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France's Canal+ has acquired the Nigerian film and television studio ROK, a leader in Nollywood content.

Motorsport Network has set up a joint venture with Triangle Media to expand its presence across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Per a new content licensing agreement, a range of programs from the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) catalog is set to become available to SPI International/FilmBox subscribers in the Middle East.

TAC Studios has revealed four new series being co-produced across Africa, including the drama The Yard.

Israeli pubcaster KAN has commissioned a second season of the scripted comedy Checkout! from July August Productions, a Red Arrow Studios company.

Turner EMEA has promoted Pierre Branco to the role of senior VP and general manager of Northern Europe and MENAT, expanding his remit to include oversight of the company’s business in the Middle East, Northern Africa, Turkey and Cyprus.

MBC Group is planning to launch a new entertainment channel geared toward Iraqi families next month.

SVOD revenues in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are expected to triple between 2018 and 2024 to reach $2.1 billion, according to Digital TV Research.

Pay-TV revenues in the Middle East and North Africa are on the decline following the Saudi-led ban on Qatar-based beIN Media Group, rampant piracy and falling ARPUs, according to Digital TV Research.

SPI International’s FilmBox Live app is now available via Ooredoo Oman’s TV set-top box service.