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Introducing UPICtv; an IPTV platform for Botswana
On 24th October 2020, Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet) launched an Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) platform. The launch event took place at the Gaborone International Conference Centre (GICC) with key government representatives and business stakeholders in attendance.
BoFiNet ExCo Mr Mabua Mabua, Mr Mpho Koolese, Ms Ogone Madisa-Kgwarae and Mr Keabetswe Segole at the launch of UPICtv
“In recent times demand for digital content has greatly increased and according to our research, 59% of the market want more local programming. As the major wholesale connectivity provider in Botswana, we identified an opportunity to diversify our business portfolio and increase demand for our existing connectivity services.
UPICtv rides on BoFiNet’s network infrastructure; driving increasing connectivity consumption and promoting the economic growth of our creative industry,” commented Mabua Mabua – CEO, BoFiNet.
UPICtv, a home-grown, subscription-based streaming service, will host both local and international titles with the key focus on promoting locally produced content. BoFiNet has partnered with local ISPs to increase accessibility of the service across the country and promote affordability.