UFO Encounters UK
Channel: HISTORY (DStv 186)
TX Time: 19h25
Genre: Reality
Never before broadcast, UFO and Alien stories are told directly by the people who experienced them.
As we are taken through the events as they unfolded, UFO experts and 'debunkers' offer their opinion as to what they may have seen or experienced.
From individuals with corroborating stories, people with photographic evidence of their encounters, and hypnotic regression to unlock lost memories of missing time, this series will explore convincing accounts of one of the world's biggest questions... are we alone?
High Strangeness
60 years on, Tony's close encounter has become an obsession.
Meanwhile, pilot David presents photographic evidence of the UFO he almost crashed into whilst flying near area 51.
Lights in the Sky
Adam, Gwen and Julie recall personal encounters with UFOs, before experts' theories are put in doubt when we learn that each individual has time missing from their encounters.
Miss World South Africa
Channel: S3
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Pageant
The 2024 Miss World South Africa pageant featuring 10 hopefuls will take place live at Sun City, Pilanesburg, North-West Province.
The winner will represent South Africa at the Miss World finals in February 2025.
Metro FM on-air personality Tebogo "ProVerb" Thekisho will host this year's Miss World SA with the reigning Miss World South Africa, with Dr Claude Mashego as the Backstage Commentator.
The Miss World SA 2024 pageant will pay a special tribute and celebrate the current Miss World Botswana, Lesego Chombo, who was crowned the 71st Miss World Africa this year.
Entertaining the audience will be performances by The Mahotella Queens, former Boom Shaka co-founder Theo Nhlengethwa, singer, songwriter and performer Mthandazo Gatya, television and radio personality Sechaba Gqeba, professional voice actor Weza Matomane and Aubrey Ngcungama, co-founder of a platform connecting black African wine enthusiasts.
The judges this year are Rea Malatji, Ntsoaki Ledimo and Dr Norman Cahi from South Africa, joined by Malaak Compton-Rock and Ava Lizette Hall from the United States of America, The Miss World 2023 Krystyna Pyszková, Michael Petr and Taibo Bacar from Mozambique.
The top 10 finalists are Amber Marais (22), Jesmika Singh (25), Lynique Odendaal (22), Nande Mabala (26), Neo Nkhumane (22), Romanda Hombi (25), Thembelihle Mnguni (25), Tshiamo Setlhare (26), Ximiyeto Makhubele (21), and Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg (18).
Eden se Beskermengele
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Wildlife, Nature, Documentary, Afrikaans
This documentary from Namibia explores the extraordinary journey from wildlife crisis to conservation victory.
On a continent struggling with the devastating effects of poaching and the conflict between the needs of humans and wildlife, Namibia stands out as a beacon of hope.
It is an inspiring example of the invaluable contribution community-led conservation can make.
This film closely examines Namibia's groundbreaking conservation efforts and introduces you to dedicated guardians of three protected areas across this vast, unspoiled and rugged country.
Through their eyes, we witness the urgent plight of the world's most trafficked mammal, the pangolin, and the last remaining free-roaming black rhinos, whose numbers continue to dwindle.
Eden se Beskermengele (Guardians of Eden) not only celebrates the remarkable recovery of certain wildlife species but also tells a poignant story of local communities taking their role as stewards of the land seriously.
Viewers experience their tireless efforts to protect endangered species and preserve natural heritage for future generations.
The documentary provides intimate insights into the challenges and victories in the struggle to achieve harmony between humans and nature.
It also celebrates Namibia's unique success as a model of conservation and demonstrates what the world can learn from its conservation practices.
The Curse of Robert the Doll
Channel: Investigation Discovery (DStv 171 / StarSat 223)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Documentary, Paranormal
Psychic medium Cindy Kaza unravels the mystery of the world's most haunted - and deadliest - doll.
Meet Robert, the most haunted doll in the world.
For over a century he has terrorised Key West, Florida, with a powerful and deadly curse.
Now, psychic medium Cindy Kaza steps in to unravel the mystery of his origins and the darkness attached to him.
