Acquiring Company
Group Canal+
Acquired Company
MultiChoice Group
Description
Canal+ has successfully acquired all outstanding shares of MultiChoice Group, leading to its delisting from the JSE and A2X. The compulsory acquisition was finalized on 5 December 2025, with all regulatory approvals in place. The delisting will officially take effect on 10 December 2025. Canal+ plans to pursue a secondary listing on the JSE in the future.
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Frequently asked
Who acquired MultiChoice Group?
MultiChoice Group was acquired by Group Canal+, based in Issy Les Moulineaux. The deal was reported on December 10, 2025. 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 December 10, 2025. Canal+ has successfully acquired all outstanding shares of MultiChoice Group, leading to its delisting from the JSE and A2X. The compulsory acquisition was finalized on 5 December 2025, with all regulatory approvals in place. 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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