Southern Africa

Presley Chweneyagae, Star of Oscar-Winning ‘Tsotsi,’ Passes Away at 40
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Presley Chweneyagae, Star of Oscar-Winning ‘Tsotsi,’ Passes Away at 40

The multi-award-winning actor shone in productions such as The River, Kalushi, and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

First Look: Thuso Mbedu's Latest Powerhouse Role in HBO’s Star-Studded Crime Drama ‘Task’
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First Look: Thuso Mbedu's Latest Powerhouse Role in HBO’s Star-Studded Crime Drama ‘Task’

The South African actress returns to the small screen in the series set to premiere in September.

Karabo Lediga’s Sabbatical Mines Old Memories to Make Treasure
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Karabo Lediga’s Sabbatical Mines Old Memories to Make Treasure

In this feature-length directorial debut, the South African filmmaker goes back in time to move forward, unraveling a frail relationship between mother and daughter.

In ‘Matabeleland,’ a Zimbabwean Filmmaker Confronts an Unburied Past
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In ‘Matabeleland,’ a Zimbabwean Filmmaker Confronts an Unburied Past

With her feature documentary debut, director Nyasha Kadandara tells a powerful story of one man’s search for healing in a country still reckoning with its past.

What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month

For OkayAfrica’s April TV and films guide, we have some reality television, some eye-catching documentaries, and a sci-fi feature film.

Actor Thabang Molaba seated in orange chair against red wall with classic film posters, wearing white tee and black leather vest in stylish bedroom setting.
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Thabang Molaba is South Africa's Leading Man in the Making

The actor opens up about his journey from Netflix's ‘Blood & Water’ to sharing the screen with A-list stars.

The poster for Showmax’s new romantic comedy, ‘Not My Type.’
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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 woman gestures across a table at a restaraunt.
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This February

Eight unmissable shows and films exploring identity, love, and power across Southern Africa.

Actors from the sitcom Superstore wearing store uniforms and looking over a table of demontration phones for sale.
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US Sitcom ‘Superstore’ Gets An isiZulu Makeover

Universal International Studios partners with local production house Barkers Media to bring the beloved retail comedy to South African audiences.

A still from Unfollowed of a man in a bright red leather jacket holding a card.
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This January

For January’s movie and TV guide, we have animated content from Zimbabwe, some exciting picks from the forthcoming Joburg Film Festival, and more.

Christmas in Lagos brings together a host of fresh faces alongside Nollywood icons Shaffy Bello, Wale Ojo, and RMD.
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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 still from Ubuthe Uzobuya.
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month

In this month’s movies and TV guide for Southern Africa, we have a sci-fi thriller, a documentary on the life of South African photographer Ernest Cole, and more.

This is a still of Noxolo Dlamini in ‘Death of a Whistleblower.’
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30 Years of South African Film to be Celebrated at the 2024 African Diaspora Film Festival in New York

“30 Years of the New South Africa” is part of the packed ADIFF 2024 schedule, with over 80 films from more than 20 countries.

A still image from Tabby McTat showing a cuddly cat smiling with an old man.
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International Emmy Award Win for South African Directors Continues Positive Momentum for African Animation

Tabby McTat, directed by Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour, won the International Emmy for Kids: Animation, marking the second straight year an animated film directed by South Africans has won the award.

A still from ‘Red Ink,’ showing actor Bonko Khoza in an orange prison uniform slamming his fist on an interrogation table.
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Bonko Khoza, Nambitha Ben-Mazwi and Trevor Noah Honored at National Film & TV Awards South Africa

South Africa's brightest in film, TV and digital content shine at the award show, with fan favorites like ‘Skeem Saam,’ ‘Savage Beauty’ and ‘Heart of the Hunter’ taking top honors.

A still from The Fix showing lead actress, Grace van Dien.
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month

In this month’s guide, we have a sci-fi thriller, a documentary on the life of South African photographer Ernest Cole, and more.

A still from 'Shaka iLembe' showing actor Thembinkosi Mthembu dressed in traditional warrior attire, featuring a feathered headdress and necklace with large bone pieces.
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‘Shaka iLembe’ Wins Big at the SAFTAs

The period drama, ‘Shaka iLembe, ’based on the life of King Shaka Zulu, scoops a record-setting 12 wins at the South African Television Awards.

A still from ‘The Kingdom In The Sky: Moshoeshoe’s Strategy and Legacy (trailer),’ showing King Letsie III of Lesotho.
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What to Watch in Southern Africa This October

This month, we have comedy, historical drama and a hip-hop documentary celebrating Cape Town giants Brasse Vannie Kaap.

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