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

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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

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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 Night, Ses’ 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

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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

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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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Join The Kardashian Experience in Gauteng

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Disney+ announced that in celebration of the success of all five seasons of The Kardashians on the platform, the streaming service from The Walt Disney Company will return to Gauteng this spring with #TheKardashianExperience.

‘“The Kardashian Experience” is a unique, free pop-up experience that offers fans an exclusive opportunity to experience a taste of the famous family’s lifestyle firsthand. Visitors will be able to enter a specially branded airstream and stop by the iconic glam station before creating their own “konfessional” to camera, which they will then be able to share on social media.

The iconic “konfessional” is a staple part of the series, where the famous family share their own views and thoughts on the latest drama and intrigue – and now fans can get a glimpse into the world of reality TV and create their own shareable social content to become a part of #TheKardashian story.

Fans who have been following the Kardashian family’s journey, from the early days to the present-day drama would not want to miss out on this unique chance to engage with the show’s most iconic elements.

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