📡 Satellite TV Channel Updates – June 2025
Below is the complete list of satellite updates categorized by their status – new appearances and exits – and their corresponding satellites.
✅ New Channels on Satellite
| Channel Name | Frequency | Polarization | Satellite | Orbital Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iranova | 11766 | V | Al Yah 1 | 52.5° E |
| Syria Today | 11977 | V | Badr-8 | 26.0° E |
| TV 47 Kenya | 11881 | H | SES-5 | 5.0° E |
📺 Iranova on Al Yah 1 @ 52.5° E
Iranova, a Persian-language entertainment and cultural TV channel, has now appeared on the Al Yah 1 satellite at 52.5° East. Known for showcasing Iranian drama, films, and cultural programming, its inclusion broadens the Middle Eastern content reach via Al Yah 1, a key satellite in the region’s broadcasting.
📺 Syria Today on Badr-8 @ 26° E
Syria Today has launched on Badr-8 at 26° East. This satellite is commonly used across the Arab world. The channel is a source of current affairs and socio-political content from a Syrian perspective. Its arrival on Badr-8 will ensure better reach to viewers across the Middle East and North Africa.
📺 TV 47 Kenya on SES-5 @ 5.0° E
TV 47 Kenya, one of Kenya’s fastest-growing local broadcasters, is now free-to-air (FTA) on SES-5 at 5.0° East. The station is known for youth-focused content, local news, and public discourse. Its inclusion on SES-5 boosts its visibility across Eastern and Central Africa.
❌ Channels Removed from Satellite
| Channel Name | Satellite | Orbital Position | Platform Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| EriSat (Eritrean Satellite TV) | Eutelsat 7 West A | 7.3° W | Left Satellite |
| 30+ GoTV Kenya Channels | Intelsat 22 | 72.1° E | PLP: 42 – T2-MI – 4154 R |
📴 EriSat Left Eutelsat 7 West A @ 7.3° W
EriSat, a key broadcaster from Eritrea offering news and cultural content, has ceased transmission on Eutelsat 7 West A. The move may affect diaspora communities who rely on the satellite feed for access to local Eritrean media.
📴 Mass Departure of GoTV Kenya Channels from Intelsat 22 @ 72.1° E
A significant update in the African broadcast landscape: over 30 popular channels under the GoTV Kenya bouquet have left Intelsat 22. These include:
- Entertainment Channels: Maisha Magic East, Magic Showcase, Cine Magic, Africa Magic Showcase, Studio Universal Africa, Trace Gospel, E! Africa
- Children’s Content: Nickelodeon Africa, Cartoonito Africa, JimJam Europe, Disney Junior South Africa
- Documentary & Lifestyle: Nat Geo Wild, National Geographic, Food Network, BBC Lifestyle
- News & Religion: BBC News Africa, Islam Channel, Faith Africa
- Other Popular Names: BET Africa, Telemundo Africa, Tlnovelas Europa, NickToons, Kix Africa, Citizen TV Kenya
These channels previously used the T2-MI technology via PLP: 42 and were available in Kenya through GoTV receivers. Their departure hints at a possible frequency migration or platform shift, potentially linked to service restructuring or regional broadcasting policy changes.
🧾 Summary
The African satellite broadcasting space witnessed notable changes in early June 2025. While Iranova and Syria Today expand their footprint by appearing on Al Yah 1 and Badr-8 respectively, TV 47 Kenya’s FTA entry on SES-5 enhances free access to local news and entertainment. In contrast, the exit of over 30 GoTV Kenya channels from Intelsat 22 marks a major shake-up, possibly affecting millions of viewers and indicating strategic redirection in regional broadcasting.
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