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With new partnerships, BBC Studios launches a fresh OTT platform for kids in South Africa, Taiwan
Mumbai: BBC Studios, in partnership with Switch Media and MTN in South Africa and MyVideo in Taiwan, has announced the launch of BBC Kids in South Africa and Taiwan. BBC Kids offers inspiring, educational, and entertaining BBC content for families and children aged 0-12.
The agreement with Switch Media and MTN makes South Africa the fourth market to launch the BBC Kids brand, following launches in Australia, the US, and most recently on Taiwan’s most influential OTT platform, MyVideo, on 1 July this year. Popular programmes in Taiwan include the natural history series Spy in the Wild and the cooking show My World Kitchen for kids.
BBC Kids will be ad-free and carefully curate the BBC’s award-winning children’s programming according to age. Dedicated sections aimed at pre-school children and another for older primary school children will provide a safe space for children to enjoy an abundance of high-quality BBC Kids content and a service that parents can trust.
It can be downloaded via the app store or play store. BBC Kids will be available to MTN customers via a flexible daily, weekly or monthly subscription.
The programming for preschoolers includes Hey Duggee, Sarah and Duck, JoJo and Gran Gran, Yakka Dee, and Swashbuckle. Meanwhile, offerings for the older set include Jamie Johnson, Harry Potter: A History of Magic, The Bagel and Becky Show, Horrible Histories, and Gangsta Granny.
BBC Studios president of global markets Nick Percy said, “BBC Kids provides parents with a go-to, trusted destination for award-winning children’s programming that can be accessed anytime, anywhere. With inspiring, educational, and exciting shows for preschool and older children at their fingertips, BBC Kids will be a welcome addition for families in South Africa and in Taiwan.”
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Cineflicks set to enter India’s OTT market with community-first focus
New platform aims to blend streaming content with interactive viewing experiences
MUMBAI: A new player is gearing up to join India’s crowded streaming arena, with Cineflicks preparing to launch as a community-driven OTT platform aimed at redefining how audiences engage with digital entertainment.
The platform plans to offer a mix of movies, series and digital content, while placing equal emphasis on building an interactive ecosystem where viewers can connect, share and participate beyond passive viewing.
India’s OTT market has seen explosive growth over the past decade, fuelled by rising smartphone penetration and affordable internet access. As streaming becomes the default mode of content consumption, new entrants are increasingly looking to differentiate themselves not just through content libraries but through user experience.
Cineflicks appears to be positioning itself within this next phase of evolution. Instead of focusing solely on scale, the platform is aiming to create a space where audiences can engage more deeply with the content they watch, turning entertainment into a shared experience rather than a solo activity.
While details around its content slate remain under wraps, people familiar with the development say the platform is currently building out features and partnerships ahead of a phased rollout. The broader strategy suggests a blend of content discovery, community interaction and digital participation.
The timing is notable. With global and regional streaming platforms competing intensely for attention, the emphasis is slowly shifting towards engagement and retention rather than just acquisition. Platforms that can foster stronger audience connections may have an edge in this evolving landscape.
Cineflicks’ entry reflects the continued expansion of India’s digital entertainment ecosystem, where innovation is increasingly being driven by how content is experienced, not just what is offered.
As the platform moves closer to launch, the real test will be whether it can translate its community-first pitch into a compelling, everyday habit for viewers.
