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The [[Pokémon]] first reached the '''{{wp|South Africa|Republic of South Africa}}''' with the airing of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' on {{wp|SABC 2}} | The [[Pokémon]] franchise first reached the '''{{wp|South Africa|Republic of South Africa}}''' with the airing of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'' on {{wp|SABC 2}} on June 26, 2000. | ||
==Pokémon video games== | ==Pokémon video games== | ||
Most English-language Pokémon games have been released in South Africa. | Most English-language Pokémon games have been released in South Africa. As European consoles and games are sold in South Africa by Nintendo of Europe, new games are released on the same day as in Europe, which is usually around the same time or shortly after their respective releases in {{pmin|the United States}}. Historically, most Pokémon games came out in Europe and South Africa several months after the United States. As of 2024, [https://core.co.za/ The Core Computer Business] is the official distributor of Nintendo in South Africa. As South Africa uses its own rating system, games are rated there by the {{wp|Film and Publication Board}} rather than PEGI. | ||
[[Pokémon GO]] was released in South Africa on October 5, 2016, three months after its release in the United States. | [[Pokémon GO]] was released in South Africa on October 5, 2016, three months after its release in the United States. | ||
==Pokémon anime== | ==Pokémon anime== | ||
[[File:Etv.png|thumb|left|150px|e.tv | [[File:Etv.png|thumb|left|150px|e.tv logo]] | ||
The English dub of the [[Pokémon anime]] has been shown on {{wp|SABC 2 | [[File:Cartoon Network 2010 Logo.png|thumb|right|170px|Cartoon Network logo]] | ||
The English dub of the [[Pokémon anime]] has been shown on {{wp|SABC 2}}, {{wp|e.tv}}, {{wp|M-Net}}, {{wp|Disney XD}}, {{wp|Nicktoons (Africa)|Nicktoons}}, and {{wp|Cartoon Network Africa}} in South Africa. | |||
The first season, ''[[S01|Pokémon: Indigo League]]'', premiered during the Tube programming block on SABC 2. The first 26 episodes of the season aired from June 26 to August 8, 2000 on Mondays through Thursdays at 3:30 PM.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20000605004917/http://www.sabctv.co.za/sabc2/content_main.stm SABC 2] (archived)</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20000831235848/http://www.sabc.co.za/TV/sabc2/000808t2.htm Tuesday 08 August 2000 | SABC 2 Programme Schedules] (archived)</ref> Prior to the launch of the series, the broadcaster had independent researchers evaluate the appeal of the program to the target demographic of children aged 7–12 as well as whether the content was safe for children.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20001017172359/http://www.sabc.co.za/press/indx0200.htm#POKEMON Research on Children's Programme ''Pokemon'' | SABC Press Releases] (archived)</ref> | |||
e.tv | In 2000 and 2001, Pokémon aired on e.tv on weekdays at 4:00 PM,<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20001114233600/http://www.etv.co.za/monthpane.php3 November Programmes | Monthy highlights | e tv online] (archived)</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20010626053010/http://www.etv.co.za/PRESSLIST/0102.html June highlights | Media Release Archive | e tv online] (archived)</ref> which included the premiere of ''[[S02|Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands]]''.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20011119015335/http://www.etv.co.za/PRESSLIST/0081.html e press release | Media Release Archive | e tv online], [https://web.archive.org/web/20011224172004/http://www.etv.co.za/PRESSLIST/0083.html retraction] (archived)</ref> ''[[S03|Pokémon: The Johto Journeys]]'' premiered on e.tv on June 5, 2001, and aired on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 PM.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20010627053454/http://www.etv.co.za/PRESSLIST/0128.html Pokemon is back! | Media Release Archive | e tv online] (archived)</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20011225064746fw_/http://www.etv.co.za/PRESSLIST/0142.html What's up with Pokemon? | Media Release Archive | e tv online] (archived)</ref> | ||
''[[ | Episodes from ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'', ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'' have aired on eToonz+, a sister channel of e.tv. | ||
