Emzini
Channel: e.tv
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Telenovela
Telenovela set in Alexandra township which centres around Emzini lounge, a popular and profitable lifestyle venue owned by the influential Nkosi family.
While the establishment represents success and status within the community, it also serves as the centre of a dangerous family battle as hidden betrayals and unresolved conflicts begin to surface.
As the fight for control intensifies, the business becomes both a symbol of legacy and a prize worth fighting for.
Leading the cast is Wiseman Mncube as Shaka Nkosi, the respected and feared eldest son who finds himself caught between protecting his family's legacy and confronting the emotional burden of his past.
Determined to secure his rightful place at the helm of Emzini, Shaka must also come to terms with the truth about his biological father and the secrets that have defined his life.
Khabonina Qhubeka stars as Dudu Nkosi, the iron-fisted matriarch who built Emzini through resilience, sacrifice and ruthless survival instincts.
Fiercely protective of her empire and her son Shaka, Dudu's determination to protect her past decisions threatens to alienate her other children and place her carefully constructed world at risk.
Muzi Mthabela stars as Zakhele Nkosi, the retired police captain whose influence and power have shaped both his family and the Alexandra community.
Ruthless and strategic, Zakhele's world is shaken when he discovers the truth about Shaka's paternity, triggering a bitter power struggle that threatens to tear the Nkosi family apart.
Dumisani Mbebe plays Panyaza Fakude, a man seeking redemption after spending 25 years in prison for a crime tied to the Nkosi family's past.
His return introduces emotional complexity and unfinished business, as he attempts to reconnect with his son and reclaim a place in the life he lost.
The next generation of the Nkosi family adds further tension to the story.
Tyson Mathonsi plays Bandile Nkosi, the ambitious and calculating middle son determined to prove himself worthy of leading the family empire, while Manqoba Khumalo portrays Junior Nkosi, the carefree youngest brother whose dreams of becoming a DJ place him on a different path from the family's power struggles, until circumstances force him to confront reality.
On the other side of the story are the Modise sisters, whose lives were changed forever by tragedy.
Rorisang Modise (played by Bokang Phelane) emerges as a principled and resilient young woman determined to restore her family's dignity, while Thuso Mokoena plays Oratilwe Modise, a talented young musician chasing fame as her escape from hardship, unaware of how deeply her story is connected to the Nkosi family.
Rorisang is a resilient and principled young woman determined to rebuild her life after her father's murder left her family in poverty.
Now working as a waitress at Emzini after losing her job for standing up for justice, she is driven by a desire to reclaim her family's legacy while protecting her younger sister, despite the emotional scars of her past.
Nhlokomeleng Modise (Motshabi Tyelele) is a soft-spoken and deeply wounded widow struggling to rebuild her life after the murder of her husband left her family in poverty.
Burdened by guilt after losing the family land, she leans on her faith while trying to hold her daughters together, hoping for redemption and the strength to reclaim her dignity.
The series is further strengthened by a colourful group of supporting characters who bring warmth, humour and authenticity to the world of Emzini.
Nomsa Buthelezi plays Gogo Ongabizw'ngegama, a respected traditional healer whose spiritual wisdom and guidance help shape the Nkosi family's journey.
Buhle Moletsane appears as Lerato, a witty and ambitious waitress determined to secure a better future, while Nozi Langa plays Mmaserame, a hard working young woman with dreams of building her own business.
Furthermore, Tumi "Stopnonsons" Matila is Marinade, a flamboyant waiter with big fashion dreams and an even bigger personality.
With ambitions of becoming a style icon, Marinade brings humour and heart to the series while representing the aspirations of young people determined to rise above their circumstances.
At its core, Emzini is a story about survival, redemption and the consequences of our choices.
As the past begins to catch up with the present, viewers can expect emotional twists, unexpected alliances and powerful character journeys that explore what it truly means to fight for family and legacy.
Emzini was created by Loyiso Maqoma and is executive produced by Zuko Nodada.
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Die Toring
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Drama, Telenovela, Afrikaans
Die Toring (The Tower) is a telenovela set in the high-stakes world of investment banking where a group of ambitious junior analysts must navigate power, desire and dangerous ambition as they compete for success at an elite firm... while struggling to hold on to themselves.
Against the backdrop of Cape Town's high-stakes financial scene – where ocean views, exclusive nightlife and glossy success mask sleepless nights and silent breakdowns – the series dives into the slick yet unforgiving universe of Meyer Peterson Investments (MPI).
It's a a firm where survival depends on how quickly you can adapt, manipulate and climb the ladder.
