SuperSport, a media outlet under MultiChoice, will broadcast all 52 matches of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 (AFCON) live, following the parent company’s agreement with New World TV (NWTV) for broadcasting rights. The tournament is scheduled from January 13 to February 11, 2024. The deal was part of extensive global broadcast agreements by the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) with TV-Broadcasting Rights Holders worldwide.
SuperSport CEO, Rendani Ramovha, expressed excitement about showcasing the best of African football live to viewers on DStv and GOtv across Africa. NWTV’s Managing Director, Mr Nimonka KOLANI, highlighted the importance of bringing happiness to African football fans during the prestigious competition.
Apart from SuperSport, global TV-broadcast partners include Sky (UK), BBC, LaLiga+ (Spain), SportItalia (Italy), Sport Digital (Germany & Switzerland), SportTV (Portugal), Viaplay (Nordics), and Band TV (Brazil). CAF has also partnered with beIN Sport, CANAL+, New World TV, and around 45 Free To Air broadcasters, ensuring coverage in approximately 180 countries.
CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe, emphasized the competitiveness and excitement of African football, acknowledging the significant investments in youth football, professional leagues, coaching, refereeing, and football infrastructure in Africa. The TotalEnergies AFCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023 is anticipated to be highly competitive, with all prominent African football nations participating. CAF received over 6000 media accreditation applications, reflecting a 100% increase from the previous AFCON in Cameroon in 2022.
