Canal+ and Netflix extended their partnership for Francophone Africa

Canal+ and Netflix strengthen their historic partnership forged in 2019 for France and Poland by extending their strategic distribution agreement to Sub-Saharan Africa. Under this agreement, Canal+ will become the first operator to distribute Netflix as part of its offerings across 24 Sub-Saharan African countries, marking a new step in access to premium content for African subscribers. In July, Canal+ subscribers in French-speaking African countries will be able to access Netflix content via their subscription, for a streamlined user experience.

Pascale Chabert, Chief Content Acquisition Officer of Canal+ says: “A few years after our distribution agreement in France and Poland, I am delighted to extend our historic partnership with Netflix to Africa. Our millions of African subscribers will benefit from a unique offer, bringing together the best of Canal+ and Netflix content in a joint package. This new agreement demonstrates Canal+'s ability to extend its unique super-aggregation model beyond the European continent.”

Emma Lloyd, Vice President Partnerships EMEA at Netflix added: “We're thrilled about this extension of our partnership with Canal+ which will allow us to reach even more people across French speaking African countries.  It's a big win for entertainment fans and part of our ongoing mission to make the member experience even better”

Canal+ already offers an unrivalled line-up with over 400 live channels, including 28 produced for African audiences, and an enriched experience via the Canal+ Application and connected set-top boxes. This partnership will enrich the offer with Netflix’s iconic series like "Stranger Things," "La Casa de Papel," "Lupin," "Emily in Paris" and "Squid Game" alongside internationally successful African productions such as "Blood & Water," "Young Famous and African," "Unseen," "King of Boys," "Anikulapo," "Blood Sisters" and "Kings of Joburg."

This partnership marks an important milestone for both groups. This agreement, which is Netflix’s first in the region, will give entertainment fans more choice on how to access their favourite Netflix series and films. Netflix is relying on Canal+'s strength and extensive footprint on the African continent to roll out its service.  For Canal+, this partnership offers an opportunity to strengthen its position as the world's major content aggregator, by enabling its African subscribers to enjoy content from the world's leading platform.