Investigation Shark Attack
Channel: Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / StarSat 221)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Documentary Series, Sharkfest
SharkFest 2025 kicks off with Investigation Shark Attack, a six-part series that delves deep into the mind, and behaviour, of sharks.
Through forensic-style investigations at the "Shark Headquarters", a panel of leading marine scientists examines chilling real-life shark bite cases from around the world.
Each episode applies cutting-edge analysis, combining eyewitness testimony, environmental context and VFX-enhanced data, to untangle critical theories about why sharks strike.
Rather than sensationalising the danger, the series seeks to decode shark motivations: is it curiosity, mistaken identity, hunger, or environmental stress?
Viewers get a front-row seat to deconstructing interactions between humans and shark predators through a scientific lens.
The result is a methodical, enlightening expedition into apex predator behaviour, offering insights that could lead to safer coexistence in our shared oceans.
In the series premiere, "California Great Whites": Encounters with great white sharks are on the rise in California, and the team investigates why.
Shark conservation has led to a population boom and, with warming waters, adaptable sharks keep moving further north.
Drone footage provides a fascinating new window into shark behaviour and proves just how often sharks are in close proximity to humans — without incident.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill, "Tigers in Hawaii": Three surfers and a kayaker all encounter tiger sharks off Oahu, and the team investigates hunting patterns to see what's causing these collisions.
A tiger shark's high-speed stealth approach can lead to mistaken identity at the surface.
An increase in attacks during 'Sharktober' suggests a link to migration patterns.
The team also considers the controversial rogue shark theory.
Smothered
Channel: M-Net (DStv 101)
TX Time: 22h00
Genre: Comedy
Tired of romantic disappointment, independent-minded Sammy embraces a life free of immaturity and dating apps until an unforgettable drunken night out with the kind-hearted Tom leads to the promise of three weeks of no-strings fun.
Smothered is a not-so-typical, London-based rom-com series about Sammy, a young, ferociously independent, modern woman who's had enough with dating apps, immature men and just wants a good time.
Tom is a gentle, warm-hearted man who's never been interested in swiping left or right; at first glance he might appear somewhat of a square, but he also carries his fair share of baggage.
Fated to cross paths in a colleague-encouraged karaoke night begins a twisting tale of two souls destined to be together.
As their two worlds collide, will romance blossom or the will the pressures of modern dating take its toll?
The two strangers embark on a no strings attached, three-week love affair – with one condition – after that, they never speak again.
Sharing nothing but their first names, the sex and sparks of love can't be ignored until Sammy makes a shocking discovery...
Will they? Won't they? Should they? Shouldn't they?
In the series premiere: Despite growing tired of the struggles of modern dating, Sammy meets mild-mannered Tom and proposes an unconventional relationship with a time constraint of three weeks before they go their separate ways.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill: The unexpected revelation of Tom being a father proves to be too big of an obstacle for Sammy, who has never wanted kids, so the pair try to explore other options for their relationship.
Wie Word 'n Miljoenêr? 6
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Game Show, Quiz Show, Afrikaans
Rian van Heerden is once again the host of the Afrikaans version of the world's biggest quiz show and will test participants' general knowledge when they take the hot seat.
As in the past, the first safety net for participants is set at R10,000 after the fifth question.
After that, they can set their second safety net themselves from the sixth to the 14th of the 15 questions.
Participants may only use three of the four available lifelines, each of which can only be used once.
They can ask the audience for help or request a 50/50 where two of the four possible answers are removed.
They can also phone a friend or ask Rian for help with the answer.
Will someone walk away with the full R1 million again, as they did in the previous season?
This season once again includes a special celebrity episode, featuring well-known personalities from various fields who will put their general knowledge to the test to raise money for charity.
These contestants include Karlien van Jaarsveld, Dean Smith, Jannie du Plessis, Pietie Beyers, Nicole Holm and Tracey-Lee Oliver.
The Weakest Link Celebrity Specials 4
Channel: BBC Brit (DStv 120)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Game Show, Comedy
Presented by comedian Romesh Ranganathan, this gameshow sees nine contestants work together to answer questions and bank as much money as possible.
At the end of every round, contestants vote for the player they believe is letting the team down – and the weakest link is eliminated until just two contestants remain to battle it out in the final.
Fun, humorous and, at times, ruthless.
In the Season 4 premiere: Romesh invites comedians Angela Barnes, Phil Wang, Josh Pugh, Laura Smyth, Ria Lina, Maisie Adam, Iain Stirling, and Geoff Norcott.
They compete to be the strongest link and win money for their chosen charity.
Chicago Med 8
Channel: Universal TV (DStv 117)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Drama, Police Procedural
Chicago Med is an emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's newest state-of-the-art trauma centre and into the lives of the courageous doctors, nurses and staff who hold it all together.
Inspired by ripped-from-the-headlines cases, Chicago Med will weave cutting-edge medicine with the personal drama that comes with working in such a high-intensity environment.
Through it all, familiar faces from Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. will intertwine with Chicago's finest medical heroes.
In the Season 8 premiere, "How Do You Begin to Count the Losses": In the aftermath of Will's apartment fire, Crockett, Ethan and Archer work together to try and save the survivors.
Also, Charles and Med's new fellow, Nellie, helps a paranoid patient.
Meanwhile, Dylan makes a life-changing decision.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill, "(Caught Between) The Wrecking Ball and the Butterfly": Supply chain disruptions dramatically impact Med causing Crockett and Kai, a new surgical resident, to clash with other doctors.
Met 'n Huppel in die Stap 19
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 17h30
Genre: Reality, Lifestyle, Afrikaans
Lifestyle show for people in their sixties offering knowledgeable advice on life beyond retirement.
Subjects include antique collections, various courses for seniors, different generations living together, planning your perfect retirement home, and many more - important issues for this age group.
The show returns with all its regular presenters – Riaan Cruywagen, Simon Bruinders, Bettie Kemp and Jacqui January.
In the Season 19 premiere: The work of the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities is examined more closely.