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Friday, March 12, 2021

April 2021 On CBS Reality | New Seasons

RUMBLE & HUM Season 2
Weekends at 19:30 and 01:20, from 17th April to 16th May. Repeated on weekdays at 21:10 and 01:25 from 10th to 21st May.
You’ve planned this for months, forged your story into that one timeless image and refrained from drinking for 24 hours. Now it’s time to roll up your sleeves and brace for the craziest tattoo experience in town. With the rumble of a V-twin engine and the hum of a state-of-the-art tattoo machine, Johannesburg based tattoo shop Rumble & Hum will knock you where you didn’t see it coming!
Watch as the wackiest mixture of comedy and tears unravel into masterpieces of ink and skin. Established artist ‘Vudu’ Lew Williams takes no prisoners with his piercing shout-casting remarks, pranks and zen-like focus when he puts needle to canvas. These guys are wild, loud and insatiable when it comes to crazy humour, eccentric clients and world-class tattooing. Welcome to the mania and magic Rumble & Hum!

JUDGE JUDY
Season 17
Weekdays quadruple bill from 15:45 until 17:25, from 5th April to 2nd July. Repeated weekends from 11:10 until 17:50 from 8th May until 4th July.
With her outspoken style, hard-hitting decisiveness and engaging wit, Judge Judith Sheindlin single-handedly reinvented the courtroom genre and in the process has become a pop culture icon. A former New York family court judge known for her ability to cut through a dispute and get to the core of the emotional issue at hand, Judge Judy acts as a true moral compass for people seeking guidance, resolution and common sense in their lives. Judge Judy’s goal is to make a lasting impression that will discourage repeat oﬀenders and help heal families and victims of injustice. There are many imitators, but only one Judge Judy!

It is available on DStv channel 132

Sunday, March 7, 2021

As Predicted, Akili Kids Launches In Kenya On DStv

A month ago I conducted a list of possible kids channels that might surface on DStv and one of my predictions reached the surface.

Akili Network, creators of Akili Kids!, Kenya’s first and only 24/7 free-to-air children’s learning TV channel, announces a partnership with DStv, a platform from Africa’s leading entertainment company Multichoice Africa. As of March 3rd, DStv will now carry Akili Kids! on channel 311 for all existing DStv customers in Kenya.

Akili Kids! was made in Kenya, for the Kenyan people and is committed to ensuring the wholesome development of children by selectively broadcasting only programmes that have positive learning outcomes. Akili Kids! has a wide variety of programs catering to children, parents, guardians and caregivers across the entire country. Moreover, the channel is deeply dedicated to enhancing relationships between parents and children by airing shows that can be enjoyed by children and the entire family together. Akili Kids! has a weekly viewership of over 5.4 million children and 4.3 million adults between 6am and 6pm, as per a specialized Geopoll report designed to measure viewership of children, parents and caregivers. Akili Kids! has introduced a comprehensive child-protective advertising policy that ensures children are not exposed to unhealthy or potentially harmful marketing messages.

Established in 1995, DStv aims to deliver the right type of content to millions of Africans, anytime, anywhere. As part of the Multichoice Africa family, DStv shares in the vision of making both homegrown and international entertainment more accessible to Africans as well as contributing to the economic growth of Africa by creating employment opportunities and empowering businesses across the continent.

“We are incredibly excited to add DStv as a distribution partner. With DStv’s exceptional brand value and reach, the greatest beneficiaries of our partnership is to Kenyan children, parents and caregivers.”, says Jesse Soleil, President and Co-Founder of Akili Network.

Kenyan children, parents and caregivers can now watch Akili Kids! TV on DStv channel 311 to enjoy a wide range of programmes: school readiness during the day, and action, adventure and learning shows for school-aged children in the afternoons and evenings, all of which promote academic, social, emotional, mental and physical well-being.

That means South Africa (eToonz) and Kenya (Akili Kids) are the only markets where DStv offers an accessible regional kids channel both of which occupy the same channel number in their respective regions.

April 2021 On Investigation Discovery Africa | New Series Alerts | Returning Shows

Before I Die S1
Brand New
TX Date: 8 April
TX Time: 21:00 CAT
Tx Day: Thursday
Before I Die exposes the truth behind the individuals who had the strength and courage in their final moments to catch the perpetrator of their own brutal slaying. Each episode in this three-part series re-tells the shocking events leading to the crucial piece of evidence, the one item, that the victim was able to somehow communicate with their dying breath, that helped to solve their own murder.

