E.tv's Openview Drops 2 More Channels

OpenView has announced that it will be cancelling sports channel Trace Sports Stars as well as Afrikaans religious channel KruisKyk.

KruisKyk, which aired on channel 151, is being removed from the broadcaster’s catalog today, while Trace Sports Stars – which is found on channel 116 – will run until Tuesday 14 May.

“The decision to let go of both the KruisKyk and Trace Sports Stars channels from OpenView has been a challenging one,” said GM of group content services Ziyanda Mngomezulu.

OpenView said that since its inception in the South African market in 2013, it has invested extensively into the satellite platform and the bouquet strategies, which have been adapted and reshaped in response to market dynamics.

What's Coming Up In June 2019 On Disney XD Africa

DuckTales S2 New Episodes
Weekdays @ 17:30, from 3rd -7th June
Synopsis: Huey, Dewey and Louie, along with Mrs. Beakley’s granddaughter, Webby, discover long-kept family secrets from Scrooge’s epic past, sending the family on escapades around the world!

Milo Murphy’s Law S2 New Episodes
Weekdays @ 17:00, from 24th June – 4th July
Synopsis: Milo is always expecting the unexpected and no matter what goes wrong, he's prepared, armed with knowledge, a backpack of supplies, and an endless sense of optimism.

S2/E49 - Safety First: Milo and Elliot accidentally get handcuffed together and Elliot learns to understand why he’s so obsessed with safety. 24 June
S2/E50 - Cavendish Unleashed: Milo and the gang are bored so decide to learn a different, seemingly useless skill. Cavendish accidentally unleashes a giant alien cyclops from a crashed UFO. 25 June
S2/E51 - First Impressions: Six-year-old Milo meets Melissa for the first time and Murphy’s Law makes their first day of Kindergarten a rather big adventure, and a rocky start to their friendship. 26 June
S2/E52 - The Speech and Debate League of Death and Destruction Cross Town Explosion Event: Zack and Milo join Melissa’s wrestling/speech and debate team against their cross-town rivals. 27 June
S2/E53 - The Mid-Afternoon Snack Club: Milo, Melissa, Zack, Mort, Amanda, and Bradley are stuck in detention for the afternoon. They have to work together to overcome some Murphy’s Law adventures. 28 June

What's Coming Up In June 2019 On Disney Junior Africa

Vampirina S2 Launch
Weekdays @ 17:30, 27th May – 21st June
Synopsis: The newest monster on the block is back with more batty adventures and surprises! She may be blue with pointy teeth, but she’s not that different underneath!

Chip ‘N’ Dale Nutty Tales Shorts
Weekdays @ 16:25, 17th – 21st June
Synopsis: Chip and Dale get into more mischievous adventures with the help of some of their Disney friends.

Paprika S1 New Episodes
Weekends @ 07:00, 15th – 30th June
Synopsis: No hurdle’s too high for the Paprika twins Olivia and Stan as they turn everyday life into wonderful, colourful adventures!

What's Coming Up In June 2019 On Disney Channel Africa

101 Dalmatian Street New Episodes
Weekdays @ 16:00, 3rd – 14th June. 
Synopsis: Based on the iconic story, this new series, set in 21st Century London, follows the adventures of Dolly and Dylan, mum Delilah and dad Doug, and their 97 younger brothers and sisters.

Bug Juice: My Adventures at Camp (New Episodes)
Weekdays @ 17:15, 27th May – 7th June.
Synopsis: Follow a group of kids at summer camp as they experience life away from home, make new friends, learn new activities from archery to drama, and create memories.

Newzroom Afrika Launches On DStv

The addition of Newzroom Afrika will add further news diversity to MultiChoice platforms

MultiChoice Group (MCG) is proud to announce that it will soon be adding Newzroom Afrika to its portfolio of news channels on 2nd May 2019. The channel founded by Thokozani Nkosi and Thabile Ngwato, will complement the existing local and international news channels currently available on DStv; joining the likes of CNN, BBC, Sky News, Al Jazeera, eNCA and SABC.

Newzroom Afrika will be live on DStv channel number 405 and will be available to DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, Access and EasyView customers. The channel will be simulcast (SD/HD) and available 24/7.

In addition to the traditional DStv linear platform, Newzroom Afrika will also be available via streaming on smartphone, tablet or desktop, through DStv Now.

According to Yolisa Phahle, CEO of General Entertainment, “the addition of Newzroom Afrika will increase the diversity of voices and perspectives in South Africa’s news media space. Their vision and entrepreneurial outlook has the potential to grow news viewership through its commitment to consumer centric, objective analysis and a strong digital focus”.

