How to schedule different television series formats?

The length of series episodes varies greatly but meets programming requirements linked to the changing needs of television channels over time. 90-MINUTE FORMAT: this format is intended for prime time programming. It consists of either single-episode dramas (TV movies) or mini-series (2 to 4 episodes of 90 minutes). There are...

Interview with Cheick Yvhane, Director of Programs at NCI

At the end of 2016, we asked you about your channel project, and you described your channel as follows: "The main idea is to contribute to educating the population, strengthening democracy, and promoting Ivorian cultural diversity and multisectoral wealth." " Ten months after the channel's launch, what is your initial assessment...

Marodi TV produces a new series for teenagers

Following the hit series "Maitresse d'un homme marié" (Mistress of a Married Man), which drew criticism from conservatives in Senegal, and "Virus," directly inspired by the global health crisis, Senegalese production company Marodi TV has announced the launch of a new series: "Virginie." This time, the new drama will be...

TRACE acquires Okuhle Media

The TRACE group has announced the acquisition of Okuhle Media, a major player in audiovisual production in Africa. Since 2013, Okuhle Media, led by Barbara Bellini, has been producing and licensing programs and formats for television channels and streaming platforms in Africa and around the world. During the health crisis,...

BATTLEGROUND ON NCI starting SEPTEMBER 9!

As we mentioned last week, BATTLEGROUND, the epic Nigerian saga, previously unseen in French, was scheduled to air in September on NCI. Read also: Fall 2020: BATTLEGROUND coming soon to NCI!The series, which was one of the biggest audience hits in Nigeria, will finally begin airing on Wednesday, September 9....

"Le Parlement du Rire en Vacances" coming soon to CANAL+

Despite the unusual circumstances surrounding the health crisis and closed borders, Gondwana City Productions, the Ivorian company created by comedian Mamane, is currently preparing eight special episodes of "Le Parlement du Rire en Vacances" (The Parliament of Laughter on Vacation). Through this new program, conceived and produced by Mamane as...

Back to school 2020: BATTLEGROUND coming soon to NCI!

NCI, the new Ivorian channel launched at the end of 2019, is gradually unveiling its fall schedule. To strengthen its prime time and daytime programming, NCI has announced the acquisition of BATTLEGROUND , the epic family saga directed by FEMI ODUGBEMI. This series, with its impressive cast, was one of...