More New Episodes Invade Disney Junior Africa In April 2020

Episodes: 18b, 19a, 19b
BRAND NEW! T.O.T.S, continuing weekdays from 23rd March - 2nd April
Sample Synopsis: Pip and Freddy brave the desert heat to deliver a camel.

Episodes: 67a, 67b, 68a, 68b, 70a, 70b, 72a, 72b, 74a, 74b
BRAND NEW! PJ Masks, weekdays 6th - 17th
Sample Synopsis: Armadylan steals the PJ Masks' vehicles. Kevin turns full wolfy on a trip to the moon.

Episodes: 28a, 28b, 26a, 26b, 27a, 27b, 31a, 31b, 34a
BRAND NEW! Fancy Nancy Clancy, weekdays 20th onwards
Sample Synopsis: Nancy accidentally becomes Freddy’s new best friend when JoJo ditches him for her imaginary friend. Nancy decides to live on her own in the playhouse.

Episodes: 27a, 27b, 26a, 26b, 28a, 28b, 29a, 29b, 30a, 30b
BRAND NEW! Muppet Babies, weekdays 13th - 24th
Sample Synopsis: Fozzie must learn some 'Camilla-rate' in order to join the martial arts team, The Kickin' Chickens. Piggy practices her performance for Miss Nanny too hard and loses her voice!

Episodes: 40, 44, 48, 41, 45, 46, 49, 50, 51
BRAND NEW! Elena of Avalor, weekday 6th - 16th
Sample Synopsis: When a female rock creature is unhappy, Elena enlists the help of Charoca to find out why before she causes a monfuego to erupt.

Repeats Throughout Most Of April 2020 On Disney XD Africa With One Premiere Airing Close To May

Amphibia S1
Continuing new repeat episodes weekdays at 17:00 until 10 April

Phineas and Ferb
Weekday marathons all month long from 6 April

Big Hero 6 S2
Premieres weekdays at 17:00 from 27 April

Just Roll With It Coming In April 2020 To Disney Channel Africa

Breaking through the pack, the ambitious new series "Just Roll With It" blends improvisational comedy with a family sitcom to seize an audacious opportunity that allows the studio audience to vote on the direction of key scenes, throughout the filming, while the actors are backstage. When the actors return to the stage, they have no idea what's coming at them. A feat of planning and physical production each episode, the comedy series was created and is executive produced by Adam Small and Trevor Moore (Disney's "Walk the Prank"). "Just Roll With It" premieres on Disney Channel (DStv Channel 303) on MONDAY, 6 APRIL at 17:25.

Two adult actors who intuitively know what's funny to kids—Tobie Windham (Disney's "Walk the Prank") and Suzi Barrett (Upright Citizens Brigade comedy group, Disney's

"Kirby Buckets")—play fun-loving newlyweds Byron and Rachel. Byron is an on-air radio personality on BEATZ 101 and Rachel is a decorated military veteran who now produces his daily show in their hometown of Akron, Ohio. Talented young actors Ramon Reed (Disney's "The Lion King" on Broadway) and Kaylin Hayman ("One Day at a Time") play preteen stepsiblings Owen Blatt and Blair Bennett, polar opposites who must now somehow learn to be harmonious siblings.

At unpredictable intervals unknown to the cast or audience, the scripted action is suddenly interrupted by the sound of a foghorn. The actors are sequestered backstage while the studio audience uses electronic voting devices at their seats to select which of the three comedic scenarios they would like to see take place next. After votes are cast, the crew quickly resets and the actors return to the stage to continue the unscripted scene, improvising throughout it.

Kory Lunsford, vice president, Original Programming, Disney Channel, said, "Our talented executive producers, Trevor and Adam, have once again delivered a not-to-be-missed comedy. With this series, they have elevated the convention of a traditional sitcom by adding the keep-you-on-your-toes element of improvisation. The cast and crew literally have to 'just roll with it' and it all makes for a uniquely entertaining experience for the live studio audience and viewers at home."

Vierspel Vuurspel Coming In April To eExtra

Vierspel Vuurspel (Içerde) a 2016 Turkish drama series dubbed in Afrikaans tells a story of two brothers torn from each other. Now on the opposite sides of the law, two brothers are placed against each other, unaware of their brotherhood.

