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5 reasons everyone is binge-watching Halita

From tackling tough social issues, to familiar themes from Old Nollywood, and of course, the main character herself, who is captivating!

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Rage: Meet the cast

Truly scary and uniquely South Africa, Rage is a horror movie for the fans. Meet the talented young cast behind the screams.

Drama is served with these new Kenyan shows in April

From the much anticipated The System, to brand-new Swahili telenovelas Kina and Kovu.

Guidance S1-3

Dealing with a host of challenges faced by students in high schools around the world today, this drama series shows how important it is for young people to get the right kind of guidance.

What’s new on Showmax in West Africa in April 2020

Insecure S4, The Outsider by Stephen King, and Africa Magic reality shows Mercy & Ike and Judging Matters are all in the line-up this month.

What’s new on Showmax East Africa in April 2020

Insecure S4, The Outsider by Stephen King, and local productions Kina, Kovu and The System are all in the line-up this month.

Pay for Showmax with M-Pesa and save

Subscribe to Showmax and choose M-Pesa as your payment method and you’ll qualify for a special discount.

21 movies for the ultimate lockdown film fest

If you find yourself with some extra time on your hands, fill it with a diverse selection of entertaining movies.

The River: Lindiwe and Zolani dump Tumi’s body into the river

All Lindiwe’s love for Tumi crumbled away when she finally faced the truth: Tumi was the one responsible for Mbali’s death.

What’s new on Showmax in April 2020

Autumn is in the air, but while the days may be getting cooler, the new content on Showmax is only getting hotter.

Boss babes: 5 female-led movies to stream tonight

There’s girl power aplenty in this not-very-ladylike list of female leads that kick ass on Showmax.

7 Nigerian series to binge-watch while social distancing

Stuck at home? Watch these classic Nigerian series including everything from comedy to crime.

15 years on, the top moments of Grey’s Anatomy

15 years of memories and moments have made Grey’s one of the best-loved shows on TV. Here are the moments we’ll never forget.

Pay R149 for three months of Showmax

Take advantage of this awesome offer to keep the entertainment running for the next three months.

Wedding planners to the stars: how Somhale’s Union was made

Everyone who has watched Somizi & Mohale: The Union will realise what a mammoth task it must have been to plan the celebrity wedding of the year. We speak to the team who pulled it off.

Live news now streaming on Showmax

Live stream every moment of the latest developments around the world on live news channels, and stay informed.

10 series for fearless young adults

Spend some quality time bingeing these series that showcase the power, rebellious and angst of being young.

Westworld knocks it out of the park in Season 3

The third season of Westworld continues the sci-fi saga that just might give us a glimpse of our own future.

Zac & Mia is a hospital drama to tug at your heartstrings

Zac and Mia may be battling cancer, but they have all the same worries and triumphs as any other teen in this sweet drama series.

Showmax special offer – South Africa

Here’s how to get three months of Showmax in South Africa for R149 before the end of June 2020.

Streaming for seniors

There’s so much to watch on internet TV, it can be hard to know where to start. Luckily, Showmax has a ton of quality, entertaining series and movies for all ages.

The best of Shirley Frimpong on Showmax

From Devil in the Detail, to Potato Potahto and The Perfect Picture, she’s changing the image of Ghana’s women on-screen, one movie at a time.