The South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) have announced that audiences will now get the opportunity to vote for their favourite soapie.

See all the e.tv SAFTA nominees here.

This comes after the introduction of the Most Popular Soap category, which is different from the Best TV Soap Award where the judges do the voting.

SMS voting lines are now open for the public to vote for the ‘Most Popular Soapie’ via SMS and this is how you can vote:

• To vote, SMS the Code of the soapie you would like to vote for to the number 33104.

• SMS voting lines close on Sunday, 20 March 2016 at 9:30PM

• SMS costs R1.50.

See all the e.tv soapie codes below:

The SAFTAs 2016 award ceremonies will take place on Friday, 18 March and Sunday, 20 March 2016 at the Gallagher Estate, in Midrand.

After a fantastic season, the action packed and entertaining telenovela Gold Diggers comes to an end on Friday, 11 March at 8PM.

Lives are put at risk, family ties are tested and hearts are broken when e.tv's second 8PM telenovela, Gold Diggers, comes to an end. The telenovela explored the dynamics of the mining industry, family feuds and relationships. And the final episode promises to be nothing short of dramatic, as things take an unpredictable turn when more shocking secrets are revealed.
 
The Gumede family are still distraught after unexpected visitors invade their homestead and hold the entire family hostage. The kidnapping brings a lot of twists and turns, forcing the Gumede brothers to go back to the mines in search for money. Meanwhile Stander has increased security at the mines, making it harder for the Gumede brothers to manipulate the system. Can Big Boy and Ronald escape the mine and Stander's wrath one more time?
 
Managing Director for e.tv channels, Monde Twala said, “Since the launch of Ashes to Ashes season 1, our 8PM slot is packed with authentic fresh local content that keeps our viewers entertained at all times. Gold Diggers touched on everyday topics that most South Africans could identify with in their respective communities. Viewers can look forward to a riveting Gold Diggers season finale and a powerful second season of Ashes to Ashes which will air on Monday, 14 March 2016.
 
Stay tuned as drama unfolds at the Gumede house on Friday, 11 March at 8PM.

For now, you can continue to watch Gold Diggersevery Monday to Friday at 8PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvGoldDiggers  

After their first successful heist, Bash and Themba pull a second one that didn’t go well. Rhythm City, weekdays 7PM.

Bash and Themba were able to convince Suffocate to pull off a heist so that they could save Kilowatt. That heist was a success which pushed Bash and Themba to do another one, this time without Suffo.

But things didn’t go smooth because they were busted and kidnapped by Art. 

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand to if Art shoots them. 

This is how you can watch Rhythm City on e On Demand! 

1. Go to the e On Demand section and watch the episode you missed.

Warning: Data costs will apply.

Watch Rhythm City weekdays at 7PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page for regular updates. 

‘He will pickpocket your mind.’ Who is 5Bob? Find out on Heist Tuesday 9 February at 9:30PM ‪#‎BonaSphetheni‬

Thobile asked Lindiwe to clarify exactly what she got up to with Kabza. Scandal!, weekdays at 7:30PM.

Lindiwe and her friend Mary were having lunch when Kabza’s older girlfriend, Thobile, walked over towards them. Lindiwe immediately started defending herself but Thobile wasn’t interested and instead asked Lindiwe to give her the details about her relationship with Kabza.

Lindiwe reassured Thobile that she had no idea that Kabza had a girlfriend and also admitted that she had sex with him.

Thobile thanked Lindiwe for being honest with her and walked away, leaving Lindiwe and Mary relieved but also very confused.

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand.

You can watch Scandal! by going to the e On Demand section.

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Watch Scandal!every Monday to Friday at 7:30PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvScandal

e.tv is where it’s at if you’re looking for brand new content in 2016. #BonaSphetheni 

Nambitha Mpumlwana expands on her reasons for loving her character Mandlakazi in the second season of Ashes To Ashes.

Ashes To Ashes season 2 starts Monday, 14 March at 8PM.

RSVP for the season 2 premiere here.

What can viewers expect in Ashes To Ashes season 2?
This time around there’s a lot of drama, a lot of heartache, but I think what you’re going to find is a lot of growth and new characters. Some characters that were smaller in the first season will become bigger and more established, interesting and more alive. The Namane household goes through a lot of changes. Mandlakazi is challenged to be a different kind of parent.

How has your character evolved on the show?
With Mandlakazi the family fell apart towards the end of the first season. She thought she had everything under control, but when the big secret came out everything fell apart. The children didn’t want to be with each other and it was a mess. Now Mandlakazi wants to bring the family back together and with everything that happened in the first season the only way that’s going to happen is if everyone is transformed.

What do you enjoy the most about Ashes To Ashes?
In the previous season I was blessed because I was working with colleagues that get up to exhale and looked down on mediocrity. That has all come back in season 2. It’s amazing to get up in the morning and go to work with people that are committed and interested in what they’re doing. They are generous enough to give you the space you need to do what you do and trust you to give them the same. It’s a blessing.

