Karavaan
Channel: SABC2
TX Time: 19h30
Genre: Comedy-Drama, Afrikaans
Comedy-drama television series which follows four 'older' friends facing various challenges who take an impromptu road trip to find meaning and themselves.
This coming of 'old-age' series is a journey of re-discovery, of finding the meaning of life all over again.
An impromptu road trip from Cape Town to the West Coast, Karavaan is an homage to the quintessential landscape, the colourful towns and what friendship really means.
The quirky road trip dramedy is set in the Western Cape between Cape Town and Vredendal.
It follows long-time friends Hennie, Renske, Gert and Marshall, travelling in Renske's car and Hennie's battered Karavaan, a group of 'oldies' facing various obstacles, impacting how they perceive life and their idea of growing old gracefully.
The series stars:
Kurt Egelhof as Hennie, a widower who wants to live a simple, quiet life, with economic freedom;
Albert Maritz as Gert Marais, a stroke survivor now living in a frail care facility;
Elsabé Daneel as Renske Minnaar, an artistic, eccentric, lively, quirky and empathetic widow who loves people and follows her own rules;
Ivan Abrahams as Marshall Jones, a widower desperately clinging to the memory of his late wife - for him, death is almost something to look forward to;
and Denver Vraagom as Pretty Boy, a single Karaoke King who can't take responsibility for anything, holding on to his fading looks.
Karavaan explores old age versus youth, where overcoming emotional struggles ultimately lead to the discovery of the self and accepting life as it is.
The series was filmed in Kuilsrivier, Melkbosstrand, Langebaan, Vredenburg, Paternoster, Jacobsbaai, St Helena Bay and Yzerfontein.
TVSA Show Page: Karavaan
Behind Every Star
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: K-Drama
Agents at a talent management firm tackle strong personalities and office politics while keeping their celebrity clients happy and helping them shine.
Adapted from the French drama Call My Agent!, thish is a story about a celebrity manager who is a professional at work but an amateur in his own life.
Celts: The Untold Story
Channel: Curiosity Channel (DStv 185)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Documentary Series, History, Docu-Drama
Very little is known about the Celts, who appeared in central Europe around 1200 BC and migrated westward between the 5th and 1st centuries B.C.
Most of what we think about the Celtic people – from their connection to Halloween to their supposed origins in the British Isles – is wrong.
This series uncovers the unknown history of the Celts, a people who left no written record but communicated their past through song and story, who came from central Europe and spread across the continent, and whose trade in salt made them the aristocrats of the ancient world.
Through archaeological excavations, expert commentary, 3D animation and historical reconstructions, this three-part documentary series delves into the mysteries, myths and arcane history of the Celts, and reveals brand new information about the ancient civilization.
Dawn of the Celts
A journey to some of the mysteries of how the early Celts emerged and expanded since the 8th Century BC: from the collapse of the Hallstatt salt mines, to the bizarre rituals inside Bull Rock cave, the location of the lost city of Pyrene or the strange constructions found in Glauberg or Alteburg.
The Art and War
After thriving as traders for over three centuries, the Celts reinvented themselves as fearless warriors who waged war all over Europe.
Their weapons were among the most advanced of its time and their distinguished metal art would also develop in this period that many define as the Celtic golden age.
Skyfall
In the 2nd Century BC, Celtic tribes established prosperous cities dedicated to trade along the Amber Road and the Danube.
But external threats to their society forced them into smaller fortified settlements known as oppida.
This marked the beginning of the decline of the Celts in Central Europe.
The Great Giveback with Melissa McCarthy and Jenna Perusich
Channel: HGTV (DStv 177)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Reality Makeover, Home Improvement, Reality
Melissa McCarthy and Jenna Perusich combine their love of renovation and design to surprise remarkable people with beautiful home transformations.
In the six-episode season, Melissa, the multi-Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award-winning actress, producer, fashion designer and flea market enthusiast; and her cousin and fellow actress, Jenna, learn the heartwarming stories of exceptional people nominated by their loved ones.
Then, propelled by the inspiring accounts, the self-proclaimed design and vintage fanatics grab sledgehammers, select personalised finishes, and demo and reno alongside their expert team to stun recipients with dazzling, life-changing reveals.
In the series premiere, "Home Sweet Oasis": A paediatric ER nurse and mother of two takes care of children all day and night, and her husband wants to give her a sanctuary of her own.
Melissa and Jenna surprise her with a gorgeous garage makeover and a backyard upgrade for the whole family to enjoy.
Sistas 5
Channel: BET (DStv 129)
TX Time: 22h00
Genre: Comedy-Drama
This one-hour drama follows a group of single black females as they navigate their complicated love life, careers and friendship through the ups and downs of living in a modern world of social media and unrealistic relationship goals.
Tyler Perry takes you on a ride of emotions and gut-busting predicaments that will test the ladies' long-standing friendship.
This band of women, intertwined with their newfound relationships, must navigate this new-age dating scene as they continue to search for love in their 30s.
Season 5 finds each character jumping back into the world of dating.
Each of the ladies fights their personal battles while attempting to still be there for one another.
In the Season 5 premiere, "Pain and Suffering": Fatima and Andi confront Hayden and Gary, Que is informed he needs a job, and Karen anxiously awaits answers after being hospitalized.
Married to Medicine: Atlanta 9
Channel: 1Magic (DStv 103)
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Docu-Reality
Returning this season are Dr. Jacqueline Walters, Dr. Simone Whitmore, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, Quad Webb, Toya Bush Harris, and Anila Sajja.
