End of an Era: MultiChoice Replaces Africa Magic Family With Africa Magic+

​MultiChoice and M-Net have officially retired the popular entertainment channel Africa Magic Family after a successful 12-year run, replacing it with a fresh viewing option dubbed Africa Magic+.

​The transition, which went live on November 5, 2026, forms a key part of a wider strategic restructuring of DStv’s channel lineups and subscription bundles.

​A Decade of Local Storytelling

​Launched over a decade ago, Africa Magic Family cemented itself as a household favorite across Nigeria and the wider continent. The platform became renowned for serving up a steady stream of family-friendly Nollywood movies, local drama series, and culturally rich African entertainment.

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​In an official farewell message shared via their social media handles, channel representatives expressed gratitude to viewers while signaling a transition to a more robust viewing format:

​”One chapter closes, but the story is far from over. Africa Magic Family is officially closed; there’s so much more coming your way.”

​What to Expect From Africa Magic+

​The newly introduced Africa Magic+ aims to build on its predecessor’s legacy by delivering an expanded variety of content. According to management, the revamped channel promises viewers a richer mix of drama, diverse storytelling, and broader entertainment options.

​Crucially, the channel shift coincides with structural adjustments to DStv’s bouquet tiers—symbolized by its placement within more accessible package options (such as the newly structured DStv Starter tier). Industry watchers note that this strategic repositioning by MultiChoice, M-Net, and parent stakeholder Canal+ is designed to optimize content delivery and widen audience reach across various income tiers.

​Subscribers eager to keep up with their favorite local series and movies are advised to check the updated DStv channel grids to locate Africa Magic+ under its new tier.