Multichoice: News, rights, pricing and how it affects you

Multichoice shapes a lot of what we watch across Africa — from football rights to streaming moves. On this tag page you'll find clear updates, plain-language explainers, and quick how-tos so you know what changes mean for your TV bill and viewing options.

Want to know if a match moved from DStv to Showmax? Curious about a channel shuffle or a price hike? We focus on the stuff that matters: broadcast rights, subscription plans, app updates, major corporate moves, and customer impact. We also cover controversies and regulatory news when they affect your access or cost.

What we cover under "Multichoice"

Rights and sport deals — who bought the Premier League, CAF or other big leagues for your region. That tells you where to watch key games and whether you need a new package. Platform changes — updates to DStv decoders, the DStv Stream app, and Showmax features that change how you watch on smart TVs and mobile devices. Pricing and packages — alerts when packages change, tips to avoid surprise charges, and simple comparisons so you can choose the right plan. Customer issues — major outages, billing disputes and the practical steps subscribers can take to get refunds or fixes. Corporate moves — leadership changes, mergers, and local partnerships that affect content and jobs across Africa.

Every article under this tag links to the original report and gives a short take: what happened, who it affects, and what you can do next. We avoid jargon and focus on clear next steps — for example, how to claim compensation after a blackout or how to switch between DStv and Showmax plans without losing saved shows.

How to use this page

Scan the latest headlines for quick updates. Open a full story for background and practical tips. Use browser find (Ctrl+F) to locate topics like "Showmax" or "Premier League." If you’re a subscriber, check our how-to pieces first — they give step-by-step fixes for common problems like decoder resets, streaming errors, and subscription downgrades.

Looking for deeper analysis? We publish explainers on the business side: why rights get expensive, how streaming changes revenue, and what regulators are watching. These pieces help you understand long-term trends behind sudden price changes or channel moves.

Want alerts? Subscribe to Continental Scout Daily or follow this tag to get updates when a new Multichoice story posts. If you saw something we missed — a new price, a blackout in your area, or a rumor — send us a tip and we’ll check it out. Our goal is simple: keep your TV time predictable, affordable, and full of the content you want.