MultiChoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, has been completely integrated into French media powerhouse Canal+.
The transaction, highlighted in news reports on July 10, 2026, marks the definitive conclusion of a multi-year acquisition process, transitioning one of Africa’s largest entertainment providers into a fully owned subsidiary of a global media network.
Confirming the finalization of the integration, David Mignot, the Chief Executive Officer of Canal+ Africa and MultiChoice, stated that the milestone positions the South African broadcaster for fresh long-term development.
As highlighted in a report by The Punch, Mignot noted that “MultiChoice is now a full subsidiary of a truly international media group operating in 70 countries.
The group was founded in France, is listed in London and Johannesburg, and has a strong African presence with operations in more than 45 countries.”
