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Monday, 11 May 2026
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Organization

MultiChoice Namibia

Also known as: MultiChoice · MultiChoice Group · MCN

MultiChoice Namibia — media company discontinuing Showmax streaming and supporting local film production through initiatives including MultiChoice Spotlight masterclasses and content awards.

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In coverage

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  1. March 2026
  2. Speaking on the launch, Nomsa Philiso, Director: Content and General Entertainment in English and Portuguese Africa, for the MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, says: “We’re always looking at ways to add value to the DStv offering, and BASE Pulse does exactly that by introducing

    New Era

    BASE Pulse set to switch on across Africa
  3. February 2026
  4. MultiChoice Namibia recently announced that six films produced through its local content initiatives received 13 nominations at the Namibia Theatre and Film Awards (NTFA), scheduled for 28 March.

    New Era

    MultiChoice films earn 13 NTFA nominations
  5. This Saturday is the first MultiChoice Namibia Spotlight with Adriano Visagie masterclass at the MultiChoice headquarters at Eros.

    The Namibian

    Events and more this February
  6. This Weekend Tomorrow, MultiChoice Namibia and the City of Windhoek are hosting a ‘Love Under The Stars’ event at Independence Avenue from 18h00.

    The Namibian

    More events for the month of love
  7. December 2025
  8. I’ve since taken on a leading role in ‘Dreamers Season 1’ and starred in recent Multichoice films like ‘The Funeral’, ‘Die Rooftog’, ‘Is Love Enough?’ and ‘Kauna’s ER’ – all available on Showmax.” Next February, the ‘Kashu Shu’ hitmaker will hit the big screen with a new film, ‘W

    The Namibian

    Performing Pulls Introvert Dice Out Of His Shell
  9. September 2025
Culture

Namibian filmmakers increasingly tell their own stories

The News

Namibia's film industry has grown since independence, with local filmmakers now producing work that reaches international festivals and streaming platforms, though industry stakeholders say sustainable funding, distribution and marketing remain key challenges for long-term development.

20 March 2026 · New Era

Friday 20 March

  1. Namibian filmmakers increasingly tell their own stories

    Namibia's film industry has grown since independence, with local filmmakers now producing work that reaches international festivals and streaming platforms, though industry stakeholders say sustainable funding, distribution and marketing remain key challenges for long-term development.

    20 March 2026 · New Era

Friday 13 March

  1. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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

Friday 20 February

  1. MultiChoice-backed films earn 13 NTFA nominations

    Six films produced through MultiChoice Namibia's local content initiatives received 13 nominations at the Namibia Theatre and Film Awards, scheduled for 28 March, across categories including Best Feature Film, Best Script, and Best Editor. The awards are making a comeback after a six-year hiatus caused by the global Covid-19 pandemic.

    20 February 2026 · New Era

  2. February events calendar: art, sports, workshops, music

    The Namibian lists Windhoek and Swakopmund events for February, including a photography exhibition, beach volleyball tournament, chamber music concert, pregnancy educational day, acting masterclass, trail run, cycling challenge, visual art launch, dance performances, and recurring weekly activities across fitness, quiz nights, and dance classes.

    20 February 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 12 February

  1. Valentine's Day and February events guide for Windhoek

    The Namibian lists Valentine's Day and February events across Windhoek, including romantic dinners, outdoor movie screenings, pub games nights, art exhibitions, and recurring weekly activities such as quiz nights, dance classes, and live music performances.

    12 February 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 7 February

  1. Adriano Visagie to host quarterly masterclass for Namibian filmmakers

    Award-winning actor Adriano Visagie is launching a four-part MultiChoice Spotlight masterclass series to equip grassroots Namibian filmmakers and performers with business and performance skills. The quarterly in-person sessions will cover topics including the business of acting, personal branding, and opportunities such as the MultiChoice Talent Factory.

    7 February 2026 · New Era

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