October is loud & proud on DStv Access

Expect the unexpected this October, because with DStv Access, you have a friend who can introduce you to some of South Africa’s most private communities. Sit back as they tell you their truth. Ebukhosini brings you inside our traditional courts. If you’re looking for TV with international flair, romantic hospital telenovela Nurses returns at last. The whole family can enjoy a giggle together with America’s Funniest Home Videos: Animal Edition Season 2.

When streaming service Universal+ launches on DStv this October, it’ll be yours at no extra cost. It includes Box Sets of all the best shows from Telemundo (DStv Channel 118). You’ll also be able to stream current Telemundo content.

There’s so much more to see on DStv Access, scroll down and mark your diaries for more new shows, and for a sneak peek at what’s happening in the other packages…

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October’s backstage Access pass

Ebukhosini

You’ve seen Law & Order, and all our soaps eventually give us a story that winds up in court in front of a judge in a barrister wig. For the first time ever, Ebhukhosini is taking South Africa inside our traditional tribal courts. Ndabezitha Chief Nsizwa Mahlangu presides over his court, settling disputes within the community using the guidelines negotiated within customary and formal law. He will hear the complainant, then the opposition from the respondent. Then, considering the best interests of the community, he will deliver his verdict, which is binding.

Watch Ebukhosini Season 1 from Saturday 15 October at 20:30 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)

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Becoming

The reality show explores what it’s like to be transgender in South Africa, through the lenses of the four cast members: Gina Sokoyi, Ramazan Ngobese, Yaya Mavundla and Gugu Khumalo. Besides sharing the obstacles they face in society, they also find ways to overcome their challenges.

Watch Becoming Season 1 from Thursday, 6 October at 19:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)

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America's Funniest Home Videos: Animal Edition Season 2

Alfonso Ribeiro (the hilarious Carlton Banks in the OG Fresh Prince series) is back with interesting pets, astonishing wildlife and down on the farm funnies. This is the stuff those serious nature doccies don’t show you…and you won’t get sucked down the internet plughole watching this. Each episode is around 44 minutes long and then you’re free. See a stampede of baby goats, a rat playing the harmonica, a seal going surfing, and a cheetah stealing a camera – because everyone wants to be a star!

Watch America's Funniest Home Videos: Animal Edition Season 2 from Wednesday, 5 October at 18:00 on National Geographic Wild (DStv Channel 182)

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Ngishade Wrong

The guests on the brand-new reality show set out to end their unhappy marriages. With the help of host and attorney, Thato Mahapa, the guest tells their spouse that they seek to end their marriage so that they can explore a new relationship with the person they truly love. Prepare for tears, shocking moments and heart-breaking splits.

Watch Ngishade Wrong Season 1 from Saturday, 15 October at 20:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)

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Nurses Season 2

Santa Rosa Hospital challenged viewers’ health at the end of season one. Gloria tried to commit suicide after her mother died, Hospital Scientific Director Dr Garnica fell ill, and Maria Clara and Carlos announced their engagement. As we return, María Clara and Carlos will move in together while they make preparations for their wedding. But Maria is set to clash with Dr Garnica’s ex-wife Victoria – Santa Rosa’s new Financial Manager – who wants to prioritise hospital profit over patient care. And Carlos will be torn when Helena starts involving him more and more in her complicated pregnancy.

Watch Nurses Season 2 daily from Monday, 17 October at 21:00 on Telemundo (DStv Channel 118)

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90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After Season 7

In the latest season, Kim is headed to Nigeria to propose to Usman in front of his family but they want him to take two wives. Jenny and Sumit are married but his family refuse to accept the marriage; Big Ed and Liz are planning an engagement party and a wedding in the teeth of fierce opposition; the Russia-Ukraine war creates an urgent dilemma for new parents Jovi and Yara; and Elizabeth and Andrei face an unexpected Green Card interview. Meanwhile Michael blocks Angela on social media, and Shaeeda’s plotting a honeymoon baby with Bilal.

Watch 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After Season 7 from Thursday, 6 October at 21:00 on TLC (DStv Channel 135)

