Multichoice Brings BBC First To Zimbabwe

Multichoice Africa has announced that it is bringing the BBC First channel to Zimbabwe.

After a channel refresh of BBC Worldwide packages, BBC Brit (120) was introduced in September to the Premium, Compact and Compact Plus packages.

Lately, we have received an increase in requests for content that was moved to the new channel, BBC First, during the refresh. As a company that values our loyal subscribers, MultiChoice Africa decided to also add this channel to the DStv platform as part of our continuous efforts to provide our viewers with content they want to watch.
Subscriber satisfaction is a high priority for us. When we realised that our valued subscribers were highly disappointed at missing out on their favourite shows which were moved to BBC First during the BBC channel refresh, we went back to the drawing board to re-evaluate our decision on BBC First, We sincerely apologise to all our loyal subscribers for our initial decision to not acquire BBC First. That was an error in judgement on our side. We hope that the addition of this channel will reassure them that we do listen to them and we are still committed to ensuring they receive the best programming variety in the world.”
BBC First will be available on channel 119 to the DStv Premium package and will air from 18:00- 01:00 daily.

The move will see shows like Downtown Abbey, Doctor Who, Casualty and Eastenders among others make their return to DStv.

Joel Churcher, General Manager and Vice President for Africa, BBC Worldwide commented:

The BBC is known for producing outstanding drama with fans of our shows spanning the globe. I’m delighted that we are able to introduce even more innovative, distinctive British drama to the African market.

So set your reminders.