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Why does streaming sometimes lag behind live TV?

If you’ve heard the neighbours yell “Goal” before you’ve caught the moment on live streaming, here’s why. 

How does Showmax work?

Showmax is a streaming service with the best movies and series in Africa. Find out about Showmax plans, pricing, packages and more.

Showmax completes M-Pesa integration with its relaunch in Kenya

African streaming platform Showmax integrates M-Pesa, offering customers quick and easy access to the catalogue that includes four new Kenyan Originals.

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Pay for Showmax in Kenya with M-Pesa

M-Pesa is the easy way to pay for Showmax in Kenya.

How do I watch Showmax on DStv?

You’ve heard about Showmax and now you want to try it for yourself? Here’s what you need to know.

Your guide to Showmax and the DStv Explora

Got questions about using Showmax with your DStv Explora in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya? We answer them all right here!

Have an idea for a Showmax Original?

Do you have an idea that you think could be the next Crime and Justice, or a worthy successor to Life with Kelly Khumalo? Here’s how to submit an unsolicited proposal for a Showmax Original. 

How to pay for Showmax

Don’t have a credit card? Shy when it comes to making online payments? No problem – you can still get Showmax.

5 things to know about the new Showmax

Welcome to the new Showmax. Here’s what you need to know. 

How to set up a Showmax Profile for your kids

Make sure your kids are protected from inappropriate content using Showmax’s Profiles feature.

How to download with Showmax: everything you need to know

Showmax downloads are only available on phones and tablets – here’s how it works. 

Pay for Showmax in Kenya easily using USSD

African streamer Showmax drives accessibility and affordability with multiple payment methods, including M-Pesa via USSD.

How to watch Showmax on the smart TV app

Here’s how to use the Showmax app on your smart TV so that you can stream on the big screen – and what to do if you don’t have a smart TV. 

How to save data on Showmax using bandwidth capping and downloads

Showmax‘s bandwidth capping and downloads features can dramatically reduce how much data is needed to stream.

What devices can I use?

Find out which devices you can watch Showmax on, as well as how to manage them and how to save data. 

Why do shows leave Showmax?

It’s frustrating when a series or movie you’ve been watching on Showmax isn’t available any more. So why does this happen?

Does Showmax have subtitles?

Yes, Showmax does have subtitles for the best series and movies, and they’re in English. Unfortunately, not every single show will have subtitles.