Temperature Rising
Channel: S3
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Documentary
As climate-induced disasters are on the rise across Southern Africa, three activists grapple with what thinking globally and acting locally means in practice.
Gabriel Klaasen is leading the charge against coal-generated energy in South Africa, where more carbon dioxide is emitted per capita than any other country on Earth.
With rising global temperatures caused by the burning of fossil fuels, the stakes are high, not only for the world but also for the millions who live in close proximity to poisonous gases.
In Namibia, Ina-Maria Shikongo is working under tough conditions to stop Canadian company, Recon Africa, from fracking for gas in the Okavango Delta.
Recon is threatening food security for the country and its neighbours, not to mention the immense beauty of the delta and its pristine water which has birthed a unique bio-diverse region.
When his hometown, Durban, is devastated by flooding, Kumi Naidoo is stunned by government inaction.
He's clear that people must prepare for what is coming and to organise themselves accordingly.
But how do we grow a powerful movement when so few people see climate as the big issue?
Taking place between two major climate conferences – COP26 Glasgow and COP27 Sharm el-Sheikh, Temperature Rising uncovers the barriers to climate action and calls loudly for movement building from below, at a time where the very survival of large numbers of people depends on what activists can get political leaders to do.
Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal
Channel: National Geographic Channel (DStv 181 / StarSat 220)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Documentary Series
In 1989, maverick scientist Tommy Thompson stunned the world by recovering three tons of gold from a shipwreck deep in the Atlantic Ocean.
But the gold transformed Tommy's life in a way no one could expect.
Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal gives a glimpse into the 30-year story of adventure, deception and personal turmoil that followed, taking him from venerated celebrity to suspected conman and finally a defiant prisoner who refused to give up his gold.
From BBC Studios and based on the New York Times bestseller Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea, the series tells the true story of maverick scientist Thompson and his resourceful team who stunned the world with their discovery at the famous 1857 shipwreck S.S. Central America.
With exclusive access to over 600 hours of archival footage and thousands of slides, prints, photos and newspaper clippings on the original exploration mission – many of which have never been seen before – the series is a cautionary tale of obsession and its devastating consequences.
Impossible Riches
A maverick scientist assembles a renegade team of experts to attempt the seemingly impossible salvaging of a gold-laden shipwreck from the deep ocean.
Follow the Money
Tommy's discovery makes him an American hero. But his fortunes change as lawyers lay claim to the newfound gold, leaving his investors empty-handed.
The Manhunt
Tommy Thompson is on the run, his health deteriorating. US Marshals are determined to track him down and locate the missing gold.
Design Goals
Channel: HGTV (DStv 177)
TX Time: 13h55
Genre: Reality Makeover, Home Improvement
Designers Brittany and Annie turn homeowners' inspirations into beautiful renovations while staying on schedule and within budget.
Along with their A-team of builders, these best friends help bring their clients' dreams to life.
The show airs in four-episode blocks each week - the first four are as follows:
Colorful Midcentury Upgrade
Britt and Annie are called on to give a 1960s home a midcentury modern facelift.
The duo sets out to update the couple's outdated kitchen and bland living room with fun splashes of colour and all new appliances.
Basketball Gym on a Budget
Lace Em Up, a Salt Lake City-based basketball training facility reaches out to Britt and Annie for help upgrading their lobby space.
Faced with a tight budget of $15,000, Britt and Annie are forced to get creative to achieve their design goals.
Texas-Style Reno
Brittany's older sister asks her and Annie to make the cross-country trip to Dallas, Texas to renovate her cluttered rental property.
And they only have a $17,000 budget and 10 days to do it.
The Duplex Challenge
After a long DIY renovation, Britt and Annie are invited to come in and style both sides of a duplex.
With just three weeks before renters move in, Britt and Annie decide to have a friendly competition as they divide and conquer the spaces.
Our Perfect Wedding 12
Channel: Mzansi Wethu (DStv 163)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Reality
Our Perfect Wedding gets up close and personal with unique couples across South Africa.
Their dream is to pull off a perfect wedding but the odds aren't always in their favour.
Who knew the amount of dangers lurking behind every corner, waiting to trip up the unsuspecting bride and her hapless groom.
Will they make it happen their way? Or will it all fall apart in a hurry?
In the Season 12 premiere, "Busisiwe and Shemane": You know what they say about one's first love: it never dies.
This rings true for Busisiwe (34) and Shemane (34) Tabane who started dating back in high school.
The couple hold the year 2004 very close to their hearts, for its was the year they met in middle school.
They only started dating in high school, and only committed to date exclusively in 2013.
TVSA Show Page: Our Perfect Wedding 12
Serengeti 3
Channel: S3
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Documentary Series, Wildlife
Capturing the high drama of the Serengeti's distinctive wildlife up close.
In the Season 3 premiere, "Refuge": At a beautiful lake, populated by dancing flamingos and surrounded by lush green plains and majestic rocky outcrops, the families try to take advantage of the seasonal riches while they last.
Bakari, the baboon, has moved his troop to a stone fortress that rises above the plains. This rock kopje provides sanctuary until a rival baboon picks a fight with Bakari.
For Bakari, the stakes are high. If he loses, he will be deposed as leader and his troop will be in turmoil.
Kali, the lioness, has given birth to some adorable new cubs. She has found refuge in a new pride, but hidden dangers lie in wait when her curious cubs explore the rocky terrain.
When they come across an eagle owl chick, its parents launch an attack. Kali saves her cubs but is knocked from the kopje by one of the owls.
Somehow, they must be reunited.
Zalika, the hyena, finds new hunting opportunities at the spectacular flamingo lake. As she races through the water, chasing the crimson flocks, she finds catching them is not as easy as it looks.
Duma, the adventurous cheetah cub, is still with his family but eager for independence. In his efforts to prove himself, he too tries his luck with the flamingos, but it doesn't go well.
Utani, the mongoose, is the first new character to make an appearance. His role is to act as babysitter for one of the new pups and teach her everything he knows.
He gets off to a bad start when he oversleeps on his first day on the job.
Things go from bad to worse when he meets Duma and the cheetah family. He and the pup find themselves surrounded.
Will the mongoose team come to their rescue?
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