We are thrilled to announce that Plaasjapie, produced by afrOkaans for kykNET, has taken home the SAFTA Award for Best Competition Reality Show at the 19th South African Film and Television Awards held on 13 March 2026 in Gallagher Estate.

For us, this recognition goes far beyond a trophy. Plaasjapie was built on a genuine love of South African farming life, Afrikaans culture, and the kind of authentic, character-driven storytelling that unscripted television does best. Seeing that commitment acknowledged by the industry means everything to our team.

afrOkaans was founded on the belief that locally produced unscripted content — rooted in real South African stories — can compete at the highest level. This SAFTA is proof of that.

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to kykNET for their continued partnership and belief in the format, to our extraordinary cast and crew whose dedication made the show what it is, and to the audiences who made Plaasjapie a fixture in South African homes.

This one’s for you. 🌾