Ghanaian musician eShun blasts some Ghanaian churches, stating that some do not create the right atmosphere for secular artists to attend. She goes on to say that many of them are deemed sinners and judged harshly, suggesting that many artistes are turned away as soon as they enter the church doors.
The Akyia hitmaker during an interview also claimed that there are many artistes with big talents who could be a blessing to the Kingdom and society at large, yet the prejudicial stance of the church towards them makes them feel unwelcome within their four walls. The right attitude of the church in her opinion is to draw such artists in, minister to them in love and this could bring about any necessary changes to their lives. Instead, however, the church condemns them and turns them away from coming to their ministries.
“Let’s even say the artistes perform songs that have what we call, “bad lyrics”, is this not the chance for the church to draw closer and correct him or her? But that is the time that when you get to the church gate, one brother or sister will look at you like you just descended from hell, like oh look, here comes the sinner. You won’t want to go there again”, the Someone Loves Me hitmaker narrated.
eShun did clarify that she had not experienced such encounters with her church, Light of the World Chapel, but has with other churches. Many of her colleagues in the music industry have also experienced this less than welcoming atmosphere from some churches.
eShun stated, “The church is built on love, yes? Is this love only for a set group of people, or is it that people just don’t know what love is?”
This hot topic was discussed on the mid-morning drive show with Sokoo Hemaa on Rainbow Radio when eShun was asked whether artists were treated the same as everybody else in the church.
The songstress has just released the video for her new song, “Clap for Yourself”. You can check it out here. https://youtu.be/gwB-bthE7OA
By Nadia Addo
In an exclusive interview airing Wednesday, singer R. Kelly told “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King that the séxual abuse allegations against him are lies. The charges involve four women, three of whom were underage at the time of the alleged events.
King also sat down with two young women who currently live with the singer, Azriel Clary and Joycelyn Savage, in an interview that will air Friday, March 8 on “CBS This Morning.” Savage’s parents have accused R. Kelly of kidnapping their daughter. She said she’s living with the singer on her own free will.
R. Kelly also faces accusations of maintaining a séx cult. Friends and family members believe Clary and Savage are a part of it.
Gayle King: They are still talking about you with underage girls. Do you still sit here and say you have never been with underage girls. Can you really say that?
R. Kelly: I sit here and say this: I had two cases back then that I said in the beginning of the interview that I would not talk about because of my ongoing case now.
Gayle King: Ok.
R. Kelly: Fair enough, but I will tell you this: people are going back to my past, OK? That’s exactly what they’re doing. They’re going back to the past, and they trying to add all of this stuff now to that. To make all of this stuff that’s going on now feels real to people.
Gayle King: But the past is relevant with you with underage girls?
R. Kelly: Absolutely, no it’s not. Because for one, I beat my case. When you beat something, you beat it.
Gayle King: You were acquitted.
R. Kelly: You can’t double-jeopardy me like that. You can’t. It’s not fair. It’s not fair to nobody. When you beat your case, you beat your case.
Gayle King: But I’m not talking about the one case in which you were acquitted. I’m talking about the other cases where women have come forward and said, “R. Kelly had séx with me when I was under the age of 18. R. Kelly was abusive to me emotionally and physically and verbally. R. Kelly took me in a black room where unspeakable things happened.” This is what they’re saying about you.
R. Kelly: Not true.
Gayle King: These aren’t old rumors.
R. Kelly: Not true. Whether they’re old rumors, new rumors, future rumors, not true.
Gayle King: Correct me if I’m wrong that you’ve never held anybody against their will?
R. Kelly: I don’t need to. Why would I? How stupid would it be for R. Kelly, with all I’ve been through in my way, way past, to hold somebody, let alone 4, 5, 6, 50, you said – how stupid would I be to do that?
Gayle King: I didn’t say you were holding –
R. Kelly: That’s stupid, guys! Is this camera on me?
Gayle King: Yes, it’s on.
R. Kelly: That’s stupid! Use your common sense. Forget the blogs, forget how you feel about me. Hate me if you want to, love me if you want. But just use your common sense. How stupid would it be for me, with my crazy past and what I’ve been through – oh right now I just think I need to be a monster and hold girls against their will, chain them up in my basement, and don’t let them eat, don’t let them out, unless they need some shoes down the street from their uncle!
Gayle King: Robert –
R. Kelly: Stop it. You don’t quit playing. Quit playing. I didn’t do this stuff! This is not me! I’m fighting for my f***ing life!
Source: CBS
Boxing fans in Ghana for the first time in sixteen years will this Ghana Independence Weekend enjoy world class boxing featuring former IBF Welterweight title holder Joshua Clottey in an International Super Welterweight contest with Tanzanian Mfume Mfume and seven bouts organized by Box Office Promotions, exclusive to SuperSport on the 8th of March, 2019.
“Keeping with the tradition of showcasing the best selection of sports in sub-Saharan Africa, MultiChoice Ghana in partnership with Supersport has been at the forefront of boxing promotions in Ghana, collaborating with different Ghanaian promoters including the legendary Azumah Nelson, bringing boxing fans at least four live fight nights every year” Cecil Sunkwa Mills, Managing Director, MultiChoice Ghana explained.
“We are proud to be a part of this 62nd Ghana Independence Weekend boxing event on DStv and GOtv. As a business, we are always looking for the most sought for content to for our African subscribers and also create exposure for African Boxing irrespective of the package our customers choose. All our subscribers will be able to watch the historic Pan African event live from Accra, Ghana on their decoders and their mobile phones via the DStv Now app” Mr. Cecil Sunkwa-Mills, added.
According to Alex Ntiamaoh-Boakye, CEO of Box Office Sports Promotion, “the night would see Ghana’s, Prince Dzanie take on Loren Japhet of Tanzania in a bantamweight contest. Our partnership with SuperSport has made our boxing products very attractive across the continent making it easier to secure bouts from other African countries.”
Speaking to media in Accra, Alex Ntiamaoh, added “other African bouts on the bill includes the WBO Africa Cruiserweight championship between Ghana’s Abraham Tabul and Patrick Ferguson of the United States. There will also be a cruiserweight contest between Nigeria’s Olanrewaju Durodola and Pascal Ndoma from Tanzania and Ghana’s Maxwell Awuku versus Togolese Mouibi Serouna Armstrong in a Super Featherweight contest.” “The headline bout is the rematch between Sheriff “One Time” Quaye versus Michael “One Bullet” Ansah is expected to the settle biggest boxing rivalry in Bukom hence the night dubbed the Bukom Brawl” he added.
DStv and GOtv customers are assured of live coverage of all the bouts on SuperSport 9 and also online via the DStv Now app this Friday 8th March from 20:00 GMT.
The chairperson of the National Commission on Civic Education (NCCE) Ms. Josephine Nkrumah has called on all Ghanaians to join the fight against corruption to ensure meaningful national development. Ms. Nkrumah recalled the role of music in various social campaigns in the past and described music and the arts as veritable tools for attitudinal change.
She was speaking at the launching of an anti-corruption campaign by Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA). The NCCE chairperson also applauded the efforts of the Union in joining the anti-corruption fight as enshrined in the National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACAP).
In her remarks, the chairperson for the occasion and Executive Director of Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), Linda Ofori-Kwafo noted that “the framers of the National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACAP) have rightly indicated the role the Musicians Union of Ghana can play in this fight against corruption. According to NACAP, MUSIGA can use music and drama to create awareness about what corruption entails and its various forms for members of the public to engage them in the fight.”
