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In 2021, MultiChoice and M-Net unveiled a new local movie channel, Maisha Magic Movies. The channel was tailor made for East African audiences particularly Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Malawi while as being viewable in areas MultiChoice operates. Maisha Magic Movies would be used as a platform to promote first run productions from East Africa alongside content already viewed on Maisha Magic East and Pearl Magic. Some content to have been viewed on the channel include like 94 Terror, Damu Moja and Freedom Movie. After two years, MultiChoice has decided to call it quits for Maisha Magic Movies with the channel to remain on the platform until the end of August. At the time of publishing, neither MultiChoice and M-Net could provide a statement regarding the removal of the brand. From what we can gather, this change is only applicable to consumers in South Africa as it remains operational in other parts of Africa. We assume similar to Novela Magic, the channel was struggling

Nickelodeon MONSTER HIGH NEW EPISODES Timeline: 04/09/2023 – 15/09/2023 Episodes: 108 - 113 Slot: Monday - Friday Time: 17:30 BIG NATE NEW EPISODES Timeline: 18/09/2023 – 29/09/2023 Episodes: 118 -126 Slot: Monday - Friday Time: 16:00 NICKELODEON ALL STARS! STUNT Timeline: 11/09/2023 – 29/09/2023 Slot: Monday - Friday Time: 17:45 Danger Force, That Girl Lay Lay and The Really Loud House TRANSFORMERS EARTHSPARK NEW EPISODES Timeline: 09/09/2023 – 14/10/2023 Episodes: 116 - 126 Slot: Weekends Time: 12:00 Nicktoons * Lots of copy/paste in this section and possible inaccuracies. * This channel has been haywire since last year in terms of programming. MONSTER HIGH NEW EPISODES Premiere: 04/09/2023 – 15/09/2023 Episodes: 108 - 113 Slot: Monday - Friday Time: 17:00 THE PATRICK STAR SHOW NEW EPISODES Premiere: 18/09/2023 – 29/09/2023,/ Episodes: 114b - 120 Slot: Monday - Friday Time: 16:00 BIG NATE (seen in SA section) NEW EPISODES Premiere: N/A Episodes: 121 – 122, 124

Paramount notified bidders late Wednesday night about its decision to conclude the BET Media Group sale process, said a person familiar with the decision who was not authorized to speak publicly. The person said the company determined maintaining a heavy stake in BET creates more value for Paramount than any of the proposals after consulting with a couple highly-experienced financial advisors. Some popular suitors included actor-director Tyler Perry, music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs and businessman Byron Allen. At one point, some considered Perry as a leading contender based on the two successful series, “The Oval” and “Sistas,” airing on the network. He also owns a minority stake of the BET+ streaming service. Along with BET, the deal would have included the cable channel VH1. BET was originally started by Robert and then-wife Sheila Johnson in 1980. Robert Johnson created BET from the basement of his Washington home after securing a $500,000 loan from longtime cable executi

Last month, it was reported by eMedia's team that their 4 Openview channels would be exiting the DStv platform . It's been a year since these channels were reinstated and MultiChoice has remained committed to move forward with the additions of Movie Room and DreamWorks. As outlined in 2022, eExtra was the only brand that wasn't replaced with another channel instead M-Net attempted to duplicate the offering on kykNET & Kie with Kind Van Die Noodlot and In Die Ysterhand Se Greep both hail in Istanbul were the channel's first competitors. Earlier in the year, that offering was crammed to a 1 hour timeslot and kykNET assures fans that another Turkish drama would be allocated but considering the recent schedule adjustments I honestly doubt that as consumers flee to e.tv for Annekan Die Swa Kry in the affected show's timeslot. During the month, Zee Entertainment Enterprises unveiled a new Zulu dubbed Bollywood channel, Zee Zonke . Unlike its counterpart on Openvi

Last month, eMedia Investments' 4 Openview channels on the DStv platform were meant to go dark as the team advised consumers that eExtra, eToonz, eMovies and eMovies Extra would be booted and would remain exclusive to the Openview platform with eExtra on StarSat. Fast forward to the present, these channels are still onboard the DStv platform and through an enquiry it was revealed that eMedia Investments had got another months extension (possibly the rest of 2023) by the Competition Tribunal - you'd think they'd let this matter rest. And also it was mentioned that eMedia Investments had tried to get an extension on DStv but MultiChoice refused which led them to run through the Competition Tribunal for help once again. Amidst this extension, MultiChoice was looking to launch further channels like the Zulu dubbed Bollywood channel Zee Zonke later this month (possible replacement to the Afrikaans offering on eExtra) but was delayed to September likely due to this matter.

