Starting this April, Mzansi Wethu and Mzansi Magic will bring some of the country’s most talked-about podcasts to prime-time audiences
In a historic move that underscores the rising dominance of podcasts over traditional TV, MultiChoice has secured broadcasting rights for eight of South Africa’s most influential and disruptive podcasts.
This marks a phenomenal win for the podcasting industry as it transitions from digital streaming platforms to mainstream television.
Macgyver ‘MacG’ Mukwevho with his Podcast and Chill Podcast is among the top podcast in South Africa and helped put podcasts in pedestals that caught the attention of mainstream TVs
Starting this April, Mzansi Wethu and Mzansi Magic will bring some of the country’s most talked-about podcasts to prime-time audiences, further cementing their cultural influence.
Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
📌 Piano Pulse – Hosted by Munaka, Thakgi, and Sfiso, this podcast dives deep into Amapiano culture, artist interviews, and industry trends. Airing from Monday, 7 April at 17:30.
📌 PNC (People Need Comedy) with Mpho Popps – Comedians Mpho Popps, Tsitsi Chiumya, and Farieda Metsileng serve up unfiltered humor on life, culture, and personal stories. Airing from Tuesday, 8 April at 17:30.
📌 Podcast and Chill with MacG – The wildly popular podcast, hosted by MacG, Sol Phenduka, and the “Ghost Lady,” features candid discussions on pop culture, entertainment, and exclusive celebrity interviews. Airing from Wednesday, 9 April at 17:30.
📌 Against the Wall Podcast with Skeem GP – A hard-hitting show sharing real prison stories, resilience, and reintegration journeys. Airing from Thursday, 10 April at 17:30.
📌 Open Chats – Hosted by Mthokozisi Methula and Sino, this thought-provoking podcast tackles relationships, personal growth, and social issues with guest perspectives. Airing from Friday, 11 April at 17:30.
📌 Spreading Humours – Seemah, Yanda, and Zille bring lighthearted takes on social media trends, youth culture, and viral moments. Airing from Saturday, 12 April at 20:30.
Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161)
📌 Awkward Dates with Lasizwe – A hilarious and unfiltered look at the awkward realities of celebrity dating, hosted by Lasizwe. Airing from Saturday, 12 April at 21:00.
📌 Joseph Dary: Exchanging Phones – A thrilling social experiment where couples swap phones for 60 seconds, exposing truths about relationships in the digital age. Airing from Saturday, 12 April at 21:30.
With podcasts now dominating TV screens, this move signals a major shift in entertainment—where raw, unscripted, and engaging conversations take center stage, reshaping how audiences consume content. The future of television has arrived, and it’s podcast-driven.