Singers, dancers, comedians, variety acts, and other performers competed against each other for audience support.

The first series of the talent show began on 1 October 2009 and was broadcast weekly with a live semi-finals and final on 12 November 2009.

The auditions take place in front of the judges and a live audience at a different city across South Africa.

The judges then choose between the second and third most popular acts, with the winner of that vote also gaining a place in the final.

The first contestant to get the gold buzzer was Henno William when he sang the song 'Let it be' in the 3rd episode of season 6.