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#BoycottingPlayRoom: Could Play Room Fill Up The Void Left By Da Vinci Kids When It Exits Both DStv And Possible GOtv In November?

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During the day, it was reported that Da Vinci Kids would be exiting both DStv and GOtv platforms in November as the channel continues to be broadcast on StarSat. Prior to the termination, MultiChoice would be adding another kids channel to their platforms, Play Room . Play Room is basically " an eToonz for Africa " featuring animated shows like CoComelon, Paw Patrol and Jabu's Jungle alongside live-action shows like Play Room Live and Game Shakers. It is operated by Ngwato Nkosi Group who manage Newzroom Afrika and Movie Room. Da Vinci Kids was a factual based children's channel which like carried animated shows like Wild Kratts, Mily Miss Questions and Pincode alongside live-action shows like Operation Ouch, Horrible Histories and Odd Squad. It was described as the Curiosity Channel of children's television. The minor setback with Play Room would be the programming despite catering for the same demographic none of the content match to that of Hist

Channel Termination: Da Vinci Kids Will Stop Airing On DStv And GOtv From 14 November, Play Room Will Be Added Soon

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After almost cutting the channel back in 2022 for Moonbug , MultiChoice has decided to end the carriage of the factual and kids entertainment channel, Da Vinci Kids. With the channel set to go dark across various DStv and GOtv platforms by 14 November 2023. Da Vinci Kids featured various animated series such as Mily Miss Questions, The Deep and Superhero Galore alongside live-action shows like Operation Ouch, Treehouse Stories and Bajilionaires. The latter which would now only be viewable on StarSat as MultiChoice makes space for Play Room . Following the on/off relationship with eMedia Investments, MultiChoice has been battling with transponder constraints that often when a new channel would roll out on their platforms it would result in the termination of an existing channel as seen with Novela Magic and Maisha Magic Movies . Play Room is described as an " eToonz for Africa " type children's channel featuring locally produced and international shows. The

Development Alert: Arendsvlei Cancelled After 6 Seasons On kykNET&Kie, Final Episode Slated For June 2024

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This series, which revolves around the semi-private school, Arendsvlei High School, managed by the Cupido family, made its debut on 1 October 2018. Arendsvlei was initially planned for one season only. Due to popularity among viewers and two SAFTA Awards for the first season, it was renewed for a second season. As viewership numbers continued to grow, the show grew from two to four episodes a week - an extraordinary achievement for a show in this genre. “From the very beginning, Arendsvlei blew our viewers away. As the first fully-fledged Afrikaans telenovela, it proved so popular that one season turned into six,” says Waldimar Pelser, M-Net Director of Premium Channels. Three SAFTA Awards in six years is proof of the hard work and creativity of the production team and talent that made Arendsvlei a household name in South Africa. On 11 December 2023, the team will celebrate its 1 000 episodes milestone. “The team behind Arendsvlei are incredibly proud of the rich storyworld

Play Room: Additional Schedule, Bumper And Details Pertaining To Programming

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Play Room (stylised as Playroom) is a children's channel operated by Ngwato Nkosi Group which offers fun and learning with popular animated shows dubbed in Zulu alongside live-action shows. The channel is set to go live on all packages from November 6 on channel 300. From what we've uncovered previously , MultiChoice lent Play Room the frequencies formerly used by one of their other TV channels, VUZU. An HD/SD feed is currently being test run on their platforms with a few holding slides now reserved as Play Room and not Movie Room. Bumpers/Idents/Promos/Banners Similar to the ones already unveiled, Play Room doesn't mention any show within these teasers (including Play Room Live). Schedule/Programming Compared to previous schedules , the former Movie Room (now Play Room) holding slides had been adjusted with the remaining slide occupying only 1 timeslot within the week. 20 October 00:00 Oddbods 00:30 Jabu's Jungle 01:00 Bino And Fino 01:30 Animal Time 01:45

News Shorts: CBS Reality Gives Up Producing Polish Programs In 2024, eMedia Investments Rebrands The Ultraview Pride Bouquet To EDGE And Desert Radio To Rollout On The DStv Platform