My Family’s Deadly Secret S1
Brand New
TX Date: 11 April
TX Time: 21:00 CAT
Tx Day: Sunday
All families have secrets, but not like this. Behind the closed curtains of suburbia, not all is as it seems. People connected to these families have secrets to hide and will stop at nothing -- even murder -- to ensure their secret remains hidden forever.

In Pursuit With John Walsh S2
New Season
TX Date: 29 April
TX Time: 21:00 CAT
Tx Day: Thursday
In Pursuit With John Walsh carries forward John Walsh's lifelong mission of tracking down fugitives from justice, finding missing children, and empowering the public to help support a more effective and accountable criminal justice system.

Friday, March 5, 2021

SABC Acquired Broadcasting Rights To Brazilian Telenovela, Orphan Of A Nation

Brazilian fans are in for a treat as SABC expands their Brazilian catalogue with the introduction of Orphans Of The Nation (Órfãos Da Terra). As of last year you only had Side By Side (Lado Ao Lado) on SABC 2 now the underperforming brand SABC 3 will bask in the monument.

After being victims of a bombing in Syria, Missade (Ana Cecília Costa) and Elias (Marco Ricca) flee to Lebanon with their children, Khaled, a boy who was injured, and Laila (Julia Dalavia) - who agrees to marry a powerful sheikh, Aziz Abdallah.(Herson Capri) in exchange for money to pay for his brother's treatment.

Since the series debut in 2019, the show consisted of a total of 154 episodes (90 internationally) with each running for a total of 45 minutes.

Not only that the series managed to bag itself some awards including A Best International Emmy Award.

The series airs Mondays to Wednesdays at 18:30 from 5 April on SABC 3 where the NBC's This Is Us is currently occupying.

April 2021 On Real Time Africa | Cooking | Renovation | Medical

Valerie’s Home Cooking S1-S3
Brand New
TX Date: 5 April
TX Time: 12:00 CAT
Tx Day: Mon-Fri
Actress Valerie Bertinelli modernizes her favorite recipes that have been passed down through her family over the years.

Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation S2
New Season
TX Date: 8 April
TX Time: 15:00 CAT
Tx Day: Mon-Fri
A relaxing getaway with an oceanfront view is only a renovation away for the families featured in this series. They are searching for a home away from home that has beach access and is affordable. Each episode follows the progress toward purchasing a fixer upper, which the family then transforms into its very own sun- drenched oasis.

Inside the Children’s Hospital S1-S2
Brand New
TX Date: 19 April
TX Time: 12:00 CAT
Tx Day: Mon-Fri
At the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital, every year more than 20,000 boys and girls from the north of Scotland receive life changing treatments.

April 2021 On Discovery Family Africa | Lifestyle & Environmental

Abandoned Engineering S3-S4
New Seasons
TX Date: 5 April
TX Time: 19:20 CAT
Tx Day: Mon-Fri
Research into why and how large projects were built, the financial and social costs of their failure, and the consequences for the environment. Experts present plans to make something new from the ruins.

Weather Files S2
New Season
TX Date: 14 April TX Time: 17:40 CAT
Tx Day: Mon-Fri
Weather professionals give first-hand accounts and stories of their experiences in dealing with Mother Nature's unpredictable and often extreme weather.

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Queen Of The South Season 2 Coming Soon To Telemundo Africa

As predicted earlier in the year, Queen Of The South 2 will air on Telemundo. The first season debuted back in 2014 a year after the channel made its debut in the market.

This season revolves around Teresa Mendoza nine years after the events of the first season. Hidden from the rest of the world, Teresa now lives an idyllic existence in Italian Tuscany, but the kidnapping of her daughter forces her to reintroduce herself into the underworld of drug trafficking and once again confront her old enemies and the past she tried to leave behind.

Telemundo did air a rerun of the first season back in 2019 if I remember correctly for those who have forgotten about the show or haven't seen it yet.

According to sources, it will air back-to-back meaning season 3 but there's no official confirmation of that as yet. That's not the only development in April but the channel will also air the court drama, Case Closed.

