Timed to International Women’s Day on Friday, March 8, Netflix has unveiled several new, female-focused series and films from Africa, with the goal of “shining the spotlight on” the “remarkable achievements” of female creators from the region.
Leading female members of the Nigerian film community are coming together in Lagos, Nigeria on Wednesday, March 6 for a “Her Voice, Our Story” International Women’s Day event, organized in collaboration with Mo Abudu of EbonyLife TV, to celebrate African women in the creative industries. Those taking part include Netflix Director of Content in Africa Dorothy Ghettuba, and creatives Bolanle Austen-Peters (Man of God), Hamisha Daryani Ahuja (Namaste Wahala), Chichi Nworah (Shanty Town), and Peace Hyde (Young Famous & African).
“At Netflix, we want our stories to reflect as many lives as we can. This is why we are not just passionate about the stories we tell, but the people who tell them and...
Leading female members of the Nigerian film community are coming together in Lagos, Nigeria on Wednesday, March 6 for a “Her Voice, Our Story” International Women’s Day event, organized in collaboration with Mo Abudu of EbonyLife TV, to celebrate African women in the creative industries. Those taking part include Netflix Director of Content in Africa Dorothy Ghettuba, and creatives Bolanle Austen-Peters (Man of God), Hamisha Daryani Ahuja (Namaste Wahala), Chichi Nworah (Shanty Town), and Peace Hyde (Young Famous & African).
“At Netflix, we want our stories to reflect as many lives as we can. This is why we are not just passionate about the stories we tell, but the people who tell them and...
- 3/6/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix has unveiled a new slate of programming at TV conference Mip Africa. The line-up includes the fourth season of hit drama “Blood & Water” plus a new feature-length rom-com, “Soweto Love Story.”
The streamer also revealed a number of partnerships with South African filmmakers and production outfits. Among them are a deal with Akin Omotoso and Ochre Media for multiple book adaptations, a three-picture partnership with director Donovan Marsh (“iNumber Number”), and a multi-project partnership with production company Gambit Films (“Blood & Water”) across series and features.
“We are incredibly excited to continue with our investment in South African storytelling and to expand our relationships with these amazing storytellers,” said Ben Amadasun, Netflix’s VP of content for Middle East and Africa. “These long-term partnerships with local filmmakers have enabled us to uncover unique perspectives and diverse stories from South Africa to entertain our more than 238 million members around the world.
The streamer also revealed a number of partnerships with South African filmmakers and production outfits. Among them are a deal with Akin Omotoso and Ochre Media for multiple book adaptations, a three-picture partnership with director Donovan Marsh (“iNumber Number”), and a multi-project partnership with production company Gambit Films (“Blood & Water”) across series and features.
“We are incredibly excited to continue with our investment in South African storytelling and to expand our relationships with these amazing storytellers,” said Ben Amadasun, Netflix’s VP of content for Middle East and Africa. “These long-term partnerships with local filmmakers have enabled us to uncover unique perspectives and diverse stories from South Africa to entertain our more than 238 million members around the world.
- 9/4/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
The deck is stacked and so is the drama. The Kings and Queens of reality are back!
Young, Famous & African returns, following a group of glitzy and affluent media personalities from across the continent. All Kings and Queens of their fields, these jetsetters see their relationships tested as new cast members crash the party.
Release Date
May 19
Where to Watch Young, Famous & African
Netflix
La entrada ‘Young, Famous & African. Season 2’ on Netflix on May 19 se publicó primero en Martin Cid Magazine.
Young, Famous & African returns, following a group of glitzy and affluent media personalities from across the continent. All Kings and Queens of their fields, these jetsetters see their relationships tested as new cast members crash the party.
Release Date
May 19
Where to Watch Young, Famous & African
Netflix
La entrada ‘Young, Famous & African. Season 2’ on Netflix on May 19 se publicó primero en Martin Cid Magazine.
