The airing of ‘The Funeral’ on DStv’s KykNet&Kie channel on Sunday night marked a historic moment for Namibian film, said writer, director, producer and creative entrepreneur Marinda Stein at the screening. …
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Also known as: DStv Channel 322 · DStv Explora
South African pay-TV broadcaster operating DStv and related streaming services in Southern Africa.
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- July 2020
… While industries across the continent are working towards reaching global cinematic standards, our dear neighbours South Africa are breaking through on streaming sites and DStv with top-notch quality products. …
South Africa On Our Screens- January 2020
… This film is the bitter-sweet tale of a man who finds something, or someone worth living for, on the last day of his life, and will evoke a series of emotions during its running time. ‘Back of the Moon’ is available on Box Office on Dstv. …
‘Back of the Moon' A Love Story to Die For- November 2019
… Do you have a DStv Explora device? The process is easy: Click the DStv button on your remote, select settings and select ‘parental control’ and check out ‘PG settings’. …
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Singer and TV presenter Johnny Davids dies at 49
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Johnny Davids, a Namibian-born singer, TV presenter, radio host and sports commentator, died aged 49 in the early hours of Thursday morning, believed to have suffered a heart attack. He was known for his Afrikaans music, work on DSTV's 'Landbouweekliks' and SuperSport commentary, and recently published his autobiography 'Boytjie'.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 17 April
Singer and TV presenter Johnny Davids dies at 49
Johnny Davids, a Namibian-born singer, TV presenter, radio host and sports commentator, died aged 49 in the early hours of Thursday morning, believed to have suffered a heart attack. He was known for his Afrikaans music, work on DSTV's 'Landbouweekliks' and SuperSport commentary, and recently published his autobiography 'Boytjie'.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 13 March
MultiChoice discontinues Showmax as streaming competition intensifies
MultiChoice Namibia is phasing out its Showmax streaming service following a comprehensive review, citing significant financial losses and shifting viewer preferences toward on-demand streaming platforms. The company says the decision is part of a broader digital strategy and that it will redirect resources to DStv Stream, though the move has prompted concerns from local filmmakers about reduced platforms for African content.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
Monday 2 March
BASE Pulse launches as African youth culture channel on DStv
BASE Pulse, a multiplatform youth culture channel created by Pulse Entertainment, is set to launch on DStv Channel 322 across Africa soon. The channel will blend music, storytelling, and digital content to empower African creatives and connect them to global opportunities through programming including music, pop culture, documentaries, and interactive music blocks.
2 March 2026 · New Era →
Monday 23 February
Cooking show 'Op die pad met my Potjie' unites Namibians over shared traditions
A new DSTV/KykNet series hosted by Joalette De Villiers travels across Namibia to feature people, places, and stories centred around potjie cooking, a tradition the creator Pedro Mendoza sees as a unifying symbol across Namibia's diverse cultures. The show highlights guests' authentic connections to their potjie recipes and traditions, with the fireside setting fostering honest conversations.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
Saturday 21 February
South Africa's 'Die Kantoor' adapts global Office comedy formula
An Afrikaans adaptation of 'The Office', the 14th international version of the format, premiered in South Africa on 18 January, following office workers at a processed meat company led by a bumbling but well-meaning manager played by Albert Pretorius. The series retains the mockumentary style and awkward humour of its British and American predecessors while offering distinctly southern African storylines and cast.
21 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 16 February
African Stars demands payment for broadcast rights
African Stars chairman Salomo Hei says the club must be consulted and compensated for broadcasting its matches, arguing that clubs deserve fair value as the Namibia Premier Football League moves toward professionalism. The dispute follows an NFA announcement of a partnership with NBC and OneAfrica Television to broadcast league fixtures, with Stars subsequently demanding N$100,000 per game plus damages if their home matches are aired without payment.
16 February 2026 · New Era →