LOCAL (SOUTHERN)
Channel: OneZed
Zed Top 10
Genre: Music
Monday 11 December at 18:00 on OneZed, available on DStv Compact and up
Zed Top Ten is a music countdown show that celebrates ten of the biggest musical hits and the culture they are influencing.
Zuba
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 December at 20:00 on OneZed, available on DStv Compact and up
Zuba’s world is turned up-side down just when she decides to do the right thing leaving her to wonder, is she the curse to everyone that loves her?
Shi Mumbi
Genre: Comedy
Thursday 14 December at 21:30 on OneZed, available on DStv Compact and up
Belinda makes plans for Shi Mumbi to leave his marriage to the point that he goes to stay with her. During this time Shi Mumbi and Belinda discover some money Bana Mumbi has been saving in Shi Mumbi’s suitcase.
Channel: Zambezi Magic
The Security Guard
Genre: Comedy
Friday 8 December at 22:00 on Zambezi Magic, available on DStv Compact and up
Tizadyanabo Security Firm loses a major contract to a dormant security firm called Wafwa Walema Security Firm. This teaches them the do’s and don'ts of the security service.
Pa Maliketi
Genre: Comedy
Monday 11 December at 18:30 on Zambezi Magic, available on DStv Compact and up
When a marketer unexpectedly dies without leaving enough money for a coffin and must be buried in a sack, a group of marketers give birth to a hilarious series that is sure to keep viewers gasping for breath.
Kopala
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 December at 21:30 on Zambezi Magic, available on DStv Compact and up
‘Kopala’ follows a talented young footballer, Muzo (played by Ganizani Mwanza) who becomes imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit and escapes prison, using his newfound skills to acquire wealth and revenge.
LOCAL (WEST)
Channel: Africa Magic
Love Come Back
Genre: Reality
Friday 8 December at 22:30 on Africa Magic Family, available on DStv Family and up
It's not easy saying ‘I'm sorry’ but with a beautiful surprise and help from the ‘Love Come Back’ team, getting your love back might not be that hard after all.
Tinsel
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 December at 21:30 on Africa Magic Showcase, available on DStv Compact and up
Two rival film production houses, fierce battles for box-office dominance sees them taking their rivalry from film-sets to industry boardrooms and everywhere in between!
Dilemma
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 December at 18:30 on Africa Magic Urban, available on DStv Compact and up
Fate leads two estranged lovers full circle after a cruel separation leaves them with a dilemma that bears consequences of a long-forgotten past.
Channel: Akwaaba Magic
Inspector Bediako
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 December at 17:30 on Akwaaba Magic Abusua, available on DStv Compact and up
This follows the life of Inspector Bediako Jnr, the son of the legendary Inspector Bediako, who uses smart and creative detective means to investigate and solve domestic criminal cases.
Dede
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 December at 21:00 on Akwaaba Magic Abusua, available on DStv Compact and up
Rama Robertson announces her intention to fully step back from the firm, but first she must choose a successor.
Market Queens
Genre: Comedy
Thursday 14 December at 21:30 on Akwaaba Magic, available on DStv Compact and up
With their livelihood and families dependent on them, a group of hard-working women will do whatever it takes to survive.
LOCAL (EAST)
Channel: Pearl Magic
POPI
Genre: Comedy
Friday 8 December at 18:30 on Pearl Magic Prime, available on DStv Compact and up
POPI depicts the lives and the challenges of members of the Police Force and how they relate to the community they serve.
Damalie
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 December at 18:30 on Pearl Magic Prime, available on DStv Compact and up
Discover the captivating story of the Mbiddes, guided by the indomitable Damalie, as shocking betrayals unravel upon the return of her husband from abroad.
The Honourablez
Genre: Drama, comedy
Wednesday 13 December at 20:00 on Pearl Magic, available on DStv Family and up
Written and directed by Ugandan actor and playwright John Ssegawa, ‘The Honourablez’ is a political satire-drama series.
Channel: Maisha Magic
Crime & Justice
Genre: Reality
Monday 11 December at 16:30 on Maisha Magic Plus, available on DStv Compact and up
Detectives Silas and Makena safeguard the streets of Nairobi. Dealing with all manner of crime, they must learn to trust each other's instincts in the pursuit of justice.