- 5/10/2023
- by TV Shows Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid - TV
Must-watch comedy series, eye-opening documentaries and an expansion of the “Bridgerton” universe are among the noteworthy additions to Netflix this month. May 12 sees the premiere of Jennifer Lopez’s new Netflix original film “The Mother,” in which she plays an assassin lured back in for one last job. And on May 23, the documentary “Victim/Suspect” examines how sexual assault victims too often get turned into suspects when they report their assaults.
“Queen Charlotte,” the “Bridgerton” prequel series, arrives on May 4 while a new season of Tim Robinson’s sketch series “I Think You Should Leave” drops on May 30. And if you missed the most recent season of the niche (but delightful) comedy series “Documentary Now!,” you can stream that on Netflix starting May 9.
Check out the full list of what’s new on Netflix in May 2023 below.
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“Queen Charlotte,” the “Bridgerton” prequel series, arrives on May 4 while a new season of Tim Robinson’s sketch series “I Think You Should Leave” drops on May 30. And if you missed the most recent season of the niche (but delightful) comedy series “Documentary Now!,” you can stream that on Netflix starting May 9.
Check out the full list of what’s new on Netflix in May 2023 below.
Also Read:
The 50 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now Arriving May 1
Above Suspicion
Airport...
- 5/1/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Following its March 18th debut, Young, Famous & African had the continent and the rest of the world on the edge of their seats. It made for premium entertainment, thanks to the bossiness of Zari, Khanyi’s Hr mindset, Annie’s vulnerability, and the rest of the cast members, each of whom brought a dose of reality gold to the table. As short and sweet as the show was, we couldn’t help but wonder who else would have kept us glued to our screens. Across the continent, there are one too many popular personalities who would have had everyone talking just as
10 Celebrities We’d Like To See On “Young, Famous And African” Season 2...
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- 5/2/2022
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
Young, Famous & African has given its viewers front seats to the lives of an elite all-African cast. Following the end of its seven-episode run, there are a few notable observations. For starters, Annie is the quintessential African wife; deeply in love with her family to a fault. Perhaps most people cannot relate to that kind of love, but from the outside looking in, the good sister needs to pick her self-esteem from where she left it years ago. There’s only so much you can endure as a woman, as a human, before it’s time to call it a day.
“Young, Famous and African” Season 1 Review...
“Young, Famous and African” Season 1 Review...
- 3/28/2022
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
Since his Arabian-themed party, Tanzanian musician Diamond Platnumz has been missing in action. The last time we saw him on Young, Famous & African, the “Gere” hitmaker was trying his luck with South African rapper Nadia Nakai. At the time, Nadia was seeing someone and was confused about the connection she shared with Diamond. The pursuit of Nadia continues, except this time Nadia is a single girl. Not only have we learned of her breakup, but Nadia revealed through a conversation with Quinton that her relationship with men is flaky. The final episode begins with Diamond giving Nadia a call.
“Young, Famous and African” Season 1, Episode 7 Recap...
“Young, Famous and African” Season 1, Episode 7 Recap...
- 3/27/2022
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
The last episode of Young, Famous & African ended on a loving note, with 2Baba asking Annie for yet another ten years. His proposal has stirred controversy online. Is Annie a ‘ride or die’ kind of girl? Given the kind of sentiments she had at the beginning, some of the show’s fans are of the opinion that Annie is simply dying inside, and riding nothing at all. Assuming her agreement is based on a promise of a great future, possibly far better than the darkness of the past, Annie is simply a woman in love. It’s all written in her
Young, Famous and African Season 1, Episode 4 Recap...
Young, Famous and African Season 1, Episode 4 Recap...
- 3/25/2022
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
Previously on Young, Famous & African, a newcomer, Zari the Boss Lady, stepped into the picture. She seems to be rattling the girls a little bit. To Annie, she is already judgmental about not getting the Arabian theme right. With Khanyi, there can only be one queen in the building, and so far, Zari is one without so much as trying. Will she steal the spotlight? Zari is not expected to be on good terms with Nadia at all. Their friendship would be awkward if their relationship with Diamond is anything to go by. Kayleigh knows how to stay in
Young, Famous and African Season 1, Episode 3 Recap...
Young, Famous and African Season 1, Episode 3 Recap...
- 3/22/2022
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
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