Marc Jury, the CEO of MultiChoice South Africa and Showmax, has announced his resignation, marking the end of his 10-year journey with the company. Jury will officially leave his position in March 2025 to explore new opportunities in the sports business, an industry close to his heart.
In a letter to employees, MultiChoice Group CEO Calvo Mawela praised Jury’s contributions, stating, “While we are sad to see him go, we are immensely proud of the legacy he leaves behind and are grateful for his impact on the business.”
Jury has been with MultiChoice for a decade, most recently serving as CEO of MultiChoice South Africa since 2023 and previously leading SuperSport from 2020 to 2023.
Byron du Plessis, currently the group deputy chief financial officer, will take over as CEO of MultiChoice South Africa starting December 1, 2024. Jury will remain with the company for four months to ensure a seamless leadership transition.
Du Plessis, who has spent 13 years at MultiChoice, has played a key role in strategic partnerships and initiatives, including the Canal+ bid to acquire MultiChoice. As CEO, he will focus on driving growth, enhancing execution, and fostering a strong, winning culture for the South African market.
“Byron brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in strategic initiatives. He is well-positioned to lead MultiChoice South Africa into the future,” Mawela said.
Jury’s resignation coincides with a challenging period for MultiChoice. The company recently described the current operating environment as “the most difficult in its history.”
As the leadership transition unfolds, MultiChoice will rely on Du Plessis to steer the South African business through these obstacles while maintaining its focus on delivering quality entertainment and growth.