The Real Housewives of Nairobi
Genre: Reality
Tuesday 12 December at 20:00 on Maisha Magic East, available on DStv Compact and up
Follow five dynamic women as they navigate their lavish lifestyles, relationships and careers in Kenya's capital, Nairobi.
Sarafu
Genre: Drama
Wednesday 13 December at 17:00 on Maisha Magic Bongo, available on DStv Family and up
Love, quarrels, jealousy, betrayal and quarrels reign in the family of Mzee Sanga, Damiani and Janeth. Jackie returns home and finds a bad situation with his parents. To take revenge, Njoroge uses Tamar to fulfil his duty.
SPORT
DP World Tour: Alfred Dunhill Championship
Sport: Golf
Friday 8 – Sunday 10 December at 09:00 on SuperSport Golf, available on DStv Premium
The DP World Tour continues with the Alfred Dunhill Championship, held at the Leopard Creek Country Club in Mpumalanga.
First T20: South Africa v India
Sport: Cricket
Sunday 10 December at 10:00 on SuperSport Cricket, available on DStv Premium
South Africa and India will clash for the first of three T20 matches when they meet at the Kingsmead Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
Premier League: Aston Villa v Arsenal
Sport: Football
Saturday 9 December at 17:00 on SuperSport Premier League, available on DStv Compact and up
Catch a mouth-watering 2023-24 Premier League clash, as Aston Villa welcome Arsenal to Villa Park in Birmingham.
UEFA Champions League: Matchday 5
Sport: Football
Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 December at 19:45 and 22:00 on SuperSport Premier League, available on DStv Compact and up
Catch Matchday 6 action from the group stage of the UEFA Champions League, as European football royalty goes to battle.
ESPN
NFL: Pittsburgh Steelers v New England Patriots
Sport: American Football
Friday 8 December at 03:15 on ESPN 2, available on DStv Compact and up
Week 14 of the NFL’s regular season opens on Friday morning with the Pittsburgh Steelers taking on the New England Patriots.
NFL: Miami Dolphins v Tennessee Titans
Sport: American Football
Tuesday 12 December at 03:15 on ESPN 2, available on DStv Compact and up
Week 14 of the NFL’s regular season closes on Tuesday morning with the Miami Dolphins taking on the Tennessee Titans.
ESPN FC
Sport: Basketball
Tuesday 12 December at 17:35 on ESPN 2, available on DStv Compact and up
A round-up of the latest news from the world of football at the ESPN studios in Bristol, Connecticut.
SportsCenter
Sport: American Football
Wednesday 12 December at 13:00 on ESPN, available on DStv Family and up
The latest news, highlights and inside information from every corner of the sports world is presented each day on ‘SportsCenter’, ESPN's first-ever program when the network debuted in September of 1979.
MOVIES
Abominable
Genre: Animation, adventure
Saturday 9 December at 18:00 on Studio Universal, available on DStv Compact and up
After discovering a yeti, three friends embark on a quest to reunite the creature with his family. However, they must keep him safe from a wealthy man and a zoologist who want to capture him. Starring Chloe Bennett Yi and Albert Tsai, directed by Jill Culton and Todd Wilderman.
Supercell
Genre: Action, drama
Sunday 10 December at 20:05 on M-Net, available on DStv Premium
In order to follow the footsteps of his father who was a legendary storm chaser, a teenage boy leaves his mother and runs away from his home. Starring Anne Heche and Daniel Diemer, directed by Herbert James Winterstern.
The Good House
Genre: Drama, romance
Sunday 10 December at 20:15 on M-Net Movies 1, available on DStv Premium
A New England realtor ignites long-buried emotions and family secrets when she rekindles a romance with her old high school flame. Starring Sigourney Weaver and Kevin Kline, directed by Maya Forbes.
One Royal Holiday
Genre: Romance, drama
Monday 11 December at 17:15 on E! Entertainment, available on DStv Access and up
When a mother and son are stranded in a blizzard, Anna offers shelter to the strangers. After realising that they are from a royal family, she shows them a different way of celebrating Christmas. Staring Aaron Tveir and Laura Osnes, directed by Dustin Rikert.
TELENOVELAS
Guddan
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 December at 13:00 on Zee World, available on DStv Family and up
Choti Guddan, who wants to revive her father, AJ's, restaurant, crosses path with Pushpa Birla who aims to destroy the former by any means, including using her own son Agastya for her evil purposes.