The Programmes Director of STAR-Ghana explained referred to advocacy campaigns in the past that had used music effectively and expressed the hope that MUSIGA’s contribution will augment efforts being made in the anti-corruption fight.
The MUSIGA President, Bice Osei Kuffour aka Obour expressed his appreciation to STAR-Ghana for the support offered the Union to contribute to this fight against corruption. He called on creative arts practitioners to become evangelists of the anti-corruption fight. On his part, VGMA Artiste of the Year EL, indicated that his involvement in the campaign is due to the fact that corruption affects all and sundry regardless of one’s estate in society.
The Ghana Actors Guild (GAG) President, Sam Fiscian expressed the commitment of GAG to the success of the anti-corruption campaign.
The MUSIGA anti-corruption campaign involves the release of an All Star song and video, a drama video by Ghana Actors Guild (GAG) and a walk in Accra and Kumasi among other activities. A stakeholders’ forum was also held after the launch of the campaign.
The occasion was also used to launch GMW 2019 which is under the theme, “The Role of Music in the Implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACAP).” Activities lined up for GMW 2019 include an anti-corruption walk in Kumasi and Accra, Presidential Grand Ball and Gospel Concert among others.
Some of Africa’s heavyweight clubs will be chasing berths in the quarterfinals of the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, as the competitions’ group phases have Matchday 5 fixtures this weekend. For the best action from African club competition football DStv and GOtv got you covered.
Sunday features eight Matchday 5 clashes in the Confederation Cup and derbies are very much a running theme. An all-Moroccan battle between Raja Casablanca and Hassania Agadir could be key in deciding who joins likely Group A winners RS Berkane (who should seal a quarterfinal berth by beating AS Otoho at home).
In Group B, Etoile du Sahel and CS Sfaxien will have a Tunisian derby in which top spot is up for grabs, while West African sides Salitas (Burkina Faso) and Enugu Rangers (Nigeria) will have a regional clash in Ouagadougou.
Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko will fancy their chances of leapfrogging to the top of the standings with a home win over current leaders Al Hilal. The Porcupine Warrior had an impressive home 3:0 win last Sunday against Nkana FC. With another home game in the offing Kotoko is charged to keep a clean slate at home once again. The Zambian derby between Nkana and Zesco United in Kitwe is the second game to keep a close eye on in this still open group.
Finally, Group D sees Zamalek with the chance to avenge their shock defeat in Kenya on Matchday 1 when they host Gor Mahia in Alexandria, while Angola’s Petro Atletico will be looking to revive their quarterfinal hopes with a win at home to league leaders NA Hussein Dey of Algeria.
The Champions League takes centre stage on Friday and Saturday, with the opening games seeing CS Constantine needing only to avoid defeat at home to Club African to secure progression from Group C, while TP Mazembe can also end the hopes of Ismaily (who have been ejected and re-instated in the premier competition) by avoiding defeat in an early evening game in Alexandria.
Friday’s night games come from Group B, with a Southern African derby between Orlando Pirates and already-eliminated FC Platinum of Zimbabwe in Soweto, while title holders Esperance de Tunis could potentially seal a quarterfinal place with a win at home to Horoya in Rades.
Saturday is a key time in Group A, with co-leaders Wydad Casablanca and Mamelodi Sundowns facing testing matches away to ASEC Mimosas in Abidjan and at home to Nigeria’s Lobi Stars. South Africa’s Sundowns will be itching for revenge against Stars after suffering a 2-1 defeat in Enugu back in January.
Group D sees just three points covering the four teams, with bottom-of-the-log AS Vita hoping to bring themselves right back into the mix by defeating leaders Al Ahly in Kinshasa, while JS Saoura host Tanzania’s Simba SC in Bechar and will be looking to avenge a Matchday 1 3-0 loss in Dar es Salaam.
CAF Champions League fixtures, 8-9 March
All times GMT
Friday 8 March
4pm CS Constantine v Club Africain
4pm Ismaily v TP Mazembe
7pm Esperance de Tunis v Horoya AC
7pm Orlando Pirates v FC Platinum – LIVE on SS4 & SelGo2
Saturday 9 March
4pm ASEC Mimosas v Wydad Casablanca
4pm AS Vita v Al Ahly
7pm Mamelodi Sundowns v Lobi Stars – LIVE on SS9 & SelGo1
7pm JS Saoura v Simba SC – LIVE on SS10 & SelGo2
CAF Confederation Cup fixtures, 10 March
All times GMT
Sunday 10 March
1pm Nkana v Zesco United – LIVE on SS9 & SelGo1
1pm Asante Kotoko v Al Hilal – LIVE on SS4 & SelGo3
1pm Petro Atletico v NA Hussein Dey – LIVE on Max360
4pm Raja Casablanca v Hassania Agadir
4pm CS Sfaxien v Etoile du Sahel
4pm Salitas v Enugu Rangers – LIVE on SS9 & SelGo1
7pm RS Berkane v AS Otoho
7pm Zamalek v Gor Mahia – LIVE on SS9 & SelGo1
Across the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A, the game to watch this weekend is definitely Arsenal v Manchester United on Sunday following the massive win in Paris over PSG in the UEFA Champions League. DStv and GOtv will be your home for the best action from the top flights of England, Italy and Spain.
The meeting of the Gunners and the Red Devils has long been regarded as one of the great rivalries in the English game, and while neither club is at the peak of their powers, their clash at the Emirates Stadium is set to have huge ramifications for their top-four ambitions.
United’s fantastic run of domestic form under caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continued this past weekend when they beat Southampton 3-2 in a thriller at Old Trafford, lifting them into fourth place at the expense of Arsenal, who put up a strong showing in holding North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 at Wembley.
One of Solskjaer’s best wins in his tenure thus far came at the Emirates earlier this year when his side defeated Arsenal 3-1 in an FA Cup clash. Repeating the feat will be no easy task, especially with the Red Devils’ spate of injuries, but they will fancy their chances of overrunning the Gunners again.
In Italy, the title race is all but over after Juventus defeated Napoli this past weekend, leaving the focus on the battle for the UEFA Champions League berths. The interest for DStv and GOtv viewers will fall on the results for Milan, Inter and the capital duo of Lazio and Roma (with the former claiming an emphatic 3-0 win over the latter in their derby clash this past weekend).
Milan are to third on the log and will fancy their chances of remaining in the position when they play away to bottom-of-the-log Chievo at Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi in Verona on Saturday night. Their rivals Inter have dropped to fourth after a surprise loss to Cagliari and will need to rediscover winning form when they host SPAL on Sunday at the San Siro.
Fifth-placed Roma have allowed Lazio (who also hold a game in hand) to close to within three points in sixth and the Giallorossi cannot afford anything other than a win when they host Empoli at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday night, while Lazio face a tough trip to Florence to face Fiorentina in a concurrent clash at Stadio Artemio Franchi.
In Spain, Barcelona took a major step toward successfully defending their championship last weekend when they edged Real Madrid 1-0 at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. They face a considerably easier task (on paper at least) when they host Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, but Ernesto Valverde’s team have often taken the foot off the pedal in so-called ‘easy’ games this season.
Atletico Madrid will hope the relegation-threatened Rayo can spring a surprise at the Camp Nou, with that match following their own at home to Leganes earlier in the day. The Rojiblancos are seven points off Barcelona heading into the weekend, but it will only take one swing of three points to revive real interest in the title chase.
