insert_link Africa Ghana criticizes Canal+ as talks to acquire MultiChoice continue Ghana’s Communications Minister, Samuel Nartey George (Photo: African Zone Facts) Ghana’s Communications Minister, Samuel Nartey George, has raised concerns over Canal+’s ongoing talks to acquire MultiChoice, expected to conclude by October 2025. The minister criticized the company for allegedly ignoring government directives to reduce subscription prices and for failing to address the proliferation of unregulated Nigerian decoders in the local market. Minister George said that the need for accountability, stating […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics CRAN Hosts Public Hearing on QoS Standards and Spectrum Strategy The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia held a public hearing in Windhoek on 14 November, focusing on two important issues: the Quality of Service standards for telecommunications and broadcasting, and the Spectrum Assignment Strategy for 2025 to 2027. The organizations's Mufaro Nesongano expands: today19 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa In S.A, AfriForum Calls for Increased SABC Privatisation Following Withdrawal of Financial Reform Bill To S.A now, where AfriForum is urging minister Solly Malatsi to consider increased privatisation of the SABC following the withdrawal of the SABC Bill, which aimed to address the broadcaster’s financial issues. AfriForum’s head of Public Relations, Ernst van Zyl, says the organisation shares Malatsi's sentiments, stating that the Bill failed to address the SABC’s fundamental need for a viable funding model. He also supports scrapping TV licenses: today12 November, 2024
insert_link Local THE NAMIBIAN GOVERNMENT: SUSTAINING THE FUTURE OF BROADCASTING 12 NOVEMBER – WINDHOEK As Namibia strides forward into an era defined by rapid technological advancement and shifting consumer behavior, the broadcasting sector remains a cornerstone of information dissemination and cultural expression. With a population of approximately 3 million, Namibia’s media landscape encompasses a vibrant mix of public, private, and community broadcasters vying for the attention of an increasingly discerning audience. However, navigating the complexities of a digital revolution […] today12 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Canal+ offers $2.9 billion for MultiChoice acquisition French media company Canal+ has made an offer of $2.9 billion to fully acquire South African broadcasting company MultiChoice. According to the BBC, it is a more attractive price compared to the $1.7bn bid that it presented to MultiChoice in February. MultiChoice is Africa's largest provider of subscription TV services, which include DSTv and streaming service Showmax. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Former Banyana Banyana captain scores major first at AFCON 2023 By Joel Omotto, bird story agency At the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), there has been a distinct female voice in the commentary box. For those who don't know, it's the voice of Amanda Dlamini, the former South African football national team captain and the first woman to commentate a game at the men’s AFCON. In yet another major score for women at this tournament, Dlamini’s […] today8 February, 2024
insert_link Oshiwambo Emmanuel TV, taika tetwamo moDSTV okudja mo 17 January 2023. Omaulikilo oradio yomudidimbe inasha neitavelo lopamepo yo Emmanuel TV okwa lopotwa taikakufwamo mewangadjo okudja koDStv mo 17 January . Emmanuel TV ya Nigeria, ota kulopotwa ya dutilwepo kunakufya omuudifi wevaengeli omuprofeti T.B. Joshua mo 2006 noyaka tandavela okutalika okupitila momakwatafano o YouTube channel, noku kala ponghatu yee radio domididimbe dinasha nevaengeli loshikelefiti odo hadi talika okupitila ko YouTube channels mounyuni aushe. nande ongaho ota kulopotwa oChannel yomuprofeti TB Joshua’ko YouTube, […] today11 January, 2024
