TopStar, the leading terrestrial television signal platform, is thrilled to announce the addition of two new local channels, Muchinga channel 100 and Thrive television CH 130 stations, to its platform. The addition of the two brings the total number of operational local TV channels on the platform to 42.
And Lumen TV CH 101 has extended signal coverage to 15 sites – along the line of rail and the provincial headquarters.
So far, 15 local channels are covered countrywide – 10 of which are on both Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT or Antenna) and Direct To Home (DTH or Dish) platforms; eight (8) with latest addition of Lumen TV are on the 15 sites coverage – along the line of rail and provincial headquarters while 19 are on single site coverage.
Muchinga TV CEO, Mr. Fred Mbewe, expressed excitement about the partnership with TopStar, which aims to expand the station’s audience across Zambia and beyond.
“We provide high-quality cultural and artistic content, including local movies, music, documentaries, talk shows, and news. Our goal is to inform, educate, and entertain while celebrating Zambian art and culture.”
“Through our partnership with the TopStar, Muchinga TV can now reach a wider audience across Zambia and beyond, offering enriching cultural and artistic content.”
“Our viewers will experience a unique blend of Zambian life, showcased through local films, songs, documentaries, talk shows, and news, “ Mr Mbewe said.
Founder and CEO of Thrive television Bwalya Vlahakis stated that it is a privilege to be on the TopStar platform, which is affordable, widely accessible to the Zambian populous, and offers a diverse range of local content.
“That reflects our culture, values, and identity as a nation. TopStar strikes a balance in local and international content, from the viewership experience of its audience,” Ms Vlahakis.
Thrive TV is a family-oriented edutainment television station that focuses on content appealing to young people, aiming to inspire and educate audiences from diverse backgrounds.
Lumen TV CEO Father Arthur Ntembula said that viewers should expect more local content and better picture quality.
Lumen TV, which is a Catholic Media Services supported channel, has until recently been accessed in Lusaka only since its addition on the TopStar platfom in 2019.
As the largest distribution platform in Zambia, we pride ourselves on providing quality signal coverage to every part of the country.
Our mandate is to ensure that Zambian households have access to information and can enjoy affordable television.