Premier League fixtures, 9-10 March
All times GMT
Saturday 9 March
12:30pm Crystal Palace v Brighton & Hove Albion – LIVE on SS3/SS10, Max1 & SelGo2
3pm Cardiff City v West Ham United – LIVE on SS11
3pm Huddersfield Town v Bournemouth – LIVE on SS5
3pm Leicester City v Fulham – LIVE on SS6
3pm Newcastle United v Everton – LIVE on SS10 & SelGo2
3pm Southampton v Tottenham Hotspur – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
5:30pm Manchester City v Watford – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
Sunday 10 March
12pm Liverpool v Burnley – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
2:05pm Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
4:30pm Arsenal v Manchester United – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
La Liga fixtures, 8-10 March
All times GMT
Friday 8 March
8:00pm Athletic Bilbao v Espanyol – LIVE on SS7, Max1 & SelGo4
Saturday 9 March
12pm Deportivo Alaves v Eibar – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
3:15pm Atletico Madrid v Leganes – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
5:30pm Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
7:45pm Getafe v Huesca – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
Sunday 10 March
11am Celta de Vigo v Real Betis – LIVE on SS7, Max2/Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo4
3:15pm Girona v Valencia – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
5:30pm Levante v Villarreal – LIVE on SS10, Max360 & SelGo2
5:30pm Sevilla v Real Sociedad – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
7:45pm Real Valladolid v Real Madrid – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
Serie A fixtures, 8-11 March
All times GMT
Friday 8 March
7:30pm Juventus v Udinese – LIVE on SS8, Max2 & SelGo5
Saturday 9 March
5:00pm Parma v Genoa – LIVE on SS8/SS10, Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo5
7:30pm Chievo v Milan – LIVE on SS8, Max1 & SelGo5
Sunday 10 March
11:30am Bologna v Cagliari – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
2:00pm Sampdoria v Atalanta – LIVE on SS11
2:00pm Internazionale v SPAL – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
2:00pm Frosinone v Torino – LIVE on SS12
5:00pm Sassuolo v Napoli – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
7:30pm Fiorentina v Lazio – LIVE on SS8/SS10, Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo5
Monday 11 March
7:30pm Roma v Empoli – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
Manchester United’s Alexis Sanchez (left) and Arsenal’s Sead Kolasinac battle for the ball during the FA Cup, Fourth Round match at the Emirates Stadium, London.
King of Pop‘s hits around the world after the broadcast earlier this week. In the two-part documentary, two men — James Safechuck and choreographer Wade Robson — allege Jackson molested them when they were children.
The film was followed up by interviews with the accusers conducted by Oprah Winfrey. The iconic talk show host reportedly said the documentary, directed by Dan Reed, “allows us to see this societal corruption.”
In the wake of the allegations, three Montreal radio stations pulled Jackson’s music on Monday (March 4). Christine Dicaire, a spokesperson for the station’s parent company, Cogeco Media, said the decision was made out of demand from listeners. “We are attentive to listeners’ comments, and last night’s documentary created reactions,” she told local news.
Two popular radio stations in New Zealand also pulled the plug on Jackson’s records on Wednesday (March 6). According to Leon Wratt, the content director of New Zealand’s MediaWorks, the decision was made at the discretion of listeners. “We aren’t deciding whether Michael Jackson is guilty of pedophilia or not,” Wratt told the New York Times. “We’re just merely trying to make sure that our radio stations are going to play the music that people want to hear.”
On Feb. 22, Jackson’s estate filed a $100 million lawsuit against HBO claiming it violated a contract made with the singer before his death in 2009. The network reportedly signed a non-disparagement agreement in 1992 which states “HBO shall not make any disparaging remarks concerning [Jackson] or any of his representatives, agents, or business practices or do any act that may harm or disparage or cause to lower in esteem the reputation or public image of [Jackson].” The deal was made in exchange for permission to air a special of his “Michael Jackson Live in Concert in Bucharest: The Dangerous Tour.”
Jackson’s estate claims HBO violated the contract by airing the disturbing claims made by Jackson’s accusers in the documentary. The Estate also pointed out that Jackson’s accusers both filed previous lawsuits which were dismissed in court and called into question their credibility.
Jackson’s family have also spoken out and denied the allegations made about their beloved brother and uncle.
Source: Revolt TV
All passengers on board an Ethiopian Airlines jet that crashed shortly after take-off on Sunday have died, the airline says.
It said 149 passengers and eight crew members were believed to be on flight ET302 from Addis Ababa to Nairobi in Kenya.
The airline added that there were 33 different nationalities on board.
The crash happened at 08.44 local time, six minutes after the flight took-off from the Ethiopian capital.
It is not yet clear what caused the accident.
First word of the crash came when Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed expressed his “deepest condolences” on Twitter.
In an earlier statement, the airline said that search and rescue operations were under way near the crash site around the town of Bishoftu, which is 60km (37 miles) south-east of the capital.
“Ethiopian Airlines staff will be sent to the accident scene and will do everything possible to assist the emergency services,” the statement added.
Boeing, the company that built the aeroplane, said in a tweet that it was “closely monitoring the situation”.
Its 737 Max-8 aircraft is relatively new to the skies, having been launched in 2016. It was added to the Ethiopian Airlines fleet in July last year.
Another plane of the same model was involved in a crash five months ago, when a Lion Air flight crashed into the sea near Indonesia with nearly 190 people on board.
Ethiopian Airlines flies to many destinations in Africa, making it a popular carrier in a continent where many airlines fly only from their home country to destinations outside Africa.
It has a good reputation for safety, although in 2010 one of the company’s aeroplanes crashedin the Mediterranean Sea shortly after leaving Beirut.
The incident killed 90 people on board.
The airline’s highest fatalities prior to this came in a November 1996 crash during a hijacking on a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.
One of the aeroplane’s engines stopped when the fuel ran out and although pilots attempted an emergency water landing, they hit a coral reef in the Indian Ocean and 123 of the 175 people on board were killed.
Ghanaian Musician eShun has observed that the number of young Nigerian girls who are engaging in commercial sex activities in Ghana is alarming. The Akyia Hitmaker made the statement on her Facebook page update on International Women’s Day.
During a telephone interview this Friday 8 March 2018 on International Women’s Day, the UNHCR High-Level Supporter called on relevant authorities to find decent jobs for the girls who seem to be mostly trafficked to Ghana to engage in such illegal activities.
eShun who expressed outrage on the matter when asked to elaborate on her Women’s Day message stated that there is an increasing number of Nigerian female citizens engaging in illicit activities in large parts of Ghana. She elaborated, “You would see these ladies standing in some areas where prostitutes stand to engage in their activities. I have seen them in areas such as Wejia, Tema, Cantonment Roundabout, East Legon, Takoradi Vienna City, Kumasi Vienna City, Spintex Ecobank Area, etc. After speaking to many of the ladies, I discovered that several of them are Nigerians. The sad part of this is that most of them are very young girls between the ages of 15 and 16, maybe 17 years old”.
eShun indicated that the activities of these young girls is denting the image of both Nigeria and Ghana, “I have learned a lot from the Nigerian music industry, been there countless times and Nigeria is and will always be a part of not just me but many Ghanaians. It is a beautiful country so it hurts to see these girls, especially at such a young age being involved in such activities.”
