Best South African reality series

The Bachelor SA (2019)

South Africa’s first Bachelor, in the locally produced edition of this reality dating series, meets 24 beautiful, diverse and accomplished women in the search for love. At the end of each episode, the women who made an impression and receive a red rose from Lee stay on, while those who don’t move on

Young, Famous & African (2022)

This reality series follows a crew of famed, affluent stars as they work and play, flirt and feud in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Survivor South Africa (2006)

Survivor South Africa is a South African version of the global reality competition Survivor created by Charlie Parsons, in which contestants are isolated in the wilderness and compete for cash and other prizes.

The Ultimatum: South Africa (2024)

A six-way partner-swap sparks wild attractions and tearful betrayals. Participants choose whom to love and leave in this heart-pounding experiment.

Die Real Housewives van Pretoria (2022)

A reality series that gives an exclusive look and follows the lives of 6 unique, interesting and dynamic women from Pretoria and their lavish lifestyles.

Op My Eish! (2021)

A fresh and exciting reality show where single ladies can possibly be introduce to an attractive, successful and famous man.

Secret Story Afrique (2024)

Renovation Wild (2023)

Follows safari camp owners Grant and Lynsey Cummings and their children as they take on the challenges that are unique like remodeling dilapidated lodges on their remote Zambia property.

Love Never Lies: South Africa (2024)

In South Africa's first dating show of its kind, six couples face temptations — and a ruthless lie detector — in the ultimate relationship test.

The Real Housewives of Johannesburg (2018)

Take a look into the lives of six fiery, glamorous and wealthy Johannesburg women, from their luxurious homes to their prestigious family life, and all the drama that comes with being rich.

The Real Housewives of Durban (2021)

The Real Housewives of Durban (abbreviated RHODurban) is a South African reality television series that focuses on the personal and professional lives of several women living in Durban, South Africa.

The Real Housewives of Cape Town (2022)

Focuses on the personal and professional lives of several women living in Cape Town, South Africa.

The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip - South Africa (2024)

The series follows several women from The Real Housewives franchise as they vacation together.

Come Dine With Me: South Africa (2011)

Come Dine With Me South Africa is a South African cooking reality competition television series based on the British series Come Dine With Me and produced by Rapid Blue which follows four people who have never previously met as they snoop around each other's homes, sample each other's cooking and pass judgment on each other's entertaining skills.

Love Island (2021)

Sizzling singles hook up at an idyllic villa in the Cape in this local version of the internationally popular reality series Love Island. As the “Islanders” embark on the ultimate journey to try and find the perfect love, host Leandie du Randt will introduce the show’s secret twists, plots and love matchups, while the witty Warren Robertson navigates their love journey.

The Bachelor (SA) (2019)

South Africa’s first Bachelor, in the locally produced edition of this reality dating series, meets 24 beautiful, diverse and accomplished women in the search for love. At the end of each episode, the women who made an impression and receive a red rose from Lee stay on, while those who don’t move on

NU'EST Road (2019)

'NU'EST Road' is a reality show that features all five members go on a friendship journey to discover unknown travel destinations and create precious memories together.

The Great South African Bake Off (2015)

The Great South African Bake Off is a South African culinary reality competition series based on the international format which features a nationwide search to find and crown South Africa's best amateur baker.

Africa's Next Top Model (2013)

Africa's Next Top Model is a reality television show in which a number of women compete for the title of Africa's Next Top Model and a chance to start their career in the modeling industry. The show will be hosted by supermodel Oluchi Onweagba, and will feature aspiring models from a wide variety of counties all over the African continent.

The Call (2018)

Music variety game show, originally airing on Mnet and their simulcast on tvN every Friday nights, starting from May 4, 2018. This never before seen show aims to create a music collaboration with existing Korean artists from different genres. They will be sending love calls to their collaboration partner and produce a new song together

The Ultimate Braai Master (2012)

Teams of two trek the great outdoors and barbecue their best dishes in hopes of attaining culinary glory and cash prizes in this cooking competition.

Die Real Housewives van die Wynlande (2023)

A reality series that gives an exclusive look and follows the lives of 6 unique, interesting and dynamic women from the Winelands and their lavish lifestyles.

JYP Sixteen (2015)

Survivor South Africa (2006)

Klankbank (2023)

A music games program where three players must work together to rob the bank of cash. But only one can win and stand a chance of taking home up to R120 000 in cash. This is a game full of excitement, full of betrayal and will test human greed to the limit.

The Real Housewives of Gqeberha (2023)

Set in a city known for its stunning coastlines and friendly residents, the cast of RHOGQ are ready to show viewers a side to Gqeberha that they have never seen before, one where the circles are tight and where the women bond through power.

Die Groot Afskud (2023)

Six overweight contestants are pushed to their limits over six grueling months to shed those kilos once and for all. The team that loses the most weight wins a cash prize of R300 000.

IZ*ONE CHU (2018)

A reality program about the preparation process of the debut of the global idol girl group, IZ*ONE, born through 'Produce 48.'

MasterChef South Africa (2012)

South Africa's answer to the hugely popular cookery show

Laugh Out Loud (2005)

A team of scheming pranksters - The Sucker Squad - armed with lollipops is on the loose. Their aim is to create some of South Africa's funniest moments by playing out hoaxes using hidden cameras. No one is safe, not the guy on the street, and certainly not SA's favourite celebrities.