Publications
Partners
SUN 21.10
Diamond City
SABC1 (DStv channel 191), 8pm
Starring Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, this 13-part local legal/prison drama takes place in two worlds: Diamond City, a prison on the outskirts of Johannesburg and home to some of South Africa’s most dangerous female prisoners; and the gritty, fast-paced and intricate legal realm in the City of Gold.
Fifty Shades Freed
M-Net Movies Premiere (DStv channel 104), 10.05pm
The steamy conclusion of the sexy franchise sees Anastasia and Christian get married – but their happily-ever-after is threatened by a stalker from the past.
MTV World Stage
MTV (DStv channel 130), 11.40pm
MTV World Stage from Mexico City features performances from Jason Derulo and Liam Payne as well as some of Latin America’s biggest stars.
The Avengers
e.tv (DStv channel 194), 8pm
Nick Fury of S.H.I.E.L.D brings together a team of super humans to help save the Earth from Loki and his army.
True Story
e.tv (DStv channel 194), 10.55pm
A disgraced journalist finally meets the accused killer who has taken on his identity. Starring James Franco.
MON 22.10
Craig of the Creek
Cartoon Network (DStv channel 301), 3.40pm
Craig and his two friends Kelsey and JP explore the wilderness of the creek, which is dominated by other tribes of children who reign over tree forts and dirt bike ramps.
As A People
Comedy Central (DStv channel 122), 9pm
Explores uniquely South African situations in a hilarious and comedic way with short sketches celebrating the diversely rich cultures and people of our colourful country. Comedians featured include Nina Hastie, Lazola Gola, Deep Fried Man and Gopala Davies.
Makutano Junction
Moja Love (DStv channel 157), 7.30pm
A Kenyan educative soap opera that brings forward contemporary issues that affect people living in developing countries.
TUE 23.10
Pamela Smart: An American Murder Mystery
ID (DStv channel 171), 9pm
As the trial continues, the prosecution plays secret audio recordings that shock the courtroom. However, Pam Smart insists that she wasn’t involved in her husband’s death.
Drugs, Inc.
National Geographic (DStv channel 181), 9pm
From the poorest trailer to the most expensive mansion, prescription opiate pain killers are tearing American society apart.
Let’s Have It Out
eNCA (DStv channel 403), 9.30pm
Gives prominent South Africans, from business leaders to politicians and artists, the opportunity to host their own show.
WED 24.10
The Parkers
1Magic (DStv channel 103), 5pm
Spunky daughter Kim is mortified when her bigger-than-life mom, Nikki, decides to go back to school at the same junior college she attends.
Iron Chef Gauntlet
Food (DStv channel 175), 9pm
This culinary gladiator will summon the courage to face the ultimate final battle: to beat three legendary Iron Chefs – Bobby Flay, Masaharu Morimoto and Michael Symon – in rapid succession. In the end, they will either leave in utter defeat or make history – joining the coveted ranks of Iron Chefs.
Nigerian Top Weddings
Fox Life (DStv channel 126), 8.55pm
Top Nigerian weddings across the globe have been carefully selected to feature in this season. It promises to be an explosive demonstration of some of Nigeria’s most flamboyant of weddings.
Table Manners
SABC3 (DStv channel 193), 8.30pm
This week the show visits Social Kitchen at Johannesburg’s Hyde Park Corner, where executive chef Beatrix Thornhill will be preparing one of her comforting Mediterranean-inspired three-course meals, while we take in the quirky fusion of art deco furnishings and bohemian style of the restaurant.
THU 25.10
Love at Second Swipe
Lifetime (DStv channel 131), 8pm
Lifetime’s latest local reality show will be making over the South African dating scene one online dater at a time. Hosted by recognised TV star Pabi Moloi, each week a team of experts will completely make over two people in the hopes of helping them find love online. A qualified team including a life coach, style expert, makeup guru and hairdressers will rally around the participants throughout the transformation process and revamp their dating profile and style, as well as dig deeper into issues that could be holding the daters back. Love at Second Swipe promises to be uplifting, sometimes hard-hitting and always emotional. You’ll laugh and cry as you watch ordinary South Africans transformed inside and out, culminating in a jaw-dropping big reveal.
FRI 26.10
Perfect Match
Mzansi Magic (DStv channel 161), 8pm
Twelve strangers have two minutes each to impress one another and find a perfect match in this urban speed dating show. Hosted by actor and motivational speaker, Thato Molamu.
Boo! A Madea Halloween
1Magic (DStv channel 103), 9.30pm
Tyler Perry brings us another round of raucous comedy. Madea ends up in the middle of mayhem when she spends Halloween tackling the paranormal.
SAT 27.10
Keeping Up With The Kandasamys
M-Net Movies Smile, (DStv Channel 105), 7pm
Laugh-a-minute South African comedy about love and rivalry. A young couple fall for each other – despite their families’ best efforts to keep them apart.
