Rogan Productions Marks First International Expansion with South African Office

London-based production company Rogan Productions has made a significant move by opening its first international office in South Africa. This strategic expansion, which marks the company’s 13th year in operation, will see Rogan Productions establish a production base in Johannesburg with close links to Cape Town.

Founded by James and Soleta Rogan, the company has established itself as a leading player in the UK television production landscape. With a diverse portfolio of productions, including documentaries, dramas, and features, Rogan Productions has garnered a reputation for delivering high-quality content that captivates audiences worldwide.

One of the company’s most notable recent productions is the critically acclaimed three-part documentary series, Free Nelson Mandela. This well-reviewed series offers a compelling look at the life of anti-apartheid campaigner and political prisoner Nelson Mandela, who became South Africa’s first Black president in 1992. The series has garnered international attention, with BBC Studios shopping it internationally.

Rogan Productions has a long-standing connection with South Africa, with the company’s founders having close ties to the country. The recent success of Free Nelson Mandela has further solidified the company’s interest in exploring the rich storytelling tradition of South Africa.

Soleta Rogan, co-founder and co-CEO of Rogan Productions, expressed the company’s enthusiasm for this new chapter, stating, ‘South Africa has always inspired and captivated us with its deep creativity and extraordinary stories. We are excited to set up a base here and look forward to working with world-class filmmakers and discovering new platforms that showcase the brilliance and potential of African stories.’

James Rogan, co-founder and co-CEO, added, ‘With our broader footprint, Rogan is afforded the scope to deliver more stories in more formats, to more audiences. This has been an aim we have been actively working towards for the past couple of years, and opening in a territory that holds a personal connection is a real moment of celebration for us.’

Rogan Productions’ expansion into South Africa marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and diversification. The company’s commitment to delivering high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences will undoubtedly continue to drive its success in this new market.

The company’s recent productions include Boom Box: Beats and Betrayal for HBO Max, Bowie: The Final Act for Film4/Channel 4, and BAFTA winners Grenfell: Uncovered for Netflix and Uprising for the BBC. With its expanded reach, Rogan Productions is poised to deliver even more compelling stories to audiences worldwide.