Love Nature Expanding To More Canal+ Markets, Still No Word On MultiChoice's DStv?

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Love Nature is a factual channel operated by Blue Ant Media with content focused on environmental appreciation and conservation. Based in Toronto, it features a range of wildlife and nature documentaries.

Following it's inception on Canal+ Polska, the French broadcaster is looking to expand Love Nature to all its French territories in France, Europe and Africa.

Programming set to be included at launch include Big Cat Country, Malawi Wildlife Rescue, Wildlife Icons Seasons 1 and 2 all of which are filmed in Africa. It seems kind of odd that a channel featuring this much local content is not as yet on DStv.

We've shot up a couple of theories as to why this may be the case as seen with the WBD deal. MultiChoice's contracts was aligned with that of Canal+'s operations in Europe so talks are likely still underway as the deal was said to unlock synergies.

There's no reason to think otherwise as Canal+ had promised that the buyout would include increased content for DStv consumers particularly local. Since last year, MultiChoice had stated they were in position to allocate more content and channels.

If I had guess where Love Nature would be placed probably in People's Planet former space which was channel 180. 

Is Canal+ Looking To Sell Showmax?

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Last month, Canal+ held a media briefing discussing various details about MultiChoice after completing it's acquisition of the company in late 2025. It was revealed that Showmax was losing a lot of money and are exploring options for the brand.

Canal+ is also looking at possibly launching its self titled streaming service in MultiChoice markets which would bundle Netflix and Apple TV.

The problem part as outlined would be Showmax and during that briefing it was revealed that Canal+ would be reducing its investment toward the streamer. They've even held various talks with Comcast about the future of the brand.

One of which could include a possible sale of the brand to Comcast's NBCUniversal after acquiring a 30% stake. Another could be Canal+ acquiring the remaining stake and phasing it out for its self titled streaming service although it may seem unlikely.

In the event, NBCUniversal does look to acquire the remaining 70% which seems possible as Canal+ talked about selling none-core assets. It's likely that a licensing agreement between them and MultiChoice would be put in place for local content. 

Canal+ plans to sell MultiChoice content even to the likes of Netflix which they deem a partner. Under the Nasper era, 

What to me would be unknown is whether Showmax as a brand would continue to operate in Africa under that trademark or fold under Peacock as seen in the US and select international markets.

There's literally nothing stopping NBCUniversal from retaining the Showmax trademark as Canal+ has already begun the due diligence. Several original shows like Youngins and Die Kantoor their windows between DStv has been shortened.

Another is the international deals, Canal+ got out of renewal talks with Warner Bros. Discovery which saw consumers lose out on HBO content. If I had to guess, the next victim to all of these cuts within Showmax will be that Premier League subscription.

Canal+ could redirect this efforts back to DStv Stream.

If NBCUniversal is looking to acquire Showmax, HBO may not be the only thing to get reduced even content from Sony, Paramount and AMC will see radical declines. As NBCUniversal can use this buyout to expand its own catalogue instead.

Blue Ant Media Makes French-Language Debut For Love Nature on Canal+

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Milestone deal grows Blue Ant’s partnership with CANAL+, extends the reach of Love Nature’s wildlife and nature content for French-language audiences across several territories on CANAL+

Blue Ant Media, a global streamer, production studio, and rights business, announced today from NATPE the launch of Love Nature on CANAL+, in which the wildlife and nature brand will enter French-speaking markets in EMEA for the first time on CANAL+ to its francophone audiences. Beginning this month, the high-profile launch will see Love Nature roll out on CANAL+ in France, Africa, and several French overseas territories over the next three months. CANAL+’s French-speaking audiences will have access to Love Nature’s newly launched dedicated linear French-language PayTV channel. Additionally, CANAL+ will offer a Love Nature VOD hub featuring 150 hours of regularly refreshed content. The deal, overseen by Chiara McKee, VP, EMEA Global Channels & Streaming at Blue Ant Media, grows the company’s partnership with Canal+ and builds on Love Nature’s growing momentum across Europe, significantly elevating the brand’s visibility and industry standing in one of Europe’s most influential pay TV markets. 

