Tag: Multichoice

LIFESTYLE

Beyond the broadcast: How local subcultures are crossing over into mainstream media

For decades, the trajectory of South African mainstream entertainment followed a top-down model. Broadcasters and commercial media houses served as strict cultural gatekeepers, deciding which accents, musical genres, street movements, and visual styles made it onto national television screens and radio airwaves. Also see: Anele Mdoda opens the door to her love life in new Netflix wedding series Today, […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

DStv subscribers face more channel losses under CANAL+

DStv subscribers are facing more channel changes under new owner CANAL+ as the French media giant pushes ahead with an aggressive cost-cutting strategy following its takeover of MultiChoice. Industry analysts say content rationalisation is expected to continue after DStv already lost several international channels in 2026, raising concerns that additional channels could disappear if carriage agreements are not renewed. […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

MultiChoice launches ‘She Can Be’ campaign in celebration of women

For this year’s Women’s Month, MultiChoice proudly launches its ‘She Can Be’ campaign, rooted in recognising, supporting and platforming women across MultiChoice and its wider ecosystem by recognising women in the fullness of who they are, what they are building and the futures they are helping shape. Also see: Iziko Museums to offer full-day wellness experience […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

The Showmax shutdown: what it means for South African viewers and local content

The Showmax shutdown: what it means for South African viewers and local content For over a decade, Showmax has been a digital home for South African stories, offering local series, soaps, and reality shows alongside international hits. But this morning, subscribers were met with an email titled “Important Update” that confirmed what many feared: Showmax […]

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NEWS

Internet mourns MultiChoice’s beloved security officer David Sejobe

Internet users have taken time to remember MultiChoice’s beloved security officer, David Sejobe, who passed away after he was allegedly hit by a car while riding his bicycle. David worked as a front-house security officer at MultiChoice’s Randburg headquarters since 2015. He was popular for his warm greetings that uplifted employees and visitors. Many described […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Inside the Big Brother Mzansi season 6 house: Bazozwa in real life

Walking into the world of Big Brother Mzansi is never meant to feel ordinary. That much became clear during an overnight media experience inside the season 6 house, a space designed to test nerves, spark connection, and deliver exactly what this year’s theme promises: Bazozwa. For many invited guests, including journalists and content creators, the […]

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TECH

DStv’s Big Makeover: Canal+ Plans One Super App For South African Viewers

If you’re a DStv subscriber, there’s some exciting news coming your way. Canal+, the new parent company of MultiChoice, has big plans to change how you watch your favourite shows — by combining all its streaming platforms into one powerful “super app.” One App For Everything You Love The French broadcaster Canal+ recently completed its […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Shaka iLembe Returns: What to Expect from the Epic Final Season

South African audiences are counting down the days until the third and final season of Shaka iLembe hits our screens. MultiChoice confirmed that production is officially underway, with the series set to premiere on Mzansi Magic in 2026. Executive producer Desiree Markgraaff promises a season that will expand the saga’s world while delivering a conclusion […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Lasizwe’s Awkward Dates deal with Multichoice comes to an end

After dominating South Africa’s YouTube space for a while, Lasizwe Dambuza became one of the hand-selected content creators afforded the opportunity to make the move to TV. However, after getting embroiled in some controversy, the deal with Multichoice has ended. Lasizwe’s Youtube career dates all the way back to 2017, when his videos depicting South […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Mac G’s Multichoice deal ends after short run

After bagging a notable deal with Multichoice, controversial media personality Macgyver Mukwevho’s careless utterings have led to the end of his short career in the television space after the TV giants severed ties with him. Macgyver Mukwevho, famously known as Mac G, has quickly become the face of controversy in South Africa. He and his […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

MultiChoice distances itself from vulgar remarks made by MacG about Minnie

The broadcasting giant, MultiChoice, has disassociated itself from podcaster, Mcgyver Mukwevho, popularly known as MacG, following his vulgar remarks about media personality, Minnie Dlamini. He uttered the widely condemned remarks in his podcast, namely, Podcast and Chill, published on YouTube, when they were discussing Minnie’s breakup with Dr Brian Monaisa, alongside his co-hosts Sol Phenduka […]

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