Summary:
Multichoice clarifies that SuperSport won’t broadcast AFCON 2023 due to rights issues, ensuring football fans access through partner channels. Businessman Nazir Jinnah sees economic potential for East Africa.
Multichoice has provided clarification on the absence of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 from SuperSport, citing rights issues in their announcement.
The decision signifies that the anticipated football tournament, scheduled from January 13 to February 11, will not be available on the popular sports channel.
In a statement, Multichoice assured football enthusiasts that AFCON 2023 games would still be accessible through partner broadcast stations on Free-to-Air (FTA) channels on DSTV.
The company emphasized its ongoing commitment to delivering unparalleled access to football and entertainment for subscribers across Africa.
Meanwhile, on December 23, 2023, businessman Nazir Jinnah underscored the economic prospects tied to the upcoming AFCON for East African nations.
Jinnah pointed out that hosting the games jointly offers Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania a unique chance to elevate their profiles and enhance local tourism.
Jinnah further highlighted the potential for sports to not only promote development and social cohesion but also to create employment opportunities, especially for the significant percentage of the youthful population currently facing unemployment challenges in Kenya.
Drawing parallels with countries like China, which leveraged sports events for transformative change, Jinnah expressed optimism about the positive impact of AFCON on the sports sector and beyond.