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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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Reckless on Showmax

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.

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Subterranea 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.

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The Mommy Club NBO on Showmax

Life coach Ofentse represents Mzansi in The Mommy Club NBO

South African Ofentse Tsipa talks motherhood, marriage and being part of Kenya’s edition of The Mommy Club, now streaming on Showmax. Catch new episodes every Friday.

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Reckless on Showmax

First look: New youth drama Reckless, on Showmax this June

Watch the explosive trailer for the new Showmax Original youth drama, Reckless, set to premiere on 23 June 2025. 

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Iyanu on Showmax

The number-one series on Cartoon Network is set in Africa

The hit animation Iyanu, ranked #1 on Cartoon Network and a top 10 kids series on Max, will be available to binge on Showmax from 13 June 2025.

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The Mommy Club NBO on Showmax

Showmax hosts the premiere of The Mommy Club NBO

Showmax rolled out the red carpet to celebrate the launch of The Mommy Club NBO on 29 May 2025. Stream new episodes on Showmax every Friday. 

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The Mommy Club NBO on Showmax

“I manifested this!” – Jackie Matubia on The Mommy Club NBO

Jackie Matubia opens up about joining The Mommy Club NBO, a spinoff of the record-breaking franchise. Premiering on 30 May only on Showmax.

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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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