Queen Of The South 2 replaces Close Enemies 2 on Monday 19 April at 22:00 CAT/21:00 WAT/23:00 EAT

April 2021 On TLC Africa | Continuing Seasons

My Feet Are Killing Me S1C
New Season
TX Date: 17 April
TX Time: 20:00 CAT
Tx Day: Saturday
In this extraordinary series, patients with shocking foot conditions undergo surgery to have them radically transformed, changing their lives forever. From painful bunions to extreme fungal infections, Dr. Schaeffer and Dr. Vincent have seen it all – and they’re determined to get their patients up and running again.

Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire 2C
New
Season
TX Date: 25 April
TX Time: 19:00 CAT
Tx Day: Sunday
GokWan is an expert in dressing women, so when you're looking for the most important dress of your life you couldn't be in safer hands. Say Yes to the Dress Lancashire is back with even more warmth, heart and irresistible northern humour.

Outdaughtered S5B
New Season
TX Date: 28 April
TX Time: 20:00 CAT
Tx Day: Wednesday
America's first all-female Quintuplets are growing up fast! With Ava, Olivia, Riley, Parker and Hazel rapidly approaching their fifth birthday, and big sister Blayke about to enter tweendom, parents Danielle and Adam Busby are racing to keep up.

April 2021 On Discovery Channel Africa | New Show: EBTTF | Returning Series

Gold Rush: Dave Turin’s
Lost Mine S3
New Season
TX Date: 5-Apr
TX Time: 20:00 CAT
Tx Day: Monday
America is filled with hundreds of millions of dollars in gold – it takes some skill, a lot of determination, and a little luck to find it. Dave Turin and his band of miners are back to claim their share. Despite uncertain and unprecedented times, Dave and his crew are determined to go bigger and work harder.

Salvage Hunters:
Classic Cars S5
New season
TX Date: 20-Apr
TX Time: 20:00 CAT
Tx Day: Tuesday
Salvage aficionado, Drew Pritchard teams up with Turbo Pickers' Paul Cowland for an epic motoring mission. They scour the UK, buying, restoring and selling classic cars.

Expedition Back To The Future S1
Brand New
TX Date: 25-Apr
TX Time: 20:55 CAT
Tx Day: Sunday
Josh Gates and Back to the Future star Christopher Lloyd are embarking on the greatest adventure of a lifetime – to find the disappearing DeLorean
time machine for Michael J Fox!

Kamer 309 Coming Soon To eExtra

2021 promises to be a productive year for the Afrikaans block Kuiertyd on eExtra. They will be introducing a Turkish telenovela to the lineup called Kamer 309 (No. 309).

Out of pure coincidence, Onur and Lale meet at the same place due to a blind date that is arranged by their mothers. And during the next morning they find themselves in the same bed. The series stars Demet Özdemir and Furkan Palalı.

The series made its debut on the Turkish FOX Channel on 1 June 2016, and concluded on 25 October 2017.

The series will air later in April replacing Begeertes my guess would be either 6 or 12 April. There's no news yet on the exact date and timeslot but hopefully they'll confirm very soon.

Cuban-American Arbitrator, Ana María Polo Debuts On Telemundo Africa In A Court Drama, Case Closed

The Emmy nominated star graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in 1987, and is a member of the Florida Bar. She was a member of the law firm of Emmanuel Perez & Associates, P.A. in Coral Gables, Florida.

Now she's an arbitrator on a show called Cased Closed (Caso Cerrado) which deals with maritial problems, violence and abuse.

In the United States, Case Closed pulls
in a million daily and is the #1 Spanish-spoken show in its timeslot. 39% of the viewers of Case Closed are aged among 18 - 34.

From what a source mentioned either Almost Yours or Decisions replaces Betty In New York on March 22nd with the romcom 100 Days To Fall In Love pushed to a later stage (2022).

On top of that the channel is set to rebrand, It's speculated that they'll be even more content outside of their comfort zone with others coming on a limited basis.

Case Closed airs weekdays at 20:00 CAT/19:00 WAT/21:00 EAT from 5 April

April 2021 On History Channel Africa | Freedom Month Stunt | Returning Series

FREEDOM MONTH STUNT
Saturdays From 20h15

This month on the History Channel Africa, we refect on those individuals who have fought and struggled against colonialism and oppression. We take a look at historical events that defned an era and we highlight some of the brave fgures who stood up against injustce and paved the way for future generatons.