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CBS Reality is cutting back on Polish programs The documentary channel CBS Reality (AMC Networks International) resigned from the production of Polish programs. – With our viewers and partners in mind, we are constantly exploring opportunities to develop our programming strategy. We are currently not planning any new own productions for 2024, the channel's press office told us.  We broadcast and will continue to broadcast a number of true crime programs from CBS Justice, including British own productions such as: "Crown Evidence", "Living in Crime: Jackie Malton" or "Living in Crime: Donal MacIntyre".  Moreover, it was recalled that the CBS Reality channel also broadcasts foreign series on other topics, such as "Dirty Houses" or "Maniacal Hoarders". The last Polish productions were shown by the station in 2022. It was a two-part documentary "Always on Duty" and a five-episode series "Crime Without a Body&q

TRACE Urban Announces The Return Of TRACE Fest As They Also Expand To DStv Access Customers

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TRACE Urban, the leading destination for urban and contemporary music entertainment, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone for its viewers. From Wednesday, 1 November 2023, TRACE Urban will be available to DStv subscribers across the spectrum, from the Premium package all the way through to the Access package. This move reflects TRACE Urban’s commitment to providing its audience with uninterrupted access to the best urban and contemporary music content, making it easier for fans to stay connected with their favorite music, artists, and cultural trends. “MultiChoice is thrilled to bring TRACE Urban to our DStv Access customers,” says Georginah Machiridza, Executive Head of General Entertainment Channels at Multichoice Group. “We are constantly tuned-in to our viewers’ interests and keep abreast of their evolving taste as a means to enhance their experience. The addition of TRACE Urban strikes the right note to an already exciting lineup of entertainment on DStv Acc

New Series Alert: OUTtv Launches First Ever South African Programme, The G-List

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LGBTQ+ television and streaming service OUTtv has commissioned its first South African original series, reality format The G-List. Produced by The Red Pill Productions, the unscripted series follows three of the city’s gay influencers, Kyle Clarke, DJ Lula Odiba and Mthaux, as they explore topics such as identity, love, friendship and fame. The G-list will be released on OUTtv’s broadcast and streaming services worldwide and on Openview’s Ultraview service by the end of October.. Philip Webb, chief operating officer of OUTtv, said: “South Africa is an emerging market for us and also home to an incredibly rich, dynamic and culturally vibrant queer community which we are excited to be showcasing through The G-List.” Dale Jacobs, production lead for The Red Pill Productions, added: “We will challenge preconceived notions, celebrate diversity and uplift the power of self-expression, creating a global platform for amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in South Africa.”

Drafted: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Across Africa In November 2023?

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Discovery Channel: Gold Divers Castaways Wheeler Dealers TLC: 90 Day Fiance Say Yes To The Dress With Tan France Megan Thee Stallion Vs. Tory Lanez: Five Shots TNT: Pulp Fiction Alien Menace Unusual Suspicion Real Time: Forbidden: Dying For Love Investigation Discovery: Special Report: The Long Island Serial Killer How To Create A Sex Scandal Murder Tapes A Body In The Basement Food Network: Holiday Wars Zoe Bakes Holiday Baking Championship Christmas Cookie Challenge Beat Bobby Flay Holiday Baking Championship: Gingerbread Showdown Magnolia Table With Joanna Gaines HGTV: Ugliest House In America: Summer Road Trip Building Roots Travel Channel: The Visitors The Curse Of Lizzie Borden Scream: The True Story Ghost Hunters Taps Return Expedition Bigfoot Michigan Hell House Cartoon Network: Summer Camp Island Pokemon The Movie: I Choose You! Mr. Magoo Cartoonito: Batwheels Bugs Bunny Builders Singalong with Masha And The Bear, Lu And The Bally Bunch and CoComelon

Disney Africa And LIFT Unveil Plane Livery This Holiday Season

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The Walt Disney Company Africa and LIFT today unveiled a co-branded celebratory aircraft livery to kick-off Disney’s biggest festive campaign to date in South Africa, “May Your Wishes Come True”. The livery features some of the most iconic and memorable characters from Disney, MARVEL and Star WarsTM, including: Disney’s Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Moana, Black Panther, GroguTM, Elsa, Spidey. A brand new character also makes an appearance, Asha, from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming “Wish", which releases in cinemas nationwide from 22 November. The Disney inspired plane (tail number ZS-GAS) will appear in South African skies and at airports from 20 October and service routes between Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. On board, customers can expect special Disney and LIFT surprises, as well as kiddies activity packs to make flying with little ones a breeze during the busy holiday season, with giveaways and more treats. The excitement won't stop there, because LI