Pending Development Alert (Rumour): The End Of Paradise + The Fan + Law Of The Heart + Operation Pacific + More Rebroadcasts Coming Soon To Telemundo Africa

Telemundo launched in the African market 9 years ago supplying the best stories from Latin America and Mexico. Some of the shows included Behind Closed Doors, Ana's Revenge and A Passion For Revenge with super series like Iron Rose and Lord Of The Skies.

Over the years, the channel has garnered traction for its repeat padded lineup particularly with the anthology Decisions and on/off relationship with Fearless Heart and My Heart Beats For Lola.

Although some may have preferences about repeats, a lot of TV channels have engaged in similar antics and it's not like everyone is at home at the times these rebroadcasts come on so to some it may be a eyesore but to others it gives them time to catch-up.

The list of shows expected for the channel include:

- Operation Pacific (Operación Pacífico)

Inspired by real-life events, Amalia Ortega, a prominent and brilliant federal agent who leads an investigative unit for the national police.

- The Fan (La Fan)

Tells the story of a comical, cheerful, and humble woman who is a fan of a famous TV actor. A twist of fate will send her into his life unexpectedly, and although at first he doesn't pay much attention, later he cannot imagine living life without her.

- 100 Days To Fall In Love (100 Días Para Enamorarnos)

Two couples in struggling relationships decide to give each other another chance: 100 days for them to fall back in love.

- Law Of The Heart (La Ley Del Corazon)

The series takes place in a successful law firm that specializes in family law, dedicated to cases of separation and couple and family conflicts in general.

- The End Of Paradise (El Final Del Paraíso)

Catalina Santana's new mission will force her to face demons that threaten to destroy her and her family.

- Someone's Watching (Alguien Te Mira)

Mystery and drama surround the lives of four friends who, after witnessing a murder, get caught up in the midst of an investigation to find a serial killer who follows a set same modus operandi with all of his victims and who will cause unexpected consequences for each of them.

Other shows awaiting allocation:

- False Identity (Falsa Identidad)

Isabel and Diego, two complete strangers, must assume the identity of a dead American tourist and his wife in order to escape their pasts in Sonora.

- Close Enemies (Enemigo Íntimo)

A story about two siblings who are willing to use their power and status to seek revenge for their parents. The parents were killed by a drug cartel and the younger sister was kidnapped.

- Prisoners Of Love (La Querida Del Centauro)

Inmate Yolanda agrees to become the mistress of a famous drug dealer and lure him out of hiding in exchange for house arrest so she can protect her daughter.

Pending Development Alert (Rumour): The Story + Queen Of The South S3 + Nurses S4 + Lord Of The Skies S8 + More Shows Coming Soon To Telemundo Africa

NBCUniversal, the parent company behind Telemundo has been cutting back on content spend across their linear platforms. It's what's led to Bravo's inclusion on E! with Below Deck and Vanderpump Rules and Telemundo with Nurses and The Chosen Granddaughter.

During the month, Telemundo unveiled another production from RCN Television which is basically in charge of the above-mentioned shows alongside the latest addition, Until Money Do Us Part with Ana's Revenge from Caracol Television (Hidden Passions).

With the main network based in Latin America still building their original portfolio. Telemundo will continue to license content from these properties in the meantime.

Some of the content in question for the platform include:

1. The Story (Te La Dedico)

Adriana and Wilson are a couple who live from music, their dream is to be recognized and soon they are given the opportunity when a production company, headed by Henry Bedoya, launches a competition in which they come out winners, the problem is that they only want Adriana's talent. The couple's conflicts begin here, as the misunderstandings and difficulties grow.

2. In The Shadows (Entre Sombras)

"In the Shadows" is the story of Julia and Magdalena, members of an elite group that strives to solve the most perplexing crimes in record time. They both have very different lives.

3. Hidden Truth (Verdad Oculta)

The story of Colonel Diana, who after capturing a drug trafficker tries to save her marriage, but everything takes an unexpected turn.

4. To Love You (Pa' Quererte)

The plot revolves around 4 friends of different ages football fans who have a small team, in addition to this the 4 are non-conventional parents who will have to assume their role as parents.

Other shows also anticipated for the channel include:

1. Queen Of The South S3 (La Reina Del Sur S3)

After four years in prison in the United States for the deaths of three DEA agents, Teresa Mendoza escapes but will have to face a world full of conspiracy, risking her life in order to clear her name and reunite with her daughter Sofía.

2. Lord Of The Skies S8 (El Señor De Los Cielos 8)

The season centers on the return of Aurelio Casillas, who supposedly died at the beginning of the previous season after falling into a coma following an attempt on his life. It is only the DEA who knows that Aurelio is alive, having hidden him in the desert. In enacting his plan of revenge, Aurelio establishes connections with old allies, while also facing new romances and uncovering family mysteries.

Recap To The Year: Roekeloos Dade To Rollout On eExtra, Now Titled Annekan Die Swa Kry

Few months ago, eMedia Investments unveiled several upcoming attractions for their platforms including Ramo, Om Elke Draai and ahead of its debut on eExtra Die Put S3 on eVOD. Joining the lineup is Hart Van Goud also on eExtra and Doodsondes S5 on e.tv.

