2023 AFCON Broadcasting Shake-Up: SuperSports Loses Rights to New World TV šŗ š ā½
š SuperSports, owned by Multichoice, loses rights to air 2023 AFCON matches in major cities across CĆ“te d'Ivoire. Togo-based New World TV secures the rights with an impressive $80 million deal, dominating CAF's Free-to-Air and Pay-TV coverage till 2025.
š New World TV's breakthrough deal covers various CAF events, including men's and women's Champions League, AFCON, and more. CAF President Motsepe praises it as the largest investment by a Pan-African broadcaster in CAFās history.
š” AFCON live streaming alternatives surface, with StarTimes Kenya confirming plans and Qatari beIN Sports broadcasting in North Africa and the Gulf. Multichoice might seek a sub-license from New World TV, and Canal+ holds the PayTV French rights in Sub-Saharan Africa.
š” Stay tuned as the kickoff approaches for more broadcasters joining the lineup. CAF emphasizes efforts to ensure millions globally have access to Africa's premier football event. šā½ šŗāØ
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