Here Are The Five Thrilling Shows To Enjoy This Weekend
From musical jams that will have you dancing in your lounge to tearjerkers that will keep you glued to your couch, our May line-up is filled with quality content for you to enjoy.
Support local talent and catch these thrilling shows on DStv this weekend.
Nollywood Queens
After a successful launch, HONEY TV brings you the Nollywood Queens, a fresh addition to the reality content slate this Africa Month. Nollywood Queens’ producer Lusanda Chauke from Black Roots Media says “Nollywood Queens is an exciting project to work on as it’s an opportunity to showcase the real stories of strong, beautiful & uninhibited screen divas. It’s been an amazing journey seeing them in their natural element as everyday people who go through a range of emotions and manoeuvre through all what life has to offer them.”
This show premiered on May, 21st and will air Fridays at 8pm on Honey, DStv Channel 173.
Nkasi My Flesh And Blood
Is it possible for a parent to stop their children from marrying the person they love? If you have ever had to deal with this nightmare then you understand the pressure, betrayal and heartbreak that comes with it. Nkasi My Flesh And Blood tells a story of a retired police officer who swears that his daughter will never marry the man that impregnated her.
Find out what happens in this drama on Africa Magic Epic, DStv Channel 152 on Friday, 28th May at 12:40pm.
Nigerian Idol
Now in its sixth season, Nigerian Idol is one of Africa’s most popular music reality TV shows for so many reasons. It has been a platform for changing so many lives by showcasing local talent with the help of feisty judges like established singer Seyi Shay. It also draws in a lot of support by allowing the public to vote for their favourites. The African rendition of the top international show is truly a rollercoaster ride of emotions.
Hit all the high notes on Sundays at 7pm on Africa Magic Family, DStv Channel 154.
Fresh Off the Block
Ghanaian musical entertainment at its finest, this daily show highlights the very best West Africa has to offer when it comes to musicians and their vibrant music videos. Local hit-makers like Wizkid, Sarkodie and Olamide were all featured on the show before making it big, while Gyakie, Tems and Jizzle are looking to achieve the same success.
Keep up with the catchy beats from new acts weekdays at 11am on ROK GH, DStv Channel 164.
Afro Vibes
The continent’s leading music channel brings you the finest Afro-pop tunes for your listening pleasure. The perfect show to pop on in the background when you have friends over, enjoy the contemporary sounds of soulful jazz, rhymic blues, afrobeats, rumba, and salsa. And for those who prefer old-school, the show also pays tribute to Hugh Masekela, Oliver Mtukudzi, and other iconic Afro musos whose music lives on.
Find your groove every Saturday at 7pm on TRACE Africa, DStv Channel 325.
Double Dhamaal
Four con-artist friends decide to take on a new project in the form of their old enemy Kabir. They hatch a plan to con him and his girlfriend out of millions, but little do they know that the couple has their own diabolic scheme up their sleeves. Did someone say drama?
Translated to mean “double fun”, this Indian comedy will have you laughing out loud on Thursday, 27th May at 1pm on Zee World, DStv Channel 166.
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