Shaka iLembe: A South African Epic Series with 17 SAFTA Nominations

Shaka iLembe – the South African series produced by Bomb Productions for M-Net’s channel Mzansi Magic – has swept the board with 17 South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) nominations, including Best Lead Actor and Actress, Best Achievement in Direction and Script Writing.

This sweeping epic tells the story of the young Shaka growing up, and his struggles to claim the throne. It is also about the powerful woman who contributed to his journey, including his mother Queen Nandi. It was the best-ever performance for a MultiChoice drama series in its history when Season 1 aired in June 2023, attracting over 7.5 million DSTV viewers in South Africa.

It also reached number one on the DStv App across Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and other African countries and had the unique honour of being South Africa’s most Googled TV show in 2023, with over 10 billion impressions on social media.

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Stream ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 1 Episode 1 on Disney+ South Africa for Free

Disney+ South Africa announced that, for a limited time, the first episode of the critically acclaimed series “Only Murders in the Building“—starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez—is available to stream for non-subscribers. If you haven’t seen it yet, now’s your chance! Just create an account on Disney+ (18+ only), log in, and enjoy the first episode of Season 1 without a subscription.

Viewers new to the series will welcome this comedic murder-mystery series for the ages. “Only Murders in the Building” follows three strangers (Steve Martin as Charles, Martin Short as Oliver and Selena Gomez as Mabel) who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. As they record a podcast of their own to document the case, the three unravel the complex secrets of the building which stretch back years.

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How to watch E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards

Laverne Cox

The 2024 Emmy Awards honours television’s biggest stars and best shows, with the ceremony having taken place on Sunday, 15 September in Los Angeles.

E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards will air on E! (DStv channel 124, and DStv Access) on Monday, 16 September at 5.00pm (CAT). 

E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2024 Emmy Awards will be hosted by Laverne Cox alongside comedian Heather McMahan and E! News’ Keltie Knight. The two-hour experience will feature interviews with this year’s top nominees. Plus, the Glambot is back to capture Hollywood’s finest fashion moments in slow motion at the stars arrive.

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Steve Harvey to Headline MIP Africa 2024

CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD – ABC’s “Celebrity Family Feud” stars Steve Harvey as host. STEVE HARVEY (Disney/Matt Sayles)

Multiple Emmy Award-winning television host, comedian, producer and global philanthropist, Steve Harvey, will headline MIP Africa at FAME Week Africa in Cape Town, South Africa, from 1-7 September 2024. Recognised globally for his relatable, honest, and inspiring personality, Harvey is one of the most trusted figures in media, reaching over 178 million US viewers annually. His presence at FAME Week Africa is expected to draw significant attention and participation from industry professionals around the globe.

Botswana Ignite! Initiative

Harvey’s visit to FAME Week Africa is part of a strategic initiative to boost Botswana’s creative economy. In partnership with the government of Botswana, Harvey is championing Botswana Ignite!, an ambitious programme aimed at nurturing local talent and fostering growth within Botswana’s television and video production industries. This initiative seeks to invigorate Botswana’s creative landscape and position the country as a leading hub for film and television production in Africa.

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OceanXplorers On National Geographic

The OceanXplorer reaches Svalbard’s blockade of sea ice and can go no further. (National Geographic)

From National Geographic Explorer at Large James Cameron (“Avatar”), BBC Studios Natural History Unit (“Blue Planet II”) and OceanX, comes the most ambitious ocean adventure ever filmed. The breathtaking series OCEANXPLORERS will premiere on Wednesdays at 19:00 from 21 August on National Geographic (DStv 181, Starsat 220).

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The National Geographic series takes audiences aboard the OceanXplorer, OceanX’s state-of-the-art scientific research and exploration vessel, to investigate the farthest frontiers of the world’s oceans, 80% of which are entirely unknown. Armed with advanced technology, a hand-picked team of intrepid explorers and scientists, National Geographic Explorers and other ocean experts embark on a global odyssey to solve some of the ocean’s greatest mysteries through the lives of its animals and their ecosystems. The ship sets sail on a grand adventure – traveling to the depths of the Atlantic in the Azores, diving into the shallows of the Bahamas and warm waters of the Caribbean before embarking north to the frigid arctic shores of Svalbard, Norway. OCEANXPLORERS provides an immersive look at an underwater world of wonder with incredible discoveries that push the boundaries of exploration and our understanding of the ocean like never before.

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