Yadah TV, a channel on DStv (281) run by Zimbabwean preacher Walter Magaya, is shutting down today, January 31, 2025. It has been on DStv since 2018.
Magaya is the founder and leader of the Prophetic Healing and Deliverance church in Harare, Zimbabwe.
A notice on DStv confirms the channel’s closure but does not provide a reason. It reads:
<blockquote>
DStv regrets to inform you that it will be saying goodbye to the Yadah TV channel from 31st January 2025.
</blockquote>
According to The NewsHawks, Yadah TV was primarily used to promote Magaya’s religious activities, fake healing claims, and exploitative practices, including using deceitful sermons to secure tithes from followers.
Magaya has made unverified claims of healing powers, falsely claimed qualifications, and fabricated an honorary PhD from the University of South Africa, which is now under investigation.
He also falsely claimed to have discovered a cure for HIV/AIDS.
Magaya has faced rape accusations from congregants and was indicted, though the case has not gone to trial and remains unresolved.

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Yadah TV, a channel owned by Walter Magaya on DStv, is closing down today after being on air since 2018. Magaya is a preacher from Zimbabwe. The channel's closure has not been explained by DStv. The channel was used to promote Magaya's religious activities, fake healing claims, and exploitative practices. Magaya has been accused of being a false prophet, making fake claims about healing powers and qualifications. He also falsely said he found a cure for HIV/AIDS. Magaya has also been accused of rape, but the case is still pending.

Walter Magaya’s Yadah TV To Cease Broadcasts On DStv As Of January 31, 2025

MultiChoice Zimbabwe has announced a special giveaway, offering free access to the full DStv Premium bouquet for three days to all active subscribers during the festive season.
The offer will be available from Friday, December 27, to Sunday, December 29, allowing active DStv users to enjoy a range of premium content without needing to upgrade their packages. A statement from DStv reads:
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The season of giving, from the 27th – 29th of December all active subscribers will get access to all channels at no extra cost. Yes, you got that right you will be able to enjoy channels on the Premium package at zero cost. It’s the festive season, after all, let us enjoy the best entertainment. Manake paDStv!
</blockquote>
DStv Zimbabwe frequently offers various promotions to its customers. These include the “Step Up Promotion” which allows existing subscribers to pay for a higher package and get upgraded to the next higher package for that month.
For example, if you’re on the Compact package, you can pay for the Compact Plus package and get upgraded to Premium.
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MultiChoice Zimbabwe is giving all DStv subscribers free access to the Premium package for three days over the festive season. This means you can watch all the best channels without paying extra. They also have other promotions like the Step Up Promotion where you can pay for a higher package and get upgraded for a month. This special offer is from December 27 to December 29, so enjoy the best entertainment without any extra cost. Stay tuned for more news from Pindula News.

DStv Subscribers Get Three Days Of Free Premium Access

Pay-TV operator MultiChoice, which runs DStv, has issued an apology to its customers for interruptions on its SuperSport Action channel over the weekend.
In a statement released on Tuesday, MultiChoice said that viewers in several African countries faced issues with the SuperSport Action channel during the Chelsea vs. Newcastle match on Sunday, October 27, 2024. It reads:
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MultiChoice Africa is aware that viewers in some African countries experienced problems with the SuperSport Action channel on Sunday, 27 October 2024 during the Chelsea vs New Castle game at 15:50 CAT.
It has since been established that during the recent SuperSport channel revamp, technical issues had resulted in certain broadcast feeds being impacted.
SuperSport took immediate steps to isolate the problem and restored the correct feeds to the SuperSport Action channel.
We apologize to all viewers for the inconvenience caused and assure our viewers that the issue has been successfully resolved.
</blockquote>
On October 9, 2024, MultiChoice rebranded its SuperSport variety channels across both the DStv and GOtv platforms.
The new channel, SuperSport Action, was launched to offer a wider array of sports content, including UFC matches and additional Champions League games.
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DStv said sorry for problems on SuperSport Action channel during Chelsea vs. Newcastle match. Viewers in African countries had issues. There was a technical problem during a recent revamp which caused disruptions. SuperSport fixed the issue and apologized for the inconvenience. DStv rebranded its SuperSport variety channels and launched SuperSport Action for more sports content.

DStv Issues Apology After SuperSport Action Channel Disruptions

EcoCash, Zimbabwe’s leading mobile money platform, has announced a partnership with MultiChoice Zimbabwe to offer customers a convenient and secure way to pay their DStv subscriptions.
This collaboration allows EcoCash users to pay their monthly DStv fees directly from their EcoCash wallet, enabling instant activation of their DStv account.
With this partnership, EcoCash customers can access a wide range of international sports, entertainment, news, and current affairs from the comfort of their homes.
The mobile money firm aims to simplify the payment process, making it easier for customers to enjoy their favourite TV shows and sports.
DStv, offered by MultiChoice, provides exclusive content, including the latest movies and live sports, such as the English Premier League.
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EcoCash encourages customers with smartphones to use the EcoCash app for fast and easy payments. 
Alternatively, customers can use the USSD channel to pay their DStv subscriptions, which will result in the automatic reactivation of their account.
This partnership demonstrates EcoCash’s commitment to adding value to its customers by creating convenient payment options.
By working together, EcoCash and MultiChoice aim to enhance the viewing experience for DStv subscribers in Zimbabwe.
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EcoCash and MultiChoice in Zimbabwe are working together to make it easy for people to pay their DStv subscription using mobile money. This means customers can watch their favorite shows and sports quickly and conveniently from their homes. EcoCash wants to make paying for DStv simple for its customers, whether they use their app or the USSD channel. This partnership is meant to improve the viewing experience for DStv subscribers in Zimbabwe. It's a way for both companies to help people enjoy their entertainment without any hassle.