Destined by Fate
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 December at 14:30 on StarLife, available on DStv Family and up
‘Destined by Fate’ tells a story of friendship and long time relationship between two families, however, a misunderstanding between them leads to major drama.
Overcoming the Past
Genre: Drama
Wednesday 13 December at 12:55 on TLNovelas, available on DStv Family and up
Four women of different ages and backgrounds confront modern obstacles including social media, illness, romance, reproductive freedom, and the workforce.
The Del Monte Dynasty
Genre: Drama
Thursday 14 December at 11:10 on Telemundo, available on DStv Family and up
Five adopted brothers Juan, Jose, Pedro, Gaspar and Lucas see how their easygoing life in the countryside is changed by the death of their father Emilio del Monte, who gives part of his land to his only biological child Paula, who comes to claim what belongs to her.
KIDS
The Ghost and Molly McGee
Genre: Animation
Monday 11 December at 07:40 on Disney Channel, available on DStv Compact and up
Molly McGee, a young girl, wants to do good and help everyone around her. However, due to a curse gone awry, she finds herself stuck with Scratch, a ghost.
It’s a Big Big World
Genre: Education
Tuesday 12 December at 07:05 on PBS Kids, available on DStv Easy View and up
A preschool science series set in a lush jungle full of colourful animal characters. Discovery is the theme, whether it's geography or nature. Learning is fun with Snook the sloth and Madge the old wise turtle in a treehouse high above their rain forest known as Tree World.
Turbo FAST
Genre: Animation
Wednesday 13 December at 08:30 on Dreamworks, available on DStv Family and up
The pals form the Fast Action Stunt Team, and take their extreme antics -- and their tricked-out shells -- all around the globe, though home base is Starlight City. From masked Mexican lizards to Sumo snails, Turbo and his snail sidekicks Whiplash, Burn, Smoove Move, White Shadow, Skidmark and Chet take on all challengers, no matter how crazy, with outrageous stunts on the coolest tracks in the world.
Junior
Genre: Animation
Thursday 14 December at 08:15 on Cartoon Network, available on DStv Family and up
Created by Christophe Guignement from the work of Vanessa Pancrazi and directed by Emilie Rimetz, Junior explores the world of the titular 10-year-old and his friends in the sleepy River Neighbourhood in Mikako, a fictional equatorial African country.
INTERNATIONAL
The Killing Kind
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 December at 19:00 on M-Net, available on DStv Premium
Lawyer Ingrid Lewis defends a dangerous client named John Webster against stalking allegations. But when he reappears in her life one day, Ingrid must do everything she can to escape him.
Outback Opal Hunters
Genre: Reality
Tuesday 12 December at 20:55 on Discovery Channel, available on DStv Premium
Six teams travel across Australia's unique and vast locations to find the country's most exclusive and iconic gemstones, especially the opal.
Edward Snowden: Whistleblower or Spy?
Genre: Documentary
Tuesday 12 December at 21:00 on Curiosity Channel, available on DStv Compact Plus and up
In 2013, Edward Snowden, an IT subcontractor working for the American signals intelligence agency, the NSA, travelled to Hong Kong to leak thousands of classified US documents on domestic data collection to a group of
journalists.
Chopped
Genre: Reality, cooking
Wednesday 13 December at 17:00 on Food Network, available on DStv Compact and up
Four chefs compete against each other in a three-round contest using random ingredients provided to them, to make delicious and presentable dishes.
CATCH UP
Blue Lights
Genre: Drama
Belfast based drama `Blue Lights' follows new police recruits Grace, Annie, and Tommy, as they learn the ropes in a high-pressure environment.
Inside the Heist
Genre: Documentary
The stories behind the most daring and audacious robberies in the world. Exploring the planning, the personalities and the ingenuity involved in walking away with untold riches. Highlighting the boldest robberies carried out by the criminal elite.
Farmer Wants a Wife: Australia
Genre: Reality
Eligible farmers in Australia go out on a series of romantic dates with women to find the perfect partner with whom they can hope to find love and marry.
Guy’s Ranch Kitchen
Genre: Cooking
Guy Fieri challenges his friends in a cooking showdown to prepare some of the most healthy dishes that are packed with flavour.