10 spicy local shows to enjoy with family this December on DStv

News 08 December 2025

Inimba, Nandi & The Rev, Shaka iLembe and more — your December watchlist is set.

10 spicy local shows to enjoy with family this December on DStv

Whether 2025 was your year or not, why not close it off with a bang? Spend the final days of the year catching up on the shows that had the whole country talking, shouting at the TV and wiping away tears.

From the gripping drama Inimba and the spicy reality series Nandi & The Rev, to the historic epic Shaka iLembe, not to mention the explosive new season of Outlaws, and the glamorous sensation The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – Africa. Friends, kids, grandparents and you, together around the TV with DStv this December. It’s a season of love, laughter and togetherness with stories packed with emotion, creativity, scandal and pure entertainment.

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Emotion, action and edge-of-your-seat storytelling

Inimba S1

Raw, emotional and gripping, Inimba dives into the life of Zoleka Mabandla, a woman who seemingly had it all – a new family, a promising career, and a dream job she could hardly refuse. But when her husband, Hlathi, forced her to choose between her ambition and their family, she made the ultimate sacrifice. Viewers are hooked and raving about the show, some even recording themselves shouting at the TV, thanks to the wicked villain Hlathi (played by Sisa Hewana), while powerhouse performances from Lunathi Mampofu and Zenande Mfenyana dominate timelines every week. The show is so good, Mzansi Magic ordered 90 extra episodes for Season 1 alone. Mzansi Magic has renewed the show for a second season.

Watch Inimba with the whole family Monday to Friday at 9PM on Mzansi Magic Channel 161. Stream the latest episodes on DStv Stream.

Shaka iLembe S2

Gather the family and dive into the epic story that had the nation talking. Shaka iLembe Season 2 reignites the love for King Shaka’s rise, picking up from Season 1 to explore his transformation from warrior to ruler, brutal power struggles, and complex alliances. Dazzling with grand sets, stunning visuals, meticulous world-building, and powerhouse performances, it earned Best Scripted TV Series at the 2025 National Film & TV Awards. As proof of its popularity, fans flocked to activations in Durban and Johannesburg before the new season premiered to meet the cast.

Rewatch Shaka iLembe Season 2 now on DStv Stream. You can also binge-watch Season 1 on Showmax.

Homecoming

Homecoming is a twisty family drama perfect for December bonding, following Zethu, a brilliant medical graduate forced back to Bergville with shattered dreams, until she crosses paths with Sifiso, a cop by day and a traditional healer by night, who pulls her into secrets that bind the whole community. A story about coming home to more than just a place – to rediscovering a purpose.

Watch Homecoming Mondays to Wednesdays at 6:30PM on Mzansi Wethu, DStv Channel 163. Latest episodes are available to binge on DStv Stream.

Spicy reality chaos

Being a Xaba

Being a Xaba is Mzansi Magic’s bold new reality series exploring family, faith, and forgiveness through the extraordinary Xaba journey. It pulls back the curtain on entrepreneur and bishop Vusi Jabulani “VJ” Xaba, his 23 children (and counting), and his 28-year-old bride as they confront the weight of a complex past. From navigating life with multiple stepmothers to seeking healing, unity, and true reconciliation, the Xaba family’s story is as complicated as it is compelling and perfect for whole-family viewing this festive December.

Watch Being a Xaba every Sunday at 7PM on Mzansi Magic (DStv 161), with the latest episodes on DStv Stream. Gather the family and press play.

Nandi & The Rev

This must-watch reality series follows the turbulent journey of Reverend Mawuzole Mlombi and his bold wife, Nandipha “Queen Nandi” Mlombi, as they fight to rebuild their broken home after scandal shakes their world. Once a respected Methodist minister, Reverend Mlombi lost his job, his house, and his peace of mind, while Queen Nandi, a former beauty queen-turned-social media firecracker, faced harsh judgment for her glamorous, unfiltered lifestyle. Alongside their seven children, the family opens their lives with honesty, heart, and surprising humour as they navigate love, faith, struggle, and second chances. Raw, relatable, and perfect for festive family viewing this December, Nandi & the Rev reminds us that every home has a story worth fighting for.

Gather the family and binge Nandi & The Rev now on DStv Stream.

Unfiltered love stories

Love in the Keys

Love in the Keys is a heartfelt doccie-reality series following three young South African music couples as they navigate love (mjolo), ambition, and the rhythms that bind them. From late-night studio sessions to clashes about career dreams, the show explores what it really takes to stay in harmony when love and music are both fighting for centre stage. Warm, relatable, and perfect for festive family viewing this December, it’s a reminder that every relationship has its own soundtrack.

Gather your loved ones and watch Love in the Keys now on DStv Stream.

Date My Family S13

Each week, Date My Family keeps viewers hooked as eligible bachelors and bachelorettes embark on a quest for love. The show lets contestants meet not only their potential partners but also their families, leading to entertaining, unpredictable, and often eyebrow-raising moments. Every episode serves up unforgettable personalities and surprising twists that spark laughs and lively debates. This festive season, it’s the perfect feel-good show to enjoy together.

Gather the family and watch Date My Family Season 13 every Sunday at 6PM on Mzansi Magic, with episodes also available on DStv Stream.

Dating #NoFilter

Dating #NoFilter is a bold, unfiltered reality dating show where single hopefuls go on blind dates knowing nothing about their potential partner, leading to honest and often hilarious first impressions. Expect plenty of shock, laughter, awkward pauses, and genuine reactions as people meet, connect, and sometimes walk away.

Get the family around the screen and binge Dating #NoFilter on DStv Stream this holiday season. Laughs guaranteed for everyone.

Fun-filled weekend viewing

Outlaws S2

The Biyela and Ts’eole families are back, and the feud is hotter than ever! Outlaws is the story of two families at war: the Zulu, cattle-farming Biyelas and the Basotho, cattle-raiding Ts'eoles, as they clash over pride, cattle, and legacy. With new faces, high stakes, and intense drama, it’s perfect weekend entertainment to enjoy as a family this festive season.

Stream new episodes weekly on Showmax and catch them Saturdays at 8PM on Mzansi Magic. Bring everyone together for thrilling family viewing!

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – Africa

Kick off the festive holidays with a glam-packed reality getaway! The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – Africa brings together eight fan-favourite Housewives from South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya for a celebration of sisterhood, adventure, and unforgettable drama in Brazil. Expect laughs, shade, and heartfelt moments perfect for enjoying together as a family this holiday season.

New episodes stream on Showmax every Friday and air Saturdays at 7PM on Mzansi Magic. Round up the loved ones and watch the ultimate girls’ trip unfold!

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