At the heart of the story are four junior analysts locked in a relentless race for the top spot.
Ambitious, brilliant and deeply flawed, they quickly discover that success in this world demands far more than intelligence.
Stella Fredericks (Franka Kirby) is pragmatic, grounded and determined to build a future beyond her modest upbringing in Caledon, but as the pressure to succeed mounts, she finds herself pulled into a world where ambition begins to distort her sense of reality and to skew her moral compass.
She and her fellow analysts, Theo Burger (Jan Combrink), Cassandra Fouché (Nichola Viviers) and Ezra Grootboom (Cantona James) all struggle to deal with the pressure to prove themselves in an industry that rewards ambition but punishes vulnerability.
Guiding – and often manipulating – the firm's next generation are senior managers Gabriella Mulder (Marguerite van Eeden) and Ryan Petersen (Adrian Steyn), while the formidable CEO, Argos Meyer (Deon Lotz), rules with an iron fist, using money as the ultimate form of control.
Also on the corporate battlefield are powerful and complex figures, including:
- CFO Yolanda Strauss (Jolene Martin);
- Argos's fiercely loyal PA, Chantal du Preez (Nicola Hanekom);
- and Argos's son, Du Toit Meyer (David Viviers), whose desperate search for his father's approval reveals the emotional cost of legacy and expectation.
Exploring ambition, identity, revenge, redemption and the dangerous pull between true love and secret affairs, Die Toring asks what happens when success becomes an obsession – and when survival in the system comes at the cost of your soul.
Die Toring is a Showmax Original, created and written by Igna Botha and Meesha Aboo and produced by Paw Paw Films.
TVSA Show Page: Die Toring
Bloedspoor 2
Channel: eExtra (Openview 105 / StarSat 489 / DStv 195)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Telenovela, Afrikaans
This Afrikaans-dubbed Turkish telenovela offers a narrative exploring the intersections of law, family, loyalty and the pursuit of truth.
Bloedspoor follows Ceylin, a lawyer known for her unconventional approach, shaped by a challenging past and a belief that her father was wrongly accused.
Her path crosses with Ilgaz, a respected prosecutor who strictly adheres to professional ethics, much like his father, Metin, a police chief.
However, when Ilgaz's brother, Çinar, is accused of murder and all evidence points to him, Ilgaz is forced to seek Ceylin's assistance, despite her rule-bending nature.
As they work to clear Çinar's name, Ceylin and Ilgaz find themselves entangled in a complex mystery that impacts both their families.
In the Season 2 premiere: An anonymous tip leads to a gruesome find.
Eren and Ilgaz try to keep it under wraps to protect a potential witness and Pars is made Chief Prosecutor.
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Umkhokha: The Curse
Channel: Mzansi Wethu (DStv 163)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Soapie
A telenovela conceived as a spin-off prequel from the drama series
Umkhokha which takes us to the beginning of the original story to uncover how it all came to be.
After ending Umkhokha on a cliffhanger, the series about two families at war promises a new era.
Rather than picking up where the original series left off, Umkhokha: The Curse takes us to the beginning of the story: how – and when – did it all begin?
How did we get to a place where the fictional mega-church Ithempeli Lenkosi became a deadly battleground?
At the start of the new series, we're introduced to the key players as we unpack and get to know them.
We also witness the chain of events that results in the battle of leadership, and the dangerous rivalry between the Mthembu and Gumede/Mzobe families, a life and death battle... all in the name of God and power.
Premised on the idea that the love of power and greed are the root of evil, even in the holiest of places, Umkhokha: The Curse takes things to another level.
Returning cast members include Deli Malinga as MaMzobe, Sibonile Ngubane as Difa, Nay Maps as Sphamandla and Hope Mbhele as Mabusi.
New cast members include Gcinile Nkosi as MaNzimande (replacing Sthandiwe Kgoroge) and Daniel Hadebe as Reggie (replacing Mondli Makhoba).
Umkhokha is produced by Rhythm World Productions by executive producer Duma Ndlovu.
TVSA Show Page: Umkhokha: The Curse
Noah Kahan: Out of Body
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00
Genre: Documentary, Music
After rocketing to global fame, singer-songwriter Noah Kahan returns to his Vermont roots to get back in tune with himself in this candid documentary.
As a career-defining chapter propels him into global stardom, Noah Kahan stands at a crossroads.
In the wake of the breakout success of Stick Season — an album born from the quiet of rural Vermont and embraced around the world — Noah begins work on his follow-up album while facing the mounting pressure of what comes next.