e.tv began airing episodes from the ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'' on August 4, 2015 every Tuesday at 3:30 PM. ''[[S18|Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest]]'' aired on Disney XD on weekdays from April 25 to May 23, 2016. The 19th season, ''[[S19|Pokémon the Series: XYZ]]'', began airing on e.tv on July 5, 2016. | |||
''[[S20|Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'' premiered on e.tv on June 13, 2017 and completed its run on April 10, 2018. The season also aired on NickToons Africa on weekdays beginning October 2, 2017 and in January 2018.<ref>[https://prsdube16.blogspot.com/2017/09/what-new-in-october-2017-on-nicktoons.html What's New In October 2017 On NickToons Africa | Insidus]</ref><ref>[https://prsdube16.blogspot.com/2017/12/in-january-2018-rose-and-her-friends.html In January 2018 Rose And Her Friends Returns To Your Screens In The Second Season Of Regal Academy Alongside Ash And Pikachu In Pokémon: Sun And Moon On NickToons Africa | Insidus]</ref> ''[[S21|Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures]]'' premiered on e.tv on June 5, 2018 and completed its run on May 14, 2019. ''[[S22|Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Legends]]'' premiered on e.tv on May 21, 2019 and completed its run on June 2, 2020. | |||
''[[S23|Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'' began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:55 PM on September 1, 2020 and completed its run on July 27, 2021. ''[[S24|Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series]]'' began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:55 PM on August 3, 2021, moved to start at 3:45 PM beginning on April 12, 2022, and completed its run on May 17, 2022. ''[[S25|Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series]]'' began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:45 PM beginning on August 2, 2022, and completed its run on August 8, 2023. | |||
Cartoon Network Africa began airing episodes of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'' every weekday at 5:30 PM CAT on October 9, 2023. ''Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures'' began on December 11, 2023, and ''Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Legends'' began on January 15, 2023; both seasons had two episodes aired each weekday at 5:30 PM CAT and 5:50 PM CAT.<ref>[https://www.glitched.online/pokemon-sun-and-moon-debuts-on-cartoon-network-africa-starting-today/ Pokemon Sun and Moon Debuts on Cartoon Network Africa Starting Today]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBaM2j0E4S4 Pokemon Sun & Moon | BRAND NEW on Cartoon Network Africa]</ref> Currently, episodes from ''{{OBP|Pokémon Horizons: The Series|season}}'' have been airing on Cartoon Network Africa every weekday at 5:30 PM CAT since March 25, 2024.<ref>[https://prsdube16.blogspot.com/2024/02/march-2024-on-cartoon-network-across.html March 2024 On Cartoon Network Across Africa | Insidus]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aByzbJ9A-3A Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Promo | Cartoon Network Africa]</ref> | |||
===Pokémon movies=== | ===Pokémon movies=== | ||
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''Arceus and the Jewel of Life'', ''Giratina and the Sky Warrior'', and ''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]'' have previously aired on Disney XD. | ''Arceus and the Jewel of Life'', ''Giratina and the Sky Warrior'', and ''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]'' have previously aired on Disney XD. | ||
''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'', | ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'', ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', and ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]'' premiered on e.tv on October 14, 2016, June 9, 2017, June 1, 2018, and April 1, 2020, respectively. | ||
''[[POKÉMON Detective Pikachu]]'' premiered in theaters on May 17, 2019. | |||
''I Choose You!'' premiered on Cartoon Network Africa on December 2, 2023 at 9:10 AM CAT.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUhNAEd53cs Pokemon I Choose You - This Month | Cartoon Network | DStv]</ref> ''The Power of Us'' premiered on April 1, 2024 at 9:10 AM CAT.<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5Igw-EhzfT/ Cartoon Network Africa (@cnafricaofficial) on Instagram]</ref> ''[[M22|Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution]]'' premiered on May 1, 2024 at 9:10 AM CAT.<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6YTszmJa1t/ Cartoon Network Africa (@cnafricaofficial) on Instagram]</ref> | |||