Brand New & Exclusive
FIGHT THE POWER: THE HISTORY OF PROTESTS
3 April Saturday 20h15 Protest is in the American DNA. The United States was born out of violent public protest and every major social and politcal advancement in their colourful history has been the result of people taking to the streets to voice their demands. Public protest created the US in 1776 and almost destroyed it in 1861. Cites have burned. People have been killed. Yet, each tme civil unrest has forced the country to take an uncompromising look at itself, to judge if it is on the right course - the course set by the US Consttuton. This one-hour documentary special, executve produced and hosted by Kareem Abdul Jabbar, will look at the impact protests have had on the evoluton of the United States, including today. Does the arc of the moral universe bend toward justce when pressure is applied?

Brand New & Exclusive
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN: LEGACY OF COURAGE
3 April Saturday 21h05 American anchor Robin Roberts’ father was a Tuskegee Airman, part of the legendary group of African-American military pilots who fought in World War II and were the frst men of colour to fy as pilots in the US Air Force. Now, in this one hour special, Robin examines the broader legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, revealing how their brave service helped end segregaton in the military and paved the way for the civil rights movement, infuencing generatons of African American cultural and politcal leaders. Interviewees include the prolifc voices of Donald Glover, Ta-Nehisi Coates and Yara Shahidi.

Brand New & Exclusive
400 YEARS: TAKING THE KNEE
10 April Saturday 20h15
This two- part special begins with frst years of the European slave trade but fundamentally focuses on the individuals who fought and struggled against colonialism, slavery, and their legacies. The frst part investgates the diferent struggles in the gradual labour of breaking down the system of slavery. It looks to the violent resistance that occurred within the Atlantc system, inspiring defance, and fracturing the machine piecemeal, but also to the literary and politcal organising in the frst abolitonary process. The second part deals with very diferent sorts of struggles: the legacies of slavery and colonialism and how they have been paterned out and resisted up to the present day. It turns again to literary composers, politcal organisers and to especially resonant symbolic moments, reminding us of the importance of remembering those who have pioneered, resisted, spoken out and paved the way.

Brand New & Exclusive
IN THEIR OWN WORDS: MUHAMMAD ALI
17 April Saturday 20h15
In Their Own Words is a stylish new biography series that explores an elite few of the 20th century’s greatest fgures, illuminatng their fascinatng personalites and profound cultural and historical impact. The flm follows boxer Muhammad Ali’s rise from the Columbia Gym in Louisville, Alabama to internatonal fame, as he transcended his great athletc achievements to become one of the most infuental Americans of his tme: how this once polarising fgure ultmately became a beloved and honoured hero.

Brand New & Exclusive
SALUTE
17 April Saturday 21h05
This award-winning flm recounts the role of a white man in a defning moment of the American civil rights movement: the 1968 Black Power Salute. When Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fsts on the victory dais following the Olympic 200 metre fnal in Mexico City, the repercussions were immediate. They were banished from the US Olympic team and were subject to abuse and death threats on their return home. The third man on the dais had a similar experience, Australian silver medallist Peter Norman, who, as a punishment for his support of Smith and Carlos was reprimanded by the authorites and never ran for his country again. Superbly writen, produced and directed by Norman’s nephew, Mat Norman, for the first tme the complete story behind one of the most iconic images of all tme will be told. With never before seen interviews and footage, Salute is an inspiring and tmely portrait of three compettors who became brothers.

Brand New & Exclusive
THE BLACK PANTHERS: VANGUARD OF THE REVOLUTION
24 April Saturday 20:15
The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revoluton is the frst feature length documentary to explore the Black Panther Party, it’s signifcance to the broader American culture, its cultural and politcal awakening for Black people, and the painful lessons wrought when a moment derails. Master documentarian Stanley Nelson goes straight to the source, weaving a treasure trove of rare archival footage with the voices of the people who were there: police, FBI informants, journalists, white supporters and detractors, and Black Panthers who remained loyal to the party and those who lef it. Featuring Kathleen Cleaver, Jamal Joseph, and many others, The Black Panthers is an essental history and a vibrant chronicle of this pivotal movement that birthed a new revolutonary culture in America.

