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The two will develop premium vertical drama for African and global audiences.

A new arthouse cinema with curated Ethiopian films, discussions and community programming.

The duo portray a Nairobi couple unraveling under the weight of marriage.

A journalist takes on a powerful organ trafficking syndicate to save his daughter.

The South African slate also includes two films and the third season of the popular steamy thriller 'Fatal Seduction.'

A talented young footballer is pulled back into the game he loves and a life he thought he had escaped.

Kenya's 'Memory of Princess Mumbi' and Nigeria’s 'My Father’s Shadow' are among our critics' best African films of the year.

Edwin Kairu, Lydia Matata, Hannington Juma, Gift Kyansimire and Wacuka Mungai each received development grants of up to KES 1.5 million.

Tosh Gitonga's 'Inside Job' selected as the opening film.

Your festive season binge is stacked with Christmas treats from Kenya, South Africa and Nigeria.

Kenyan documentary feature 'Truck Mama' will premiere in competition alongside Somalia’s 'Barni', plus more.

The South African version swaps a paper company for polony manufacturing.

A charming playboy's world is turned upside down when a mysterious curse transforms him into a woman.

The 40-minute documentary takes viewers beyond the viral videos of dance group Masaka Kids Africana.

Vanessa Okeyo and Tanzania’s Talie Gray are among those joining the new cast, Brian Kabugi elevated to a major role.

Working across markets, the company aims to expand distribution of African films beyond the international festival circuit.

The film authentically captures the complexities of Ugandan society, says Uganda's Academy Selection Committee.

Directed by Poland’s Maciej Bochniak, 'The Lawyer' explores ambition, deception, and the blurred line between truth and performance.

For the first time, Rwandan filmmakers now have access to significant domestic production funding.

Five cities, eight housewives, one ultimate girls trip. The Showmax Original The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa brings together some of the most unforgettable women from across the continent for a...

A disenchanted wife of a Nigerian senator escapes to Kenya for a vacation only to discover that some fears follow you everywhere.

StudioCanal unveils a first look at the anticipated new season of the South African series as filming wraps.

The week-long event features 47 screenings with a lineup that includes 33 films from 15 African countries, presented at seven venues along the scenic Kilifi Creek.

Wangari’s debut feature follows two ex-lovers plotting a Christmas heist in 1992 Nairobi.

A sugarcane mogul has his eyes set on politics but when ghosts from his past resurface, his polished image begins to unravel.

Led by Sheila Munyiva and Brian Ogola, Goat explores spirituality, love and cultural memory.

She joins Gamel Apalayine (Ghana), Joladé Olusanya (Nigeria/UK) and Reem Morsi (Egypt/Canada).

The new season premieres in early 2026, casting currently underway.

In Nairobi in the late ’90s, a Rwandan woman and an Irish journalist challenge powerful forces at the heart of the AIDS crisis.

Launched in 2022, Single Kiasi is the longest-running Showmax Original in Kenya.

Season 3 will chronicle the conclusion of Shaka’s reign in a saga of vision, glory, and betrayal.

The feature is written and directed by Tony Koros, and produced by Toni Kamau and Louise Kamwangi.

The prize will debut at the Surreal16 Film Festival (S16) in Lagos, Nigeria, taking place in December 2025.

The slate includes the spy thriller 'Itifaki,' sci-fi 'Nje,' coming-of-age drama 'Jua na Mwezi' and Somali co-production 'Qahar.'

The 13-part series is directed by Vincent Mbaya and Mkaiwawi Mwakaba.

Nigeria’s Dika Ofoma emerged as the biggest winner of the day, taking home a hat trick with the queer romance Kachifo.

Appointed by the Ministry of Youth and Arts, the 15-member committee includes professionals from across Rwanda’s film and creative sectors.

The human trafficking thriller is based on real events, and will begin filming in Q4 this year.

The six-part series is directed by Omotoso, Matshepo Maja and Jono Hall, and produced by Quizzical Pictures.

It follows the tumultuous lives of two brothers who find themselves at a crossroads after a tragic accident.

The documentary will be available in 11 languages across all countries where Prime Video operates, including Kenya.

It follows a teenage orphan who discovers her divine powers and her destiny to save the ancient kingdom of Yorubaland.

It stars Jacky Vike and Mammito as cousins who will do anything for each other, even commit a crime.

An accomplished investment banker begins to question his beliefs when a high-profile government project at his firm goes awry.

It follows an amenable wife who must free the parts of herself she’s long suppressed to fight a vengeful spirit.

The 'Rafiki' helmer is one of the directors of the eight episode series, which stars and is executive produced by Emmy winner Sterling K. Brown.

‘The Shadow Scholars,’ which investigates Kenya’s essay mills and academic ghostwriting industry, will also screen at the festival.

Gitonga joins 16 other directors from Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, Asia, and Africa in the week-long program in Jeddah.

'Money Town is led by writer Tony Koros and producer Toni Kamau, while 'Mad Bounty and the Midnight Gun' is co-written by Talemwa Pius and Tusabe Ivan.

Makena Kahuha, Basil Mungai, Fridah Mumbe, Serah Wanjiru and more lead the new Kenyan franchise set to premiere in May.

A struggling BnB manager's quiet life is disrupted when she has to get a runaway groom to his wedding.

Shaka iLembe S2 picks up as Shaka begins his reign as the new Zulu king.

Here's what watch on Showmax in Kenya in March 2025, from 'The Chocolate Empire S1' to 'It Ends with Us' to 'Gangs of London S3.'

