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MultiChoice has announced the end of Showmax subscriptions on April 1, preparing to transfer its content to the DStv Stream platform. The standalone Showmax service will conclude on April 30, marking a significant change in the streaming landscape in Africa.
Timi Jaiyeola highlights that the primary obstacle for streaming platforms such as Showmax in Africa is not the number of subscribers, but rather the low disposable income among consumers. He emphasizes that this economic challenge significantly hinders the growth of the sector.
According to Spotify's recent Loud & Clear report, Nigerian artists received more than ₦60 billion in royalties from the platform in 2025, following an impressive 30.3 billion streams. This surge highlights both the global impact and local success of the Nigerian music industry.
Asake has asserted his position at the pinnacle of Nigeria's music streaming landscape, with three of his albums ranking among the top ten most-streamed projects since 2020, according to TurnTable Charts.
Wizkid has secured the position of the highest-ranked African artist on ChartMasters' global best-selling artists list, achieving 13.18 million album sales as of March 3, 2026. He ranks 544th overall among 641 artists worldwide.
The Premier League is gearing up to launch the 'Premier League Plus' streaming application in Singapore, which will provide access to all 380 matches of the upcoming season. This initiative marks a transformative approach to delivering English football directly to fans.
American streamer IShowSpeed has wrapped up his month-long 'Speed Does Africa' tour, encompassing 20 countries including Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa. The tour, noted for showcasing Africa's cultural diversity, has successfully garnered 50 million subscribers in Lagos and fostered connections between Western audiences and modern African life.
The rising popularity of online streaming has transformed it into a major industry, captivating audiences globally. The recent arrival of American streamer IShowSpeed in Nigeria sparked discussions on the nature of streaming and its significance.
Nigerian streamer Peller expresses his dismay to fans after he was barred from meeting American streamer IShowSpeed during the latter's trip to Lagos.
In a recent incident in Lagos, Nigerian streamer Peller expressed his frustration after being barred from approaching fellow content creator IShowSpeed, asserting his prominence in the streaming world.
