e.tv Cancels SAFTA Winning Soapie, Scandal. Image: e.tv.
(The Post News)-Unexpectedly, e.tv has declared that its popular and lengthy television show Scandal! will no longer air. One of South Africa’s most recognizable weekly drama shows will finally come to an end when the station announces that the last episode will run in June 2026.
A lot of viewers were caught off guard when the announcement was made on Friday, September 26. Scandal!, which airs Monday through Friday nights, has been a mainstay of e.tv’s primetime program for almost 20 years. The show, which has earned millions of viewers over the years and greatly influenced local programming, is well-known for its compelling plots, dramatic turns, and educational content.
The decision, according to them, was reached following a thorough analysis of its material and was brought about by the needs of a changing programming industry. The channel claims that Scandal! is approaching the end of its normal development cycle and that continuous narrative appraisal is necessary due to the quickly evolving media landscape.
Scandal Completed Innovative Adventure
According to the statement, because the TV industry is always changing, broadcasters must regularly assess each program and their plans. “After a thorough analysis, we think Scandal! has completed its innovative adventure and reached its end.” Helga Palmer, eMedia’s Head of Local Content and Strategy, reflected on the program’s history with joy and appreciation.
Palmer said that in addition to becoming one of their most watched shows, Scandal! has a big influence on South African pop culture. Moreover, they are incredibly pleased with what the show has accomplished, from addressing real-life current concerns to entertaining millions of viewers night after night.
A significant phase in the Southern history of television is coming to a close as Scandal! is ready to leave the small screen. This chapter was full of gripping drama, enduring characters, and tales that captured the victories and struggles of daily life.
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