How to grow soccer’s business in Africa

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The economics of sports and entertainment in 2024 is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.

Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Tony Simpson, partner and global head of sport at Oliver Wyman.

Topics of discussion include: value of sport to an economy; broadcast rights; growth of sports streaming; the place of soccer in global sport; and shortcomings of Africa soccer industry.

Business Day Spotlight is a MultimediaLIVE Production. Producer Demi Buzo.

5 Apr English South Africa Business News · News

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