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American Focus > Blog > Entertainment > Netflix Unveils South African Programming Slate at MIP Africa
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Netflix Unveils South African Programming Slate at MIP Africa

Last updated: September 3, 2024 6:23 am
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Netflix recently showcased its upcoming South African content lineup at the MIP Africa event, unveiling a diverse range of series and films. Among the highlights is the series “Love Never Lies: South Africa,” a reality show that follows six couples as they put their trust to the test with lie detectors. The show is set to premiere on Nov. 29.

In addition to the series, Netflix also announced several films that are set to debut in the coming months. “Happiness Is” is the latest installment in a romantic comedy franchise that follows a group of friends navigating personal challenges, scheduled to premiere on Oct. 18. “Umjolo” is a four-part anthology series, with the first film titled “Umjolo: The Gone Girl” releasing on Nov. 8. The story revolves around a young woman whose engagement takes an unexpected turn. Lastly, “Disaster Holiday” is a comedy that follows a workaholic trying to prove his parenting skills during a family vacation, set to release on Dec. 13.

Ben Amadasun, Netflix’s VP of content for Middle East and Africa, expressed excitement about strengthening relationships with production partners in South Africa. He highlighted the importance of bringing diverse and authentic local stories by local storytellers to both local and global audiences. Amadasun emphasized the popularity of South African stories not only within the country but also internationally, resonating with audiences in various countries around the world. He teased that the showcased content is just a glimpse of what viewers can expect as Netflix continues to bring a mix of local South African and international stories to entertain its 278 million members worldwide.

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In other news, the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) announced its jury lineup for the Jiseok, BIFF Mecenat, and Sonje Awards. The Kim Jiseok Award, which honors new features from established Asian filmmakers, will be judged by industry experts such as Christian Jeune from the Cannes Film Festival and filmmakers Prasanna Vithanage and Shin Suwon. The BIFF Mecenat Award for documentaries will see filmmakers Mohsen Makhmalbaf and Jéro Yun, along with Fujioka Asako from the Yamagata International Documentary Film Festival, deciding the winners. Filmmakers Lim Daehyung, Constance Tsang, and Yamanaka Yoko will be responsible for selecting the recipients of the Sonje Award, which recognizes top Korean and Asian shorts.

Overall, both Netflix’s South African content lineup and the upcoming BIFF awards promise a diverse array of storytelling that will captivate audiences both locally and internationally. Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting developments in the entertainment industry.

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