1976 in South African television

This is a list of South African television-related events in 1976.

Events 5 January - after a year of experimental broadcasts in the main cities, South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) television service officially opened nationwide.Africa Institute Bulletin, Volume 11, 1973, p. 155

Debuts South Africa's first television soap opera The Dingleys is aired, and is panned by critics and audiences.

Television shows 1970s Haas Das se Nuuskas (1976–1980)

Ending this year No shows ending this year.

Births 9 February — Colin Moss, actor and television host

See also 1976 in South Africa

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