[CREATION IN MOTION] Maxime Saada, CANAL+ on the Main Stage Inspire.

May 11, 2026 | 11:55 AM EAT - 12:01 PM EAT
Main Stage Inspire - AM

Summary :

Maxime Saada, CEO of CANAL+, aims to establish the company as a leading global media force by prioritizing African growth, including a historic listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The company is committed to elevating African storytelling by investing in local talent training and high-quality production standards. Additionally, Saada emphasizes the critical need for government support to combat piracy and protect the continent's burgeoning audiovisual ecosystem. This summary was generated by AI.

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