“Anytime I see them I sometimes approach and talk to them, realizing how young some of them are, I imagine them being in school and doing something better with themselves. Even if it means going from door to door to do laundry, being a domestic worker to earn an income and start something on their own, perhaps even learn a trade to equip themselves for the future. This would be much better than engaging in commercial sex activities. I have younger sisters and seeing these young ladies is heartbreaking”, the Someone Loves Me Hitmaker lamented during the telephone interview.
eShun said it was high time the Nigerian community in Ghana supported the Nigerian High Commissioner and the Ghanaian Government to work at nipping such negative activities in the bud because indeed this puts both Nigeria and Ghana in a bad light.
The Highlife star revealed during our conversation seeing the police turning a blind eye to the situation, claiming, “Sometimes you see the policemen around but the ladies continue their solicitation as though they were not around. I feel if the police were doing their job well, we as a nation may be able to curb this problem. I once asked a woman who sells food near one of the solicitation hotspots about the situation and she said even the police patronize their services! I can’t fathom why girls of that age who should be in school studying are on the streets practicing prostitution?” eShun wondered.
eShun made these comments Friday 8 March 2018 on International Women’s Day where she concluded that more can be done within the nation and by our women, in particular, to support our more vulnerable ones in society.
By: Nadia Abena Addo
Ghanaian entertainment news website enewsgh.com is rolling out the countrys first entertainment quiz show #ENTQuizShow.
Announced two years ago, the show is finally set to take off, producers say.
The shows Producers have also announced Broadcaster Kojo Akoto Boateng as host for the first season, which airs soon across multiple platforms.
Kojo Akoto Boateng brings to the show an incredible wealth of know-how on the entertainment ecosystem in Ghana. Currently with Citi FM and Citi TV, he has over the years played an active role in the space, rising to become a respected voice.
The #ENTQuizShow will be recorded at the Media Obed Studios in Accra, and will feature contestants who will be selected from an online registration exercise on www.enewsgh.com/entquizshow.
Each week, two contestants will make it to the show. They will be quizzed on general local entertainment knowledge. All questions are put together by a research team made up of leading industry persons with years of expertise.
Producers say the #ENTQuizShow will help to consolidate the gains made by players in sustaining interest in the industry.
Started in 2012, Enews has been at the forefront of the Ghanaian entertainment scene. It continues to lead a local-content-only agenda.
Enews is owned by Media Obed.
An investment that is considered socially responsible (SRI) because of the nature of the business the company conducts. Common themes for socially responsible investments include avoiding investment in companies that produce or sell addictive substances (like alcohol, gambling and tobacco) and seeking out companies engaged in social justice, environmental sustainability and alternative energy/clean technology efforts.
This practice is growing into a widely followed practice, as there are dozens of new funds and pooled investment vehicles available for retail investors. Mobilizing institutional investors for SRI provides those who are interested in investing in social impact projects with a vehicle to contribute positively to communities as well as providing financial gain for investors. Private companies are however beginning to see it as good for their bottom line to address societal needs.
Yet from environmental concerns to serving the deprived, there is a wide range of unaddressed requirements. According to 91 scientists convened by the United Nations recently, the world is now moving faster towards a climate change disaster. Climate change will aggravate the water scarcity and acute groundwater depletion, which is present in most developing countries across Africa.
The One Planet Summit, launched by French president Emmanuel Macron in December 2017, will be held in Africa for the first time, underlining planetary correlation in a way previous summits – held in Paris and New York – arguably could not. In the run-up to the Summit, Monica Juma, cabinet secretary in Kenya’s ministry of foreign affairs, said, “We’ve begun to frame Nairobi as the world global environmental capital.”
She indicated that Kenya was determined to upscale discussions on the sustainable use of natural resources in line with United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
The environment is top of the agenda but most importantly, the effect of climate change on Africa is of growing concern due to the growing wealth inequality the continent faces which has the potential to create complex social issues. The demand for a more robust business infrastructure has led to the change in how investors look at business over the past few years.
A broad range of investors have started questioning the sustainability of returns they get. It not only about profits anymore but rather what effect the actions of businesses have on societies at large.
For example, it is considered cool by many investors now to stay away from companies that sell cigarettes and other socially harmful products. This has led to the impetus of Social Businesses. Noble Laureate Mohamed Yunus used another approach. He successfully created a model for running “Social Businesses”.
Social businesses refer to organisations that are set-up for resolving social problems. Investors create a social business for answering a social issue and not for the investment returns the business would generate. Investors get to recoup their capital back, but they are not entitled to anything beyond this.
From focusing on pure returns, investment thinking has been shifting to a new growth area: socially responsible investing. As of 2016, SRI assets grew to about $ 23 trillion about 25 percent higher than 2014.
#OnePlanetSummit
Below are highlights of programs on DStv this week, March 20 to 26, 2019.
Kids Choice Awards 2019
24 March at 3:05pm on Nickelodeon
The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards is an annual American children’s awards ceremony show that is produced by Nickelodeon. Nominated in the Best African Act category is Ghana’s Stone Bwoy.
300 Rise Of The Empire
22 March at 6pm on M-Net Movies Epic
Based on Frank Miller’s graphic novel Xerxes and told in the same breath-taking visual style as Zack Snyder’s battle blockbuster 300, this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh arena the sea as statesman-turned-soldier Themistokles attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war.
Local- West
Jara
20 March at 8:30pm on Africa Magic Family
Tune into Jara as they keep your finger on the pulse by updating you with the latest as well as greatest Nollywood film news and entertainment right from the hub of Nigeria’s film industry. Hosted by an incredibly colorful duo, the popular and sociable Uti Nwachukwu as well as the humorous and delightful Helen Paul.
The Johnsons
21 March at 6pm on Africa Magic
A family sitcom focused on an average family based in Lagos Nigeria, their diverse traits and how they cope with what life has to offer them.
Our Perfect Wedding
24 March at 3pm on Africa Magic Showcase
Chronicles the exciting journey to the I-dos of our special couples. From cake tasting to event decor, pre- wedding shoots, bridal showers, outfits fitting, etc.
EVE
24 March at 5pm on Africa Magic Showcase
‘E.V.E’ is a dramatic series set in Lagos, Nigeria. It follows the trials and tribulations of a young female lawyer (EVE) as she tries to make her way through the prejudices faced by professional women in the typical African society.
Movies
The Strangers: Prey at Night
23 March at 8pm on M-Net
Terror reverberates through this frightening horror, where a family find themselves being hunted by three masked psychopaths at a secluded mobile home park.
Ant-Man And The Wasp
24 March at 6:05pm on M-Net
In the action-packed superhero sequel, Ant-Man teams up with The Wasp on an urgent new mission that will uncover past secrets – and present new enemies.
Telenovelas
Chasing My Heart
20 March at 4pm on Star Life
Chasing my Heart tells the story of Naina and Raghav who find love in a foreign land but are fated to lose their love at the end.
Twist of Fate
20 March at 6pm on Zee World
As Abhi rushes home to his wife he is involved in a terrible accident. The car he crashes into has a face they have been searching for.
Woman of Steel
20 March at 7pm on Telemundo
Frida is detained for contempt of justice and perjury, while Indira agrees to work with Romero. Phillips asks Vicenta to go on a honeymoon with him.
Silver Lining
25 March at 4pm on Zee World
Ira decides to get married to Samarth after being convinced by Revati. Shravan realises that he is in love with Ira but Ira tells him that she wants a divorce.
Kids
Henry Danger
20 March at 23:35pm on Nickelodeon
Looking for a part-time job, 13-year-old Henry Hart finds himself helping superhero Captain Man as his sidekick, keeping the secret from his family and friends.