===VOD services=== | |||
The Pokémon anime is available on [[Netflix]], and was previously available on [[Pokémon TV]]. ''Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution'', ''[[M23|Secrets of the Jungle]]'', ''[[Pokémon: The Arceus Chronicles]]'', and [[Pokémon Concierge]] premiered exclusively on Netflix. | |||
''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', ''[[M14|White—Victini and Zekrom]]'', and ''POKÉMON Detective Pikachu'' were available on {{wp|Showmax}} in South Africa.<ref>[https://twitter.com/ShowmaxOnline/status/1269258521524293632 Tweet from Showmax South Africa (@ShowmaxOnline)]</ref><ref>[https://stories.showmax.com/za/whats-new-on-showmax-in-may-2020 What’s new on Showmax in May 2020]</ref><ref>[https://twitter.com/ShowmaxOnline/status/1058614782650126336 Tweet from Showmax South Africa (@ShowmaxOnline)]</ref> | |||
==Pokémon manga== | ==Pokémon manga== | ||
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==Pokémon Trading Card Game== | ==Pokémon Trading Card Game== | ||
English-language cards for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] are sold in South Africa, with expansions becoming available a few months after their release in the United States. | English-language cards for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] are sold in South Africa, with expansions becoming available a few months after their release in the United States. Solarpop is the current distributor in South Africa, and a participating retailer in the [[Play! Pokémon]] Prerelease Program.<ref>[https://support.pokemon.com/hc/en-us/articles/360001004653-Pokémon-Trading-Card-Game-Resellers Pokémon Trading Card Game Resellers – Pokémon Support]</ref><ref>[https://www.pokemon.com/static-assets/content-assets/cms2/pdf/play-pokemon/rules/play-pokemon-league-handbook-02132024-en.pdf Play! Pokémon League Handbook] (revised February 13, 2024)</ref> | ||
==Pokémon merchandise== | ==Pokémon merchandise== | ||
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==Events== | ==Events== | ||
Several [[event Pokémon]] have made their way to South Africa, including the {{DL|List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V|Summer 2012 Keldeo}}, the {{DL|List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V|International Summer 2013 Shiny | Several [[event Pokémon]] have made their way to South Africa, including the {{DL|List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V|Summer 2012 Keldeo}}, the {{DL|List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V|International Summer 2013 Shiny Pokémon of Myth|Summer 2013 Shiny Pokémon of Myth}}, and the {{DL|List of PAL region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI|Pokémon 20th Anniversary Mythical Pokémon}}. | ||
==External links== | |||
* [http://www.pokemon.co.za/ The official South Africa Pokémon website] (redirects to [[Pokémon.com]]) | |||
* [https://store.nintendo.co.za/collections/pokemon-games Pokémon Games on the Nintendo Online Store South Africa] | |||
* [https://www.solarpop.co.za/PokemonTCG/ Pokémon TCG on Solarpop] | |||
==References== | |||
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Latest revision as of 00:59, 14 August 2024
| Pokémon in South Africa | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Language | English, Afrikaans | |||
| Continent | Africa | |||
| Original anime airdates | ||||
| EP001 | June 26, 2000 | |||
| AG001 | ? | |||
| DP001 | ? | |||
| BW001 | ? | |||
| XY001 | August 4, 2015 | |||
| SM001 | June 13, 2017 | |||
| JN001 | September 1, 2020 | |||
| HZ001 | March 25, 2024 | |||
The Pokémon franchise first reached the Republic of South Africa with the airing of Pokémon - I Choose You! on SABC 2 on June 26, 2000.
Pokémon video games
Most English-language Pokémon games have been released in South Africa. As European consoles and games are sold in South Africa by Nintendo of Europe, new games are released on the same day as in Europe, which is usually around the same time or shortly after their respective releases in the United States. Historically, most Pokémon games came out in Europe and South Africa several months after the United States. As of 2024, The Core Computer Business is the official distributor of Nintendo in South Africa. As South Africa uses its own rating system, games are rated there by the Film and Publication Board rather than PEGI.
