The winter chill is officially here, but Disney Channel (DStv Channel 303) is turning up the warmth with an action-packed holiday line-up perfect for kids — and anyone young at heart. From new episodes of fan-favourite shows to magical movie moments, it’s time to snuggle up and enjoy a holiday packed with fun, friendship, and unforgettable adventures.
Movie Mayhem Every Friday
Friday afternoons are all about movie magic. Disney Channel’s Movie Mayhem takes over every Friday at 17:00 CAT, starting on 4 July with the beloved ocean adventure Finding Nemo. Follow Marlin and Dory as they cross the Great Barrier Reef in search of little Nemo — a heartwarming tale that never gets old.
The underwater fun continues on 11 July with Finding Dory, as our forgetful blue tang heroine embarks on a journey to find her long-lost family. Rounding out the month is The Wonderful Summer of Mickey Mouse, where Mickey and friends look back on the wild events leading up to the Annual Summer Fireworks Spectacular — perfect for warming winter nights.
What’s New This Month
July isn’t just about classics. Disney Channel is serving up fresh episodes, exciting premieres, and hilarious hijinks with your favourite characters:
Primos returns with all-new episodes from Tuesday, 1 July at 14:25 CAT.
Proudly homegrown, Kiff Season 2 brings more laugh-out-loud adventures from Saturday, 5 July at 11:55 CAT. Don’t miss the Kiff special, “Kiff: Lore of the Ring Light”, airing 5 July at 10:15 CAT.
Big Hero 6 Season 1 makes its Disney Channel debut on 1 July at 16:30 CAT, airing weekdays.
Klik Klub is back with Season 3, premiering new episodes from Friday, 4 July at 16:50 CAT, featuring a special appearance by Olympic gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz.
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir Season 6 returns on Monday, 7 July at 15:40 CAT. Expect high-stakes drama and unexpected twists as Marinette and Adrien face family challenges that could change everything.
Mighty Med, a classic Disney Channel favourite, returns from Monday, 7 July at 17:00 CAT. Superpowered patients and hilarious hospital chaos await.
Stay Warm with Disney Magic
Whether you’re wrapped in a blanket on the couch or watching with the whole family, Disney Channel’s July line-up is the perfect winter companion. With a mix of animated adventures, live-action comedy, and heartwarming moments, there’s something new to enjoy every day.
Grab your hot chocolate, find your comfiest socks, and make Disney Channel your go-to destination for winter holiday fun.
Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are heading to South Africa these winter holidays in Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show! The hit theatre production debuts at Artscape, Cape Town from 26 June – 6 July 2025, and then heads to The Teatro at Montecasino, Johannesburg from 9 – 20 July 2025.
Adapted from the Emmy® Award-winning TV series, Bluey’s Big Play features incredible puppetry, original music by Joff Bush, and a brand-new story by creator Joe Brumm. It’s a fun-filled, 50-minute live show for the whole family.
MEET & GREET OPPORTUNITIES
Fans can meet Bluey after the show with limited Meet & Greet or VIP ticket options.
Meet & Greet Add-On: R300 (must be paired with a valid show ticket)
VIP Ticket: R900 (includes front-row seat + M&G)
All attendees, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket. Children need to be accompanied by a paid adult for Meet & Greet access.
South Africa; Johannesburg, 13 May 2025: Fans the world over are eagerly anticipating the release of “Lilo & Stitch” – a live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic – on Friday 23 May 2025 in cinemas. The family-adventure tells the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.
Stitch On The Loose!
To celebrate, Disney Africa with VISA and Woolworths are unleashing the mischievous alien upon South Africa, with Experiment 626 (a.k.a. Stitch) appearing at locations across the country, from landmarks to well-known public spaces, and even rugby matches.
Kicking off this week on 947’s Anele and the Club, listeners will be tasked to be on the lookout for Stitch as he moves across the country, all to stand a chance to win family tickets of four to the South Africa Special Event Screening of Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” in Johannesburg. To enter, follow the action on air and on socials using the hashtag #StitchOnTheLoose and tagging @DisneyinAfrica and @947 on Facebook as well as @DisneyAfrica and @947 on Instagram.
Ohana Means Family
In the film, Stitch embarks on a journey from alien outsider to a beloved family member, validating the importance of ‘ohana: that a family can be comprised of more than just blood relatives and that no one gets left behind. From the 19th of May, Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” is celebrating all things ‘ohana, again on 947, with Visa and Woolworths on 947. Listeners and fans will be able to share their own family moments to stand a chance to win a trip for four to Hawaii and a R10 000.00 Woolworths voucher. Furthermore, listeners get double entry into the draw if they are a VISA card holder.
