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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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Empini S2 on Showmax

Mpumi Mpama makes the role of Khaya Bhodoza his own in Empini

Mpumi Mpama talks about his role as the new Khaya Bhodoza in Empini S2, premiering on 4 March on Showmax. 

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Tyla’s sold-out Showmax concert

Tyla’s Showmax concert to reach millions more on DStv

Tyla’s sold-out concert, which streamed live on Showmax on 18 January, will be available on demand on Showmax from 30 January in celebration of Tyla’s birthday, and on DStv’s Mzansi Wethu from 1 February 2025.

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The Mommy Club S3 on Showmax

See the must-watch trailer for The Mommy Club S3

Season 3 of The Mommy Club premieres on 15 February, with new episodes every Saturday. Meet new cast members Mrs J, Pheladi, Noksie, and Vuyi!

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Showmax presents Tyla

Showmax Presents Tyla red carpet hosts: Kat Sinivasan, Moozlie

From 8.30pm on Saturday, 18 January 2025, the Tyla Red Carpet Experience will be streaming on Showmax, followed by the live stream of her homecoming concert.

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The Real Housewives of Lagos S3 on Showmax

The Real Housewives of Lagos S3 breaks Showmax record

The Real Housewives of Lagos S3 debuted with the most first-day views ever in Nigeria and Ghana, ranking third across Africa, including Kenya and South Africa.

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Reënboogrant S1 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.

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Superstore on Showmax

Showmax to adapt NBCUniversal’s Superstore for South Africa

Showmax orders a South African isiZulu adaptation of NBCUniversal’s hit US comedy Superstore on the 10th anniversary of the debut of the original series.

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The White Lotus S3 on Showmax

5 new international series coming to Showmax in 2025

From Suits: LA to The Last of Us S2 to The White Lotus S3, the new shows coming to Showmax will give you plenty to look forward to in 2025.