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eTV, media groups challenge South Africa's 2025 analogue switch-off date
eTV, joined by Media Monitoring Africa and SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition, has filed a High Court affidavit challenging South Africa's March 2025 analogue switch-off deadline, citing concerns over public access to television and broadcasting impacts.
e. tv’s ‘Scandal!’ mourns crew member Gary Megit after accident on-set
Gary Megit, worked as a vision controller, and was injured while crew members helped to move a section of the ‘Scandal!’ set.
Nelisiwe Sibisi joins the cast of ‘Scandal!’
Nelisiwe Sibisi takes on a powerful new role as Sanda in e. tv’s ‘Scandal!’, promising an engaging storyline filled with unresolved conflicts and new possibilities.
Becoming Mrs LP! Former ‘Scandal!’ actress Lerato Nxumalo is engaged
The actress, who also creates content for YouTube has kept the identity of Mr P private but she has not been shy to share that she is in love.
SAFTAs18 Red Carpet: Dazzling fashion moments from Mzansi's biggest stars
South African screen royalty treated the red carpet with the respect it deserves and put in the time and effort needed to look amazing for a big event.
Sindi Majola opens up about her relationship with Brenda Fassie
The host, Promise Makunyane asked Majola about her relationship with the late singer, Brenda Fassie and Majola revealed that she had a lot in common with Fassie, and not only did Fassie inspire her, but she motivated her to live her truth
‘Sibongile and The Dlaminis' dominates DStv screens with 1. 5 million viewers
From March, ‘Sibongile and The Dlaminis’ has maintained the most watched programme on DStv, with viewership ranging from 1. 3 to 1. 4 million viewers.
‘Rhythm City’ star Bra Kop opens up about family rejection due to his Zimbabwean wife
Bra Kop opens up about his family's rejection and the challenges of his cross-cultural marriage.
Kwenzo Ngcobo, Londeka Sishi among new faces on e. tv’s ‘Scandal’ as show returns to weekday episodes
South Africa’s popular and loved local soapie, ‘Scandal’ introduced an extended seven-day airing which was a treat for its dedicated viewers for the winter season.
4 noteworthy celebrity comebacks
In this article, we shine a spotlight on those who were not only able to overcome challenges but also learned to grow with them along the way.
Zee Nxumalo and Msaki share their exclusive insights into 'Friends of Amstel: The Challenge'
Award-winning presenter Lawrence Maleka once again dons his presenter hat as the host of ‘Friends of Amstel: The Challenge’, while Metro FM radio presenter Lerato Kganyago is the show’s resident DJ.
Fans react to Mathews Rantsoma’s character being killed off on ‘Scandal!’
Mathews Rantsoma played Nhlamulo Maseko.
Fans rejoice as ‘Scandal!’ set to air seven episodes a week
e. tv’s long-running daily telenovela, ‘Scandal!’, is set to air seven days a week from July 13.
Former Scandal actor Nomvelo Makhanya speaks on healing after leaving the show
Former etv Scandal actor 28 year old Nomvelo Makhanya who played the character Lindiwe Ngema, shared in a podcast interview that she has healed from leaving the popular soap opera and her character being written off when she least expected it.
Curtain closes on Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert’s marriage
7 years later after tying the knot, Teyana Taylor (33) and Iman Shumpert (33) call it quits. In an instagram post in September 2023, Taylor announced the split and stated that it was certainly not due to infidelity issues but other problems in their marriage.
Thabisile Zikhali returning to 'Isitha: The Enemy' and 'Uzalo' but with major character twists
The 30-year-old’s dedication, hard work, and outgoing personality have propelled her to great heights in the entertainment industry.
Getting to know musician Olefied Khetha and all about his new heartfelt single 'iStepfather'
Khetha didn't expect that the public would respond well to the song after teasing it on social media, which is something that pushed him to release the song.
Local TV shows pay tribute to actor Mpho Sebeng after car crash death
South Africa’s TV and film industry is in mourning following the death of one of their own.
Hlomla Dandala makes his debut as Caesar on ‘Smoke & Mirrors’
The seasoned actor takes over the character of Caesar Ngonyama following Zolisa Xaluva’s exit.