EcoCash Partners With MultiChoice Zimbabwe For Convenient DStv Payments

MultiChoice reported a 5% decline in DStv subscribers for 2024 across all packages, with the drop attributed to economic challenges like inflation, rising interest rates, and load shedding.
The overall subscriber base declined by 9%, with a 13% drop in the Rest of Africa and a 5% decrease in South Africa.
As reported by <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/tv/local/over-400000-subscribers-dump-dstv-amid-economic-challenges-f257fd1d-2dc5-409f-b061-a55524a0cde5">IOL</a>, in 2023, the total subscriber base was around 8 million, resulting in a loss of 400,000 subscribers over the year.
Multichoice cited declines across all DStv packages: premium tier (Premium and Compact Plus), mid-market tier (Compact), and mass-market tier (Family and Access).
According to their 2023/24 financial year statement, DStv’s overall active subscriber base declined by 5%, dropping from 8 million to 7.6 million.
The premium tier saw a significant decline of 8%, the mid-market tier fell by 9%, and the mass-market tier experienced a reduction of 2%. Calvo Mawela, MultiChoice CEO, said:
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Subscriber growth is typically more muted in a year that follows the FIFA World Cup, but FY24 came in below trend as the subscriber base declined year-over-year in the face of a deteriorating macro and consumer environment.
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To retain subscribers, MultiChoice is enhancing its mid-market packages and launching new promotions.
These promotional offers can include discounted subscription fees, free hardware upgrades, or limited-time access to premium content.
Additionally, they are investing in advanced technology to improve the viewing experience, making it more flexible and affordable.
Multichoice recently announced that with effect from 01 August 2024, it will increase subscription fees in response to rising operational costs.
The subscription fees for the Premium and Compact Plus packages will remain unchanged at US$75 and US$45 per month, respectively, providing stability for the high-end tier of DStv subscribers.
However, the company said that it will implement modest increases for some of its more affordable packages as follows:
<ul>
<li>Compact package: The monthly fee will increase by US$1, from US$29 to US$30.</li>
<li>Family package: The monthly fee will increase by US$1, from US$19 to US$20.</li>
</ul>
For the entry-level packages, the increases will be slightly more significant:
<ul>
<li>Access package: The monthly fee will increase by US$2, from US$13 to US$15.</li>
<li>Lite package: The monthly fee will increase by US$1, from US$8 to US$9.</li>
</ul>
Multichoice has also announced adjustments to its specialised packages for the Indian and Portuguese markets:
<ul>
<li>Indian Stand-Alone (Premium) package: The monthly fee will increase by US$2, from US$37 to US$39.</li>
<li>Indian Add-On package: The monthly fee will increase by US$2, from US$23 to US$25.</li>
<li>Portuguese Stand-Alone package: The monthly fee will increase by US$1, from US$44 to US$45.</li>
<li>Portuguese Add-On package: The monthly fee will increase by US$2, from US$23 to US$25.</li>
</ul>
The monthly cost of the HD PVR Service will remain unchanged at US$13 per month.
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MultiChoice's DStv lost 400,000 subscribers in 2024 due to economic issues like high prices and power outages. The total number of subscribers dropped by 5% to 7.6 million. They are trying to keep customers by offering better packages and technology. Subscription fees will go up for some packages starting in August 2024, but some high-end packages will stay the same. The company hopes these changes will help them keep customers around.

Over 400,000 Subscribers Abandon DStv

Multichoice, the media conglomerate behind the popular DStv satellite television service, has announced an upward review of its subscription fees effective August 1, 2024.
In a notice sent to its customer base, Multichoice cited the rising operational costs as the primary driver behind this decision to adjust its pricing structure. It said: 
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We have tried our best to keep our expenses low but our operating costs continue to rise. We have thus reviewed our subscription fees with effect from 1 August 2024.
</blockquote>
The subscription fees for the Premium and Compact Plus packages have remained unchanged at US$75 and US$45 per month, respectively, providing stability for the high-end tier of DStv subscribers.
However, the company has implemented modest increases for some of its more affordable packages:
<ul>
<li>Compact package: The monthly fee has increased by US$1, from US$29 to US$30.</li>
<li>Family package: The monthly fee has increased by US$1, from US$19 to US$20.</li>
</ul>
For the entry-level packages, the increases are slightly more significant:
<ul>
<li>Access package: The monthly fee has increased by US$2, from US$13 to US$15.</li>
<li>Lite package: The monthly fee has increased by US$1, from US$8 to US$9.</li>
</ul>
Multichoice has also announced adjustments to its specialised packages for the Indian and Portuguese markets:
<ul>
<li>Indian Stand-Alone (Premium) package: The monthly fee has increased by US$2, from US$37 to US$39.</li>
<li>Indian Add-On package: The monthly fee has increased by US$2, from US$23 to US$25.</li>
<li>Portuguese Stand-Alone package: The monthly fee has increased by US$1, from US$44 to US$45.</li>
<li>Portuguese Add-On package: The monthly fee has increased by US$2, from US$23 to US$25.</li>
</ul>
The monthly cost of the HD PVR Service remains unchanged at US$13 per month.
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Multichoice, the company that runs DStv, is raising the prices for its TV service starting on August 1, 2024. They say it's because their costs have gone up. They sent a message to their customers explaining the increase. They tried to keep the prices low, but they had to raise them due to rising expenses. Customers will have to pay more for their DStv subscriptions soon.

Multichoice Reviews DStv Subscription Fees

MultiChoice has secured exclusive broadcasting rights to the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 tournament which runs from 14 June to 14 July 2024.
In a statement, MultiChoice said the matches will be broadcast across all its platforms, that is, Showmax, DStv, and GOtv. It said:
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As the excitement builds for UEFA EURO 2024, MultiChoice is proud to announce that it has secured exclusive broadcasting rights across its platforms – Showmax, DStv, GOtv – offering unmatched access to one of football’s most anticipated events this year.
Starting Friday 14 June, with Germany vs Scotland, and continuing through to the grand finale on Sunday 14 July, football fans across the continent can catch every match, each monumental goal, and all the defining football moments exclusively on MultiChoice platforms.
</blockquote>
MultiChoice said all 51 UEFA Euro games will be broadcast live on Showmax Premier League.
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DStv Secures UEFA Euro 2024 Exclusive Rights

