Published Oct 13
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DStv Weekly Highlights
LOCAL (SOUTHERN)
Zuba
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 October at 20:00 on Zambezi Magic, available on DStv Compact and up
The story of Zuba continues, one about love, trust and betrayal. The story revolves around an innocent, rural teenage girl who has to leave her family and education behind to do a maid’s job with a complex, wealthy urban family.
Gomora
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 October at 19:30 on Mzansi Magic, available on DStv Family and up
Gomora is a story about inequality. It's about the rich and the poor and how fine the line between the two can be. It follows the lives of two families and how their worlds collide.
Mamazala
Genre: Drama
Wednesday 13 October at 21:00 on Moja Love, available on DStv Compact and up
‘Mamazala’ explores the dynamics of in-law relationships and the challenges they bring with them. Hosted by Dingaan Mokebe, Mamazala is committed to resolving family issues with in-laws and educating viewers on the misunderstandings between members of one home.
Legacy
Genre: Drama
Thursday 14 October at 19:00 on M-Net, available on DStv Premium
‘Legacy’ is a first-of-its-kind South African telenovela set in the fast-lane world of investment billionaires. At heart, it is a story about a family at war with itself.
LOCAL (WEST)
My Flatmates
Genre: Comedy
Monday 11 October at 20:00 on Africa Magic Urban, available on DStv Compact and up
Four guys share a flat, and their daily quest for better lives leads to fun escapades.
Eve
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 October at 22:00 on Africa Magic Showcase, available on DStv Compact and up
Years after Ezinne and Peter started EE & A, they tackle a high-profile murder case. An emotionally fragile Ugo attends therapy and Mama Ugo longs for her family.
Brethren
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 October at 20:00 on Africa Magic Family, available on DStv Access and up
Bara and Dag, Tina and Chief Kurokeme's adopted sons are forced into a partnership after finding out that their father's illicit gang was responsible for their mother's death.
My Siblings and I
Genre: Comedy
Wednesday 13 October at 21:30 on Africa Magic Urban, available on DStv Compact and up
A narrative where we see the happenings through the eyes of each sibling in the family, everyone's life is subjective to the opinion of others.
LOCAL (EAST)
Date My Family Uganda
Genre: Reality
Sunday 10 October at 19:00 on Pearl Magic Prime, available on DStv Compact and up
Ugandan singles look for love in a unique twist to the traditional dating show, as a young lover meets three families hoping to meet the partner of their dreams.
Mpali
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 October at 19:00 on Maisha Magic Bongo, available on DStv Access and up
The Nguzu plantation land is filled with a lot of anxiety and fear as Mr. Nguzu declares the truth about his newly discovered son.
Selina
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 October at 19:30 on Maisha Magic Plus, available on DStv Compact and up
Selina, in pursuit of evidence to prove her innocence, has no option but to go all out, but will her quest derail her hopes for love?
Chapterz
Genre: Drama
Wednesday 13 October at 18:30 on Pearl Magic Prime, available on DStv Compact and up
For every chapter written, there are invisible verses. For every human, there are skeletons in the closet.
SPORT
European World Cup Qualification: Germany v Romania
Sport: Football
Friday 8 October at 20:45 on SuperSport Premier League, available on DStv Compact and up
Germany and Romania will clash for a European World Cup Qualification match, meeting in their Group J fixture at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.
European World Cup Qualification: Andorra v England
Sport: Football
Saturday 9 October at 20:45 on SuperSport Premier League, available on DStv Compact and up
Minnows Andorra will hope to upset England in a Group I World Cup Qualification match set for the Estadi Nacional in Andorra la Vella.
PGA Tour: Shriners Children’s Open
Sport: Golf
Friday 8 – Sunday 10 October at 23:00 on SuperSport Golf, available on DStv Premium
The PGA Tour will host the Shriners Children’s Open at the TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas, with a purse of $7million.
Formula 1: Turkish Grand Prix
Sport: Motorsport
Sunday 10 October at 15:00 on SuperSport Motorsport, available on DStv Premium
The 2021 Formula 1 World Championship heads to Intercity Istanbul Park for the Turkish Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen set to continue their title battle.
ESPN
NFL: Seattle Seahawks v Los Angeles Rams
Sport: American Football
Friday 8 October at 02:20 on ESPN 2, available on DStv Compact and up
The NFL continues with this Regular Season clash between the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams at the Lumen Field.
ESPN College GameDay
Sport: American Football
Saturday 9 October at 15:00 on ESPN 2 available on DStv Compact and up
Catch ESPN’s in depth coverage of NCAA College American Football with ‘GameDay’ building up to a run of back-to-back matches.
NFL: Atlanta Falcons v New York Jets
Sport: American Football
Sunday 10 October at 15:30 on ESPN 2, available on DStv Compact and up
The NFL continues with this Regular Season clash between the Atlanta Falcons and the New York Jets at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
NFL Live
Sport: American Football
Monday 11 October at 22:00 on ESPN, available on DStv Family and up
ESPN's NFL Live scoops the latest news and information from deep inside the NFL and deposits it into your ears.
MOVIES
The Purge
Genre: Thriller
Friday 8 October at 21:35 on M-Net Movies 2, available on DStv Premium
The members of a wealthy family find themselves in trouble when they are held hostage by a murderer during the Purge, a period where all criminal activity is legalised. Starring Ethan Hawke and Lena Headey, directed by James DeMonaco.
