Category Archives: Streaming Platforms

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette on Disney+

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In 1999, I was a young producer working at a production company in Cape Town, producing international commercials and dreaming big TV dreams. News travelled differently back then, whispered across edit suites, announced on radio bulletins, repeated in hushed conversations between takes.

That’s when I heard about the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of John F. Kennedy Junior, his wife Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, and her sister Lauren Bessette.
And I remember something very clearly.
The world mourned “American royalty.” The headlines focused on JFK Jr. The glamour. The dynasty. The legacy.
But quietly, heartbreakingly, the Bessette family lost two daughters that day.
That stayed with me.

So when I saw that Disney+ had debuted the official trailer for FX’s limited series Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, it instantly took me back to that moment in 1999, to the shock, the disbelief. All 3 who passed were only in their thirties.

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ESPN Brings Super Bowl LX Live To Africa

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – FEBRUARY 09: The Philadelphia Eagles celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after beating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 to win Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

This February, ESPN, the home of American sports, will broadcast the much-anticipated NFL Super Bowl LX live across the continent. Viewers can catch the action live on Monday, 9 February at 01:00 CAT on both ESPN and ESPN2 or on Disney+ in South Africa. This year’s clash will see the New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks in a battle for NFL glory and the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Patriots and Seahawks ready for championship showdown

The Patriots and Seahawks, both with a rich history in the Super Bowl, will bring star talent and high stakes to the field. Fans can expect dynamic plays, tactical match-ups and high-stakes moments as quarterbacks, receivers and defensive standouts face off under the brightest lights in American sport. The game promises a contest of skill, strategy and determination as each team aims to leave its mark on NFL history.

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SABC 2 Enters A New Era

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SABC 2 is ushering in a fresh chapter, one rooted in authentic South African storytelling, cultural familiarity and a deeper connection to everyday life. This New Era isn’t just a refresh; it’s a confident reimagining of what public broadcasting can look and feel like when it truly reflects its people.

At its heart, this evolution is about relevance. Programming that resonates emotionally. Stories grounded in lived South African experiences. And a channel that knows its audience, understands its purpose and intentionally serves viewers across generations.

As a first taste of what’s to come, SABC 2 is rolling out the first wave of New Era programming, setting the tone, energy and intent ahead of the full channel refresh launching on 9 February 2026.

I attended the re-launch this past week and here’s some of what you can look forward to seeing on SABC2. See video of event here.

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Volspoed on Showmax

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Volspoed is now streaming exclusively on Showmax, with new episodes every Tuesday. The adrenaline-fuelled reality series takes viewers straight into the demanding world of endurance racing, following Antonie Marx as he chases podium finishes at full speed. At his side is his wife, Ronette Marx, a former Miss South Africa finalist who keeps everything running smoothly off the track and holds the fort when the pressure peaks.

Spanning eight episodes, Volspoed goes beyond the roar of engines and the thrill of the race. It offers an inside look at a world where every second counts, where one wrong call can derail everything, and where success demands far more than horsepower. This is a story about commitment, resilience and what it really takes to keep pushing when the stakes are at their highest.

We recently caught up with Antonie, the man at the helm of the team, who gave us a front-row seat into his life, the reality show, and why this first-of-its-kind series is a must-watch.

Trailer: https://youtu.be/LlbIqt6yFzg?si=vDOwAEvM7FUiA1cP

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Dating #NoFilter South Africa Season 2 on Bravo Africa

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Bravo Africa has unveiled the full cast of the highly anticipated second season of the comedy dating show Dating #NoFilter South Africa, set to premiere exclusively on Bravo Africa (DStv 124) on Saturday, 11 October at 18:00.

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