Jakob Mejlhede Andersen, former Viaplay Group and Shahid chief content officer, has launched new production and development company The Yard Films, based out of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
SPI’s Dizi launches in Mozambique
SPI/FilmBox and Moçambique Telecom SA (Tmcel) have signed a distribution agreement that allows the latter’s subscribers in Mozambique to access Dizi via Yabadoo, one of Africa’s leading live TV streaming […]
MBC Group joins anti-piracy ACE
MBC Group, the largest and leading media company in the MENA region, has joined the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE).
Gametoon expands to Ethiopia
SPI’s gaming and esports channel Gametoon is now available in the Desta package in Ethiopia.
SPI’s Dizi and Gametoon expand in Middle East
SPI/FilmBox and evision, the media & entertainment division of e& life, have extended their distribution agreement to include Gametoon and Dizi channels in MENA.
Gulf states warn Netflix
Netflix has been told by Gulf Arab states to remove content deemed to be offensive to “Islamic and societal values” in the region.
Arabic SVOD subs to reach 22m
The number of paying SVOD subscriptions, for TV episodes and movies only, across 13 Arabic countries will reach 21.52 million by 2027.
Boxxer and MBC Group ink MENA deal
Boxxer, the UK’s next-generation boxing promotion, has signed a new media rights partnership with MBC Group to bring its live programming to 25 territories in the MENA region.
SPI/FilmBox expands in MENA region
SPI/FilmBox has furthered the MENA expansion of its drama hub Dizi with Digital Virgo, integrating into DV Content, a catalogue of digital services designed for mobile operators.
OSN Group relaunches branded channels
UAE-based OSN Group has rebranded its exclusive 18 channels offering with nine new and revamped services.