Brand New & Exclusive
FORGED IN FIRE S8
12 April Mondays 20h15 On this all-new competton show, the best bladed weapon-makers in the country go head-to-head building everything from Viking batle axes, to Samurai swords, to Indian claw daggers. There will be new weapons and contestants every week, and stunning tests of their creatons. In each stand-alone episode, four new contestants batle it out in a quest to prove they can build a partcular weapon beter than anyone else – and they’re doing it by hand. This is the show that turns the crafsmanship, legend and excitement of weapons-building into an against-the-clock batle of wits, resourcefulness, and ingenuity. Contestants compete over a series of eliminaton challenges using the “garage” of tools provided. Each challenge centres on fabricatng a component of the overall weapon. Judged by an esteemed panel of weapons experts, the race to create the episode’s weapon of choice is a journey through weapon history under ‘Mission Impossible’ time constraints with an explosive finale. The winner leaves with $10,000 cash and the coveted ttle of “Forged in Fire Champion”.

SA Youth TV Is Currently Developing Several Original Shows For The Brand

The local youth brand which is intended for broadcast on the DStv platform has recently made calls to several youths for the following programs:

"Journey of Success" where entrepreneurs or business people share their stories how they made it and became successful. This will motivate others to be assured that "anything is possible when you put your mind into it."

"Life after Matric" this is for everyone who faces challenges as they finish their Matric. We call upon anyone who is willing to share their story and be part of the show through their journey of challenges. Shoots takes place at our Durban Studios.

"Behind the Mic" where we seek Local Radio Presenters who are interested to be part of the show to share their story how they started until they are where they are with Radio.

"Know your health" where different Doctors talk about the diseases that affects people and ways to treat them, their profession and what they specialize in for sick Patients.

"Iphupho Lam" where Youth in Arts to name Musicians, Models, Designers, Actors etc talk about those Industries they are doing, if it's what they have dreamt to become or how they ended up in that particular Industry from what they wished to become.

Friday, February 26, 2021

Boomerang Africa's Tom And Jerry Start March On A Brand-New Slate…And The Chase Is On!

If you thought that 81 years of cat and mouse games, catch-me-if-you-can and relentless pursuits would have tired this iconic duo out, you’re wrong! As energetic and mischievous as the world has come to know them, Tom and Jerry still have a lot of life in them as they launch into Boomerang Africa from Monday, 8 March with brand-new episodes, and all-new storylines, in season 5 of The Tom and Jerry Show.

The new edition of the series, launched in 2014, is directed by Darrell van Citters (also known for directing the latest version of The Looney Tunes). It is based on the 1940 Tom and Jerry animated cartoon series created by animation pioneers and legends, William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. The characters are simultaneously timeless and timely, as their modern attributes and sense of irreverence are a perfect fit for today’s audiences around the globe. Our beloved frenemies, who love to hate each other, are joined by Spike, Tyke, Tuffy, Butch and other friends in new adventures around the house, and beyond!

Tom and Jerry remains one of the best performing shows on Boomerang Africa and is one of the most significant contributors to the channel’s ratings in the past year. This timeless classic, loved by children and adults across Africa, was once again voted one of the ‘Coolest Cartoon Shows’ by South African youth in the Sunday Times Gen Next Awards, now six years in a row.

To celebrate the release of The Tom & Jerry Movie, a hybrid live action and animated film coming to cinemas in South Africa on 5th March, Boomerang Africa will launch all-new episodes of the current spin-off series on Monday, 8 March, with tune-in Mondays to Fridays @ 08:05 CAT. The new episodes will feature the legendary pair continuing their never-ending chase on a camping trip to canyon country where they get more than they bargained for; then the frenemies end up revelling in Spike’s owner, Rick’s, sleepwalking escapades to the local fast food joint; and Jerry pretends to be a ghost terrorising Tom … until he gets a fright of his own!

In addition, fans will be able to celebrate the public holiday on Monday, 22 March with two Tom and Jerry movies starting 08:05 CAT. Tom and Jerry: The Fast and The Furry follows the duo as they agree (for once!) to enter a race around the world where the winner gets a fancy new house – after wrecking their own home during a chase. The two then accidentally blast off to outer space in Tom and Jerry: Blast off to Mars.

