Our commitment to enriching lives extends beyond entertainment to a profound dedication to our vibrant African home. As Africa faces heightened vulnerability to climate change, urgent action is essential.
The MultiChoice Group’s recently released Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) performance report for the financial year ending March 2025 (FY25), highlights our devotion to protecting the planet.
The report is anchored in four core pillars, aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): conserving natural resources, improving environmental performance, minimising our environmental footprint, and building impactful partnerships.
We believe a sustainable future for Africa is a shared responsibility. Here are five key highlights from our 2025 ESG report:
1. Climate change
Climate change is a significant challenge, especially for Africa, impacting everything from farming to water. MultiChoice Africa is committed to reducing our environmental impact. Our goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, meaning our operations will not add more carbon to the atmosphere than we remove.
This commitment results in a healthier planet with cleaner air, more stable weather patterns, and a more secure future for our communities. We continuously measure our carbon emissions, and in FY25, we made significant strides in reducing emissions from our direct operations.
2. Energy efficiency
Optimising energy consumption is a key pillar of our environmental strategy. In FY25, we achieved a notable reduction in energy consumption by optimising electricity use,
enhancing heating, cooling and ventilation systems, and improving data centre efficiency.
Across our facilities, we’ve deployed technologies like motion-sensor lighting, LED systems, and energy-efficient inverters. In Nigeria, we’re replacing outdated chillers with energy-efficient models. These smart solutions reduce our environmental impact and contribute to operational efficiency.
3. Water security
Water security is critical in Africa, and MultiChoice Africa is dedicated to responsible water management across all our operational facilities. We’ve implemented technologies like dual flush cisterns and drip irrigation systems, achieving up to a 40% reduction in water usage in some facilities.
In Nigeria, we’re extending drip-piping sprinkler systems and repurposing water from sewage treatment plants for irrigation. These efforts ensure responsible water use, benefiting communities and ecosystems.
4. Waste management
MultiChoice Africa is committed to responsible waste management, focusing on recycling, proper disposal, and circularity principles. In FY25, we disposed of nearly 465,000 kilograms of general trash, with significant efforts to divert waste from landfills.
We also ensure e-waste is handled with utmost environmental care, with over 6400 kilograms collected and safely recycled. Our Irdeto offices have phased out single-use plastics and recycle coffee waste, demonstrating our dedication to innovative waste reduction.
5. Environmental partnerships
Our environmental journey is strengthened by strategic partnerships. As an official African Broadcast partner for The Earthshot Prize, we amplify messages around climate change and inspire sustainable solutions.
Our collaboration with Fruitful Office has led to 7,048 trees planted since 2013, combating deforestation and offsetting CO₂ emissions. Through Irdeto Crosscharge, we’re contributing to the growing EV market, promoting secure and sustainable charging solutions.
MultiChoice Africa is taking a leading role in promoting environmental sustainability across the continent. The company is actively working to reduce its carbon emissions, conserve vital natural resources, and build impactful partnerships. These efforts are all part of a broader commitment to creating a healthier, more vibrant Africa for future generations—reflecting a deep sense of responsibility toward the planet and its people.