… The podcasters have since lost their broadcasting deal with MultiChoice. But not everyone was happy with McKenzie’s muscular response to a very popular podcast — particularly those with a long memory of McKenzie’s history of problematic posts on X, formerly Twitter. …
Gayton McKenzie’s repeated use of K-word unlikely to damage his standing within PANamibia Minute.
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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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- August 2025
- June 2024
Delila Katanga (DK) is a new integrated communication specialist at MultiChoice Namibia (MCN). …
My career- September 2022
… This year, Makaza’s film was selected by MultiChoice Namibia and NBC’s joint film programme that will be creating 13 feature films, which only goes to show the success of Kino Namibia in opening doors for aspiring film-makers. …
Kino Namibia Creating a Next Generation of Film-Makers- April 2022
… Kapuka urges other film-makers to make a break in the industry, saying: “MultiChoice and the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation recently launched a call for local film proposals. …
‘Omunahambo' Ready for the World… d.“This chapter will be interesting because it will be the same story, but narrated from a different perspective,” he says.The success of the film and the big audience it attracted was unexpected.Kapuka urges other film-makers to make a break in the industry, saying: “MultiChoice …
‘Omunahambo' Ready for the World- March 2022
… We are also now at the same table with Multichoice to see how we can increase local content, but we need private businesses to come on board,” she said. …
The Politics of Content Creation… We are also now at the same table with Multichoice to see how we can increase local content, but we need private businesses to come on board,” she said.Muinjo said budget constraints have also affected the NBC's ability to buy more local content over the last two years.“Behin …
The Politics of Content Creation- February 2020
… I think people value those.” Talavera’s second AMVCA best film nomination following ‘Salute!’ in 2018, the director will be attending the ceremony in Nigeria and describes the nod as a huge honour. “Multichoice receives thousands of applications. …
Tradition and Dreams Clash in the AMVCA-Nominated ‘Kukuri'- November 2019
MultiChoice is arguably Africa’s leading content provider with channels that cover up-to-date international and local content, not to mention the best sports moments across the board. …
MultiChoice Continues Telling Great Stories
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
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
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 →
Friday 20 February
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 →
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
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
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 →