What do you love the most about Mandlakazi?
I love Mandlakazi. She’s a hot mess, a disaster zone and one of the craziest people you’ll ever meet. I also think she’s one of the best mothers I’ve ever had the privilege of playing. She loves her children through their mistakes.

Watch the video below:

Ashes To Ashes season 2 starts on Monday, 14 March at 8PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page for more. #AshesToAshes

Anzani is considering meeting with Phehello, but Lerumo is not having it. Scandal!, weekdays at 7:30PM

Phehello called Cohen and told him he will give the police information on the whereabouts of the bodies they suspect he assassinated, if they let him meet with Anzani to ask for forgiveness. Cohen ordered Lerumo to tell Anzani about Phehello’s request, but Lerumo refused which forced Cohen to go behind his back.

A rattled Anzani also told Cohen that she didn’t buy Phehello’s redemption story, but promised him that she would think about it. Anzani later told Lerumo that she was considering going, as Phehello can’t harm him from behind bars, but Lerumo warned her not to. Will Phehello cause problems between Anzani and Lerumo?

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand.

You can watch Scandal! by going to the e On Demand section.

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Watch Scandal!every Monday to Friday at 7:30PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvScandal

Mandlakazi and Monwabisi are rushed to hospital while Tsietsi gets his first taste of prison. Ashes To Ashes, weekdays at 8PM

Monday
Mandlakazi and Monwabisi are rushed to hospital. Tsietsi gets his first taste of prison and Nkonzo interrogates him. The media hears about the fall of the Namane family, but Stitch and Damian do their best to protect the Namane name.

Tuesday
The family learns that Monwabisi is stable, but Mandlakazi is in a serious condition. Reba feels guilty and wants to break up with Stitch. Pitso comes to take Mpho home. Damian surprises everyone as he holds down the fort through all the chaos and lack of faith from customers at Namane Funerals.

This is what happened on Ashes To Ashes last season.

Wednesday
Mpho refuses to go back home with his father demanding to be by Monwabisi's bed. Monwabisi bleeds internally and is put on life support. Tsietsi's aunt Nokulunga comes to visit him in jail. Mickey is intercepted at the Australian airport by Interpol. A power surge damages the Namane fridges and Damian has to make a plan in order to keep the bodies cold.

Thursday
Selo learns that he must decide if he will switch off Monwabisi's life support and use his heart for Mandlakazi. Nkonzo reconstructs the shooting incident and questions the Namane family and friends. Nokulunga asks Selo to help Tsietsi. Damian struggles to keep it together after hearing about Monwabisi. A body goes missing at the Namane funerals.

Friday
Selo says his final goodbye to Monwabisi. Reba prevents Bab' Hlongwane from entering the hospital. Mpho is shocked to learn of the decision to turn off Monwabisi's life support. Nkonzo trades information with the Interpol Officer to get Mickey extradited. Tsietsi refuses to talk despite mounting evidence against him.

Watch Ashes To Ashes every Monday to Friday at 8PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #AshesToAshes

Mapula saves Aunt Gadifele from getting arrested for selling liquor with no license. Rhythm City, weekdays 7PM. 

Aunt Gadifele hasn’t been the nicest person to Mapula and the kids. She’s been making them sleep outside so she could have a moment alone with her boyfriend. Things have even gone as far as Gadifele refusing to give the kids food. But no matter how bad things get, Mapula still has her back. 

After Ous’ Maki got stabbed, she called the cops and reported Gadifele. But when the cops arrived to arrest Gadifele for selling alcohol illegally they couldn’t find anything. And when Ous’ Maki insisted that the cops ask Mapula, she denied knowing anything about Gadifele selling alcohol. 

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand to see what happened next. 

This is how you can watch Rhythm City on e On Demand! 

1. Go to the e On Demand section and watch the episode you missed.

Warning: Data costs will apply.

Watch Rhythm City weekdays at 7PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page for regular updates. 

Take control of your destiny and submit your pre-audition entry or online audition video for the country’s biggest talent competition.  #SAGT

If you’re in Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban, complete the online pre-audition form to avoid having to fill in the form on your audition day. You can also email talent@rapidblue.com to request an entry form via email.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PRE-AUDITION APPLICATION 

To audition online simply complete the online form, upload your video and click send. It's that easy!  

For the best possible video submission make sure your video is under 1 minute and a maximum of 15MB in size. Make sure to include your full body in the video so that we can see your full performance and everything that you are doing.

NB: Make sure that you have your video ready to upload before you click on the link and fill in the application. You will not be able to submit your form without uploading the video.

