Streaming entertainment platform featuring South African crime dramas, documentaries, and series that generate regional discussion.
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The Namibian
Netflix produced 'The Messiah' (2020), a 10-episode thriller
“This is the question at the centre of Netflix's 'The Messiah' (2020). A 10-episode thriller that imagines what may or may not be the return of Jesus.”
Have A Little Faith In ‘The Messiah'The Namibian
Netflix streams 'Horse Girl' (2020)
The Namibian
Netflix streams 'Rick and Morty'
The Namibian
Netflix streams 'You' (2019)
The Namibian
Netflix released Leslie Jones' special 'Time Machine' to viewers
“'Time Machine' was released to viewers last weekend and fans of the long-awaited sequel, her first since 2010's 'Problem Child', could only have been left sated by her stellar performance.”
Brash Leslie Jones Owns Her Crazy in New Netflix SpecialThe Namibian
Netflix is streaming 'Don't F**ck with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer'
“'Don't F*ck with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer' (2019) is now streaming on Netflix.”
We are the Monster in ‘Don't F**k with Cats'The Namibian
Netflix released 'Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator' documentary
“'Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator' (2019) is now streaming on Netflix.”
‘Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator'The Namibian
'Atlantics' is now streaming on Netflix in Wolof with English subtitles
“'Atlantics' (2019) is now streaming on Netflix in Wolof with English subtitles.”
‘Atlantics' is HauntingThe Namibian
Netflix distributed The Laundromat feature film
“Steven Soderbergh's Netflix feature starring Meryl Streep, Gary Oldman, Antonio Banderas, Jeffrey Wright and Nonso Anozie.”
‘The Laundromat'The Namibian
Netflix released 'American Son' (2019) drama
“Christopher Demos-Brown's acclaimed play swaps the stage for the screen in 'American Son' (2019). A single-set Netflix drama starring Kerry Washington and Steven Pasquale, who reprise their roles as Kendra and Scott, an interracial couple desperately awaiting news of their missing son Jamal.”
‘American Son' Struggles Off StageThe 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 →