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Also on Access this October

• Log Cabin Living Season 1 from Tuesday, 11 October at 15:00 on RealTime (DStv Channel 155)
• Halloween Baking Championships Seasons 1, 2 & 5 from Monday, 24 October at 11:15 on RealTime (DStv Channel 155)
• See What You Made Me Do Season 1 from Saturday, 1 October at 20:40 on CBS Reality (DStv Channel 132)
• Fraud Squad Seasons 1-4 from Monday, 3 October at 21:35 on CBS Reality (DStv Channel 132)
• Motorway Patrol Seasons 13-14 from Monday, 17 October at 11:10 on CBS Reality (DStv Channel 132)
• This Money With Change My Life Season 1 from Saturday, 29 October at 21:00 on Honey (DStv Channel 173)
• My Horror Love Story Season 3 from Saturday, 29 October at 17:00 on Honey (DStv Channel 173)
• Yes, I Have HIV Season 1 from Sunday, 30 October at 22:00 on Honey (DStv Channel 173)
• Mama Vs Makoti Season 3 from Monday, 31 October at 16:00 on Honey (DStv Channel 173)
• Bring Back My Smile Season 1 from Saturday, 1 October at 20:00 on Moja 9.9 (DStv Channel 158)
• Ishushu Season 2 from Sunday, 2 October at 18:00 on Moja 9.9 (DStv Channel 158)
• Umndeni Season 4 from Saturday, 8 October at 20:30 on Moja 9.9 (DStv Channel 158)
• Rea Tsotella Season 15 from Wednesday, 26 October at 21:30 on Moja 9.9 (DStv Channel 158)
• The Ranakas Season 5 from Monday, 10 October at 19:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Unmarried Season 2 from Monday, 10 October at 21:30 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• I Blew It: Second Chances Season 1 from Tuesday, 11 October at 19:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Ngishade O Wrong Season 1 from Saturday, 15 October at 20:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Umkhokha Season 1 from Saturday, 15 October at 21:30 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Mnakwethu Season 2 from Wednesday, 19 October at 19:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Mntase Season 2 from Saturday, 22 October at 21:00 on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
• Croctober from Sunday, 1 October at 18:00 on National Geographic Wild (DStv Channel 182)
• Halloween Special on Monday, 31 October at 18:00 on National Geographic Wild (DStv Channel 182)
• The Healthful Life Season 1 from Monday, 17 October at 18:00 on The Home Channel (DStv Channel 176)
• 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After Season 7 from Thursday, 6 October at 21:00 on TLC (DStv Channel 135)
• Serving The Hamptons Season 1 from Wednesday, 12 October at 21:00 on TLC (DStv Channel 135)
• My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 9 from Monday, 17 October at 21:00 on TLC (DStv Channel 135)

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Fresh, fun October on DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact and Family…

Premium

• Dynasties Season 2 from Sunday, 2 October at 16:15 on BBC Earth (DStv Channel 184)
• So Help Me Todd Season 1 from Friday, 7 October at 21:00 on M-Net (DStv Channel 101)
• Ghosts Season 2 from Friday, 7 October at 23:00 on M-Net (DStv Channel 101)
• Julia Season 1 from Tuesday, 11 October at 22:00 on M-Net (DStv Channel 101)
• The Flight Attendant Season 2 from Monday, 31 October at 22:00 on M-Net (DStv Channel 101)

Compact Plus

• Kings Of Pain Season 2 from Thursday, 6 October at 19:25 on History (DStv Channel 186)
• The UnXplained With William Shatner Season 3 from Friday, 7 October at 19:25 on History (DStv Channel 186)
• Diepe Waters Season 1 Mondays-Thursdays from Monday, 3 October at 18:30 on kykNET (DStv Channel 144)
• Die Real Housewives Van Pretoria Season 1 from Thursday, 13 October at 20:00 on kykNET (DStv Channel 144)
• Nataniël. Erik. Wolf Season 1 from Sunday, 16 October at 20:00 on kykNET (DStv Channel 144)

Compact

• Come Dine With Me South Africa Season 8 from Wednesday, 12 October at 20:00 on BBC Lifestyle (DStv Channel 174)
• Queers Of Jozi Season 1 from Monday, 24 October at 21:30 on MTV (DStv Channel 130)
• Grootboom & Sons Season 2 from Monday, 3 October at 20:00 on Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161)
• Sexy Sundays Season 1 from Sunday, 16 October at 21:00 on Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161)
• Ghosts Season 1 from Friday, 7 October at 20:35 on BBC Brit (DStv Channel 120)

Family

• Giants Of The City Season 2 from Saturday, 1 October at 20:00 on Moja Love (DStv Channel 157)
• Giving Up My Life Season 1 Mondays-Fridays from Monday, 3 October at 17:20 on tlnovelas (DStv Channel 133)
• Overcoming Heartbreak Season 1 Mondays-Fridays from Monday, 31 October at 16:30 on tlnovelas (DStv Channel 133)
• Burden Of Guilt Season 1 Mondays-Fridays from Monday, 31 October at 19:00 on tlnovelas (DStv Channel 133)
• Departure Season 3 from Monday, 3 October at 20:00 on Universal TV (DStv Channel 117)
• JAN R.S.V.P Season 1 from Sunday, 16 October at 20:30 on VIA (DStv Channel 147)

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