Nearly 17 million pay TV subscribers will be added between 2020-2026, being Nigeria the largest single country with 11 million subscribers, followed by South Africa with 9 million, according to Digital TV Research.
From the 10 million additions, South Africa will supply 3 million to take its total to 4.3 million, and Nigeria will add 2.1 million to total 2.73 million, according to Digital TV Research.
The eight nominees span six countries: Brazil, Nigeria, Qatar, Russia, Sweden and the United Kingdom. The winners will be recognized alongside their American news peers during an online ceremony on September 21.
Abudu plans to create two Netflix Original series, along with multiple Netflix branded films and a series that have been licensed, one of which will premier this year. Further details will be shared at a later date.
There are 28 nominees in 7 categories from 15 countries and for the first time, kids programs from India and Nigeria were nominated. Winners will receive their award in Cannes, France on Tuesday March 31, 2020.