Don’t miss out, join the Boomerang Africa family on weekdays to get your share of the play and laughter from Monday, 8 March on DStv channel 302, at 08:05 CAT.

Watch. Play. Laugh!

As Rumored, Raven Makes Its Debut This March On Timeless Dizi Channel (TDC)

Not long ago, there were rumours that both Timeless Dizi Channel (TDC) and e.tv acquired rights to Raven (Kuzgun) for which neither brand denied or confirmed these rumors. Now TDC will finally give the series the light of day.

Raven, follows Kuzgun's family life when it changes completely as a result of the caliper held against his father, who is a police. Kuzgun will fall into a bondage, pain, anger, and struggle that will last 20 years. Baris Arduç, Burcu Biricik and Hatice Aslan take up the lead roles.

The series airs weekdays at 21:00 CAT/20:00 WAT/22:00 EAT from 8 March replacing The Red Scarf

Please note that The End will make its return I know you're tired of repeats but this one comes as a double bill which is the reason for the timeslot changes.

Sunday, February 21, 2021

As Expected, EVA And EVA+ Stop Airing On DStv Later In March

This news doesn't come as a shocker to me I mean since last year both channels hit the repeat button and the only stable thing about the brand was CBS' Bold And The Beautiful.

EVA operated by AMC International launched back in March 2015 as an alternative to Telemundo offering Portuguese telenovelas from companies that didn't have a platform within the market. Two years later they launched EVA+ for those outside South Africa.

Now both of them are set to go off/shut down on March 22nd at 23:59 CAT I was expecting March 31st but this part makes sense since it launched mid March. EVA+ was probably given an open window as that one launched in October.

According to MultiChoice, they no longer have broadcasting rights to the channel and told fans to look out for more novela channels (likely tvN).

So even though EVA and EVA+ will be shutting down and won't be replaced you can find some of its shows on TLNovelas with Telemundo having a similar offering. MultiChoice will likely expand the alternatives to even include Timeless Dizi Channel (TDC), tvN (as mentioned earlier) and Novela Magic.

So basically these channels which I theorized would go off air since last year became the first batch of channels to fly out the window on DStv in 2021.

MultiChoice hasn't bothered to answered viewers on the fate of Bold And The Beautiful I wouldn't be shocked if it surfaced on another channel likely an M-Net channel.

Friday, February 19, 2021

March 2021 On WarnerMedia Africa | New Series Alert | New Horror Film As Part Of TNT Original Movies | New Seasons & Episodes

TNT:

Vicious Fun - Original Movie
A horror film critic finds himself in a sticky
situation when he stumbles into a self-help group for serial killers.

Cartoon Network:

Elliott From Earth - New Series
This animated sci-fi comedy about a boy and his mum who find themselves suddenly transported somewhere across the universe surrounded by an amazing array of aliens from new and unknown corners of the galaxy. While trying to work out who brought them there and why, they make a new home for themselves and encounter new friends, including Mo, the only other being from Earth - a dinosaur.

The Fungies - New Episodes
Explore Fungietown through the whimsical quests of Seth, one of the town's young mushroom inhabitants.

Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs 1 & 2
A local scientist is often regarded as a failure until he invents a machine that can make food fall from the sky. But little does he know, that things are about to take a turn for the worst.

Boomerang:

The Tom And Jerry Show - New Episodes
A cat and mouse brawl with each other.

Kikoumba - New Episodes
the series follows the adventures of the king of chill, Kikoumba the lion, who has to face off against contenders for his crown every single day.

Moka's Fabulous Adventure - New Episodes
Moka, the King of the Savannah’s son, a naive and reckless little crocodile, leaves home one day to go explore his vast kingdom. Cherry, a brave rhinoceros from the Royal Guard is sent along to insure his protection. But much to her despair, Moka’s insatiable curiosity and impulsive behavior are constantly getting them into trouble!

Tom And Jerry: Fast And The Furry
The duo team up and participate in a racing competition to win a beautiful grand mansion.

Tom And Jerry: Blast Off To Mars
The duo are unintentionally packed off to Mars on a spaceship. Subsequent to landing in Mars, the two interact with the native Martians and cause them to decide to invade Earth.

