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Innovative Imaging Experience Arrives in Nigeria: Canon Central and North Africa Introduces the Multicam Show

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The exclusive event provided a platform to showcase Canon’s cutting-edge multicamera technology

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 20, 2023/APO Group/ — 

In alignment with our company’s unwavering commitment to providing innovative and technology-driven imaging solutions to customers in Africa, Canon Central and North Africa (www.Canon-CNA.com) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated Multicam Show, which was held in Nigeria for the first time on 4th July 2023. The exclusive event provided a platform to showcase Canon’s cutting-edge multicamera technology and foster collaborations and partnerships to drive business opportunities in Africa while enhancing end-user confidence in Canon products.

With an impressive lineup of experts from the imaging and technology sectors, participants were able to connect and interact with professionals who have extensive knowledge and expertise in their respective fields, gaining insights into the latest trends, techniques, and solutions in the multi-cam industry.

Amine Djouahra, B2C BU Director, Canon Central & North Africa, says, “We are thrilled to have brought the Multicam Show to Nigeria, where our primary objective was to get closer to our valued customers and provide them with a hands-on experience of Canon’s promising multicamera technology. Our aim was to demonstrate how this technology can enhance and provide solutions to their current workflows. The event was specifically tailored to our target audience, which included professionals from the broadcast industry, radio stations, educational institutions, and houses of worship. We showcased some of the exciting new technologies and solutions that Canon will be providing through our PTZ (Pan-tilt-zoom), ENG (Electronic News Gathering), and cinema lineup. Our goal was to empower our customers by giving them the opportunity to explore the capabilities of Canon’s multicam technology and inspire them to elevate their multimedia projects to new heights.”

Driving the shift to digital technology in Africa

The event presented a great opportunity to drive and encourage the digital technology shift in Africa’s multimedia industry. With majority of the industry yet to transition to digital, raising awareness and educating the market about the importance of this shift is crucial. With its advanced technology and products, Canon is well-positioned to lead this transformation.

An experience to remember

To take the experience to the next level, Canon created distinct experiential zones, each aimed at immersing customers in a dynamic and interactive environment that goes beyond traditional product showcases.

The event presented a great opportunity to drive and encourage the digital technology shift in Africa’s multimedia industry

Through our experiential zones and interactive workstation walk-throughs, customers had the unique opportunity to touch, feel and experience our products firsthand. They explored the sleek interfaces, tried out the intuitive controls, and witnessed the seamless integration of our solutions into real-world applications.  

Additionally, participants gained valuable insights into the capabilities of multi-cam technology through live demonstrations, interactive workshops, and presentations by professionals.

In the Broadcast Zone, participants embarked on an immersive journey into the world of innovative broadcast technology. This is the zone where innovation meets aspiration and where broadcasting aspirations can become a reality.

Among the highlights in this zone were the Canon C500 Mark II (https://apo-opa.info/3O1y3pr) and the C300 Mark III (https://apo-opa.info/46YgIXmvideo cameras, showcasing advanced features and unmatched flexibility, while the XF605 (https://apo-opa.info/44MAFOO) offered professional-grade video production capabilities. Additionally, the PTZ model exemplified the power of remote camera control, enabling effortless camera movements and capturing dynamic angles. Notably, the XC protocol feature further enhanced the versatility and connectivity of Canon’s innovative lineup. In the Broadcast Zone, customers had the opportunity to immerse themselves in an interactive workstation walk-through, where they could touch and try these cutting-edge products firsthand.

In the Education Zone, attendees were able to discover the future of classroom setups with a particular focus on the technologies of Auto-Tracking and Auto-loop. These innovative features revolutionize the way lectures are conducted by seamlessly tracking presenters or subjects and capturing their movements with precision and efficiency. This cutting-edge zone featured the CR-N300 (https://apo-opa.info/44yUjhu)CR-N500 (https://apo-opa.info/3NRRhxG), and CR-N700 (https://apo-opa.info/3Djzo62cameras, each designed to deliver exceptional video quality and seamless control in various educational settings. Additionally, attendees took part in a captivating workstation walk-through illuminating the company’s innovative solutions for large events, educational institution lectures and seminars.

In the Radio Jockey Zone, customers explored a range of solutions including the UVC (Universal Video Class) technology integrated into the XA Series range of camcorders, offering exceptional image quality, easy connectivity, and user-friendly controls. Attendees also experienced a workstation walk-through, where they saw first-hand how UVC technology empowers broadcasters to deliver high-quality audiovisual content with crystal-clear audio in real-time.

The efficiency of Multicam Solutions

Canon’s Multicam Solutions offer a range of benefits, including operational, management, and cost efficiency. By leveraging these solutions, users can optimize their operations, improve process management, and achieve greater efficiency throughout their workflows.

This is just the beginning of an incredible journey! The Multicam Show will continue to reach even more of our valued customers across Africa, with Egypt being the next destination. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered as this show promises to contribute to the growth and success of the multimedia industry throughout the continent. 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA).

