Pretoria News Weekend

A global platform for SA shows

OVER the past two years Netflix has given South African film and TV drama a platform and global recognition.

Shows such as Queen Sono and Blood and Water were among the most travelled South African titles of 2020, with both reaching the top 10.

Other shows which have aired to a global audience include Santana, Seriously Single, 8, Bedford Wives, Mrs Right Guy, Hole in the Wall, Baby Mamas, , , , and the award-winning documentary, .

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