Acquiring Company
Group Canal+
Acquired Company
MultiChoice Group
Issy Les Moulineaux
RandburgMedia And EntertainmentBroadcastingFilmFilm ProductionMedia And EntertainmentVideo GamesPublishingDescription
Canal+ has successfully completed its acquisition of MultiChoice Group on July 10, 2026, for ZAR 55 billion. This takeover includes DStv, GOtv, and Showmax, marking a significant shift in ownership and strategy. Following the acquisition, MultiChoice showed a 160 percent rise in adjusted EBIT. The transition aims to enhance the focus on streaming services in the competitive African market.
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Who acquired MultiChoice Group?
MultiChoice Group was acquired by Group Canal+, based in Issy Les Moulineaux. The deal was reported on October 5, 2026. Group Canal+ is a French media company offering a variety of television and content services. It specializes in pay-TV and operates in several countries around the world. Group Canal+ is privately held and operates in Media And Entertainment.
When did Group Canal+ acquire MultiChoice Group?
Group Canal+'s acquisition of MultiChoice Group was reported on October 5, 2026. Canal+ has successfully completed its acquisition of MultiChoice Group on July 10, 2026, for ZAR 55 billion. This takeover includes DStv, GOtv, and Showmax, marking a significant shift in ownership and strategy. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does MultiChoice Group do?
MultiChoice Group is a multinational media group headquartered in South Africa, offering entertainment products and services to customers across Africa. It is privately held, operating in Media And Entertainment, and is based in Randburg.
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