Johannesburg, South Africa – A bold new chapter in local entertainment is about to begin. On 14 July 2025, Phuthuloha TV will officially launch exclusively on Freevision Play, becoming South Africa’s first entertainment channel dedicated entirely to content in Sesotho, Sepedi, and Setswana.
With over 1,000 hours of fresh content annually, Phuthuloha TV will offer a rich mix of dramas, reality TV, lifestyle, talk shows, kids’ content, and more, all delivered in the languages and voices of our people.
“Every person deserves to see themselves on screen, in their own language, with their own stories,” says the Phuthuloha TV team. “This is more than just a channel, it’s a cultural homecoming.”
Phuthuloha TV finds an exclusive home on Freevision Play, South Africa’s premier free streaming platform powered by Sentech. Viewers can enjoy the channel anytime via the Freevision Play mobile app, web browser, or Android TV.
“Through Freevision Play, Sentech is fulfilling its mandate to broaden access to diverse and inclusive content. We are proud to support channels like Phuthuloha TV that reflect the true spirit and language of our nation,” says Kopano Thage, Sentech Chief Commercial Officer Media Business.
Key Highlights:
- Original dramas like Bophelo, Mali a Borena, and more
- Talk shows, music shows, and youth-centred programming
- 100% content in Sesotho, Sepedi, and Setswana
- Watch only on Freevision Play – no subscription, no decoder required
How to Watch:
- Download the Freevision Play app (iOS or Android)
- Or visit www.freevisionplay.co.za
- Click Phuthuloha TV and start watching, free!
- Join the movement. Share your stories. Celebrate your language. Phuthuloha TV. Only on Freevision Play.
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Issued on behalf of SENTECH by:
Penelope Ntuli
Media Spokesperson and Head: Brand & Communication
Cell: 071 365 3953
Should you have any further queries, please send an email to media@sentech.co.za
ABOUT FREEVISION PLAY
Freevision Play is South Africa’s first free-to-access digital streaming platform, bringing together a range of local and community channels under one platform, at no cost to viewers. Designed for accessibility, the platform requires no decoder, subscription, or monthly fee, just an internet connection. Whether on mobile, desktop, or smart TV, Freevision Play delivers local entertainment to audiences where they are, in the languages they speak.
