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Vusi Kunene stars in 'Seconds'
This captivating sports drama drops on eVOD on 13 July 2023. 12 Jul 2023 Read more

800,000 ... and counting
On the brink of its 2nd birthday, eVOD has reached an impressive milestone of 800,000 registrations. EVOD is a streaming success story, and seen as one of the fastest growing, subscription-free, streaming platforms in South Africa. The eMedia online streaming platform launched in August 2021, and allows viewers to watch movies, series, Afrikaans telenovelas, documentaries, and much more on any device, at any time. 27 Jun 2023 Read more

eNCA celebrates 15 years today
eNCA is 15 years old! The channel made history when it launched on 1 June 2008, as South Africa's first 24-hour news service. Since then, it's dominated the market as a leading and discerning voice in the South African local news landscape and is trusted as a reliable source of news and current affairs. 1 Jun 2023 Read more

Question. Think. Act.
In a world defined by instant everything and an overload of information. Take the time to question. When the truth is influenced by what's trending and mass opinion replaces common sense. Think for yourself. If your reality is impacted by the actions of those in power and you demand your say. Don't be afraid to Act. 2 May 2023 Read more

April is for Afrikaans
This April eVOD is releasing its 13th locally produced movie - and this time a tale in Afrikaans to warm the hearts as the seasons change. 14 Apr 2023 Read more

Variety is the spice of life - Openview Ultra adds 2nd bouquet
Ultraview is surprising audiences with a second bouquet on its recently launched Pay TV offering, right in time for the Easter holidays. The Spice bouquet is the latest addition of niche channels with never-been-seen programmes, and launches at 6:30pm on 6 April 2023. 4 Apr 2023 Read more

The wheels turn this April: Introducing 'Nikiwe' and all-new local drama on e.tv
Imagine inheriting all the wealth in the world, having power and influence in the palm of your hands, only to have it all stripped away from you by your own family. This story tells a tale of what it means to be 'hood rich' following the lives of the Radebe family witnessing the rise and fall of a family empire based in the surrounds of Diepkloof Extension, Pimville, and Orlando, Soweto. 27 Mar 2023 Read more

And the winners are... e.tv local dramas take awards
e.tv dramas have been voted tops by South African viewers. The winners of the best local dramas were announced at the sixth Annual Royalty Soapie Awards, held at the Galleria in Sandton, on Saturday evening. All the e.tv dramas received 47 nominations across various industry categories, and e.tv walked away with a total of seven awards, competing against all South African soapies. 17 Mar 2023 Read more

Unlock Ultra - Openview launches Pay TV service
The best of both - one decoder, two worlds. Openview is launching a satellite-first in SA with an added Pay TV option. Soon viewers can experience a new world of curated entertainment using the same decoder. Ultraview enables viewers to see additional bouquets of content for a monthly subscription, whilst retaining and enjoying the free Openview content on their decoder. 2 Mar 2023 Read more

The voice of e - now silent, lives on in our hearts
Everyone at the e.tv family is deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Bongani Njoli. As the most recognisable voice of our Friday Action Night movie promos and weekend blockbusters, "Bongs" was a true legend and part of the e family for 17 years. 23 Jan 2023 Read more

Power-UP! The anti-load shedding channel
In a time when South Africans feel helpless and crippled by load shedding, Openview is once again stepping up as a beacon of light and giving households non-stop entertainment with their favourite shows. The industry-first initiative also adds value to brands and advertisers by repeating their ads on a pop-up channel 18 hours per day, every day. 20 Jan 2023 Read more

Medical drama Durban Gen is going on a short screen break
Durban Gen will be taking a short screen break from 19 December - 6 January 2023. 15 Dec 2022 Read more

eMedia Group shows resilience in tough climate as market share continues to increase
A remarkable journey of success is unfolding as the eMedia Group releases positive and very satisfactory half year results, despite the tough economic climate. 25 Nov 2022 Read more

A road trip to success - the journey of eVOD
In just 15 months since launch and counting nearly 600,000 registrations, eVOD is on a journey to wow streamers with amazing content. eVOD is currently the fastest-growing subscription-free streaming service and is becoming everyone's favourite place to find local and international content. EVOD is releasing its 12th local production since it took off on the adventurous road of streaming. 15 Nov 2022 Read more

3 masterminds. 2 heists. 1 prize. Everything to lose...
Gereza. More than an adrenaline-fueled heist film... it's a modern take on a Robin Hood story... an inspired and fresh take on the future and a triumphant call to the youth to overcome and rise above the corruption, in order to use their own ingenuity to improve the lives of the people for a South African reality in which we all win. 19 Oct 2022 Read more

An iron fist in a velvet glove...
That's how Annika Larsen describes her interview style, and that's the approach she will take in her brand-new weekly show when she delves into the lives of extraordinary people. 10 Oct 2022 Read more

A love affair with Turkish drama - Openview eExtra making dreams come true
Ten of our loyal Kuiertyd (eExtra on Openview) viewers are about to fulfil their dreams. From viewing to reality - they are about to experience the trip of a lifetime in Turkey. 19 Sep 2022 Read more

It's official - 3 million homes are getting the best in entertainment
Openview launched almost nine years ago and has seen steady growth with daily activations having grown exponentially since the early years. The platform hosts a variety of TV and radio channels that cater to all ages, races, and genders across South Africa. 15 Sep 2022 Read more

A year of eVOD
A year and over 500,000 registrations later. A year of 11 locally produced eOriginal shows and movies. A year of unlimited entertainment and downloads. 1 Sep 2022 Read more


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