Digital Satellite Television (DStv) has added new channels to selected packages starting from December 1. Yeukai Kupara, Multichoice Zimbabwe’s assistant quality assessor, announced the addition of several channels to different packages to ensure customers can enjoy a range of entertainment during the festive season. Kupara said:
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DStv Family subscribers, it is your turn to celebrate. Kix is now included in your package, offering a variety of movies for both adults and children. Action fans don’t miss The Lost Bladesman and Jet Li’s Fist of Legend. These stories of heroism and martial arts will fire up your imagination.
</blockquote>
One of the additions is Comedy Central (channel 122), which has been included in the Compact Plus package. Customers can now access a variety of funny content, including stand-up specials, comedy series, and late-night shows. Compact customers will also benefit from the inclusion of M-Net Movies 3 (channel 107), offering action and adventure classics.
Additionally, Africa Magic Showcase (channel 151) has been added to the Compact package, providing top-tier entertainment from across the continent, including soaps, drama series, lifestyle shows, comedy, movies, and reality TV with an African flair. DStv Family subscribers will enjoy Kix (channel 114), which offers a variety of movies for both adults and children, including action films.
For DStv Access customers, TNT (channel 137) is now available. This channel offers a mix of contemporary and classic Hollywood blockbusters, action-packed thrillers, romantic comedies, and TNT Original films. It also features the international wrestling show AEW.
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DStv Has Added New Channels To Selected Packages

MultiChoice Africa Holdings B.V (MAH) has announced the immediate withdrawal of its DStv services from Malawi. The decision follows an injunction issued by the Lilongwe High Court in a dispute between MultiChoice Malawi (MCM) and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) over the adjustment of DStv tariffs.
In a statement seen by Pindula News, MAH regretfully informed DStv subscribers in Malawi of the withdrawal of services. MCM said:
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<h3>IMMEDIATE WITHDRAWAL OF DSTV SERVICES IN MALAWI </h3>
MultiChoice Africa Holdings B.V (MAH) regrettably notifies DStv subscribers of its withdrawal of services from Malawi with immediate effect. This follows the injunction issued by the High Court in Lilongwe in a matter between MultiChoice Malawi (MCM) and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) prohibiting an adjustment to the DStv tariffs.
MCM does not offer the DStv service to the public and therefore cannot set or adjust tariffs for this service, a point repeatedly made to MACRA. As a result, the order handed down to MCM is incapable of being implemented by them but carries with it grave consequences for the directors and management of MultiChoice Malawi, including imprisonment. MAH given the impact on its supplier (MCM) and an increasingly adverse regulatory environment is therefore left with no option but to terminate the DStv service indefinitely.
Customers are hereby, and with immediate effect, requested to halt payment for the DStv service. Customers who have already paid their new subscription for the DStv service will have those services honored until the current 30 day viewing cycle ends on or before 10 September 2023. From Wednesday, 9 August 2023, no new subscriptions or reconnections will be accepted. 
MAH would like to thank customers for their support over many years. MAH would also like to thank MCM for their professional conduct in supplying services to MAH over as many years.
</blockquote>
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Multichoice Announce Immediate Withdrawal Of DStv Services From Malawi

DStv’s SuperSport will provide coverage of the 2023 Netball World Cup, which commences in South Africa on Friday through its ‘Here for Her’ channel.
Zimbabwean sports enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the success of the Zimbabwe Gems, the senior netball team.
MultiChoice Zimbabwe’s Public Relations Manager, Liz Dziva, confirmed that all matches would be broadcast on the SuperSport Variety 3 channel throughout the tournament. She added:
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The Gems are loved and greatly supported across Zimbabwe and we can catch all their action on this channel, which will provide coverage from Friday July 28 to Sunday August 6.
The coverage is not only the broadcast of a major sporting event. It is equally a tribute to women in sport and this coverage helps SuperSport continue to promote women in sport across the world. In an exciting first there is an all-female SuperSport production crew involved, helping ensure full access to all 64 matches.
</blockquote>
The SuperSport Variety 3 Here for Her channel has been operational since July 17 and is available to customers ranging from DStv Access to Premium packages. Zimbabwe’s opening game against Australia is scheduled for 11 am on July 28, with the tournament’s opening ceremony commencing at 4 pm on the same day.
<h3>African Teams in Preliminaries Stage 1:</h3>
<h3>SOUTH AFRICA</h3>
<ul>
<li>July 28 (11 am) v Australia.</li>
<li>July 29 (4 pm) v Sri Lanka.</li>
<li>July 30 (6 pm) v Jamaica.</li>
</ul>
ZIMBABWE
<ul>
<li>July 28 (11 am) v Australia.</li>
<li>July 29 (9 am) v Fiji.</li>
<li>July 30 (6 pm) v Tonga.</li>
</ul>
UGANDA
<ul>
<li>July 28 (9am) v Japan.</li>
<li>July 29 (9 am) v New Zealand.</li>
<li>July 30 (4 pm) v Trinidad and Tobago.</li>
</ul>
MALAWI
<ul>
<li>July 28 (8 pm) v Scotland.</li>
<li>July 29 (6 pm) v England,</li>
<li>August 3 (11 am) v Barbados.</li>
</ul>
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DStv's SuperSport To Broadcast 2023 Netball World Cup

Aspiring Zimbabwean filmmakers have just a few days until the deadline closes for entries to the next MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy study year.
The MTF Academy is a regional study facility in which young people hoping to become filmmakers can boost their chances of careers in film-making.
It has been operational since 2019 and has helped create a pool of new talent within the African film and television production industry, having seen more than 120 graduates emerge from the academy into the industry.
Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the next study year would start in October and applications to be considered for inclusion in the year-long curse would close on Friday (July 14). She said:
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The MTF Academy looks for emerging filmmakers with either some industry experience or a relevant post-school qualification in film to apply for an opportunity to hone their television and film production skills in a welcoming and conducive learning environment.
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There are three MTF Academies: one in Lusaka for southern African students, one in Nairobi for East Africans and one in Lagos for West Africans.
A full class is run in each, starting each year in October, and at graduation it is hoped as many of these as possible can find places of career opportunity in the rapidly-growing African film-making industry.
The curriculum is devised with a facilitating partner, the Pan Atlantic University’s School of Media and Communications. Said Dziva:
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The students will be given hands-on training in areas such as film directing, sound design, and the business of film, with workplace experience in leading Africa Magic and SuperSport productions.
Students will also get enhanced training experience through the Academy’s partnerships, including those with the New York Film Academy, the Henley Business School, Dolby, and Canon.
</blockquote>
Ms. Dziva said various activities had recently taken place to encourage interest in the next class, including promotional events in Highfield, Chitungwiza and Bulawayo.
MultiChoice has been working with previous Zimbabwean MTF students including Rutendo Mahofa Chimwemwe Chipidza and Nkosilesisa Ncube.
They also have had active support from the Zimbabwe International Film Festival Trust, local creatives, Kudzai Madangwa, Alex Gwaze and Collin Nyamuyaruka 
In the current class, which started studying late last year and graduates in a few months’ time, two more Zimbabweans are studying: Marvellous Matswimbo and Simbarashe Nyahwa.

