eMedia Investments Conducting Market Research Through OpenView Facebook Page

For those who don't use Facebook that's OpenView's only official account the rest are just fan made for those who want help installing your decoders you may have to visit PEP and e.tv for more details.

Last year, OpenView had a survey asking subscribers what they'd hope to see on the platform with regards to content now they had another survey asking people for their go to channels.

Just by going through the feedback SABC and Mindset goes unnoticed by the fans at the moment and the least mentioned channels are BBC World News, eToonz, Rewind and eExtra. This research is usually conducted to see what ways operators can improve their offerings even if that means cutting channels so be it.

Rewind survives since it's for old stuff which is excusable along with eToonz even if the format is awful it's the only entertaining kids channel around. Mindset, the lineup is weak some see it as a waste of space but it's helpful for school children or kids who can't go to school part of its programming is managed by NGOs and other institutions. SABC exists due to must carry regulations and e.tv doesn't pay for their channels. eExtra seems like the only channel in dangerous waters alongside BBC News.

eExtra has been repositioned several times over the period of 3 years while BBC News is third party channel.

Several Predictions:
- BBC News gets scrapped in favour of another channel
- eExtra gets dwindled down due to another channel
- A telenovela channel supplied by eMedia Investments is added carrying new, old(repeats) and current programming less program disruptions on eExtra
- A channel that offers some or one of the following make its way: music, sports, education and religion
- Several pop-up channels make its way including eForce

Morena's Fate Has Finally Been Revealed For eExtra

It seems like Morena is not having any luck on eMedia Investments. The series was originally slated to air February 2018 on the now defunct eBella channel on OpenView.

After the channel's demise all the remaining programming moved to eExtra which therefore became a 24/7 channel again carrying the channel's burden. In the press release provided by eMedia Investments regarding eExtra transition they mentioned a couple of old and new telenovelas set to air on eExtra with no mention of Morena.

Several viewers asked back in 2018 when the series will eventually air or if they plan to air it but e.tv remained silent as 2 years pass viewers already moved on and accepted the harsh reality out of nowhere Morena resurfaces this time on eExtra morning schedule in March and several sites including e.tv advertised the series out of nowhere the series was removed, eExtra adjusted it's timeslots and viewers were left with a lot of questions.

Even though e.tv didn't give any public statement. According to sources, Morena was removed due to age restrictions and deemed too dirty for the morning kind of like what Telemundo has with its super series and the series is set to air at 11pm from 7 May after I Forgot I Loved You.

With all this mismanagement with info it's safe to say e.tv plans ahead but sometimes fails to deliver at the last minute. If you want more details about this telenovela just click here [Morena]

A Bunch Of Turkish Telenovelas Are Rumored To Debut In Future On e.tv Or eExtra

eExtra, supplied by eMedia Investments which can be found on OpenView channel 105, DStv channel 195 and Starsat channel 489 is set to introduce a new telenovela later in April titled Vierspel Vuurspel.

Along the way a bunch of leaked info on rumoured upcoming telenovelas surfaced from a mysterious source. The programs rumoured to air soon include Herçai, Sen Anlat Karadeniz, Sefirin Kizi, Gulperi, Canevim and Muzice Doktor.

Here's a short summary about each telenovela:
- Hercai, Miran is seeking revenge for his parents he plans to marry the daughter (Reyyan) of the family who were responsible for the death of his parents. Unexpectedly he falls in love with Reyyan,will this change his plans?
- Sen Anlat Karadeniz, is about a man born and raised in the Black Sea Region, Tahir is ready to give his life for any person treated unjustly. Tahir sacrifices himself to save Nefes and her son. While doing so, he faces many challenges including exposing himself and his family to the threat of Nefes' now ex-husband, who was also known as her abuser, Vedat, as well as the rejection of his family and his country to Nefes; as protecting a married woman is considered "against traditions".
- Sefirin Kizi, follows the life of Sancar, the son of a gariban rider, is loved by Nare, the daughter of an ambassador who came to Bodrum when he was a child. These two opposite children love each other very much and fight for their love for years. Eventually the girl escapes from the boy, but the night Nare disappears suddenly. No one will see her again.
- Gülperi, tells the story of a mother who struggles to regain her children without losing hope.
- Canevim, tells the story of love of a poor orphan man named Maraz Ömer and a poor woman named Ceylan. Two young people who plan marriage plans to work and earn money; Ömer works at the construction site in Kars. Ceylan earns money by cleaning. Ceylan is abused by Taylan, a rich and spoiled young man.
- Muzice Doktor, A distinguished surgical unit turns upside down when a strange new resident joins the team. Ali has savant syndrome, making it hard for him to communicate with other people, even though he is a phenomenal doctor. The other doctors can't stand him at first, but his sincerity and dedication win them over. In this hospital, Ali finds the family he's always longed for.

