Articles about DSTV

DStv pirates sentenced as MultiChoice raids intensify

Cases linked to illegal digital activities have been concluded in the Paarl Regional Court and the Worcester Regional Court.

MultiChoice boosts Canal+ in first results since deal

Canal+ reports its first financial results since acquiring MultiChoice, with the South African pay-TV operator boosting group revenue by R13 billion.

AI, zero-rating drive SABC Plus platform expansion

The video streaming platform targets increased accessibility through zero-rating, artificial intelligence and gamification, as it transforms into a content aggregator.

All set for MultiChoice delisting

The delisting of the video entertainment group will proceed upon commencement of trading on the JSE and A2X on 10 December.

Android TV boxes seized in anti-piracy operation

A joint operation in Lenasia results in the successful seizure of hundreds of illegal streaming devices valued at over R500 000.

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.

Tribunal conditionally approves MultiChoice, Canal+ merger

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

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 loses 2.8m subscribers in two years

For the year ended 31 March, the DStv parent company’s linear subscribers were down 1.2 million, or 8% year-on-year, to 14.5 million active subscribers.

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 destroys fake DStv goods intercepted in Durban

The items bore the counterfeit mark “Dtv”, a brand deceptively similar to the registered DStv trademarks, posing a significant threat to consumers, says the firm.