Çağatay Ulusoy and Umut Yılmaz take on the lead roles as Sarp and Umut Yılmaz if you've watched Close Enemies (Intimo Enemigo) on Telemundo then yes you got the idea of what the show is about except the show has a conclusion.

The series has 139 episodes each of them are 120 minutes long. After the successful launch of the series South Africa joins Georgia, Korea, Greece, Romania, Iran, Iraq, Albania, Pakistan, Chile, Colombia, Bulgaria, Malaysia and Ethiopia.

Don't miss this Action drama Monday 6 April at 8:55 pm On eExtra (OpenView 105/DStv 195/Starsat 489)

SABC Is Cutting Back On Sports Bulletins Across All Radio Stations

The SABC has announced that it will remove standalone sports bulletins from its radio stations in an effort to cut costs, according to a report by the City Press.

This has resulted in more than 30 sports bulletin readers at the company facing retrenchment, unless their stations are able to motivate for their retainment.

In an email sent to radio stations managers and sports readers last week, the SABC confirmed the changes to its radio business and said the function of sports bulletin readers would be taken up by news bulletin readers.

“As from April 1, SABC Sport will no longer provide sport bulletins on all radio stations,” SABC Sport Radio programme manager Gilbert Nyadzhiwa said in an email to staff.

“As a result, SABC Sport will not renew any contract with the bulletin readers, i.e., sport will not continue contracting bulletin readers at SABC Sport as this function will be collapsed together with the news bulletin readers.”

Nyadzhiwa added that stations which want to retain their sports bulletin readers would have to motivate for their decision, as SABC Radio would have to carry the cost.

A source told the City Press the public broadcaster was also considering shutting down Sport Info Hub, which would result in even more job cuts at the company.

In response to questions from the publication, the SABC said it is always looking for more effective ways to optimise its operations.

“It must be noted that any changes made on its programming will not affect the delivery and quality of sports bulletins,” the SABC said.

Fight with former COO

The SABC is also currently embroiled in a conflict with its former Chief Operations Officer Chris Maroleng.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the public broadcaster refuted allegations made by Maroleng against the company,

Maroleng had argued that his previous dismissal in April 2019 was unfair and had submitted papers in the Johannesburg Labour Court to challenge the decision.

He demanded that the broadcaster pay him R16 million or give him his job back.

The SABC called Maroleng’s statements false and misleading, and explained how a disciplinary process had found him guilty on various charges.

Maroleng was charged for breaching his fiduciary duties as a director and for acting in a manner which breached good faith, trust, honesty, loyalty and confidence.

He was also found guilty on two charges of gross negligence.

“Mr Maroleng’s baseless allegation that members of the SABC Board are to blame for his dismissal rather than his own actions, clearly demonstrates his unwillingness to assume responsibility for his own serious misconduct,” the broadcaster said.

SA Youth TV Is Looking For Youth To Volunteer As Their Subcommittee

SA YOUTH TELEVISION CHANNEL Is calling upon the passionate youth of South Africa who are willing to volunteer as our subcommittees in the following provinces.

- Free State
- Limpopo
- North West
- Western Cape
- Northern Cape
- Eastern Cape
- Mpumalanga

Requirements
*Must be enthusiastic.
*Excellent communication skills.
*Genuine interest in young people.
*Passionate about arts/media.
*Be willing to work after hours.
*Must be consistent.

Please note we will be taking 5 people from each province.

If you're interested please send your biography to admin@sayouthtv.co.za

Closing date: 20/03/2020
Late submissions will not be considered.
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SA Youth Television Channel is a subscription and advert funded television channel intended for broadcast on the DSTV bouquet. It was founded by parent company EDK Media (EzaseDurbanKzn Media). The channel intends to broadcast a minimum of 80% programming which is produced by the youth of South Africa.

Back in February 2020, rumors surfaced that SA Youth TV is expected to debut in June and their spokesperson denied the allegations. They also attended an interview at Vibe FM giving listeners more details about the channel.

Viewers can submit content through this email: proposals@sayouthtv.co.za

Yeh Teri Galiyan Coming Soon To eExtra

Yeh Teri Galiyan, this 4 Kalakar award-winning show follows the life of two children, a boy and a girl, who are raised in a brothel and love each other are cruelly separated when the former is adopted by rich parents. Will destiny reunite them?

