Is Wura on a break?
The first Showmax Original telenovela in Nigeria, Wura, follows ruthless mining CEO Wura Adeleke and the citizens of the Iperindo community. The 100th episode dropped in July 2023, marking the end of Season 1.
Relive all the suspense, melodrama and intertwined-story moments of by binge-watching the entire first season on Showmax.
Watch Wura teasers online
The telenovela is the number 1 most-watched drama series on Showmax in Nigeria and continues to chart on Showmax’s Top 20 most-watched list of all titles in Nigeria. The 100th episode is a significant landmark for the series that earned the lead actor and titular character, Scarlet Gomez, a nomination for Best Actress in a Drama at the 2023 AMVCAs.
When will Wura Season 2 come to Showmax?
Wura Season 2 will launch on 4 December 2023, with new episodes landing every Monday to Thursday.
What to watch while you wait for Wura Season 2
All episodes of South African telenovela The Wife are available to binge-watch on Showmax - there are three full seasons to enjoy!
Kenyan telenovela Second Family is back for Season 2 and is available to binge-watch. You can start at episode 1 today and could catch up with all the drama, twists, turns and love triangles by the time new episodes are streaming again.
Showmax also has all episodes of South African 1Magic telenovela The River, currently in its sixth season, with new episodes dropping on weekdays. Like Wura, The River centres on a woman who owns and runs a mining company - if you think Wura Adeleke pulls some ruthless moves, wait until you see what Lindiwe in The River is capable of!
More like this
Skemergrond S1
Skemergrond is set in Gemoedsdrif and revolves around the Louw family and their beautiful flower farm. The Louws' peaceful existence is turned upside down when unexpected guests arrive.
My Brother's Keeper S1-2
An overly ambitious son, tired of being side-lined by his father, decides to break the family rules by going after his brother's widow.
Binnelanders S8-14
Binnelanders, an Afrikaans soapie set in and around a fictional private hospital, follows the trials and trauma of the staff and patients.
Umkhokha: The Curse S1-2
The critically acclaimed series revolves around the ensuing fight to take over the leadership position of one of the biggest churches in KZN.
The River S1-6
Fan-fave telenovela The River is full of twists and turns, and plenty of characters you love to hate, or love to root for - like Cobra. Stream the full boxset on Showmax.
"Reënboogrant ignited my love for reading" - Mila de Villiers
Mila de Villiers talks about her role in Showmax's Tshwane-set telenovela Reënboogrant, now streaming on Showmax.
Minke Marais puts on her blazer to play Shani in Reënboogrant
Minke Marais talks about her role as Shani in Reënboogrant, inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s bestselling 90s novels. Catch new episodes every Wednesday on Showmax.
Reënboogrant S1
Follow the Brink siblings as they navigate teenage drama, family conflicts, love, aspirations and fierce rivalries in this wholesome Afrikaans telenovela.
Laugh Africa Comedy Festival S2 on Showmax
Youngins S3, now streaming on Showmax
More Showmax Originals you will love
.png&w=3840&q=100)
Youngins' Kealeboga Masango on Buhle's pregnancy shock
In the latest episodes of Showmax's Youngins, disgraced former head girl Buhle discovers that she might be pregnant. Watch new episodes every Friday.
Where to see the cast of Outlaws S2 on Showmax
From Thembinkosi Mthembu as Bandile to and Noluthando Ngema as Sihle, see the cast of Outlaws in some of their other acclaimed roles on Showmax.
Mamodibe as Buang: The woman behind the warrior in Outlaws
Mamodibe Ramodibe talks about portraying Buang in the new season of Outlaws. Catch S2 now streaming on Showmax, with new episodes weekly.
Outlaws S1-2
Outlaws is the story of two families at war: the Zulu, cattle-farming Biyela clan and the Basotho, cattle-raiding Ts’eoles.
Latest Stories
From Poverty to Purpose: The Redemption of Emmanuel Adebayor: Why Saving Lives Trumps Scoring Goals
Manchester City vs Liverpool: The Rivalry Reignites
Lehlohonolo Mayeza on Leruo’s battles in Outlaws Season 2
Annie Mthembu opens up about The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa
What to watch on Showmax in November 2025
Can LFC rediscover the form that saw them crowned champions?
Conor Bradley on Liverpool's difficult run and the path back
Youngins S3: Toka Mtabane on Khaya and Amo's relationship
Finding Optel to hit Showmax after BFI London Film Festival
Outlaws S2: Meet the new Sihle, Noluthando Ngema
Gallery: Showmax Fan Day with Youngins brings the heat
Must-watch trailer: The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa
IdeaCandy docuseries Unspoken War looks to start a national conversation
Creating The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
Bafana Bafana composed for Durban showdown against Zimbabwe
Clementine Mosimane, Mondli Makhoba and Luyanda Zwane join Spinners S2
Arsenal and Liverpool early front-runners ahead of Premier League international break
Married at First Sight's Portia Baloyi on the reunion and her ex
Must-watch trailer: Slay Queens doccie coming to Showmax
The Premier League canvas: a Saturday masterpiece painted in blue and red
Relebogile Mabotja to host the two-hour Married at First Sight reunion special
South Africa in third place at International Emmys, with four MultiChoice nominations
What to watch on Showmax in October 2025
The clash of the new number 9s: Gyökeres vs Woltemade
