Tag: Local Content

Netflix has acquired two acclaimed documentary shorts with strong African creative connections, bringing the films to audiences worldwide and highlighting the growing international reach of African filmmakers and co-productions. Among ...

Tides, a new Kenyan romantic drama centred around music, written and directed by Reuben Odanga (known for Mo-Faya and Nafsi), is set to debut at Century Cinemax on August 8. ...

In Zambia, a landmark moment in cinema unfolded as the eagerly awaited political thriller '77: The FESTAC Conspiracy premiered in grand style at the International Conference Centre in Lusaka. The ...

A survey by Broadcast Media Africa has uncovered a critical "monetisation crisis" facing the continent's digital media industry. While 61% of media organisations in Africa have launched Over-The-Top (OTT) streaming ...

Africa's broadcast media is at a turning point. Rapid technological change, shifting audience habits, and global competition are reshaping the industry. Yet broadcasting remains central to public life—trusted for information, ...

Kampala, Uganda – 28 May 2025 – Day 2 of the Broadcasters Convention – East Africa spotlighted artificial intelligence, cultural authenticity, and the need to empower local content creators through ...

Authorities in Kano State, northern Nigeria, have suspended 22 Hausa-language drama series from airing or streaming, citing violations of local censorship laws. The move, announced on Monday, 19 May 2025, ...

A newly established film distribution company, Screen Connect has launched its first theatrical release with the Kenyan premiere of Over the Bridge, a Nigerian psychological thriller directed by Tolu Ajayi. ...

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is preparing to unlock new revenue by making its extensive archive of old shows available on its SABC+ streaming platform — and potentially licensing ...

The organisers of the upcoming Broadcast Media Convention – East Africa 2025, which will be held in Kampala, Uganda, have announced that industry leaders and executives will gather to explore ...