Tropic Like It's Hot
Channel: HGTV (DStv 177)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Reality
This series follows big personality buyers on the hunt for their dream home in some of the world's most stunning tropical destinations.
With the help of a local real estate expert, these sun chasing duos tour exotic properties while navigating romance, relocation and high-stakes decisions.
While adjusting to life in paradise comes easily, buying a home with a partner of only nine months of dating, might prove to be a risky move.
Across the season, Tropic Like It's Hot explores breathtaking destinations from the Caribbean to Central America, showcasing jaw dropping oceanfront villas, jungle hideaways and contemporary island homes - all set against the realities of budgets, renovations and relationship dynamics.
Blending escapist property dreams with real life relationship drama, the series taps into the growing global desire for slower living, sun soaked escapes and bold new beginnings.
In the series premiere, "A Leap of Love in Tulum": A Canadian power couple trades snow for sand to find a love nest and build a business in Tulum, Mexico.
In the second episode of the weekly double bill, "Long Distance DMs to Jacó": After a DM slide and just one week together, a Canadian is selling everything to relocate and reignite a romance in Jacó, Costa Rica.
They're buying a home and working together and he's betting his life savings on a relationship that's yet to be tested.
People Magazines Investigates: The Secrets of the Twelve Tribes Cult
Channel: Investigation Discovery (DStv 171 / StarSat 223)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: True Crime, Documentary
An Investigation Discovery documentary special detailing allegations of abuse, forced labour and medical neglect within the Twelve Tribes religious group.
The two-hour special features testimony from former members who describe an authoritarian environment and coercive control.
Religious leader Gene Spriggs spurs a movement with teenagers, disenchanted hippies and Yellow Delis - but in time, paradise becomes purgatory.
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
Channel: M-Net (DStv 101)
TX Time: 20h05
Genre: TV Movie, Drama, Period Drama
The cinematic return of the global phenomenon follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s.
When Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace.
The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.
American Amazon
Channel: Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / StarSat 221)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Nature, Documentary Series
In the untouched American Amazon, ancient cypress forests shelter astonishing wildlife: mass kite migrations, elusive orchids, black bears, panthers, otters, sturgeon and alligators.
Amid floods, fires and freezes, life endures, adapting to a landscape shaped by extremes.
Take a journey into the secret wilderness of North America, an ancient bastion of life anchored in play by 2,000-year-old cypress trees.
A labyrinth of flooded trout and pulsing arteries.
A place buzzing with new stories: from the mass migration of the world only social raptor, the swallow-tail kite, to the dazzling spectacle of the ghost orchid.
A world were big mysteries still lurk in the swamps, like the cryptic behaviour of the American black bear or the smooth footsteps of the Florida panther.
Here, in the wet and wild American South, is a place we call the American Amazon, a hotspot of biodiversity rivaling anywhere on Earth, full of stories that have never been told.
Below Deck Mediterranean 10
Channel: Bravo (DStv 124)
TX Time: 18h10
Genre: Docu-Reality
The vibrant energy and artful cityscapes of Barcelona provide the perfect backdrop as Captain Sandy reunites with a newly engaged Chief Stew Aesha for a landmark 10th season that toasts to a decade of unforgettable yachting.
Back on board and recently promoted to Bosun, Nathan will need to prove himself in this new role and Max is back as a deckhand to showcase his growing maturity.
On deck of the sleek new M/Y Bravado, Captain Sandy immediately feels in her element, back in the city she once called home.
With a top-tier team of stews by her side, Aesha is able to run the interior with efficiency and seven-star Med service.
With this new-found excellence, will she finally become the mentor she always wanted to be?
Nathan steps on board after a shocking delay and instantly feels the pressure with a team that seems inexperienced and unmotivated, forcing him to make a tough decision.
New Chef Josh is Michelin trained and, having lived on a commune, brings a unique blend of carefree clown-like creativity and skill to the galley.
As requests pile up, however, he begins to battle sleepless nights.
This season, the pressure is on to make the charters unforgettable as the crew must navigate the demands of guests with ultra-luxurious taste and a wild streak to match.
Unpredictable Mediterranean weather leads to unexpected docked days, leaving guests restless and pushing the crew to get creative under pressure.
For the first time, an eligible bachelor enlists his matchmaker to invite six women on board with the ultimate hope of finding love.
Flirtations spark early as a stewardess with a wandering eye catches everyone's attention leading to deeper connections and continuous drama throughout the season.
