South African TV icon and former beauty queen Basetsana Kumalo is filled with joy and gratitude as she returns to one of the country's most loved lifestyle shows. top billing, It is set to return to screens this April 2026.
new season of top billing Airs Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 19:00 on S3. The show will be repeated every Sunday at 13:00 on S3, as well as rebroadcast every Tuesday at 21:30 on SABC 1. Viewers can once again enjoy the iconic program after being off air for years.
In a joint post shared with SABC 3, top billingSABC 1 and Dr. Michael Mole and Basetsana Kumalo, the team announced their return.
“After years away from your screens… we're finally back. #TopBilling returns, bigger, better, and by popular demand. From spectacular homes to inspiring stories, the shows you love are ready to take their place in your weekly lineup. This return is powered by you, our #TopBilling family, who never stopped asking for more.”
He added, “Don't miss the premiere: Thursday, April 30 at 7PM S3. The wait is over. Tune in.”
according to sabc 3, top billing, South Africa's iconic lifestyle show returns this month after a long hiatus.
For nearly three decades, the show has defined what it means to live “the best good life.” From luxury homes and dream travel destinations to inspiring local success stories and unforgettable celebrity moments, Top Billing became a cultural institution. It is known for celebrating ambitious lives, world-class storytelling and South African excellence.
A fresh focus on modern South Africa
The new season highlights young, urban South Africans shaping the future through creativity, collaboration and innovation.
With strong lifestyle themes, the show will explore how people live, express themselves and connect with culture. From design and travel to entrepreneurship and innovation, top billing It continues to demonstrate how South Africans live and dream.
The program showcases an inspiring yet relatable lifestyle, giving viewers a fresh and accessible perspective.
“We are incredibly excited to bring Top Billing back to South African screens,” says Patience Stevens, Managing Director of Cardova Productions and Executive Producer of Top Billing.
“This show has always been about celebrating what's possible. Bringing it back now, at a time when inspiring local stories matter more than ever, feels incredibly special. We're honoring the legacy while creating something that feels fresh, relevant and deeply connected with today's audiences.”