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September 12, 2013

Kenya football goes full HD on DStv’s SuperSport



                                                                                                         
DStv’s SuperSport will have another first for East African television with the first live High Definition (HD) broadcast out of Kenya, a mouth-watering clash between the table-topping Gor Mahia and defending champions Tusker.

HD broadcasting, with its crystal clear images, crisp audio and surround sound capabilities, is what TV networks the world over are striving towards. MultiChoice, industry leaders across the continent having introduced many viewer enhancing features like the PVR and DStv Mobile, continues to set the pace with East Africa’s first local HD broadcast of any sport.

”This reinforces the promise of giving the best in sporting experience to the fans. HD is brighter, clearer and comes close to the real thing. Having our own league in HD illustrates our intent of always keeping up with the dynamic world of technology,” commented Stephen Isaboke, MultiChoice’s regional director for East Africa.

SuperSport general manager for East Africa, Auka Gecheo, is excited at the prospect of a first Tusker Premier League match in full HD.

“It’s exciting times indeed for Kenyan sport: the TPL live in superb HD. Coming shortly after the launch of our new studio facilities, which has enabled Simba Super Soccer to now be live, shows our commitment to Kenya and the entire East Africa region. It’s also a clear indication of the strides Kenyan league football has taken and the great property they’ve created.” 

An exultant Jack Ogunda, KPL CEO, had nothing but praise for partners SuperSport.
“As KPL we are most delighted that our efforts of administrating a league worthy to be mentioned with the best there is are being recognised. Through SuperSport’s drive and commitment to be at the cutting edge of technology, football fans at home and across the continent will now enjoy our beautiful game in the most modern way just like they do the Uefa Champions League, Barclays Premier League and the Spanish La Liga,” he said.

Having just about wrestled the championship away from Tusker, Gor will want to put on a show at the expense of the defending champions on Sunday. 

The game will be preceded by a half-hour build-up to be anchored by the queen of Kenyan football, Carol Radull, while former national team and Tusker coach Jacob “Ghost” Mulee and sports consultant Arnold Kanyang’onda will provide expert opinion and analysis.

Commentary is available in two language options: English from Bernard Otieno and Mulee while GoalMouth winner Michael Were shares kiSwahili duties with Hassan Kauleni.

 Broadcast details 
Sunday, September 15
Gor Mahia vs. Tusker
SS2HD, SS9E (2.30pm)

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