Showmax Adds Kiswahili Interface for Tanzanian Viewers
February 21, 2025
Showmax has introduced a Kiswahili interface for its Tanzanian subscribers. This is the first streaming platform to do so and it sets Showmax apart from its competitors. As an Africa-first streaming service, such localization efforts…
Claudia Steps Into the Spotlight as New Host of ‘Take Me Home’ on Showmax
February 4, 2025
At just 22, Claudia is already a force to reckon with in Kenya’s entertainment scene. The Samburu-born beauty, known for her vibrant energy and unique hosting style, has conquered it all – from MC gigs…
What Kenyans watched on Showmax in 2024
January 10, 2025
From thrilling dramas and captivating reality shows to groundbreaking Original productions, 2024 was a big year for Showmax. In Kenya alone, the African streamer launched a record 12 Original titles in 2024, doubling its Originals…
James Kombo speaks on developing Showmax’s steamy adult drama, 4Play
November 22, 2024
James Draka Kombo has been a prominent figure in the TV industry for the past 16 years. A former player for AFC Leopards, he has contributed to numerous renowned projects, including Sense 8, Sumu la…
New Drama Series, 4 Play, to Premiere on Showmax on 21 November 2024
November 14, 2024
The much-anticipated drama series 4 Play will debut on Showmax on 21 November 2024, bringing a bold and unapologetic look at contemporary life in Nairobi. Created by James Kombo of CJ3 Entertainment, 4 Play follows…
Showmax and Safaricom Partner to Offer Ksh 450 Discounted EPL Streaming Package
October 23, 2024
Showmax has teamed up with Safaricom for some exciting news for football fans. It is offering a discounted rate for streaming the English Premier League (on mobile) for only Ksh 450 per month. In addition…
Showmax Announces a New Police-Based Mockumentary Black & Blue
October 18, 2024
Showmax has announced the release of a new series, Black & Blue, an original police-based mockumentary series, premiering on 6 November. In a bold attempt to rebrand themselves and better appeal to the public, the…
Pay TV Subscriptions See Only a 0.1% Increase in Q1 2024
September 16, 2024
Recent data from the Communications Authority (CA) shows a slow growth in the number of TV subsscriptions in Kenya. The data covers the first 3 months ending March 2024 and show the total number of…
Subterranea, Kenya's First Sci-Fi Series, to Premiere on Showmax on 26 September
September 2, 2024
Kenyan director Likarion Wainaina directed Supa Modo, Kenya’s first-ever superhero film and most successful film ever, which won more than 50 international awards, including Best European Film For Children, European Children’s Film Association, 2019; Generation…