East Africa

Sex, Secrets, and Survival: Why ‘MTV Shuga’ Still Hits Hard
Film + TV

Sex, Secrets, and Survival: Why ‘MTV Shuga’ Still Hits Hard

Sixteen years later, the iconic drama returns to Kenya with “MTV Shuga Mashariki” exploring Gen Z’s angst and realities.

What to Watch in East Africa This April
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This April

This month’s streaming and film guide highlights exciting new releases from Uganda and Kenya, showcasing the latest must-watch films and series from East Africa.

A photo of actor Jimmy Gathu smiling confidently at the camera.
Film + TV

Kenya’s Jimmy Gathu Is Still Working, Still Evolving, And Still That Guy

For over 30 years, the Kenyan icon has shaped media, mentored stars, and stayed ahead of the curve. His latest role in Showmax’s “Chocolate Empire” proves he’s not done.

A Hadza girl is laying on a rock plateau, holding a camera and looking critically at the camera. Behind her, the vast landscape of Tanzania’s nature.
Film + TV

'Children of Honey:' The Hadzabe Want the World to Know Who They Are

How a Tanzanian filmmaker's collaboration with the Hadzabe people is redefining impact-driven documentary at Geneva's prestigious human rights film festival.

The poster for Showmax’s new romantic comedy, ‘Not My Type.’
Film + TV

10 Romantic African Films To Watch This Valentine's Weekend

Our selection includes three newly-released films, a classic Romeo-and-Juliet retelling, as well as several popular and well-received films in recent years.

A man in a nice suite points a golden gun at the camera.
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This February

This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Kenya and Tanzania.

Filmmakers Maia Lekow and Christopher King with cameras outside the McMillan Memorial Library during its annual gala.
Film + TV

Nairobi Filmmakers Christopher King and Maia Lekow Premiere Documentary at Sundance

Eight years in the making, 'How to Build A Library' follows the restoration of the storied McMillan Library and the dynamic women leading the charge.

A contestant of “Latéy: Looking for Love!” meets Messiah, the bachelor at the center of the show.
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This January

This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Christmas in Lagos brings together a host of fresh faces alongside Nollywood icons Shaffy Bello, Wale Ojo, and RMD.
Film + TV

Here Are the 11 Must-Watch African Christmas Movies This Holiday

From festive romances to family dramas, these must-watch African Christmas films bring diverse cultures, heartfelt moments and holiday cheer to your screen this season.

A woman sitting with her head in her hands in front of a Christmas tree.
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This December

This December guide features shows and movies from Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya.

A still from 'Black & Blue Teaser Trailer' showing a man speaking with a microphone with about four people around him.
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This November

This month’s guide features shows and movies from Uganda and Kenya.

A still showing actress Njambi Mburu, lead star of ‘Wamaitha.’
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What to Watch in East Africa This October

This October guide features shows and movies from Ethiopia and Kenya.

A portrait photo of Likarion Wainaina wearing a black sweatshirt and blue denim pants in a dimly lit room.
Profiles & Interviews

For Likarion Wainaina, Creating Kenya’s First Sci-Fi Series is About Pushing Boundaries in African Filmmaking

With Subterranea, the award-winning director of Supa Modo delves into the psychological effects of isolation in a groundbreaking sci-fi production.

A still photo of the cast of ‘Subterranea’ looking into the camera.
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This September

This September guide features TV shows and movies from Uganda and Kenya.

A still photo of three women running from Showmax’s true crime series ‘Dark Side of Glory: Death in the Heartlands.’
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This Month

This August guide features TV shows and movies from Ethiopia and Kenya.

A still photo of June Njenga from the comedy series, ‘Big Girl Small World.’
Film + TV

What to Watch in East Africa This Month

This month’s guide features TV shows and movies from Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya.

A still from the film Made in Ethiopia.
Film + TV

‘Made in Ethiopia’ Confronts Chinese Expansion in Africa

The film explores the influence of China on the continent through the story of a Chinese industrial park’s expansion in a dusty farming town in Ethiopia.

A portrait photo of Peres Owino.
Profiles & Interviews

Peres Owino is Bringing Back Nobility in African Storytelling

The Kenyan American writer, whose docudrama ‘African Queens: Njinga,’ received twelve nominations in the Daytime Emmys this year, discusses her craft, authenticity in storytelling, and upcoming projects.

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