CLICK HERE TO SUMBIT YOUR ONLINE AUDITION VIDEO

CAPE TOWN:
Venue: Belmont Square, Belmont Road, Rondebosch
Dates: Saturday, 30 April & Sunday, 1 May
Time: 7AM – 12PM

JOHANNESBURG:
Venue: eAcademy, Albury Road, Dunkeld West
Dates: Saturday, 7 May & Sunday, 8 May
Time: 7AM – 12PM

DURBAN:
Venue: Olive Convention Centre, 81 Somtseu Road, Durban
Dates: Saturday, 14 May
Times: 7AM – 12PM

Doors open at 7AM and gates close midday at 12PM on the days of the auditions at the venue.

Here’s what you should bring along to your audition:

• Your pre-registration form (if you have pre-registered).
• A photocopy of your ID or birth certificate.
• Under 18s must bring along their guardian(s) with a copy of their ID or proof of guardianship.
• Bring any props or accessories needed for your act and arrive clothed in your costume.
• It will be a long day, so bring along refreshments and a camping chair for comfort.
• You will need to sign a few forms, so bring a pen.

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‘He will pickpocket your mind.’ Who is 5Bob? Find out on Heist Tuesday 9 February at 9:30PM ‪#‎BonaSphetheni‬

Mangi told Dintle that Hector has offered them a place to stay. Scandal!, weekdays at 7:30PM

Last night, Mangi met with Hector who offered him a paid internship at his company and a place for him and Dintle to stay rent-free. Little does he know that this is all part of Hector’s plan to “steal” him from Lucas.

An elated Mangi went to Cole’s where he told Dintle the good news. Dintle was too happy that they would be moving out of the Khumalos house in the township. Mangi urged Dintle to show appreciation to the Khumalos for helping them and she offered to buy Maletsatsi a bunch of flowers.

How will Lucas react when he hears Mangi has moved in with Hector?

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand.

You can watch Scandal! by going to the e On Demand section.

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Watch Scandal!every Monday to Friday at 7:30PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvScandal

After Suffocate lied to Puleng, she turned to Nikki for the truth, which made her lose her baby. Rhythm City, weekdays 7PM.

After months of trying, Puleng finally fell pregnant which was the best news for her and Suffocate. But sadly, their happiness was short lived. Suffocate has been involved in a couple of dodgy dealings that Puleng didn’t know about. She had a bad feeling and asked Suffo what’s really happening, but he lied to her. 

Puleng then turned to Nikki for the truth, but that didn’t end well. Instead of the truth setting Puleng free, it made her miscarry.  

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand to see what happened next. 

This is how you can watch Rhythm City on e On Demand! 

1. Go to the e On Demand section and watch the episode you missed.

Warning: Data costs will apply.

Watch Rhythm City weekdays at 7PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page for regular updates. 

Layla turned against Lucas when she warned Grace not to trust him with her money. Scandal!, weekdays at 7:30PM

Lucas and Layla are supposed to be allies, but Layla had a change of heart last night when she warned Grace against making Lucas her broker on a permanent basis. Grace clarified that she would give Lucas full access to her investment portfolio and Layla hinted that maybe Grace shouldn’t trust a man with her money.

Grace was confused and asked Layla about her sudden change of heart. Layla insisted that Lucas could have an agenda, namely being after Grace’s hotel.

How will Lucas react when he finds out Layla betrayed him?

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand.

You can watch Scandal! by going to the e On Demand section.

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Watch Scandal! every Monday to Friday at 7:30PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvScandal

Puleng has a miscarriage and Suffocate blames his other wife, Nikki. Rhythm City, weekdays 7PM. 

Puleng miscarried while she was at Nikki’s house, demanding answers that Suffo didn’t give her. Nikki couldn’t fight her any longer and ended up telling her the truth about the heist, which caused Puleng to miscarry. 

Suffocate found out that Nikki told Puleng the truth and is now blaming her for the loss of their child. 

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand to see what happened next. 

This is how you can watch Rhythm City on e On Demand! 

1. Go to the e On Demand section and watch the episode you missed.

Warning: Data costs will apply.

Watch Rhythm City weekdays at 7PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page for regular updates. 

Take our quiz to find out how well you remember season 2, before season 3 premieres on Monday, 21 March at 9:30PM.

Umlilo will return with its third season this coming Monday, 21 March. But, before we get into season 3, here’s a recap of season two. 

In season two, the heat was turned all the way up as Khwezi and Welcome put their plan for vengeance into action, and Dumile raced to discover their true identity.  At the end, the Simelane family was left in tatters. Cebisile was dead, Andile and Phindi both narrowly escaped death, Mnqobi’s business was ruined, his assets seized and he shot his only remaining wife, Dumile.

Take our quiz to find out how well you remember season 2 before season 3 premieres on Monday, 21 March in a new timeslot at 9:30PM.  

Didn’t do well with the quiz? No need to worry, watch the video below to help you recap season 2 and get ready for season 3 on Monday at 9:30PM.  