The series stars Manish Goplani and Vrushika Mehta as the leads of Shantanu and Puchki with Ayaan Zubair Rahmani and Ruchi Mahajan portraying these characters from 20 years back when they were still kids. After those 20 years, Goplani exits the series with Avinash Mishra taking up the lead role of Shantanu while Mehta's role of Puchki dies and she portrays the role of her lookalike, Devika alongside the leads daughter who also played the role of the child role of the female lead.

The series ran for one season back in 2018 and ended by a culmination on Valentine's Day in 2020 with a total of 411 episodes each consisting of 22 minutes.

The series airs at 15:10 from Tuesday 24 March on eExtra available on OpenView channel 105, DStv channel 195 and Starsat channel 489.

Nina Novelas Added On StarTimes With Starsat Soon To Follow

TV channel ‘Nina Novelas’ is available on StarTimes platform since March 06th, 2020.

Nina Novelas is a 100% Telenovelas channel offering the best Telenovelas from Africa, Brazil, and the rest of world to the fans of the genre. Nina Novelas provides a rich program, 24/7 and an environment in which the modern African women can express themselves.

Nina Novelas is available in both French and English since 2015. The channel has seized exclusive access to the entire Globo TV Catalog, the world’s leading producer of Telenovelas with 2 500 hours produced per year in Brazil.

Telenovelas from Brazil are admired for their production quality and for playing a dual role of mirror and window to the society.

The Head of StarTimes media division, Lily Meng, said, “Telenovelas have been enjoying a constant success among our subscribers. With a majority of Brazilian novelas, Nina Novelas will ideally complete channels such as ST Novela E and ST Novela E Plus. Furthermore, Nina Novelas offer numerous African series, which is consistent with our strategy of promoting local productions.”

Limpopo TV Delays Upcoming Drama Series Madi'Aka - My Blood Due To Coronavirus - Other Details On The Channel Available

Larry Matlala, CEO of Limpopo TV had a video chat online (Facebook) with some info regarding the upcoming events for the brand which was postponed due to the outbreak of the coronavirus along with the upcoming series Madi'Aka - My Blood.

Madi'Aka - My Blood follows the life of a Limpopo Woman's Choice in Love and Security above her own Child who then grew up top be her savior one day. Apparently one of the producers have been quarantined. The series "might" resume production without him.

With regards to the channel there's some good news for those anxious about the channel. The CEO confirmed they're left with a few months before they finally go on air and have been receiving a lot of emails from potential fans regarding programming and other enquiries.

In April, they'll be having a grand launch where they'll introduce people to the channel, the programming along with further details regarding the channel. They were suppose to have some meet and greet but that has been postponed.

With regards to a platform they will be available digitally and through tv platforms such as DStv and Starsat. Even though it's an SA exclusive you will be able to pick up the channel in other African territories.

Carter Along With Hudson & Rex Return For A Second Season On Universal TV Africa In April 2020

CARTER
Season 2 - Territory Premiere Fridays at 8pm from April 24th
Jerry O'Connell stars as actor-turned-detective Harley Carter as season two of the hit comedy drama gets underway this month, opening with Harley's first solo case as a PI, which sees him called in to help find a wife who has gone missing. Harley is soon clashing with the new chief of police, who has her own theories regarding the case. Sydney Tamiia Poitier and Kristian Bruun co-star.

HUDSON & REX
Season 2 - Territory Premiere Tuesdays at 8pm
John Reardon returns as Detective Charlie Hudson, as he and his canine partner Rex crack more cases in the Canadian drama. The duo meet a true crime podcaster while investigating a murder that appears to mimic a crime from two decades ago, then head to a supposedly haunted mine after a crew member dies during the making of a horror film. Finally this month, Charlie and Rex are called in to look at the long list of enemies surrounding a vitriolic celebrity chef.

LAW & ORDER: SVU
Season 21 - Territory Premiere Wednesdays at 8pm
Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Kelli Giddish and the team return as the record-breaking 21st season of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit continues in April. This month sees Rollins going undercover to investigate a government worker who is dealing green cards in exchange for sex. Then, Garland must put a friendship to one side after a pastor at his church is arrested, and Rollins' sister reports a doctor who is allegedly trading prescription painkillers for sex.

