Gaming continues to be one of the biggest industries in South Africa, bringing the best AAA games and technology into the country. As a result, the eSports scene has also continued to thrive, thanks to many brands and contributors, including Telkom. Having launched VS Gaming Weekly to much fanfare, the team returns today, 1 November, for the start of Season 4 of South Africa’s favourite eSports show.
Telkom’s Longstanding Impact on the SA Gaming Scene
Having been a critical factor in the gaming scene in South Africa for decades, Telkom continues to redefine gaming in the country, supporting many talents, events, shows, and all things gaming-related. The company’s renewed efforts through the latest season of VS Gaming Weekly it re-establishes its mission to “break down barriers in gaming and offer a platform that gives viewers an all-access pass to the vibrant world of esports by showcasing player journeys, gaming culture, the latest in gaming news and trends, and the ever-growing esports ecosystem”.
Familiar Faces and New Talents Join the Show
In the fourth season, the team welcomes back George “Okay Wasabi” Mnguni and Sibu Mpanza. The panel of gamers has been expanded with new talents, including Julia Robson, Daniel Jenneker, and Canton Parker. Each brings their own unique gaming experience and insights to the show. The team are set to take viewers on a thrilling adventure, including exciting segments while offering handy tips and tricks for pro gamers to help them dominate their next tournament.
There will be special guest appearances throughout the season. These include prominent South African celebrities and athletes such as Sikelelwa Vuyeleni, Aphiwe Mkefe, Kamogelo Maseko and Muzi, just to name a few.
Expanding the Game Line-Up for S4
Telkom’s VS Gaming has hosted numerous tournaments over the years and continues to register new talents across various games. The list of games include Call of Duty, CS:GO, DotA 2, EA Sports FC, League of Legends, Mortal Kombat, Overwatch and many more. So, whether you’re just starting out or are a hardcore, seasoned gamer, VS Gaming remains the home of online gaming in South Africa.
Many fantastic leagues spawn from each of these games listed. This includes the Racing Rig Challenge, which is set to deliver adrenaline-filled racing competitions for gamers across various games and virtual tracks. Next is the eDiski Season 7 tournament, bringing the thrills from the live football pitch to the eSports arena. Rocket League continues to be one of the more popular tournaments in the VS Gaming space with its unique blend of football, racing, and acrobatics with a key focus on teamwork.
The High School Esports League (HSEL) is back in S4, providing a great opportunity for young gamers to compete at the top among their peers. It aims to promote a sense of community and sportsmanship. Lastly, there’s the Masters S9. This is the top tier of talent in the country, each competing for supremacy in the various games, “elevating the competition to new heights and showcasing the best of the best in the esports landscape.”
CMO at Telkkom, Gugu Mthembu, shared her thoughts on the build-up and excitement of the latest season of VS Gaming Weekly:
“At Telkom, we are dedicated to nurturing the esports community and providing a platform where gamers of all levels can shine through VS Gaming. Season 4 promises to be our best yet, with fresh talent, new leagues, and exciting guest appearances to elevate the gaming experience for everyone.”
When and Where to Watch
VS Gaming Weekly returns to South African television every Friday, starting 1 November on SABC 1. It can also be streamed via SABC+ where you can catch all the action-packed episodes from this season. For more information and signing up for the challenge in your favourite games, visit VSGaming.co.za or follow the official Telkom social media pages @vsgamingworld.
Th new talent means the show will have some interesting topics and vibes!
Having a female on the panel representing us female gamers out there is what i am looking forward too.
Looking forward to having a female host,catching her insights and showing that females have a place in the gaming world.
My favorite aspect of what’s to come in season 4 of VS Gaming Weekly: The High School Esports League (HSEL) feature – it is great that we are giving local young people a opportunity to compete and help promote a sense of community
The high school e-sports league and seeing the new generation of gamers coming through
Howzit? I’ll be a brand new VS Gaming viewer…I’m 49 year old boy child who wants to rekindle the love of gaming. Eish, life is lifing and my shoes are busted. #VSGaming
The special guest appearances is a highlight for me
The racing rigs
My favourite aspect is the eDiski special guests! Can’t wait!!
