New group CEO at MultiChoice

His new position includes overseeing SuperSport's business, with the new CEO of SuperSport reporting to him.

In the interim, he will continue to oversee the daily operations of SuperSport until a successor is confirmed, which he will be involved in identifying and appointing.

"I am grateful to the very capable team running operations at SuperSport, which allows me to accept this wonderful opportunity within the Naspers Group," said Patel. "I am also very pleased that I will continue to play an active role in the business of SuperSport."