Hier sit die Manne 6
Channel: VIA (DStv 147)
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Talk Show, Afrikaans
In the talk show Hier sit die Manne, actor Frank Rautenbach (Tiaan in 7de Laan) invites viewers into his man cave along with guests that include Ernst Joubert, Dean Greyling, Michael van Vuuren, Altus Theart and Janina Oberholzer.
They talk about rugby, cars, fishing, hunting, travel and investments – everything that's dear to a man's heart.
And of course Frank must have a wing woman.
While Frank chats to guests in his man cave, TV and radio presenter Carla Mackenzie will be chatting to different role players in the sports world from the sidelines of the rugby field.
Botched Bariatrics
Channel: TLC Entertainment (DStv 135)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Reality
Medical transformation series featuring patients whose lives have been turned upside down after suffering complications from their bariatric surgery.
These patients are in dire need of help, ranging from a woman who can only eat pureed food to a man living with explosive bowels.
Doctors and experts in their fields, bariatric surgeons Dr. Khan, Dr. Hodges and Dr. Rao - along with plastic surgeons Dr. Kundu and Dr. Caplin - take on these botched bariatric patients and see if they can undo the mistakes made during their previous surgeries.
In the series premiere, "Cut the Crap": Latoya wants to spend time with her kids again and that means the 10-lb mass between her legs needs to go.
However, Drs. Khan and Kundu soon realise that's only the tip of the iceberg.
Then, tired of dealing with explosive bowels, Sean turns to Dr. Hodges for help.
Die Groot Niks 2
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Travel, Afrikaans
The Namib desert, that was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2013, is a natural wonder.
The word "namib" is of Nama origin and means "vast place" and in this enormous desert a huge amount of secrets and wonders are kept.
In Die Groot Niks (The Great Nothing), actor and musician Neil Sandilands takes a closer look at this remarkable place.
Neil is know for his roles in local productions such as Konings, Orion, 7de Laan, Feast of the Uninvited and international productions like Sweet Tooth, News of the World and The Flash.
Behind the scenes of the series are Hannes Visser and Waldo van der Waal, known for the motoring show La't Wiel.
Veteran TV presenter and journalist Ruda Landman does the voice overs for the series.
In Die Groot Niks, a closer look is taken at the Namib's amazing natural beauty as well as tales of the constant struggle between man and nature.
In the second season, the team travels from Swakopmund all the way to the Kunene River, which forms the border between Namibia and Angola.
It's much more than just an ordinary travel show or documentary.
Neil not only takes you on a physical journey but also on a spiritual one, offering profound insights that change the way you see life and nature, while Ruda Landman shares fascinating facts.
The Masked Dancer UK
Channel: BBC UKTV (DStv 134)
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Reality Competition, Variety
Hot on the heels of hit show The Masked Singer comes The Masked Dancer.
This feel-good family show will see celebrity contestants perform unique dances, whilst covered from head to toe in extravagant, colourful costumes and masks, leaving the viewers and star panel to guess their identities.
Bringing a wealth of dance expertise to the panel, Oti Mabuse will be taking up a seat alongside Jonathan Ross, Mo Gilligan and Davina McCall as they all watch closely to see who knows their sashays from their pliés.
Hosting this most unusual of dance parties will be Joel Dommett.
The show will feature 12 celebrities stepping onto the dancefloor to take on character alter egos as they trip the light fantastic in a bid to wow the panel and confuse with their moves.
Clue packages will accompany every Masked Dancer to help the panel and at home detectives crack the case of who the famous faces behind the masks are.
In the series premiere: The first six masked dancers take to the stage – Zip vs Knickerbocker Glory, Beetroot vs Llama and Viper vs Scarecrow.
At the end of the show the first celebrity's identity is revealed.
Expect cryptic clues, epic routines and amazing reveals every night as we ask: "Who is Behind the Mask?"
Jan Braai vir Erfenis 15
Channel: kykNET (DStv 144)
TX Time: 19h30
Genre: Travel, Food, Afrikaans
Join the tour, laugh and learn about South Africa, its people and our centuries-old, shared heritage – braai.
Jan Braai returns for a new season, kicking off with 20 fires and 20 braais in celebration of 20 years of National Braai Day.
He shares some of his best recipes and braai techniques with viewers and talks about his brand-new book, Atmosvuur.
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