Sentech has revealed Freevision Play, its new streaming platform that gives access to local TV and South African channels, free-to-view in South Africa.
Both TV and radio channels are available on the platform that will compete with public broadcaster SABC+ and eMedia’s Openview.
“Freevision Play is available to everyone with an internet connection and can be accessed via smartphones, tablets and smart televisions,” said Sentech.
Freevision Play can be viewed through a dedicated website as well as apps for Apple and Android.
“The platform empowers users with access to educational, informational and entertainment content, thereby fostering learning and engagement across the nation,” Sentech continued.
“By joining Freevision Play, broadcasters can expand their viewership, engage with their audience more effectively, and generate additional revenue through advertising. Freevision Play takes care of the upfront investment costs. It creates a multi-tenant platform, giving viewers and listeners a diverse range of choices while providing broadcasters with new audiences and viewers.”
Although public broadcaster SABC is not available, there are a number of local and community channels including Soweto TV and Cape Town TV.