Multichoice Introduces New Pay TV System

Multichioce Ghana, a local partner of Multichoice Africa, has introduced a new analogue pay television service called Real TV.

A press release from Multichoice Ghana said Real TV had five exciting channels, namely, SuperSport 4, Channel O, TBN, Africa Magic and Ahara.

The service will be provided at a minimal cost of $12 per month, with a start-up cost of $64 for installation and equipment.

The service will be available free to air during open block segment from 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. each day. The statement said SuperSports 4 was a sports highlight channel dedicated to all sports activities.

TBN is a Christian-based television channel which runs daily, dedicated to showing programmes to meet the needs of the body, mind, soul and spirit of all Christians of all ages, 24 hours a day.

"Channel O, a leading music television station and one of the most highly regarded outlets for African talent and music videos on the continent, will be dedicated to 24 hours music, from hip pop to soul music," it said.

The release said the Ahara Channel would have Ghanaian content, showing local production, drama and films.

Ms Ann Sackey, the PRO of Multichoice Ghana, told the GNA that the introduction of Real TV by Multichoice Ghana was meant to ensure that as many people as possible had access to the great programming.?