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Melissa Mpofu Showbiz Editor
PRODUCERS of reality show, Big Brother Africa (BBA), Endemol SA and M-Net have announced that the continental show will not be held this year as it has been put on hold.

This comes after the introduction of regional shows, Big Brother Mzansi (BBM) and Big Brother Angola which have proved more popular than the continental edition.

“While regional Big Brother shows are being produced, including Big Brother Angola and Big Brother Mzansi, the continental version of the show is on hold.

“Big Brother continues to captivate audiences in each market in which it is produced, and the move to regionalise the show allows producers to re-evaluate the direction of the show,” DStv said in a statement.

“M-Net wish to thank Big Brother Africa fans for their support and assure them that in the future, further announcements will be made.”

BBA which created celebrities and millionaires including Zimbabwe’s Wendall Parson, Nigeria’s Uti Nwachukwu and Karen Igho among others, hit a huge snag last year after the venue where the Housemates are usually housed, caught fire a week before the season launched.

It is not clear how long the show will be put on hold and if more regional editions will be launched.