March 2021 On Disney Junior Africa | Mickey Mouse Extravaganza | New Episodes Of Current Series

MICKEY MORNINGS: MICKEY MOUSE MIXED-UP ADVENTURES
Premiere episodes
Weekdays from Monday 1st to Friday 5th March at 08:30
March means Mickey Mornings! Mickey Mouse and his mates are back this month, as Disney Junior airs programming event Mickey Mornings every weekday from 07:00 to 10:00. In the first week of March this block includes premiere episodes of Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures on weekdays from Monday 1st to Friday 5th March at 08:30.
Get mixed-up with Mickey and his pals in his new house in Hot Dog Hills! Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Minnie, Daisy, Pluto and Chip 'n Dale have surprises in store. In this month’s first new episode, entitled Hanami Hijinks (Monday 1st March at 08:30) Daisy wants to celebrate Hanami with a perfect picnic, but unfortunately things go a little haywire!

Mickey Mornings air every weekday from 07:00 to 10:00, and consist of episodes of Bluey and Vampirina, followed by episodes of Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures at 08:30, (with premiere episodes from Monday 1st to 5th March). The block concludes each weekday with a special featuring Mickey and his friends, at 09:00.

MICKEY MOUSE HOT DIGGITY DOG TALES
Premiere episodes
Weekdays from Monday 1st to Friday 5th March at 19:25
Our fun-filled series of shorts, Mickey Mouse Hot Diggity Dog Tales, is back to entertain us this March. There are premiere episodes on weekdays from Monday 1st to Friday 5th March at 19:25.
Hot diggity dog! Mickey and Pluto celebrate their loving friendship with lots of fun, as they pal-around Hot Dog Hills. In the episode entitled Mickey’s Hot Dog Dance Party (Monday 1st March at 19:25) it’s almost Dance Party time and Mickey must come up with a brand new, tail-shaking dance to show Minnie, Goofy, and all of his friends!
Premiere episodes of Mickey Mouse Hot Diggity Dog Tales, air on weekdays from episodes
Weekdays Monday 15th to Friday 26th March at 16:00

PJ MASKS
Our favourite pyjama clad heroes fly back onto our screens this month, as premiere episodes of PJ Masks season four air on Disney Junior, on weekdays from Monday 15th to Friday 26th March at 16:00.
This fourth season sees the PJ Masks continue the battle for sky and space with help from their new friend, Newton Star. In the first new episode, entitled Romeo’s Space Machine (Monday 15th March at 16:00) with the PJ Masks’ help, Newton learns that he’s not just brains.
Premiere episodes of P J Masks season four air on Disney Junior, on weekdays from Monday 15th to Friday 26th March at 16:00, on Disney Junior.

ELENA OF AVALOR
Premiere episodes
Weekdays from 22nd March to 2nd April at 10:30
It’s Easter, and Elena of Avalor returns to Disney Junior to entertain viewers during the holiday, with the launch of season three. Premiere episodes air on weekdays from Monday 22nd March to Friday 2nd April at 10:30.
Elena’s epic journey continues as she strives to protect her kingdom from a family of wicked wizards while learning how to control her new magic powers.

In the first premiere episode, entitled Sister of Invention (Monday 22nd March at 10:30), Isabel stows away on a dangerous mission with Elena and her friends to prove she can be part of the team.

Premiere episodes of Elena of Avalor season three air on weekdays from Monday 22nd March to Friday 2nd April at 10:30 on Disney Junior.

March 2021 On Disney Channel Africa | New Episodes Of Current Series | DCOM

COOP & CAMI ASK THE WORLD
Premiere episodes
Mondays to Thursdays from 1st March at 17:25

Coop & Cami are back with more wild and wacky web antics this month, as season two continues on Disney Channel, with premiere episodes on Mondays to Thursdays from Monday 1st March at 17:25.

Coop and Cami are having fun on their show, but when a copycat channel pops up, they must up their game to prove WYW is here to stay! In this month’s first premiere episode, Would You Wrather Take a Dive? (Monday 1st March at 17:25) Cami’s ongoing prank war with Pam causes Charlotte to bite her tongue losing her ability to speak clearly. Cami must then take her place at the debate team regional finals.

