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Recap To The Year: Zee World Formerly Exclusive To MultiChoice's DStv And GOtv Is Also Available On Canal+ (Africa), Freeview Play (UK) And Rakuten (UK)

Zee World is an Indian entertainment channel operated by Zee Entertainment Enterprises that distributes various films and series in English. Since its launch in 2015, the channel currently ranks as one of the top 10 watched channels on DStv.

It introduced audiences to the complicated love story of Pragya and Abhi in Twist Of Fate and Bani, Piya and Rano's sisterly bond in The Promise. It also made Africa enter center stage in Dance Africa Dance (now known as Dance Naija Dance).

MultiChoice reserved rights to Zee World for their DStv and GOtv platforms but since Canal+ continued investment toward the company also offers the channel. As reported, MultiChoice will soon be owned by Canal+ as they seek to get approval from legislation. 

Since 2024, Rakuten and Freeview Play both of which are online platforms residing in the UK also package Zee World. Making this the first market outside of Africa and beyond the capacity of MultiChoice/Canal+ to offer the channel.

Lastly, eMedia Investments and StarTimes spun off the brand into a separate channel, Zee One. Described as a lightweight version to Zee World offers content already viewed on the brand while also licensing content that hasn't been viewed on the channel.

Unlock The Magic Of Co-Viewing With Your Children And Care Bears On Cartoonito Africa

Join in on the bellywarming journeys of the Care Bears. They are back with an all-new six-episode special titled ‘’Care Bears: Unlock the Magic”, scheduled to debut on Cartoonito Africa on Monday 1-7 July at 8:30 CAT. It will feature prominent characters like Tenderheart Bear, Wish Bear, Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear, and introducing the new addition, Togetherness Bear in one of the episodes. In relation to previous animations this special will introduce new exciting adventures to viewers.

The special follows this group of lovable BFFs who go on adventures and live the sweet life. Each special reveals a unique storyline, pushing the Care Bears into unfamiliar territories where they must rely on more than just their signature belly badge magic and empathy. They lean on each other and learn more about themselves, embracing courage, determination, and friendship to keep spreading those good caring vibes to the world.

We encourage parents to tune in and reap the benefits of co-viewing with their little ones, giving them the gift to reminisce on the iconic generational Care Bear themes. They can enjoy peace of mind from child safe programming and the return to the nostalgic 2D animation style. This time

spent together is beneficial for parent/child relationships and emotional development, all done in a fun and fulfilling way. Care Bears is the perfect watch to ‘unlock this magic’ and create those memorable moments. 

 

As expressed by Amanda Rogaly, founder of Baby Yum Yum, "Co-viewing Care Bears: Unlock the Magic isn't just about watching a show; it's about creating magical moments together. As parents, we can have the opportunity to join our little ones on adventures filled with friendship, kindness, and the power of positivity. Care Bears has been a beloved franchise for generations, and now, through the animated series, we can share its timeless messages of love and compassion with our children, weaving a tapestry of joy and connection that transcends generations."

 

Care Bears Competition

Along with all that whimsical fun, be the one to win some Cartoonito and Care Bears merchandise worth over R2000! Head over to the Cartoonito Africa website and answer a very simple question to enter. The competition will run from 24 June – 7 July. The winner will be randomly selected.

Tune in to Care Bears and unlock the magic of co-viewing together.

 

Let's create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime! The special premieres on Cartoonito Dstv Channel 302, from 1 – 7 July, at 8:30 CAT. New episodes will air at the same time every weekday. If you missed out on the care, DStv Catch Up has got you covered until 8 August.

Totally Spies! Live-Action Series In The Works At Amazon

A live-action TV series based on the cult classic French cartoon “Totally Spies!” is in development at Amazon with Will Ferrell as executive producer.

Described as a YA adaptation of the long-running Banijay Kids animated show of the same name, the new “Totally Spies!” will follow iconic best friends Clover, Alex and Sam as they navigate saving the world as international spies, while trying to survive the ups and downs of first year college life.

No writer or talent is currently attached to the potential “Totally Spies!” series, which is a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios and Banijay Kids & Family, shepherded by Amazon’s head of Pan-English original series Rola Bauer.

Executive producing the project alongside Ferrell, under their Gloria Sanchez Productions banner, are Jessica Elbaum and Alix Taylor. Banijay Kids & Family CEO Benoît Di Sabatino is executive producer for the studio.

Created by Vincent Chalvon-Demersay and David Michel, the original “Totally Spies!” has aired nearly 200 episodes since debuting in 2001 and spawned a prequel film, “Totally Spies! The Movie,” and a spinoff series, “The Amazing Spiez!” The show recently premiered its seventh season in France and will air in the U.S. on Cartoon Network later this year. “Totally Spies!” is currently streaming on Amazon’s Prime Video.

“’Totally Spies!’ is a huge success for Banijay Kids & Family, having been translated in 60 languages and sold to more than 220 territories,” Di Sabatino said. “With a social media base of 3 million, the series continues to thrive in its animation form with the recently launched 7th season. Rola Bauer approached me for a live-action adaptation, and we were thrilled to partner with Amazon MGM Studios. With her, Ludovic Attal, and Punit Matoo’s support, we are honoured to join such a stronghold of female-focused producers in Gloria Sanchez Productions to produce for Prime Video.”

“Will, Alix and I are thrilled to be joining our partners at Amazon and Banijay to bring ‘Totally Spies!’ to life as a live-action show,” Gloria Sanchez president Elbaum said. “Gloria Sanchez was originally founded to tell stories about complicated characters and empower female voices and storytellers. As longtime fans of the animated show, we couldn’t think of a story more fitting to our ethos. The themes of girl-power, never sacrificing friendship, fun, or your true self to be successful resonated with us then, and feel ripe to revisit now.”

Sanlam To Buy 60% Of MultiChoice's Insurance Business

Sanlam will buy a 60% stake in MultiChoice's insurance business for R1.2bn in cash up front and a potential performance-based earn-out of up to R1.5bn, the groups said on Tuesday.

MultiChoice, Africa's biggest pay-TV company, said while its insurance business has demonstrated substantial growth in South Africa, its ambition to expand locally and in Africa “requires a step-up in resources, expertise and technology”.

“Sanlam's extensive presence and expertise in the African continent, coupled with its track record of success in insurance ventures with non-insurers, positions it strongly for a strategic venture with MultiChoice,” the companies said in a joint statement.

The potential cash earn-out payment is contingent upon the total gross written premium generated by the insurance business for the year ending December 31 2026, they added.

A pre-acquisition dividend of R59m will also be declared by MultiChoice's insurance business.

Shares in Sanlam were up nearly 5% up on Tuesday morning, while MultiChoice inched up 0.36%.

MultiChoice will retain a 40% interest in the insurance business and 40% in the broader commercial venture with Sanlam.

The deal gives Sanlam an opportunity to further expand its insurance and financial services business in Africa, the companies said. Opportunities outside South Africa will be facilitated through its SanlamAllianz business.

MultiChoice has a subscriber base of 21-million households in 50 African countries, while Sanlam operates in 31 countries, including eight of the top 10 largest African economies.