The Fighting Temptations
Genre: Comedy, musical
Saturday 9 October at 17:30 on M-Net Movies 1, available on DStv Premium
With huge debts and no job, Darrin Hill's only hope is a surprise inheritance worth $150,000. But first, he must get his hometown choir in shipshape condition. This, by no means, is going to be easy. Starring Beyonce and Cuba Gooding Jr, directed by Jonathan Lynn.
Failure to Launch
Genre: Comedy
Saturday 9 October at 19:00 on M-Net Movies 4, available on DStv Access and up
In a bid to move their middle-aged son Tripp out of their house, Al and Sue hire Paula, an expert. However, Paula soon realises that Tripp is different from the rest of her clients. Starring Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker, directed by Tom Dey.
Jiu Jitsu
Genre: Action
Sunday 10 October at 20:00 on M-Net, available on DStv Premium
Every six years, an ancient order of jiu-jitsu fighters joins forces to battle a vicious race of alien invaders. But when a celebrated war hero goes down in defeat, the fate of the planet and mankind hangs in the balance. Starring Nicolas Cage and Tony Jaa, directed by Dimitri Logothetis.
TELENOVELAS
The FrontLiners
Genre: Drama
Sunday 10 October at 21:00 on Star Life, available on DStv Access and up
‘The FrontLiners’ follows the lives of Dr. Ishani Arora and Dr. Siddhant Mathur; complete opposites who struggle to deal with their personal issues.
Loli’s Luck
Genre: Drama
Monday 11 October at 22:00 on Telemundo, available on DStv Access and up
Loli must face her new reality and learn that work is not everything in life: the true meaning of success is family and love.
This Is Fate
Genre: Drama
Tuesday 12 October at 21:00 on Zee World, available on DStv Access and up
‘This is Fate’ is a steamy narrative drama revealing how fate plays its role in the lives of two optimistic sisters, Preeta and Shristi.
A Passion for Revenge
Genre: Drama
Wednesday 13 October at 18:00on Telemundo, available on DStv Access and up
The story tells the tale of the humble and hard-working Gallardo brothers' quest for vengeance against the wealthy and powerful Del Junco family.
KIDS
Heroes of the City
Genre: Animation
Sunday 10 October at 18:05 on JimJam, available on DStv Access and up
Paulie Police Car and Fiona Fire Engine help the townspeople find thieves, put out fires, and solve mysteries.
Phineas and Ferb
Genre: Animation
Monday 11 October at 18:15 on Disney Channel, available on DStv Compact and up’
Phineas and Ferb embark on various adventures during their summer vacation, while trying to keep their sister from interfering with their plans.
Bubble Guppies
Genre: Animation
Tuesday 12 October at 15:10 on Nick Jr, available on DStv Compact and up
‘Bubble Guppies’ takes the phrase "school of fish" literally as fish-tailed preschoolers attend school in an underwater classroom. Children learn about topics such as science, math and literacy through original music.
Thomas and Friends
Genre: Animation
Wednesday 13 October at 17:40 on CBeebies, available on DStv Family and up
Located on the imaginary island of Sodor, a place where every vehicle has its own characteristics, Thomas, a tank engine, and his friends face exciting adventures.
INTERNATIONAL
Killer Siblings
Genre: Crime, documentary
Monday 11 October at 20:00 on CBS Justice, available on DStv Compact Plus and up
‘Killer Siblings’ delves into the disturbing true stories of some of the deadliest siblings of all time. Featuring exclusive interviews and first-hand accounts, the series explores the minds, upbringings and motivations of family members who were driven to kill. Each hour-long episode profiles a different set of siblings and the brutal crimes they committed, offering insight into their murderous bond and what led them down a path to murder.
Baptiste
Genre: Mystery
Monday 11 October at 21:00 on BBC Brit, available on DStv Compact and up
(New season) Julien Baptiste travels to Hungary to help Emma Chambers, the British Ambassador. Her whole family is missing but this is no ordinary kidnapping: dark forces are at work.
Selling The Big Easy
Genre: Reality, lifestyle
Monday 11 October at 21:00 on HGTV, available on DStv Compact and up
(New season) Real estate agent Brittany Picolo-Ramos helps potential homebuyers find their dream home in historic New Orleans.
D-Day: Wings of Victory
Genre: History
Tuesday 12 October at 22:00 on Curiosity Channel, available on DStv Compact Plus and up
Could the Allies have won the war without aviation? Discover what went on behind the scenes of the historic, ambitious aerial battle that raged over Normandy.
CATCH UP
The Murder Tapes
Genre: Crime, documentary
Investigation Discovery's ‘The Murder Tapes’ chronicles homicide investigations using raw and unfiltered footage, including body-cam, surveillance and interrogation-room footage. Family members react in real time, investigators give their first impressions at crime scenes and suspects protest their innocence before coming clean.
Grill of Victory
Genre: Cooking contest
Travel Channel turns the growing subculture of hobbyists who are building insane, tricked-out barbecue grills into a competition. Set in a different American city, each episode features three teams facing off with their homemade mega-grills to see which team has the best BBQ skills.
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Genre: Documentary
Chef Anthony Bourdain travels across the globe to uncover little-known areas of the world and celebrate diverse cultures by exploring food and dining rituals.
DC’s Legends of Tomorrow
Genre: Sci-fi, action
Rip Hunter, a time traveller, comes to know of Vandal Savage's plan to cause an apocalypse to destroy Earth and time. However, he assembles superheroes to thwart Savage's evil plan and save the world.