During the week, eMedia Investments unveiled the highly anticipated Turkish drama Hayat Sarkisi based on the Korean drama Flames Of Dire. The series was first announced as Roekeloos Dade but will now go under go under Annekan Die Swa Kry once it replaces #DisComplicated on eExtra.

Born and raised in Işıklar Village near Mudanya, Bayram and his only friend Salih, who was his blood brother while growing up, engage their children Melek and Kerim at a young age in order to bind a conflict between them sweetly, and they continue to live in different cities until the children grow up and reach the age of marriage.

Having two children, Bayram does not forget his promise, even though he developed his business in Istanbul where he settled with his family and made a great fortune. He takes his young son Kerim with him on the day he graduated from university and knocks on the door of Salih, who lives with his two daughters, Hülya and Melek in Işıklar Village. Salih is also loyal to his promise and they finalize the wedding decision of the children with the arrival of Bayram.

However, the children of both families have established a life of their own over the past years and have turned towards different loves and goals. Although young people make decisions about this compulsory marriage among themselves and relax with the solutions they find; Hulya's plans, which they did not take into account at all, have already been put into effect.

Annekan Die Swa Kry stars Burcu Biricik as Hülya Çamoğlu Cevher, Birkan Sokullu as Kerim Cevher, Tayanç Ayaydın as Hüseyin Cevher, Ecem Özkaya as Melek Çamoğlu Cevher, Ahmet Mümtaz Taylan as Bayram Cevher, Seray Gözler as Süheyla Cevher and Deniz Hamzaoğlu as Kaya.

As seen through various platforms, Annekan Die Swa Kry replaces #DisComplicated from April 26 with Hart Van Goud replacing Verdeelde Liefde from April 4 with Die Put returning for a third season after Die Vertroueling in May.

Important Notice: The Estate, Skeem Saam, Uzalo And Generations Will Stop Airing On SABC 2 By The End Of March, To Be Replaced By Judge Jerry And More Repeats

Last year, the public broadcaster announced plans to restructure their offering one of which included the distribution of repeats. For decades, shows like Uzalo and 7de Laan have been viewed on multiple channels now the plan is to limit the offering on a single brand.

This means if The Estate airs on SABC 3 it can only be found on the exact channel or SABC+ if you miss out on previous episodes or a whole week. As advised few months prior these changes would take effect between now to April 2023 or in this case, SABC 2.

As of now, Skeem Saam, Generations: The Legacy, The Estate and Uzalo are airing in the 11:30 to 13:30 slot. From Monday 3 April, those shows will be replaced with rebroadcasts of Daddy Steps, Voetspore and Forever Young with other attractions such as Judge Jerry.

For those not familiar with the former eExtra program, Judge Jerry sees the former talk show host Jerry Springer put his law degree to use, hearing real cases and rendering verdicts in a TV courtroom. It ran for three seasons with its final season dating back to 2022.

Interesting to note, only SABC 2 will be the first to make these adjustments as SABC 1 and 3 still offer criss cross meaning consumers will have to wait a while longer till 7de Laan stops airing on SABC 3. Just curious what repeats will occupy these slots.

In other developments, it seems like e.tv is throwing in the towel and letting bygones be bygones as they picked up rights to SABC 1's uBettina Wethu also seen on BET alongside another original offering from the public broadcaster, Takalani Sesame.

Major Development Alert (Not April Fools): Takalani Sesame + uBettina Wethu + Housewives + Nikiwe + Ebumnyameni (RUMOUR) Coming Soon To e.tv

In 2021, SABC and eMedia Investments expanded their partnership to include SABC's 19 radio stations and the addition of SABC Sport which currently serves as the top 10 channels on Openview. It's clear now that the red brand had more up their sleeves aside from channels.

As noted, eMedia Investments on top of serving as an arch rival to the SABC will also be distributing selected content from the public broadcaster, Takalani Sesame and uBettina Wethu. They've been doing that with M-Net but it's more shocking in these circumstances.

Out of all shows, why did it have to be uBettina Wethu which is currently on SABC 1 with the channel set to rebroadcast the first season as if consumers haven't seen it already. Takalani Sesame is still present on SABC why play second fiddle to competition.

Most of the channel is local at this point and these shows are probably one way to improve the local quota particularly on the kiddies section following the demise of Craze's local youth offering Shiz Niz, Sistahood, Craze World Live and Frenzy.

uBettina Wethu follows the story of a naïve rural girl who gets a job working for one of Johannesburg's most eligible bachelors. As mentioned, SABC is currently on its third season with e.tv serving as the SABC Encore of the SABC with a first season.

Takalani Sesame is an educational show for preschoolers or local version of Sesame Street where viewers can learn about words, numbers and embrace their creative spirit. It features muppet based characters such as Neno, Grover, Kupukeji, Moshe, Zikwe, and Zuzu.

Both shows make their highly anticipated premiere on Monday 10 April. Isono is ending next month so uBettina Wethu takes up it's timeslot 20:30 while Takalani Sesame comes up 6 hours early being 14:30.

In other developments, Housewives is set to a make a comeback weekly at 10pm after its sudden disappearance from the short-lived Sunday Night Series slot. Nikiwe is set to replace Durban Gen later in the month.

As for Imbewu, I'm told that a new show possibly titled Ebumnyameni will replace the telenovela later in that month as well - nothing is confirmed as yet. Of course, this could be the project starring Zuko Nodada as she's filming an unknown project for the brand.