Die Vlieënde SpringbokkieSABC2
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Comedy
It's 2068, the Earth is overcrowded, and Mars was not what everyone thought. In the 2050s B-Earth or B-Planet, a replica of the present Earth, is discovered. A global race kicks off in 2066 to reach this planet first, so it can be ruled.
After the Springbok united the nation with the World Cup, a group of scientists, phycologists and Aeronautical Engineers decided to build a spacecraft called The Flying Springbokkie to participate in the race.
The diverse crew of six members has been selected according to their IQ (intelligence quotient) and EQ (emotional intelligence). This classification was established in 2028 when people are no longer classified by race, but according to their intelligence and their emotional strength.
TVSA Show Page: Die Vlieënde Springbokkie
Bancroft
Channel: ITV Choice (DStv 123)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Thriller
Trusted, adored and respected by her colleagues, Elizabeth Bancroft has given her life to the police force and promotion looks assured. However Bancroft is not all she seems – on the surface she's a model DCI, but beneath this veneer dark secrets lurk.
James Patterson's Murder is Forever
Channel: IDx (DStv 171)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: True Crime
From bestselling author and master of suspense James Patterson comes this dramatic crime series. Each episode presents a unique murder mystery packed with suspense, big twists and turns – and the most shocking thing of all is that they're all 100% real.
Grand Designs Australia 6
Channel: The Home Channel (DStv 176)
TX Time: 13h00
Genre: Lifestyle
On this season we see architect Peter Maddison once again cover diverse projects up and down Australia. He follows the journeys and incredible stories of inspiring Australians, who are each determined to carve their own niche by building their own home.
Colony 2 Universal Channel (DStv 117)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Sci-Fi
In the wake of a mysterious alien invasion, a family fights to stay together in a new world order. This season, alien intelligence are still in control of a near-future Los Angeles.
In an effort to get their son back, Will has been cooperating with the Collaborators and now knows about his wife Katie's alliance with the Resistance. With her secret out and finding themselves on opposite sides of the battle, have they jeopardised any hope of reuniting their family?
No One Cooks Like Mama
Channel: Moja Love (DStv 157)
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Food
This half hour cooking series features the inquisitive appetite of Sasha Zambetti as she attempts to recreate the dishes her celeb guests recall from their childhood. Can she evoke the past with familiar tastes, textures and smells, the particular comfort food they remember their mothers cooked for them?
The Amazing Race 26
Channel: SABC3
TX Time: 19h30
Genre: Reality Competition
This season will feature 11 new teams of all dating duos with a twist: six who are pre-existing couples and five duos who will meet for the very first time at the starting line when they are set up on the most extreme blind date ever.
The couple's relationships will be tested right from the starting line as they navigate a muddy obstacle course before jetting off to Tokyo, Japan. The course will continue through Bangkok, Namibia, Monaco and more, spanning five continents and eight countries.
Donal MacIntyre's Murder Files
Channel: CBS Reality (DStv 132)
TX Time: 21h10
Genre: True Crime
This series is presented by undercover reporter and criminologist Donal MacIntyre, who examines some of the most horrific and fascinating crimes of recent times through the first-hand experiences of the men and women who ensured justice was carried out.
King of Hearts 2 Zee World (DStv 166)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Telenovela
The new season picks up two decades after the tragic deaths of Roshni and Siddharth in Season 1, which ended with Roshni and Sid deciding to move to London after the birth of their son Karanveer, but never making it after being killed in a car accident.
Roshni, on her death bed, asked Gangu to take Karan to her in-laws but Gangu raised Karan as her own, as a replacement to Satya. She even called him Satya out of grief.
This is how the new season picks up. Satya/Karan has been raised by Gangu and Neil and Ria are still in the picture - but dead too.
For a full season preview (and all the teasers), go here:
Back! Zee World's King of Hearts returns for Season 2
Gold Divers 6
Channel: Discovery Channel (DStv 121)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Reality
Coming up this season, Ken's beastly Myrtle Irene tears into the Bering Sea as operating costs soar. At the Bluff, Shawn and Kris battle swarming dredges looking for a piece of the gold rush, and Emily expands her operation – but an air malfunction threatens her season.
Wicked Tuna 7
Channel: National Geographic Channel (DStv 181)
TX Time: 20h05
Genre: Reality
It's opening day of the bluefin tuna season, and the first fish of the season can bring big money. With a huge payday at stake, every captain is fighting to land a tuna.
Captains TJ Ott and Brad Krasowski are out to redeem themselves after a disappointing season last year; with their reputations on the line, the pressure is on to put meat on deck. And Captain Dave Marciano welcomes a new crew member - his oldest daughter, Angelica.
Civilisations
Channel: BBC Earth (DStv 184)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Documentary Series
Explores the global history of art as the driving force for civilisation. Specialist filming techniques capture the majestic scale of the Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia and pick out the exquisite detail of Michelangelo's Basilica of St Peter.
Until now, these illuminating creations have been remote. Now you can immerse yourself in their awe-inspiring craftsmanship, as great masterpieces are brought closer and made clearer than ever before.
Mr. Mercedes
Mr. Mercedes
Channel: M-Net (DStv 101)
TX Time: 23h05
Genre: Thriller, Horror
Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King, Mr. Mercedes follows demented killer Brady Hartsfield who taunts retired police detective Bill Hodges with a series of lurid letters and emails, forcing the ex-cop to undertake a private, and potentially felonious, crusade to bring the killer to justice before he is able to strike again.
There are a further two novels in the series, which will become the second and third seasons of the show.