MultiChoice Group and its counterpart, CJ ENM HK, have announced the launch of Korean entertainment pop up channel tvN Africa on DStv, channel 134 from Monday, 1st March 2021.
This marks the first foray for Korea’s No.1 entertainment brand into the continent. tvN will be available to DStv Premium, Compact Plus and Compact customers.
tvN is a South Korean global general entertainment network established in 2006.
Recognized as the No.1 Content Creator group loved by all ages with novel entertainment shows and well-made dramas, tvN has been Korea’s leading general entertainment channel, as well as in the United States and Asia.
Starting Monday, 1st March, DStv customers will be able to experience the Best Korean Entertainment and world-famous Korean stars, specially curated and packaged in one channel.
The customisation is critical to satisfy fans and attract new audiences. Similar to tvN Asia, the channel will be presented in English and include programs with English subtitles and a dedicated drama slot dubbed in English.
There will be fresh hourly programming every weekday from 5:45 pm.
“We’re thrilled to have a channel with such a unique content offering join our platforms,” says John Ugbe, Chief Executive Officer of MultiChoice Nigeria.
“We are always looking for ways to provide value for our customers and tvN will do just that by giving Nigerian viewers a chance to explore South Korean lifestyle through entertainment.
Through the quality of its rich stories, the channel broadens the already extensive range of viewing options we have on DStv for a variety of audiences”
Commenting also on the launch, Michael Jung, Managing Director of CJ ENM Hong Kong, said: “It is evident Hallyu fever is on the rise in Africa. We are very thrilled to partner with MultiChoice, the leading pay-TV provider in Africa, to be the first Korean entertainment Brand to launch on DStv.
“We will do our best to bring all the premium Korean entertainment to the fans.”
