StarTimes' broadcasting rights include free-to-air coverage of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2015 in Nigeria.
"We are very excited to have secured these exclusive rights from FIFA to broadcast this prestigious competition," says Gary Rathbone, the head of sport for StarTimes.
"Football remains a very popular choice and continues to gain momentum both as a participatory and spectator experience across Africa. Millions of people will be watching this prestigious event and we hope that it will inspire young girls in Africa," says Gary Rathbone.
Coverage of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2015 will start on StarTimes Sports 2 (StarSat 241) on 6 June and will end with the final and closing ceremony on 5 July.