Premiere episodes of Coop & Cami Ask the World season two on Mondays to Thursdays from Monday 1st March at 17:25, on Disney Channel.

MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN: MAX VENOM
Season premiere episodes
Weekdays from Monday 1st March at 19:05

Spidey is back! Yes, Marvel’s Spider-Man returns this week for a third season, entitled Max Venom, on weekdays from Monday 1st March at 19:05.

In this season Peter Parker, now into his third year at Horizon High, is confident he can handle anything that comes his way. However, Venom devises a threat that pushes Spider-Man to his limit! In the premiere episode Web of Venom – Part One (Monday 1st March at 19:05), first of a two-part adventure, a new Horizon High student accidentally unleashes a technology-eating monstrosity called the Technovore. Spider-Man risks using a new and dangerous V-252 Symbiote to defeat it!

Premiere episodes of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Max Venom air on weekdays from Monday 1st March at 19:05, on Disney Channel.

DISNEY CHANNEL FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIES
Programming event
Fridays throughout March at 17:00

Disney Channel’s Friday treat for film fans continues throughout March with some great entertainment to celebrate the start of each weekend. There’s a marvellous movie every Friday at 17:00, repeated on Saturday at 10:40.

The fun starts with 16 Wishes on Friday 5th March, followed by Teen Beach Movie (Friday 12th March), Pixel Perfect (Friday 19th March), and Cadet Kelly (Friday 26th March), all at 17:00.

In Cadet Kelly (Friday 26th March at 17:00) Hilary Duff stars as Kelly Collins, an artistic, fashion-minded teen who's forced to go from flashy fab to olive drab at her new stepdad's military academy in this delightful comedy. As the clumsiest, most clueless recruit ever to botch basic training, Kelly seems to be fighting an uphill battle to fit in. But it's all-out war when she butts heads with Cadet Captain Stone (Christy Carlson Romano), a tough-as-nails, by the book "commanding officer" determined to break her spirit. See how once-carefree Kelly keeps it together amidst endless rules and regulations to win Stone's respect, and still manages to leave her own unique mark on the school.

Viewers can see these great Disney movies on Fridays throughout March 2021 at 17:00, repeated on the following Saturday at 10:40, on Disney Channel.

Prediction: The Future Of Boomerang

Boomerang is a children's space that is home to timeless classics like Tom And Jerry, Looney Tunes and Scooby-Doo. The U.S. counterpart reserves the brand for Cartoon Network repeats while international adaptations use it for family viewing.

WarnerMedia boss in the Kids & Family department mentioned in an interview that they'll be adding content for preschoolers, family and girls on Cartoon Network and HBO Max.

He also mentioned that they'll be duplicating this format in other countries. Unlike Disney, they won't be closing down any channels due to streaming but that doesn't mean they won't replace them either.

If you look at all these programming, none of them are going to Boomerang only because the branding was never uttered in these slate and two programs launching on Cartoonito which are Lucas The Spider and Mush Mush And The Umushables are also launching on Boomerang internationally.

Cartoonito already has a channel running in the UK and had a short-lived block in other countries so we could see them relaunch and adapt to the U.S. counterpart not only that but see the brand replace several Boomerang channels across the world.

Boomerang already has a long list of preschool shows like Mighty Mike, Kingdom Force, Yabba Dabba Dinosaur, Agent Binky, Mush Mush And The Umushables, My Little Pony: Pony Life, The Happos Family, Pat The Dog, Masha And The Bear, Mr. Magoo and Grizzly And The Lemmings. Family oriented shows like Zig & Sharko, The Tom And Jerry Show and Moka's Fabulous Adventure will likely go to Cartoon Network.

From the longest I watched Cartoon Network and Boomerang both have their own thing going on without clashing and adding Cartoonito on the bigger brand (CN) wouldn't make sense (internationally) if they already have Boomerang for that. Why not add it on Boomerang that's simple the brand uses the same graphics as Cartoon Network not only that some programs are CN originals.

If Boomerang gets booted, it's not a complete loss globally as Cartoon Network is more accessible meaning more viewers. Fans of Boomerang will easily adjust to Cartoonito (as proven earlier) but from what I remember you need to pay more for Boomerang so Cartoon Network might have a block for those who can't afford the channel and for those who can will likely get it as a standalone (repeats) channel.