Jimmi Gathu stars as a once-powerful businessman, newly released from prison, who runs a clandestine empire while trying to rebuild his life.

This coming-of-age story sheds light on Female Genital Cutting (FGC), early marriage, and the fight for girls' rights in the Maa community.

Likarion Wainaina, Mkaiwawi Mwakaba and June Ndinya are directing the new Kenyan edition, with Reuben Odanga and Enos Olik as producer and cinematographer respectively.

A powerful family must navigate secrets, betrayal, and power struggles after their patriarch's mysterious death.

Kenya's Oscar 2025 submission 'Nawi' selected as opening film, Kenyan documentary 'Our Land, Our Freedom' to close.

Zawadie uncovers family secrets and is drawn into a world of crime by her boyfriend's dangerous double life.

It follows four men who, despite their chaotic personal lives, find friendship, love and perseverance in Nairobi’s concrete jungle.  

Billed as an East African romcom, The Christmas Run is a romantic comedy about love, loss and friendship.

Shot entirely in Mombasa, the film follows a small-time dealer’s journey to protect a young escort.

A desperate entrepreneur teams up with her debt-ridden friend to fake an engagement and dowry ceremony to secure much-needed cash from her family.

The Kenya Police enlists a civilian as an OCS of a pilot police station experimenting with new police reforms.

Makosa ni Yangu tells the story of a young woman who endures unimaginable domestic abuse.

This new film tells the story of a man whose new marriage and future are threatened by dark family secrets.

The long-awaited 5th edition returns with a strong lineup that includes 'The Battle for Laikipia', 'Our Land, Our Freedom', 'Goodbye Julia', 'Mami Wata' and more.

Helmed by multi-award-winning director Likarion Wainaina, known for 'Supa Modo'.

Susan, Sonal and Lisa exit The Real Housewives of Nairobi as three new housewives join the much-anticipated second season coming in May.

"We're throwing the girls into the deep end", 'Single Kiasi' director on S3

Here's what watch on Showmax in Kenya in February 2024, from new 21 African Originals like 'Red Ink' to 'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning.'

Here's what to watch on Netflix in Kenya in February 2024, from Kenya's first military drama 'Mpakani' to 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.'

Set in futuristic Lagos, the original animated series follows a young girl and her best friend as they discover the secrets and dangers hidden in their different worlds.

From the makers of 'Shaka iLembe', this eight-part thriller follows a journalist-turned-publicist who is approached by an imprisoned serial killer to tell his story.

Angela Wamai's 'Shimoni' selected as the opening film while Daudi Anguka's Oscar entry 'Mvera' will be the closing film.

Here's what to watch on Netflix in Kenya in January 2024, from Kenya's 'The First Grader' and 'Mpakani' to Kevin Hart's action-comedy 'Lift'.

Here's what watch on Showmax in Kenya in January 2024, from 'The Good Doctor S6' to 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' to 'Savior Complex'.

South Africa's 'Spinners', Kenya's 'Shimoni', and Nigeria's 'Mami Wata' are among Sinema Focus critics' best African titles of the year.

The Oscar-winning Kenyan actress will head the competition jury at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival.

Looking for new African movies and TV shows to watch as you wind down the year? Here is everything streaming in December 2023.

Everything to watch on Showmax in Kenya in December 2023, from first Showmax 2D animation 'Twende' to Kenyan Christmas feature 'A Merry X-Mess'.

Here's what to watch on Netflix in Kenya in December 2023, from 'Rebel Moon' to Kenyan feature 'Villains in the Metropolis' to Nigeria's 'Blood Vessel'.

In Kenya's second Christmas feature, the Nyatis have to get through the seven days of Christmas without killing each other. 

The South African crime drama will return for season 2 in January 2024.

'Kiza' explores the harsh realities of life such as land disputes, crime, unemployment, and betrayal.

Here's what to watch on Netflix in Kenya in November 2023, from 'The Crown S6' to Kenyan feature 'An Instant Dad' to 'Sarafina'.

Here's what to watch on Showmax in Kenya in November 2023, from South African extreme motorsport drama 'Spinners' to 'Chucky S3'.

The new Kenyan series inspired by George Orwell's Animal Farm is set to premiere on Citizen TV's VOD platform Viu Sasa soon.

Set in a fictional East African city, the series is led by Junior Nyong'o as the titular Twende and June Gachui is his unlikely sidekick Nuru.

The dating reality series follows four South African women looking for a Nigerian man to date and hopefully marry.

Here's what to watch on Netflix in Kenya in October 2023, from Mike Flanagan's 'The Fall of House of Usher' to 'Pain Hustlers'.

Here's everything coming to Showmax in Kenya in October 2023, from 'Bae Beyond Borders' to 'Dungeons & Dragons'.

Lulu Hassan and Rashid Abdalla have landed two telenovela projects coming to Maisha Magic Plus in October 2023.

After a record-breaking first season, 'The Real Housewives of Lagos' returns to Showmax in September.

MultiChoice has today confirmed that the popular historical epic has been greenlit for a second season.

The new season of the Kenyan telenovela will leave a trail of fire according to showrunner Mkamzee Mwatela.

South African series 'Spinners' is the first African series ever selected in competition at Canneseries.

This year's festival includes one hundred and ninety seven minutes block of films with 14 shorts curated from the greater East Africa.

After a public humiliation, a wannabe influencer enrols in a small-town university where she aspires to regain her social status.

In the lawless border between Lesotho and KwaZulu-Natal, a cattle-farming Zulu family faces off against a cattle-raiding Basotho family.