This Easter break, parents and guardians can holiday without the horrors of early-morning wake-ups and the “I’m bored” chorus. DStv is opening M-Net Movies MM1, MM2, MM3 and MM4 (DStv channels 104, 106, 107 and 108) to Access subscribers from 1 April to 4 May 2026, showing family-friendly entertainment throughout the school break. For parents […]
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The stories that defined Showmax are not disappearing. Instead, they are finding a new home on DStv Stream, where a dedicated Showmax section inside the app brings together many of Showmax’s most acclaimed originals and fan favourites alongside the full live streaming experience available on DStv’s standalone streaming service. Showmax Originals and more will be
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As the Easter holidays approach, many parents face the challenge of finding meaningful ways to keep their children engaged and active, particularly as more households balance work and family life. According to local insights, school holiday care remains one of the biggest pressure points for working parents during peak holiday periods, with holiday clubs emerging
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Recent studies reveal that children are experiencing anxiety levels comparable to psychiatric patients from the 1950s. Our kids aren’t just ‘stressed’. They’re operating at crisis levels – and traditional parenting approaches aren’t built for this reality, says Loren Lachman. Despite having more resources and opportunities than previous generations, today’s children are paralysed by perfectionism, fear
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Every year, Spotify Wrapped gives us a fresh look at how people across the world are listening, and this year it shines a spotlight on some of the most unexpected – and adorable – tastemakers in the home: children. In many African households, music has always been part of care. Parents and caregivers sing to
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As the holidays arrive and school routines fall away, many young people naturally spend more time gaming. Instead of turning this into a seasonal conflict, experts say parents can use festive downtime to encourage healthier habits, stronger social connections and even quality family moments. Gaming personality, e-sports commentator and Synthesis Entertainment founder Thendo “Thendo Plays”
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It’s Dezemba and time for a much-needed breather to celebrate the year and connect with friends, family and loved ones. We can now look forward to classic Cape Town vibes such as lighting the braai, heading to the beach, catching up with family from afar – and watching a Galileo movie! The festive period line-up
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Total Ninja Interactive has opened in Fourways Mall, Johannesburg, introducing the ValoPark-inspired concept to the South African market. Following the success of its Dubai opening earlier this year, the brand has launched its indoor entertainment park that combines physical play with immersive mixed-reality games, all designed by Finnish company, Valo Motion. Located at Shop F12
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Looking forward to some exciting content this festive season, including sports? DStv will make sure you’re glued to the couch and have all eyes on the screen. Giving season is officially here, as DStv announces the launch of four pop-up channels: “DStv subscribers have welcomed us into their homes for 30 years, and 2025 has
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Produced in Cape Town, the joyful animated musical David has just dropped its official trailer ahead of the film’s wide release in cinemas across South Africa and the United States on 19 December 2025. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorise a nation, a young shepherd steps forward, armed with only a sling, a few
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