Big Brother Mzansi back on GOtv with Season 6

* Premieres tomorrow January 11 at 18h00 on Channel 12 with all-day drama, fresh faces, and a theme built for serious talking * Under theme; ‘BAZOZWA’, Season 6 turns up the pressure on how people compete, connect and survive under the microscope By Duncan Mlanjira GOtv brings New Year’s gift for Big Brother Mzansi enthusiasts through the TV series Season 6, which premieres tomorrow, January 11, at 18h00 on Channel 12 with all-day drama, fresh faces, and a theme…

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DStv customers to be upgraded to next top package for free once they pay for subscription

* The ‘We Got You’ promotion runs between January 1 to February 28 reconnecting customers and new DStv subscribers By Duncan Mlanjira Ever paid less and unlocked more? — DStv does through ‘We Got You’ promotion, which has been rolled between January 1 to February 28 reconnecting customers and new DStv subscribers. In a statement, DStv takes cognizance that “January is the month where life picks up speed again – school runs, budgets tighten, and homes everywhere start looking…

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CANAL+ strengthens strategic partnership with American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate Warner Bros. Discovery Inc

* Covers both the distribution of HBO Max and the renewal of several Warner Bros. Discovery thematic channels across numerous regions in Africa and Europe * It builds on the landmark agreements concluded in France in 2024 – including the renewal of the exclusive pay-TV window for Warner Bros. Pictures films just six months after their theatrical release in France By Duncan Mlanjira The now global media and entertainment company, CANAL+ and its long-standing partner, the American multinational mass…

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MultiChoice Talent Factory opens applications for its 2026 intake

* The 2026 intake introduces a comprehensive curriculum designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion * The fully accredited nine-month programme is delivered through a hybrid format, combining interactive online learning with intensive physical in-person training By Duncan Mlanjira MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), the Pan-African film and television training institution, has opened applications for its 2026 intake, whose deadline closes on February 27, 2026. In a statement from South African, the industry-leading network of academies invites all African graduates who…

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Vice-President Jane Ansah joins Standard Bank in celebrating Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase

* Through ‘Joy of the Arts’ initiative, Standard Bank invests in programs that uplift creative talent, promote cultural expression, and drive economic growth * The Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase embodies these values, showcasing the best of Malawian design and creativity to the world By Duncan Mlanjira Vice-President Justice Jane Ansah, Rtd, joined Standard Bank on Saturday night in Lilongwe to celebrate the Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase, which was described as more than just fashion, but a powerful…

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Director of Malawian drama series Pa Mango Lodge on Zambezi Magic Brian Magombo now focused on developing more Malawian and African stories for the global stage

* I want to create films that intentionally bridge worlds and I am also growing my production company into a stronger creative hub for film, television, and documentaries across Malawi * In the long term, I see myself directing feature films and, critically, mentoring emerging filmmakers back home as to make great films consistently, we need as many skilled and informed storytellers as possible By Duncan Mlanjira Brian Magombo, the director of Malawian drama series, Pa Mango Lodge, that is…

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Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies, aged 81

* A star since the 1960s, he helped to bring the sound of Jamaica to a global audience through hits such as ‘Many Rivers To Cross’, ‘Wonderful World, Beautiful People’ and ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ * The essence of my music is struggle. What gives it the icing is the hope of love”—Cliff reflecting on the lyrics of his song ‘Vietnam’ in 1986, telling reggae archivist Roger Steffens * His lead role as a gun-toting…

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Standard Bank’s Joy of the Arts making tremendous progress in transforming Malawi’s arts and culture

* We are into our second full year of the Joy of the Arts program to demonstrate that this initiative is about creating a uniting platform * Where Malawian artists connect, learn, and inspire the next generation while also making a living Maravi Express Standard Bank has rolled out a K25 million sponsorship package for the University of Malawi (UNIMA) Theatre Festival weekend in Zomba and a further K12 million for the Malawi Music Business Summit in Lilongwe as…

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From Africa’s biggest football tournament AfCON to holiday pop-up channels, GOtv turning Festive Season into a season of joy for everyone

* GOtv is wrapping this festive season with entertainment that brings joy to everyone—MultiChoice Malawi Managing Director, Averess Ndhlovu Chella * This year’s festive line-up is all about spreading, joy, cheer and value to help more families tune in, laugh loud, and live easy By Duncan Mlanjira On the GOtv menu for the Festive Season is Africa’s biggest football tournament, the  AfCON Morocco 2025 exclusive on Your World of Champions, SuperSport, and along with it are Holiday Pop-up channels…

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All active DStv and GOtv customers getting full access to DStv Premium and GOtv Supa+ channels for 3 days

* It’s our festive gift to customers and a perfect opportunity to reconnect to any package and enjoy world-class entertainment By Duncan Mlanjira The Festive entertainment has started early with MultiChoice as it has unlocked all active DStv and GOtv customers get full access to DStv Premium and GOtv Supa+ channels for three days — starting today, November 7-9. “It’s our festive gift to customers and a perfect opportunity to reconnect to any package and enjoy world-class entertainment,” says…

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