DStv Invites Aspiring Zim Filmmakers To Register For MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy

South African pay-television and streaming company, Multichoice, considers Zimbabwe an important market that is better than Nigeria in terms of repatriation of earnings.
<a href="https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/companies/multichoice-believes-zimbabwe-may-prove-a-better-market-than-nigeria-c9e863ab-fc1f-4904-870d-732f6db91472">IOL</a> reported that Multichoice has over the past year faced challenges in Nigeria, one of its biggest markets, in terms of repatriation of funds.
The company is now banking on economic and monetary policy reforms being implemented by Nigeria’s new President, Bola Tinubu.
Speaking in a recent interview, Multichoice’s chief finance officer Tim Jacobs said:
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Zimbabwe is an interesting business for us and we don’t see the same challenges that we are facing in Nigeria.
Zimbabwe is better than Nigeria as we are collecting revenue in foreign currency.
</blockquote>
Although Multichoice managed to repatriate cash from Nigeria throughout the year under review, it did so at a “premium” to the official exchange rate.
This is because the Nigerian Naira currency has been highly volatile in the past year as companies have had to resort to the parallel market to purchase US dollars for the repatriation of funds.
However, in Zimbabwe, Multichoice has been protected from this owing to its ability to collect revenues in United States dollars.
Multichoice operates DStv in South Africa and several others across Africa and GOTV in Nigeria as well as an online streaming service, Showmax.
The firm recently said that its rest of Africa operations “delivered a trading profit for the first time” since listing in 2019.
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DStv Considers Zimbabwe A Better Market Than Nigeria

MultiChoice is set to launch another Zimbabwean television channel onto the DStv platform, bringing the number of local stations available to DStv viewers to five.
NRTV will be launched on DStv’s channel 288 on Tuesday, June 20, adding a further dimension to the range of Zimbabwean content being showcased on the DStv packages.
NRTV stands for Nkululeko Rusununguko Television. It is owned by Rusununguko Media (Pvt) Ltd, <a href="https://www.techzim.co.zw/2023/02/another-zim-station-nrtv-launches-on-dstv-today/">a company reportedly owned by the Zimbabwe National Army</a> (ZNA).
The station was licensed in 2020 with a promise to offer a diverse and innovative programme range that will enhance viewing enjoyment by local viewers.
Moses Matanda, General Manager for NRTV highlighted that Zimbabweans can look forward to content told differently but relatable globally from a predominantly young and funk, multi-cultural and multi-lingual team. He said:
<blockquote>
We are excited to partner with MultiChoice in bringing content with a fresher outlook to the Zimbabwean storytelling market.
NRTV is very much privileged to be part of the chosen television stations, who have been given the arduous task to tell the Zimbabwean story.
</blockquote>
The channel will be available to DStv Premium, DStv Compact Plus, DStv Compact, DStv Access, and DStv Lite customers.
MultiChoice Zimbabwe general manager Norman Raisbeck said the addition of another Zimbabwean channel was both exciting and satisfying as MultiChoice continues to provide local viewers with more content from which to find a source of locally-selected information, education and entertainment programming. He said:
<blockquote>
We welcome NRTV to the DStv platform and we wish them much success in fulfilling viewer expectations across the country.
</blockquote>
The new channel will complement the existing four Zimbabwean broadcasters on DStv: Ztv, Yadah, 3Ktv and ZTN Prime. Added:
We are especially excited to hear that NRTV plans to expand its network of staff and offices across the country and to work towards utilisation of 16 languages, including sign language, for extended viewership penetration.
Speaking to <a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/media-reforms-surpass-target-as-nrtv-set-to-be-launched">The Sunday Mail</a> recently, Matanda expressed gratitude to integrated media company, Zimpapers, which owns ZTN, for helping nurture NRTV in its infancy.
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Zimbabwe National Army Launches TV Channel On DStv

Zimbabwe’s sixth television station – NRTV – is set to go on air this Tuesday at 10 AM.
NRTV will officially be launched on DSTV Channel 288 to become the country’s sixth television station.
Four television stations have gone on air since 2020 when the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ) awarded six national commercial television broadcasting licences.
The stations are Zimpapers Television Network (ZTN Prime), 3K TV, KeYona TV and Jive TV.
NRTV acting general manager Moses Matanda told <a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/media-reforms-surpass-target-as-nrtv-set-to-be-launched">The Sunday Mail</a> that the TV station has been able to create employment for a lot of people. He said:
<blockquote>
We are grateful for Government’s efforts to open up the airwaves.
NRTV has been able to create employment not only for those who are directly working for the station but also for independent producers that are also creating employment for creatives across the country.
Most importantly, these television stations are commercial, which promotes fairness and objectivity in the broadcasting of news and information.
</blockquote>
Matanda said NRTV offices are in Newlands, Harare, where a state-of-the-art studio is still under construction.
He expressed gratitude to integrated media company, Zimpapers, which owns ZTN, for helping nurture NRTV in its infancy.
Matanda added that NRTV’s programming schedule will comprise 95 percent local content to promote independent local producers.
NRTV stands for Nkululeko Rusununguko Television. The TV station is owned by Rusununguko Media (Pvt) Ltd which is reportedly owned by the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA).
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Nkululeko Rusununguko Television (NRTV) Set To Be Launched On DStv

SuperSport viewers on DStv can look forward to riveting football action with the upcoming Nedbank Cup semi-finals starting in May.
Orlando Pirates against Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday, 6 May. The football action does not stop there, the very next day features giant killers Stellenbosch against Sekhukhune United.
As a bonus for DStv viewers, both the Nedbank Cup semi-finals and the final will also be available to DStv Access customers.
This means the Chiefs vs Pirates playoff will be on 6 May at 15:00 and the Stellenbosch vs Sekhukhune United last-four match on 7 May at 18:00.
The title decider on 27 May will be available to more viewers than ever before.
The action will be broadcast on SuperSports Variety 4, and will additionally be available for streaming via the DStv app.
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Nedbank Cup Coming To DStv Access Customers

