Investors Profiles

Luvhone is privileged to have gained global recognition and trust as a brand, that has led to attracting long-term investment in the business by investors such as the Multichoice Group, Canal plus and Vantiva.

As Luvhone, we are proud of the partnership we have had with our investors and the long-term value creation as we chart our growth journey.

MultiChoice Group

MultiChoice Group is a South African entertainment and broadcasting company that operates across Sub-Saharan Africa. Established from the subscription services division of M-Net, the company became one of the continent’s leading providers of pay television and digital entertainment services. Its headquarters are located in Randburg, South Africa, and its operations extend across numerous African countries.

The company is best known for its DStv and GOtv platforms, which provide satellite television and digital broadcasting services to millions of subscribers. MultiChoice also owns well-known entertainment brands such as SuperSport and M-Net.

Through these platforms, the company offers sports broadcasting, movies, television series, news, and local African content tailored to different audiences and regions. MultiChoice has played a significant role in developing Africa’s broadcasting and entertainment industry by investing in local productions, sports rights, and regional content creation.

The company has contributed to the growth of African film and television industries while expanding digital streaming services. MultiChoice remains one of Africa’s most influential entertainment companies with a strong presence in sports broadcasting and digital media services.

CANAL+ Group

CANAL+ Group is a global media and entertainment company that originated in France as a pay tv operator. Over the past four decades, the company has expanded into an international entertainment group operating across Europe, Africa, and Asia. It provides television broadcasting, streaming services, film production, content distribution, and digital media solutions to millions of subscribers worldwide.

The company operates across the entire audiovisual value chain, including content creation, production, broadcasting, and distribution. CANAL+ owns STUDIOCANAL, one of Europe’s leading film and television studios, as well as Dailymotion, a major online video-sharing platform.

Through partnerships and acquisitions, the group has built a strong international entertainment portfolio that includes sports broadcasting, original productions, movies, and television series. CANAL+ has expanded significantly in African markets, where it became one of the leading subscription television providers. The company strengthened its presence further through its acquisition and integration of MultiChoice Group, which operates DStv and GOtv.

This expansion increased CANAL+’s subscriber base and strengthened its position in both francophone and anglophone African regions. The group continues to focus on digital transformation, streaming technology, and international content distribution. By combining traditional broadcasting with online streaming and local content production, CANAL+ aims to compete with global entertainment platforms while maintaining a strong presence in regional markets. Its long-term strategy centres on technological innovation, local storytelling, and expanding global media influence.

Vantiva

Vantiva is a global technology company that specializes in broadband, video, and connected-home solutions. The company was previously known as Technicolor and later rebranded to Vantiva after restructuring its operations. Headquartered in France, the company serves telecommunications operators, internet service providers, and media companies across several international markets. Its primary focus is on developing hardware and software that improve home connectivity and digital entertainment experiences.

The company manufactures products such as broadband gateways, Wi-Fi routers, modems, Android TV set-top boxes, and smart home devices. These technologies enable internet providers to deliver services including streaming, voice communication, and high-speed connectivity to residential and commercial users.

Vantiva also supports cloud-based software solutions and advanced networking technologies designed for modern digital households. Vantiva has a long industrial history dating back more than a century through its earlier associations with Thomson and Technicolor.

Over the years, the company expanded through mergers, acquisitions, and technological innovation. In 2024, Vantiva strengthened its market position by acquiring CommScope’s Home Networks division, which previously included the ARRIS brand. This acquisition broadened its product portfolio and increased its influence in the connected-home and broadband equipment industry.

The company places significant emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and customer-focused solutions. It works closely with telecommunications providers to improve network performance and meet the increasing global demand for reliable internet access. Vantiva continues to position itself as a major participant in the global connectivity and home entertainment market.