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eMedia vs Multichoice- Sports broadcasting rights unpacked

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GUEST – Michael Markovitz - Head, GIBS Media Leadership Think Tank

In October 2023, eMedia escalated its ongoing dispute with MultiChoice over sports rights by taking it to the Competition Commission. This came after the High Court removed eMedia’s urgent application from its roll. Through its Openview satellite TV service, the application sought to broadcast the 2023 Rugby World Cup matches for free on SABC TV channels.
16 Apr 2024 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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