Big Brother Titans

big brother titans

The full season of Big Brother Titans will be available on DStv Premium, Compact Plus, and Compact packages.

Rest of Africa: The full season of Big Brother Titans will be available on DStv Mega, Bue, Premium, Compact Plus/Grande +, Compact/Grande/Confam, Family/Familia, Access/Facil/Yanga packages.

The Big Brother Titians pop-up channel 198 will broadcast 24 hours a day, with Mzansi Magic channel 161. The channel will broadcast the season Premiere, daily shows, highlights, housemate evictions, shower hour, Saturday party nights, and the finale.

                To watch Big Brother Titans, you have to be a DStv customer with an active subscription. If you are not currently a DStv subscriber, please visit the DStv website or contact your nearest MultiChoice office or branch to subscribe.

Big Brother Titans will be available in all the markets MultiChoice services, excluding Angola

Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswatini.

No, the channel schedule is custom-made based on the regulatory requirements applicable in different territories.

Yes, it will be available on DStv Catch Up for enjoyment at your leisure.

• How can I plan my viewing?
• Your decoder has an 8-day TV Guide (press TV GUIDE) and extensive search options (press SEARCH), including Movies A-Z, Live Sport and even a word search.
• On your decoder, go to channel 100 to watch a video loop of this month’s highlights.
• If you are using a DStv Explora, press the CATCH-UP button and you’ll see recommendations and information on new shows, returning shows and what’s hot at the moment.
• Visit our website for news, recommendations and more.
• Our DStv Now app also has a TV Guide and search options making it easy for you to find something to watch.
• Why is the Big Brother Titans house in South Africa and not Nigeria?

The decision to place the Big Brother Titans' house in South Africa was purely from a logistical perspective. We continue to film television series and local productions across all our markets and, Big Brother Titans may be filmed in other locations in the future.

Reputation Management key messages – internal use only

Reputation Management FAQ’s

Auditions and Casting:

Entries received were screened for eligibility and suitability following which successful applications were screened further. The final shortlist was selected with one-on-one screenings where our standard psych evaluations and interviews were conducted in a controlled and sanitized environment where social distancing was observed.

We are a proudly African company and represent the African continent in all its diversity, through our presence across the region. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of varied nationalities, traditions, cultures and religions from across the continent and beyond.

This is demonstrated through our multinational staff complement, our multicultural supply chain, as well as the local and international content that we showcase on the DStv platform.

Moral concerns:

How is MultiChoice being morally responsible to viewers regarding this show?

MultiChoice offers a variety of entertainment options, and our platforms are tailored for diverse audiences. Our viewers are of many cultures, languages, religious interests, and age groups.

Content is at the core of what we do and offering choice is inherent in our brand promise.

We understand customer preferences and put the power in the hands of our customers by enabling them to take control of their viewing tailored to their needs. More importantly, all of our shows will have the apt age restrictions and clear content-classification according to the Film and Publication Board requirements.

Housemates undergo a variety of assessments with medical professionals before entering the Big Brother house.

 

We put the power in the hands of our customers by enabling them take control of their own viewing. DStv viewers can easily avoid unwanted content by simply activating the relevant parental control functions to block selected shows or the channels in its entirety.

Our DStv offering also includes nearly 200 other channels to choose from, offering a good mix of local and international content across all genres including general entertainment, sports, kids, religious, novellas, documentaries, news, and lifestyle.

MultiChoice broadcasts a variety of content that caters for diverse audiences across 50 countries on the continent. Our viewers are of many cultures, languages, religious interests and age groups. We always try to balance content demands with respect for different cultures and values.

The channel seeks to explore controversial social issues and to provoke debate on these issues. MultiChoice Africa is not involved in the creation or packaging of this channel and the views expressed do not reflect the social, religious, or political opinions of MultiChoice Africa or its employees.

Ultimately, the decision to view this channel is completely in the hands of our customers. We offer technology which enables them to take control of their viewing and tailor DStv to their needs:

• The interactive TV schedules available online and via the electronic programming guide (EPG) on the DStv decoder enable our customers to get up-to-date programming information with a synopsis and age rating given to each programme (e.g., PG13) as well as the relevant content guidelines (SNVL: Sex, Nudity, Violence, Language notifications).
• Customers have the power to limit or block the viewing of unwanted content by activating the parental control function and channel blocking capabilities on their DStv Explora or DStv Now.
• How does the parental control function work?

