Shark vs. Ross Edgley
Channel: Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / StarSat 221)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Docu-Reality, Documentary, SharkFest
Ultra athlete and shark advocate Ross Edgley goes head-to-head against four of the ocean's most formidable sharks in a unique shark-sport science challenge.
He's won the world record for the world's longest assisted stage sea swim of nearly 1,800 miles.
Now Ross is pushing himself even further. He's going to test his speed, strength, endurance and digestive system.
In four jaw-dropping shark challenges, Ross attempts a G-force turn like a hammerhead, to Polaris jump out of the water like a white shark, to outswim the mako — the world's fastest shark – and finally, to feast and fast like a tiger.
Afgrond
Channel: kykNET & kie (DStv 145)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Drama, Afrikaans
Afgrond (Abyss) is a South African, Afrikaans-language television drama series which revolves around fate and the choices that five women make while each is fighting for their existence that brings them together.
Each has to make a decision that will change their lives.
Julia Cilliers (Jana Kruger) is a psychologist who struggles to process her guilt arising out of her child's death.
This compels her to stay in a difficult marriage with Basson Brink (Stian Bam), the head of Cilliers, Mouton & Molefe - a successful law firm in Cape Town.
Hannelie Fourie (Marguerite van Eeden) approaches Julia for psychological help because she is being sexually abused at work.
Julia is forced to make a difficult choice that will ultimately free her.
Lana Bridgett (Kim Cloete), a glamourous soap star, emerges from a five-year coma and realises she has amnesia.
She goes for hypnotherapy with Julia to remember her past and is faced with some shocking truths about herself.
Nadine May (Gretchen Ramsden), a candidate attorney, lives in Vredendal and her dream comes true when she gets a job at Cilliers, Molefe & Mouton.
She has to choose between leaving the love of her life, Franklin (Roberto Kyle) behind or taking the new opportunity.
She decides to take the job but her experience in the city turns out to be a nightmare.
Leora van Niekerk (Kanya Viljoen) inherits Ever End, her father's funeral parlour.
While she's trying to keep her head above water, she discovers the shocking truth about her fiancé, Etienne (Wilhelm van der Walt).
In the series premiere: Hannelie feels powerless in a world where the powerful abuse the powerless and Julia struggles to keep her family satisfied.
TVSA Show Page: Afgrond
Impilo Ye Piano
Channel: Mzansi Magic (DStv 161)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Music, Docu-Reality
Spotlights the mesmerising world of Amapiano.
Join stars Nobantu Vilakazi, Josiah De Disciple, Njelic, Sandy MRD and Mawhoo as they seamlessly blend their beats with the nation's rich roots.
Impilo Ye Piano shines a light on five talents that amplify the genre taking the world by storm, which reflects South Africa's tales, tribulations and triumphs.
The docuseries dives into these stories, where today's unsung heroes become tomorrow's legends.
Meet the cast:
Nobantu Vilakazi
From Meadowlands, Soweto, Nobantu's raw energy encapsulates the Amapiano essence.
Stepping into stardom with Khurukhutsu, her voice weaves melodies across the continent.
But her heart beats for her son, Bandile, and her dreams of global acclaim.
With allies Prince and Crispy, the stage is hers to conquer.
Josiah De Disciple
As one half of Jazzidisciples, he produced Amapiano's first music video, Long Lasting.
Now solo, his soulful sounds on Sounds of Gomora are setting new records.
But behind the turntables is a dedicated father and partner, guiding and nurturing Alexandra's Amapiano prodigies.
Njelic (Tshwarelo Motlhako)
Amapiano's grootman, his voice and beats are iconic.
His commitment is to Soweto's young talents and his drive is to gain world recognition.
By his side is his sister Palesa, confidante Bravo and his young daughter.
Sandy MRD
Amapiano's first female vocalist of Team Mosha fame, once at the peak, now battling to rebuild a broken career and reputation.
From heartbreaks with Team Mosha to new beginnings in Riverlea, her comeback is one for the ages.
Mawhoo
This KZN sensation transitioned from Gqom to Amapiano like a phoenix.
She has had collaborations with the biggest names, but her true journey is merging Amapiano aesthetics with her rich Zulu heritage.
Against the lively backdrop of Johannesburg, Impilo Ye Piano delves beyond music, exploring the artists' inner feelings.
This series is a front-row seat to their world, showcasing the spirit and drive behind every beat and every story.
XO Goals
Channel: Mzansi Wethu (DStv 163)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Reality
A 13-part reality series that takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the trials and triumphs of three unforgettable couples.
With raw emotions and unexpected twists, this is the pursuit of the ultimate couple goals.
First up, meet Simphiwe and Kedibone, a same-sex couple with a shared history of unresolved pain.
Simphiwe tragically lost her ex-fiancé to illness, while Kedibone suffered a heartbreaking miscarriage.
Determined to overcome their trust and jealousy issues, they have set their sights on having a baby this year.
Will they heal their past wounds and insecurities and can Kedibone find the trust she needs to embark on this challenging motherhood chapter?
Next, we have Tracy and Siphelele, a couple whose love blossomed from the depths of their shared pain.
Tracy survived a traumatic assault in her teenage years, while Siphelele struggled as an orphan.
After 13 years together, their goal is to escape Siphelele's toxic maternal home and create a peaceful sanctuary of their own.
Can Tracy's love and determination save their relationship?
Will Siphelele overcome his past and provide the stable environment their children deserve?
Tebogo and Nathi's story is one of resilience and newfound love.
Tebogo found salvation in Nathi, who unfortunately turned from saviour to abuser.
Overcoming their turbulent past, the recently-married couple now faces the challenge of gaining acceptance from disapproving family members.
With their dream wedding ending in disaster, Tebogo and Nathi yearn for a second chance to mend family wounds and rewrite their love story.
Will they conquer the obstacles and find happiness?
XO Goals wouldn't be complete without the guidance of expert mentors.
Bakhe Dlamini, a relationship expert and marriage therapist, joins forces with Gogo Dineo Ndlanzi, an African spiritual teacher, sangoma, and life coach.
Together, they will provide practical wisdom and spiritual guidance to help the couples navigate their personal journeys towards love and fulfilment.
Through intimate conversations, heart-to-heart debriefs, and soul-searching moments, viewers will witness the couples confronting their deepest fears, healing old wounds, and working towards their ultimate relationship goals in pursuit of their happily ever after.
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