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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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The best reality shows to stream on Showmax in December and January
From local hits to African firsts and international favourites, there’s no shortage of exciting content to keep reality TV fans hooked.
Unfollowed S2 is now streaming on Showmax
Spitch Nzawumbi talks about hosting the new season of Unfollowed, which features 8 South African media personalities who have been “cancelled”. New episodes land on Wednesdays.
Celebrate the festive feels with Showmax film Christmas Clothes
The heartwarming comedy film Christmas Clothes, directed by Athi Petela, premieres on Showmax on 6 December 2024.
SA animation directors celebrate an Emmy for Tabby McTat
Now streaming on Showmax, Tabby McTat won the Kids: Animation International Emmy, directed by Cape Town directors Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour.
MultiChoice partners with Vodacom to introduce Showmax in Tanzania
MultiChoice partners with Vodacom to introduce Showmax in Tanzania, providing the country with a diverse selection of local and international content.
Youngins S2 has the biggest launch yet on Showmax 2.0
Toka Mtabane shares insights about his role in Youngins S2, which has already become a hit, setting a record for the most first-day views on Showmax 2.0. New episodes land on Fridays!
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi’s blueprint for a lasting career
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi shares insights on navigating a successful career in the new Showmax Masterclass. Watch her on Empini, ready to binge on Showmax.
Rising star Joshwin Dyson is hunting for ghosts in Spooksoeker
Rising star Joshwin Dyson talks about starring in his first Showmax Original series, Spooksoeker, coming to Showmax on 5 December 2024.
More Mzansi gold
Law, Love and Betrayal Season finale recap: As a benefit to whom?
In Law, Love and Betrayal Season finale, Ayanda is on a mission to get Gugu out of the firm but gets sidetracked. All the episodes are ready to binge on Showmax.
Unfollowed S2 is now streaming on Showmax
Spitch Nzawumbi talks about hosting the new season of Unfollowed, which features 8 South African media personalities who have been “cancelled”. New episodes land on Wednesdays.
Izingane Zes’thembu S1-2
A reality show that follows the lives of the polygamous businessman’s children as they navigate life within a polygamous family.
Unfollowed S1-2
Unfollowed delves into the workings of cancel culture and social media through the real-life stories of media personalities.