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Show Name: | Idols South Africa (Idols SA) |
Genre: | Reality television series |
Channel: | Mzansi Magic (161) |
Original Release: | 10 March 2002 |
Running Time: | 2 hours |
Presenter / Host: | ProVerb (2010–present) |
Judges: | Randall Abrahams (2003–present) Unathi Nkayi (2011–present) (2015–present) |
Executive producer(s): | ProVerb, Nick Warren |
Created by: | Simon Fuller |
Idols SA, South African reality television series in which aspiring singers competed for a recording contract and more than 1 Million in prizes. Following its debut on 10 March 2002, Idols SA became one of the most-watched shows in South Africa.
The show air on Mzansi Magic (161) and is based on the popular British show Pop Idol.
Idols SA is hosted by rapper and television personality, ProVerb, real name Tebogo Thekisho.
Idols SA’s team of judges includes radio and television personality, Randall Abrahams, singer Unathi Msengana, and choreographer Somizi Mhlongo.
Here are the full list of Idols SA winners from season 1 to season 16:
What time should I get to the auditions and what should I bring?
Participants should get to the venue early, as there are long queues. Registration opens at 8am and hopefuls should bring their IDs or proof of identification. Participants should bring food, some water to keep hydrated and a song that suits their voices.
Who should audition?
Only South African citizens aged between 16 and 30 years are eligible to enter the competition. Minors (16 and 17 years) must have written consent signed by a parent or guardian. Singers who auditioned in previous seasons are allowed to re-enter, but not anyone from a previous Top 10. Singers who auditioned in previous seasons are allowed to re-enter, but participants who appeared in previous Top 10 editions are not welcome.
Will I be able to watch my audition?
All auditions that make it to the judges round will be screened on Idols Extra and will also be available here (link is external).
When does voting start?
Voting will open during live shows at the Top 16 phase of the competition.
How is voting done?
All voting details will be communicated in the first Top 16 show and the terms and conditions will then be made available on the Idols SA website (link is external).
Idols SA’s on Instagram and Twitter, it’s official handle is @idolssa.
For more information visit: www.idolssa.tv
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