Lucky (movie)
22 Mach at 7:40am on NickToons
In Lucky the Leprechaun, unlucky leprechaun Happy McSweeney is in for the adventure of a lifetime when he and his friends – Sammy, the kind one; Shannon, the brave one; and Reggie, the weird one – set out on a daring mission to retrieve his family’s long-lost pot of gold that was stolen by the evil Houlihan from the McSweeney family years ago. Can Happy get his family luck back?
PJ Masks
25 March at 5pmT on Disney Junior
Watch and see what happens when kids become superheroes. Friends Connor, Amaya and Greg. When they put on their pyjamas and activate their animal amulets, they turn into their alter egos — Catboy, Owlette and Gekko — before embarking on adventures that are filled with action.
International series
Boomerang
20 March at 7:50pm on BET
This how is a half-hour subversive, smart, serialized comedy, fuelled by romance, friendship, gender politics, love. Based on the 1992 American romantic comedy film, this new series will follow the lives of Jacqueline Boyer’s son, Bryson and Marcus and Angela Graham’s daughter, Simone as they try to step out of their parents’ shadows and make a legacy of their own.
Message from a Mistress
22 March at 7:30pm on 1Magic
Longtime best friends Renee, Aria, Jaime and Jessa have shared just about everything. All hell breaks loose when Jessa sends them a message via DVD with a shocking message!
Tell Me A Story
Starts 22 March at 7pm on M-Net
In the series premiere of this gripping thriller, troubled teen Kayla and her dad try to make a fresh start at her grandmother’s home. Follows multiple stories of beloved fairy tales set-in modern-day New York.
Judge Judy
23 March at 9:55am on CBS Reality {E36}
A former New York family court judge known for her ability to cut through a dispute and get to the core of the emotional issue at hand, Judge Judy acts as a true moral compass for people seeking guidance, resolution and a little common sense in their often-complicated lives. Judge Judy’s goal is to make a permanent and worthwhile impression that will discourage repeat offenders and help heal families and victims of injustice. There are many imitators, but only one JUDGE JUDY!
Sport
21 March 2019: UEFA EURO 2020 Qualifiers
Matchday 1: Croatia vs Azerbaijan at 7:45pm on SS8
22 March: UEFA EURO 2020 Qualifiers
Matchday 1: Portugal vs Ukraine at 7:45pm on SS5
23 March: Total AFCON Qualifiers
Matchday 6: Ghana vs Kenyaa at 6pm on SS10
Piracy, illegal fishing, and armed robberies are some of the major issues threatening the Gulf of Guinea region. These threats not only disrupt regional stability but also hinder economic development. It is essential that international and intergovernmental players continue to build upon joint capabilities to alter this progression. The International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference occurring on 24-25 July 2019 at the Kempinski Gold Coast in Accra, Ghana, will see a gathering of more than 15 chiefs of naval staff from around Africa and Internationally, in addition to maritime stakeholders from around the globe discussing stabilizing economic advancement and security on the crucial Gulf of Guinea. Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and The Chief of Naval Staff Rear Admiral Seth Amoama will inaugurate the event.
Hosted as part of the month-long 60th Anniversary celebrations, IMDEC will showcase exclusive milestones of Ghana Navy’s achievements as well as forecast its future accomplishments within the maritime sector under the theme “Celebrating 60 years under Naval Excellence: Securing the Maritime Domain for National Development” IMDEC is an international event and exhibition focusing on securing the increasingly volatile maritime and coastal waters of West Africa namely Gulf of Guinea, where 20 captains, commodores, rear admirals, vice admirals, & admirals from South Africa, all navies on gulf of Genia, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, Kenya, China, France, & Portugal will discuss multiple crucial topics like overcoming illegal oil-bunkering, piracy, unregulated and unreported fishing, smuggling, human and drug trafficking, illegal bunkering and crude oil theft at the region’s waters, empowering interagency cooperation to jointly interdict threats around the Gulf of Guinea, governance and regulatory aspects, including compliance with ISPS codes, stabilizing economic growth at the region’s coasts and seas.
On Tuesday, 23 July 2019 an exclusive site visit to Sekondi Naval Base where delegates will be airlifted from Accra to Sekondi port by the Ghana Air Force for an exclusive site visit of the Takoradi Naval Base will take place. The tour will consist of an in-depth walk through of the naval dockyard and base as well as a private sea tour to further display the advanced capabilities of Ghana’s Naval fleet.
IMDEC will be attended by Chief of Defense Staff, Ghana Armed Forces Lieutenant General Obed Boamah Akwa, Rear Admiral Peter Kofi Faidoo (Ghana), Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete-Ekwe Ibas (Nigeria), Naval Captain Godwin Livinus Bessing (Ghana), Michael Achagwe Luguje (GPHA Ghana), Hadiza Bala Usman (Nigeria Ports Authority) and many more high-level speakers.
The latest report released by Ocean Beyond Piracy (OBP) showed that the economic cost of piracy to West Africa has been on the increase in the last three years, reaching over $818.1 million in 2017, while about $213.7 million was spent to contract maritime security personnel protecting vessels in the region. It revealed that regional spending on law enforcement and naval patrols increased by $13.2 million in the year. The report also showed that 1,726 seafarers were affected last year, while 100 crewmembers were taken hostage.
Rear Admiral Seth Amoama, Chief of the Naval Staff, Ghana Navy said: “The Ghana Navy celebrates the 60th Anniversary this year under the theme Celebrating 60 years of Naval Excellence: Securing the Maritime Domain for National Development. As part of activities to commemorate the occasion, the Ghana Navy in partnership with Great Minds Events Management LLC, will host the International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC) at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel, Accra from 24- 25 July 2019. I look forward to welcoming you to Accra.
The Conference aims to create a platform for stakeholders, experts and solution providers in the maritime industry to converge to address the critical issues facing the Gulf of Guinea. It will also focus on strengthening interagency collaboration such as curbing regional security threats and interagency information sharing as well as systems integration. The exhibitions will showcase state of the art technologies as well as solutions tailored towards the needs of our maritime domain. “
The Vice-President of Ghana announced government’s intentions to implement the First Port Duty Rule at Ghana’s ports in order to tackle smuggling arising from diverted transit goods supposedly meant for landlocked countries such as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. He explained that under the First Port Duty Rule, customs officials of the landlocked nations will be stationed at Ghana’s ports, and the importer will be directed to the appropriate country desk to pay if indeed it is a transit good.
Unsafe, un-monitored anchorage areas vulnerable to threats at sea, Ghana ports and docks do not have enough capacity to load all cargo ships, nor the manpower to enforce Maritime Exclusion Zones. To address this, the Ghanaian Navy is procuring 4 patrol vessels ($7 mill.) and has recently received several patrol boats in the last few months. Ghana is creating a national maritime security framework endorsed by the Ghana Maritime Authority. However, $1.5 billion is being spent to enhance annual handling capacity at Tema port in Ghana.
For more information email us at register@gmevents.ae or partnerships@gmevents.ae or call +9714568 7800 https://imdecafrica.com/
3 Music Awards
Saturday 30 March at 8:30pm Ghana Events Channel 129
3Music Awards will focus on awarding the best urban music, lifestyle and personalities as well as feature exciting and ground breaking performances from top Ghanaian, Pan-African and Global music stars live from the Fantasy Dome in Accra at 8pm. Performing include
Puzzled
Saturdays 30 March at 4:30pm Joy Prime Ch. 182
The 13-week drama series addresses pertinent issues of social concern that threaten the developmental growth of society. Each episode craftily tackles a different issue and offers an awareness platform, not leaving out persons with disability and people living in rural communities.
