When Covid-19 struck in March 2020, placing everyone around the globe in some sort of hard lockdown, viewers turned to their favourite streaming platforms, which provided an escape from boredom and, at the same time, a distraction from the pervading anxiety.
At the time, Netflix was the leading option and its K-dramas were second to none. In SA, it wasn’t the only option.
We have Showmax, AppleTV+, Amazon Prime Video, BritBox and Disney+, among a plethora of options, depending on one’s budget.
Now the streaming market is about to receive a new contender with Universal+ set to launch next month and will be available to DStv subscribers across Sub-Sarahran African.
The new streaming platform includes movies and series from Universal TV, E!, DreamWorks, Studio Universal and Telemundo.
Universal+ has already…