South African broadcaster, DStv, has secured the right to broadcast the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
The development gives Zimbabwe’s cricket fans an opportunity to watch local hero Sikandar Raza live in action in the IPL.
According to <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/sport/article/200009585/supersport-to-broadcast-razas-ipl-gig">NewsDay</a>, Raza became the fourth Zimbabwean to sign for an IPL side after Tatenda Taibu, Raymond Price, and Brendan Taylor.
The Indian Premier League is a men’s Twenty20 cricket league held annually in India.
On Friday, SuperSport announced that they will broadcast all the matches for this edition of the IPL. It said:
<blockquote>
Following updated conversations with the rights holder, DStv can confirm that all Indian Premier League matches in 2023 will be broadcast on SuperSport.
Your World of Champions SuperSport reached a commercial agreement with the rights holders to broadcast the IPL, starting today (yesterday).
</blockquote>
All 74 matches of the 16th tournament will be broadcast live. Marc Jury, chief executive of SuperSport, said:
<blockquote>
We are very happy to have reached an agreement to continue our partnership with the IPL that extends back to the inaugural event in 2008.
</blockquote>
The opening fixture, between the Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, was broadcast live on SuperSport.
More: <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200009522/ed-demands-re-run-in-violence-hotspots">Pindula News</a>

SuperSport Secures Rights To Broadcast Indian Premier League

<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/DStv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DStv</a> has made its Zimbabwean viewers a special offer giving them a free upgrade to the next bouquet package at no extra cost, that is, if they keep their subscriptions active from 19 December to 31 January.
Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the Christmas season offer is for upgrades to the next-level package at no extra cost. Said Dziva:
<blockquote>
From December 19 to January 31 DStv customers need only keep their DStv subscriptions active and they will be given a free upgrade to the next highest package free of charge.
For example, a subscription to the DStv Compact Plus package will be upgraded automatically and at no cost to a DStv Premium package, giving viewers an even greater variety of channels and content to enjoy.
</blockquote>
The idea of the festive season being a great time for families to be together and enjoy family viewing lies behind the offer in what is always known as the season of giving. Added Dziva:
<blockquote>
We know DStv Premium customers delight in the array of viewing options open to them all year round, with increased levels of all kinds of entertainment at this time of year, so we know the DStv Compact Plus viewers will thrill at being able to share this during our offer period,.
</blockquote>

DStv To Upgrade Subscribers' Bouquet Packages At No Extra Cost

A sixth BBC channel will be added to the DStv platform in December, adding to the variety, quality and creativity of the British-made content available through the various BBC channels on DStv.
BBC UKTV is cheduled to launch on Thursday, December 15 on channel 134 and would be available to viewers of all bouquets in Zimbabwe, DStv Premium, DStv Compact Plus, DStv Compact, DStv Family, DStv Access and DStv Lite.
Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said:
<blockquote>
This is exciting news for lovers of top-rated international programming and it will complement the already significant levels of information, education and entertainment available from BBC channels to DStv viewers. 
This new channel will introduce new programmes and become a platform for popular shows that have been on the other BBC channels in the past, and it is designed to be of appeal to all ages and all viewers. 
BBC’s existing suite of channels will continue to offer first-run new premium programming such as Strictly Come Dancing, Frozen Planet II and other popular shows such as Come Dine With Me South Africa and Homegrown Tastes South Africa
</blockquote>
BBC UKTV will feature a wide range of 24/7 entertainment, natural history series, soaps and children’s shows from BBC’s award-winning showcase.
The other channels from Britain’s 100-year-old national broadcaster are BBC Earth, BBC Brit, BBC Lifestyle, CBeebies and BBC World News.
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New BBC Channel For DStv, Available To Viewers Of All Bouquets In Zimbabwe

DStv subscribers in Zimbabwe now have an additional method for paying their subscriptions, with the inclusion of the Mukuru platform in the methods available for payments.
According to Liz Dziva, MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager, Mukuru became a channel for subscriptions in November, just in time for the 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament, a major focus for the many Zimbabweans who value the DStv offering to subscribers of all the games on several bouquets and up to half the matches on other bouquets. Said Dziva:
<blockquote>
Mukuru is one of the most popular platforms for sourcing cash and payments for Zimbabweans from all walks of life and we are delighted it is now one of the means by which Zimbabweans can have access to the various DStv products.
Mukuru has more than 200 branches and booths across the country and these are all accessible for DStv subscription payments, giving huge convenience to a great many existing and new viewers.
</blockquote>
The commission charged for payments is low, from US$1 for DStv Lite all the way through to US$3 for DStv Premium. Added Dziva:
<blockquote>
We know this will be a major benefit to subscribers and we look forward to Mukuru playing a key role in making payments easier for DStv viewers across Zimbabwe.
</blockquote>

Mukuru Becomes A Platform For DStv Payments

Pre-school children are the focus of a new channel, Moonbug launched recently on the DStv platform.
Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the channel was a showcase for a range of shows suited to pre-schoolers and which have been popular on the YouTube platform. She said:
<blockquote>
There is a trend for broadcasters like DStv to incorporate content that was previously only available on digital platforms like YouTube and this mindset is now one adopted for DStv.
Other Moonbug linear channels have already launched in other territories, such as the Philippines and Malaysia, and are proving successful and popular, and we know Zimbabwean families will welcome this development.
</blockquote>
 Dziva said digital-first content was entering the traditional world of broadcast channels and the quality and appeal of these shows had improved greatly in recent years, making inclusion on broadcast platforms a natural consequence. Added Dziva:
<blockquote>
Platforms like ours recognise that these shows have benefits for the creators and the broadcasters, and most especially for viewers.
</blockquote>
The Moonbug Kids Channel started broadcasting on October 20 across the DStv reach throughout Africa. All Moonbug shows feature in English, including CoComelon, Blippi, Gecko’s Garage, Morphle, Arpo, Little Angel and Oddbods. Said Dziva:
<blockquote>
 This is an exciting development that widens viewers’ horizons and Moonbug brings a wave of new talent and content to our offering.
The DStv in-depth knowledge of children’s viewing speaks of this as being an excellent development.
 Moonbug Kids Channel has a dedicated 24/7 programming schedule featuring that supports children’s development and gives them enjoyment.
The schedule will also complement families’ daily routines such as mealtimes, playtime, bath time, bedtime, and so on.
</blockquote>
 Moonbug was started by parents for parents and the content reaches out across the globe to an international audience of youngsters.
Moonbug entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the most popular children’s shows in the world, found on more than 150 platforms that include YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Sky UK, Super RTL, BBC iPlayer, HBO Max, Tencent, Youku, and Roku.