Binge To Catch Up
Disney+ is the home of all things “Lilo & Stitch” with the animated films “Lilo & Stitch”, “Lilo & Stitch: Stitch Has A Glitch”, “Leroy & Stitch”, “Stitch! The Movie” as well as both seasons of “Lilo & Stitch: The Series” now streaming.
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Please find a release on Stitch on the loose in South Africa, coinciding with the release of the highly anticipated live-action “Lilo & Stitch” – in cinemas from next week, 23 May 2025.
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Stitch On The Loose In South Africa
Experiment 626 – a.k.a. Stitch – Appearing Across South Africa
New Live-Action Film, Products Join Disney+ To Celebrate The Mischievous Alien
South Africa; Johannesburg, 13 May 2025: Fans the world over are eagerly anticipating the release of “Lilo & Stitch” – a live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic – on Friday 23 May 2025 in cinemas. The family-adventure tells the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.
Stitch On The Loose!
To celebrate, Disney Africa with VISA and Woolworths are unleashing the mischievous alien upon South Africa, with Experiment 626 (a.k.a. Stitch) appearing at locations across the country, from landmarks to well-known public spaces, and even rugby matches.
Kicking off this week on 947’s Anele and the Club, listeners will be tasked to be on the lookout for Stitch as he moves across the country, all to stand a chance to win family tickets of four to the South Africa Special Event Screening of Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” in Johannesburg. To enter, follow the action on air and on socials using the hashtag #StitchOnTheLoose and tagging @DisneyinAfrica and @947 on Facebook as well as @DisneyAfrica and @947 on Instagram.
Ohana Means Family
In the film, Stitch embarks on a journey from alien outsider to a beloved family member, validating the importance of ‘ohana: that a family can be comprised of more than just blood relatives and that no one gets left behind. From the 19th of May, Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” is celebrating all things ‘ohana, again on 947, with Visa and Woolworths on 947. Listeners and fans will be able to share their own family moments to stand a chance to win a trip for four to Hawaii and a R10 000.00 Woolworths voucher. Furthermore, listeners get double entry into the draw if they are a VISA card holder.
Binge To Catch Up
Disney+ is the home of all things “Lilo & Stitch” with the animated films “Lilo & Stitch”, “Lilo & Stitch: Stitch Has A Glitch”, “Leroy & Stitch”, “Stitch! The Movie” as well as both seasons of “Lilo & Stitch: The Series” now streaming.
Continue The Adventure
Fans can be immersed in the fun and mayhem of “Lilo & Stitch” with an array of classic Stitch and live action products to choose from. The expansive assortment of merchandise, now in retailers nationwide, categories include accessories and apparel, plush, toys, travel, jewellery, collectibles, games and puzzles, books and much more.
Highlighted products include Stitch live-action and Disney Classics Stitch (Scent and Sound) Plush, an assortment of Disney’s Stitch Squishmallow, Lego® Disney’s “Stitch Beach House”, Disney Stitch 1961 VW Bug and a host of collectible figurines. Aside from toys, there are also Stitch apparel and accessories at leading retailers from t-shirts to hoodies, bags and Pandora charms.
“Lilo & Stitch” will crash into cinemas nationwide from 23 May 2025, presented by VISA and Woolworths.
A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the Oscar®-nominated filmmaker behind the animated feature film “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” the film stars Maia Kealoha, Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis. “Lilo & Stitch” is produced by Jonathan Eirich and Dan Lin, with Tom Peitzman and Ryan Halprin serving as executive producers.
“Lilo & Stitch” will open in cinemas nationwide from 23 May 2025, presented by VISA and Woolworths.
About The Walt Disney Company EMEA:
The Walt Disney Company has been in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) for over 90 years and employs thousands across the region. Between Disneyland Paris and its other iconic brands, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, 20th Century Studios and ESPN, The Walt Disney Company EMEA entertains, informs and inspires millions of consumers in more than 130 countries through the power of unparalleled storytelling. Disney+, the company’s direct-to-consumer streaming service, is currently available in 85 markets across EMEA.
Then I’m back at the workshop thing, new partners and all. (Long story and I don’t want to talk about it ever.) The first LipLab lipstick workshop for 2025 is in Polokwane with 2 Johannesburg workshops already scheduled. In case you were wondering, yes, we do bring the fun to private parties or work functions.
