December 2024 On History Channel AFRICA | Channel Premiere: Holy Marvels With Daniel Quaid | Returning Shows Including Mountain Men | More

HOLY HISTORY 

Starting 22 December – 9 February 
Sundays From 20:15
‘Holy History’, every Sunday starting 22 December, explores the profound intersection of sacred relics, 
revolutionary histories, and personal narratives that shaped the most transformative figures in religious 
history. Journey through legendary artifacts like the Holy Grail and Noah’s Ark in Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid. Then we uncover the intense political backdrop of Jesus’ life in Jesus Crown Of Thorns.


Brand New 
HOLY MARVELS WITH DENNIS QUAID S1
22 December
Sundays 20:15
The new non fiction series Holy Marvels with 
Dennis Quaid illuminates the remarkable history, 
perplexing mysteries, and legendary journeys behind some of the world’s most sacred and holy relics 
including objects of immortality, holy riches, revered 
monuments, and more. The series shares incredible 
tales of faith, devoti on, and divine intervention tied 
to coveted objects such as the Ark of the Covenant, 
Noah’s Ark, the Holy Grail, the Fountain of Youth, the 
Mayan Calendar, the Philosophers Stone, the Crown 
of Thorns, and more. Hosted, narrated, and executive produced by the Emmy® Award-nominated and two time Golden Globe®-nominated multi-hyphenate superstar Dennis Quaid, each episode combines immersive storytelling with recreations, archival footage, and expert interviews to delve deep into the enigmatic origins and profound power behind each artifact. Historians, authors, and professors of archeology and religious studies will shed light on the impact of these blessed belongings from cultures and religions around the world and the compelling stories each item and its location hold. 
Repeat: Saturday 21:05

Brand New
JESUS CROWN OF THORNS S1
22 December
Sundays 21:05
This brand-new docuseries shines a new light on the
life of Jesus. The series sets Jesus’ life and mission in the context of the intense political backdrop of the time in which he emerged as a revolutionary figure who dared challenge the status quo. Born into a divided land, Jesus and his family are forced to flee a bloodthirsty king, but when they return, Jesus falls under the spell of a charismatic rebel leader ready to risk everything and inherits his radical mission.
Repeat: Saturday 21:55

Brand New & Exclusive
MOUNTAIN MEN S13
5 December
Wednesdays 19:25
The latest season of Mountain Men brings together the cast from Mountain Men S12 and Mountain Men: Alaska, creati ng an all-star cast that spans the wildest places the US has to offer. Fan favourites, like Tom Oar and Marty Meirotto, return as do relative newcomers, like Lauro Eckland and Ray Livingston, to showcase the incredible skill and grit needed to forge a life in America’s vast wilderness.
Repeat: Next Day 11:45

Brand New & Exclusive
DICTATORS’ HIDEOUTS
28 December
Saturdays 19:25
Horohito, Hitler, Ceausescu, Tito, Stalin…no dictator
could function without impressive headquarters...and without a hideout. They sowed terror and for fear of their own safety and power they built well-equipped and protected headquarters. Sumptuous palaces hiding splendor and secrets, secret underground bunkers full of modern and unique solutions for survival. Costs did not matter, only the whims and security of the tyrant. Dictators’ Hideouts is a new fresh approach to telling the stories of some of the world’s most known evil men…Each episode will explore the minds of these men and discover what drove them to build their secret hideaways. Venturing deep into their tunnels and secret chambers, we will get to know their darkest thoughts and motivations.
Repeat: Sunday 18:40

Brand New & Exclusive
HITLER’S BRITISH ISLAND
28 December
Saturdays 20:15
This revelatory two-part documentary reveals
for the first time ever that thousands of people – mostly Jews –died at the hands of the Nazis on British territory. Uncovering newly discovered mass graves, revealing leaked classified documents detailing evidence of a government cover-up and identi fying victims for the first time, this is a devastating and prescient story of WW2 persecution on British soil, hidden until now.
Repeat: Sunday 19:25

December 2024 On The Home Channel | Channel Premiere: Rich Listers | Returning Shows Including Restoration Australia | More

Channel Premiere

Rich Listers
Season 1
Monday, 09 December 2024
15:00
Sunday, 02 February 2025
PRIME: Mon 20:00 & Wed 19:00 | Mon 15:00 & 20:00 | Tue 08:00 | Wed 12:00 & 19:00 | Thu 16:00 & 22:00 | Fri 11:00 | Sat 08:30 | Sun 07:00

Rich listers is a real estate series set in Auckland and Queenstown - the two most valuable real estate markets in New Zealand - a real estate market where homes regularly sell for well over the asking price, making the vendors and agents a small fortune. In this aspirational series we follow 8 real estate agents who are at the top of their game, selling a billion dollars’ worth of property between them each year.

