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The Little Moments That Matter: Movies Parents and Kids Can Watch Together
Let’s talk about something not often discussed enough between African parents and their kids.
Not love, we already know there’s love. “Bonding”.
In many African households, love is loud in sacrifice but quiet in expression. Parents provide, protect, and work tirelessly. But sitting down, relaxing, and simply being present together doesn’t always come naturally.
If you grew up in an African home, you already understand this.
When mum or dad comes back from work, the atmosphere shifts. The TV volume drops. Someone suddenly remembers plates in the sink. Another person starts sweeping a spot that’s been clean since morning. Everyone just… behaves.
Not because there isn’t love, but because closeness often comes with formality. There’s respect. There’s discipline. But that soft, easy familiarity between parents and kids can be rare.
So we grow up sharing the same house but living in different worlds. Parents tired from work. Kids busy with school, chores, or their phones.
And yet, years later, what we remember isn’t the rules or the lectures. It’s the small moments. The random laughter. The evenings when everyone relaxed and forgot to be strict for a while.
Sometimes, bonding doesn’t need a big conversation or a “family meeting.”
Sometimes, it’s as simple as watching a movie together.
Just, “Come and sit down, let’s watch this.”
That small invitation can change the mood of the whole house. Conversations start. Jokes fly. Someone explains the plot too much. Someone else steals the remote. And before you know it, everyone is actually together.
The right movie helps.
Something light and stress-free like Mr. Bean’s Holiday on Movie Room Africa (GOtv Channel 51), where Bean’s clumsy adventure across France delivers effortless laughter for both kids and parents.
Or The LEGO Movie on M-Net Movies 3 (GOtv Channel 43), following Emmet, an ordinary LEGO figure thrown into an extraordinary adventure. Fast, funny, and packed with clever humour adults enjoy just as much.
For louder nights filled with commentary and laughter, A Madea Funeral on M-Net Movies 3 (GOtv Channel 43) brings family drama, secrets, and Madea’s unforgettable honesty. And for the same chaotic fun with a spooky twist, A Madea Halloween on Movie Room Africa (GOtv Channel 51) keeps everyone half-laughing, half-shouting at the screen.
On quieter evenings, Dolphin Tale on M-Net Movies 3 (GOtv Channel 43) offers something softer. The true story of a rescued dolphin and a young boy’s bond with her leaves the room quiet at the end, but in the best way.
The beauty is that these stories are already there on GOtv. No planning. No pressure. Just press play and sit together.
They’re not “serious bonding activities.” They’re just movies. And sometimes, that’s enough.
Because one day, your kids won’t remember the chores or how strict the rules were.
They’ll remember moments like, “Remember when we watched that movie together and couldn’t stop laughing?”
And that’s what stays.
Right now, subscribers can enjoy all these and more with the We Got You offer, available until 28 February 2026. Pay for your current package and get upgraded to the next package at no extra cost, giving you access to more channels, more shows, more moments together.
To subscribe, upgrade, or reconnect, download the MyGOtv App or dial *288#. You can also stream anytime with the GOtv Stream App.
A fresh lineup of shows hitting your screen this weekend into April on GOtv, it’s about to be back-to-back moments, gripping plots, unforgettable characters, and follow-up stories that will have you texting your circle, “are you watching this?!” before an episode even ends.
This is your official cue to update your watchlist. Consider this your sign to get locked in. Number one on the list is:
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Forever Mine – Premieres 28th March
The drama centers on a murder investigation following a Lagos luxurious wedding. A love, betrayal, desperation and murder story. Expect Lagos Lifestyle, grand celebrations and forbidden love that threatens to change everything.
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Wura S4 – Premieres 30th March
Wura season 4 explores the consequences of Wura’s ruthless actions, with her empire cracking and her family turning against her. Murdering her own daughter comes back to haunt her.
This season is expected to be a high-stakes and dramatic continuation.
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Dividends – Premieres 30th March
The drama centres on three strangers whose lives become dangerously intertwined through a Ponzi scheme known as “The Golden Bars.”
The series dives into themes of greed, deception, and the temptation of easy money, reminding viewers that “awoof dey always run belle.”
