African streamer Showmax has revealed “Second Family,” its first original telenovela in Kenya. The series follows the dysfunctional Gatehi – Lang’at families. When 57-year-old billionaire Leo Lang’at ...

The Afrikaans-language adaptation of “The Office” has locked in its premiere date, with “Die Kantoor” set to debut on Showmax ...

It’s been four years since Showmax launched in Kenya. Let’s take a closer look at what this streaming service has to offer now. When Showmax launched in Kenya in 2016, it was an African alternative to ...

“We are doubling down on Africa,” says CEO Marc Jury. “We’ve been here for 38 years, and we intend to be here for a long time still to come. And we feel we’ve got all the best local knowledge in terms ...

With the recent launch of Showmax Pro, sports fans in Kenya are spoilt for choice with live sport events beamed straight to the device of your choice, including your mobile phone. With the MotoGP and ...

This February, Showmax is serving a lineup of brand-new series, blockbuster movies, Emmy-winning stand-up, Grammy-nominated docs and cult-favourite classics to stream. See here for a full list of what ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about how innovation is better in Africa. In a significant first for a streaming video service in Africa, Showmax will ...

MultiChoice South Africa CEO Marc Jury will oversee the streaming service, co-owned by MultiChoice and Comcast, until a permanent head is found. By Georg Szalai Global Business Editor The CEO of ...

The partners' third co-production focuses on a 17-year-old looking for a way out of gang life via South Africa's spinning subculture. By Georg Szalai Global Business Editor In May, James won the best ...

Stay updated with Swisher Post! Read the latest news at Swisher Post Showmax’s June 2025 catalogue is stacked with variety—from Emmy-winning comedies to major blockbusters and standout African ...

The CEO of African streaming service Showmax, co-owned by African pay-TV giant MultiChoice Group and Comcast, has left her role, with a top executive stepping in while the company searches for a ...