After a messy start, Nathan rekindles his past connection with Gael and this time it grows into something much more than they both imagined.
In the Season 10 premiere, "Raising the Bar-celona": Captain Sandy and three trusted returnees are back for another wild charter season but when two deckies are sidelined by illness, the crew struggles to get the boat ready in time for charter.
Aesha worries one of her green stews may be giving her deju vu and a crew member damages the boat on the first night.
Boy Band Confidential: A Hollywood Demons Event
Channel: TLC Entertainment (DStv 135)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Documentary, Music
Going deep inside the boy band boom of the late 1990s and early aughts to reveal how the industry transformed young performers into marketable commodities, while exposing untold stories of abuse, addiction and financial manipulation.
Candid interviews with artists from Boyz II Men, Backstreet Boys, NSYNC and others reveal the darker realities of power struggles and exploitation.
Nyama Battle 2: The Mother City
Channel: eReality (Openview 108)
TX Time: 16h10
Genre: Reality Competition, Food, Advertiser-Funded
The street food competition Nyama Battle is back for a bold and flavour-packed season.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Cape Town and its surrounding areas, Nyama Battle: The Mother City brings high stakes, real stories and unforgettable culinary battles.
The new season celebrates the heart of South African street food culture while shining a spotlight on entrepreneurship, ambition and the everyday grind of building something from nothing.
At its core, Nyama Battle is more than a cooking show - it is a platform for real people with real dreams.
From local street food inspiration to modern culinary creativity, contestants compete not only for the title but for the opportunity to turn their passion into sustainable businesses.
Following a nationwide call for entries, aspiring food entrepreneurs submitted their dishes, stories and journeys to be part of the competition.
The public then stepped in, voting for their favourites and helping shape the final lineup.
This public voting phase ensured that the Top 12 contestants are selected by the audience.
Set in Cape Town and its surrounding areas, the season captures the essence of the Mother City's diverse food identity while celebrating the people behind the food.
Each contestant brings a story of ambition, resilience and the pursuit of building something meaningful.
Experience the pressure, the growth and the life-changing impact that this opportunity can create.
The season is built on an idea that great food businesses can start with simple ingredients and big dreams.
Beyond the screen, this is a large-scale national campaign designed to engage and reward viewers at home, creating opportunities for audiences to participate, win and be part of the Nyama Battle journey.
Meet the Chefs
Lebogang Tlokana (The Funny Chef)
Lebogang, widely known as The Funny Chef, is one of South Africa's most recognisable culinary personalities, blending food, humour, and storytelling into a distinctive and highly relatable voice.
Rising to prominence through viral digital content, she has built a powerful connection with audiences by celebrating everyday cooking and real-life moments around food.
Her work extends beyond social media, with television hosting experience and published cookbooks that reflect her philosophy of accessible, home-inspired meals.
Lebogang's approach is rooted in authenticity, culture and connection, making her a strong advocate for food as a shared South African experience.
On Nyama Battle, she brings instinct, energy, and a deep understanding of what resonates with audiences, challenging contestants to cook with heart, personality and purpose.
Chef Moses Moloi
Chef Moses is a culinary leader with a strong presence in South Africa's fine-dining industry and a deep commitment to honouring local food heritage.
As co-owner and head chef of Gigi Restaurant, he has built a reputation for precision, discipline and consistently high standards in the kitchen.
His culinary philosophy is rooted in celebrating South African ingredients and flavours, drawing inspiration from traditional dishes while refining them through modern techniques.
Beyond the restaurant space, he is actively involved in industry initiatives focused on community upliftment and food accessibility.
On Nyama Battle, Chef Moses brings a calm but authoritative presence, pushing contestants to elevate their thinking, refine their execution, and deliver dishes that are both technically strong and culturally grounded.
Chef Keegan Maistry
Chef Keegan is an accomplished executive chef known for his bold, contemporary approach to food and his strong global culinary perspective.
Currently serving as Executive Head Chef at Radisson Red Johannesburg Rosebank, he is recognised for creating menus that fuse international trends with local influence.
Originally from KwaZulu-Natal, Keegan developed his craft through international experience, including working alongside Michelin-star chefs in the United States.
His cooking style is defined by innovation, precision and a fearless approach to flavour and presentation.
On Nyama Battle, Chef Keegan challenges contestants to think beyond the expected, encouraging creativity, modernisation and the ability to transform simple concepts into standout, commercially viable dishes.