MultiChoice reports a significant 44% increase in Showmax subscribers just over a year after the video streaming service's relaunch.
MultiChoice and NBCUniversal Media have jointly provided $145 million (approximately R2.7 billion) to Showmax Africa Holdings.
Showmax is set to make its live-streaming debut next weekend by broadcasting a live performance by Grammy-winning Amapiano star, Tyla.
Showmax has partnered with QVWi, the largest Google TV partner globally, to launch a new range of streaming devices and 4K TVs.
In a move to support its growth strategy, Showmax, Africa's leading streaming service, is adjusting prices starting in August 2024.
Showmax reached a significant milestone, with revenue of R1 billion for the financial year, a 22% increase compared to the previous year.
MultiChoice is considering the introduction of an ad-supported tier for Showmax, according to CEO Marc Jury.
Showmax and MTN SA are collaborating to bring three new bundled offerings to local Mzansi customers, available from 12 February 2024.
The new Showmax is launching in February 2024 with a record 21 Originals from four African countries, a revamped international content slate, and more.
Twende is officially Showmax's first Original 2D animated series that is set to premiere on Friday, 1 December 2023.
Two local directors have won an iEmmy for their work on The Smeds and the Smoos, a short animation currently streaming on Showmax.
Showmax is officially relaunching to now include Showmax Entertainment, Showmax Entertainment Mobile and the exciting Showmax Premier League.