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Canada–Africa Financing Forum to Convene Investors and Decision-Makers in Cape Town – May 14, 2026

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This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships

TORONTO, Canada, April 29, 2026/APO Group/ –The Canada–Africa Chamber of Business (https://CanadaAfrica.ca) will convene investors, financiers, policymakers, and industry leaders in Cape Town on May 14, 2026 for the Canada–Africa Financing Forum—a high-level platform focused on unlocking capital and accelerating deal flow across African markets.

Registration is open (http://apo-opa.co/4vZN6oV)

This timely Forum comes on the heels of commitments announced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, deepening Canada–Africa commercial ties and expanding investment partnerships. The program connects leaders from venture capital, private equity, and institutional investors to examine where capital is moving—and where the next opportunities lie—supported by Canadian project partners with proven capacity to deliver on-the-ground.

Delegates will engage directly with finance and investment decision-makers, following the program opening, featuring messages from President Cyril Ramaphosa and Prime Minister Mark Carney, in addition to high-level Ministerial representation.

This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation

“This Forum is about capital deployment, not just conversation,” said Garreth Bloor, President of the Canada–Africa Chamber of Business. “We are convening investors, institutions, and project leaders who are actively shaping transactions across Africa—and connecting them directly with Canadian partners who are ready to work together.”

The Canada–Africa Financing Forum reflects the Chamber’s role as a privately financed, market-led platform advancing Canada-Africa trade and investment through world-class networking and information-sharing events.

Why Attend

  • Direct access to active dealmakers and capital allocators
  • Insights into where capital is being deployed and key players delivering major projects
  • Opportunities to build partnerships across Canada and African markets
  • Participation in a curated, high-level environment focused on execution

Secure Your Place

Space is limited and demand is strong.

Apply to secure your place (http://apo-opa.co/4vXb9oz)

Read More and View the Program (http://apo-opa.co/4vZN6oV)

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business.

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ORUN and 1xBET Partner to Support a Dynamic Creative Africa

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During the MASA 2026 edition, held from April 11 to 18, 2026, ORUN and 1xBET implemented the We Champion Talent program, an initiative aimed at promoting African talent and advancing the development of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs)

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –As part of the Innovation Village co-organized with MASA at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan from April 14 to 18, ORUN (https://ORUN.Africa) announces the rollout of its partnership with 1xBET to support a creative Africa that is structuring itself, professionalizing, and scaling across the continent.

We aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency

Designed as a space of convergence between heritage, innovation, and knowledge transmission, the Innovation Village features scenography crafted by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses on creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a major institutional highlight on April 17. Its narrative platform is built around three pillars: memory, structure, and transmission. The initiative aims to position cultural and creative industries as an economic driver for the continent.

“The Innovation Village was conceived as an act of construction. By partnering with organizations such as 1xBET, we aim to demonstrate that it is possible to support African talent, narratives, and creative ecosystems over the long term, with ambition and consistency,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

This vision aligns with ORUN’s broader ambition to produce, structure, and internationalize African creative industries through events, content, and strategic partnerships.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of ORUN, part of African Currency Network (ACN).

 

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MIR Holding Reaffirms Its Commitment to African Creative Industries Alongside ORUN at Marché des Arts du Spectacle Africain d’Abidjan (MASA) 2026

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More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, April 28, 2026/APO Group/ –On the occasion of MASA 2026, held from April 11 to 18 in Abidjan, MIR Holding (https://MIRHolding.odoo.com) reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of African creative industries by partnering with ORUN as part of the Innovation Village, hosted at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan. This presence reflects a clear intention to support the scaling of cultural and creative industries so they can fully contribute to job creation and value generation across the continent.

 

Co-organized by ORUN and MASA, the Innovation Village brought together over several days scenography designed by Ivorian artisans, a program of panels and masterclasses dedicated to creative industries, an immersive experience produced by Orun Studios, and a key institutional highlight on April 17.

At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains

Built around three pillars — memory, structure, and transmission — the initiative carried a renewed ambition for culture: positioning it as a concrete lever for economic structuring and African projection.

By supporting this initiative, MIR Holding aligns with a broader dynamic aimed at strengthening connections between creation, entrepreneurship, content, youth, and growth ecosystems. More than event support, this partnership reflects a commitment to backing platforms capable of structuring value chains, increasing the visibility of talent, and fostering the emergence of strong African creative infrastructures. MIR Holding stands among the main partners of the Village, alongside Africa Currency Network and other stakeholders engaged in this vision.

“With ORUN, we are not only seeking to make culture visible. We aim to help provide it with a framework, a reach, and a trajectory. What is at stake here is the continent’s ability to better transform its creative energy into sustainable value, real opportunities, and influence,” said Habyba Thiero, CEO of Africa Currency Network and President of ORUN.

Mouhamed Dieng, President of MIR Holding, added: “Supporting Africa’s creative industries is not about backing a secondary sector. It is about investing in one of the continent’s most powerful spaces for storytelling, youth, innovation, and competitiveness. At MIR Holding, we believe that Africa’s future will also be shaped by its ability to structure its narratives, its talent, and its creative value chains.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of MIR Holding.

 

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