INTERNATIONAL SERIES
Black Ink Crew: New York S7
Tuesday 26 March at 7:50pm on BET
After six years of inking their place in the New York tattoo scene, this season follows the crew as they set their sights on the future to grow their empires and families. Black Ink’s head honcho, Ceaser, opens the doors to his fourth Shop in the Big Easy.
The Big Secret
Wednesday 27 March at 7:30pm on BET
Are you ready to see your true reflection? The Big Secret is an emo-tainment reality series filled with big revelations from surprise confessions to shocking reveals. Each week the show’s host meets a candidate with a big secret that must be laid bare to their loved ones, friends or family. All the confessor needs is a little intervention and support in order to come clean and start a new life.
Written In Blood
31 March at 6:20pm on CBS Reality
This series features some of the world’s top crime fiction writers explore the similarities between their work and the grim realities of true crime. For some, these cases are all too close to home. Others bear all the hallmarks of their works of fiction. Some are even stranger, and more shocking, than anything they could dream up.
Everybody Loves Raymond
2 April at 5:25pm on Fox
The comical everyday life of sports columnist Ray Barone and his dysfunctional family.
LOCAL
Ajoche
27 March at 1pm on Africa Magic Family
Revenge, war, duty, honour, love and lust, are the order of the day as the people of Ocholuje must learn to survive when they uncover some bitter truths.
53 Extra
27 March at 10am on Africa Magic Family
A weekly half-hour lifestyle show that showcases cultural events, historical places, art, design, celebrity personalities and music from across the African continent.
The Johnsons
29 March at 2pm on Africa Magic Family
A family sitcom that focuses in an average family based in Lagos Nigeria, their diverse traits and how they cope with what life has in store for them.
Dance + 4
30 March at 7pm on Star Life
Watch as The Captains, Dharmesh Yelande, Shakti Mohan and Sumeet Nagdev select dancers from all around the country to perform on the stage. Remo D’Souza has the final say on who goes ahead in the competition.
KIDS
The Adventures of Chuck and Friends
30 March at 1pm on Jim Jam
Chuck and his friends want to find out who’s the fastest and most daring truck of all. So, they build a racetrack-obstacle course and have a contest. Chuck is a dump truck who’s great at building things, and Flip is a stunt truck who loves to show off. Who will win?
Rainbow Ruby
30 March at 9am on Jim Jam
Rainbow Ruby is the story of a spunky, resourceful little girl who magically transports to Rainbow Village, a whimsical land inhabited by her toys, and transforms into different jobs to help save the day!This CGI-animated preschool series takes the childhood fantasy of dolls come to life and mixes in an aspirational heroine who proves that you can be anything you want to be!
PJ Masks
1 April at 4pm on Disney Junior
By day Connor, Greg and Amaya are normal kids. But at night, they activate their bracelets, giving them super powers. They become the PJ Masks, Catboy, Gekko and Owlette who have adventures, solve mysteries, and learn valuable lessons.
Paprika
Weekdays at 9:20am on Disney Junior
No hurdle’s too high for the Paprika twins Olivia and Stan as they turn everyday life into wonderful, colourful adventures!
MOVIES
Skiptrace
26 March at 6pm on M-Net Movies Zone
A detective from Hong Kong teams up with an American gambler to battle against a notorious Chinese criminal.
Guess Who?
30 March at 6pm on BET
Theresa (Zoe Saldana) is a young woman who is about to introduce her fiancé to her father, Percy Jones (Bernie Mac). Percy is eager to meet his African-American daughter’s businessman beau but is shocked to learn that she is engaged to Simon Green (Ashton Kutcher), a white man. Staying with the Joneses to celebrate Percy and his wife’s 25th wedding anniversary, the accident-prone Simon makes a terrible first impression and faces an uphill battle to win over his future father-in-law.
Why Did I Get Married?
31 March at 6pm on BET
The big screen adaptation of Perry’s stage play about the trials of marriage, and what happens to one family when a sexy young temptress arrives on the scene.
Riddick
31 March at 7pm on M-Net Movies Zone
Riddick, who was assumed to be dead after he was overwhelmed by an avalanche, in threatened by mobs of predator aliens that can kill him in a flash. In desperation, he constructs a beacon that broadcasts his position and identity to two groups of mercenaries. But he has a plan…
TELENOVELAS
Gangaa
Daily at 7pm on Zee world
Gangaa a traditional play which mirrors into the societal ills, hardships, denials, pains and all that women go through.
Taxxi
Weekdays at 2:20pm on Eva +
Martin Montana lost his wife fifteen years ago. He meets a woman identical to his past wife named Tania, who he becomes obsessed with. Tania leads him to a sinister character, Mr. Moretti.
My Golden Home
Daily at 4pm on Zee World
This April on My Golden Home, Vimal is granted bail and goes back home. Lata and Dev’s wedding is fixed and the engagement ceremony takes place. Chandra gets even more suspicious about Dev and his identity.
Twist of Fate
Daily at 6pm on Zee World
This month on Twist of Fate, King convinces Pragya to make it look like they are a married couple at the launch party. During the launch, King introduces his wife, and to Abhi’s shock, it’s Pragya.
SPORTS
| 29 March 2019 LaLiga Santander | Matchday 29: Girona vs Athletic Bilbao | 8pm | SelGo4 |
| 30 March
Premier League
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Matchday 32: Manchester United vs Watford | 3pm | SelGo2
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| 31 March Italian Serie A | Matchday 29: Roma vs Napoli | 1pm | SelGo5 |
| 31 March LaLiga Santander
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Matchday 29: Real Madrid vs Huesca | 6:45pm | SelGo4 |
Glitz Africa continues its annual mission to celebrate women who use their expertise, position and influence to inspire others to make a difference in driving other women forward through the Ghana Women of the Year Honours.
The Ghana Women of the Year Honours is a night where women excelling and making a great impact in various fields of endeavour are acknowledged and their stories shared so as to inspire the next generation of ambitious and impact-conscious women.
The Honourees are selected by an astute board of achievers who use clear and objective criteria in ensuring that the final list comprises the most deserving women in various fields.
The Honourees for the 4th annual Ghana Women of the Year Honours are:
Hon. Gloria Akuffo & Marietta Brew Appiah-Oppong – Governance
Emma Morrison – Corporate Personality
Dr. Elsie Effah Kaufmann – Excellence in Education
Nana Aba Anamoah – Excellence in Media
Delese Mimi Darko – Excellence in Health
Barbara Baeta – Excellence in Business
Theresa Ayoade – Excellence in Entertainment Business
Dr. Rosina Acheampong – Lifetime Achievement
The Gala will take place at the plush Labadi Beach Hotel on Saturday, 13th of April, 2019 at 7pm.
Sponsors: Fidelity Bank, Veuve Clicquot, Multimedia Group and Labadi Beach Hotel
Media partners: DSTV, B&FT
With support from UNFPA and Enovate Advertising
The event promises to be inspirational and glamorous.
Ghana Women of the Year Honours – Women Inspiring Women!
The much debated two-part documentary Leaving Neverland is a global hot topic at the moment, and DStv customers across Ghana don’t have to wait long to see why this Channel 4 and HBO co-production has taken the world by storm. Just a few weeks after its controversial premiere in the US at the recent Sundance Film Festival, Leaving Neverland will be screened across two days on M-Net City, DStv channel 115 this weekend.
