Showmax Pro Streaming Service to be Discontinued: A Move by MultiChoice to Revamp Its Platform

News: Lately, headlines have been buzzing with news of the impending closure of Showmax Pro. This marks a pivotal step in the grand scheme to re-launch the Showmax platform. In this article, we delve deep into the discontinuation of Showmax Pro and the possible consequences it may bring. Stay tuned for the most up-to-date information and developments regarding this event.

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The Showmax Pro Shutdown Declaration

The MultiChoice Group has recently announced its decision to discontinue Showmax Pro, as part of the upcoming relaunch of the Showmax platform. Showmax Pro, an on-demand streaming service available to Showmax subscribers across various African nations, offered a diverse range of entertainment content, music channels, news, and live sports streaming through SuperSport. In 2022, Showmax Pro expanded its coverage to include major sporting events like the FIFA World Cup Qatar, Premier League, Serie A, La Liga, and DSTV Premiership games. Subscribers also enjoyed magazine shows, sports documentaries, and highlights. The service provided access to live news channels, including SABC News, Euronews, Africanews, and Newzroom Afrika. Showmax Pro was accessible in countries such as Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, Mauritius, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and several other African nations.

Phasing Out of Showmax Pro

Following the recent disclosure, the MultiChoice Group intends to halt Showmax Pro before the foreseen launch of the Showmax platform. Post the launch, Showmax’s sports contribution would be largely centred around Premier League football, which is widely acknowledged as Africa’s most-watched football league. Regrettably, Showmax Pro subscription will not be open for subscription after October 1. These changes are however in line with MultiChoice’s strategy in the lead-up to a significant revamp of Showmax, which is set to be wrapped up by the year-end.

Future Plans and Alliances

In a significant development, MultiChoice made an announcement in March that NBC Universal is set to acquire a 30% stake in Showmax, aligning with their goal to establish the leading internet video streaming platform in Africa. Consequently, the eagerly anticipated Showmax Version 2 is slated for introduction in the final quarter of this year. This updated version is poised to offer an even broader array of content, enhanced product offerings, an intuitive user interface, and additional live sports streams, with a particular focus on the English Premier League. Despite these enhancements, Showmax will maintain its distinct identity separate from DStv, catering to the growing streaming audience.

Final Thoughts

In summary, the discontinuation of Showmax Pro represents a pivotal moment in the on-demand streaming service landscape. MultiChoice’s strategic move to end Showmax Pro sets the stage for the relaunch of the Showmax platform. With a renewed focus on Premier League football, MultiChoice aims to provide a specialized sports streaming experience for its African audience. As we eagerly await the debut of Showmax Version 2 later this year, subscribers can look forward to an enhanced platform featuring advanced features and a wider range of content. Stay tuned for further updates on the relaunch and the future of Showmax.