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Queendom Shutdown: Production Fails to Pay Cast and Crew

"Financial Woes Stop Production of Popular African Telenovela 'Queendom''

Queendom Shutdown: Production Fails to Pay Cast and Crew
Queendom Shutdown: Production Fails to Pay Cast and Crew
In the dynamic world of African television, the sudden suspension of Paramount Africa’s "Queendom" has caused a significant stir in the industry. The telenovela, produced by Clive Morris Productions, has been severely impacted by the financial troubles of the production company, resulting in months of unpaid wages for its cast and crew.

Earlier this year, employees working on both the new "Empini" telenovela for MultiChoice’s Showmax and "Queendom" for BET faced delayed payments from Clive Morris Productions. 

Although Natalie Mdladla, Paramount’s senior director of communications, confirmed that the "Queendom" team eventually received their overdue payments, this was not until April 2023, marking the last time they were paid.

Despite these delays, the cast and crew continued to work in May, expecting payment at the end of the month. When this did not happen, they collectively decided to stop working from June 3rd, leading to the abrupt halt of production. 

Clive Morris Productions attempted to mitigate the situation by sending letters promising payments that never materialized. The company expressed their frustration, explaining they were actively seeking funding to pay everyone and were not withholding money deliberately.

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A cast member's response to Clive Morris Productions’ plea for "a little breathing room" underscored the severity of the situation, stating, “Unfortunately, a little breathing room isn’t accepted as rent or as car payments.”

The downfall of "Queendom" serves as a cautionary tale for the African television industry, highlighting the need for financial stability and responsible management within production companies. It also emphasizes the importance of stronger safeguards to protect the livelihoods of cast and crew members.

As the industry progresses, producers, broadcasters, and regulatory bodies must collaborate to ensure the financial viability of productions and prioritize the rights and well-being of creative talents. The "Queendom" incident is a stark reminder of the far-reaching consequences of financial mismanagement, affecting both the future of shows and the lives of those dedicated to bringing these stories to life.

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