Part one will be aired on M-Net City on Saturday, 30 March at 7:40pm, while part 2 will follow on Sunday, 31 March at 7:40pm. To accommodate these screenings, M-Net City will reschedule The Blacklist S5 on Saturday and Stan Lee’s Lucky Man S3 on Sunday.
Fan of these shows can catch the next episodes as follows:
• The Blacklist S5 episodes 17 & 18 on Saturday 6 April
• Stan Lee’s Lucky Man S3 episodes 7 & 8 on Sunday 7 April
Directed and produced by five-time BAFTA-winner Dan Reed, the four-hour long Leaving Neverland unpacks the story of two individuals: James Safechuck and Wade Robson, now-adult men in their 30s, who befriended Jackson at the ages of ten and seven respectively. Through gut-wrenching interviews with Safechuck and Robson, as well as their mothers, wives and siblings, Leaving Neverland crafts a portrait of sustained abuse, and explores the complicated feelings that led both men to confront their experiences after both had a young son of their own. Playing out against the backdrop of our collective experience, the film documents the value of breaking silence, even when it implicates a powerful and revered figure.
“Bringing Leaving Neverland to African screens is testament to the fact that DStv brings the most compelling content to the continent as quickly as possible,” says MultiChoice Ghana MD Cecil Sunkwa Mills. “Please note, however, that documentary is not suitable for younger viewers as it contains strong language, discussions of self-harm and graphic descriptions of child sexual abuse.”
Among the line-up of channels which have already acquired the documentary are Network Ten Australia, DR Denmark, VPRO Netherlands, SVT Sweden, ProSieben Germany, Channel One Russia, VRT Belgium, NRK Norway, TVNZ New Zealand, Discovery Italy, DBS Israel, Amedia Russia, YLE Finland, Fox Asia, Front Row Middle East, RUV Iceland, M6 France, HBO Latin America, HBO Portugal and Movistar + in Spain and HBO CEE. Additionally, there are a considerable number of deals which are currently in the final stages of negotiation.
Leaving Neverland airs on M-Net City channel 115 on DStv with part one on Saturday, 30 March at 7:40, and part two on Sunday, 31 March at 7:40. Please note that the EPG may take a while to reflect the aforementioned updates. Viewers on the move can also watch the documentary on DStv Now.
Critical reception of the contentious documentary includes:
“Hard to watch, tougher to ignore, impossible to forget…a portrait of bravery.” – Rolling Stone
“Overwhelmingly powerful and convincing.” – Variety
“Among Leaving Neverland’s remarkable achievements is Reed’s empathetic skill at providing the proper context.” – Screen Daily
The National Executive Committee of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has appointed a five-member committee to supervise the pending national elections of the Union scheduled for June 26 this year.
The committee is chaired by highlife musician Smart Nkansah with former MUSIGA President Diana Hopeson as secretary with Rev Dr. Mary Ghansah, Lawyer Jonathan Cudjoe of GHAMRO and neo-soul artiste Trigmatic.
Among other duties, the committee will supervise the filing and nomination process and handle the vetting of the candidates. They will work closely with the Electoral Commission to ensure a free and fair election.
A road map released by MUSIGA has the following highlights:
The elections are to be held in all regional capitals in line with the amended MUSIGA constitution which stipulates that all paid up card bearing members are eligible to vote.
The Union has also announced the filing fees for the various positions being contested. These are:
The forms can be collected at the Union office at a cost of GHC 200.00.
3 Music Awards
Saturday 30 March at 8:30pm Ghana Events Channel 196
3 Music Awards, Puzzled & SO MUCH MORE ON Dstv this week
3Music Awards will focus on awarding the best urban music, lifestyle and personalities as well as feature exciting and ground breaking performances from top Ghanaian, Pan-African and Global music stars live from the Fantasy Dome in Accra at 8pm. Performing include
Puzzled
Saturdays 30 March at 4:30pm Joy Prime Ch. 281
The 13-week drama series addresses pertinent issues of social concern that threaten the developmental growth of society. Each episode craftily tackles a different issue and offers an awareness platform, not leaving out persons with disability and people living in rural communities.
LOCAL/AFRICAN (WEST)
Battleground
Wednesday 27 March at 8:30pm on Africa Magic Urban
From infidelity to crooked business deals and constant media scrutiny, the drama just keeps on coming making Battleground a thrilling watch.
Comedy Nites
Friday 29 March at 9:30pm on Africa Magic Urban
Comedy Nites is a half hour, Stand-up comedy television show that boasts an array of top-notch performances from a blend of newly discovered, fast rising and established Comedians all in a cozy, comedy club setting.
The Johnsons
Tuesday 1 April at 7pm on Africa Magic Showcase
A family sitcom focused on an average family based in Lagos Nigeria, their diverse traits and how they cope with what life has to offer them
INTERNATIONAL SERIES
Kids Behind Bars
Thursday 28 March at 6pm on Crime + Investigation
This documentary special tells the stories of individuals who are serving life-without-parole sentences for crimes committed when they were 17-years-old or younger. Following four years of intensive effort, we’ll examine this contentious issue from multiple perspectives and explore the complexity of the lives of the affected individuals. One of the episodes include three boys facing the prospect of beginning their adult lives behind bars if they can’t change during their time at Vinney Green secure unit.
Married at First Sight S8
Friday 29 March at 5:55pm on Lifetime
First comes marriage, then comes love. Married at First Sight returns for a brand-new season in Philadelphia and kicks off with an in-depth exploration of the matchmaking process. When the experts meet to select each couple to marry each other as strangers, tensions flare and a final decision seems impossible. The individuals have to deal with the anxiety of planning a wedding and marrying someone they have never met before, but some face devastating disapproval from their families. What happens after the “I do”? Can these four couples make it work?
Tigerland S1
Starts Sunday 31 March at 6pm on Discovery Channel
Tigers are one of the most endangered animals on Earth. Project Cat is trying to change that, with an ambitious effort to double the tiger population in the wild by 2022.
Unprotected Sets
Tuesday 2 April at 6:30pm on 1Magic
Unprotected Sets profiles twelve emerging stand-up comedians from around America as they hone their craft.
KIDS
DStv SuperHero HQ Pop-Up Channel
Continues on DStv channel 300 until Sunday 31 March
SuperheroHQ is an exciting new Pop-Up channel premiering on DStv, superpowered by Cartoon Network. SuperheroHQ is where our universally appealing superheroes will share their best stories about saving the world and their most action-packed adventures, offering viewers an almighty battle between the best of animated adventures against the unsurpassed action-packed superhero movies for the whole family to enjoy! Between 15 and 31 March, these much-loved superheroes will set up home on DStv channel 300.
Christopher Robin
Saturday 30 March at 1:30pm on M-Net
In this heart-warming Disney adventure, the now grown up Christopher Robin has lost his way, until a chance encounter with his childhood friend, Winnie the Pooh, changes everything.
101 Dalmatian Street
Monday 1 April at 2pm on Disney Channel
Based on the iconic story, this new series, set in 21st Century London, follows the adventures of Dolly and Dylan, mum Delilah and dad Doug, and their 97 younger brothers and sisters.
