Articles about Canal

MultiChoice to delist from JSE

Canal+ plans to acquire all remaining MultiChoice shares after more than 90% of shareholders accepted its offer, triggering a compulsory buyout.

Canal+ ups MultiChoice stake

The global media and entertainment group headquartered in France now owns 76.52% of MultiChoice.

MultiChoice entity LicenceCo appoints Ngwepe as CEO

Willington Ngwepe has been appointed as CEO of the newly-created LicenceCo, the holder of SA’s subscription broadcasting licence for DStv.

DStv’s tech evolution in last 30 years

The platform celebrates 30 years of innovation, marking its evolution from satellite TV pioneer to a digital and streaming giant.

Board changes not enough to fix MultiChoice

The new Canal+ and MultiChoice board will need to deliver on its strategy to make meaningful impact, analysts say.

Board changes at MultiChoice as Canal+ takes full control

David Mignot and Nicolas Dandoy will respectively be CEO and CFO of the Canal+ African operations after Calvo Mawela and Tim Jacobs’ resignations.

MultiChoice starts BEE restructuring ahead of Canal+ deal

The pay-TV giant gets set to restructure to meet the Competition Tribunal’s requirements for the $3 billion Canal+ deal.

Tribunal conditionally approves MultiChoice, Canal+ merger

The competition watchdog has given the green light to the proposed transaction, subject to agreed restructuring conditions.

Canal+, MultiChoice sweeten merger deal with R2bn pledge

The companies will spend an additional R2 billion over three years on local communities if a merger is finalised.

Canal+ merger could be lifeline for under-pressure MultiChoice

Amid declining revenues and subscribers, the deal brings scale, tech synergies and long-term sustainability, says CFO Tim Jacobs.

MultiChoice, Canal+ merger deal passes CompCom hurdle

The proposed transaction is unlikely to substantially lessen or prevent competition in any market, says the Competition Commission.

MultiChoice to restructure after Canal+ takeover deal

The companies conclude discussions regarding the intended post-transaction structure of MultiChoice.