Pokémon GO was released in South Africa on October 5, 2016, three months after its release in the United States.
Pokémon anime
The English dub of the Pokémon anime has been shown on SABC 2, e.tv, M-Net, Disney XD, Nicktoons, and Cartoon Network Africa in South Africa.
The first season, Pokémon: Indigo League, premiered during the Tube programming block on SABC 2. The first 26 episodes of the season aired from June 26 to August 8, 2000 on Mondays through Thursdays at 3:30 PM.[1][2] Prior to the launch of the series, the broadcaster had independent researchers evaluate the appeal of the program to the target demographic of children aged 7–12 as well as whether the content was safe for children.[3]
In 2000 and 2001, Pokémon aired on e.tv on weekdays at 4:00 PM,[4][5] which included the premiere of Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands.[6] Pokémon: The Johto Journeys premiered on e.tv on June 5, 2001, and aired on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 PM.[7][8]
Episodes from Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire, Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl, and Pokémon the Series: Black & White have aired on eToonz+, a sister channel of e.tv.
e.tv began airing episodes from the Pokémon the Series: XY on August 4, 2015 every Tuesday at 3:30 PM. Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest aired on Disney XD on weekdays from April 25 to May 23, 2016. The 19th season, Pokémon the Series: XYZ, began airing on e.tv on July 5, 2016.
Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon premiered on e.tv on June 13, 2017 and completed its run on April 10, 2018. The season also aired on NickToons Africa on weekdays beginning October 2, 2017 and in January 2018.[9][10] Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures premiered on e.tv on June 5, 2018 and completed its run on May 14, 2019. Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Legends premiered on e.tv on May 21, 2019 and completed its run on June 2, 2020.
Pokémon Journeys: The Series began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:55 PM on September 1, 2020 and completed its run on July 27, 2021. Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:55 PM on August 3, 2021, moved to start at 3:45 PM beginning on April 12, 2022, and completed its run on May 17, 2022. Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series began airing on e.tv every Tuesday at 3:45 PM beginning on August 2, 2022, and completed its run on August 8, 2023.
Cartoon Network Africa began airing episodes of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon every weekday at 5:30 PM CAT on October 9, 2023. Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures began on December 11, 2023, and Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Legends began on January 15, 2023; both seasons had two episodes aired each weekday at 5:30 PM CAT and 5:50 PM CAT.[11][12] Currently, episodes from Pokémon Horizons: The Series have been airing on Cartoon Network Africa every weekday at 5:30 PM CAT since March 25, 2024.[13][14]
Pokémon movies
Celebi: The Voice of the Forest, Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias, Jirachi: Wish Maker, and Destiny Deoxys have previously aired on M-Net.
Lucario and the Mystery of Mew, Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea, The Rise of Darkrai, Giratina and the Sky Warrior, Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice, and Genesect and the Legend Awakened have previously aired on e.tv or eToonz+.
Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Giratina and the Sky Warrior, and Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction have previously aired on Disney XD.
Hoopa and the Clash of Ages, Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel, I Choose You!, and The Power of Us premiered on e.tv on October 14, 2016, June 9, 2017, June 1, 2018, and April 1, 2020, respectively.
POKÉMON Detective Pikachu premiered in theaters on May 17, 2019.
I Choose You! premiered on Cartoon Network Africa on December 2, 2023 at 9:10 AM CAT.[15] The Power of Us premiered on April 1, 2024 at 9:10 AM CAT.[16] Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution premiered on May 1, 2024 at 9:10 AM CAT.[17]
VOD services
The Pokémon anime is available on Netflix, and was previously available on Pokémon TV. Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution, Secrets of the Jungle, Pokémon: The Arceus Chronicles, and Pokémon Concierge premiered exclusively on Netflix.