DStv Launches A New Kids Channel, Moonbug

A Harare-based woman will soon be heading for a holiday in Dubai with a friend or family member, enjoying a sponsored trip for two after winning the DStv 100% Premium Promotion.
She is Maryleen Majongwe, who became the first winner of the grand prize in the promotion aimed at rewarding DStv Premium bouquet viewers whose accounts are continuously fully paid up and who stream the Showmax and DStv apps, access films on BoxOffice and utilise an Explora decoder.
Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said the 100% Premium Promotion was aimed at getting our customers to unlock their 100% Premium experience by taking advantage of the DStv offerings and using all add-on services with prizes including travel, decoders, DStv subscriptions and golden remote controls. Said Dziva:
<blockquote>
Response to the promotion has been huge and we are excited to have been able to offer one of our loyal customers the lovely prize of sponsored air travel plus accommodation and meals in Dubai, one of the world’s most popular destinations, especially for shopping.
</blockquote>
Her prize was presented at the MultiChoice Zimbabwe offices in Avondale, Harare, where she was congratulated by MultiChoice Zimbabwe’s General Manager, Norman Raisbeck and Customer Value Manager Kundai Mapuranga. Said Ms Majongwe:
<blockquote>
I mistakenly thought this promotion was meant only for people who live in South Africa, but am delighted it was not, and I have won this spectacular prize.
</blockquote>

DStv Zimbabwe Customer Wins Trip To Dubai

On Friday, 1 July, DStv welcomed a new lifestyle channel, NHK WORLD-JAPAN to its Southern African platform.
The channel launched on DStv channel 431 and showcases a variety of arts and culture, current affairs, dramas, documentaries, sports and much more.
Viewers on DStv Access, DStv Family, DStv Compact, DStv Compact Plus and DStv Premium packages will have all access to a new world of Japanese content and will be able to discover a unique and diverse blend of programming featuring hourly live international news from news bureaus around the globe, along with lifestyle, culture, food, travel, sports, technology, science, and history programs, with an Asian perspective.
Liz Dziva, Publicity and Public relations manager for MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said:
<blockquote>
We are excited to bring this channel to DStv subscribers, we are focused on offering the best of local and international content to our Zimbabwean customers and this channel’s unique content offering aims to do just that.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN will give our DStv viewers a chance to explore international culture through entertainment.
</blockquote>
Jun Takao, President and CEO of Japan International Broadcasting responsible for the worldwide distribution of NHK WORLD-JAPAN, said:
<blockquote>
We are delighted to offer the content of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to the people of Zimbabwe for the first time. It has been our long-awaited desire to distribute our programs in this region.
</blockquote>
Catch great titles such as NHK Newsline along with technology, lifestyle and entertainment programs such as Dining with the Chef, A Cat’s-Eye View of Japan, Journeys in Japan, J-Arena and Medical Frontiers.
In addition, the channel offers an assortment of documentaries and specials including Asia Insight and NHK Documentary.

DStv Launches New Channel NHK WORLD-JAPAN

DStv has launched a brand-New Islamic channel called, Hilaal TV, which is available on channel 347 and on all bouquets.
Liz Dziva, Publicity and Public Relations Manager for MultiChoice Zimbabwe said Hilaal TV is set to deliver the highest quality of Islamic content to DStv subscribers, packed with spiritual and lifestyle content specifically aimed at uplifting and supporting the broader Ummah; and providing entertaining and enlightening viewing 24-hours a day for both adults and children. Said Dziva:
<blockquote>
Hilaal TV will deliver some of the best Islamic ethos programmings – including daily live crossings to the Holy Cities of Makkah and Madinah, with a specific focus on holy Muslim periods.
</blockquote>
There is also an array of series that the channel has in store for DStv customers, including Chalo Lets cook, Cooking Competition which premiers in August, Ml Suliman Moola Tafseer Lecture series, Living Lekker with Yusuf Daniels and Thameena Daniels (Father-Daughter) Family dynamics and many more local favourites.
The channel will also offer live shows such as Daily Live Crossing to Makkah and Madinah for prayers, Dean @ Dawn which is a daily morning live show with Sheikh Sameh Jaad and Live Hajj coverage from the Kingdome of Saudi Arabia.
Get your dose of daily quality Islamic programming that will captivate and spiritually uplift you only on channel DStv channel 347.

DStv Introduces New Channel, Hilaal TV

Zimbabwe Newspapers Limited (Zimpapers)-owned television channel, ZTN Prime, was expected to be launched on Thursday, 19 May.
The channel will be available on DStv Channel 294 from 24 May on DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Access and Lite packages.
Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Monica Mutsvangwa, Finance and Economic Development Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube, and Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando were expected to attend the event.
Other expected guests were Information Ministry Permanent Secretary Ndavaningi Mangwana, foreign ambassadors, socialites such as Madam Boss, musicians and corporate executives.
Speaking ahead of the launch, Zimbabwe Newspapers Group Chief Executive Pikirayi Deketeke has said:
<blockquote>
When we started the journey into electronic media from the print business, our vision was to ensure we have our content, and storytelling on radio and we have achieved that by setting up Star FM, NyamiNyami and Capitalk FM.
Next was television which we had been planning for a couple of years.
We tried a lot of things, in fact, we got the license to do the satellite distribution but it was a daunting task.
We even tried negotiating to work with Kwese TV but later settled for DStv.
Now we have the license on linear and today we are celebrating the talent we have both on and off-air.
I would like to thank the people that also made this possible besides Zimpapers staff, thus include the bankers, DStv and the talent.
</blockquote>
ZTN general manager Nomsa Nkala said the channel will provide content that includes lifestyle, sport, business, entertainment, news and current affairs among other things. Said Nkala:
<blockquote>
ZTN Prime will be a Zimbabwean news and entertainment channel with an international perspective.
Content will include lifestyle, sport, business, entertainment, news and current affairs, children’s programming, drama, and soap operas.
ZTN Prime will be home to up-to-the-minute results from across Zimbabwe’s sports arena – covering live boxing, top-tier rugby matches, big rivalries in school sport, and live Premier Soccer League action on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
The channel will also go wild with top sports personalities on Happy Hour as their lives intertwine with musical artistes live in the studio.
</blockquote>
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/ztn-launches-today/">The Herald</a></h4>

