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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) and South Africa’s Premier Soccer League, and more sports content.

Showmax, from MultiChoice, offers a world of entertainment on-demand. Discover more at MultiChoice.

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A deeper look

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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Yellowjackets S3 on Showmax

Paramount+ with Showtime greenlights Season 4 of Yellowjackets

With release dates for Season 4 of Yellowjackets yet to be announced, stream every episode of Seasons 1-3 of the horror-thriller-coming-of-age drama series on Showmax.

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Ramy Youssef: More Feelings on Showmax

Showmax brings the laughs, from Nikki Glaser to Ramy Youssef

Discover 5 of HBO’s recent stand-up comedy specials now available to stream on Showmax, from the likes of Seth Meyers, Nikki Glaser, Ramy Youssef and more.

Task S1 on Showmax

Trailer: Thuso Mbedu in HBO’s Task, coming to Showmax in 2025

See the first-look trailer of Thuso Mbedu in HBO’s Task, coming to Showmax in September. Plus, 5 more international must-watch shows dropping on Showmax in 2025.

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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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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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