MultiChoice follows an internationally recognised standard for age-restricted ratings on programming.   All channels on the DStv are rated and guides viewers accordingly through an age restriction, e.g., PG 13, 16, 18 as well as the relevant content guidelines (SNVL: Sex, Nudity, Violence, Language notifications).

The DStv decoder has the ability to block out different levels of content according to their PG rating, enabling parents to physically control what their children see and what they don’t see.  The process is as follows:

• On your DStv remote control for the Explora decoder, press the DStv Button to open SETTINGS
• Scroll to Parental Control and press it.
• A password box appears. Enter the default PIN 1234. If, however, you are already using another 4-digit PIN on your DStv Explora, then input it.
• Follow the easy step-by-step instructions to apply the blocking level of your choice.
• Selecting Family or PG13 will block an event rated 16 and above. Select Accept these settings. Press `Exit’ to go back to normal viewing.
• How can I block the channel?
• Follow steps 1 – 4 above.
• In order to block an entire channel, select Parental Control and then the ‘Global Blocking’ option.
• Select the channel you wish to block.

Code of Conduct:

All threatening and violent behaviour, or evidence of non-consensual sexual advances will be immediately raised to the Clinical Psychologist, Executive Producer, Series Producer and Mzansi Magic/MultiChoice Consultant.

The matter(s) will be escalated dependant on the severity and the correct authorities will be included.

Examples of potentially unacceptable behaviour are detailed for the Housemates in the ‘”Big Brother” agreement, and include:

• Any romantic or sexual advances by them which are not desired or returned by the subject, for example if the subject is too heavily under the influence of alcohol to consent.
• Bullying or aggressive behaviour or language towards other Housemate or production staff.
• Any assault (meaning any non-consensual touching) on any Housemate or production staff.
• Any use of racist or homophobic language, especially if directed towards other housemates.
• Any consumption of illegal or non-prescribed drugs, including steroids and legal highs.
• Any sexual behaviour in any part of the Big Brother house, which in the opinion of the producers is distressing to other housemates e.g. masturbation.
• Any other behaviour deemed inappropriate in the circumstances by the producers.
• In the event the Clinical Psychologist has reasonable cause to suspect drug use, the contestant involved must be submitted to a drug test.

Any such behaviour may result in removal of the contestant(s) involved from the Big Brother house. Producers will be prepared to act robustly.

Production has control of activities that happen in the house as cameras are monitored 24/7. Housemates also adhere to strict House Rules whilst participating on the show.

Duty-of-care:

 

Housemates are offered, at any given time, access to professional medical and psychological care.

Voting

Q:  How do I vote for my favourite housemate on Big Brother Titans?

A:  You may vote by visiting the Mobile site, Website, and the MyDStv App only.

• Website / Mobile site - You may vote for your favourite housemate via the Mzansi Magic website or mobile site on mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother
• MyDStv App - You may vote for your favourite housemate via the MyDStv App if you are an active subscriber in South Africa with eligible rewards levels only.

Q:  When will voting open and close?

A: Voting will open every Monday night after the nomination show at 20:00 (CAT) and will close on Thursdays at 22:00 (CAT).

Q: Will voting be available to all markets?

A: Unfortunately, not. Voting will be available to all markets excluding Angola, Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswathini.

Q: How many times can I vote on each platform?

A: One can vote 100 times on Mobile site and Website. If you are a DStv subscriber customer in South Africa with eligible rewards levels and have the MyDStv App, you can vote based on your rewards level, below are eligible rewards levels:

Rewards Level   MyDStv (Active subscribers only)

Premium Starter               250

Premium Rising Star        500

Premium Super Star        1000

Premium Legend              2000

Compact Plus Starter      250

Compact Plus Rising Star               500

Compact Plus Super Star               1000

Compact Plus Legend     2000

Compact Starter               250

Compact Rising Star        500

Compact Super Star         1000

Compact Legend              2000

Family Starter    250

Family Rising Star             500

Family Super Star             1000

Family Legend   2000

Access Starter    250

Access Rising Star             500

Access Super Star             1000

Access Legend   2000

EasyView Starter              250

Q: In which countries is tiered voting available in?