Great to see a platform where Gaming in a S.A. context is showcased!
Woohoo! VS Gaming Weekly is back and we can finally get our gaming culture scoop and all the current news and trends in gaming – as well as local takes on the professional gaming journeys.
Whoop whoop! VS Gaming Weekly is back! Now I have something awesome to watch again!
RACING RIG CHALLENGE
Love seeing all the new games on E-sports that is available in South Africa
Glad there is a large Communications Company like Telkom that is sponsoring E-Sports in South Africa.
fans can play against the “experts” of the VS Weekly gaming Team.
Listen to Julia Robson as a her favorite fan all about E-sports. Seen her at all the E-Sports shows. Missing all the LAN parties.
My favourite aspect is the High School Esports League (HSEL), my son is in his school esports team and having this there helps to promote the online gaming community, so very close to home this aspect of the VS Gaming
My favorite part is the fact that the fans gets a chance to play with the VS Gaming Weekly team
It is cool to see all the pros and how they approach all the games.
To see how the pros play and guest appearances.
The new game lineup is my favorite
I love that this platform gives viewers an all-access pass to the vibrant world of esports, and my favourite part is seeing the amazing and talented guest appearances.
The fully kitted racing rigs!
Guest appearances and to see how the pros play
Exciting news! Looking forward to seeing one of my favs Julia Robson and the squad talking about all things gaming, would really help me keep in touch with the local gaming scene, I’ve been out of it for a bit so will be cool to check it out!
Loving the sense of community it creates, events like this help connect like minded people!
I’m excited for the new season, I’m looking forward to the gaming tips and surprise guests. Also the different games to play, from 1st person shooters, racing and fighting games and keeping up with the latest news on gaming in SA.
To see How the pros play and guest appearances
Looking forward to the special guest appearances as well as the games being featured, especially COD!
It aims to promote a sense of community and sportsmanship
The new season will have celebrity and athletes guest appearances throughout the season. Two of my favourite gamers on the panel Caton Parker and Julia Robson. I can even catch up on an episode I missed and still be in the loop of all things gaming!
Super excited for Master S09!!!
Its a blast to experience that as a total beginner they relate and understand and gives me the ability to experience gaming with my child and being a cool aunty that knows how to play VS Gaming is such a delight.
The handy tips and tricks for pro gamers to dominate their next tournament is an amazing feature to the new Telkom VS gaming weekly show for sure
My favourite aspect would have to be new game line up like mortal kombat and league of legends.
The celebrity guests and the ever expanding gaming selection. This keeps us tuning in for more.
With the new Call Of Duty that has just dropped, I am keen to see what our local competitors can do. Also named on the new hosts who have joined, have been a fan of Bish (Julia) for a long time!
I love the surprise guests
The High School Esports League (HSEL) is back in S4, providing a great opportunity for young gamers to compete at the top among their peers.
The best part of the series is to have something as well to watch instead of sports, someting for gamers only.
Latest in gaming news and trends
Season 4 and the show as a whole is helping grow our own RSA take on video gaming culture and help cultivate gaming, special guests that are gamers are always great to see and fun to watch :)
I love the surprise guest appearances!
In the fourth season, the team welcomes back George “Okay Wasabi” Mnguni and Sibu Mpanza. The panel of gamers has been expanded with new talents, including Julia Robson, Daniel Jenneker, and Canton Parker. Each brings their own unique gaming experience and insights to the show.
The surprise guest appearances are by far my favourite aspect of season 4. It’s entertaining to watch them and I can visualise my gaming through them as they are also just beginners. Their inspiration and words of wisdom will encourage us all during season 4 of Telkom VS Gaming Weekly!
My favorite aspect of what’s to come in season 4 of VS Gaming Weekly would have to be a feature on Masters S09.