“CANAL+ is a prestigious partner and signals the appeal that Love Nature’s award-winning wildlife series and documentaries offer in today’s competitive TV market,” says Carlyn Staudt, President, Global Channels & Streaming, Blue Ant Media. “This landmark agreement represents a major strategic milestone for Love Nature and completes the company’s partnership with CANAL+ across all CANAL+ EMEA markets, with Love Nature now available across the group’s full regional footprint.” 

Programming highlights for the launch of Love Nature on Big Cat Country (6 × 60’), which follows the dramatic saga of three lion prides that collide and battle for supremacy in the heart of Zambia’s Luangwa Valley; Malawi Wildlife Rescue (6 x 60), a touching docu-series that follows a veterinarian team at the country’s only wildlife rescue center, as they care for injured and abandoned animals before they are released back into the wild and Wildlife Icons Wildlife Icons Seasons 1 and 2 (14 x 60) a look at the lives of some of Africa’s cutest, coolest and hairiest animals

How Canal+ Might Rollout A Sports Only Package On DStv?

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Canal+ managed to complete it's acquisition of MultiChoice by late 2025 and since then had been undergoing some restructure. This includes scaling back on services such as Showmax and renewal of WBD channels in Europe and Africa.

Prior to the takeover, MultiChoice was exploring possibly offering sports on a separate package with another package offering local entertainment, movies and news.

It should be noted that this isn't the first time they explored such an offering and they've been very skeptical about separating SuperSport. This is because it wasn't deemed as viable as seen with Showmax PRO another had to do with the pricing.

In MultiChoice's first test run, consumers would have been given the option to pay a monthly rate of R300 for Mzansi Magic, Discovery Channel and Cartoon Network. This excluded the AddMovies offering which comprised of M-Net Movies 1 & 2.

SuperSport's offering on this package was divided between two the first would consist of PSL, La Liga and Premier League while the other featured Tennis, Rugby and Cricket. Both of which were also priced at R300 and those opting to pay both got a discount.

As seen with AddMovies where consumers aren't paying for this as a standalone the same is likely to await the sport's offering but under Canal+'s influence they could find some workaround.

A majority of Netflix subscribers are less likely to subscribe to the sports offering if MultiChoice were to tell them they needed to pay for the general entertainment package. This is what MultiChoice wanted to burden onto these clients in its drafts.

Under Canal+, these clients may be given the option to include SuperSport in their Netflix subscription. For those using Showmax, Canal+ could give these clients a discounted rate by bundling this service with SuperSport.

Netflix and Showmax are basically the OTT counterparts to this general entertainment package from DStv so the idea of them bundling SuperSport onto these services wouldn't seem far fetched.

Reminder: NCIS - Los Angeles Returns On eSeries For A Season 9

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Season 9 of NCIS: Los Angeles takes viewers deeper into the dangerous world of undercover operations, international crime, and high-risk intelligence missions. The elite NCIS team continues to protect national security while working in the shadows, where trust is fragile, and every decision can mean life or death.

Special Agent G Callen remains calm, strategic, and emotionally complex as his past continues to influence his present. Sam Hanna brings strength, loyalty, and discipline to the team, balancing intense fieldwork with family responsibility. Their partnership anchors the season, underscoring the importance of brotherhood and trust in facing unpredictable enemies.

This season raises the stakes with cases involving terrorism, cybercrime, and global conspiracies. Missions move from the streets of Los Angeles to international locations, giving the series a cinematic feel while keeping stories easy to follow. Each episode delivers action-packed investigations mixed with personal moments that reveal the cost of living undercover.

Kensi Blye and Marty Deeks face challenges that test both their professional skills and personal relationship, adding emotional depth to the storyline. The supporting team plays a vital role, highlighting teamwork, resilience, and shared sacrifice. Technology, strategy, and quick thinking drive every operation.

Season 9 balances suspense with heart, offering thrilling chases, tense interrogations, and powerful character growth. The storytelling remains accessible, with clear motivations and strong heroes audiences can root for. NCIS: Los Angeles Season 9

delivers reliable action drama that celebrates courage, loyalty, and commitment to protecting others, even when the danger is personal, from start to finish.

10 February 8:30PM.