Miss Quad Webb returns this season as part of the main cast.
New friend, Audra Frimpong joins the ladies as a real estate attorney with a rich Ghanaian heritage and a strong personality and is engaged to Dr. Martin Curry.
Coming up this season:
Dr. Jackie is on a serious mission to step into a new phase of her best life.
Her dream home is complete, her friendship with Dr. Simone is rekindled, and with her medical practice in overdrive for the first time she is contemplating hanging up her coat as full-time MD to pivot to business mogul status.
While Dr. Jackie has shared most of her plans with her husband Curtis, and although he is on board... their expensive lifestyle is a cause for pause.
Will Dr. Jackie really be able to let go and slow down or will she fill the void with more business ventures?
Dr. Heavenly is once again embracing her two biggest passions - expanding her empire and trying to keep her family close - however while she tries to balance her practice, Dr. Damon's practice, opening her new beauty supply store, and preparing for her daughter Alaura to go to college, she is in over her hair.
Also in the friendship department, Heavenly's bond with Contessa and some of the ladies is in need of repair after her social media posts have left everyone giving her the side-eye.
As Heavenly tries to pick up the pieces will she be able to mend relationships and get things back on track?
Dr. Simone is moving in a positive direction, although she has admitted to being "on the petty boat" last year, she has now disembarked for good.
Her friendship with Dr. Jackie is off to a fresh start.
She is in a very happy and loving place with her husband Cecil.
They have a new business venture and are ready to put everything about their relationship on the table to help others by writing a book.
Dr. Simone and Cecil have their sights set on making it on the next bestseller list, only if they can make it through the writing process in one piece.
Dr. Contessa is at a crossroads in her life and is determined to no longer live in confusion.
Dr. Contessa and Dr. Scott are working on getting their relationship on one accord.
She is also venturing into fitness training to compete in a bikini body competition and with her personal life in desperate need of resuscitation, Contessa has stepped away from many of her closest friends including Dr. Heavenly.
Will getting back her beauty queen body give her the confidence to finally stand up for herself in her marriage?
Miss Quad has arrived and is living her champagne wishes and caviar dreams out in her new multimillion-dollar home that she bought on her own.
Quad is no empty-nester as she is moving her mother and her clever six-year-old nephew Mason in with her.
Her life has quickly shifted from an easy-going single life to a full house of family, homework reviews and chaos in the blink of an eye.
She is wearing many hats of responsibility while also trying to make time to take a dip in the dating pool.
Toya has had the weight of life on her shoulders for the past year and she is ready to shed the negativity and move forward.
She and Dr. Eugene have moved into a new home temporarily while they look to build their next forever home.
Toya is also working on mending friendships and her marriage with Dr. Eugene that will be tested when a swirl of rumours begin to brew.
Anila is returning to a bit of normalcy with her husband, Dr. Kiran's practice back in full swing and their home construction finally complete.
With the sudden departure of their long-time nanny, Anila and Dr. Kiran agree to consider moving her parents in to help with the kids, but at what price and on whose terms?
And after a traumatic burglary occurs at her new home Anila is left to pick up the pieces and choose between friends and foes.
New friend
Audra is a decedent of African royalty and a successful real estate attorney who is engaged to Dr. Martin Curry.
They are living the American dream along with Audra's son, Kingston.
Her fiancée, Dr. Martin is the man of her dreams and a dentist launching a luxury dental spa practice.
Audra and Dr. Martin are a young and vivacious couple ushering in the next generation of successful doctors and professionals in Atlanta.
Will they mesh well with this tight-knit medical group?
Nadiya Bakes
Channel: The Home Channel (DStv 176 / Openview 113)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Food
Delightful cakes and heavenly breads pop from the oven as Nadiya Hussain returns to baking, her happy place, and spotlights creative kindred spirits.
The world has been baking more than ever before during lockdown, and if there's one thing we've learnt over the past few months, it's that baking has the power to provide comfort, help us escape our worries, and ultimately bring us all a bit of happiness.
So this series is all about putting more joy into life whilst spending time at home.
Nadiya Hussain kicks off the eight-part series with her favourite recipes for classic bakes with a twist.
Everyday cupcakes are transformed into ice cream flavoured, fun-filled treasures that are guaranteed to make you smile.
A traditional scone is given a modern remix in a blueberry scone pizza that might just change the way you think about cream teas forever.
Meanwhile a spicy Asian kick takes a traditional toad in the hole to a new level, to create a comforting savoury classic.
Finally, the traditional sponge is taken up a notch, with mango and coconut flavours that are quite simply sunshine on a plate.
Across the series Nadiya also wants to shine a spotlight on the skills of some of the country's incredible bakers and pastry makers.
In the series premiere, pastry maestro and Instagram sensation Julie Jones shows us her awe-inspiring pie decorations that are edible works of art.
Neal Brennan: Blocks
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00
Genre: Comedy, Special
From the weird relationship humans have with dogs to how dating a model is like owning a dune buggy, Neal Brennan muses on his life in this stand-up special.
In his newest comedy special, Neal moves physical blocks around the stage in order to explain the emotional and cultural issues that make him feel like something's wrong with him.
From his complicated relationship with his dog Keith, drugs and alcohol, liberalism and his slim chances of finding real everlasting love, Brennan gives the audience an honest look inside his psyche.