Category Archives: TV channels / Content

StarzPlay’s reality show ‘Say Yes to the Dress Arabia’ began shooting in UAE

StarzPlay and Discovery have announced the filming for the reality show Say Yes to the Dress Arabia that kickstarted in Dubai. Say Yes to the Dress Arabia is set to air in Q1 2022, exclusively on StarzPlay. Lebanese stylist and beauty consultant Khalil Zein will host the Arabian edition of Say Yes to the Dress, [...]

Analyzing Netflix’s attempts to tap the African market

According to Dataxis latest research, Showmax and Netflix are the dominant players in the SVOD market with a market share of 31.6% and 29.7% of subscribers respectively. The recent launch of a free offer in Kenya illustrates the change in Netflixs strategy to address the African markets peculiarities. On the other hand, Apple TV and [...]

Showmax unveiled TV shows collection for Heritage Day in South Africa

This Heritage Month, Showmax subscribers will be able to celebrate South African stories and talents in a collection of movies, comedy and documentaries that tell fascinating tales of the complicated, beautiful land of South Africa. Most of these are also available to South Africans living abroad in many countries. As from September 24, viewers can [...]

DStv to release two new telenovelas on Africa Magic in October

Along with MultiChoice Malawi’s celebration of its 25th Anniversary, DStv will premiere two new double bill telenovelas titled Dilemma and Venge in October exclusively on Africa Magic Showcase. Dilemma follows the lives of two estranged lovers, Kaineto and Kanan, who after years of separation, find their way back to each other and have to deal [...]

Jawwy TV launched in Oman in partnership with Omantel and Ooreedoo

Intigral announced the launch of its flagship OTT platform Jawwy TV in Sultanate of Oman through strategic partnerships with telecommunication operators Omantel and Ooredoo. The launch is marked by offers available through various payment methods, where weekly and monthly Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) subscribers of Omantel and Ooredoo, will be able to select either seven [...]

Showmax launched new original film titled ‘Goodbye Gogo’

Media personality Minnie Dlamini and her husband Quinton Jones are bringing compelling African stories to the screen with a new film titled Goodbye Gogo. The movie has dropped just in time for Heritage Day. Goodbye Gogo is already available on Showmax and has Quinton and Minnie both as co-writers and executive producers, it tells the [...]

beIN SPORTS to exclusively broadcast the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2021

beIN MEDIA GROUP, the global sports and entertainment broadcaster and its flagship sports channel beIN SPORTS will exclusively broadcast the FIBA Womens Asia Cup 2021 to its viewers across 24 countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Set to take place in Jordan from September 27 until October 3 2021, the FIBA Womens [...]

Discovery+ to stream special list of shows for KSA National Day

Discovery+ will be streaming a special list of shows for viewers to celebrate the rich and vibrant culture of Saudi Arabia with the upcoming KSA National Day. From unveiling history, wildlife adventures, to tantalising cuisine, Discovery+ has a lot of content up their roster. Subscribers will be able to enjoy shows like the Architects of [...]