Telemundo Africa December 2019 To January 3, 2020 Highlights

Summary:
-Blood & Wine Replaces Betty In New York At 20:00 CAT/21:00 EAT/19:00 WAT while Part Of Me takes up the rest of Betty's timeslots
- Christmas Miracles premieres Monday 16 December at 23:00 CAT/22:00 WAT/00:00 EAT (Tuesday 17th)
-Lord Of The Skies Season 6 has been DELAYED!
-More to follow very soon

MultiChoice is delighted to have reached an agreement with A+E Networks Africa to extend the current contract to air HISTORY and LIFETIME channels on the DStv platform. 31 October 2019

The extension of the contract, which was set to expire at the
end of October, will ensure that viewers continue to enjoy
their favourite factual entertainment shows on HISTORY,
alongside exciting entertainment series on LIFETIME.
This means that viewers won’t lose out on amazing Lifetime
programmes which include the premiere of Heartbreak
Island, new seasons of Married at First Sight and the
upcoming series Surviving Jeffery Epstein.
Diehard History fans can look forward to new seasons of
favourites including, Curse of Oak Island and Forged in
Fire as well as factual series such as Watergate and Rise of
the Superbombs.
“We are excited to have reached this agreement as it allows
us to ensure we meet our commitment to get the best
programming for our customers, based on commercial terms
that make sense and provide a value for money offering to
customers. We are pleased that Lifetime will also now be
available to our Compact customers from Friday
1st November”, commented Yolisa Phahle, MultiChoice
Group CEO for General Entertainment .
“We appreciate our customers’ patience and feedback and
have their best interests in mind as we continue to work hard
to improve our entertainment offering”, Phahle continued.
“We are pleased to have agreed a long-term renewal of our
flagship brands, HISTORY and LIFETIME in Africa with our
partners, DStv. As part of this renewal, the new distribution of
LIFETIME in Compact presents an exciting opportunity to
reach millions of new viewers with our unique programming
offering”, commented Dean Possenniskie, Managing Director
A+E Networks EMEA.

A Fascinating Start For Timeless Drama Channel (TDC)

SPI International’s Timeless Drama Channel (TDC), has so far launched in 12 countries with 14 operators and it is reaching 2.5 million homes in just six months. Timeless Drama Channel is among the top 25 channels on platforms where it’s available. TDC plans to double its market penetration in 2020 with more launches to be disclosed soon.

SPI International announced the worldwide launch of the first global Turkish drama channel, Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) during last year’s MIPCOM. Since then, the channel has been rapidly soaring to success, signifying a profound international affinity towards Turkish dramas. TDC brings over 600 hours of fresh content including critically-acclaimed Turkish dramas and movies to 2.5 million homes in 12 countries through 14 operators.

One of the fastest-growing drama genre channels in the world, TDC has managed to land a place among the top 25 most-watched channels on platforms where it’s available. The channel plans to double its reach across the globe in 2020.

Since its launch, TDC has secured distribution agreements with 14 international operators, establishing a major presence in the Adriatic, Balkan and MENA regions. Some of the operators that carry TDC in these territories include: Kujtesa and Ipko in Kosovo, Digit-Alb in Albania, A1 Croatia, A1 Macedonia, My-HD and Ooredoo Qatar in MENA, Telekom Srbija and UPC Romania. TDC also continues to expand its footprint across Western Europe through a recent deal with Post in Luxembourg.

“Turkish dramas are highly capable of connecting drama genre lovers from all over the world because they evoke an array of emotions in us that are able to cross cultural boundaries,” said Berk Uziyel, CEO of SPI International. “The global success of TDC stems from the fact that, this platform brings together hundreds of hours of high-quality Turkish broadcast content that resonates well with our international audience. We are proud to witness this exciting journey of Timeless Drama Channel and we are confident that it will continue to grow its presence around the world in the coming years,” continued Uziyel.

Timeless Drama Channel was created in partnership with Ay Yapim, one of Turkey’s top producers and creator of many award-winning Turkish TV series . The channel currently offers over 600 hours of fresh content including nine globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers, The End and The 8th Day. The channel also brings to the forefront some of Turkey’s most talented actors and actresses such as International Emmy Award nominee Engin Akyürek, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Bergüzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

National Geographic Kids Plans For Disney+

National Geographic is going to be one of the main core brands of Disney+ and it’s “Nat Geo Kids” division is set to take advantage of its new audience. And with “Nat Geo Kids” getting its own “section” within the Children’s profile section, we can expect to see more new shows from the brand, which also makes a wide range of products including books and magazines.

Disney want the team at “Nat Geo Kids” to develop new content for Disney+, though there isn’t a set number of hours or content quota to fill.

“Nat Geo Kids” is looking to create long-form TV series that are aimed at kids aged from six to 12. This new content can be animated, live action, game shows, and competition series.

“The programming we’re looking for is going to be brainy, fun, fact-filled, inspiring and will really amplify and grow Nat Geo’s mission. It’s an opportunity for us to continue to ramp up across a number of our pillars like animals in nature, exploration and adventure, science and innovation, world culture—all grounded in the fact-based world we live in.” Said Geoff Daniels.

