville is a powerful telenovela set in Soweto that explores ambition, resilience, love and consequence through authentic township storytelling.

Colour Your Plate with KOO – Sundays 19h00

A vibrant cooking competition celebrating nutritious meals and South Africa’s diverse culinary heritage returns for a new season.

Together, these programmes mark the opening movement of SABC 2’s New Era – a confident first step that signals change while setting the stage for more to come.

Further announcements, including additional weekday and weekend programming, will be revealed at SABC 2’s Live in Every Beat: The Pulse of South Africa launch on 29 January 2026.

SABC 2’s refreshed schedule goes on air from 9 February 2026.

eVOD Onthul Nuwe Turkse Drama Aslan Leeuhart

eVOD, 'n Suid-Afrikaanse stroomdiens wat plaaslik vervaardigde inhoud en internasionale dienste aanbied, het die byvoeging van 'n nuwe reeks getiteld Aslan Leeuhart aangekondig. Die reeks, bekend as Aile in Turkye, sal vanaf 7 Januarie op eVOD stroom.

Sinopsis vir Aslan Leeuhart

Baie van die drama spruit uit Hülya se obsessiewe beheer oor haar seuns. Sy beskou Devin as 'n bedreiging vir haar dominansie en gebruik manipulerende taktieke – insluitend die gebruik van Aslan se vervreemde broer, Cihan, as 'n "troefkaart" – om hul verhouding te saboteer.

Cihan Soykan, die "donker" lid van die familie, soek in die geheim terapie by Devin. Dit lei tot 'n massiewe konfrontasie tussen die twee broers terwyl die bloedige geheime van die Soykan-verlede blootgelê word.

Die Soykans staar eksterne bedreigings van mededingende misdaadfamilies in die gesig, veral İlyas Koruzade. Hierdie konflik eskaleer in bomme en geteikende aanvalle, wat Aslan en Cihan dwing om 'n ongemaklike alliansie te vorm om die familie te beskerm.

Regdeur die reeks veg Aslan en Devin om 'n "normale" lewe te bou. 'n Belangrike plotpunt laat in die reeks behels Devin se hoërisiko-swangerskap, wat sy aanvanklik van Aslan probeer wegsteek weens die gevaar wat hul leefstyl inhou.

Dit vertolk Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ as Aslan Soykan, Serenay Sarıkaya as Devin Akın, Nur Sürer as Hülya Soykan, Nejat İşler as Cihan Soykan, Canan Ergüder as Leyla Soykan Sayıcı, en Levent Ülgen as İbrahim Soykan.

Aslan Leeuhart het op 7 Maart 2023 die première gehad en op 30 Januarie 2024 op Show TV afgesluit. Die reeks het uit 30 episodes bestaan, elk met 'n duur van 120 minute (2 uur).

Later in die maand sal eMedia Investments 'n nuwe romantiese drama, Sout Van Die Aarde, bekendstel. Die romantiese dramasterre, Berk Atan en Gülsim Ali, speel die hoofrolle in hierdie komediedrama.

eVOD Unveils New Turkish Drama Aslan Leeuhart

eVOD, a South African based streaming services offering locally produced content and international services has announced the addition of a new series titled Aslan Leeuhart. Known as Aile in Turkey, the series will be streaming on eVOD from January 7th.

Synopsis for Aslan Leeuhart 

Much of the drama stems from Hülya’s obsessive control over her sons. She views Devin as a threat to her dominance and uses manipulative tactics—including using Aslan's estranged brother, Cihan, as a "trump card"—to sabotage their relationship.

Cihan Soykan, the "dark" member of the family, seeks therapy from Devin in secret. This leads to a massive confrontation between the two brothers as the bloody secrets of the Soykan past are exposed.

The Soykans face external threats from rival crime families, most notably İlyas Koruzade. This conflict escalates into bombings and targeted attacks, forcing Aslan and Cihan to form an uneasy alliance to protect the family.

Throughout the series, Aslan and Devin fight to build a "normal" life. A major late-series plot point involves Devin's high-risk pregnancy, which she initially tries to hide from Aslan due to the danger their lifestyle poses. 

It starred Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ as Aslan Soykan, Serenay Sarıkaya as Devin Akın, Nur Sürer as Hülya Soykan, Nejat İşler as Cihan Soykan, Canan Ergüder as Leyla Soykan Sayıcı and Levent Ülgen as İbrahim Soykan.

Aslan Leeuhart premiered on March 7, 2023 and concluded on January 30, 2024 on Show TV. The series consisted of 30 episodes each with a duration of 120 minutes (2 hours).