A: Tiered voting will be available in the below countries:

South Africa, Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Equatorial Guinea, Gambia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Cote D'Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Sao Tome & Principe, Senegal, Togo, Burundi, Rwanda, Djibouti, Eritrea, Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan and Mauritius.

Q: Can I vote on MyDStv App if my subscription has been deactivated?

A: No, you must activate your subscription and be on an eligible rewards level to be able to receive additional votes to vote for your favourite housemate(s).  

Q: I have more than one package with DStv, can I vote with all of my packages?

A: If you have a single mobile number which is linked to multiple packages, then the highest available package is the one you will be able to vote with i.e. if you have both Compact and Premium packages, the highest package available is Premium, therefore the Premium package will be assigned votes to.  

Q: I have registered on the website, mobile site or MyDStv App, but I haven’t received an OTP SMS, what can I do?

A:  If you are not receiving OTP messages, your phone number could be on DND (Do Not Disturb) list, which means you will no longer receive notifications from any of our services that send out notification SMSs using third-party SMS services. You will need to unsubscribe from the DND by contacting your telecommunication provider.

Q: How many times can I vote for one housemate?

A: One can vote 100 times on Mobile site and Website. If you are an active DStv subscriber with an eligible rewards level and have the MyDStv App, you can vote based on your rewards level.

Q: Can I vote for multiple housemates?

A: You can vote for anyone you like each week and are allowed to use your votes per platform per week as you wish.  You can vote for multiple housemates using your allotted votes during each cycle.

Q: Which platforms are free?

A: Voting is free (Data costs apply) on the website, mobile site and on the My DStv App.

Q: Will I get a notification when my vote has been received?

A: On the website, mobile site and on the My DStv App, you will see a little countdown from 100 to one which indicates that your vote has been received.

Q: How do you ensure that voting is fair?

A: All voting is verified by the auditing firm Deloitte. Please also have a look at the Terms and Conditions for voting, as published on mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother

Q: Will all votes on all platforms be eligible for winning the viewer’s prizes?

A: Only active DStv customers who are Rewards Members subscribers can stand a chance to win the viewer's prizes. These are to be communicated during the show. Please visit mzansimagic.tv/bigbrother for all the details.

How to vote via the MyDStv (DStv subscribers with eligible rewards levels only):

• Get additional votes with the MyDStv App.
• **Additional votes are awarded based on your rewards level
• Download the MyDStv App from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
• Log into the app by entering your email or mobile number and password.
• Once you’ve logged into your MyDStv app, look for the “Rewards” menu item on the bottom menu
• Select your available Rewards and click on the Big Brother Mzansi Card
• You must be an active MyDStv subscriber on one of the eligible rewards levels to receive your additional votes
• Click on “Vote Now” and follow the instructions to cast your vote.

Registering on the MyDStv (DStv subscribers with eligible rewards levels only):

• You can register to vote by clicking on the “Rewards” menu item on the bottom menu
• Select your available Rewards and click on the Big Brother Mzansi Card
• Click on Register and enter your name, surname, year of birth, gender, location, and cell phone number in the international format e.g., +234731234567, confirm your smartcard number and your preferred password.
• You will receive an OTP (One Time Pin) via SMS.
• Enter your OTP.
• Once registered, you will be able to vote.
• MyDStv App votes are free.
• Data costs apply.

Voting on the MyDStv App if you’re a registered voter (DStv subscribers with eligible packages only):

• You may vote for your favourite housemate by clicking on the “Rewards” menu item on the bottom menu
• Select your available Rewards and click on the Big Brother Mzansi Card
• Confirm your customer number and enter your cell phone number in the international format e.g., +234731234567.
• Enter your chosen password.
• Select your favourite housemate.
• Enter your number of votes and cast your vote by clicking VOTE.
• MyDStv app votes are allocated based on your Rewards levels (active DStv subscribers in South Africa with eligible Rewards levels only) **
• MyDStv App votes are free.
• Data costs apply.

Media Holding Statement: Big Brother Titans not available in Angola, Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswathini.

The Big Brother Titans will be launching on DStv and GOtv on 15 January 2023 across multiple countries, unfortunately the much-anticipated show will not be available to our customers in Angola, Mozambique, Lesotho and Eswathini. However, the above-mentioned markets will be able to catch all the action by streaming the show on Showmax, but will not be able to vote.