He also confirmed the second season of Weird But True will launch on Disney+ in November. The series consists of 13 x 30 minute episodes, which sees Charlie and Kirby explore the fun, strange and surprising ways the world works.

Other series in development include a Explorer Academy, which is based on the “Nat Geo Kids” Publishing book series of the same name. No details such as a launch date, episode length or run time, were confirmed.

“Explorer Academy is inspired by the work our explorers do, and all the new technologies coming online [that allow kids] to create a meaningful impact on the planet, rooted in conservation they can do. I think it really encapsulates the spirit of adventure and exploration that National Geographic stands for. We’re going to continue to mine that line.”

The new shows from “Nat Geo Kids” are going to be slightly different from the usual National Geographic content as they are looking at pitches and scripts for a variety of projects such as pure fantasy, science fiction and comedy series.

“Right now, Nat Geo Kids reaches 260 million kids globally. I think we’re looking at where those opportunities are, [so we can] continue to roll out Nat Geo Kids and the content we’re building around the world. We are looking to ramp that up over the long haul.”

National Geographic looks set to take advantage of its new opportunity and with full support from its new owners, Disney, it does look like we will have lots of exciting content to look forward to.

Rumor: Da Vinci Kids Coming Soon To DStv

A Berlin-based media company that offers Da Vinci Kids (as TV channel and VOD app) with hours of handpicked educational entertainment available 24/7, and Da Vinci
Learning (as TV channel) with award-winning science documentaries that parents and adults can enjoy in the evening.

Available in over 90 territories in Central and Eastern Europe, Russia, Africa and Asia and broadcast in 18 languages. Founded in 2007, today Da Vinci reaches more than 30 million homes with fresh and stimulating content from around the globe combining fun and knowledge for curious kids and adults.

With 2500+ videos that can be safely viewed
anytime of the day, Da Vinci inspires the
audience to make their life bigger and more
extraordinary. The channel turns complex
knowledge topics into enthralling and
entertaining adventures of the mind, using
creative visualisation techniques and
integrating a meaningful educational takeout.

Showing programmes which are smart,
experiential, thought provoking, trustworthy and enriching. Creating an environment for families to share their adventures in learning.

This could be one of the two new channels DStv said they'll announce soon around the time Crime & Investigation, History and Lifetime announced that the channels will go dark at the end of October.

Lord Of The Skies Season 6 Coming In December 2019 On Telemundo Africa

Aurelio Casillas recovered all the lost fortune and finally feels the need to retire. But it is time for retribution, the hatred that he sowed since he sold his soul to the drug trafficking demon is now knocking on his door with the face and blood of the many innocent people he destroyed. Aurelio will understand that his riches are an illusion, and that after being the great hunter he was, he will now become the prey. The women he mistreated, the men he betrayed, the political puppets he put in power, and even his own children will turn against him.

Catch The 6th Season Of Lord Of The Skies Monday 16 December On Telemundo Africa

Star Wars Resistance Season 2 Debuts In November 2019 On Disney XD Africa Along With Brand New Episodes Of DuckTales

Disney 11 (S3 Launch)
TX Details: Weekdays @17:00, from 4th November – 29th November
Synopsis: Season 3 will show us how Gabo and his teammates dispute a School World Championship, where they will pursue their objective of being champions, but also fight to achieve their most cherished desire; to become professional football players.

Star Wars Resistance (S2 Launch)
TX Details: Saturday @07:30 from 2nd November
Synopsis: The Colossus faces new dangers across the galaxy.

DuckTales (New Eps)
TX Details: Weekdays @17:25 from 4th November – 8th November
Synopsis: Della Duck's been stuck on the moon, surviving untold danger; will she be able to get back to Huey, Dewey and Louie? The answer may be the Duck family’s greatest adventure yet!

Miraculous Season 3 Coming In November 2019 On Disney Channel Africa

Miraculous (S3 Launch)
TX Details: Weekdays @16:35 from 4th November – 6th December
Synopsis: Students Marinette and Adrien transform into superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir, to save Paris by capturing evil creatures, Akumas, which transform people into villains.

Cookabout (Season Finale)
TX Details: Saturday @10:15 and 10:40 on 30th November
Synopsis: Cookery gameshow set in South Africa. Two young chefs head out to explore where the food on our tables comes from and then back to the amazing kitchen to rustle up some tasty dishes. With Kirsten Mohamed and Mthunzi Ntoyi!

The Final Season Of The Lion Guard Debuts In November 2019 On Disney Junior Africa Along With New Episodes From Your Favorite Characters

Fancy Nancy Clancy (New Eps)
TX Details: Weekdays @17:00 from 11 November onwards
Synopsis: Follow Fancy Nancy Clancy on her adventures with family and friends, as she finds the extraordinary in the ordinary, and – with a little imagination- transforms the plain into the exquisite.

Nursery Rhymes (New Eps)
TX Details: Weekdays @16:25 from 25th November
Synopsis: Classic nursery rhymes are re-imagined in a fun and playful way with the help of music and popular Disney Junior characters.

The Lion Guard (S3 Launch)
TX Details: Weekdays @16:30, from 25th November – 6th December
Synopsis: The Lion Guard roars again to defend the Pride Lands! Kion, Bunga and the rest of the Guard battle predators and villains to protect their home and preserve the Circle of Life.