by Thinus Ferreira
eMedia's Openview satellite service has renamed its Proud bouquet, offering gay content, the Edge bouquet, with the OUTtv channel that is getting ready to debut The G-List from the end of the month as a new show that it commissioned and filmed in South Africa.
About the bouquet name change, Openview says that the Edge bouquet "embraces diversity and inclusion with a colourful world of exclusive content and has something for everyone".
"Reflecting the dynamic and inclusive nature of the content and programming on the channels found on the bouquet, Edge symbolizes a forward-thinking approach, pushing boundaries and embracing a variety of perspectives".
"The Edge bouquet is our way of broadening our scope while staying true to our commitment to quality entertainment and representation."
Meanwhile OUTtv getting ready to debut its South African-filmed original series, The G-List at the end of October.
The G-List is described as "a captivating reality series that delves into the lives of three dynamic queer
individuals navigating the vibrant world of South African entertainment and media: Kyle Clark, a charismatic media mogul and brand influencer; Mthaux, a bold, non-binary fashionista challenging norms; and Lula Odiba, a vivacious YFM DJ blazing a trail for women in broadcast".
The G-List will offer an "intimate look at their lives in the spotlight. With humour, heart, and plenty of drama as "as a riveting exploration of success, identity, and the pursuit of dreams in the colourful realm of South African media and entertainment and the country's bustling LGBTQI scene".
Openview says the first episode of The G-List will also be available for streaming on e.tv's eVOD service.
The Edge bouquet has a free 3-day trial period after which a monthly subscription fee applies. There is also a 2-hour open window period daily between 21:00 and 23:00 for viewers to sample-watch the channel's content.
