AvihtTV TV, part of the ATN (AvihtTV Network), is a leading East African streaming platform delivering live news, entertainment, sports, and on-demand content to millions across Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and beyond. Launched in 2020, ATN connects viewers with premium local and international programming through innovative apps, websites, and smart TV integrations, fostering community and cultural exchange in the digital age.
Our Mission and Vision
ATN empowers East Africans with accessible, high-quality media that informs, entertains, and unites. Mission: “Stream the heartbeat of Africa—live, local, limitless.” Vision: Become the top digital broadcaster in Africa by 2030, reaching 20 million users with 99.9% uptime and 4K/HDR content. Core values include inclusivity, innovation, integrity, and community focus, prioritizing underrepresented voices in Kinyarwanda, Swahili, English, and Luganda.
Company History and Milestones
- Founding (2020): Started as a Rwanda-based IPTV service amid COVID lockdowns, broadcasting local news to 50K users.
- 2022 Expansion: Launched apps for Android TV/Samsung, hit 1M users, partnered with MTN for mobile streaming.
- 2024 Growth: Added Uganda/Kenya servers, live sports rights (Rwanda Premier League), 5M monthly actives.
- 2025 Achievements: 4K upgrades, ad platform launch, accessibility certifications; reelected as top streaming service in East Africa surveys.
Backed by local investors and tech accelerators; HQ in Kigali with 150+ employees
Leadership Team
| Role | Name | Background |
|---|---|---|
| CEO & Founder | Paul Kakumba | Media entrepreneur, ex-RTNB director, Council member. |
| CTO | Aisha Mwangi | 15+ years in streaming, former Google Cloud engineer (Nairobi). |
| CCO (Content) | Bosco Mugisha | Award-winning producer, 20 years in East African TV/film. |
| CMO | Fatima Ali | Digital marketing expert, grew MTN Uganda campaigns 300%. |
| CSO (Sustainability) | Dr. Elias Nkusi | Accessibility advocate, Rwanda NDPC advisor. |
Advisory board includes telecom execs and media regulators.africa2trust
Our Content and Channels
Curated for diversity:
- Live News: 24/7 Rwanda/Uganda/Kenya feeds, global headlines.
- Entertainment: Nollywood/Kenyan series, reality shows.
- Sports: Football (AFCON qualifiers), basketball, athletics.
- On-Demand: 10K+ hours, kids/family zones, originals like “ATN Voices.”
- Exclusives: Election coverage, cultural festivals.
Partnerships: BBC Africa, Al Jazeera, local stations; 85% African content.
Technology and Infrastructure
Powered by cutting-edge stack:
- Streaming: Adaptive bitrate (ABR) up to 4K/60fps, low-latency HLS/DASH.
- CDN: Hybrid Cloudflare/AWS Africa edge nodes for <2s starts.
- AI Features: Smart recommendations, auto-captions (95% accuracy).
- Security: DRM (Widevine/PlayReady), end-to-end encryption.
Servers in Kigali, Lagos, Cape Town; 99.99% uptime SLA.
Coverage and User Stats
- Reach: 12M+ registered, 7M monthly actives (70% mobile/TV).
- Demographics: 55% 18-34, 60% urban, balanced gender.
- Peak Metrics: 2M concurrent viewers (e.g., AFCON finals).
Rwanda: 40% market share; expanding to Tanzania/Ethiopia.
Corporate Responsibility
- Accessibility: WCAG AA compliant, free features for disabilities.
- Sustainability: Carbon-neutral ops, e-waste recycling.
- Community: Scholarships for 100+ media students yearly; free access in schools.
- Diversity: 65% female staff, local hiring mandates.
Donations to Rwanda Red Cross, anti-disinfo campaigns.
Careers and Opportunities
Join ATN: Open roles in engineering, content, sales (avithtv.com/careers). Remote-friendly; competitive salaries + equity. Internships for university students.avithtv
Awards and Recognition
- “Best Streaming Platform” (Digital Awards 2025).
- “Innovation in Media” (East Africa Tech Summit 2024).
- ISO 27001 certified for security.
Contact and Follow Us
Learn more: about. avithtv.com. Social: @AvithTV (X/FB/IG). Media kit/press: press@avithtv.com. Thank you for being part of the ATN family—we stream forward together!