OTTera and Blue Pictures Entertainment partner to launch AVAZ, a Premium Nollywood FAST Channel

OTTera, a global leader in OTT and FAST channel solutions, has partnered with Blue Pictures, a renowned global film distribution and production company, to launch AVAZ, a new FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel dedicated to premium Nollywood content.

Spearheaded by acclaimed international film distributor Joy Efe Odiete, AVAZ is set to become a go-to destination for African storytelling, showcasing top Nollywood films and TV series to audiences worldwide. AVAZ is currently available on Hisense TV VIDAA Channels and VIDAA TV in South Africa and AfrolandTV, with upcoming launches across Connected TV platforms in South Africa.

As Nollywood continues to captivate global audiences, AVAZ will offer an unparalleled selection of high-quality content that reflects the richness and diversity of African cinema.

'We are thrilled to collaborate with Blue Pictures Entertainment and Joy Efe Odiete to bring AVAZ to a global audience'. said Stephen L. Hodge, CEO of OTTera. 'This partnership represents our continued commitment to expanding access to premium African content through innovative FAST channel distribution'.

Joy Efe Odiete, the visionary behind AVAZ, expressed enthusiasm for the channel's launch, stating, 'Nollywood is a powerhouse of storytelling, and AVAZ will serve as a premium platform for audiences to experience the best of our industry. With OTTera's expertise in global distribution, we are ensuring that Nollywood's finest content reaches the global audience'.

The launch of AVAZ marks a significant milestone in the industry as it is the first FAST channel to launch in the creative space in Nigeria, further enhancing the growth of Nollywood content in the FAST space, particularly in South Africa and on a global scale.

'At OTTera South Africa, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality African storytelling, and AVAZ provides an exciting new platform for audiences to engage with premium Nollywood films and series'. said Wendy Parkies, Business Development for OTTera South Africa. 

'This partnership with Blue Pictures reaffirms our dedication to driving the evolution of African entertainment across digital platforms. As FAST continues to grow as a preferred viewing option, AVAZ is set to elevate the reach of Nollywood, bringing captivating films, series, and diverse content to African and international audiences'.

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