* One of the most popular singing competitions in South Africa
* Reality TV show that has been broadcasting since 2002
* Winner receives a recording contract with Universal Music
2. The Voice South Africa
* Reality TV singing competition similar to The Voice in other countries
* Launched in 2016
* Winner receives a recording contract with Universal Music Africa
3. SA's Got Talent
* Talent show that includes singers as well as other talents
* Has been broadcast since 2009
* Winner receives a cash prize and a performance contract
4. X Factor South Africa
* Singing competition modeled after the international X Factor franchise
* Aired for one season in 2015
* Winner received a recording contract and mentorship from Sony Music
5. The Masked Singer South Africa
* Unique singing competition where contestants perform masked
* Launched in 2020
* Winner revealed at the end of the season and prizes a singing contract
Apart from these major televised competitions, numerous smaller-scale singing contests and talent shows take place annually throughout South Africa.