Multichoice Sustainability Profile
Multichoice Group, a leading entertainment company headquartered in South Africa (ZA), has been a pioneer in the broadcasting industry since its inception in 1990. With a strong presence across the African continent, Multichoice operates primarily in the pay television and digital streaming sectors, offering a diverse range of content tailored to local audiences. The company is renowned for its flagship product, DStv, which provides subscribers with a wide array of channels, including sports, movies, and local programming. Multichoice's commitment to innovation is evident in its investment in technology and content creation, positioning it as a market leader in the region. Notable achievements include its expansion into online streaming with DStv Now, enhancing accessibility for viewers. With a robust subscriber base and a focus on quality content, Multichoice continues to shape the future of entertainment in Africa.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Multichoice's score of 41 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Multichoice's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, MultiChoice reported total carbon emissions of approximately 72,399,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 19,483,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2024, where total emissions were about 67,675,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 26,061,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 41,614,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, emissions were higher at around 75,060,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 37,008,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 38,052,000 kg CO2e. MultiChoice has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. This commitment includes a comprehensive Net Zero – Energy Performance review for all buildings over 2,500 m², with implementation of recommendations to achieve the desired energy performance by the target year. Additionally, a phased approach to carbon neutrality in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes is planned by 2050. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from MultiChoice Group Limited, with no cascading from a parent organization. MultiChoice's proactive stance on climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,163,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,558,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Multichoice's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Multichoice has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
