MMA is expanding, and Professional Fighters League (PFL) is leading this movement globally.

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After the success of its editions in the United States and Europe, the organization officially launched the PFL Africa — the African division of the league that promises to reveal great talent and put the continent at the center of the global MMA scene.

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But after all, what is the PFL Africa, how does it work, and what makes it different from the UFC? We'll explain everything in this article.

The Professional Fighters League (PFL)

The PFL is one of the largest MMA leagues in the world, known for its unique format: a system of regular season, playoffs and finals — like in traditional American sports. Unlike the UFC, which promotes individual fights and defines champions based on rankings and commercial decisions, the PFL has a structure 100% sports, with scoring, ranking and million-dollar prizes.

What is PFL Africa?

A PFL Africa is the official division of the PFL focused exclusively on the African continent. It was created with the following objectives:

  • Discovering and promoting African talent of MMA

  • Organize local events with global production standards

  • Giving international visibility to regional athletes

  • Serve as a gateway to the main cards of the global PFL

The first PFL Africa event takes place in GrandWest Arena, Cape Town, South Africa, with live broadcast and an estimated audience of millions of viewers. The intention is to carry out frequent events in different African countries, creating a solid base of fans and athletes.

What is the difference between PFL Africa and UFC?

While both promote high-level MMA events, there are important differences:

UFC PFL Africa (PFL)
Fights are scheduled without a season system Format with season, points and playoffs
Champions defined by direct dispute Champions defined at the end of the season
US-Centralized Organization Expansion with permanent regional franchises
No official geographical division PFL Africa, PFL Europe, PFL MENA, etc.

Furthermore, the PFL is the only MMA organization with a structure similar to leagues like the NFL or NBA, giving fighters more predictability and opportunities.

Why does this matter for the future of MMA?

The creation of PFL Africa represents:

  • Greater international inclusion in sport, with African athletes gaining global prominence

  • High-level technical events and professional production, with North American standard

  • Innovation in format, promoting meritocracy through points, victories and playoffs

  • African audience engagement, who can now cheer for local representatives on a large scale

Official PFL Africa Watch App: DStv Stream

If you are in a Southern African country (such as South Africa, Namibia, Nigeria, Angola, Mozambique, Ghana, Zambia, Uganda, among others), the the only official app to watch the PFL Africa event live and the DStv Stream (formerly known as DStv Now).

This app is offered by Multichoice, the company responsible for the channels SuperSport, which hold the broadcast rights for MMA on the continent.

🔍 What is DStv Stream?

O DStv Stream is the official app for DStv subscribers. It allows you to watch your subscription channels directly from your phone, tablet, computer, or Smart TV. no additional cost, as long as you already have an active account with the service.

📺 What can you watch on DStv Stream?

✅ Channel SuperSport MMA or SuperSport Action
✅ PFL Africa Live Streams, including the main and preliminary card
✅ Original narration (in English)
✅ Other sporting events: UFC, boxing, football, NBA, F1, tennis, among others
✅ On-demand access to reruns and highlights

📲 How to download the DStv Stream app?

You can download the official app directly from the stores:

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🛠️ How to use the app to watch PFL Africa:

  1. Download DStv Stream on your device (Android or iOS)

  2. Open the app and log in with your DStv account (linked to your pay TV subscription)

  3. Go to the channel SuperSport MMA or SuperSport Action

  4. At the event time, click “Watch Live”

  5. Ready! PFL Africa broadcast will begin in HD quality

✅ Advantages of using the DStv Stream app

  • Legal and reliable access, with guaranteed quality

  • No external ads or pop-ups

  • Works with Wi-Fi and mobile data

  • Can stream to Smart TV via Chromecast or AirPlay

  • Easy to navigate English interface

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