Satellite TV operator MultiChoice Africa has signed a long-standing agreement
with Eutelsat, a leading communications satellites operator, ensuring that their
DStv pay-TV platform continues to increase its reach in Africa over the next 15
years.
Nico Meyer, CEO of MultiChoice Africa, said: “We are delighted to make this
announcement with Eutelsat who have partnered with us to meet the needs of
our growing business in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is exciting to be planning this
new expansion with a company that is not only committed to ensuring we are
able to provide the best television experience to our subscribers, but a company
that, like ourselves, is committed to making a difference in Africa through
investing in developmental projects. We look forward to being able to provide
new and exciting services to our DStv subscribers in the future.’
MultiChoice Africa has secured two transponders on the EUTELSAT 36A satellite,
which reaches 38 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. In 2015 a EUTELSAT 36C
satellite which holds 15 Ku-band transponders will launch, allowing MultiChoice
Africa use of this frequency spectrum. Following the launch, it plans to add an
additional 11 transponders to its existing 25, acquiring sufficient bandwidth to
accommodate new Standard Definition and High Definition channels and
services.
“Our sustained investment over 20 years in high-power broadcast satellites for
Africa has anchored Eutelsat as a key infrastructure provider supporting the
transition to a digital environment and delivering viewers both diversity and
quality,’ Michel de Rosen, Chairman and CEO of Eutelsat, added. “We are
extending our long-standing relationship with one of Africa’s most go-ahead
media companies over the coming 15 years. It is a privilege to be MultiChoice’s
chosen partner in 38 African countries and to demonstrate our broader
commitment to Africa via the annual DStv Eutelsat Star Awards that sparks
scientific thinking by school children across Sub-Saharan Africa.’
