SABC3 has announced a raft of schedule changes in another channel shake-up in the post-Hlaudi era.
The changes take effect from this Monday (5 February 2018) and have a notable impact on the early primetime shows, which lose the news in the middle of the line-up.
The new schedule includes a selection of new and returning South African shows.
Here's an overview of the key schedule changes and the dates they take effect followed by a look at the new series:
| Show |
New time |
Date |
| Afternoon Express |
Mondays to Fridays at 16h30 |
5 February |
| The Bold and the Beautiful |
Mondays to Fridays at 17h30 |
5 February |
| Real Talk with Anele |
Mondays to Fridays at 18h00
(A quick news update will precede this) |
5 February |
| News @ 18h00 |
Mondays to Fridays at 21h00 |
5 February |
| Top Billing |
Saturdays at 18h00
(Repeats on Sundays at 12h00) |
17 February |
| Special Assignment |
Sundays at 20h30 |
11 February |
| Network |
Sundays at 21h30 |
11 February |
| Retro dramas |
Mondays to Fridays at 12h00 |
5 February |
| Saturday movies |
Movies will air in a double bill at 19h00 and 21h30. When EFC is live, the movie will fall away. |
|
| The Scoop |
Thursdays at 20h30
(Repeats on Fridays at 15h00) |
8 February |
| The Sunday Documentary Slot |
Sundays at 19h30 |
11 February |
| EFC Magazine |
Sundays at 22h00 |
11 February |
| Game shows |
Fridays at 20h00 |
9 February |
Please note: these times will be impacted on some days because of the broadcast of the cricket ODI's between India and South Africa but will resume when the cricket is over.
Other flash facts
Trending SA remains in its current timeslot on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21h30 but gets a 15h30 repeat on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
#WTFTumi remains in its current timeslot on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21h30 but gets a 15h30 repeat on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
A lifestyle variety slot has been introduced starting on Sundays at 13h00 from 11 February 2018. The repeats will air on Tuesdays at 14h30 from 13 February.
Sunday's broadcast of Mela at 14h00 won't be impacted but the repeat will move from Thursdays to Mondays at 14h30.
New shows
Eish! Saan
Premiere date: Friday, 2 February at 19h30
A prank show that captures celebrities pranking South Africans in public places.
Running in the Family
Premiere date: Monday, 5 February 2018 at 20h30
From creating a lasting legacy to nurturing the next generation of leaders, how do families survive the key succession test? This CNBC entrepreneurial series looks at how families can successfully navigate a family business to new levels of growth.
Wildlife Rescue: Africa
Premiere date: Sunday, 11 February 2018 at 18h30
Two men risk their lives every day to save the continent’s wildest animals. They are an elite team, called in to handle any crisis.
Celebrated Love
Premiere date: Sunday, 11 February 2018 at 19h30
This series explores the love stories of four prominent South African couples whose marriages have stood the test of time, proving that love can still flourish in contemporary times.
Rustic Chakula with Sizo
Premiere date: Tuesday, 20 February 2018 at 20h30
Rustic Chakula with Sizo is a lifestyle cooking show that explores and celebrates the modernyuppie African lifestyle. It explores African-grown art, music, books, destinations, traditions and culture, all held together by inspiring cooking by chef Sizo.
Returning South African shows
Tropika Island of Treasure returns for Season 8 on Monday, 5 February at 19h30.
The Hostess with Lorna Maseko returns for Season 2 on Wednesday, 14 February at 20h30.
Keep a lookout in the
TVSA daily highlights for the premieres.