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Here’s what is coming to kykNET in July

July is around the corner and kykNET has shaken things up a bit.

kyknet july

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Two of kykNET’s actuality shows will be moving to earlier time slots. In addition, several new shows will be added to the lineup.

Fear not, there’s something for everyone in July. Do you love drama? Then Alles Malan will be right up your avenue. Comedy fans can look forward to Lui Maar Op, Belinda, while travel fanatics will love Elders: Japan.

kykNET’s July highlights

Alles Malan

Genre: Drama

Plot

Alles Malan follows the day-to-day lives of a contemporary yet fun-loving Afrikaans family living in Paarl. Every family member has their own set of worries and challenges to face.

Some of the characters include Derik and Brenda Malan, the patriarch and matriarch of the family; they’ve been married for forty years. Their firstborn, Frik, returned to South Africa after eight years in England.

His wife Tessa, once a successful lawyer, was forced to take on the role of housewife. Their teenage daughter is pregnant, their youngest son is about to get married and their adopted son battles with his identity. Don’t miss it!

Cast

Nadia Valvekens, Ivan Zimmerman, Elsabe Daneel, Albert Martiz, Matheo Olivier, Nicole Fortuin, Greteli Fincham, Sean Marco Vorster and Marius Weyers.

When to watch

Starts Tuesday 9 July at 20:00 on kykNET

Lui Maar Op, Belinda

Genre: Comedy

Plot

Ian and Ander is a small corner shop in George, owned by Ian Jantjies. Ian is a middle-aged man who escaped the big city bustle and ended up in the small serene town of George.

His three employees ensure for a laugh-a-minute ride, leaving poor Ian to deal with the havoc and chaos. Belinda, a former Afrikaans actress, has an obsession with mirrors while Annetjie Nel barks orders at everyone.

Then there’s Frans Wessels, a charming farm hero who tries to keep the peace between Belinda and the militarist Annetjie, but hardly ever succeeds.

Cast

Brümilda van Rensburg, Annelisa Weiland, Eric Nobbs, Duncan Johnson, Carmen Maarman and Wian Taljaard

When to watch:

Starts Monday 8 July at 20:00 on kykNET

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Elders: Japan

Genre: Travel show with Erns Grundling

Plot

The second series of Elders return after Grundling’s Camino adventure in Spain last year. This time around, Grundling and his film crew had to Japan to explore the Land of the Rising Sun.

Elders: Japan will focus on the fascinating country. Not only is it one of the most unique destinations in the world, but also host to the forthcoming Rugby World Cup from 20 September to 2 November.

Grundling will undertake two pilgrimages in Japan – the Kumano Kodo, similar to the Camino in Spain, and the Nakasendo, a former trade route between Kyoto and Tokyo.

Cast

Erns Grundling.

When to watch:

Starts Tuesday 9 July at 20:00 on kykNET

Met ‘n Huppel in die Stap

Genre: Lifestyle

Plot

Met ’n huppel in die Stap provides sixty-plussers with sound advice for life after retirement.

Relevant topics like antique collecting, fun courses for seniors, living with your children, planning your retirement home, and many more, are discussed.

Cast

With Riaan Cruywagen as presenter, and Simon Bruinders and Lieb Bester as field presenters.

When to watch:

Starts Wednesday 3 July at 17:30 on kykNET

A Glorious Human Achievement: Nelson Mandela

Genre: Documentary

Plot

This six-part mini-series follows the epic journey that Zelda Le Grange followed with Nelson Mandela as his personal assistant for 19 years. She unexpectedly discovers how this extraordinary man found his calling.

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”

Nelson Mandela

Cast

With Zelda le Grange

When to watch:

Starts Sunday 28 July at 20:00 on kykNET

Dominee Tienie (film)

Genre: Drama

Plot

Reverend Tienie Benade reaches a crossroad that will test not only his career but also his marriage and his faith.

Dominee Tienie is the beautiful story about a man who needs to regain his confidence to become once again the light he once was for everyone around him.

Cast

Frank Opperman, Deon Lotz, Thapelo Mokoena, Izel Bezuidenhout, Regardt van den Bergh, Rikus de Beer, Annette Engelbrecht, Caral Nel, Christo Davids, Luan Jacobs, Gerrit Schoonhoven.

When to watch:

Saturday 13 July at 20:00 on kykNet
Sunday 14 July at 14:30 on KykNET&Kie