MultiChoice, Phuthuma Nathi in share swap deal
Analysts welcome the share exchange deal, despite the challenges faced by the pay-TV company.
Streaming giant Netflix’s market share slumps
A new report on global subscription video-on-demand platforms says Netflix’s market dominance is declining but it remains a leader in original content.
MTN, MultiChoice close shops amid xenophobic violence
In the interest of safeguarding customers and staff, the companies close some outlets in SA, Nigeria and Zambia.
Calls for caution on tense SA, Nigeria relations
Nigerian entrepreneur McEva Temofe urges caution in dealing with tensions between SA and Nigeria, following an ultimatum imposed by a Nigerian student association.
Nigerian students demand MTN, MultiChoice leave the country
South African businesses operating in Nigeria, including MultiChoice and MTN, have been given seven days to leave the West African nation.
MultiChoice to merge digital assets as OTT race intensifies
The pay-TV operator looks to consolidate DStv Now and Showmax, after facing stiff competition from Netflix, Amazon Video, Facebook and iFlix.
Eskom chairman joins MultiChoice board
The pay-TV operator names Jabu Mabuza and Fatai Adegboyega Sanusi as independent non-executive directors.
Sportscaster Marawa finds home on YouTube
Within hours of Robert Marawa’s tweeted announcement, 78 000 people had watched the video post, 7 000 people liked the post and 2 600 had retweeted it.
MultiChoice halts job cuts, allows CCMA to engage workers
The MultiChoice job cuts have been halted for now, to allow the CCMA to lead the process, starting with consultations this Friday.
Quality content will save MultiChoice from OTT disruptors
Analysts say MultiChoice should consider entering into new content partnerships to grow its streaming services and increase its appeal to customers.
Massive job cuts loom at MultiChoice call centre
The company will enter into a consultation process with 2 194 employees within customer care and the walk-in centres.