By Aaior K. Comfort
Pay-TV operator MultiChoice Group has rebranded its SuperSport variety channels across both DStv and GOtv platforms. The changes took effect on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, as announced by Tope Oshunkeye, Executive Head of Marketing at MultiChoice West Africa.
Changes on DStv and GOtv
As part of the rebranding, the current SuperSport Select Channel has been renamed to SuperSport Africa. Additionally, a new channel called SuperSport Action has been introduced, featuring a wider range of sports content, including UFC matches and more Champions League games.
Specific Changes in GOtv Packages:
GOtv Jinja and GOtv Jolli packages will see SuperSport Africa replace Select 2 (Channel 64).
GOtv Max package will have SuperSport Africa and SuperSport Africa 2 replacing Select 1 and Select 2 (Channels 63 and 64).
SuperSport Action will replace Select 3 (Channel 69) on the GOtv Supa and SupaPlus bouquets.
Oshunkeye explained that the channel revamp aims to enhance their sports offering, providing customers with more engaging sports content. “The channel revamp is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our sports offering and provide customers with more unbeatable sports content that resonates with them,” he stated.
Commitment to Premium Services
The new channels promise to deliver top sports action from around the globe, including local boxing, UFC events, and comprehensive analysis tailored for the African audience. Oshunkeye reiterated MultiChoice’s commitment to premium services, saying, “We remain dedicated to delivering the best sporting action to our customers and continuously exploring ways to delight them with more choices, exciting live content, and great value.”
Subscribers are encouraged to subscribe, reconnect, or upgrade their packages via the MyGOtv App or by dialing *288#. They can also watch their favorite sports on the go using the GOtv Stream app.