DStv Access is celebrating 10 years in glittering style, by adding BET (DStv Channel 129) to its roster. Offering the in-demand channel to Access subscribers is just one of the innovative ways DStv is adding value to its loyal customers.
Compact customers get more too, with the addition of Comedy Central (DStv Channel 122) to their viewing subscription, at no additional cost.
BET is home to a variety of shows, specials and films from the best Black creators.
Here’s what you can expect from its summer slate:
Redemption (Season 1)
Monday – Thursday at 18:00
The story is set in a mega church, and centres around the Zikhode family. After the disappearance of head pastor Simon Zikhode, his daughter Faith, who is on the cusp of an international music career, drops everything to come to her family’s rescue.
As Faith immerses herself in the church and the family’s affairs, she uncovers devastating secrets about those closest to her and is confronted with her own skeletons. Dark truths come to light, and the Zikhode family are faced with many baffling decisions as they scramble to salvage the family’s legacy.
Soul Train Awards 2022
28 November 2022
BET is bringing the Soul Train Awards back to Las Vegas for the annual event’s 2022 edition. The awards show aims to recognize the year’s top soul, R&B, and hip-hop artists.
Beyoncé and Mary J. Blige lead the 2022 Soul Train Awards nominations with seven nods each. Ari Lennox follows with six nods. Lizzo and Chris Brown are tied at five nods each, followed by Burna Boy, Muni Long and Steve Lacy with four nods. Bruno Mars, Anderson.Paak, Silk Sonic, PJ Morton and Tems each garnered three nominations.
Tyler Perry’s The Oval (Season 4)
Wednesdays at 22:30
New season alert! Brace yourself as a sudden turn of events threatens the security and livelihood of the first family and their staff.
Priscilla and Grip face-off, President Franklin seeks to indulge his vices, Jason’s autopsy yields a stunning revelation, and Sam asks Richard to attend an important rendezvous.
The Big Secret (Season 3)
Saturdays at 19:30
It’s time to come clean in the new season of The Big Secret. Watch as everyday South Africans revealtheir darkest secrets to their family, friends, and even colleagues.
There will be shocking reveals and startling discoveries, and in each case, you’ll discover whether the truth really does set you free – or get you into a heap of trouble.
Comedy Central is the leading brand for all things funny, delivering the best stand-up specials, sketch shows, adult animation, late-night programming, and more.
Here’s what DStv Compact subscribers can look forward to:
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Daily at 23:30
The Daily Show is an Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning program that looks at the day’s top headlines through a sharp, reality-based lens.
The Queens of Comedy
Tuesday 29 November at 22:00
Four African American women, profane and brassy, bring stand-up comedy to the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee.
Miss Laura Hayes opens the show and serves as emcee. She tells family stories about her grandchildren, her mother, and her sisters.
Adele Givens urges her audience to celebrate its flaws; she comments on this crazy world, her 92-year-old grandmother, and the need to take care when naming a baby.
Sommore, recently released from jail, talks about children, men, marriage, and why mothers give their 8-year-old daughters a hula hoop.
Last, Mo’Nique celebrates big women, contrasts blacks and whites, and gives advice about sex.
Bob Heart Abishola (Season 2)
Tuesdays at 21:00
From award-winning creator, executive producer, and writer Chuck Lorre, BOB ♥ ABISHOLA is a love story about a middle-aged businessman from Detroit who unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse, a Nigerian immigrant, while recovering from a heart attack.
Undaunted by Abishola’s lack of initial interest or the vast differences in their backgrounds, Bob is determined to win Abishola’s heart, in this comedic examination of immigrant life in America.
It’s gifting season, and DStv has MORE for everyone!
Whether it’s the best stand-up specials, comedy series, or drama, we’ve got you covered with world-class entertainment suited to any package.
