DStv April highlights

This series captures the unusual lives of three families – all of which are in various phases of seeking, dating or transitioning a new sister wife into their lives.

ITV Choice:

Britain’s Brightest Family: A brand-new quiz show in which 16 brilliantly bright families take part in a knock – out tournament as they attempt to win the holiday of a lifetime and the title of Britain’s Brightest Family. But there’s a twist! It’s not just what you know that’s important, but also what you think your family know, as players must nominate a team mate to answer the questions. How well do the families know each other? Starts Monday, 2 April at 17:15 CAT

TLC Entertainment

Seeking Sister Wife: This series captures the unusual lives of three families – all of which are in various phases of seeking, dating or transitioning a new sister wife into their lives. With hopes of finding someone who fits into their families, they reveal the complicated process as they deal with judgmental family members and nosey neighbours. Catch it Monday, 2 April at 21:00 CAT.

FOXlife

Hustle & Soul:  Follows Chef Lawrence Page, owner and head chef of The Pink Tea Cup restaurant and the shenanigans his staff gets up to- including cat fights, power moves and love triangles! Season 1 premiers Tuesday, 3 April at 19:10 CAT.

Discovery

What on Earth?: The proliferation of satellites orbiting our planet has put more eyes on Earth’s vast, unexplored areas of land and sea than ever before. Today, more than 4,000 satellites circle the planet, uncovering baffling anomalies that defy explanation. Using state of the art technology, this enlightening series exposes the mysterious phenomenon these satellites discover every day from space. Starts Thursday, 5 April at 20:00 CAT.

E! Entertainment

OMG Afternoons On E! Join E! this April and enjoy the afternoons filled with some of your favourite series, including How Do I Look, the ultimate makeover show that sees fashion victims get a major wardrobe overhaul, along with new hair and makeup, with the help of two of their friends and a celebrity stylist. In Keeping Up with The Kardashians, take a peek past the glamour and into the private lives of Kim Kardashian and her sassy siblings. Plus, don’t miss Botched, in which world-renowned surgeons Terry Dubrow and Paul Nassif continue their mission of correcting plastic surgery nightmares. On Weekdays, Starting 3 April at 15:25 CAT.

WEEK 2: 08 -14 APRIL

Nat Geo WILD

Deadliest Week Ever: It is all about survival of the fittest in the wild.  Nat Geo WILD is taking a close look at the most riveting moments of animal predation, breaking down the struggle for survival and supremacy.  Deadliest Week Ever dedicates a whole week of the predator vs prey to get an intimate look at how these animals battle it out. From Monday 9th to Sunday 15th from 18:00 CAT.

E! Entertainment

Model Squad: New York Fashion Week Special: In an age of social media, supermodels don’t just walk the catwalk – they’re everywhere. Staples of the New York nightlife and fashion scene, these girls live life large, taking a giant bite out of everything that the Big Apple has to offer. Sassy, sexy and super famous, follow the adventures of a group of supermodel friends as they explore their lives, loves and careers – on E!. Wednesday 11 April at 20:00 CAT.

 Week 3: 15-21 April

BBC Brit

Mel & Sue’s Generation Game: The classic game show that pit different generations of the same family against each other in various hilarious and daft tasks to win prizes. Hosted by the loveable comedy duo Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins. Starts Sunday, 15 April at 18:40 CAT.

 Itv Choice

Change Your Tune: A brand-new singing game show where a host of unlikely singers are hoping to ‘Change their Tune’ to win an amazing cash prize. Each episode of Change Your Tune – hosted by Baz Ashmawy – challenges five truly terrible singers to unearth their inner falsetto or master the perfect vibrato as they perform in front of a live studio audience. Sunday, 15 April at 19:00 CAT

Discovery Family

 Ali-A’s Superchargers: Hosted by Vlogging sensation Ali-A and his motor-mad team of mechanic Rebecca and cool car nerd, Sideways Sid, this series is a car-transformation show that puts kids in the driving seat. The team gives a helping hand to the kids as they give their tired family banger a jaw-dropping new look – all without their parents’ input! From installing funky gadgets to the interior to giving the bodywork a bold makeover, these kids are ready to rev up. Coming up, car-crazy 14-year-old Djim from London wants to put his own spin on the family car, which they drive to Algeria for their holidays every year. After countless long journeys, it’s falling to pieces, so Djim calls in Ali-A and the team to help revive it and give it his own personal touch! But will mum and dad approve? Starts Monday, 16 April at 19:20 CAT

