The Africa Channel

A man leaves his criminal driving in the past to redeem his place in the world.

A journalist looking for the truth and an adventure-seeker converge on a mystical celebration in the distant town of Ahaba, leading to a roller coaster of events.

This concert series introduces audiences to both established and new African musicians while raising awareness for the most magnificent wildlife on the planet; Lupita Nyong'o; Davido; Jackie Chan.

Hank Aaron's bid to break Babe Ruth's iconic home run record laid bare the racial divisions of USA in the 1970s; Aaron was an icon of the civil rights movement, while being a beloved caretaker of the game's image.

All Black Jonah Lomu turbocharged the professionalization of the sport of rugby; Cyclist Marshall Walter Taylor, better known as Major Taylor, had a career beset by racial prejudice when he became world champion in the one-mile sprint.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

Lentswe learns how Tanzanians are reinventing their culinary style by visiting Trinity Bar & Restaurant; a Swahili fusion dish.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Tennis superstar Serena Williams sits down with journalist Gayle King. Poetry is the language of bridges says youngest inaugural poet in US history, Amanda Gorman. Lizzo traces the history of a viral dance to Africa.

Nnedi Okorafor's sci-fi stories open strange doors to future Africa; Chimamanda Adichie on the danger of a single story; Sangu Delle on the taboos of men and mental health; Moreangels Mbizah shares a communal solution to save wildlife.

Featuring Tigst Assefa, a marathoner from Ethiopia; Audrey Janette Etoua Block, a judoka from Cameroon; and Maha Haddioui, a golfer from Morocco.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Tennis superstar Serena Williams sits down with journalist Gayle King. Poetry is the language of bridges says youngest inaugural poet in US history, Amanda Gorman. Lizzo traces the history of a viral dance to Africa.

Nnedi Okorafor's sci-fi stories open strange doors to future Africa; Chimamanda Adichie on the danger of a single story; Sangu Delle on the taboos of men and mental health; Moreangels Mbizah shares a communal solution to save wildlife.

Featuring Tigst Assefa, a marathoner from Ethiopia; Audrey Janette Etoua Block, a judoka from Cameroon; and Maha Haddioui, a golfer from Morocco.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

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A documentary series celebrating the contributions of black athletes worldwide.

The duos get a chance to make some alterations to their rooms before the judges stay in the apartments overnight.

A South African morning show broadcast live from a penthouse apartment in Sea Point.

A South African morning show broadcast live from a penthouse apartment in Sea Point.

Karabo goes directly to Brenda for hair supplies; Vergotini gets ahold of the fabric manufacturer; Brenda confronts her partner; Andiswa and Lungi connect; Songezo sends S'bu a clear message.

Lungi tries to apologize to Karabo; Sindile escapes; Brenda's house is searched; Molefe's plans are turned upside down.

Dragon arrives in prison to an eager audience of her enemies, headed by Skolpad, who has a score to settle; another inmate, Mumsy comes up with a plan to get rid of Skolpad; Lolo receives heartbreaking news.

Lentswe learns how Tanzanians are reinventing their culinary style by visiting Trinity Bar & Restaurant; a Swahili fusion dish.

The founder of a successful Los Angeles-based sign spinning business makes a first trip to Johannesburg in order to expand his brand to Africa.

The most exhilarating places to visit and things to do in Zambia.

A slow drive down Independence Avenue featuring the impressive chain-breaking Freedom Statue in Lusaka.

As Abimbola adjusts to her new LA surroundings, she reflects on her family's legacy while pursuing her own; despite dealing with body image issues, she accepts an invitation to walk the runway, and soon realizes it's not as easy as she thought.

Lentswe learns how Tanzanians are reinventing their culinary style by visiting Trinity Bar & Restaurant; a Swahili fusion dish.

The founder of a successful Los Angeles-based sign spinning business makes a first trip to Johannesburg in order to expand his brand to Africa.

The most exhilarating places to visit and things to do in Zambia.

A slow drive down Independence Avenue featuring the impressive chain-breaking Freedom Statue in Lusaka.

As Abimbola adjusts to her new LA surroundings, she reflects on her family's legacy while pursuing her own; despite dealing with body image issues, she accepts an invitation to walk the runway, and soon realizes it's not as easy as she thought.

All Black Jonah Lomu turbocharged the professionalization of the sport of rugby; Cyclist Marshall Walter Taylor, better known as Major Taylor, had a career beset by racial prejudice when he became world champion in the one-mile sprint.

Usain Bolt made sprinting look easy, even when it wasn't; no-one else has won the 100 and 200 metres double at an Olympic Games twice; Usain Bolt won it three times in Beijing, London and Rio.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

Lentswe enjoys the summer weather of Christmas time in Africa while sharing his favorite recipes for the holiday season.

Nigerian food blogger Minjiba Cookey shares African fusion recipes.

Minjiba plans a menu for a film screening at the home of an award-winning Nairobi filmmaker; Minjiba creates a Swahili menu to complement the film about Lamu Island.

iFani arrives in the largest City in China; he meets with a famous Chinese rapper to discuss doing a song together; iFani explores rural China as he goes to a village market to shop; he has a nostalgic moment that reminds him of his childhood.

Ghana's Atongo Zimba, using his traditional calabash lute, the Koliko, expresses his critique on the world.

An in-depth look at the life of Muhammad Ali, including the people who knew him best and experts of the world of boxing.

Following the personal journey of Kenyan reporter Namukabo Werungah, who has never known her father. With her wedding approaching, she has decided to search for him. Will she succeed and if she does, will he want her in his life?

Nigerian food blogger Minjiba Cookey shares African fusion recipes.

Minjiba plans a menu for a film screening at the home of an award-winning Nairobi filmmaker; Minjiba creates a Swahili menu to complement the film about Lamu Island.

iFani arrives in the largest City in China; he meets with a famous Chinese rapper to discuss doing a song together; iFani explores rural China as he goes to a village market to shop; he has a nostalgic moment that reminds him of his childhood.

Ghana's Atongo Zimba, using his traditional calabash lute, the Koliko, expresses his critique on the world.

An in-depth look at the life of Muhammad Ali, including the people who knew him best and experts of the world of boxing.

Following the personal journey of Kenyan reporter Namukabo Werungah, who has never known her father. With her wedding approaching, she has decided to search for him. Will she succeed and if she does, will he want her in his life?

Lentswe enjoys the summer weather of Christmas time in Africa while sharing his favorite recipes for the holiday season.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

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