New on TV today: Sunday 12 July 2026
World’s Biggest Sharks
Channel: Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / StarSat 221)
TX Time: 18h00
Genre: Wildlife, Documentary, SharkFest
Super-Sized Sharks follows marine biologists, shark scientists, and elite underwater photographers as they investigate the sudden increase in massive shark sightings worldwide. The documentary tracking crew travels to French Polynesia to study enormous tiger sharks, films a giant great white shark off the coast of Hawaii, and searches for what could be the largest bull shark ever documented, all to uncover why these apex predators are reaching such unprecedented sizes.
Nandi & the Rev 2
Channel: Mzansi Magic (DStv 161)
TX Time: 19h00
Genre: Reality
Nandi & The Rev follows the turbulent lives of Reverend Thabo Mlombi and his wife, Nandipha. Once a celebrated ministry couple, their perfect public image shattered when they lost their home and stability. Now, with their marriage strained and their children’s trust fading, they must rebuild their lives in the public eye. Driven by Nandi’s determination and Thabo’s fight for redemption, the series explores whether love, faith, and willpower can truly heal their family.
Following a first season that left viewers wondering how the couple would handle the birth of their seventh child, Season 2 focuses on rebuilding after the storm. The new episodes examine modern marriage and leadership as Thabo attempts to reclaim his role as head of the household, while Nandi re-evaluates her own desires and personal growth.
After making peace with his former church, the Reverend explores launching an independent ministry to restore his credibility and redefine his faith. At the same time, the couple confronts deep-seated family issues, including Nandi’s estranged relationship with her siblings and Thabo’s quest for answers about his father. Through their signature honesty, humor, and conflict, the family navigates shifting roles and dark secrets to create a stronger future.
In the Season 2 premiere:
As Thabo transitions into working as a freelance pastor, Nandi shifts her energy toward her personal ambitions. Meanwhile, Lizalise coordinates a special getaway for her parents, but their unexpected response exposes widening rifts within the family.
Voyagers: Exploring Pacific Waters
Channel: National Geographic Channel (DStv 181 / StarSat 220)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Documentary Series
Voyage of the Pacific chronicles the extraordinary maritime legacy of ancient ocean navigators. A millennium after exploration stalled, the engineering of revolutionary double-hulled canoes reopened the Pacific, leading to the discovery of Tahiti. From this hub, courageous explorers tracked celestial patterns, avian flight paths, and whale migrations to settle Easter Island, Hawaii, and New Zealand—a distinct way of life that would alter irrevocably upon the arrival of European explorers.
The documentary series debuts with the premiere episode, “Adventures to New Worlds”:
Four thousand years ago, daring mariners ventured into the vast, uncharted waters of the Pacific Ocean in search of new territories to establish communities. Enduring treacherous oceanic conditions, they successfully colonized islands stretching from Guam to Vanuatu, utilizing ancestral lore to transform into elite, master navigators. However, upon reaching the islands of Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga, their onward exploration hits a major roadblock as further land proves elusive.
Guy Martin: Arctic Warrior
Channel: S3
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Reality
Guy Martin’s Arctic Commando follows the British television presenter and mechanic as he travels 200 miles north of the Arctic Circle to embed with the Royal Marines. This documentary series tests whether Guy possesses the physical resilience and mental toughness required to operate as a special operations commando in one of the most brutal environments on the planet.
Episode 1
Guy begins his intense cold-weather training alongside the Royal Marines at Camp Viking, situated deep within the Arctic Circle. The grueling drills push his limits to determine if he has what it takes to survive and operate as a soldier under extreme sub-zero conditions.
Episode 2
Guy advances his sub-zero military training by embedding with elite Marine snipers on a remote mountainside. He later participates in a high-stakes amphibious assault raid, learning the specialized tactical skills required to fight and survive deep behind enemy lines.
Ready Jet Cook 3
Channel: Food Network (DStv 175)
TX Time: 16h05
Genre: Food
Ready Jet Cook features chef Jet Tila as he prepares his favorite staple dishes and sources authentic ingredients directly from his family’s grocery market.
The culinary series returns for Season 3 with a weekly double-bill broadcast:
Season 3 Premiere: “Chinese Takeout”
Jet recreates classic takeout favorites from home, cooking up a batch of crispy, sweet chicken, a serving of fluffy fried rice, and a traditional dim sum staple.
Episode 2: “Noodles”
Jet shares his top noodle creations by preparing his own family’s signature pad Thai recipe alongside a plate of Hong Kong-style chow mein.
Love is Blind: UK – After the Altar
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Reality
Love Is Blind: UK — After the Altar checks in with the reality franchise’s British contestants to reveal what unfolded once the cameras stopped rolling. Airing just before the debut of Season 3, this three-part special bridges the gap between the first two seasons by bringing together married couples, former partners, standout personalities, and rival cast members. The episodes offer an inside look at how their relationships and personal lives have evolved since their time in the pods.