I’m always on the hunt for Barbie things for myself and the kids – and Disney for the kids. (Whilst I can wear the 15 to 16 year size T-shirt, I do prefer little looser cuts.) Pep has been on fire since last year for both Barbie and Disney. Ackermans brings in the most new rangers consistently. Jet, (and Bash) has the most amazing Barbie and Stitch. Mr Price sometimes have great stuff.
Then, just in case you are looking for gifts this early in the year, The Whimsical Whippet added a few good markdowns on their sale.
Jessie on Saturdays, 7-21 September at 14:00 CAT Bunk’d on Sundays, 7-21 September at 14:00 CAT
Get ready for back-to-back marathons of Jessie and Bunk’d every weekend this September! Follow Jessie, a Texas teen who moves to New York City and becomes a nanny for a high-profile couple’s children. On Sundays, dive into the adventures at Camp Kikiwaka in Bunk’d, a spin-off from Jessie. Enjoy the laughter, fun, and friendship as the camp counselors take on new challenges.
Catch these beloved shows on Disney Channel every Saturday and Sunday at 14:00 CAT, until 21 September.
Z-O-M-B-I-E-S: The Re-Animated Series – Season Premiere
Monday – Friday from 16 September at 16:30 CAT
The Z-O-M-B-I-E-S universe is back with an exciting animated twist! Join Zed, Addison, and the Seabrook crew as they use alien technology to relive their senior year in a brand-new series filled with fun and adventure.
Don’t miss Z-O-M-B-I-E-S: The Re-Animated Series starting 16 September at 16:30 CAT on Disney Channel. Plus, catch the live-action Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 2 on 21 September at 10:40 CAT and Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 3 on 22 September at 10:40 CAT.
Descendants: The Rise of Red – New Movie
Friday, 27 September at 17:00 CAT
The next chapter of the Descendants saga is here! Watch as Red, the daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, Cinderella’s perfectionist daughter, team up to stop a coup in Auradon. Together, they travel back in time to undo the event that set Red’s mother down her villainous path.
Catch the new movie Descendants: The Rise of Red on 27 September at 17:00 CAT, followed by a Descendants movie marathon all weekend long, starting at 15:00 CAT on 28 and 29 September.
Klik Klub – New Episodes
Friday, 27 September at 16:50 CAT
Brand-new episodes of Klik Klub are coming this month, with a special Heritage Day episode on 27 September featuring TV presenter Hulisani Ravele. Watch as teams cook up exciting dishes based on childhood food memories in a fun-filled mystery box challenge.
Tune in every Friday for new episodes of Klik Klub at 16:50 CAT on Disney Channel.
Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir: Miraculous Day
Monday, 30 September from 06:00 CAT
Spend the day with everyone’s favorite superhero duo! Miraculous Day brings you back-to-back episodes of Season 5 and the Miraculous World movies, including the exciting adventures in New York, Shanghai, and Paris.
Celebrate Miraculous Day on 30 September from 06:00 to 16:00 CAT on Disney Channel.
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Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends – New Episodes
Monday – Friday from 2 September at 09:30 CAT and weekends at 10:30 CAT
Join Spidey, Miles Morales, and Ghost-Spider as they team up with heroes like Hulk and Ms. Marvel to defeat villains and learn the importance of teamwork.
Catch all-new episodes of Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends from 2 September on Disney Junior.
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures – New Episodes
Monday – Saturday from 16 September at 09:25 CAT
The younglings return for even more intergalactic missions! Follow Kai Brightstar, Lys Solay, and their friends as they explore the galaxy and learn the ways of the Force.
Don’t miss the new episodes of Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures from 16 September at 09:25 CAT on Disney Junior.
SuperKitties: Su-Purr Charged – New Episodes
Monday – Friday from 23 September at 15:00 CAT
The SuperKitties are back with new episodes filled with action, adventure, and purr-fectly adorable moments! Join Ginny, Sparks, Buddy, and Bitsy as they save Kittydale from mischievous villains.
Watch new episodes of SuperKitties: Su-Purr Charged starting 23 September at 15:00 CAT on Disney Junior.
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Only 209 views… but more than 2 hours of watch time on Instagram! People were really invested in finding out where I bought this amazing handbag from. It is from Zara and full leather – and I got it on the biggest sale ever. had to drive to Pretoria to get it. It was worth the drive.
Binding generations together more than any other animated characters, Mickey and Minnie Mouse are global icons who remind people of all ages of the benefits of laughter, optimism and hope. From 18 November, Disney Junior (DStv Channel 309) celebrates the duo’s birthday with special programming and a unique sculpture activation in Johannesburg.
