Showmax is breaking new ground as Africa’s first streaming service (SVOD) to live stream a homegrown concert. On 18 January 2025, fans in 44 African countries can watch Grammy-winning Amapiano superstar Tyla perform live from the SunBet Arena, Pretoria, exclusively on Showmax.com. Tyla, the youngest African Grammy winner, will showcase hits from her chart-topping debut album TYLA, which has amassed more than 1.6 billion streams. 

Yatish Narsi, Chief Marketing Officer at Showmax and MultiChoice South Africa, says, “With our advanced live-streaming technology, we’re thrilled to spotlight Tyla’s iconic homecoming concert. This marks our first live-streamed entertainment event, underscoring our commitment to making world-class experiences accessible across the continent.”

Fresh off wins at the BET Awards, MTV Music Video Awards, and the Grammys, Tyla, hailed as the “Queen of Popiano,” invites fans to join her online: “Tygers! Me and Showmax decided to live stream this concert for everyone across Africa. I hardly get time to be home so this one is gonna be special! I can’t wait for y’all to ROCKKK with me!”

RADAR 🌍 Showmax is set to live stream Grammy-winning star Tyla's upcoming homecoming concert from SunBet Arena (Pretoria) on Saturday, 18 January 2025. Broadcasting to fans across 44 countries, this marks a new era for streaming in Africa #TylaOnShowmax pic.twitter.com/bdQLel18b7

— #LAMag 🔌 (@lamagafrica) January 10, 2025

For fans who missed her sold-out Cape Town and Pretoria shows, this exclusive live stream offers a final chance to be part of Tyla’s magical tour. “We’re not just hoping to smash records with this live stream,” Narsi adds. “We’re changing the narrative of what it means to succeed on our continent. Showmax doesn’t just aim to be the best in Africa; we aim to take our place among the best in the world.”

This historic concert comes as Showmax celebrates a stellar year since it relaunched in February 2024, marked by a 50% year-on-year increase in paying subscribers and a string of prestigious accolades. Powered by Peacock’s cutting-edge streaming technology, which set North American viewership records with 16.3 million simultaneous live streams during an NFL Wild Card game last year, the new Showmax platform has cemented its place as a leader in streaming.

How to watch

To stream Tyla’s concert live from the SunBet arena in Pretoria, viewers will need an active Showmax Entertainment subscription. There are so many ways to pay for your Showmax subscription; sign up at www.showmax.com to be part of this historic moment. Fans can also join in the excitement by following #TylaOnShowmax.

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16 January 2024 – Showmax will be streaming the Tyla Red Carpet Experience and has announced Kat Sinivasan and Moozlie as the red carpet hosts. Kat and Moozlie are no strangers to the red carpet given their extensive hosting experience,  both on the ground and on-screen. With close to two decades of presenting both local and international events, Kat and Moozlie are guaranteed to give streamers quality content and the low-down on who’s walking the red carpet.

Kat says: “I’m thrilled to be hosting the Tyla Red Carpet! Tyla is an absolute powerhouse of talent and creativity, with her captivating vocals and mesmerising stage presence. She’s not just an artist; she’s a force, constantly pushing boundaries and inspiring fans worldwide. Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we bring her energy and excitement to Showmax. It’s going to be pure magic.” 

“As a pretty girl from Joburg myself, there is nowhere in the world I’d rather be! I absolutely love Tyla and I can’t wait to take SA music and culture to a whole new level with her, and all the Tygers live from Showmax’s red carpet right here in Mzansi!” says Moozlie.

Red carpet guests on the night include well-known faces from your favourite shows, including cast from The Real Housewives franchises, Adulting, and Youngins as well as sports stars, musicians and artists coming out in force to support Tyla as Showmax beams her final homecoming concert live across the African continent.

Showmax subscribers are encouraged to check that they have the latest version of the Showmax app, and sign up or log in early, so they’re ready to “Push2Start” at 8.30 pm when the red carpet stream begins.