Local shows to watch

News 01 May 2025

From dating reality shows to an upcoming comedy series, catch these local shows on DStv.

There’s always something exciting about a fresh lineup of shows to enjoy daily, with the bonus of being able to binge-watch whenever you want. So, what does that look like?

We’ve got you covered with a range of locally produced, homegrown picks perfect for prime time viewing on Mzansi Magic Channel 161 and kykNET Channel 147.

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Local picks

Uthando Nes'thembu

When Season 5 starts, Musa Mseleku and his four wives; MaCele, MaYeni, MaKhumalo and MaNgwabe, are trying to navigate the addition of his fifth wife. With one of the wives threatening to leave, will the marriage survive?

Niggies

Based on the true story of the 1966 abduction and murder of two young girls, Issie Fourie and Petro Nel, the series follows Issie's brother André as he seeks justice for his sister.

The Catch

Kat Sinivasan hosts the the dating reality show follows single women on a mission to find a suitor. There’s the twist: impostors posing as eligible bachelors are ready to break hearts and steal the prize. These devious players are unknown to the rest of the group and will stop at nothing to sabotage the search for true love and pocket the cash for themselves. Which of the ladies will find true love and money?

Kwa-Tsholo

After hairstylist Tsholo is fired by her boss Zola at the hair salon, she sets out to open her beauty parlour. While she doesn't have the resources, she's focussed on creating a space where the community gathers to share stories. However Zola tries to trample her dreams at every turn. It's a showdown between Tsholo and Zola!

Cobrizi

After gaining popularity from hit telenovela, The River, viewers get to follow fan-favourite character Cobra (played by Presley Chweneyagae). Starting in March, the drama sees Cobra attempting to do right by his youngest child and prove he is not a loser. He unexpectedly finds love and after moving to inner-city Johannesburg.

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