The Distribution War Reignites: Canal+ Drops TF1 Networks Across France and Africa

Failing to close a multi-month carriage deal, the Vivendi unit blacks out key thematic channels in the mainland and entirely purges TF1 brands from its African satellite footprint.

Jul 02, 2026

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The delicate distribution truce governing France’s two dominant media empires has officially collapsed. Following months of stagnant, behind-the-scenes contract negotiations, Groupe Canal+ has aggres…

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