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10 game-changing shows to celebrate Showmax turning 10

Stream these original titles to celebrate Showmax turning 10. A decade later, streaming service has since expanded to 44 African countries.

The Mommy Club NBO star Lynne Njihia on being a Gen Z mother

The Mommy Club NBO star Lynne Njihia talks about dealing with online trolls, being a young mother, and her thoughts on showing her daughter's face online. All episodes are streaming on Showmax.

Sammy Okore gets candid on his breakout role in Reckless 

Sammy Okore is back on screen in Showmax Original youth drama Reckless, now streaming, with new episodes on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Vaal Riviera

Vaal Riviera follows four Afrikaans families living in the heart of Vaal River society, where family, business, car racing and legacy all come into play. Stream from 22 August, with new episodes on Tuesdays.

Pierra Makena on single motherhood and being in the public eye

The Mommy Club NBO's Pierra Makena is living her best life - acting, DJing and now starring in the Showmax Original reality show about moms who have - and do - it all.

Reckless star Brian Abajah spills on his latest role

Brian Abajah talks about his rising career and his role in Showmax's Reckless. Catch new episodes every Monday on Showmax.

Showmax Originals dominate at ZIFF 2025

Showmax Originals triumphed at the Zanzibar International Film Festival 2025, with Subterranea, The Chocolate Empire, and Jacob’s Daughters winning top awards for storytelling and performance.

Reckless S1

In Reckless, a wealthy family's empire is at stake when two brothers' street-racing leads to tragedy. New episodes land on Mondays only on Showmax.

5 reasons to pick up HBO’s Telemarketers

Scam caller alert! Five reasons to find out who’s really cashing in on a job that everyone hates, in the HBO documentary series The Telemarketers.

The Valley S2

Their lives might have slowed down, but the drama hasn't. Vanderpump Rules's former West Hollywood partygoers embrace the next chapter of their lives in the Valley.

Law & Order S23-24

The original Law & Order resumes its classic two-part approach following both the police who investigate crimes and the DAs who prosecute them.

Love Island UK S12

Gorgeous singles live in a luxury villa - with the added possibility of meeting their soul mate - in this fun and flirty reality series.

Matlock S1

Retired 70-year-old Madeline Matlock rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her wily tactics to win cases and expose wrongdoing in this hit reboot.

Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together S1

Follow the electrifying journey of Nelly and Ashanti as the beloved couple reignite their love while navigating the ups and downs of being newlyweds and parents.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta S16

These sassy women of Atlanta's entrepreneurial spirits are in full bloom as they juggle their personal and professional lives, along with their busy social calendars.

Love Island USA S5-7

The American version of the hit show moves the action to Las Vegas, but the premise remains: the most beloved couple will sashay away with $100 000.

Minne Kariuki on Single Kiasi and The Real Housewives of Nairobi

Minne Kariuki talks about her role in Single Kiasi Season 3 and what her character Mariah would think of The Real Housewives of Nairobi.

Lenana Kariba on filming intimate scenes on Single Kiasi

Lenana Kariba talks about reprising his role as Nick in Single Kiasi S3 and filming intimate scenes. New episodes every week on Showmax.

Faith Kibathi on reuniting with Lenana Kariba on Single Kiasi S3

Stream brand-new episodes of Single Kiasi Season 3 every Tuesday, only on Showmax, to see Rebecca and Nick reuniting!

Single Kiasi

Sintamei, Mariah and Rebecca are three close friends living in Nairobi, each with their own troubles. Stream new episodes only on Showmax.

Single Kiasi S3 First Look: "We're throwing the girls into the deep end"

Get a first look at the trailer for Kenyan hit drama, Single Kiasi Season 3, premiering on 5 March, with new episodes every Tuesday.

"It's been a bold and fearless season." Phil Bresson on Single Kiasi S2, now available to binge

All 13 episodes of the hit Kenyan drama series, Single Kiasi season two, are now available to binge on Showmax.

Single Kiasi Season 2 episode 13 recap: Wedding disaster

In the finale of Single Kiasi Season 2, a wedding ends in disaster as Eric gets arrested, leaving Rebecca devastated and in tears.

Single Kiasi Season 2 episode 12 recap: Eric makes a bold move

In episode 12 of Kenyan Showmax Original Single Kiasi Season 2, Eric throws caution to the wind and proposes to Rebecca.

Second Family Season 2 episodes 47-48: Wedding bells

Diamond rings and drastic betrayals feature heavily on the latest episodes of Second Family Season 2, only on Showmax.

Second Family S2 episodes 45-46 recap: Evangeline is back on top

In episodes 45-46 of Second Family, Evangeline is back home and Tehi confesses to Gigi. New episodes every Thursday and Friday on Showmax.

Second Family S2 episodes 39-44: Madness, mayhem and murder

In episodes 39-44 of Second Family, Evangeline wakes up in a mental institution and Kiilu takes down the syndicate. New episodes every Thursday and Friday on Showmax.

Second Family Season 2 episodes 37-38 recap: The fallout from Sinde's murder

In episodes 37-38 of Second Family, Evangeline gets arrested and Dora starts regaining memory. New episodes every Thursday and Friday on Showmax.