DStv Family Highlights for April 2026

Sbari Makoti

An engaging reality series that steps into households where tensions run high, often sparked by a boyfriend or son-in-law who overstays his welcome or assumes control within his partner’s family home. As boundaries blur and frustrations grow, families are left navigating discomfort and conflict. The show’s intervention team works to mediate these situations, addressing issues of respect, authority, and communication, with the aim of restoring balance and harmony in the home.

Watch Sbari Makoti Season 3 from Saturday, 4 April at 7:30PM on Moja Love Channel 157.

F.Y.P (For Your Page)

F.Y.P. takes tracks from algorithm-driven feeds and transforms online music buzz into a high-energy studio experience, hosted by Lerai Rakoditsoe and Teboho “Fresh by Caddy” Tsotetsi. Rakoditsoe was the first African to host a show on Nickelodeon Africa, while Tsotsetsi is a YFM DJ who played Sanele in M-Net’s telenovela Legacy and has featured in GQ’s Best Dressed of the year list. BASE Pulse is a new DStv channel run by channel manager Kgomotso Lakaje, the former head of programming for MTV Base.

Watch F.Y.P Season 1 from Saturday, 18 April at 7AM on BASE Pulse Channel 322.

Antiques Roadshow

Antiques Roadshow is a British institution that sees members of the public bring cherished objects for experts to evaluate. Fiona Bruce and her team travel across Britain, meeting local people and examining their most curious and treasured possessions, from delicate porcelain to vintage toys and film memorabilia. From charity shop finds to family heirlooms, each object comes with a story, as owners discover what their items are worth.

Watch Antiques Roadshow Season 48 from Thursday, 2 April at 9PM on BBC Lifestyle Channel 174.

Finest Homes

Finest Homes viewers in the world of South African interior design and architecture. In this season, audiences are treated to a visual feast of modern masterpieces and character-filled homes that showcase noteworthy designs across the country. The show delves into the creative minds behind these innovative creations, inviting viewers to explore the spaces and lifestyles of the people who inhabit them. From stunning architecture to exquisite interiors and breathtaking landscape design, each episode offers a glimpse into the latest trends and expert insights from local design connoisseurs. Finest Homes inspires viewers to transform their own living spaces by providing practical tips and creative ideas that reflect the beauty and diversity of South African design.

Watch Finest Homes Season 8 Mondays from 20 April at 4PM on The Home Channel Channel 176.

Stranded on Honeymoon Island

Twelve singles looking for lifelong love take a giant leap into the unknown, by embarking on honeymoons like no other, with someone they’ve met at a speed date for just five minutes. Stranded on six remote, tropical beaches, these six newly formed couples must communicate and collaborate to get by, with nowhere to run when the going gets tough. Hosted by Davina McCall, this bold and original dating format seeks to discover if, away from the distractions of modern-day life, love can thrive in isolation.

Watch Stranded on Honeymoon Island from Sunday, 5 April at 9:30PM on BBC Lifestyle Channel 174.

Seeking Sister Wife

The reality series follows unique polygamous families as they explore expanding their relationships by adding a sister wife. The series captures both the search for a new partner and the adjustment when one joins, highlighting complex emotions and shifting dynamics. Featuring two returning families and three new couples, the new season delves into the highs and lows of plural marriage, as each household navigates love, trust, and the evolving possibilities of building a larger, unconventional family together.

Watch Seeking Sister Wife S6 from Tuesday, 21 April at 8PM on TLC SA Channel 135.

The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story

A mother’s breakdown. A cult’s grip. Events that shocked the world. This gripping docuseries revisits the case of Andrea Yates, exploring how a rogue street preacher’s fire-and-brimstone teachings allegedly drew the vulnerable Texas mother under his influence, culminating in the tragic drowning of her five children in 2001. Titled The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story, the all-new three-part series sheds light on the disturbing case and the complex circumstances surrounding it, unpacking the psychological, religious, and societal factors at play.

Watch The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story from Sunday, 5 April at 9PM on Discovery ID Channel 171.

Local Football: Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates take on Kaizer Chiefs this April in a highly anticipated Premier Soccer League showdown. While Orlando Pirates have cemented their status as title favourites, Kaizer Chiefs are facing a deep identity crisis. With the return leg set for late April, all eyes are on this traditional fixture that pits the Soweto heavyweights against one another. It is pivotal for Orlando Pirates’ chase against Mamelodi Sundowns, and crucial for Kaizer Chiefs as they push for a top-four finish and continental spots, a must-watch for Compact viewers. Watch the Soweto Derby on Saturday, 25 April at 3PM on SuperSport PSL (Channel 202).

Emirates FA Cup Quarter-Final

The FA Cup quarter-final draw has delivered a series of blockbuster fixtures, headlined by a heavyweight all-Premier League clash between Manchester City and Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium. Elsewhere, League One strugglers Port Vale have been rewarded for their fairytale run with a dream tie against Chelsea, while Premier League leaders Arsenal face a tricky away test against Championship side Southampton. These mouth-watering April encounters will determine the four teams advancing to Wembley for the semi-finals. Watch Manchester City take on Liverpool on Saturday, 4 April at 2:35PM on SuperSport Premier League (Channel 203).

Peter Rabbit

The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter tells the story of a mischievous young rabbit who disobeys his mother and sneaks into Mr McGregor’s garden to feast on vegetables. When he’s spotted, Peter is chased, losing his clothes along the way before narrowly escaping. Exhausted, he returns home and is put to bed with tea, while his well-behaved siblings enjoy a hearty supper. This beloved classic lives on through Peter Rabbit, where Peter and his friends embark on new adventures in the Lake District. As they explore the world around them, Peter learns valuable lessons about responsibility and courage, striving to become a good rabbit, just like his late father.

Watch Peter Rabbit from Monday 6 April at 4:10PM on CBeebies Channel 306.

Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight

Po is back in an all new epic adventure series Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight. When a mysterious pair of weasels set their sights on a collection of four powerful weapons, Po must leave the comfort of Panda Village on a globe-trotting quest for redemption and justice that finds him partnered up with a no-nonsense English knight named Wandering Blade. Together, these two mismatched warriors will set out to stop the magical weapons from ever being used.

Watch Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight Mondays to Sundays from 6 April at 11AM on Dreamworks Channel 304.