Dividends airs Mondays to Wednesdays at 20:30 on Africa Magic Showcase.
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Iboju – Premieres April 4th
Iboju is a Yoruba-language crime thriller set to premiere on Africa Magic Yoruba. The series explores powerful themes of survival, secrets, and sacrifice, following ordinary people pushed into difficult choices where the line between right and wrong becomes increasingly blurred.
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Stripped – Premieres April 19th
The narrative of Stripped focuses on the lives of five main characters dealing with financial pressures and making bold, unpredictable choices. A high-stakes, dramatic storyline involving extreme choices.
This lineup is one you don’t want to miss. Don’t just hear about it, tune in and experience it for yourself. Catch up on GOtv.
To upgrade, subscribe, or reconnect, download the MyGOtv App or dial *288#. For catch-up and on-the-go viewing, download the GOtv Stream App and enjoy your favourite shows anytime, anywhere.
Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has clarified that his recent social media comment comparing the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards to the Academy Awards (Oscars) was made in jest, following widespread reactions online.
The conversation began after the actor shared a video from the 2026 Academy Awards (Oscars), where Michael B. Jordan was seen having his award engraved shortly after his win. In his initial reaction, Remi suggested that winners at the AMVCA do not receive their plaques immediately, a claim that quickly gained traction across multiple media platforms.
However, in a follow-up video posted shortly after, the actor dismissed the comparison as a joke, noting that he is aware of how the AMVCA award process works.
“I was just messing around, and it was all a joke,” he said, adding that people had taken the remark more seriously than intended.
He reaffirmed his respect for the platform, describing the AMVCA as the only African awards show comparable to the Oscars.
“AMVCA is the only African show you can even compare to the Oscars,” he added.
The actor also confirmed his involvement with the awards, noting that he will be present at this year’s edition and is actively working on it.
“I’ll be at this year’s AMVCA, in fact, I’m working with them on this one.”
The exchange has since drawn attention to how awards are handled at the AMVCA. Winners receive their plaques on stage immediately after being announced and are subsequently directed to a designated media room, where engraving stations are set up to personalise each award in real time.
The engraving process is completed on the night of the event, with winners finalising their plaques while also engaging with the press through interviews, photography, and official media documentation.
Industry sources familiar with the production confirm that this system has been consistently implemented across previous editions, with visual documentation from past ceremonies showing the engraving process and post-win media interactions.
The clarification comes amid ongoing conversations about production standards across global award platforms, as African film and television continue to gain wider international visibility.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The application deadline for the 2026 intake of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) has been extended to Monday, April 27.
The deadline for the pan-African film and television training institution was earlier fixed for February 27, but it has now been extended by two months, giving aspiring African filmmakers, directors, producers, scriptwriters and storytellers across the continent additional time to apply for its fully funded, industry-accredited training programme.
The programme is open to young creatives aged 18 to 35 with a passion for the screen industry. Applicants may hold qualifications in film, television, media, drama, or related creative disciplines or possess one to two years of industry experience. A formal film degree is not required.
Participants will be exposed to a structured 12-month programme across key areas, including scriptwriting, production management, directing, cinematography, editing, sound, and various post-production specialities, gaining experience in bringing stories to life. The programme is fully funded, covering tuition, production costs, and monthly stipends, allowing participants to focus entirely on developing their craft.
MTF operates academies across four African cities: Johannesburg (South Africa), Nairobi (Kenya), Lagos (Nigeria), and Lusaka (Zambia), ensuring a diverse pool of talent is trained to contribute to the growth of Africa’s film and television industry.
The initiative was established in 2018 by MultiChoice Group, a CANAL+ company, to discover and nurture the next generation of storytellers by providing access to mentorship, technical training, and real-world production experience in film and television.
Almost 300 filmmakers have been trained by MTF, with participants producing over 42 movies during the programme. These projects are broadcast on DStv and GOtv channels, including Maisha Magic, Zambezi Magic, and Africa Magic. MTF graduates have earned nominations and awards at major platforms such as the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Uganda Film Festival, and Women in Film Awards. Alumni also collaborate in global creative spaces, including the European Film Market and Durban FilmMart.
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