ZTN Prime TV Channel Launches On 19 May

MultiChoice will be launching a local Zimbabwean channel, ZTN Prime, on the DStv platform on the 24th of May 2022.
The channel will be available to DStv Premium, DStv Compact Plus, DStv Compact, DStv Access and DStv Lite customers.
MultiChoice Zimbabwe General Manager, Norman Raisbeck said the new channel introduces an exciting era in Zimbabwe’s television space given the resounding reception that ZTN products have already received on the market. It will be available on DStv Channel 294. He said:
This is an exciting development that further extends the reach of Zimbabwean content on the DStv platform.
<blockquote>
On launching on the DStv platform, ZTN Prime will be a Zimbabwean news and entertainment channel with an international perspective, and the content will include lifestyle, sport, business, entertainment, news and current affairs, and children’s programming, drama, and soap operas.
As Africa’s leading entertainment platform and most loved storyteller, MultiChoice continuously seeks opportunities to provide local and inspired content to Zimbabwean audiences.
</blockquote>
ZTN General Manager Nomsa Nkala said:
<blockquote>
We are excited to be partnering with MultiChoice in bringing a fresh and unique approach to Zimbabwean storytelling into the market.
ZTN aims to cater for a wide variety of Zimbabwean viewers and tastes.
</blockquote>
Some of the exciting highlights to look forward to on ZTN Prime include:
Brook Triad: A judge. A Police Commissioner. A General. The lives of the most powerful families in Boko Republic are shattered by an accident.
When the general’s youngest child is accidentally killed by the judge’s daughter in the home of police commissioner – the three men must contend with the tragedy with the nation in mind, but their competing wives have no sympathy for each other and go on a PR campaign against each other.
Days At Ekasi: Days of Ekasi is a show which explores Zimbabwe’s townships, unearthing rare street lingo, dress codes and tastes that set each ‘ghetto’ apart.
The presenter gives a brief history of the ‘ghetto’ which they are visiting. A tour guide – touted as a ‘ghetto fabulous’ leads viewers and the presenter into what makes their ‘ghetto’ unique.
Soul Mate: This is a series about two lovers, Phumza and Locratia, who will take viewers on a journey that will reveal how they ended up becoming soulmates.
Amidst their respective narrations, viewers will come face to face with the romantic man that Phumza is and how his wandering eye leads to ups and downs in his relationship with the beautiful Locratia.
Village Court: Zimbabwe’s traditional conflict resolution methods are documented in an exciting and informative doc drama series.
The story is told through a traditional court in which the chief and his assessors come together and help resolve the conflict between the aggrieved parties.
Sports: ZTN Prime will be home to up-to-the-minute results from across Zimbabwe’s sports arena – covering live boxing, top-tier rugby matches, big rivalries in school sport and live Premier Soccer League action on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
The channel will also go wild with top sports personalities on Happy Hour as their lives intertwine with musical artistes live in the studio.
The Couch is a television ride laced with unfiltered spirited commentary on topical football issues while Ultimate Sports Show collates trending stories from different sports genres.
<h4>More: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a></h4>

DStv To Launch ZTN Prime On Channel 294

South Africa: DStv’s updated pricing for 2022 took effect yesterday, 1 April, with prices on some services increasing by 4.89%.
The <a href="https://mybroadband.co.za/news/broadcasting/433096-dstv-price-hikes-for-2022.html">average increase across DStv’s pay-TV</a> packages is 2.7%, which MultiChoice highlighted was <a href="https://mybroadband.co.za/news/broadcasting/433610-dstv-price-hikes-from-2000-to-2022.html">significantly less than projected inflation</a> for 2022.

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MultiChoice said it had considered the challenges facing South African consumers and absorbed as much of the cost increase as possible. MultiChoice South Africa’s CEO, Nyiko Shiburi, said:
<blockquote>
We realise that customers remain under pressure two years into the Covid-19 pandemic.
These adjustments will help us to ensure that South Africans continue to enjoy the best value, and unrivalled access to entertainment, anywhere, anytime, and at the most affordable price.
</blockquote>
DStv’s Premium and Compact Plus subscribers will pay R10 per month more from Friday — less than a 2% increase in both cases.
DStv Compact subscribers will have to fork out an additional R20 per month, an increase of 4.89%.
DStv also increased the access fee from R105 to R110 but left its Box Office, Showmax, EasyView, and Add Movies pricing unchanged.
The changes apply to DStv’s decoder and streaming-only products.
MultiChoice’s price hikes come after it <a href="https://mybroadband.co.za/news/broadcasting/438376-dstv-starts-limiting-streaming-to-one-device.html">restricted the number of simultaneous streams</a> for DStv.
Since 22 March, DStv subscribers may only stream to a single device at a time. This change did not impact decoder-based viewing or Showmax.
The table below summarises DStv’s increases across its product offerings.
<blockquote>
<div> </div>
<div class="mybb_table">
<table cellpadding="7">
<thead>
<tr>
<th colspan="3">DStv Price Increases</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC" width="50%">Packages</td>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC" style="text-align: center;" width="25%">2022 (today)</td>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC" style="text-align: center;" width="25%">2021</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DStv Premium</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R839</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R829</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DStv Compact Plus</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R549</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R539</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DStv Compact</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R429</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R409</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DStv Family</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R309</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R295</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DStv Access</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R120</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R115</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="3" style="text-align: center;"> </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC">Add-ons</td>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC" style="text-align: center;">2022 (today)</td>
<td bgcolor="#EDECEC" style="text-align: center;">2021</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Access Fee</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R110</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R105</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Box Office</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R40</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">R40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
More: <a href="https://mybroadband.co.za/news/broadcasting/439360-dstv-price-hikes-today.html">Mybroadband.coza</a></div>
</blockquote>

