SPI Expands Channel Offerings in South Africa

SPI International is continuing to grow its channel distribution in South Africa with new distribution agreements with local networks.

Per the deals, SPI’s channels now will be available through Telkom, a wireless telecommunications provider, and mobile communications company Vodacom. The available channels include FilmBox Africa, FilmBox ArtHouse, DocuBox, FightBox, Fast & Fun, FashionBox, 360TuneBox and Gametoon.

Additionally, the IPTV OTT platform for mobile devices TV2GO now can be operated by CAST-TV/Infinivy SA, which allows its programming to be accessible on any mobile device.

Amit Karni, the head of distribution for SPI International in Africa, said: “To meet growing demand for TV consumption on mobile devices in Africa we wanted to ensure that Telkom and Vodacom mobile subscribers have access to SPI’s premium content via CAST TV/Infinivy platform in South Africa. We are excited to work with CAST TV/Infinivy, and I am sure that South Africa will only be the start of our cooperation.”
 
Yaron Chen, the CEO of Infinivy, added: “Adding SPI’s channels to our TV2GO platform, with its diverse genres and program offerings, allows us to boost our entertainment content lineup in order to meet the demands of our viewers.”