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Audiomack marks 5th anniversary in Africa with over 58 billion streams of Afrobeats music

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MultiChoice subscribers drop by 243,000 due to high inflation

Between April and September 2024, MultiChoice Group, an African pay-TV provider, reports that its Nigerian division lost 243,000 customers for both its DStv and GOtv services. According to MultiChoice’s financial results for the fiscal year that concluded on September 30, 2024, which were released on Tuesday, many of its customers have had to give up […]

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Kai Cenat breaks Twitch record for most subscribers during Mafiathon 2

Popular streamer Kai Cenat has officially become the most subscribed Twitch streamer of all time, breaking the record just 11 days into his ongoing Mafiathon 2 subathon.  As of November 12, 2024, Cenat reached an impressive 326,252 subscribers, surpassing the previous record held by prominent VTuber Ironmouse, who had approximately 220,000 subscribers at her peak. […]

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Netflix subscriber growth hits a snag, company pivots strategy

Due to a ban on password sharing, Netflix may report its highest decline in new subscribers in six quarters on Thursday. Investors are looking for signs that the company’s new ad revenue business is growing. It is estimated by LSEG that the streaming giant added almost 4 million new members during the months of July […]

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Ayra Starr surpasses 2 billion streams on Spotify 

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats artiste Ayra Starr has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify, a song-streaming site. The surge in her streaming numbers is largely attributed to the success of her recent album, The Year I Turned 21, which has resonated with fans worldwide. Having 2 billion streams highlights her rapid rise in the music industry and […]

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Spotify Premium prices rise in Kenya

Spotify remains a significant music streaming provider in a world where streaming services are essential to daily enjoyment.  Spotify has raised Premium prices in various countries, including Kenya, to meet market needs. Nairobi users discuss the service’s worth and how the new fee compares. Read also: Spotify criticises Apple for breaking volume controls on iOS […]

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Jadrolita: The Nigerian content creator blending AI and entertainment

In the ever-evolving digital entertainment landscape, a few creators like Nigeria’s Jadrolita, also known as Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, are pushing the boundaries of creativity.  A graduate of Ambrose Ali University in Edo State, she has managed to captivate audiences with her innovative blend of artificial intelligence (AI) persona and engaging content, all while juggling her […]

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Danny Boyle films ’28 Years Later’ using an iPhone15 Pro Max

The highly anticipated sequel 28 Years Later, directed by Danny Boyle, has made headlines not only for its return to the iconic zombie genre but also for its groundbreaking filming techniques.  Notably, a significant portion of the movie was shot using the iPhone 15 Pro Max, marking it the most expensive film ever made using […]

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Netflix reveals ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 release date in explosive new teaser

Finally, Squid Game fans can put a date on their calendars. Season 2 will start on Netflix on December 26, 2024. After the first season was a huge hit and attracted viewers all over the world, people have been eagerly waiting for the second season since it was officially announced in June 2022. Here is […]

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Kenya’s first Sci-Fi series “Subterranea” premieres on Showmax

Kenya is set to make a groundbreaking entry into the science fiction genre with the premiere of “Subterranea,” the country’s first-ever sci-fi series, which will air on Showmax on September 26, 2024. Directed by the acclaimed Likarion Wainaina, known for his work on “Supa Modo,” this eight-part Showmax Original series promises to explore complex human […]

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Production on The Witcher 4 will begin in full swoop

Despite CD Projekt RED’s lack of an official handle on developing the fourth instalment of the Witcher series, evidence suggests that total production is near. The next part of The Witcher is on the way, and work on it will move to the developmental stage as early as now. For many years, people were just […]

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South African telcos urge Netflix to pay MTN, Vodacom, and others

According to the Association of Communications and Technology (ACT), Netflix and other such services should pay to construct and maintain the network infrastructure that underpins their operations. To do this, it plans to introduce “Fair Share” agreements in the over-the-top (OTT) market. Telecommunications carriers use the phrase “over-the-top” (OTT) to refer to services hosted on […]

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12 Million Capitec users in SA to enjoy 50% off Showmax subscription

Capitec and Showmax partner to offer South Africans a game-changing offering. The two companies established a cooperation to lower MultiChoice-owned platform subscription fees for the bank’s 12 million active app customers. Starting this week, Capitec users can buy Showmax streaming vouchers through the banking app for half the price. The entry-level Showmax Entertainment Mobile bundle […]

Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Music startups in Africa with over $100K in funding

Africa’s music industry is booming, propelled by a dynamic, tech-savvy youth and soaring global appeal. The continent’s music scene captures hearts and ears worldwide with innovative technology and vibrant talent. Digital music platforms like Boomplay, Deezer, Spotify, and Apple Music have transformed Africa’s music industry, expanding access to African music globally. They’ve bridged the geographical […]

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