Where and How to Watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony and the Rest of the Games in South Africa
The 2024 Paris Olympics are set to captivate the world with an extraordinary opening ceremony along the Seine River and widespread accessibility through various broadcasters.
A Grand Opening Ceremony
The 2024 Paris Olympics promise to be the biggest sporting event of the year. The opening ceremony, spanning over three hours, will make history as the first ever held outside a stadium. Athletes from around the globe will march along the Seine River on 160 boats, proudly waving their countries’ flags.
Some sports, including soccer, archery, rugby, and handball, will kick off their competitions before the grand ceremony. This year, many world champions will also return to defend their titles. For those eager to follow the games from start to finish, here’s a comprehensive guide on where and how to watch the Olympics in South Africa and beyond.
Where to Watch the Olympics in Southern Africa
SuperSport
SuperSport, a major provider of sporting content across Sub-Saharan Africa, will offer extensive coverage of the Paris 2024 Olympics. South African viewers, along with those in Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and other Southern African nations, can enjoy round-the-clock Olympic action on SuperSport.
South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
The SABC, having secured free-to-air media rights from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), will broadcast live events and offer streaming options on their websites and apps. South Africans can look forward to catching every thrilling moment of the games through these accessible platforms.
Watching the Olympics in North Africa
BeIN Sports
For viewers in North Africa, BeIN Sports will provide comprehensive coverage of the Olympics. Serving countries like Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco, BeIN Sports ensures fans in these regions won’t miss any key moments of the games.
Olympic Coverage in East Africa
SuperSport and Local Broadcasters
Similar to Southern Africa, SuperSport will broadcast the Olympics in East Africa. Additionally, local broadcasters such as Kenya’s KBC will bring the games to screens across the region, ensuring widespread access to all the Olympic excitement.
Watching the Olympics in the U.K., U.S., and Beyond
Europe
Eurosport will broadcast the Olympics across Europe, with some countries offering free-to-air coverage. In the U.K., the BBC will deliver comprehensive Olympic coverage, making it easy for fans to follow every event.
United States
NBC will cover the Olympics extensively in the U.S., providing primetime broadcasts and streaming services that include all 329 medal events. NBC’s platform will also feature full-event replays, curated video clips, and an interactive schedule to enhance the viewing experience.
Don’t Miss a Moment
With these multiple viewing options available, the 2024 Paris Olympics will be accessible to audiences worldwide. Tune in to catch all the action and cheer for the African stars as they strive for Olympic glory this year.