Our agents live in a world where money is no object, and the sky is the limit for their millionaire clients who expect the very best service and the absolute best price! The real estate is the co-star of this hot format - mansions with views over the Haruaki gulf, private islands, stunning clifftop homes overlooking Queenstown with a backdrop of snow topped mountains, vineyards and multimillion dollar penthouse apartments are all up for grabs in this hot market and this hot new tv series!

Returning shows

Restoration Australia
Season 4
Monday, 02 December 2024
12:00
Sunday, 19 January 2025
PRIME: Thu 20:00 & Fri 19:00 | Mon 12:00 | Tue 10:00 & 16:00 | Thu 20:00 | Fri 08:00 & 19:00 | Sat 12:30 | Sun 16:30 & 23:30

Australia is home to many neglected heritage homes, each with a fascinating history. In this series, architect Professor Anthony Burke follows seven homeowners as they embark on ambitious restoration projects, often facing tight budgets and time constraints.

The stories include transforming a controversial Mid-Century house in Beaumaris and revitalizing a historic Signalman’s Quarters in Hobart. Each homeowner confronts personal challenges, such as illness or loss, which drive their determination to restore these homes.

Each episode culminates in a stunning reveal, showcasing beautifully renovated spaces and the emotional journeys behind them. The results are both inspiring and surprising, celebrating the resilience of those dedicated to preserving these historic treasures.

Grand Designs New Zealand
Season 8
Monday, 09 December 2024
13:00
Sunday, 02 March 2025
PRIME: Thu 21:00 & Fri 18:00 | Mon 13:00 &23:00 | Tue 17:00 | Wed 14:00 | Thu 21:00 | Fri 09:00 &
18:00 | Sat 11:00 & 18:00 | Sun 15:00

Across New Zealand, diverse home-building projects reflect personal ambitions and challenges. John and Bridget Preece build a remote home in the Chatham Islands, while Warrick and Judy Hyland create a grand residence in Okaihau. Stew and Gill Moss pursue their dream retirement home beside Lake Tarawera, and James Davis designs a unique round house in Waikanae, on Waiheke Island, Returning for his second series, Tom Webster uncovers New Zealanders from all over Aotearoa who show resilience, resourcefulness and an unwavering commitment - often flying in the face of convention - in order to create extraordinary living spaces.

Other developments 

Real Health 
Season 16
Monday, 02 December 2024
18:00
Sunday, 02 March 2025
PRIME: Mon 18:00 & Tue 20:00 | Mon 18:00 | Tue 11:00 & 20:00 | Wed 10:00 & 15:00 | Thu 14:00 | Fri 
16:00 | Sat 09:30 & 19:30 | Sun 08:00

Gardening 101
Season 6
Monday, 02 December 2024
14:30
Sunday, 02 March 2025
PRIME: Tue 21:00 & Wed 18:30 | Mon 14:30 | Tue 21:00 | Wed 09:00 & 18:30 | Thu 13:00 & 23:30 | Fri
17:00 | Sat 12:00 & 19:00 | Sun 16:00 & 23:00

Your Home, Made Perfect
Season 2
Monday, 30 December 2024
09:00
Sunday, 09 February 2025
PRIME: Fri 21:00 & Mon 09:00 | Tue 13:00 & 23:00 |
Wed 08:00 & 17:00 | Thu 12:00 | Fri
21:00 | Sat 14:00 | Sun 11:30 &
22:00

Love your Garden
Season 1
Monday, 10 December 2024
18:30
Sunday, 02 March 2025
PRIME: Tue 18:30 & 21:30 | Tue 18:30 & 21:30 | Wed 23:30 | Thu 10:30 & 13:30 | Fri 14:30 & 17:30 | Sat 22:30 | Sun 11:00 & 19:30

Suit Up! Totally Spies! Takes Over Cartoon Network Africa from 25 November – Don’t Miss the Action!

Get ready to gear up for some seriously stylish espionage as Totally Spies! lands on Cartoon Network Africa! Sam, Clover, and Alex are here to do what they do best – save the world – with plenty of laughs, wild gadgets, and stylish disguises along the way. The all-new Season 7 premieres on Monday, 25 November, at 17:30 CAT – so mark your calendars!

 

In this brand-new season, the spies kick off most missions in their new home base, the exciting city of Singapore. But in true WOOHP (The World Organisation of Human Protection) fashion, they don’t stay put for long! Each episode sees Sam, Clover, and Alex jetting off to extraordinary locations around the globe – from the dazzling skyscrapers of New York and the beautiful shores of Lake Como to sunny Dubai and chic Paris. Wherever the spies are headed, fans are invited to join the journey, packed with action, laughs, and stunning scenery!

