The sports rights market has undergone a dramatic transformation worldwide and in Africa in just four or five years. This change has been marked by the disappearance or weakening of certain long-standing players, the emergence of newcomers—notably digital giants—and a profound technological revolution that is redefining the broadcasting and consumption...
CANAL+'s African offensive between pay TV and high-speed Internet
During the presentation of its results for 2024, the CANAL+ group provided an update on its activities in Africa. Since the CANAL+ group was listed on the London Stock Exchange, the number of subscribers specifically in Africa is no longer published. The group has announced a total number of subscribers...
TikTok: battle for influence between Ivorian and Senegalese channels
TikTok has become an essential playground for African media. The channels of the two heavyweights of West African audiovisual media, Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal, are engaged in a long-distance battle for influence to attract young people, whether they are based in Africa or in the diaspora. Ivory Coast: Life TV...
The SICA 2025 Pitch Awards
The Abidjan International Audiovisual Content Exhibition (SICA) 2025, held from June 26 to 28 at the Sofitel Hotel Ivoire, confirmed its ambition to position Côte d'Ivoire as a true hub for African audiovisual content. The closing ceremony was held on Friday, June 27, 2025, in the presence of several dignitaries,...
TV5MONDE Afrique: change in channel numbering on the CANAL+ package
Starting Monday, July 7, CANAL+ subscribers in Africa will be able to watch their favorite TV5MONDE programs on channel 213. The CANAL+ Group has decided to change the numbering of its channel package in sub-Saharan Africa starting Monday, July 7, 2025. In this context, TV5MONDE will now be...