Later in the month, eMedia Investments' will be debuting a new romantic drama, Sout Van Die Aarde. The romantic drama stars Berk Atan and Gülsim Ali play the leading roles in this comedy drama.

Chrysalis Season 3 January 2026 Teasers For eExtra

Thursday 1 January 2026

Episode 32

Nalan finally gives Feride a piece of her mind, all while trying to figure out what her next move might be.

Friday 2 January 2026

Episode 33

Nalan adjusts to her new freedom. Sedat confronts Nalan. News of their divorce reaches the tabloids. Hayri and Nalan have dinner together.

 

Monday 5 January 2026

Episode 34

Feride and Muzaffer go looking for Nalan but she's nowhere to be found. Sedat has had enough of Cana and tells her off.

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Episode 35

Feride wants to punish Nalan to try and manipulate her. Cana decides to pay Gulcihan a visit. Sedat believes that Nalan will run back into his arms.

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Episode 36

Nalan makes an appointment in the hopes of starting her new chapter. Sedat is convinced he will bring his wife home which puts Hayri in a bad mood.

Thursday 8 January 2026

Episode 37

Nalan is ready to start her new life, but money seems to be a problem. Will Muzo be able to help her?

Friday 9 January 2026

Episode 38

Nalan makes her decision known to the Koroglus and to the press. Sedat blames Hayri for egging Nalan on.

 

Monday 12 January 2026

Episode 39

Feride gives Nalan an ultimatum. Cana can't wait to move into her new home but Cavit has other plans.

Tuesday 13 January 2026

Episode 40

Hayri is determined to find out what changed with Nalan and asks Billur for help. Sedat expects an apology from Nalan.

Wednesday 14 January 2026

Episode 41

Hayri does everything in his power to see Nalan to find out what's going on, but he is not happy with the outcome, all while Feride is one step ahead as always.

Thursday 15 January 2026

Episode 42

Sedat and Nalan reveal to the press that they are back together. The Koroglus receive shocking news about Cana and the baby. Hayri tries to find out what made Nalan change her mind.

Friday 16 January 2026

Episode 43

Sedat is desperate to win Nalan's heart again. Hayri refuses to let go of his love for Nalan. Feride wants Nalan to fall pregnant as soon as possible.

 

Monday 19 January 2026

Episode 44

Hayri is desperate to get answers from Nalan. Nalan shares the truth with Billur. Sedat has recovered from Cana's passing.

Tuesday 20 January 2026

Episode 45

Sedat takes Nalan out on a romantic date. Hayri receives shocking information. Selen's suspicion about Nalan and Hayri grows.

Wednesday 21 January 2026

Episode 46

Nalan plans to meet a mysterious caller. Feride is suspicious of Nalan's every move. Sedat has big plans for his new role in the company. Hayri goes to see Rafet.

Thursday 22 January 2026

Episode 47

Muzo talks to Billur about Nalan. Nalan is on her way to meet her father's friend. The family celebrates Sedat' achievement.

Friday 23 January 2026

Episode 48

Nalan confronts Feride about her father. The Koroglus are very surprised with Feride's friendly demeanor.

 

Monday 26 January 2026

Episode 49

Nalan has to deal with a tragic event. Hafize has to keep a secret and execute someone's dying wish.

Tuesday 27 January 2026

Episode 50

Nalan and the Koroglus grieves the death of Feride, all while Metin and Hayri tries to get Nalan's attention.

Wednesday 28 January 2026

Episode 51

Sedat is looking for an assistant. Nalan opens up to Muzo about Feride's death. Hayri sneaks into the mansion to talk to Nalan.

Thursday 29 January 2026

Episode 52

Hayri and Sedat confront each other and gets the whole Koroglu family up in arms; Nalan acts like nothing is wrong.

Friday 30 January 2026

Episode 53

Nalan packs up Feride's belongings. Nalan tells Hayri to stay away. Metin wants to meet Hafize and Sedat starts throwing his weight around.

 

Premiere episodes of Chrysalis 3 air on eExtra from Monday to Friday at 21h00.

January 2026 On Nick Jr. Across Europe And Africa | Returning Shows Including Dora And Tim Rex In Space

Nick Jr. is not skimping on premieres in January, and this channel is also entering a new phase for the domestic audience.

As you already know, both Nickelodeon and Nicktoons are undergoing major changes starting in January, as we are switching from the ad-supported version to becoming an ad-free channel. You know what that means: less time passes between individual programs, often only a promo or short filler is aired, which allows even more shows to be broadcast thanks to the freed-up airtime.