SA’s Got Talent 2016 auditions have been announced, which means plenty of hopefuls are getting ready to follow in the footsteps of Botlhale, Johnny Apple, Tholwana and DJ Arch Jnr. 

Speaking of, let’s take a look at what our past winners have been up to. Who knows? You could be next! 

Botlhale Boikanyo
Botlhale won the hearts of South Africans with her poetry on SA’s Got Talent in 2012. The 14-year-old joined the cast of Scandal! last year, where she plays the role of a teenager called Omphile.

She also won a SAMA in the category Best Traditional Music Album for her album, ‘Spoken Word & Music’ in 2015. She has performed all over the world and even took to the stage at President Jacob Zuma’s inauguration in 2014.  

Johnny Apple
After winning SA's Got Talent in 2013, the 18-year-old R&B singer released his self-titled debut album with Sony Music the following year.

His first single ‘Monday Night’ was co-written by Flash Republic’s Tamara Dey and South African songwriter André Scheepers. And he had the opportunity to support One Direction on their South African tour last year!

Tholwana Mohale
2014 SA’s Got Talent winner Tholwana Mohale released her debut single ‘Hollywood Guy’ late last year.

In an interview she told us, “I came to a new school in Johannesburg, where I am a drama student now. I’ve met a lot of new people that I’m grateful to be working with. I’m signed to Sony music, which is very exciting and has opened many doors for me.”

DJ Arch Jnr
Last year’s winner DJ Arch Jnr has been super busy, performing all over South Africa and throughout Africa.

He recently landed his first big gig and performed alongside DJ Black Coffee at ‘Back to the Old Skool’ in February.  And his SA’s Got Talent audition video gained over 2 million views on YouTube in less than a week. Watch the video here.

Now is the chance to take control of your destiny and submit your pre-audition entry or online audition video for SA’s Got Talent 2016.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PRE-AUDITION APPLICATION

CLICK HERE TO SUMBIT YOUR ONLINE AUDITION VIDEO

Master your talent and you could be South Africa’s next big star! For the latest updates of what’s happening follow SA's Got Talent on Twitter and find us on Facebook.  #SAGT

Ashes To Ashes season 2 kicked off with a bang and if you missed it we’re giving you a chance to catch up. Ashes To Ashes, weekdays at 8PM

One of our most-loved telenovelas, Ashes To Ashes, is now available on e On Demand and you can get up to speed by watching the first five episodes here.

Whether you’re at school, at work or chilling at home, you can watch the first five episodes of Ashes To Ashes on your cellphone, tablet and computer right now!

Here are the episodes you can catch up on:

Episode 1 - Monday, 14 March 2016
Mandlakazi and Monwabisi are rushed to hospital. Mandlakazi asks Selo to make sure Tsietsi doesn't stay in jail. Nkonzo reveals the 'Namane wall of fame'.

Episode 2 - Tuesday, 15 March 2016
Reba tells her aunt about her mother's dying wish. Mandlakazi realises she's going to have to face the terrifying consequences of events that took place nearly three decades ago.

Episode 3 - Wednesday, 16 March 2016
Damian and Stitch warn Violet to stay out of the Kekana saga. Monwabisi takes on the old bull, but he too is no match for Selo. Selo receives proof that he’s being spied on and panics.

Episode 4 - Thursday, 17 March 2016
Stitch risks his job and doesn't want Violet to get into trouble. Monwabisi puts pressure on Mandlakazi to reveal the secret that haunts her, but she postpones coming clean.

Episode 5 – Friday, 18 March 2016
A dangerous man arrives and connects with Selo. Reba meets her new family and seeks to find answers about her mother’s past. Mickey corners Selo about a serious issue that may cost him.

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Watch Ashes To Ashes every Monday to Friday at 8PM. You can also follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #AshesToAshes

Maletsatsi fuelled a fire when she inspired Gontse to start her own business, but Gloria is not having it. Scandal!, weekdays at 7:30PM

Gontse will be out of town for work, yet again, next weekend and neither Gloria nor Ndumiso can babysit for her. Luckily, Maletsatsi offered to step in and told her that the best thing about being her own boss is that she can also work from home. Gontse was inspired and thought that she could also do the same by starting her own events company, meaning she could make some money and look after her baby. Maletsatsi warned her that starting a business is tough, but added that there’s no better time than the present to start.

Later, Gontse garnered both Ndumiso and Gloria’s support for her new venture. When Gontse reached for her cellphone, Gloria realised that Gontse planned to quit her job immediately and urged her to give it some thought.

Watch the full episode now on e On Demand.

You can watch Scandal! by going to the e On Demand section.

Warning: Data costs will apply.

Watch Scandal! every Monday to Friday at 7:30PM. Follow the show on Twitter and like the Facebook page. #etvScandal