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A significant milestone in the journey across the media Africa. Today marked the listing of @CANAL+ on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, symbolising a new chapter of growth, opportunity, and deeper investment in the continent's creative and entertainment industries. From the opening ceremony to the…

“Your network is your net worth.” 🎥🤝​ In the film and television industry, collaboration can change everything. The MultiChoice Talent Factory Extended Cut alumni know that sometimes the right person at the right time can elevate an entire production. Your talent is what opens the door, your…

“Nobody owes you the opportunity." 🎬​ From travelling from Durban to Joburg just to knock on production company doors, to gaining years’ worth of industry experience through the MultiChoice Talent Factory programme - this is the reality of chasing the craft.​ This is more than content. This is…

As someone who has worked on both scripted and unscripted content, Shirley shares how reality TV allows us to showcase ourselves in a more authentic and realistic way. She adds that reality TV provides a mirror to society and it calls for society to do a lot of self-reflection. Over the years…

In this episode of MultiTalks, Shirley Adonisi, Director of Local Entertainment at MultiChoice Group shares the secrets behind some of your favorite shows.​​ Shirley has been at the forefront of some the country's most loved local content like Uthando Nesthembu, Inimba, The River, Kwa Mam'Mkhize…

Earlier this month, the Joburg Film Festival reinforced MultiChoice Group's position as Africa’s leading storyteller. This year’s theme, #FeelTheFrame, came to life through visually striking films, immersive soundscapes, and stories that travelled far beyond the borders, connecting filmmakers…

This past week we celebrated the art of storytelling through cinema. From the industry talks and masterclasses, to the MTF Day and the award ceremony - every aspect from the #JoburgFilmFestival was incredibly meaningful and impactful. MultiChoice Group Director of Local Entertainment Channels…

In celebration of International Women’s Month, CANAL+ and MultiChoice celebrate the women who shape the stories that bring us together and inspire us every day. Through the campaign “We Are… Because She Is,” we pay tribute to the women who move culture forward: actresses, creators, leaders…

Some riveting conversations were held at yesterday's JBX Sessions. MultiChoice Group Executive Head of Content Strategy Tracy-Ann van Rooyen took audiences through the distribution process in the From Festival to Feed: Expanding the Reach of African Cinema Through Distribution session. "One of the…

In this recap of day two of the #JoburgFilmFestival, we look back at some of the JBX sessions that took place. In the Unpicking Costumes: In conversation with Sheli Masondo and Diana Cilliers session, explored the evolving craft of costume design in an era of global co-productions and fashion-film…

The first day at JBX sessions were jam packed with a lot of industry experts in panels from Frames of the Future: Africa’s Must-Know Filmmakers to The Future of the Blockbuster: Genre Storytelling and Africa’s Global Screen Potential. These panels unlocked some key discussions which may help shape…

To wrap-up day one, we caught up with Tebogo Matlawa Head of Scripted Content Middle & Mass South Africa and he shares that MultiChoice Group's commitment to African storytelling still remains and that festivals like this are a celebration of all the hard work that happens off the screen. Keep…

Nicola Auret Executive Head of Programming: General Entertainment Management kicked off the festival with an opening address and shared how events like JFF allow executives and creatives to come together into a room of collaborators. "For MultiChoice and @canalplus, supporting the @joburgfilmfest…

How far would you go for your mom? To fight the beauty industry, a young boy decides to combat it from inside. He disguises himself as a women and enters a University beauty pageant to raise awareness on the scourge of skin depigmentation after his mom is diagnosed with skin cancer. The film is…

There's a lot that goes into the films and movies we enjoy. As we're gearing up for the Joburg Film Festival, Bongi Selane shows us that there's more to the festival theme "Feel the frame" and her role as juror at this year's festival. "Judging is not just about the story but about understanding…

A powerful story of myth, memory, and discovery comes to the big screen in Desert Child, a StudioCANAL production set to captivate audiences at this year's @Joburg Film Festival. The film follows young author Sun, whose award-winning tale of a child raised by the desert after surviving a sandstorm…

Ever wondered why film festivals matter? In our latest episode of MultiTalks, Sipho Ngwenya spoke to Bongi Selane, a juror of the 8th Joburg Film Festivals and she shares how these festivals provide a space for creatives to feel like they belong to a community of like-minded people. She also…

Meet the #MTFSouthAfrica Class of 2025. Now it's time to see the personalities behind the names, the ones that are here make their mark on the industry. Be on the lookout for more on our social media pages. #MultiChoiceTalentFactory #EnrichingLives

MultiChoice Group is proud to be part of a major global content moment as CANAL+ launches King & Conqueror simultaneously across 40+ countries in Europe and Africa, a first for a CANAL+ licensed series.​ Set against the events of 1066, the 8-part historical epic follows the battle for the English…

The MultiChoice Talent Factory Extended Cut Initiative ended 2025 on a high note with the premiere of #Hepiii on Mzansi Bioskop.    This short film follows Mlungisi who is stuck on duty with a rookie partner and a priceless painting, the Bona uLisa, in his care. When a bribe lands in his hands…

“You can’t cheat sports - you need to know your stuff.”​ In this episode of #MultiTalks, sports broadcaster @Lindiwe Dube joins Sipho Ngwenya for a conversation about representation, passion, and breaking barriers in the sports industry.​ Lindiwe also shares what makes authentic storytelling and…

Since 2012, the MultiChoice Innovation Fund has been empowering black-owned SMMEs in high-growth sectors: from fintech and edutech to digital media and broadcasting.​ Last week, we joined Wetility, one of our proud beneficiaries, as they showcased how innovation can transform communities and…

From her passion for sports to her drive to upskill future women athletes – @Lindiwe Dube shares with us what motivates and shapes her footprint in the South African sports industry in MultiTalks episode 10. ​ Catch the full episode on the MultiChoice Group YouTube channel. ​ #EnrichingLives ​

At #FAMEWeekAfrica, Ryan Cumming, Head of Marketing at SuperSport, shared their vision for the future. As Africa’s leading sports broadcaster, SuperSport continues to innovate, expand its reach, and tell stories that inspire the continent. ​ ​ SuperSport still aims to focus on delivering…

Let’s rewind to Saturday, 29 August where our #HereForHer x Agenda Women competition winners had the incredible opportunity to attend the Agenda Women Summit in Fourways.​ For them, it wasn’t just about winning a competition, it was a privilege to learn from women who have overcome obstacles and…

Reality shows and telenovela’s have been a favourite past time for the African audience. On the back of a successful season of Uthando neSthembu, we’ve decided to further expand into creating realnovela’s, a genre that infuses the nuances that you find in telenovelas with reality TV…

19 September marks the return of #YounginsShowmax. The show’s success has served as confirmation that youth-focused content isn’t the future of African programming, it’s the present! Africa is home to the world’s youngest population. When we invest in youth programming, we create a library of…

It is important for Africans to see and hear themselves in the content that they consume, which is why the “Stories Without Borders” panel discussion was such a crucial part of the day’s content sessions. It emphasised our continuous efforts to ensure that Africans across the continent are able to…

Day one of #FameWeekAfrica has been an insightful experience, where industry experts and pioneers got to share valuable insights with the aim of growing the film and TV industry across Africa and into the global markets. Keep your eyes glued to our social media platforms to see what else we’ve…

We have officially kicked off #FAMEWeekAfrica and we’re off to an impactful start. Day 1 has brought us electrifying engagements, and conversations that are set out to move the industry forward, and build sustainable global bridges through African storytelling. We caught up with the CEO of…