A modernized audiovisual co-production treaty between Telefilm Canada and the Government of the Republic of South Africa entered into force on January 1, 2026. The treaty replaces the previous Canada–South Africa audiovisual co-production agreement signed on November 5, 1997, updating the legal and administrative structure governing joint film, television, and audiovisual productions between the two […]
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Starz Acquires South African Action Series “The Nowhere Man”
“The Nowhere Man,” a six-episode scripted action series produced and filmed in South Africa, will launch weekly on Starz (U.S.) starting January 16, 2026. The series stars Bonko Khoza as Lukas, a former Special Forces mercenary living with post-traumatic stress disorder, and Naturi Naughton-Lewis as Ruby. Naughton-Lewis also serves as an executive producer. Set and […]
Milisuthando Bongela Launches Self-Distribution for “Milisuthando” Across Southern Africa + Global Streaming
South African filmmaker and cultural critic Milisuthando Bongela is bringing her debut documentary “Milisuthando” back to Southern Africa via a self-distribution campaign that extends from festivals to homes, book clubs, and community spaces. The film is also available to stream on the Criterion Channel, as well as via its official website and Patreon. After premiering […]
South Africa: Remembering Mbongeni Ngema, Trailblazing Creator of SARAFINA!
Mbongeni Ngema, a visionary and pioneer in South African theatre arts, music, and film, died in a car accident on December 27. He was 68 years old.
A Look at Recent Regulatory Shifts Across African Film Industries: South Africa
These regulatory updates reflect the South African government’s efforts to adapt to the evolving landscape. However, as in Kenya’s focus, they also bring challenges such as potential impacts on artistic freedom due to content classification regulations.
Netflix Makes New South Africa Investments: New Series, Films, and Talent Deals
Netflix is ramping up its investment in South Africa, unveiling a slate of original series and films, and multi-title partnerships with local filmmakers.
Netflix’s Socioeconomic Impact in Africa 2016-2022: Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa
The top streamer says it’s committed to the long-term development of African film and TV industries.
What is Netflix Doing in Africa? — An Analysis of the Streamer’s Output to Date
Two years into its “Africa expedition,” since its first African original series, it’s time for Netflix to reassess.
GOOD MADAM: Ghosts of Apartheid Haunt South African Horror That Probes Black Family in Domestic Servitude
A metaphor for the enduring effects of colonialism, it’s social commentary tucked into a haunted house movie.