Remaining the channel home of all things Mickey and Minnie, together with all their friends, Disney Junior will have fun-filled episodes and specials throughout the month. From 07:30 every weekday, Mickey Mouse Funhouse promises amusement for the young ones withFunny, an enchanted talking playhouse that takes Mickey and his pals on adventures to unique lands that inspire the imagination. On Friday, 17 November, there’s a song-filled special, Mickey’s Monster Musical at 11:00AM, where Mickey and the gang meet Count Mikula after they are stranded near a castle. On the big day itself, Saturday 18 November, from 10:30AM, there are back-to-back episodes and specials of Mickey Mouse Funhouse and Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Camp Minnie.
From Monday 20 November, special episodes of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse will kick off at 11:00AM, with Mickey’s Pirate Adventure, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Road Rally on 21 November, A Goofy Fairy Tale on 23 November and The Wizard of Dizz on 24 November. And finally, on Disney Channel (DStv 303) on 24 November, we have the adorable special, The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse at 17:00, where Mickey Mouse is determined to undo the failures of his family’s past after inheriting a rundown pumpkin farm from a distant relative.
To continue the celebrations, Disney Junior will be at Maponya Mall in Soweto, Johannesburg from 18-30 November with a unique garden installation featuring Mickey and Minnie sculptures. The interactive installation will be open from 9am – 6pm every day and visitors are invited to have their pictures taken with the sculptures. Those who share these pictures on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #HBDMICKEYANDMINNIE will stand in line to win 1 of 20 Disney Junior hampers.
So join in on the celebration this month and share your love and birthday wishes with Mickey and Minnie Mouse, tag @DisneyAfrica and use the hashtag #HBDMICKEYANDMINNIE.
From a young age, many girls begin to develop limiting self-beliefs. New research indicates the challenges that young girls face don’t lie in their lacking self-confidence or drive; rather the gaps often occur in the world around them. This is the year that Barbie, in collaboration with The TechnoGirl Trust, will work towards closing the gap between South African girls and their dreams, especially those aspiring to become the next generation of engineers, technologists and scientists.
Focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) careers, and industries that have predominantly been male dominated, this partnership will empower girls by entering them into job shadowing opportunities. The objective of this initiative is to provide access for girls to experience the world of work in a professional environment and therefore to develop insight, aspiration, as well as life skills, to better equip their career decision making.
Barbie, as the original girl and women empowerment brand, has kicked-off this year’s Dream Gap project in South Africa, offering participants the resources and support they need to continue to believe that they can be anything. The local partnership with The TechnoGirl Trust aligns to their mission of investing in youth development through ongoing and holistic support. By collaborating with partners to empower women and girls, to better equip them for entry into Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics career fields, Barbie and The TechnoGirl Trust are entering into a long-term partnership which will unfold over the next few years, to change the lives of girl children in South Africa for the better.
“Progress has been made toward gender equality, however, stereotypes and societal biases still exist that can affect a girl’s trajectory and future choices. The Barbie Dream Gap Project, which was started in 2019, is a global mission dedicated to closing the gap by challenging gender stereotypes and helping undo the biases that hold girls back from reaching their full potential,” Says Terusha Naidoo, Barbie Marketing Manager for South Africa.
According to the WEF Global Gender Gap Report 2022, less than 13% of women choose STEM careers. “Our job shadowing programme has been designed on the understanding that exposure to the public and private sector workplaces can significantly contribute towards motivating girls to take up STEM careers that are in demand and where women are under-represented,” says Ms Staff Sithole, chief executive at TechnoGirl Trust.
“Since 2005, TechnoGirl, through our job shadowing programme, has enabled girls to experience STEM careers and ultimately, make informed career choices. In collaboration with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Department of Basic Education, to date, TechnoGirl has seen over 26 000 girls go through the structured programme and, on average, 75% of the beneficiaries advance to register for STEM careers,,” adds Sithole.
As efforts by the TechnoGirl Trust have begin to identify girls for the Dream Gap Project in South Africa, the first intake will happen in March 2024, when the first cohort of Grade 9 girls will start their journey in the TechnoGirl job shadowing programme. TechnoGirl Trust will work closely with the Department of Basic Education Districts and Schools, host companies, and Barbie, while implementing the established and structured programme set out by them. Girls will experience the impactful, life-changing benefits of the programme, across the 4 years that they are part of it.
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