After the shutdown of Showmax, Africa’s SVOD landscape faces a defining moment. With piracy on the rise and global streaming giants tightening their grip, the future of local storytelling hangs in the balance. Can African creatives remain competitive and reach global audiences? We speak to Jack Devnarain on what this means for the industry.

After the shutdown of Showmax, Africa&rsquo;s SVOD landscape faces a defining moment. With piracy on the rise and global streaming giants tightening their grip, the future of local storytelling hangs in the balance. Can African creatives remain competitive and reach global audiences? We speak to Jack Devnarain on what this means for the industry.

POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of “Perspectivians” and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

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After Showmax - Africa’s Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) Future, Piracy Risks, and the Fight for Global Relevance

Tensions rise on the global stage as South Africa is reportedly disinvited from the G7 Summit in Evian. Jean-Noël Barrot denies claims that Donald Trump influenced Emmanuel Macron to withdraw the invitation to Cyril Ramaphosa. The development unfolds alongside escalating tensions linked to a potential Iran–United States conflict, raising concerns about shifting alliances. Analysts like Thembisa Fakude and Patrick Bond weigh in on the geopolitical and economic implications.

Tensions rise on the global stage as South Africa&nbsp;is reportedly disinvited from the G7 Summit&nbsp;in Evian. Jean-No&euml;l Barrot&nbsp;denies claims that Donald Trump&nbsp;influenced Emmanuel Macron&nbsp;to withdraw the invitation to Cyril Ramaphosa. The development unfolds alongside escalating tensions linked to a potential Iran&ndash;United States conflict, raising concerns about shifting alliances. Analysts like Thembisa Fakude&nbsp;and Patrick Bond&nbsp;weigh in on the geopolitical and economic implications.

International News Feature (30 March 2026)

Khathutshelo Rasilingwane’s political journey reflects a steady rise through the Democratic Alliance, from grassroots activist to councillor and MMC in Ekurhuleni. Now serving as a provincial legislator and the DA’s mayoral candidate, she enters a high-stakes contest against Nkosindiphile Xhakaza. Her candidacy comes at a critical time, as service delivery challenges dominate the agenda and voters demand accountable, effective leadership in Ekurhuleni.

Khathutshelo Rasilingwane&rsquo;s political journey reflects a steady rise through the Democratic Alliance, from grassroots activist to councillor and MMC in Ekurhuleni. Now serving as a provincial legislator and the DA&rsquo;s mayoral candidate, she enters a high-stakes contest against Nkosindiphile Xhakaza. Her candidacy comes at a critical time, as service delivery challenges dominate the agenda and voters demand accountable, effective leadership in Ekurhuleni.

Khathutshelo Rasilingwane's Political Journey and Ekurhuleni Mayoral Bid (30 March 2026)

The Johannesburg High Court has cleared a R10bn worker agreement aimed at improving wage equity, marking a significant victory for organised labour. While unions like South African Municipal Workers' Union welcome the ruling, the Democratic Alliance warns it could strain municipal finances and impact service delivery ahead of elections. Key voices include Thobani Nkosi and Michael Bagraim, reflecting the growing political divide.

The Johannesburg High Court&nbsp;has cleared a R10bn worker agreement aimed at improving wage equity, marking a significant victory for organised labour. While unions like South African Municipal Workers' Union&nbsp;welcome the ruling, the Democratic Alliance&nbsp;warns it could strain municipal finances and impact service delivery ahead of elections. Key voices include Thobani Nkosi&nbsp;and Michael Bagraim, reflecting the growing political divide.

After Showmax - Africa’s Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) Future, Piracy Risks, and the Fight for Global Relevance

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