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The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Derek Bbanga reflects on his role in The Chocolate Empire

Derek Bbanga talks about his role as Mike in the Kenyan Showmax Original The Chocolate Empire. All episodes are now available to binge.

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BOBO on Showmax

Kenyan filmmaker to debut feature film BOBO on Showmax

Watch the trailer for the Kenyan Showmax film BOBO fresh from its premiere at the 2025 Joburg Film Festival, and streaming from 23 May 2025.

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Untying Kantai on Showmax

Showmax Original Untying Kantai shines at the 11th AMVCAs

Kenyan Showmax Original Untying Kantai wins Best Writing TV Series award at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards held in Lagos. 

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AMVCAs now on Showmax

Missed the 11th AMVCAs? Watch the awards on Showmax

Showmax will stream the full broadcast of the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards from 14 May 2025.

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The Mommy Club NBO on Showmax

The Mommy Club NBO

The Mommy Club NBO is the fifth instalment of the record-breaking Mommy Club franchise. Stream from 30 May on Showmax, with new episodes every Friday.

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The Mommy Club NBO on Showmax

Meet the cast of The Mommy Club NBO, coming soon to Showmax

Showmax announces The Mommy Club NBO, the fifth instalment of The Mommy Club franchise, landing 30 May on Showmax, with new episodes every Friday.

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Jackie Kaboi from The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Jackie Kaboi on The Chocolate Empire and her advice for Gen Z

Jackie Kaboi talks about starring in the Showmax Original series The Chocolate Empire, and gives advice to Gen Z content creators.

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The Mommy Club: Tanzania is on Showmax

The Mommy Club Tanzania

One of Showmax’s biggest Original reality shows, The Mommy Club, heads to Tanzania where five celebrated actresses balance motherhood, careers, and friendships.

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The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Ann Muli spills on her challenging role in The Chocolate Empire

Ann Muli reflects on her role as Lily and meeting her idols Jimmy Gathu and Sanaipei Tande in the Showmax crime drama The Chocolate Empire, now streaming on Showmax.

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Take Me Home S2 on Showmax

Producer Sammy Dee speaks on Take Me Home S2

Sammy Dee talks about producing the reality dating show Take Me Home S2, now available for streaming. New episodes are land every Friday on Showmax.

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The Mommy Club: Tanzania on Showmax

Showmax expands The Mommy Club franchise with The Mommy Club Tanzania

Showmax announces The Mommy Club Tanzania, the latest addition to The Mommy Club franchise, premiering 25 April 2025.

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Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Kenyan actress Amalie Chopetta wins global award for voiceover performance in Showmax Original Outlaws

Amalie Chopetta wins the 2025 Hermes Award for her exceptional voice work dubbing Outlaws into Kiswahili from Sesotho and isiZulu.

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The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

“I give it 110%”: Sanaipei on joining The Chocolate Empire

Sanaipei Tande talks about her role in the gripping crime drama The Chocolate Empire, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Thursday.

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Princess on a Hill is on Showmax

Showmax Originals secure nominations at 11th AMVCAs

Showmax Originals Princess on a Hill, Cheta M, Style Magnate, Wa Milele, Subterranea, and Untying Kantai are making waves at this year’s AMVCAs, earning 12 nominations.

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The Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Producer Grace Kahaki on developing The Chocolate Empire

Grace Kahaki talks about producing the new Showmax drama series The Chocolate Empire, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Thursday.

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The Chocolate Empire S1 on Showmax

The Chocolate Empire S1

Jimmy Gathu plays a formerly successful businessman who is newly released from prison in this drama that uncovers the sacrifices and deception it takes to get to the top.

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Chocolate Empire on Showmax

Jimmy Gathu spills on life, luxury, and The Chocolate Empire

Jimmy Gathu reflects on life, career and his lead role in Showmax Original The Chocolate Empire. Streaming from 20 March on Showmax, with new episodes every Thursday.

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Jacob's Daughter on Showmax

International Women’s Month: Powerful storytelling on Showmax

In celebration of International Women’s Month, here are must-see shows with strong women, available to stream on Showmax.

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Take Me Home S2 on Showmax

Dance General on finding closure and love on Take Me Home S2

Dance General talks about reuniting with Joisij Smile and finding love on Take Me Home S2, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Friday.

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Chocolate Empire S1 on Showmax

The Chocolate Empire S1

The Chocolate Empire follows JB Mauzo, who was recently released from prison, as he rebuilds his life. All the episodes are ready to binge on Showmax.

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The Chocolate Empire S1 on Showmax

See the trailer for Showmax’s The Chocolate Empire

Showmax announces a gripping new Kenyan crime drama, The Chocolate Empire, from the creators of Single Kiasi, premiering on 20 March, with new episodes released every Thursday.

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Take Me Home S2 on Showmax

Tyler Mbaya on reuniting with Georgina in Take Me Home S2

Kenyan actor Tyler Mbaya talks about his journey of self-discovery and reuniting with his ex in the latest season of the hit reality dating show Take Me Home on Showmax. New episodes every Friday.

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Salaam Dar on Showmax

Salaam Dar S1

Dancer Salima moves to Dar es Salaam, where she faces family tensions, harassment, and rivalry until a viral video propels her to fame. Can she hold onto her dreams?

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Showmax presents Tyla

Tyla: Live on Showmax (2024)

For fans who missed the Grammy-winning Amapiano superstar’s sold-out shows, this concert offers a final chance to be part of Tyla’s magical tour.

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