 

Meet the Spies:

• Sam – The ultimate brainiac! From cracking codes to building gadgets, she’s the girl with the plan. Sam is on a mission to make a difference, with her STEM smarts and creativity leading the way.
• Alex – Fearless, sporty, and ready to take on any challenge, Alex is a bold environmentalist and social justice warrior. When she’s not scaling a blimp, she’s fighting for causes close to her heart.
• Clover – Sassy, stylish, and now a thrifting queen! Clover’s fashion skills are as sharp as ever, but she’s also diving into sustainable fashion while perfecting her spy disguises.
 
Step into the Spy Game on Roblox!

Starting 25 November, the Spies are taking over Cartoon Network Game On! on Roblox, inviting fans to hone their WOOHP-worthy skills through interactive missions designed to turn anyone into a top-tier agent!

Train like a Totally Spy! Starting 25 Nov, tackle Clover, Sam, and Alex’s epic missions on Cartoon Network Game On! in Roblox

 

• Clover’s Covert Operations Challenge: Use disguises and cutting-edge gadgets to infiltrate secure facilities undetected. Navigate security cameras, bypass biometric scanners, and dodge patrolling guards in a mission all about blending in.
• Sam’s Drone Navigation Challenge: Sharpen your analytical skills as you pilot a spy drone through intricate mazes filled with security obstacles. Only the smartest will succeed in collecting intel without raising alarms.
• Alex’s Athletic Parkour Challenge: Unleash your inner athlete as you dash, jump, and swing your way across rooftops and through obstacles. Perfect your timing and movements to complete the course and become an agile spy extraordinaire!
 

Complete the challenges to unlock an exclusive Totally Spies-themed UGC (User-Generated Content) item for your avatar. The action kicks off on 25 November – so don’t miss it!

 

Tune In and Join the Fun!

It’s time to spy like a pro - join Sam, Clover, and Alex as they navigate new cities, defeat bizarre villains, and rock the coolest spy gear on Cartoon Network Africa, weekdays from 25 November at 17:30 CAT. Then, dive into the world of espionage on Cartoon Network Game On! and prove you have what it takes to be the next WOOHP agent.

The Story Of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC)

Kentucky Fried Chicken, the national fried chicken chain known as KFC, is synonymous with Colonel Sanders, its mascot that appears in the logo and advertisements. In fact, Colonel Sanders is more than a mascot because he's actually based on the fast food chain's founder, Harland Sanders, who started the company and later opened the first KFC franchise restaurant near Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1952.

So, it might come as a surprise that Sanders had a falling out with the chain after he sold its 600-plus locations to former Kentucky governor John Y. Brown Jr. and another investor in 1964 for $2 million and an annual salary of $40,000. He seemingly had a good relationship with the company for a while because he continued to appear in ads and visit KFC locations as the chain grew in the U.S. and Canada. Despite that relationship, Sanders was unhappy with changes in the recipes and opened a new restaurant called Claudia Sanders, The Colonel's Lady Dinner House with his wife Claudia Sanders in 1968.

In 1971, KFC was absorbed by Heublein, and the company wasn't happy about the Colonel using his image with his new restaurant venture. Heublein took Sanders to court, but he ended up countersuing the conglomerate for more than $122 million in 1974. The lawsuit claimed that Heublein prevented Sanders from franchising his new restaurant and that it was unlawfully using his image for products he didn't develop. The lawsuit was eventually settled for $1 million and the couple was allowed to keep their eatery. 

KFC and Colonel Sanders' troubled history

However, that wasn't the only lawsuit between the two parties. During many of his appearances at KFC restaurants, Colonel Harland Sanders made it clear that he wasn't happy with how the chain had changed up its recipes for gravy and fried chicken. According to The New York Times, he allegedly referred to the gravy as "sludge." He even went on record in an interview with The Courier-Journal newspaper (via The Day) describing the chain's chicken breading as "a damn fried dough ball stuck on some chicken" among other insults. He further criticized how KFC made its gravy, referring to it as "wallpaper paste." 

The remarks led the company to sue Sanders in 1975 for libel and defamation. However, the lawsuit was unsuccessful because a judge ruled that his criticism came via newspapers and could not be regarded as direct libel. By then, Sanders and his wife had opened their own eatery under a new name called Claudia Sanders Dinner House, in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

The pair eventually sold the restaurant, though it still operates in its new location where you can enjoy dishes like fried chicken, catfish, and fried green tomatoes. Sanders died in 1980, but if you want to take a bite of his historic fried chicken made with KFC's secret blend of 11 herbs and spices still used today, there are over 25,000 KFC restaurants operating in more than 145 countries as of 2023.

Avatar: The Legend Of Aang - Burning Earth (GBA)

The Burning Earth is based on the second season, Book 2: Earth, of the television series. The game begins with Team Avatar arriving at an Earth Kingdom base where they confront General Fong, who seeks to trigger Aang's Avatar State to overthrow the Fire Nation. After defeating Fong's forces, Aang enters the Avatar State to stop him.