Class of '96: Rise of a Nation
Channel: e.tv and eReality (Openview 108)
TX Time: 16h55 and 21h00
Genre: Sport, Documentary Series
A six-part documentary series that revisits one of the most defining moments in South African sport and history.
Set in the early years of democracy, the series tells the story of how Bafana Bafana's rise became a symbol of unity, pride and possibility for a nation finding its feet.
The documentary follows the team's unforgettable journey from their iconic AFCON '96 triumph to their first-ever qualification for the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
Led by coach Clive Barker, this generation of players faced immense pressure and expectation, delivering moments that would forever change South African football and inspire millions at home.
Featuring exclusive interviews with global football figures including José Mourinho, Martin Tyler, Howard Wilkinson and Alan Curbishley, alongside appearances from icons such as Nelson Mandela, the series brings rare insight and international perspective.
Central to the story are the players who became national heroes — Doctor Khumalo, Neil Tovey, Lucas Radebe, Mark Fish, Benni McCarthy and others — whose journeys reflect the spirit of a nation on the rise.
Class of '96: Rise of a Nation is the definitive story of the birth of modern South African football.
Premiering on e.tv at 16h55 and on eReality at 21h00, the series invites you to relive the moments that united a country and witness how one team helped shape a nation's future.
Caught! 2
Channel: Discovery Channel (DStv 121)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Clip Show, Reality
iPhones and surveillance cameras capture theft, violence, shameless behaviour and embarrassingly funny moments.
Join unsuspecting subjects as the cameras capture what they didn't want you to see.
The show provides an account of the lengths some individuals go to execute their criminal ambitions.
In the Season 2 premiere, "Tased and Confused": Police takedowns can be risky business, especially when criminals are armed and dangerous.
That's why officers rely on non-lethal tactics like tasers, bean bag rounds and K-9 units to subdue suspects when things get a little too close for comfort.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill, "DIY Disasters": Many people between the ages of 25 and 45 claim to be do-it-yourselfers - but if they're causing chainsaw mishaps and beehive blunders, sometimes it's best to leave it to the pros.
Kalahari Meerkats 2
Channel: eExtra (Openview 105 / StarSat 489 / DStv 195)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Docu-Reality
Home for the Gosa gang of meerkats is a piece of fiercely defended bush within the Tswalu Game Reserve.
Wildlife filmmaker Mags has become an honorary member of the group and has an amazing bond with these wild creatures.
In the Season 2 premiere: The rains have finally arrived in the Kalahari and the vast desert has never looked better.
Cleo, the boss of this small group of wild meerkats, has given birth to five new pups.