Poker Channel for South Africa
May 28, 2010
South African’s have been witness to a number of ads on both TV and radio for numerous online casinos for the past year or so and will soon be seeing some poker action as the World Series of Poker makes its first stop in the country. It was also recently announced that The Poker Channel will be getting in on the action as it expands into South Africa in June 2010.
The Poker Channel which was launched in 2005 is one of Europe’s oldest and most popular gaming networks boasting over 20 million subscribers and looks set to be a hit here too. The network will be telecast through digital satellite and will be made available to over two million South Africans who will have front row seats to the top poker tournaments in Europe and the United States on a daily basis.
The networks Commercial Director, Chris White, believes that their steps into South America and Africa are a tremendous milestone for the channel and that it is an indication of the fact that like online casinos, poker continues to grow in popularity across the globe. He added that the company was working with the best local television companies and poker rooms in the region to televise top tournaments, help viewers improve their game and choose where to play.
So for all poker fans, make sure you look out for The Poker Channel, it is sure to be a treat! For more online casino news, click here.




