The Africa Channel

Uncovering why Nairobi, a city once famous for its cool waters, is consistently a travel hot spot.

Reports and analysis of the day's political, economic and sports news from across Africa.

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Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Shonda Rhimes shares her experiment saying yes to everything; Isabel Wilkerson describes how a single decision changed the course of history for the racial make-up of the US.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Shonda Rhimes shares her experiment saying yes to everything; Isabel Wilkerson describes how a single decision changed the course of history for the racial make-up of the US.

Featuring Cherechukwu Udenkwere, a BMX rider from Nigeria, and Angelika Ouedraogo, a swimmer from Burkina Faso.

Shedding light on Amos Kiprut, running for Kenya.

We have so many fun facts to share about these incredibly intelligent birds, and we get to meet Gandalf the Grey as Dr. Mark busts some myths about parrots.

We learn more about the 'King of the Jungle' and how lions came to hold that title as well as why they are in trouble and how we can help them.

Turtles come in so many shapes and sizes! Dr Mark teaches us how to tell them apart, why they are in trouble, and how we can help them. We also get to meet another one of Dr Marks' special, rescued friends.

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.

"Hip Life" singer Okyeame Kwame displays his many talents.

Ifani receives a letter from an Amah asking if he wants to make a dish on his own; missing China, he sets out to find ingredients for the Chinese recipe in South Africa; Amah guides him through the process; shows off his newfound cooking skills.

iFani recaps the far-flung journey of "Amah Knows Best" Season 1 and includes some never-before-seen moments from his journey through China's bustling cities.

South African rapper iFani loves eating Chinese food; with the help of the People's Daily, a plan is devised for him to learn to cook from the Kung Fu masters of the kitchen, Chinese grannies; before meeting Amah he explores Shanghai.

iFani starts the day late and gets ready to cook with an Amah who has a 100-year-old recipe; after learning how to make the dish, he and Lily, his guide, go to visit the brilliantly lighted landmark called the Bund where he's introduced to Hot Pot.

Tea from Kenya's vast plantations is center stage at a celebratory meal for a client with minimalist tastes. Fusing tea into a Zen inspired black chai chicken, Minjiba titillates the guests with a menu befitting the elegant modern Nairobi apartment.

The ocean bears witness to many adventures and Minjiba joins the fun as she prepares a freshly caught seafood BBQ at the exquisite Swahili styled Lantana Galu Beach Resort. It's all thrill and adrenaline as the guests of honor arrive by parachute!

Minjiba cooks an intimate meal for a newlywed couple at one of Nairobi's most fabulous modern homes; a plantain and prawn starter; triple coconut baked tilapia; a ginger, lime and mango cheesecake.

Minjiba heads over to one of Kenya's most stunning apartments where she'll create a stunning gluten free, sugar free, carb free meal for the finicky ladies.

Chef Zama Memela visits Lesotho; a traditional healer divination; locally brewed beer; the Maliba Lodge; cooking locally farmed trout; Zama prepares a dish of trout, veggies and South African beer.

Chef Zama Memela visits Maseru, the capital city of the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho; chisa nyama with wild spinach and maize pap; flambéed and homegrown sirloin steak at the soccer crazy restaurant, No.7.

Analyzing the origins of Afrobeat and its musical evolution; digging into the history of its creation with Fela Kuti but also with the other music genres related to recent Afrobeats, such as the Nigerian Highlife of the 70s and 80s.

Afrobeats continue to grow whilst having a huge influence on pop culture; African superstars now regularly sell out concerts overseas and receive airplay on platforms around the world.

Chef Lentswe Bhengu explores the political capital of Nigeria, Abuja where people love their food hot and spicy; Nigerian pepper soup.

Kat becomes Johannesburg's new mayor; Shaka's matric dance with Azania ends in disaster; the women quarrel over disposing of Khulu's body; Mpumi fears incriminating footage at the Ndlovu gate; Ma Mokoena seeks solace for the family.

Zozi deceives Khulu's sister and a prophet, handling Shaka's school issues; Mpumi races against Detective Thobejane; Kat prepares for her mayoral inauguration amid challenges.

In the richest part of Kyalami, Zozi hosts a lavish anniversary party, showcasing her marriage to Khulu. Tensions escalate until Zozi accidentally kills Khulu upon discovering his infidelity, shattering their facade of a perfect life.

Sechaba disrupts Zozi's investor meeting, going viral; Nomzamo clashes with Jabu over her ambitions; Kat ends things with Sechaba; Shaka deals with parental pressure and finds solace in Azania.