More New Episodes Invade Disney Junior Africa In April 2020

Episodes: 18b, 19a, 19b
BRAND NEW! T.O.T.S, continuing weekdays from 23rd March - 2nd April
Sample Synopsis: Pip and Freddy brave the desert heat to deliver a camel.

Episodes: 67a, 67b, 68a, 68b, 70a, 70b, 72a, 72b, 74a, 74b
BRAND NEW! PJ Masks, weekdays 6th - 17th
Sample Synopsis: Armadylan steals the PJ Masks' vehicles. Kevin turns full wolfy on a trip to the moon.

Episodes: 28a, 28b, 26a, 26b, 27a, 27b, 31a, 31b, 34a
BRAND NEW! Fancy Nancy Clancy, weekdays 20th onwards
Sample Synopsis: Nancy accidentally becomes Freddy’s new best friend when JoJo ditches him for her imaginary friend. Nancy decides to live on her own in the playhouse.

Episodes: 27a, 27b, 26a, 26b, 28a, 28b, 29a, 29b, 30a, 30b
BRAND NEW! Muppet Babies, weekdays 13th - 24th
Sample Synopsis: Fozzie must learn some 'Camilla-rate' in order to join the martial arts team, The Kickin' Chickens. Piggy practices her performance for Miss Nanny too hard and loses her voice!

Episodes: 40, 44, 48, 41, 45, 46, 49, 50, 51
BRAND NEW! Elena of Avalor, weekday 6th - 16th
Sample Synopsis: When a female rock creature is unhappy, Elena enlists the help of Charoca to find out why before she causes a monfuego to erupt.

Repeats Throughout Most Of April 2020 On Disney XD Africa With One Premiere Airing Close To May

Amphibia S1
Continuing new repeat episodes weekdays at 17:00 until 10 April

Phineas and Ferb
Weekday marathons all month long from 6 April

Big Hero 6 S2
Premieres weekdays at 17:00 from 27 April

Just Roll With It Coming In April 2020 To Disney Channel Africa

Breaking through the pack, the ambitious new series "Just Roll With It" blends improvisational comedy with a family sitcom to seize an audacious opportunity that allows the studio audience to vote on the direction of key scenes, throughout the filming, while the actors are backstage. When the actors return to the stage, they have no idea what's coming at them. A feat of planning and physical production each episode, the comedy series was created and is executive produced by Adam Small and Trevor Moore (Disney's "Walk the Prank"). "Just Roll With It" premieres on Disney Channel (DStv Channel 303) on MONDAY, 6 APRIL at 17:25.

Two adult actors who intuitively know what's funny to kids—Tobie Windham (Disney's "Walk the Prank") and Suzi Barrett (Upright Citizens Brigade comedy group, Disney's

"Kirby Buckets")—play fun-loving newlyweds Byron and Rachel. Byron is an on-air radio personality on BEATZ 101 and Rachel is a decorated military veteran who now produces his daily show in their hometown of Akron, Ohio. Talented young actors Ramon Reed (Disney's "The Lion King" on Broadway) and Kaylin Hayman ("One Day at a Time") play preteen stepsiblings Owen Blatt and Blair Bennett, polar opposites who must now somehow learn to be harmonious siblings.

At unpredictable intervals unknown to the cast or audience, the scripted action is suddenly interrupted by the sound of a foghorn. The actors are sequestered backstage while the studio audience uses electronic voting devices at their seats to select which of the three comedic scenarios they would like to see take place next. After votes are cast, the crew quickly resets and the actors return to the stage to continue the unscripted scene, improvising throughout it.

Kory Lunsford, vice president, Original Programming, Disney Channel, said, "Our talented executive producers, Trevor and Adam, have once again delivered a not-to-be-missed comedy. With this series, they have elevated the convention of a traditional sitcom by adding the keep-you-on-your-toes element of improvisation. The cast and crew literally have to 'just roll with it' and it all makes for a uniquely entertaining experience for the live studio audience and viewers at home."

