Canal+ Afrique, the long-standing broadcaster of Ligue 1 in French-speaking sub-Saharan Africa, has signed a new broadcasting contract with the LFP for the next five seasons, until 2029. In France, CANAL+ holds the broadcasting rights for Champions League and Europa League matches but did not respond to the Ligue 1...
Fausseni Dembele, Director General of RTI, relieved of his duties
Fausseni Dembélé, Director General of Radiodiffusion Télévision Ivoirienne (RTI) since 2019, was relieved of his duties by the Head of State following the Council of Ministers meeting on July 10. Jean Martial Adou, the current chief of staff to the Minister of Communication, has been appointed acting Director General pending...
73.7% of Ivorians get their news from the internet and digital media.
The survey conducted by the National Press Authority (ANP) with the support of the Media Support and Development Agency (ASDM) in Côte d'Ivoire on the question of "How do Ivorians get their information? " shows that the internet, digital media, and television are almost equally popular sources of information for...
“How do Ivorians get their news?”: NCI beats RTI 1 among 18-35 year olds
Ali Diarassouba, head of news at Nouvelle Chaîne Ivoirienne (NCI), must be rubbing his hands with glee: the results of the survey initiated by the National Press Authority (ANP) with financial support from the Media Support and Development Agency (ASDM) in Côte d'Ivoire on the question of "How do Ivorians...
Life TV celebrates its 4th anniversary
Launched just four years ago by Fabrice Sawegnon, Life TV has carved out a niche for itself in the Ivorian audiovisual landscape. From the outset, the channel has made its mark in the competitive landscape thanks to a modern and sophisticated marketing approach that highlights its presenters, journalists, and everyone...
Who wants "GOLDEN FREQUENCIES" in AFSS?
Under pressure from international organizations, African countries committed in 2015 to phasing out analog television broadcasting and replacing it with digital terrestrial television (DTT). The main reason for the migration to DTT was to free up frequencies for telecom operators. Other expected benefits included improved image quality (compared to...
Christophe Tardieu appointed interim president of TV5 Monde
Following the resignation of outgoing President Yves Bigot, whose term ended on June 30, the TV5 Monde Board of Directors has appointed Christophe Tardieu, currently Secretary General of France Télévisions, to serve as interim head of TV5 Monde pending the completion of the process to appoint a new President. From...
Clap Ivoire: call for films to support young Beninese filmmakers
As part of Benin's participation in the Clap Ivoire International Short Film Festival, the Benin Arts and Culture Development Agency (ADAC) is launching a call for films aimed at young Beninese filmmakers who will represent the country at the international stage, including the eight countries of the West African Economic...
CAN 2025: See you on December 21, 2025
The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football announced, following the meeting held on June 21, the dates of the upcoming competitions to be held in Africa. The CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The dates...
TV5MONDEplus facilitates access to its content in the DRC with Orange DRC
Starting this Monday, June 24, 2024, Orange Democratic Republic of Congo will offer its subscribers "TV5MONDEplus" internet packages. These more generous dedicated packages will give Orange subscribers access to all content on the TV5Mondeplus VOD (Video On Demand) platform (films, series, documentaries, music, etc.). This partnership between TV5MONDE and Orange...