But let's get to the novelties. At the beginning of the month, Dora's final season continues, and the day after the series finale, a channel premiere takes its place. It's been more than a year since new episodes last aired, so it was high time for the final season of Sharkdog. The third season will air on weekday mornings, with afternoon repeats. Thanks to the global feed covering many countries across multiple continents, repeat slots are necessary so that every country can watch their favorite shows at a convenient local time. That's why all premiere times are listed in this article, although this may not necessarily continue in the future.

Finally, the January novelties conclude with the premieres of the second season of Tim Rex In Space. For this series, premieres will also be in the morning, repeated twice during the day and again early the next morning.

It should also be mentioned that with the new feed, the schedule changes in that Blaze and the Monster Machines returns to the regular lineup, while The Adventures of Paddington is removed.

Sharkdog – new season, channel premiere

2026-01-05  3x01a-b Sharks, Dogs and Sharkdogs / Sharkdoggy Day – season opener

2026-01-06  3x01c-3x02a Fins That Go Bump in the Night / Gnome is Where the Art is

2026-01-07   3x02b-c News Hounds / Sharkdog VS Sharkdog

2026-01-08   3x03a-b All Mapped Out / Sharkdog on Ice

2026-01-09   3x03c-3x04a How Barb Got Her Groove Back / Stranger Fins

2026-01-12  3x04b-c Sharkdog and Mia's Eggcellent Adventure / Snow Way Out

2026-01-13   3x05a-b School of Sharkpups / How to Train Your Sharkpups

2026-01-14   3x05c-3x06a Sharkbites & Pupcakes / Puptown Funk

2026-01-15   3x06b-c Pup, Pup and Away / Sharks on a Boat

2026-01-16   3x07 Return to the Island – series finale

Dora

2026-01-01   4x11 Volleybull! / Different is Excellent

2026-01-02   4x12 Gaucho Games / Princess Dora

2026-01-03   4x13a Side-Swiped

2026-01-04   4x13b Quest for the Blue Bananas – series finale

Tim Rex In Space

2026-01-19   2x02 Super Dad / Time Out / Cookies

2026-01-20   2x03a Beach Scanner

2026-01-21   2x03b Tidy

2026-01-22   2x03c Pets

2026-01-23   2x04a Astropumpkin

2026-01-26   2x04c Dinerstore

2026-01-27   2x05c Hat

2026-01-28   2x06a Roadtrip

2026-01-29   2x06b Tickets

2026-01-30   2x06c Talent Show

I-Premiere Yesiteshi: I-Uhambo Iza NgoMasingana Ku-Star Khanya

Star Khanya, isiteshi sokuzijabulisa esijwayelekile esinikeza amadrama e-Bollywood abhalwe ngesiZulu, simemezele ukwengezwa kochungechunge olusha, i-Uhambo. Lokhu kusho ukuthi "Ukuhamba" noma "Uhambo" ngesiZulu futhi eyaziwa eNdiya njenge-Sampoorna.

Isifinyezo se-Uhambo

UMitti, umama wekhaya ozinikele, uphonswa enhlekeleleni lapho uNaina, intokazi ethanda u-Aakash ngasese, embeka izinsolo ezinkulu, okuholela ekuboshweni kwakhe. Njengoba uphenyo lwamaphoyisa luqala, oluholwa ngu-Inspector Sattu, uMitti uphoqeleka ukuthi abhekane nokungabaza kanye nesiyaluyalu semizwa. Indaba igxile ohambweni lwakhe lokuthola amaqiniso ayimfihlo ngemuva kwalezi zinsolo kanye nomzabalazo wakhe wokulwela ubulungiswa kanye nokubuyisela isithunzi sakhe phakathi kwehlazo lomphakathi. Uchungechunge luhlola ubunkimbinkimbi bokwethembana kanye nokulindelwe yinhlangano njengoba uMitti enquma ukuthi uzomelela yini kumyeni wakhe noma abhekane neqiniso elingakhululekile lesimo.

Kususelwa ochungechungeni lwesiBengali i-Noshtoneer olwalubhekene nezindikimba ezibucayi njengokudlwengulwa emshadweni kanye nomzabalazo wowesifazane ukuvikela umakoti wakhe ekuhlukunyezweni, okuphakamisa ukuthi ukuguqulelwa kwesiHindi nakho kubhekana nezindaba ezinzima zenhlalo.

Kudlale uSandipta Sen njengoMitti Kapoor Malhotra, uAham Sharma njengoDkt. Akash Malhotra, uVishal Aditya Singh njengo-SI Satyendra "Sattu" Prasad Lohar kanye noRiyaa Kapoor njengoNaina Singh ezindimeni eziholelayo.