NCIS
Season 15 - Channel Premiere Wednesdays at 8:50pm
Mark Harmon stars as season 15 of the hit drama continues. Torres and Sloane protect a US senator in Afghanistan, but must return to the US when they learn the senator's son is in the ICU. A Naval lawyer who appeared to have a normal life is found dead by her parents in an apparent suicide, and when the body of a missing Navy commander is found, Gibbs and the team are ordered to work with a former FBI agent.

Could Disney XD International Suffer The Same Fate As Disney XD In The United States

As some already noticed the mouse brand decided to stop making original content for XD with future original programming going to Disney Channel, Plus and Jr. With XD repeating their last remaining animation which airs exclusively on the main channel.

Walt Disney Co. never made an official announcement with regards to XD's transition instead they made several advertisement of XD's shows airing on Disney Channel which made it easier for people to figure out that the channel became another Nicktoons for mostly repeats.

Since then you've actually seen some markets scrap the brand or seek other alternatives. The remaining XD channels adapt to one feed (excluding Asia and Latin America) and due to that aligned feed all you see them do is air all the old stuff seen on Disney XD along with the brands last remaining shows.

There has been speculation that Marvel HQ would replace the brand so far only India has it then there's Nat Geo Kids in my opinion. During Disney+ upfront National Geographic landed a category there along with Nat Geo Kids so far NGK brand is known globally through a magazine and offers a linear channel in Latin America and parts of Europe during that upfront the EVP of National Geographic said at the time he hopes to expand the brand in more regions.

It is evident that XD was scrapped due to Disney+ they offer Marvel and Star Wars in some way that was the channel's speciality. Disney is putting a lot of money on the brand so it's literally no shocker that they'll cutback on some of their channels.

For the remaining XD channels there has been rumors that all the upcoming animation from Disney Channel would air later on Disney XD now the rumors are true Amphibia is expected to air on Disney XD later in March.

Not only that there's also been speculation that some of the acquired animation from Disney Channel might air exclusively to Disney XD including Vikingskool, Best Bugs, 101 Dalmatian Street, Miraculous, Hotel Transylvania and Sadie Sparks either way if the shows are exclusive on The Disney Channel there's a high chance it will be seen on Disney XD at some point. Disney Junior also offers animation so maybe XD will have a preschool block in some markets just like Nicktoons in various markets.

The future of Disney XD is constant there's no telling whether Disney will upgrade the channel or downsize even further either way the brand is still alive and kicking.

What Happened To TBN's Smile Channel On Starsat And StarTimes?

Back in 2019, Starsat and StarTimes subscribers awoke only to discover Smile TV was no longer available on the platform. Both operators haven't informed the media beforehand instead they only inform viewers through an enquiry that the channel went offline while TBN Africa remained quiet about the whole removal.

To start off the year, Smile got scrapped worldwide according to the admin of Smile TV media account and viewers can only find it online worldwide or through DVB2 in the United States.

It's possible that both Starsat and StarTimes found out around the time the channel left as viewers were asking about the channel and they were silent for a couple of hours.

Do I believe these companies will replace it?
No
Is it worth replacing?
Not really, there's plenty of religious channels so they'll more likely recommend subscribers to those channels or maybe source out "another" kids channel that won't be added as a replacement channel

Positiv.tv is a Christian-Based Movie Channel launched in 2020 offering family-friendly films that you might have seen on TBN. It was adapted from a programming block that aired on Smile TV.

This channel is said to be Smile TV's successor along with the youth based channel Juce TV. It's funny how broadcasters label replacements in linear TV. First minute you're watching a classic drama such as Bones on Universal TV next minute you wake up only to see a sports tournament such as Tokyo 2020 on the Olympics Channel. To me it seems more of a turnover than a replacement.

TBN should have informed the media and it's distributors that these kids channels will be scrapped so these operators can prepare themselves better and possibly seek out other alternatives instead of them having a run around and viewers pointing fingers at their them since they package the channel. Either way the damage has already been done and these operators lost several channels throughout 2019 as 2020 moves they're still sourcing out replacements.