Over a whirlwind year of sold-out tours and unprecedented acclaim, he returns to his Vermont roots and family.
Buoyed by his uncanny wit, he searches for a sense of home and creative inspiration as he confronts the deeply personal struggles that have left him out of sync with himself.
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition 10
Channel: BBC Lifestyle (DStv 174)
TX Time: 19h05
Genre: Reality Makeover, Home Improvement, Reality
An HGTV revival of the series, which showcases stories, volunteers and home renovations for families who give back to their communities.
The whole-home overhauls include interior, exterior and landscaping — all completed within seven days, while the family is sent away for the week.
In the Season 10 premiere, "All In The Mosley Family": After welcoming three teens deemed "unadoptable" into her home, a single mom with two kids of her own is forced to move her family into her mom's cramped place.
After a series of personal losses, Jennifer Mosley and her family are given a chance to heal and start fresh.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson and the team give them a fresh start in a new house with tons of space.
Guy! Hawaiian Style
Channel: Real Time (DStv 155)
TX Time: 12h05
Genre: Travel, Reality, Food
Join Guy Fieri and his family as they roll through the Hawaiian Islands for a deep dive into the tradition, the adventure and all types of great food.
Hawaii is one of Guy's favourite places to visit, and on this trip he soaks up all that the four main islands of Maui, Oahu, and the Big Island have to offer.
This is not your average Hawaiian vacation, as Guy and his family go off the beaten path to explore everything this sacred island oasis has to offer, from clay shooting inside an old volcano to spear fishing, and from harvesting salt to touring unique pineapple and coconut farms.
No trip is complete without visiting some favourite Triple D spots to check out the new dishes they are cooking up, plus Guy discovers new off-the-hook restaurants and hangs with some famous friends along the way.
The journey begins on Maui with a traditional blessing for Guy and his family.
Then, Guy's wife Lori and youngest son Ryder dive into SCUBA certification, so the whole family can head underwater to get up-close-and-personal with sea turtles, reef sharks and more.
Plus, they get a special tour of a pineapple farm that ends with a unique vodka chaser.
Guy, Hunter Fieri and his nephew Jules Fieri also indulge in some epic poke and shave ice.
They make the most of Maui with early-morning deep-sea fishing, where they reel in a fresh catch and cook a feast with the help of some Triple D buddies.
Later, family and friends gather for a real-deal luau on a local farm, complete with an underground pig roast, poi and lei making, and an unforgettable celebration.
The adventure continues as the Fieris find themselves hanging with Mick Fleetwood at his Maui restaurant, where Guy cooks up Mick's favourites.
Then, they discover mind-blowing ways to use coconuts before hopping over to the Big Island, where Guy, Hunter, and Jules explore the secrets of salt harvesting, abalone cultivation and catching waves with surf legends.
Plus, things go over-the-top when they dive after dark for a see-it-to-believe-it manta ray extravaganza.
Then it's off to Oahu, where the family joins forces at Pearl Harbor to cook up a Mexican lunch for hundreds of troops.
It's all capped off with a surprise submarine tour for Guy's father who is a Navy veteran.
Come along as the Fieris say "aloha" to all the food, drinks, entertainment and adventure of Hawaii.
Operation Gold Rush
Channel: S3
TX Time: 21h30
Genre: Docu-Reality, Adventure
In an epic adventure, historian Dan Snow follows in the footsteps of the 19th century's last great gold rush - a journey filled with genuine danger and thrilling beauty.
Leading a one-month expedition, he is joined by polar explorer Felicity Aston and remote environment medic Dr Kevin Fong.
Their goal - to strike gold in Canada's frozen wilderness.
They attempt to retrace a gruelling 600-mile journey through one of the world's last great wildernesses.
It takes them from the coast of Alaska to the gold fields of the Klondike, a remote region on the edge of the Canadian arctic.
It is a journey first undertaken by tens of thousands of gold seekers - men and women from around the globe who in the last years of the 19th century dropped everything and set off for the Klondike in the hope of striking it rich.
So great were the hardships they encountered that only one in three of those who set off ever made it there.
Now, Dan and his team are reliving those struggles and experiences in the hunt for their own gold.
In the series premiere, "Mountain Passes": Dan and his team take on the Alaskan Coastal Mountains, a wall of snow and rock blocking their way to the Klondike and its gold.
Following the routes used by the Klondikers, they split up to experience two very different gold rush journeys.
As they begin their journey to the gold fields, they have to cross icy rivers, avalanche prone slopes and climb a near vertical icy ascent.