Live WWE Programming Lands in Sub-Saharan Africa

WWE and SuperSport have inked a new multiyear deal to air WWE content live for the first time in more than 50 countries across sub-Saharan Africa.

On Monday, August 28, SuperSport will begin broadcasting WWE’s flagship series Raw and SmackDown, as well as WWE specials, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam. SuperSport channels will air Raw on Tuesdays and SmackDown on Wednesdays, offering both live telecasts and same-day repeats. All programming will be available with English commentary and on demand. It will also be offered on some of DStv’s general-entertainment channels.

“WWE is a global phenomenon, so securing the broadcast rights for SuperSport is a terrific coup,” said Gideon Khobane, the chief executive of SuperSport. “The athletes involved are larger-than-life figures who command huge followings. At long last our viewers will get to share in this entertainment spectacle in high definition. I look forward to a long and fruitful partnership with WWE.”

“SuperSport is a best-in-class partner who shares our vision and passion for engaging with and entertaining our fans,” added Ed Wells, WWE’s executive VP of international. “Televising WWE programming live in sub-Saharan Africa for the first time is an important milestone for us, and we look forward to working with SuperSport to cultivate new fans in the region.”