South Africa 🇿🇦: ‘Khanyi Mbau Celebrates Netflix South Africa’s 10-Year Anniversary

 

South African media mogul and "Queen of Bling" Khanyi Mbau is leading the applause for Netflix South Africa as the streaming giant officially marks its 10-year milestone in the country.

The Young, Famous & African star took to Instagram to honor the platform's decade-long journey, crediting it with transforming the local entertainment landscape and providing a global stage for homegrown stories.

A Decade of Excellence

Since its South African launch in January 2016, Netflix has evolved from a disruptor into a cornerstone of the local film and TV industry. For Mbau, the anniversary is a celebration of "magic" and "growth."

"@netflixsa celebrates 10 years in South Africa, creating and giving us magic," she shared with her followers. "A decade of excellence, growth, and showcasing our country's best to the world."

Securing the Future

Mbau’s involvement in the milestone goes beyond social media tributes. The actress revealed she was part of an exclusive industry discussion panel aimed at evaluating the current state of South African content and strategizing for the next ten years.

The panel explored ways to improve production quality, increase global competitiveness, and "secure the future of the industry." Mbau described the opportunity to contribute to these high-level talks as a "privilege," highlighting her transition from a screen star to a key voice in industry development.

Netflix’s Impact on SA

Over the last ten years, Netflix has invested heavily in South African originals—ranging from the global hit Blood & Water to reality sensations like Young, Famous & African.

10 Years at a Glance

 January 2016

2026 marks a decade of local operations.

How To Ruin Christmas, Silverton Siege, Justice Served, and Savage Beauty.

Significant investment in local talent, crew training, and postgraduate scholarships.

As the celebrations continue, industry insiders and fans alike are looking forward to what the "Red N" has in store for its second decade in Mzansi. With voices like Khanyi Mbau at the table, the future of South African streaming looks brighter than ever.

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