DISCOP Johannesburg Gearing Up to Host 2,000-Plus Attendees

JOHANNESBURG: The organizers of DISCOP Johannesburg have reported a 15 percent year-to-year increase in the number of pre-registered delegates at its upcoming event, which kicks off on Wednesday.

More than 2,000 buyers, sellers and producers of film and TV content are expected at the Sandton Convention Centre. The event’s expanded floor plan is set to also welcome around 250-plus global and regional sellers of feature films, TV content, adaptation rights and packaged channels. The 2017 edition will honor the U.S. as its “Guest Country” and is expected to welcome 500-plus acquisition, programming and commissioning executives representing Sub-Saharan Africa’s key broadcasters and content distribution platforms.

“Over 10,000 hours of prime programming at affordable prices will be offered across a floor plan that is now 100 percent sold out,” confirmed Patrick Zuchowicki, founder of the DISCOP markets. “DISCOP Johannesburg is praised for the diverse, high-quality programming showcased, all suited to Africa’s multicultural audiences who are fast embracing digital entertainment, binge-watching and social media, and we’re expecting this to be another hugely successful edition for all participants.”