4 December 2019
1989: The Year That Made Us
Thirty years ago, the world was a different place. Then 1989 happened and everything changed. In one year, the Berlin Wall fell and the Cold War ended; pro-democracy rallies in Tiananmen Square happened; and in South Africa, the first concrete steps are taken towards dismantling apartheid.
The year saw a cultural and digital revolution, too. The World Wide Web was invented, and even though we didn’t know it yet, would forever alter everything about our lives. Bart Simpson was born and Batman and The Little Mermaid became famous.
Tabloid journalism was on the rise, and news journalists broadcast iconic footage and images around the planet. Relive all these incredible moments in this six-part National Geographic series.
Wura, now streaming
Iyanu, coming to Showmax
The best of West Africa
Kalu Ikeagwu on playing the “wild” Jideofor in Cheta M
Kalu Ikeagwu talks about playing the character of King Jideofor in the Showmax Original series Cheta M S2, now streaming. Catch new episodes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
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AMVCA 2025: Watch these nominated titles on Showmax
Showmax is setting the pace with 23 nominated titles at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, all available for streaming.
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Countdown to The Real Housewives of Lagos S3 finale
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Seyi Babatope on his inspiration for Kabiyesi
Seyi Babatope talks about directing the Showmax Original Kabiyesi, and taking ownership of Nigerian stories. Catch new episodes every Friday on Showmax.
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