In a move that is set to reshape the African entertainment landscape, French media giant Canal+ has successfully acquired South Africa-based MultiChoice Group in a $3 billion deal, gaining full control of popular pay-TV services DStv and GOtv. The acquisition received the green light from South Africa’s Competition Tribunal on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 after a long-anticipated takeover. The deal, valued at approximately 55 billion rand, was confirmed following months of regulatory scrutiny and negotiations. Canal+, which already held a 45.2% stake in MultiChoice, moved to acquire the remaining shares…
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