UPICtv to boost locally produced creative content

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President Masisi and First Lady launched Botswanau00e2u20acu2122s own Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) platform named u00e2u20acu02dcUPICtvu00e2u20acu2122 last week PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Last Saturday saw the launch of Botswana’s own Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) platform named ‘UPICtv’ which is available for streaming online, and which sets the country on digital transformation journey that is slowly taking shape with an emphasis to support the creative sector.

The platform also has an app available both on the Google play store and the Apple store. UPICtv was hailed as a home grown subscription-based streaming service, which will host a bouquet of local and international titles. It will also have particular focus on locally produced dramas, movies, comedies and continuity programmes. The service further has access to streaming local television and radio stations.

Speaking at the launch of the facility, President Mokgweetsi Masisi said the Saturday event marked a significant milestone in Botswana’s digital transformational Agenda that aims at pursuing a digitally inclusive nation through the arts and creative industry.

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