SuperSport Secures 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Rights
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Canal+ to Provide Extensive Coverage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Following MultiChoice Acquisition
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Key Takeaways
- Canal+ will broadcast the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of nations Morocco 2025, leveraging its recent acquisition of MultiChoice Group (owner of SuperSport).
- The acquisition, valued at 35 billion rand (US$2.02 billion), was finalized in September 2025, according to Sportspro.
- SuperSport secured rights to broadcast both the 2025 tournament and the previous edition of the competition.
- Both CAF and Canal+ executives expressed enthusiasm for the expanded coverage and accessibility of the tournament.
Expanded Coverage for the Morocco 2025 Tournament
French media giant canal+ is set to deliver comprehensive coverage of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, following its acquisition of MultiChoice Group, the parent company of SuperSport. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Morocco between December 18th and January 18th.
This commitment to broadcasting the prestigious African football event comes after SuperSport secured the rights to air both the upcoming 2025 tournament and the previous edition. The acquisition of MultiChoice by Canal+ for 35 billion rand (approximately US$2.02 billion as of November 9, 2023) has already begun to yield benefits for viewers, according to company officials.
Statements from Key Leaders
David Mignot, Canal+ Africa chief executive, highlighted the synergy created by the merger. He stated, according to Sportspro, “Our newly formed merger with the MultiChoice Group has already unlocked opportunities and benefits for our customers. The TotalEnergies CAF Africa cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is a great demonstration of this ambition-bringing together our expertise to offer unprecedented coverage and bring fans closer to the game.”
Patrice Motsepe, CAF president, emphasized the tournament’s reach and importance. He added, as reported by Sportspro, “This is an crucial day for CAF and for African football. Millions of people will watch the matches on TV, celebrating the best that African football has to offer.”
Background: The MultiChoice-Canal+ Deal
The acquisition of MultiChoice by Canal+ represents a important shift in the African media landscape. The deal, approved in September 2025, consolidates the power of two major players in the region’s broadcasting industry. MultiChoice, through SuperSport, has long been a dominant force in sports broadcasting rights across Africa. Canal+’s investment signals a long-term commitment to expanding its presence and offerings on the continent.
The acquisition is expected to lead to increased investment in local content production and improved broadcasting infrastructure, ultimately benefiting African viewers. Further details regarding specific programming plans for the Africa Cup of Nations will likely be announced closer to the tournament date.