South Africa: DStv Hike Prices Effective 1 April

MultiChoice Zimbabwe has shelved its<a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2022/02/28/dstv-to-close-joina-city-branch/"> plan to close its Harare city centre office in Joina City</a> on the 21st of March 2022.
The company announced in late February that the customer care centre in Avondale would continue to provide a full range of services.
It also said there are a number of accredited DStv agents in the Harare central business district and “these provide the services that until now have been offered at the MultiChoice office.”
But in an update this Friday, in a statement, seen by Pindula News, MultiChoice Zimbabwe said:
<blockquote>
MultiChoice Zimbabwe is pleased to confirm that we have taken the decision to keep our branch at Joina City open, there will be no disruption to in-branch services and customers can of course use any of our self-service options at their convenience.
</blockquote>
<h2>More:<a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/"> Pindula News</a></h2>

UPDATE: MultiChoice Zimbabwe Shelves Plan To Close Joina City Branch

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In an increasingly mobile environment, rewarding our DStv App customers with some of the best sports content from around the world is part of how we are ensuring that our customers enjoy memorable moments whether at home or on the move. The DStv App gives them an unparalleled viewing experience,” says MultiChoice Zimbabwe’s Publicity and Public Relations Manager  Liz Dziva
The DStv Open App weekend is headlined by some incredible football action, including Tottenham Hotspur v West Ham United (Sunday at 16:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Premier League) and the always epic ‘El Clasico’ from La Liga, as Real Madrid take on Barcelona (Sunday at 22:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport La Liga).
Motorsport fans will be enthralled by MotoGP’s second round of the 2022 season, the Grand Prix of Indonesia, with qualifying (Saturday at 09:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport) and the Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP races (Sunday at 06:00 CAT, 07:30 CAT and 09:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport) set to get pulses racing.
The return of Formula 1 is another major highlight this weekend, with qualifying (Saturday at 16:50 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport) and the race (Sunday at 16:55 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport) set to give us a first glimpse of the sport’s radical new machines… as well as the revival of the rivalry between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton!
Cricket fans will be treated to India v Australia from the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup (Saturday at 03:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Cricket), as well as South Africa’s second ODI against Bangladesh (Sunday at 10:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Cricket), amongst other highlights.
World-class athletics will feature strongly on the DStv Open App weekend, with action from the IAAF Indoor World Championship: Saturday will see Day 2 Morning and Afternoon sessions (10:25 CAT and 18:30 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Variety 3), while Sunday has Day 3 Morning and Afternoon sessions (10:55 CAT and 17:35 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Variety 3).
Golfing action is headlined by Days 3 and 4 of the PGA Tour’s Valspar Championship (19:00 CAT LIVE on SuperSport Golf), the UFC will feature a Fight Night from London, as Alexander Volkov and Tom Aspinall go to war in the main event (Saturday, prelims at 20:00 CAT and main card at 22:00CAT  LIVE on SuperSport Action), and the semi-finals and final of the ATP Tour’s BNP Paribas Open leads the tennis coverage (Saturday at 03:00 CAT and 05:00 CAT, as well as Sunday at 22:00 CAT  LIVE on SuperSport Tennis).
The DStv App gives customers access to plenty of live channels from sports, to movies, news, music and much more. Whether you want to use the DStv App for some alone time with your favourite shows or share with family and friends, DStv’s got you!
<h4>More: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a></h4>

DStv To Offer Subscribers Unlimited SuperSport Viewing On DStv App

Political parties in South Africa have criticised MultiChoice’s decision to suspend a Russian news channel on DStv.
Last week MultiChoice suspended the airing of Russia Today, a Russian news television station on channel 407 after Russia invaded Ukraine.
In a statement, Multichoice said, “sanctions imposed on Russia by the EU have led to the global distributor of the channel ceasing to provide the broadcast feed to all suppliers, including MultiChoice.”
South Africa’s ruling party the ANC urged MultiChoice to reconsider its decision, saying it (the decision) has a negative impact on citizens’ freedom of choice. ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe said:
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The sanctions imposed on Russia have resulted in the MultiChoice platform unilaterally withdrawing Russia TV from its offerings, impacting negatively the freedom of choice to subscribers and limiting their consumption of news on the developments in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
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Black First Land First deputy president, Zanele Lwana, revealed that the party plans to march to MultiChoice’s offices to lodge a complaint. She said:
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As soon as we have finalised our internal processes, we are going to take to the streets at the MultiChoice offices.
We stand with Russia and we take inspiration from them. The West has a vested interest in other countries and is not being condemned for wanting to take other states’ resources.
The west does not care about people’s livelihoods and business, will not start or end by them.
The West and the EU have imposed unreasonable sanctions on Russia and are suppressing dissenting voices to nurse their own interests.
Russia has proven over and over again its alliance with a developing country like South Africa.
</blockquote>
SADTU, the EFF, and a civil organisation, The Freedom of Expression Institute of SA, all condemned the move and urged MultiChoice to reinstate the channel with immediate effect.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/south-africans-implore-multichoice-to-reinstate-russian-tv-channel-on-dstv-bouquet-4df54e5b-d4ba-4c16-8254-b9e613b58e6d?utm_term=Autofeed&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1646631758">IOL</a></h4>

SA Political Parties Implore MultiChoice To Reinstate Russian TV

Multichoice, DStv’s parent company, on Wednesday, froze RT (Russia Today), a Russian television channel across Africa following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Thursday last week.
The move by MultiChoice comes after the European Union (EU) banned RT and another Russian state media outlet, Sputnik, from broadcasting in the bloc. A MultiChoice spokesperson said in a statement:
<blockquote>
Sanctions imposed on Russia by the European Union has led to the global distributor of the channel ceasing to provide the broadcast feed to all suppliers, including MultiChoice.
</blockquote>
In an unrelated development, Multichoice has announced that several eMedia channels will no longer be available on DStv from 31 March 2022.
According to eMedia, the channels to be dropped by DStv are eTV Africa (channel 250), eMovies, eMovies Extra, eExtra and eToonz. An eMediaa message to subscribers read:
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Dear DStv customer, eTV Africa will no longer be available on DStv from 31 March 2022.
</blockquote>
DStv will only broadcast the news channel eNCA (channel 403), and it will carry E-tv’s daily Afrikaans news bulletin on kykNET (channel 144).
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<h4>More: <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng/news-channel-rt-removed-from-dstv-as-sanctions-on-russia-tighten-7908063b-d687-4605-9dbb-d4a22361d024">IOL</a></h4>

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