Lifetime

My Crazy Ex: Features twisted tales of love, loss and revenge from the point of view of the poor person on the receiving end. Each episode focuses on a new story, from the first meeting through the relationship, however brief, and ultimately to the bitter end. Some stories are ‘Fatal Attraction’ scary, while others are simply bizarre. New Season: Monday, 16 April at 20:50 CAT

Fox Life

Second Chance: This new telenovela focuses on an innocent woman, Deniz, who has everything in life that she could wish for – until her husband disappears without a trace. Starts Tuesday 27 Apr at 18:25 (CAT)

WEEK 4: 22-28 APRIL

History

Hunting Hitler: According to documents declassified by the FBI in 2014, Adolf Hitler may have survived World War II and fled to South America. In this series, a team of investigators led by CIA veteran Bob Baer and war crimes investigator John Cencich undertake a definitive search to establish whether the infamous dictator managed to pull off one of history’s greatest disappearing acts. Airs Friday, 20 April at 21:10.

BS Reality

Paranormal Survivor: Do you believe in ghosts, poltergeists and demons? “Paranormal Survivor” will take you through terrifying real-life encounters with the supernatural. Hear from those who’ve faced these feared spirits— and watch dramatic recreations that lure people back to the scenes of these harrowing confrontations. Premiere 23 April at 20:20 CAT.

 E! Entertainment

Citizen Rose: McGowan’s world: the art, the #ROSEARMY, her special brand of activism and the music she makes to heal. By going up against the Hollywood machine, McGowan has shown true courage in the face of adversity and this documentary will take you behind-the-scenes of her tumultuous and fascinating life. Catch it first on Wednesday, 25 April at 20:00 CAT.

Crime and Investigation

Jonestown: The Women Behind The Massacre: Focuses on four women in Jim Jones’ inner circle who helped plan the 1978 Jonestown Massacre. Thursday, 26 Apil at 20:00 CAT.

 Fox Life

Second Chance: The story focuses on an innocent woman, Deniz, who has everything in life that she could wish for – until her husband disappears without a trace. Starts Friday, 27 April at 18:25 CAT.

Trace Africa

Focus: Souti Sol: Catch the Kenyan Kings of Afro Pop have won multiple awards and have graced stages across the world. Join us as we explore their artistic journey – from Isabella to Afrikan Star and Melanin – we have all their hits ready for you to enjoy! Saturday, 28 April at 14:00 CAT.

 M-Net

 Here and Now: Oscar and Golden Globe-winning writer of ‘Six Feet Under’ penned this introspective family dramedy about a multi-racial family consisting of a couple, their three adopted children and one biological child. Catch the season finale on Monday, 23 April at 21:00 CAT

Nickelodeon

Blurt: Embarrassed- that’s how you’d feel if you blurted out every silly thought that passed through your brain. In this funny movie, Jeremy (Jace Norman AKA Kid Danger) loses the ability to have an “inside voice” when he puts on a pair of mysterious virtual reality glasses.  Airs Saturday, 28 April at 12:55 CAT.

Lifetime

 Growing Up Supermodel: Follows the family dynamics and exciting and unpredictable careers of some of the top young models on the scene today: Cambrie and Faith Schroder, Atiana De La Hoya, Arissa Le Brock (daughter of supermodel/actress Kelly Le Brock and actor Steven Seagal), Cairo Peele (daughter of supermodel Beverly Peele), Jake Moritt (son of actress Krista Allen), and Janis Ostojic. Premieres: Thursday, 26 April at 20:50 CAT

 WEEK 5: 29 -30 APRIL

M-Net

Billions returns for a thirds season. The stakes are in the billions, in this provocative drama starring Golden Globe-winners Paul Giamatti and Damian Lewis as two men caught in a struggle for justice, power and money. Starts Monday, 30 April at 21:00 CAT

Discovery Family

Cliptastic is a fast-paced series which brings together the funniest, most crazy, incredible and jaw-dropping uploads from the internet. Billions of brilliant clips are being uploaded all the time – the secret is where to find them, and this team knows! This hilarious rollercoaster ride of a series has different themes for each episode – from Daft Devils, Idiots Unleashed and Masters of Mayhem, to Pranks & Bantz, Savage Stunts and Did That Just Happen? Packed with original mash-ups, memes and scripting that delivers at pace, this unique clip show can be enjoyed by all the family. From Tuesday, 24 April at 18:30 CAT.

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 Please note that programming, dates and times are subject to change. In addition, please note that different channels are available in different DStv bouquets and in different countries.