CANAL+ opens Studios Mancala in Abidjan
The new audiovisual production complex aims to create international standard content and support local talent.
Studios Mancala, a new audiovisual production complex, opened on October 20 in Abidjan's Riviera Golf area. The facility, backed by CANAL+ Afrique, aims to boost film and television production capacity in Ivory Coast. After two years of construction, the studios were inaugurated by government ministers and industry figures.
The Studios Mancala feature three sound stages with dedicated control rooms, advanced acoustic design, and high-performance post-production equipment. CANAL+ Afrique's Chief Content Officer, Fabrice Faux, stated the investment continues the group's 30-year presence in Ivory Coast. Michel Mutombo-Cartier, director general of Studios Mancala, emphasized the need for structures, talent, and resources to foster creativity.
The complex is open to all audiovisual producers and creators, not just CANAL+ channels, potentially offering new opportunities for Ivorian companies. Communication Minister Amadou Coulibaly highlighted the importance of training and professionalization for the audiovisual industry. He also mentioned plans for a national studio catalog to position Abidjan as an audiovisual and film hub.
Why it mattersIvorian audiovisual professionals and companies can now access modern production facilities and training.