Streaming entertainment platform featuring South African crime dramas, documentaries, and series that generate regional discussion.
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The Namibian
Netflix has had 'The Sandman' as its number one show for four consecutive weeks
“After four consecutive weeks as Netflix's number one show, the popularity of 'The Sandman' cannot be overstated.”
What to Watch This WeekendThe Namibian
Netflix makes available for streaming Bridgerton series
“The Shonda Rhimes TV series debuted in March this year and is available for streaming on Netflix.”
Watch ‘Bridgerton' Season 2 For a Good CryThe Namibian
Netflix distributes Bridgerton Season 2 for streaming
“The Shonda Rhimes TV series debuted in March this year and is available for streaming on Netflix.”
Watch ‘Bridgerton' Season 2 For a Good CryThe Namibian
Netflix features the smash hit series 'You' (2021)
“The stalking moves to the suburbs in the third season of Netflix's smash hit 'You' (2021).”
You' is Back and in the ‘BurbsThe Namibian
'You' (2021) is now streaming on Netflix
The Namibian
Netflix released reality TV show 'Bling Empire'
“Reality TV just got so much more interesting with the introduction of Netflix' latest showing 'Bling Empire'.”
The Rise of the Bling EmpireThe Namibian
Netflix features adult animation series 'Close Enough'
“The latest in the line of binge-worthy adult animation is 'Close Enough' on Netflix.”
Cartoon Network gets ‘Close Enough'The Namibian
Netflix released the film 'Enola Holmes' (2020)
The Namibian
Netflix released the film 'Love, Guaranteed'
“Clearly, we are longing for the utterly banal and Netflix's latest is 90 minutes of cinematic "say no more".”
‘Love, Guaranteed' is Rom-Com by NumbersThe Namibian
Netflix will screen 'Baxu and the Giants' as its first local Namibian film
“Multiple award-winning Namibian film 'Baxu and the Giants' (2019) is set to make history when it becomes the first local film to be screened on Netflix.”
‘Baxu and the Giants' Lands NetflixThe South African crime drama 'Umthetho' follows characters forced to navigate family, loyalty, and difficult moral decisions. Lead actor Nqobile Khumalo portrays Mbali, whose brother's return draws her into a dangerous world where she must choose between protecting her family members.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The South African crime drama 'Umthetho' follows characters forced to navigate family, loyalty, and difficult moral decisions. Lead actor Nqobile Khumalo portrays Mbali, whose brother's return draws her into a dangerous world where she must choose between protecting her family members.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Netflix's 22-episode series "The Polygamist," released on 12 June, follows a wealthy Johannesburg businessman with multiple wives and a mistress, generating widespread social media discussion across Africa and internationally, with reactions ranging from memes to celebrity tweets.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian reviews "Maternal Instinct," a Netflix documentary about Taylor Parker from Texas whose life was built on fabrication, including a 10-month false pregnancy claim, revealing how unchecked deception can spiral into violence.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A Namibian arts column examines Netflix's 'The Polygamist' series, arguing that beneath its drama about a wealthy businessman's crumbling empire lies a portrayal of absent fatherhood, generational trauma, and the emotional damage of status-seeking that resonates with South African audiences.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Namibia's Consumer Price Index, based on spending data from 2009/10, significantly underestimates inflation experienced by households, particularly low-income earners who spend more on food and fuel. The basket is being updated in 2027, which may reveal inflation has been higher than headline figures suggest, widening inequality as wage adjustments fail to match actual cost-of-living increases for poorer households.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
From musicians and fashion designers to visual artists and comedians, Namibian creatives are entering 2026 with sharpened purpose, focusing on international expansion, sustainable careers, and industry unity. Common themes include building collaborative networks, prioritizing authenticity and mentorship, and reducing dependence on government support to create their own opportunities.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian producer Mentos Goagoseb, known as DJ Dozza, is gaining recognition locally and internationally through collaborations with German producer Leo Large, with recent placements on Netflix and Showmax, and upcoming releases planned for 2026.
26 January 2026 · New Era →