Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa has partnered with MultiChoice to launch a new localized BET channel exclusively on DSTV next month.
This move comes as VIMN Africa, Africa’s most prolific international broadcaster, celebrates ten years of operations in Africa.
According to VIMN Africa, the channel is designed to reflect, respect and elevate the rich variety and positive values of African and African-American culture. The new, 24-hour channel will provide an uplifting blend of local and international programming from a variety of genres, including: drama, family-friendly sitcoms, stand-up comedy, documentaries, talk shows, reality series, gospel music, and more.
Going live on April 2, 2015 at 5:20PM, BET Africa will air exclusively on DSTV channel 129. The channel will co-exist alongside sister channel, BET2 (formerly known as BET) which is currently available on DSTV channel 135 on the DSTV platform and GOTV channel 23.
Commenting on the launch of the channel, Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Viacom International Media Networks Africa said, “We are delighted to announce the launch of this new BET channel – our tenth channel and multimedia entertainment brand in Africa. BET Africa will connect viewers with international trends, talent and thought leaders, whilst simultaneously celebrating Africa’s talent and creativity. This evolution for the BET brand on the continent significantly broadens our general entertainment offering and provides a dynamic and compelling new destination for viewers.”
Also speaking on the channel, MultiChoice Africa CEO, Nico Meyer noted that “The new BET channel on the DSTV platform will not only enrich our Premium subscribers’ television viewing experience with more current, world-class entertainment but the channel’s inclusion of African productions is in line with MultiChoice’s commitment to showcase African talent.”
So switch on, tune in and celebrate as BET makes its African debut, first on DSTV!