Total, Canal+ Ink Curious Partnership

Apr 10 , 2021


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Representatives of a petroleum distribution company and the exclusive distributor of CANAL+ signed an agreement earlier last week, aiming at increasing the reach of the television provider's services. Total Ethiopia S.C. and Bruh Entertainments Plc inked the deal at the Hyatt Regency and have agreed that subscription offers for CANAL+ products and services will be made available at Total gas stations in Addis Abeba and across the country. CANAL+ is currently finalising its preparations to become the third subscription-based TV operator in the country, following DStv and StarTimes. Total Ethiopia operates over 160 service stations and five depots across the country.


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