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The South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) Video Entertainment division is proud to announce that S3 will serve as the primary broadcast channel for the FIFA World Cup 2026, delivering extensive coverage of the world’s biggest sporting event to South African audiences.

Synopsis: – Follow the adventures of Lt. Mitch Buchannon and his beautiful team of exceptionally talented lifeguards as they keep the beaches safe for tourists and locals alike. Episode Highlights Episode 1 – Monday, 25 May 2026 A fishing trip goes horribly wrong when the boat capsizes and Mitch and his old friend Al have to rescue its passengers. Meanwhile, Craig rescues a woman that develops a dangerous obsession. And Mitch makes a new rival at the local beach club.

Johannesburg – Wednesday, 13 May 2026 – This week on Top Billing, inspiration comes in many forms, from beautiful homes and meaningful journeys to family moments that remind us of what really matters. We step inside the beautiful home of Boity Thulo, where her eye for interiors has created a space so special it has her mom beaming with pride. Stylish, personal, and thoughtfully designed, it’s a home that reflects the many sides of one of South Africa’s most multitalented stars.

Florence Petrides (LUCY BLACK), Spiros Halikiopoulous (ALEXIS GEORGOULIS) & Theo Stephanides (YORGOS KARAMIHOS) Synopsis: Louisa Durrell raises her four children single-handedly after her husband’s death. Following a financial crisis, the family moves to the Greek island of Corfu and tries to adapt to life there. Episode Highlights Episode 1 – Monday, 27 April 2026 Louisa Durrell’s life is in meltdown. Her four unruly children are going off the rails.

Johannesburg – Tuesday, 21 April 2026 | Following the wave of excitement surrounding its return, Top Billing has officially lifted the veil on the familiar favourites and exciting new presenters who will lead its 2026 comeback season. The line-up is a masterclass in South African excellence, blending the nostalgic charm of the show’s most beloved icons with the fresh, dynamic energy of the country’s newest cultural leaders.

Johannesburg – Friday, 17 April 2026 | The wait is over. Top Billing, South Africa’s longest running and most iconic entertainment and lifestyle programme, is set to make its long-awaited return this month, premiering its comeback season on Thursday, 30 April 2026 at 19:00 on S3, with a repeat every Sunday at 13:00 on S3 and a rebroadcast every Tuesday at 21:30 on SABC 1. For nearly three decades, Top Billing defined what it meant to live “the best of the good life”.

Synopsis: – In this epic adventure, a team of explorers attempt to strike gold in Canada’s frozen north. Taking the same trail as original Gold Rush prospectors, they embark on a journey of genuine danger and thrilling beauty. The team must cross a treacherous mountain pass, navigate vast, icy lakes, and brave the rapids of the mighty Yukon River in a basic wooden boat. Isolated and exposed to the elements, they face an authentically dangerous ordeal.

Johannesburg, 10 March 2026 | Last week, the highly anticipated 12th season of Tropika Island of Treasure was announced alongside the star-studded cast of Nadia Nakai, Caster Semenya, Francois Hougaard, Leandie du Randt, Sandile Mahlangu, Amanda Du-Pont, Lalela Mswane, and Wiseman Mncube. Now, Clover is excited to reveal an innovative companion series that takes the Tropika Island franchise to new heights: Tropika Island Search.

Synopsis: Gordon Ramsay hunts for new food and drink entrepreneurs. Contestants must prove they possess the raw ingredients required to succeed — drive, dedication, creativity, passion and talent; the last entrepreneur standing earns a life-changing reward. Episode Highlights Episode 1 – 4 March 2026 (Seaside Shack) Each team will be responsible for a food shack that they need to get ready to serve out of by lunch tomorrow.

Synopsis: – The critically acclaimed drama returns for another high-octane story starring Philip Glenister as a man on the run and Rosie Cavaliero as the hard-working detective tasked with finding him. Prison officer Dave Murdoch finds life has suddenly become much more complicated when a routine visit to a Manchester hospital with female prisoner Jules Hope spirals out of control.