I-Uhambo yaqala ukubonakala ku-StarPlus ngomhla zi-8 kuMandulo 2025 futhi yaphela ngomhla zi-9 kuZibandlela 2025 ngemuva kweziqephu ezingama-85 zemizuzu engamashumi amathathu. Uchungechunge luhlelelwe ukubonakala ku-Star Khanya kusukela ngoMsombuluko kuya kuLwesihlanu ngo-8:30 ebusuku kusukela ngomhla zi-5 kuMasingana.

Channel Premiere: Uhambo Coming This January To Star Khanya

Star Khanya, a general entertainment channel offering Zulu dubbed Bollywood dramas has announced the addition of a new series, Uhambo. This means "Travelling" or "The Journey" in Isizulu and is known in India as Sampoorna.

Synopsis for Uhambo 

Mitti, a devoted homemaker, is thrust into a crisis when Naina, a young woman who secretly loves Aakash, makes serious allegations against him, leading to his arrest. As a police investigation begins, led by Inspector Sattu, Mitti is forced to grapple with doubt and emotional turmoil. The narrative focuses on her journey to uncover the hidden truths behind the accusations and her struggle to fight for justice and reclaim her dignity amidst the public scandal. The show explores the complexities of trust and societal expectations as Mitti decides whether to stand by her husband or confront the unsettling reality of the situation. 

Based on the Bengali series Noshtoneer which dealt with sensitive themes like marital rape and a woman's fight to protect her sister-in-law from abuse, suggesting the Hindi adaptation also tackles weighty social issues. 

It starred Sandipta Sen as Mitti Kapoor Malhotra, Aham Sharma as Dr. Akash Malhotra, Vishal Aditya Singh as SI Satyendra "Sattu" Prasad Lohar and Riyaa Kapoor as Naina Singh in leading roles.

Uhambo premiered on StarPlus on 8 September 2025 and concluded on 9 December 2025 after 85 half hour episodes. The series is scheduled to air on Star Khanya from Mondays to Fridays at 8:30PM starting from 5th of January.

Channel Closure: TLNovelas Will Stop Airing On DStv And GOtv From 31 January 2026 Due To Canal+'s Cost Cutting At MultiChoice

MultiChoice in a statement:

We regularly review our channel line-up to ensure we offer customers the best in local and international content. This is done to ensure we deliver unbeatable content and that our DStv services cater for the needs and viewing requirements of our customers. As part of this ongoing process, some channels may be terminated. 

After Canal+ managed to forge an agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery for MultiChoice operations in Africa. A notice was sent out informing subscribers of TLNovelas's departure from DStv on 31 January 2026.

Not long ago, Paramount had claimed the lives of CBS Reality, CBS Justice, MTV Base and BET. Now consumers have to sayanara to TLNovelas which serves as the first victim in Canal+'s cost cutting.

TLNovelas was added to MultiChoice's DStv and GOtv platforms across Africa in September 2020 as a pop-up channel. StarTimes offered it as a permanent addition in a separate agreement when it launched in May 2020 - no longer available.

For DStv consumers, this was accompanied by two other pop-up channels, Timeless Dizi Channel and ZooMoo. Out of the three, MultiChoice had opted to keep only TLNovelas while removing ZooMoo and Timeless Dizi Channel. 

After five years, TLNovelas will take a bow on 31 January 2026 with Love To Death and It Had To Be You airing in double bill form. MultiChoice has no plans to replace the channel leaving Telemundo as the only other alternative on the platform.

Telemundo will be launching a new female led drama The Woman In Charge which serves as a reboot to Woman Of Steel. This will be followed by the romantic drama Love Of My Life in the month of February.

The Woman In Charge January 2026 Teasers For Telemundo

Monday, 26 January, Gloria’s wedding turns tragic when her ex, Cuervo, attacks, killing her father; her husband Fierro dies protecting her.

Tuesday, 27 January, Duque only wants to know where the money Fierro stole is, but Gloria insists she knows nothing and accuses him of killing her family.

Wednesday, 28 January, When Gloria seeks support from her brother-in-law, the governor, after the police raid her home, she receives a harsh surprise.

Thursday, 29 January, Cuervo breaks into Sebastián’s house and catches Gloria naked. He tries to rape her and take her away. She begs him not to hurt her.

Friday, 30 January, After being released, Sebastián seeks out his sister-in-law to tell her where the money Juan José left him is hidden.

Saturday, 31 January, Gloria arrives at the hideout and finds the backpack with two hundred thousand dollars, but Jacinto corners her and demands the money.

The Woman In Charge

Starts Monday 26th January

Every Night At 9PM WAT / 10PM CAT