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15 Restored African Classics Land on TV5MONDE as France and Kenya Open Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi

TV5MONDE+ launches a Cinémathèque Afrique section with 15 restored African films free to stream worldwide, timed to the opening of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. The selection spans 1955 to 1992 and includes works by Vieyra, Alassane, Écaré, Duparc, and others — with a caveat on U.S. access.

Tambay A. Obenson·May 11, 2026·3 min read
15 Restored African Classics Land on TV5MONDE as France and Kenya Open Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi

Fifteen restored African films are now free to stream worldwide today, May 11, 2026, as TV5MONDE+ launches a Cinémathèque Afrique section on its global streaming platform. The launch is timed to the opening day of the Africa Forward Summit, the France- and Kenya-convened gathering of African heads of state and government, held in Nairobi today and tomorrow, May 12, 2026.

“Africa is home to dozens of great masters of cinema whose works are of exceptional richness,” said Kim Younes, CEO of TV5MONDE. “TV5MONDE’s partnership with the French Institute allows, for the first time, online access and worldwide visibility to this heritage of universal value.”

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