Novela E Plus, a general entertainment channel distributing content from Latin America, Turkey and Asia had acquired rights to the Phillipine teen comedy, He's Into Her. It follows Maxpein is a spunky provincial girl raised by her grandmother and uncle, after her mother died moves to Manila with her newly discovered wealthy father where she's treated as an outsider at the Benison International School by the varsity captain and love interest, Deib. Based on the 2012 novel of the same name, it starred Donny Pangilinan as Deib Lohr Enrile, Belle Mariano as Maxpein Zin D. Luna, Jeremiah Lisbo as Randall "RJ" Echavez, Jr., Kaori Oinuma as Michiko Sil Tarranza and Vivoree Esclito as Melissa "Ysay" Baylon.s Since the series inception, He's Into Her spawned 2 seasons with a combined total of 26 episodes. It accumulated various accolades including one for Best Fiction, Digital Series Of The Year and Best Drama Mini Series. He's Into Her would

Disney+ is undergoing changes During the month, it was learnt by Disney's CEO Bob Iger that Disney+ would be reviewing their portfolio in several countries with some limiting the amount of content produced within that region if not shut down alongside most of their linear platforms across the world. Since Disney+ inception in 2019, there's still various markets in Europe, Africa and Asia without Disney+ and Bob Iger was able to confirm why some of these markets haven't been seen with the streamer. As seen in the last months, they're looking at regions which can make the streamer profitable. Unfortunately most of Africa doesn't fit that description so various content like Only Murders In The Building, Loki and Solar Opposites will likely be folded under existing brands like Multichoice's Showmax, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video as opposed to getting a seperate platform as seen in South Africa. It is believed by analysts that Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery a

NEW EPISODES VOLTRON LEGENDARY DEFENDER From days long ago, from uncharted regions of the universe comes the original series, DreamWorks "Voltron: Legendary Defender." DreamWorks Animation reimagines one of the most popular fan-favoriteshows of all time in this all-new comedic action-packed show from executive producer Joaquim Dos Santos ("The Legend of Korra," "Avatar: The Last Airbender") and co-executive producer Lauren Montgomery ("The Legend of Korra"). Five unsuspecting teenagers, transported from Earth into the middle of a sprawling intergalactic war, become pilots for five robotic lions in the battle to protect the universe from evil. Only through the true power of teamwork can they unite to form the mighty warrior known as Voltron Legendary Defender. From Monday 4th September Weekdays at 10.30pm STUNT KUNG FU PANDA: THE PAWS OF DESTINY DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda: The Paws of Destiny is an all-epic adventure series! When four pa

PREMIERE Did I Mention Invention?           SERIES PREMIERE (17 x 30’) From September 7 I Wed, Thurs, Fri at 16:10 A robot snake that can help with surgery. A jet ski submarine that flies underwater. Stone sculptures created using physics. You’ll find them all on “Did I Mention Invention?” Host Alie Ward meets the inventors of the present and future and discovers how their ideas grew from a glimmer of inspiration to things that improve our world. Got an idea for an invention of your own? She’s got tips for budding inventors too! And some fun facts on everyday inventions that we take for granted now. Fascinating! Genre: Science, Technology, Documentary  Marvellous Makes Lab (S02)         SEASON PREMIERE (16 x 10’) From September 16 I Weekends at 9:00  Welcome back to Season 2 of “Marvellous Makes Lab”, where science meets creativity!  Join us as we explore fun experiments using everyday household items, unveiling the fascinating science behind each creation. Let the exciteme

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of our continent’s wilderness. WildEarth (DStv channel 183) is a popular wildlife channel joining the DStv Access package from 15 August 2023. Offering daily authentic LIVE and interactive wildlife experiences in your living room, viewers will be able to connect with nature like never before. WildEarth stands as a trailblazer as a global brand that is available around the world on 27 different platforms. It transcends the traditional wildlife documentary format by recreating the thrilling experience of being on a safari vehicle in remote locations. Instead of relying on dramatic animal behaviour, it captures the serendipitous moments of unscripted magic that happen when you’re on a safari. “With WildEarth, we’re adding even more value for the DStv Access viewer,” says Georginah Machiridza, Executive Head of General Entertainment Channels. “Going on safari is an amazing opportunity and the wildlife experiences on

Disney is taking steps to make its streaming services more profitable, including raising the prices of Disney+, Hulu, Hulu + Live TV, and ESPN+. In addition to these changes, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that there may be some changes to Disney+ internationally that could result in the service being shut down in certain countries. During Disney’s earnings call , Iger mentioned that they have been evaluating markets around the world to determine which ones will help turn Disney+ into a profitable business. This means that some markets may receive less investment in local programming while still maintaining the service, while others may not have the service at all. There will also be high-potential markets where Disney will invest in local programming, marketing, and comprehensive content. This news has significant implications for those living outside of the United States. Some countries may experience a reduction in original content, while others may lose access to Disney+

Peach Creek is a fan-made adult web series, focusing on the final year of high school for the characters from Ed, Edd n Eddy. Designed as both a love letter and direct continuation of the show, Peach Creek is by fans, for fans. Set in their final year of High School, life has changed so much for the Eds and the rest of the gang. Lives change and intermingle, people grow. The Eds come to realize that not everyone who you grow up with will be there in the future. Ed deals with his past and present; Edd begins to open up his boundaries; and Eddy has to come to terms with who he is. Episode 1 is titled The Rug Pull which follows the Eds as they hang out in the van, Edd's life is monotonous.