Pokémon the Series: Black & White, White—Victini and Zekrom, and POKÉMON Detective Pikachu were available on Showmax in South Africa.[18][19][20]
Pokémon manga
Pokémon manga licensed and translated into English by VIZ Media is available in South Africa. This includes Magical Pokémon Journey, Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!, and the popular Pokémon Adventures series.
Pokémon Trading Card Game
English-language cards for the Pokémon Trading Card Game are sold in South Africa, with expansions becoming available a few months after their release in the United States. Solarpop is the current distributor in South Africa, and a participating retailer in the Play! Pokémon Prerelease Program.[21][22]
Pokémon merchandise
Pokémon Tazos were available in South Africa.
Community
A small number of officially sanctioned Pokémon Leagues and tournaments take place in South Africa. However, unlike players from most countries, South African players are not eligible for Travel Awards to International Championships.
Events
Several event Pokémon have made their way to South Africa, including the Summer 2012 Keldeo, the Summer 2013 Shiny Pokémon of Myth, and the Pokémon 20th Anniversary Mythical Pokémon.
External links
- The official South Africa Pokémon website (redirects to Pokémon.com)
- Pokémon Games on the Nintendo Online Store South Africa
- Pokémon TCG on Solarpop
References
- ↑ SABC 2 (archived)
- ↑ Tuesday 08 August 2000 | SABC 2 Programme Schedules (archived)
- ↑ Research on Children's Programme Pokemon | SABC Press Releases (archived)
- ↑ November Programmes | Monthy highlights | e tv online (archived)
- ↑ June highlights | Media Release Archive | e tv online (archived)
- ↑ e press release | Media Release Archive | e tv online, retraction (archived)
- ↑ Pokemon is back! | Media Release Archive | e tv online (archived)
- ↑ What's up with Pokemon? | Media Release Archive | e tv online (archived)
- ↑ What's New In October 2017 On NickToons Africa | Insidus
- ↑ In January 2018 Rose And Her Friends Returns To Your Screens In The Second Season Of Regal Academy Alongside Ash And Pikachu In Pokémon: Sun And Moon On NickToons Africa | Insidus
- ↑ Pokemon Sun and Moon Debuts on Cartoon Network Africa Starting Today
- ↑ Pokemon Sun & Moon | BRAND NEW on Cartoon Network Africa
- ↑ March 2024 On Cartoon Network Across Africa | Insidus
- ↑ Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Promo | Cartoon Network Africa
- ↑ Pokemon I Choose You - This Month | Cartoon Network | DStv
- ↑ Cartoon Network Africa (@cnafricaofficial) on Instagram
- ↑ Cartoon Network Africa (@cnafricaofficial) on Instagram
- ↑ Tweet from Showmax South Africa (@ShowmaxOnline)
- ↑ What’s new on Showmax in May 2020
- ↑ Tweet from Showmax South Africa (@ShowmaxOnline)
- ↑ Pokémon Trading Card Game Resellers – Pokémon Support
- ↑ Play! Pokémon League Handbook (revised February 13, 2024)
| The Pokémon franchise around the world | |
|---|---|
| Africa: | South Africa |
| The Americas: | Brazil • Canada • Latin America • United States |
| Asia: | Greater China • Indonesia • Japan • Malaysia • Philippines • Singapore • South Asia • South Korea • Thailand • Vietnam |
| Europe: | Albania • Belgium • Bulgaria • Croatia • Czech Republic • Denmark • Finland • France • Germany • Greece Hungary • Iceland • Ireland • Italy • Latvia • Lithuania • Netherlands • North Macedonia • Norway • Poland Portugal • Romania • Russia • Serbia • Slovakia • Spain • Sweden • Ukraine • United Kingdom |
| Middle East: | Arab world • Israel • Turkey |
| Oceania: | Australia • New Zealand |
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This article is part of Project Globe, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on the Pokémon franchise around the world. |
