Openview To Broadcast The English Premiere League In South Africa On Its Newly Established "News And Sports" Channel

Openview has expanded its content offering to include sports with the introduction of live English Premier League matches.

The free satellite service provider will broadcast the Premier League on its newly established NewsandSports channel.
The first live match will be broadcast on Saturday 10 August and coverage will run until the end of the football season.

Openview will broadcast one live match every week, which will include one of the top six Premier League clubs – Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, or Tottenham Hotspur
Together with the live matches, eMedia Investments – the owner of e.tv, eNCA and Openview – has acquired the rights to schedule other football-related magazine programmes that are produced by the Premier League.

“This is a momentous addition for us, and for the free-to-air television-watching public,” said COO of eMedia Investments, Antonio Lee.

“A leading brand of sport continues in the free-to-air domain and we, at OpenView, are excited to host it.”

Lee added that “eMedia will add its very own touch to this broadcast, and hopefully in time, will be able to add more sports offerings on to our bouquet.”

eMedia News Channels Undergo Exciting Brand Refresh

South African media group eMedia Investments is relaunching its free-to-air news offerings. From Monday 5 August 2019, eNews 8PM and the satellite tv platform's OpenNews, will be repositioning and merging under the banner called e.tv News.

Openview viewers can watch e.tv News from 4:00PM-7:30PM Monday to Friday on Channel 120, while our e.tv viewers can catchup on their latest news at 1:00PM and 8.00PM Weekdays.

Speaking ahead of the channel's brand refresh, OpenNews Managing Director Nisa Allie said, "2019 marks the 21st anniversary of e.tv being South Africa's independent, commercial, free-to-air tv station and we are delighted about OpenNews becoming e.tv news. The decision comes from our desire to be more closely aligned to the e.tv brand. We were born of e.tv and its commitment to provide free, reliable, independent news." expressed Nisa

"Good Journalism and the desire to tell South Africa's story is at the heart of e.tv news and we are really excited to bring seasoned journalist, Annika Larsen onboard. She is a trusted value and a familiar face to the e.tv audience." Allie concluded.

The lineup will also bring Naledi Maleo and Kokesto Sachane.

OpenNews was launched on the Openview platform in late 2018.

For additional information on available channels, follow the official e.tv news social media pages:
Twitter: @etvnewsSA
Facebook: etvnewsSA
For more enquiries please contact Lerato Maboi at leratomaleto@etv.co.za

Important Notice: Kwesé Free Sports No Longer On Openview

Ziyanda Mngomezulu, Openview's head of
channel acquisitions, in the e.tv statement
says that "Providing our audience with a
sports channel was a significant achievement for us on the platform channel offerings. The dissolution of the Kwesè Free Sports channel has been a tremendous loss, not only for us as Openview, but most importantly, for the audiences that we serve".

Openview says it will no longer be carrying Econet's Kwesé Free Sports on its satellite TV -platform.

TNT Celebrates The 80th Anniversary Of Batman In September 2019 Along With Heritage Day

Long Live the Bat – Batman’s 80th Birthday
Synopsis: Batman is turning 80, so to celebrate this special milestone, TNT is offering a special program during the month of September with all things Batman!
Tune in:

Saturday 07/09/2019
17:55 – Batman (1989)
20:00 – Batman Returns
Saturday 14/09/2019
18:00 – Batman Forever
20:00 – Batman and Robin

Saturday 21/09/2019
09:35 – Batman
11:40 - Batman Returns
13:45 – Batman Forever
15:45 – Batman and Robin
17:45 – Batman Begins
20:00 – The Dark Knight
22:30 - The Dark Knight Rise

Celebrate Heritage Day
Synopsis: On the 24th of September, South Africa celebrates Heritage Day that honours diverse cultural traditions, customs, and legacy. TNT will offer films fun for the whole family in celebration of this holiday!
Tune in:
Tuesday 24/09/2019

08:52 – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
10:30 – 3 Ninjas
12:10 – ET: The Extra-Terrestrial
14:00 - The Mask
15:40 – Spy Kids
17:05 – Beverly Hills Ninja
18:35 – Jackie Chan’s First Strike
20:00 – Groundhog Day

Jean-Claude Van Damme Fan Month
Synopsis: A man of muscle and skill, Jean-Claude Van Damme is featured in this month’s Fan Month program!
Tune in:
Friday 06/09/2019
    20:00 – Maximum Risk
Friday 13/09/2019
     20:00 – Street Fighter
Friday 20/09/2019
      20:00 – Timecop
Friday 27/09/2019
18:15 – Street Fighter
20:00 – Universal Soldier
21:40 – Maximum Risk
23:05 – Timecop

What's Coming In September 2019 On Real Time Africa

Hanging With The Hendersons
From Sunday 1 September at 20:00
Taking care of animals is a family affair for the Hendersons. Dr Tony Henderson and his sons, Dr Ross, Dr Ryan, and lab technician Cole, run their family veterinary practice, Fox Hollow, one of Colorado's busiest animal hospitals. Fox Hollow's animal patients have been cared for by one, or all, of the Hendersons since the boys were babies. After footage of 28-year-old Dr Ross strumming his guitar and serenading a nervous furry patient went viral, the family are now opening the doors to their incredible life, revealing their special connection with the animals they care for. From hosting a big family event at their beautiful mountain cabin to treating a wonky-eyed chicken and a huge Great Dane, these guys know that life is a whole lot better when you share it with the ones you love.

Casey Anthony: Killer Mom?
From Saturday 7 September at 21:00
On July 15 2008 a 911 call reporting a missing child sparks an intense investigation. Orlando police are desperate to find two year-old Caylee - but her mother, Casey Anthony, seems to be standing in the way of their search. This three-part documentary special, goes deep inside the case that shocked the United States. Featuring detailed interviews with Caylee's grandparents, Cindy and George Anthony, this series peels back layers of family dysfunction and reveals details surrounding the troubled investigation and trial that sparked outrage across the country. Interviews with senior police officers involved as well as dramatic re-enactments of key moments of the investigation reveal the lies and betrayal in this extraordinary case.