DStv Content Creator Awards 2024: Celebrating Digital Talent

The Third Annual DStv Content Creator Awards lit up Nelson Mandela Square on Saturday, 12 October, in a hugely memorable night celebrating the best in digital content. With a purpose-built venue that gave an intimate vibe to the star-studded event, the energy was electric as creators, fans, and industry leaders gathered for the big night.

Anele Mdoda owned the stage as MC, keeping the crowd laughing and engaged, while performances from Bontle Modiselle Dance Studio, Mandisi, Nina Hastie, Cassidy Nicholson, Lasizwe, Christall Kay and drag artists Manila von Teez and Ina Propriette added flair to the event.

Outside, the purple carpet buzzed with excitement as fans crowded round to catch a glimpse of their favourite creators strutting their stuff.

But it was the winners who stole the show! The night’s top honours went to the most creative and influential voices in the content game, with one lucky winner, Zoliswa Mahlobo, even walking away with a luxurious 5-night trip to Mauritius, courtesy of Flight Centre and Beachcomber Resorts and Hotels.

Sifo the Cooking Husband scooped two awards; the Foodie Award and the coveted DStv Creator of the Year Award.  Chris Rogers also won twice, taking home the Travel and Lifestyle Award and the Best Creator Campaign Content Award.  Colour Me Simphiwe won the Beauty Award and the new addition for 2024, the Spirit of Africa Award, Presented by Amarula Premium African Gin. 

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2024 European Film Festival: A Celebration of Cinema in South Africa

THE TASTE OF THINGS

A stellar line-up of films has been announced for the 11th European Film Festival in South Africa which runs from 10 to 20 October 2024.  Including two Oscar nominations, the select showcase of 14 films features numerous award-winners that delve into a wide-range of topics under the overarching theme of Complicated Freedoms. Cinema screenings take place in Johannesburg at Ster Kinekor, The Zone in Rosebank, and in Cape Town at The Labia.  Eleven of the films will be available in the free programme of online streaming accessible across South Africa during the festival period.  

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Meet the Cast of E! Africa’s Dating #NoFilter Series

E! Entertainment Television, the pop culture channel from NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer (NBCUIN & DTC), have announced the premiere date for the local adaptation of the hit comedy dating series, Dating #NoFilter. The 10-episode, unscripted series produced by Brainstorm Entertainment, will premiere exclusively on E! Africa (DStv channel 124, and DStv Access) on 13 October at19:00.

Dating #NoFilter brings together a dynamic cast of 16 commentators, led by comedian, TV personality and actor Jason Goliath (E!’s Celebrity Game NightSes’ Top La). Commentators joining Goliath include actress and radio personality Hope Mbhele, media personality and content creator Lebogang Tlokana – also known as “The Funny Chef”, rapper and songwriter Cassper Nyovest, and actress Jo-Anne Reyneke (Muvhango, Broken Vows, Black Tax).

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Let the Battle of the Braais Begin: Ultimate Braai Master Joins BBC Lifestyle’s Local Line-up

BBC Studios is thrilled to announce that Ultimate Braai Master, the sizzling outdoor cooking reality show, will soon be heating up screens on BBC Lifestyle (DStv Channel 174).

 

Fans of the braai culture can look forward to the fiery, action-packed Season 5 of the acclaimed show, on BBC Lifestyle from Monday, 30 September 2024, airing weeknights at 19:00.  This exciting series brings the beloved South African tradition of braai to life, mixed in with a bit of competition, travel, and, of course, mouth-watering food.

 

For the first time ever, Ultimate Braai Master will be featured on BBC Studios channel portfolio, marking a proud addition to BBC Lifestyle’s growing local content lineup, which includes other fan favourites such as Come Dine with Me: South Africa and Listing Cape Town.

 

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Tropika Island of Treasure Season 11: Exciting Details Revealed

Get ready for a sun-soaked adventure as Tropika Island of Treasure makes its triumphant return for an eleventh season, this time against the stunning backdrop of Zanzibar. The beloved reality competition show is back on your screens to deliver star-studded entertainment, thrilling challenges, and the biggest prize in TIOT history:  a shared R1 million and a brand new Suzuki Jimny for each member of the winning team. 

Seven ordinary South Africans will embark on the journey of a lifetime, trading their daily routines for the exotic island paradise. They will be paired with and compete alongside a thrilling lineup of celebrity contestants, Chad Jones, Nqobile Khwezi, Ndavi Nokeri, Karl Kugelmann, Hungani Ndlovu, Roxy Burger and smooth serenader Bobby van Jaarsveld as they battle it out in a series of exhilarating physical and mental challenges. 

Hosted by South Africa’s media darling, Zanele Potelwa, the new season of Tropika Island of Treasure promises to be bigger and better than ever, with jaw-dropping challenges, unexpected twists, and heartwarming moments.  The show premiered on September 28th at 6:30pm on SABC 3 with repeats on SABC 1 at 21:00pm and streaming on SABC+. 

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