Showmax is entering a transformative phase, positioning itself as Africa’s premier streaming service with a renewed focus on affordability, diverse content, and innovative plans. The revamped platform aims to secure the top spot in the region, introducing a pioneering Showmax Premier League plan for mobile users.
Commencing on January 23, the migration of existing customers to the globally recognized Peacock streaming platform is underway. The new pricing structure emphasizes value, offering Showmax Entertainment at KES 650, Showmax Entertainment Mobile at KES 300, and Africa’s first standalone Showmax Premier League plan at KES 500.
In its Kenyan debut, Showmax supports various payment methods, including Visa and Mastercard, DStv Add to Bill, vouchers, and M-Pesa via USSD *375#. The company prioritizes accessibility, actively exploring additional payment options in collaboration with Moment, its partner in building Africa’s largest payment network. In the coming months, in-app M-Pesa payments will be seamlessly integrated into the platform.
Joe Heshu, Showmax Chief Operating Officer, emphasizes the platform’s commitment to enhancing the user experience across Kenya. Collaborating with Kenyan companies, including a strong partnership with Safaricom, Showmax aims to streamline the payment process. Integration of in-app M-Pesa payments will be an ongoing effort, ensuring broad accessibility.
The February relaunch promises an impressive array of content, featuring 20 new Showmax Originals. Highlights include the South African thriller “Red Ink,” a fresh season of the Nigerian drama “Flawsome,” and popular international hits such as “Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning,” “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” and “Halo S2.”
How to pay for Showmax via USSD
Dial *375#
Pick a Showmax plan
Confirm the purchase
Insert M-Pesa PIN
Click on the link sent via SMS to activate subscription on www.showmax.com
Sign in OR create your Showmax account
Confirm redemption of voucher on the Showmax platform
Or
Dial *375#
Pick a Showmax plan
Confirm the purchase
Insert your M-Pesa PIN
Upon payment success, you will receive an SMS containing the Showmax subscription voucher code.
Sign in OR create your Showmax account on www.showmax.com
Copy and paste or manually enter the Showmax voucher code received via SMS in the redeem voucher box to activate your Showmax subscription
Once successful, your Showmax subscription will be activated
