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Following the unconditional R35 billion takeover, Canal+ appoints David Mignot as CEO, Nicolas Dandoy as CFO, Maxime Saada becomes Chair, and Calvo Mawela takes role of Chair of Canal+ Africa.

The ZAR125-per-share takeover offer was jointly announced by Canal+ SA (LSE: CAN) and MultiChoice Group on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s Stock Exchange News Service, marking a key regulatory milestone ahead of the 8 October 2025 long-stop date.

South African production company The TVSMITHS has picked up three of their formats for local adaptation: hilarious dating format "Queens of Love", studio-based challenge show "Double or Nothing", and surprise-filled dating show "Guys in Disguise".

For the third year, the Canada Media Fund and the National Film and Video Foundation will offer incentive for the codevelopment of television projects between both countries.