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Before they were famous: how 8 South African stars got their start
From Nambitha Ben-Mazwi to Nomzamo Mbatha, here’s a list of South African stars and their journeys, from humble beginnings to taking our screens and the world by storm.
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The Mommy Club S2 reunion parts 1-2: The ladies face off
In parts 1-2 of the reunion, cast of The Mommy Club sits down with Ntombee Ngcobo to unpack everything that happened in Season 2.
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Empini Season 1 episodes 5-6 recap: Secrets and set ups
Ndoni discovers a new clue in her father’s diary and Khaya tries to get Enoch and General to behave at dinner. New episodes of Empini land Thursdays on Showmax.
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10 triggers in Mr Monk’s Last Case
We spotted 10 things triggering detective Adrian Monk’s obsessive compulsive disorder, and other issues, in his new movie Mr Monk’s Last Case.
Original African stories by local talent
016FM
Landing on 26 June 2024, 016FM follows rival DJs at a beloved Vaal radio station threatened with closure, starring the late Mpho Sebeng, and Joseph Sedibo.
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Jiji
Jiji follows the lives of four girls in the streets of Jericho, forced into a life of crime to make ends meet. From 17 June, with new episodes on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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Born Into Fame
Born Into Fame follows six South Africans with famous parents, as they try to live up to their family legacies while discovering their own unique paths to success. Stream from 18 June on Showmax.
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The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa
The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa is the spin off that fans have been waiting for. Stream now on Showmax, with new episodes every Monday.
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Nilichoma
The Kenyan Showmax Original docuseries features celebs who received an unexpected windfall, and then blew it all. Stream now on Showmax.
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Mince Jou Hare S1
Shimmy Isaacs’s laugh-out-loud sitcom about a factory worker who opens a hair salon in her home is streaming on Showmax, with new episodes on Mondays.
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Untying Kantai
Untying Kantai follows King Kantai, a man who has spent 30 years of his life working hard to provide for his family, only to be conned out of his life savings. Now streaming.
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Big Girl Small World
Big Girl Small World follows Ciku, a plus-size woman who stumbles through a journey of self-discovery after a humiliating scandal. Stream now, with new episodes every Wednesday.
Made in KenyaThe Mommy Club S2: Host announcement
Born Into Fame, coming soon
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Where to watch The Real Housewives franchise online
Showmax is the home of drama-filled reality TV. Here are some of the titles from The Real Housewives franchise, giving viewers an inside look at the lives of some of the world’s wealthiest women from Durban to Nairobi.
Survivor SA S6-9 and USA S45
It’s the ultimate binge: season after season of Survivor, both the US and SA versions. Go on – dive in!
Shadowland S1
Award-winning filmmaker Joe Berlinger sends teams across America to uncover the real reasons they can’t agree on what’s true and what’s not.
The Gilded Age S1-2
From the creator of Downton Abbey, this HBO drama series is set during the social wars of New York in the late 19th Century.
Shows you'll only find on Showmax
The Real Housewives of Potomac S8
The reality series follows several well-to-do women who live in a community of rolling hills and gated mansions in Potomac.
Nneka Ihim joins The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 8
Her tagline is “Nigeria raised me, LA made me, and Potomac will remember me”. Who is RHOPotomac S8 newcomer, Nneka Ihim?
Bachelor in Paradise Season 9: Shark watch
Your Bachelor Nation lifeguards plant some red flags, issue a shark warning and roll out our towels for Bachelor in Paradise Season 9.
Dinner and a show in Boiling Point Season 1
Yes, chef! Kitchen drama is back on the menu as head chef Vinette Robinson gives us a taste of British series Boiling Point Season 1.
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Before they were famous: how 8 South African stars got their start
From Nambitha Ben-Mazwi to Nomzamo Mbatha, here’s a list of South African stars and their journeys, from humble beginnings to taking our screens and the world by storm.
Made in South AfricaThe Mommy Club S2 reunion parts 1-2: The ladies face off
In parts 1-2 of the reunion, cast of The Mommy Club sits down with Ntombee Ngcobo to unpack everything that happened in Season 2.
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The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: “Barbie’s mother”
In episode 3 of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa, Christall has a heated conversation with Liz. New episodes every Monday on Showmax.
Made in South AfricaFirst look at Mpho Sebeng’s final work: Showmax Original 016FM
The late SAFTA nominee Mpho Sebeng stars in upcoming Showmax Original 016FM, about rival DJs at a Vaal radio station, landing on 26 June.
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