According to a statement from ViacomCBS
Networks Africa, Peer Lead, BET International, this October, viewers will enjoy
the best in new local content, from the latest season of comedy series Black
Tax, a whole new season of Behind the Story and authentic 7 Deadly Sins in
partnership with the KZN Film Commission.
“We are thrilled to continue our commitment in
elevating local storytelling and talent through authentic and engaging
entertainment,” said Monde Twala, GM for ViacomCBS Networks Africa. “The past
two years have been game-changing for the channel.
This October, Behind The Story returns to
screens with a new host and new format for the 5th consecutive season. The tell
all local talk show will continue to put some of Africa’s biggest personalities
in the driving seat for an exclusive interview.
The host gets up close and personal with
different artists and celebrity personalities to delve into the struggles and
successes of their careers, personal lives and the headline stories that
surround them.
This approach will allow viewers to take an
intimate look into the characters we have grown to love and appreciate. The new
season promises to be an unparalleled one and premieres exclusively on BET
Africa (DStv channel 129, Gotv Channel 21), 09 October at 17:30 WAT/18:30 CAT.
The highly anticipated second season of Black
Tax returns to the channel by popular demand in partnership with Showmax,
featuring both existing and new cast. Black Tax is the first locally produced
sitcom to air on BET Africa and the hilarious storyline follows a successful,
young, professional black woman, Thuli, who grapples with the unsaid aspect of
Black Tax, which is something that is experienced by most middle-class African
people. The second season is a definite must-watch and is set to air on 09
October at 18:00 WAT/19:00 CAT.
The channel’s upcoming content slate features
the very best in black culture entertainment from comedy to drama, mystery and
intrigue. So proud of our vision of realising local and international content
productions that resonate with audiences and celebrate black excellence.
BET Africa and KZN Film Commission (KZNFC)
have also formed a partnership to bring authentic local stories to audiences
across Africa.
This series of short films was produced by 7
local production companies in the KZN who were given a brief to develop stories
in line with the theme. The content will bring a unique interpretation of the 7
deadly sins, told through the lens of authentic young African filmmakers.
This production promises to bring you diverse
storylines, emerging local talent and film-friendly locations that open up
unique landscapes rarely seen on our screens.
This allows the audience to appreciate and
acknowledge the beauty of South Africa and the amazing talent that it
possesses. The first short film will premiere on Friday, 08 October 2021 at
20:30 WAT/ 21:30 CAT.
BET Africa continues to elevate the rich
variety and positive values of Black culture, Black excellence and Black
entertainment in a dynamic and innovative way.
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