Netflix is expected to have 3.6 million African subscribers by 2025 and it’s driving this with pricing and local content. But as it tests a cheap mobile-only plan, current progress suggests the goal m…
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From music to movies and TV shows, Techpoint Africa brings you the latest news and insights on how technology is shaping the entertainment industry.
How Africa’s changing Internet culture gave BBNaija its best outing yet
Defying the pandemic, Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), a popular Nigerian reality show, aired for 71 days this year. As the winner emerged on September 27, available data revealed it is a likely influence…
What is at stake if TStv delivers on its promise this time
Late last month, TStv, Nigerian pay-TV, promised a nationwide comeback, again. Besides the question of whether or not it will deliver on its promise, we examine the business model and any prospect to …
Netflix is secretly allowing free access to some original movies and series
A ‘watch free’ page was recently discovered on Netflix’s official website. While the video streaming company confirmed that it’s for promotional purposes, it is not confirmed h…
VAR, goal-line technology, and their impact on football betting
Innovation in the game of football has seen the welcome introduction of goal-line technology and the VAR to eliminate errors. How effectively are they doing this?…
Why Africa is not yet ready for the eSports boom
There is clearly a global eSports boom, and Africa is getting the desired attention due to its ’emerging market’ status. But the impact will remain insignificant if underlying infrastructu…
Nigeria approves ban on local exclusive VoD content, $13,000 hate speech fine
The Nigerian Government has approved the revised code by the NBC that limits the acquisition or airing of exclusive/original local content on online streaming platforms, and places fine for hate speec…
Music streaming platform, Audiomack expands to Nigeria; Afrobeats seems to be the catch
Audiomack, a global free music streaming platform further establishes interest in Africa as it expands to Nigeria. and this appears to be influenced by a growing global acceptance of Afrobeats…
What can new Nigerian VoD platforms learn from the struggles of existing ones?
Although the Nigerian VoD marketplace is unsaturated, it is not clear if new entrants stand a chance especially with competition from foreign platforms for local content. Here are a few lessons from t…
4 new Netflix Nollywood originals coming to your screens soon
Netflix pulls a nostalgic move on its Nigerian audience today as it announces plans to produce an original series and movie from two classic novels by popular Nigerian authors. What else should be exp…
Netflix and Amazon Prime are coming to DStv, but only for Explora subscribers
With the MultiChoice Group set to begin streaming Netflix and Amazon Prime content, what becomes of its plans to make DStv Now a standalone streaming service?…
Nigerian broadcasting agency seeks to regulate exclusive/original local content on Netflix, iROKOtv, PayTV
The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission released an amendment to the 6th edition of its broadcasting code that could bring an end to exclusive content on iROKOtv, Netflix, and PayTV platforms airing in N…
Why the pandemic will not be the end of cinemas in Nigeria
With social distancing rules and the sit-home order came an increased demand for home entertainment. Though things are not rosy for cinemas during this period, they still remain relevant.…
Nigerian reality TV show, BBNaija goes virtual for Season 5 auditions
Popular Nigerian TV sensation, Big Brother Naija, recently announced plans to kick-off Season 5 with calls for auditions via online video submissions. What does this mean for the organisers and potent…
Netflix begins production of more Nollywood originals; what should Nigerians expect?
On the heels of the launch of Netflix Naija, we got a hint that Netflix has commenced the shooting of a new Nollywood original, the success of which will bring more. What should Nigerians expect?…
YouTube Music and ad-free YouTube Premium now available in Nigeria
Today, YouTube launched its music service, YouTube Music and its ad-free video service, YouTube Premium in Nigeria. Here’s what you need to know about them.…
Netflix might soon offer more Nollywood originals with the advent of Netflix Naija
As Netflix opened a dedicated Twitter account for its Nigerian subscribers — Netflix Naija — we look at the reactions that trailed it and the possibilities it holds for local viewership go…
Airtel Nigeria launched Airtel TV, a repeat of 3flix Mobile TV or not?
Despite making an attempt by launching 3flix TV in 2018, Airtel Nigeria has launched Airtel TV — a TV and video-on-demand app that allows users to watch video content and stream live TV programm…
Why South Africa might be the major market for the impending stand-alone DStv Now
A look at how figures from MultiChoice and Netflix point to the fact that South Africa is likely going to be a major market for it streaming service, DStv Now which is going solo by March 2020.…
According to data, BBNaija’s Mercy Eke didn’t just beat housemates, she also ‘peppered dem’ on Twitter
The most popular reality TV show in Nigeria — Big Brother Naija ‘Pepper Dem’ edition — came to an end on Sunday. According to raw data gathered by TFW, Mercy Eke who carted away ₦30 millio…