Die Oomblik

Synopsis

A docu-reality series following five South African performers preparing for a career-defining event: Afrikaans is Groot 2025. The show explores their emotional journeys and relationships with mentors, family and superfans. More than just performances, it captures vulnerable moments between dreams and reality, celebrating authentic human connections and South African culture.

First Air Date: 2026-02-22

Last Air Date: 2026-03-22

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Networks: VIA

Top Cast

Danie du Toit as Self
Chris von Wielligh as Self
Moskou du Toit as Self
Albert van der Merwe as Self
Karlien van Jaarsveld as Self
Dodo Nyoka as Self
Demi Lee Moore as Self

Seasons

Season 1 (2026)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Spoegwolf (2026-02-22)

The rock band, Spoegwolf, is performing for the first time at the music concert, Afrikaans is Groot. Lead singer, Danie du Toit, opens his home and shows how he and the rest of the band are preparing for the big show.
Ep. 2: Karlien van Jaarsveld (2026-03-01)

Iconic singer Karlien van Jaarsveld has been to every performance of Afrikaans is Groot. This week she gives us a glimpse into her home life and shares her love for her children. She also shows how she prepares to be ready for the stage.
Ep. 3: Dodo Nyoka (2026-03-08)

Just a few years ago, singer Dodo Nyoka was performing in bars. As a little boy who fled Rwanda with his parents, a life in the spotlight was just a dream. He shows what it takes to perform at Afrikaans is Groot.
Ep. 4: Demi Lee Moore (2026-03-15)

One of South Africa's most beloved singers, Demi Lee Moore, takes to the stage this week. She recently became a mother and is performing at Afrikaans is Groot with her little son Beau waiting for her backstage.
Ep. 5: Appel (2026-03-22)

Singer Appel was the writer of big hits for years at Afrikaans is Groot. Today his performance is one of the highlights on stage. He shares his life with us and shows what his preparation looks like to be on stage.
Ep. 6: Afrikaans Is Groot (2026-03-29)

Afrikaans is Groot is the largest music concert in South Africa. Let's take a look at how the organizers manage to make their vision a reality and how much preparation and planning goes into the production.