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Overview
Showmax, launched in 2015 and available in more than 40 markets across the continent, is a leading African streaming service. It offers a unique combination of original African content, first and exclusive international series, popular movies, premium documentaries and the best kids’ shows, as well as a mobile-only product to watch the Premier League (PL).
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Head writer Abigail Arunga on the steamy Showmax Original 4Play
Head writer Abigail Arunga discusses the process of creating the Showmax Original series 4Play, now streaming with new episodes every Thursday.
Kenyan
The Hot Seat producer dishes out behind-the-scenes secrets
Eugene Mbugua discusses his latest comedy roast show, The Hot Seat, featuring Kenya’s biggest celebs taking the heat in a hilarious battle of wits and jabs.
Made in Kenya
Nairobi Bachelor hosts discuss modern dating in Kenya
Daddie Marto and Koku chat about hosting Kenya’s newest reality dating show Nairobi Bachelor, now streaming on Showmax.
Made in Kenya
Terrence Creative and more celebrities take The Hot Seat
The Hot Seat is the ultimate comedy roast show, with top Kenyan celebrities facing the flames. Landing only on Showmax on 10 December.
Made in Kenya
Showmax in Uganda relaunches with MOMO from MTN as payment option
MultiChoice Uganda partners with MTN to enable customers in Uganda to pay for Showmax using MOMO wallets, enhancing customer experience.
The best reality shows to stream on Showmax in December and January
From local hits to African firsts and international favourites, there’s no shortage of exciting content to keep reality TV fans hooked.
New reality dating show Nairobi Bachelor coming soon to Showmax
Showmax announces a new reality dating show Nairobi Bachelor, hosted by celebrity couple Daddie Marto and Koku Lwanga. From 6 December 2024.
Made in Kenya
Annstella Karimi on playing a diva cop on Showmax’s Black & Blue
Annstella Karimi talks about her role as Constable Camila Konde in the Showmax Original police comedy Black & Blue.
Made in KenyaThe best movies to stream
The Grinch list: 10 movies and series for the “bah humbug!” crowd
There comes a point in all the jolly holly festive fun when even the merriest of gentlemen need to blow off some silly season steam.
11 Christmas movies with love, sugar and spice from Africa
These 11 festive films from Kenya, South Africa and Nigeria will remind you of the joys of home during the holidays.
Made in South Africa
12 days of Christmas movies
Grinches, elves, kids, lovers and fighters unite! It’s time for 12 days of jolly holly movie action to get you in the holiday spirit.
10 book-to-screen adaptations for kids
These series and movies for kids of all ages bring imagination to life as characters step off the page and onto the screen in Wonka, Tabby McTat, His Dark Materials and more.