Vierspel Vuurspel Coming In April To eExtra

Vierspel Vuurspel (Içerde) a 2016 Turkish drama series dubbed in Afrikaans tells a story of two brothers torn from each other. Now on the opposite sides of the law, two brothers are placed against each other, unaware of their brotherhood.

Çağatay Ulusoy and Umut Yılmaz take on the lead roles as Sarp and Umut Yılmaz if you've watched Close Enemies (Intimo Enemigo) on Telemundo then yes you got the idea of what the show is about except the show has a conclusion.

The series has 139 episodes each of them are 120 minutes long. After the successful launch of the series South Africa joins Georgia, Korea, Greece, Romania, Iran, Iraq, Albania, Pakistan, Chile, Colombia, Bulgaria, Malaysia and Ethiopia.

Don't miss this Action drama Monday 6 April at 8:55 pm On eExtra (OpenView 105/DStv 195/Starsat 489)

SABC Is Cutting Back On Sports Bulletins Across All Radio Stations

The SABC has announced that it will remove standalone sports bulletins from its radio stations in an effort to cut costs, according to a report by the City Press.

This has resulted in more than 30 sports bulletin readers at the company facing retrenchment, unless their stations are able to motivate for their retainment.

In an email sent to radio stations managers and sports readers last week, the SABC confirmed the changes to its radio business and said the function of sports bulletin readers would be taken up by news bulletin readers.

“As from April 1, SABC Sport will no longer provide sport bulletins on all radio stations,” SABC Sport Radio programme manager Gilbert Nyadzhiwa said in an email to staff.

“As a result, SABC Sport will not renew any contract with the bulletin readers, i.e., sport will not continue contracting bulletin readers at SABC Sport as this function will be collapsed together with the news bulletin readers.”

Nyadzhiwa added that stations which want to retain their sports bulletin readers would have to motivate for their decision, as SABC Radio would have to carry the cost.

A source told the City Press the public broadcaster was also considering shutting down Sport Info Hub, which would result in even more job cuts at the company.

In response to questions from the publication, the SABC said it is always looking for more effective ways to optimise its operations.

“It must be noted that any changes made on its programming will not affect the delivery and quality of sports bulletins,” the SABC said.

Fight with former COO

The SABC is also currently embroiled in a conflict with its former Chief Operations Officer Chris Maroleng.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the public broadcaster refuted allegations made by Maroleng against the company,

Maroleng had argued that his previous dismissal in April 2019 was unfair and had submitted papers in the Johannesburg Labour Court to challenge the decision.

He demanded that the broadcaster pay him R16 million or give him his job back.

The SABC called Maroleng’s statements false and misleading, and explained how a disciplinary process had found him guilty on various charges.

Maroleng was charged for breaching his fiduciary duties as a director and for acting in a manner which breached good faith, trust, honesty, loyalty and confidence.

He was also found guilty on two charges of gross negligence.

“Mr Maroleng’s baseless allegation that members of the SABC Board are to blame for his dismissal rather than his own actions, clearly demonstrates his unwillingness to assume responsibility for his own serious misconduct,” the broadcaster said.

SA Youth TV Is Looking For Youth To Volunteer As Their Subcommittee

SA YOUTH TELEVISION CHANNEL Is calling upon the passionate youth of South Africa who are willing to volunteer as our subcommittees in the following provinces.

- Free State
- Limpopo
- North West
- Western Cape
- Northern Cape
- Eastern Cape
- Mpumalanga

Requirements
*Must be enthusiastic.
*Excellent communication skills.
*Genuine interest in young people.
*Passionate about arts/media.
*Be willing to work after hours.
*Must be consistent.

Please note we will be taking 5 people from each province.

If you're interested please send your biography to admin@sayouthtv.co.za

Closing date: 20/03/2020
Late submissions will not be considered.
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SA Youth Television Channel is a subscription and advert funded television channel intended for broadcast on the DSTV bouquet. It was founded by parent company EDK Media (EzaseDurbanKzn Media). The channel intends to broadcast a minimum of 80% programming which is produced by the youth of South Africa.

Back in February 2020, rumors surfaced that SA Youth TV is expected to debut in June and their spokesperson denied the allegations. They also attended an interview at Vibe FM giving listeners more details about the channel.

Viewers can submit content through this email: proposals@sayouthtv.co.za