reported<\/a> that the Africa Magic Family channel was removed from DStv on 5 November 2026 and replaced with Africa Magic+.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe channel, packaged by M-Net, aired family-focused Nollywood dramas and series aimed predominantly at a Nigerian pay-TV audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As with DStv’s replacement of Mzansi Wethu with Wethu+, it has taken a similar approach in replacing Africa Magic Family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Similarly to Wethu+, Africa Magic+ has also been moved to the new DStv Starter package, available for R99 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ferreira said Canal+, MultiChoice, and M-Net have strategically moved Africa Magic+ to lower-priced tiers to expand its audience reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
DStv launched the new Wethu+ channel alongside its package overhaul in mid-September 2026. The channel is dedicated to local entertainment, movies, family viewing, and live football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Designed for the whole family, the channel brings together popular telenovelas, drama series, local movies, children’s programming, educational content, and live PSL action,” it said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wethu+ replaced Mzansi Wethu on DStv Channel 163. MultiChoice said it combines Mzansi Wethu, Mzansi Bioskop, and Mzansi Magic Music into a single channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The channel also introduces international blockbuster movies as well as local telenovelas, dubbed telenovelas, and local reality shows,” it said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
MultiChoice said football forms an important part of the Wethu+ viewing experience, and during the football season, viewers can watch two live PSL matches every weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The addition of live football alongside drama, movies and family entertainment gives Wethu+ a unique appeal, offering viewers access to both sport and entertainment on a single channel,” it said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regarding prime-time programming, Wethu+ features a line-up of local favourites, including Umhlaba Wezifiso S1<\/em> and Shaka iLembe S2<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt will also carry new episodes of Homecoming S2<\/em>, My Brother’s Keeper S2<\/em>, and The River S6<\/em>, as well as offering learning and family programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n“The channel includes dedicated educational and family-focused programming that supports learning while keeping younger viewers engaged,” MultiChoice said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Children’s and educational content form part of the daytime schedule, while Woza Matrics provides Matric learners with valuable revision and exam-preparation support.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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