Newzroom Afrika promises a fresh take on news coverage, with credible and leading voices who will deliver  the day’s top stories. The talent line-up features experienced news professionals from  the industry. In addition, Newzroom Afrika will provide a platform for new talent to develop both in front of and behind the camera. The company will be supported by  an experienced and respected management team and editorial board.

“We are proud of how quickly Newzroom has progressed and wish them everything of the best,” concluded Phahle.

DreamWorks And Xilam Studios Brand New Series Makes It Way To Boomerang Africa Screens In June 2019 Alongside Brand New Episodes Of Everyone's Favorite Rabbit And Lemmings

BRAND NEW SERIES
MR. MAGOO
Oh Mr. Magoo – you’ve done it again!

Everything is perfectly imperfect in Mr. Magoo’s universe, for this short-sighted old man, perception is everything! Nothing is as it appears in this little town with a dog mistaken for a feline and an imposter for a neighbour, what could go possibly go wrong? A little bit of chaos from Mr. Fizz and his henchman and Mr. Magoo’s attempt to save the world at every turn can’t hurt, can it? Tune in to Boomerang from Monday, 3 June and find out in the all new episodes.

Premiere Date: Monday 03/06/2019
Tune-in: Monday to Friday @ 07:20 CAT

NEW EPISODES
RABBIDS INVASION
Uncontrollable, indestructible adventure

Weekends will never be the same again in June when Rabbids Invasion makes its way back to your screen with all new episodes packed with plenty of adventure. The Rabbids take over the jungle and soon the world is faced with an army of crabs? Watch out as this mysterious, ungovernable breed of rabbit-like creatures wrecks their way through the world, making their own rules as they go! Tune in to Boomerang from Monday, 24 June.

Premiere Date: Monday 24/06/2019
Tune-in: Monday to Friday @ 16:15 CAT

NEW EPISODES
GRIZZY AND THE LEMMINGS
Chocolate Spread galore

Some say leaders are born and not made, well, Grizzy certainly feels like he is next in line when the ranger is away. Unfortunately for him, the Lemmings are always one step ahead in their mischievous plans to make Grizzy miserable. One can only imagine what would happen if the Lemmings got a hold of Grizzy’s all-time favourite food: chocolate spread. What will Grizzy do when the Lemmings plan to keep a whole crate of chocolate spread behind his back? Find out in all new episodes on Boomerang from Saturday, 15 June.

Premiere Date: Saturday 15/06/2019
Tune-in: Weekends @ 06:20 CAT

Supa Strikas Finds Its New Home On Cartoon Network Africa From June 2019 Also Joining The Channel's Lineup Is Nate And The Rest Of The Gang In Brand New Episodes Of Yokai Watch And Back-To-Back Episodes Of The Wattersons In The Amazing World Of Gumball

NEW SERIES
SUPA STRIKAS
Supa Strikas strike it big!

This June, join the best striker in the world, Shakes, and his teammates on their quest to be crowned Super League champs. Gather your friends to watch kick-butt action in the season premiere and follow the Supa Strikas in their exploration of strange lands, strange opposition, and soccer challenges. From taking on the Iron Tank to facing uncertainty on the Sheik’s ‘Sky Palace’ after a frustrating draw against Sultans to all-round mischief from opponents, it’s game on from Monday, 17 June on Cartoon Network!

Launch: Monday 17/06/2019
Tune-in: Monday - Friday @ 16:50 CAT

GUMBALL MARATHON
GUMBALL
Capricious, Gumballicious

Winter is here and the perfect time to huddle around the fre to indulge in the endless drama unfolding in the Wattersons’ household. Catch Gumball trying his best to outwit his genius sister, Anais, while Darwin, the reformed goldfsh with legs, tries to fnd his place in the family. What’s not to love about this totally normal family as they attempt to resolve their diferences through a fantasy board game involving role-playing? Tune in to Cartoon Network on Sunday, 16 June for back-to-back episodes of the Amazing World of Gumball.

Tune-in: Sunday 16/06/2019 @ 08:20 CAT

NEW EPISODES
YOKAI WATCH
Gotta watch Yo-Kai Watch!

Join Nate in all new episodes of Yo-Kai Watch this June! There’s a lot of room for unseen monsters in this world, and things are about to heat up even more when there is a Yo-Kai singing competition! You’ll have to follow Nate as his magnifcent Yo-Kai watch leads him through time travel adventures, gets him caught in sticky situations, and helps him unravel mysteries. Catch all the weirdness from Saturday, 29 June on Cartoon Network.

Launch: Saturday 29/06/2019
Tune-in: Weekends @ 11:25 CAT