My Pet and Me: Vet Tales S2
Monday 1 April at 1:50pm on CBeebies
This heart-warming series sees animal experts Ferne and Rory help children understand that, just like us, animals can get sick and sometimes need professional help. In each episode, the popular presenters join young pet owners as they meet a vet for advice on their much-loved animal’s medical issue or condition. Whether it’s a pregnant horse or a dog with an irritating itch, the vets get to work helping a diverse range of creatures feel better. The series gives viewers fascinating insights into the care pets need when ill or injured, as well as showing them what vets do.
MOVIES
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again!
Sunday 31 March at 6pm on M-Net
Everyone is having the time of their lives in the sequel to the ABBA-inspired musical drama. Five years after the first film, Sophie learns more about her mother’s past.
River Runs Red
Sunday 31 March at 6:30pm on M-Net Movies Premiere
An all-star cast run this action movie about justice. When two cops kill a man and plant evidence, the victim’s father who happens to be a judge searches for justice. Starring: Taye Diggs, John Cusack, George Lopez, Luke Hemsworth
Lethal Weapon
Sunday 31 March at 6pm on TNT
Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs (Mel Gibson) becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh (Danny Glover), Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring. As they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs’ volatile behaviour might just help them apprehend the criminals — if it doesn’t kill them both first.
TELENOVELAS
My Golden Home
Wednesday 27 March at 4pm on Zee World
Karan finds out that Koyal is the one behind it. Raj finds Lata lying on the streets and when she wakes up she points a finger at Vimal. Vimal gets arrested. Lata returns home and decides to take her own life.
Lord of the Skies S3
Thursday 28 March at 9pm on Telemundo
Victor is excited to learn that he is going to be a father. Gustavo offers Don Feyo his support, while Amparo looks for Rutila.
My Perfect Family
Friday 29 March at 3pm on Telemundo
TJ and Julian argue about Ashley. Irma suggests to Daniel that they live together, but Daniel declines. The Pérez family goes through difficulties.
Married Again
Weekdays at 8pm on Zee World
Aarti finally decides to reveal the whole truth about Akash to the family, Yash does not take this too well. The Sindhia family decides to welcome Akash and his family into their house. This however proves to have been a wrong decision. Akash does not fit with the family’s behaviour and morals.
SPORTS
ATP World Tour Masters 1000: Miami Open Day 7 Last Match
Wednesday 27 March at 1am on SS6
Vodacom Super Rugby: Sharks vs. Bulls
Saturday 30 March at 1pm on SS1
Formula 1 Grand Prix of Bahrain
Sunday 31 March at 3:10pm on SS2
La Liga: Real Madrid vs. Huesca
Sunday 31 March at 6:30pm on SS7
CATCH UP ON DSTV NOW
Botched
E! Entertainment
When someone has cosmetic surgery, it doesn’t always turn out as planned. So what happens when a procedure is botched? If they’re on this reality programme, they head to renowned plastic surgeons Paul Nassif and Terry Dubrow, who try to reverse damages from the original procedure. Each hourlong episode follows a patient through the process of correcting failed operations, from the complex procedures to the intensive recovery process and – ultimately – the reveal of the successful transformation.
The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair
M-Net
A writer gets caught up in a murder investigation involving his mentor, an esteemed American author.
Deadpool 2
M-Net
Ryan Reynolds reprises his role as the outrageous anti-hero in this comic book flick. This time the merc with the mouth must protect a young mutant from a time-traveling cyborg. 2018
Justice League Unlimited
Superhero HQ Pop-Up Channel
Featuring a wide array of superheroes from the DC Comics universe, and specifically based on the Justice League superhero team, the show is a direct sequel to the previous Justice League animated series.
The Premier League clash between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur will take centre stage amongst the major European games scheduled for this coming weekend. DStv your home for the best top-flight football from England, Spain and Italy will have every inch of turf covered with over 25 live matches streaming live on DStv Now and your television.
Liverpool went to the top of the log before the international break when they won a tough clash away to Fulham. The result arrived on the same weekend as the FA Cup quarterfinals, meaning previous leaders Manchester City were not in Premier League action and now have a game in hand on their rivals.
City will want to turn the screw on the Reds with a win away to Fulham on Saturday afternoon in the opening game of the round, more than 24 hours before Jurgen Klopp’s side walk out the tunnel at Anfield to face Spurs.
In Spain’s La Liga, the ‘Derbi Barceloni’ between Barcelona and Espanyol is the key match. Barca come into the game on Saturday afternoon fresh from a 4-1 win away to Real Betis in which Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to further extend his lead at the top of the scoring charts – the Argentine master has netted 29 goals this season, 11 more than his nearest chaser (which happens to be teammate Luis Suarez).
The result took their lead at the top of the log to a full 10 points and, with a UEFA Champions League quarterfinal against Manchester United looming early next month, manager Ernesto Valverde could perhaps look at resting key men in this clash.
Over in Italy’s Serie A, Roma hosting Napoli is the headline battle. The former, in their second game under new manager Claudio Ranieri, slumped to a 2-1 loss away to SPAL which put a major dent in their hopes of finishing in the top four.
Yet getting the better of Napoli, who have won on their last two trips to the Stadio Olimpico, will be no straightforward task for the Giallorossi. The Neapolitans claimed a 4-2 win over Udinese before the international break and have lost just once (to runaway leaders Juventus) in their last 10 league matches.
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La Liga fixtures, 29-31 March
All times GMT
Friday 29 March
8pm Girona v Athletic Bilbao – LIVE on SS7, Max2/Max2 & SelGo4
Saturday 30 March
12pm Getafe v Leganes – LIVE on SS7/SS10, Max2/Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo4
3:15pm Barcelona v Espanyol – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
5:30pm Celta de Vigo v Villarreal – LIVE on SS7 & SelGo4
7:45pm Deportivo Alaves v Atletico Madrid – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
Sunday 31 March
10am Levante v Eibar – LIVE on SS7/SS10, Max2/Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo4
12pm Rayo Vallecano v Real Betis – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
2:15pm Sevilla v Valencia – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
4:30pm Real Valladolid v Real Sociedad – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
6:45pm Real Madrid v Huesca – LIVE on SS7, Max2 & SelGo4
Serie A fixtures, 29-31 March
All times GMT
Friday 29 March
7:30pm Cheivo v Cagliari – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
Saturday 30 March
2pm Udinese v Genoa – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
5pm Juventus v Empoli – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
7:30pm Sampdoria v AC Milan – LIVE on SS8, Max1 & SelGo5
Sunday 31 March
10:30am Parma v Atalanta – LIVE on SS8, Max1 & SelGo5
1pm Roma v Napoli – LIVE on SS8 & SelGo5
1pm Frosinone v SPAL
1pm Fiorentina v Torino – LIVE on SS10, Max360 & SelGo2
4pm Bologna v Sassuolo – LIVE on SS8/SS10, Max360 & SelGo2/SelGo5
6:30pm Internazionale v Lazio – LIVE on SS8, Max1 & SelGo5
Premier League fixtures, 30 March-1 April
All times GMT
Saturday 30 March
12:30pm Fulham v Manchester City – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
3pm Brighton & Hove Albion v Southampton
3pm Burnley v Wolverhampton Wanderers – LIVE on SS12
3pm Crystal Palace v Huddersfield Town
3pm Leicester City v Bournemouth
3pm Manchester United v Watford – LIVE on SS3/SS10, Max1 & SelGo2
5:30pm West Ham United v Everton – LIVE on SS3/SS10, Max1 & SelGo2
Sunday 31 March
1:05pm Cardiff City v Chelsea – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
3:30pm Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
Monday 1 April
7pm Arsenal v Newcastle United – LIVE on SS3 & Max1
