The Africa Channel

As Kenya's cost of living rises, so too does violent crime; reporter Elijah Kanyi investigates the devastating human impact of illegal firearms in Kenya's slums.

In the Central African Republic, one of Africa's poorest countries, sand diver Thomas Boa and Chinese construction manager Jianmin Luan struggle to improve their fortunes. They "eat bitter" today in the hope of a better tomorrow.

Some of Joburg's off-the-beaten-path spots to kick up and rest for the night, get nourishment and toast to a long day's touring; one of South Africa's favorite beaches, Jeffreys Bay.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

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They say elephants never forget...because they have very big brains but did you know that elephants have about 150 muscles in their trunks alone? Join us to find out more interesting facts about the biggest land mammal.

Meet one of Africa's Big 5 animals, but did you know that there are 5 different species of rhino worldwide? Join us to learn more about these incredible animals and the important role they play in our environment.

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.

Nomzamo bribes Naledi to stay quiet; Zozi overlooks Khulu and Mpumi's growing chemistry, causing conflict; Sechaba fails to win Kat back; Jabu enlists Khulu, Zozi, and Kat in a risky plan to tame Nomzamo.

Zozi is upset as Khulu and Mpumi attend a family memorial against her wishes; Khulu's reconciliation attempt causes Zozi's emotional breakdown; Mpumi and Khulu bond over childhood trauma, sharing a kiss before being interrupted.

Shaka bonds with Shaka over design, then learns Mpumi wants to move out over their kiss; Khulu and Jabu seal an R800m deal; Sechaba is crushed by Kat's secret guest.

During the party, the women hide Khulu's body and fabricate his absence; upstairs, Jabu worries about Nomzamo; Shaka enjoys a moment with Azania, unaware of looming events, while Sechaba searches for Khulu.

Did you know that these incredibly strong and intelligent animals are our closest relatives? Join us to learn more as we meet Baby Lisa, another one of Dr Mark's rescued friends.

Meet one of Africa's Big 5 animals, but did you know that there are 5 different species of rhino worldwide? Join us to learn more about these incredible animals and the important role they play in our environment.

They say elephants never forget...because they have very big brains but did you know that elephants have about 150 muscles in their trunks alone? Join us to find out more interesting facts about the biggest land mammal.

In this finale, we meet one of the closest relatives of dinosaurs, the crocodile. These creatures have the strongest measured bite force in the world and Dr Mark introduces us to a baby croc he rescued from the illegal bushmeat trade.

A heart-warming premiere. Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in the world. You get to meet a rescued pangolin in this episode before he's released back to the wild.

Did you know that these incredibly strong and intelligent animals are our closest relatives? Join us to learn more as we meet Baby Lisa, another one of Dr Mark's rescued friends.

Meet one of Africa's Big 5 animals, but did you know that there are 5 different species of rhino worldwide? Join us to learn more about these incredible animals and the important role they play in our environment.

They say elephants never forget...because they have very big brains but did you know that elephants have about 150 muscles in their trunks alone? Join us to find out more interesting facts about the biggest land mammal.

In this finale, we meet one of the closest relatives of dinosaurs, the crocodile. These creatures have the strongest measured bite force in the world and Dr Mark introduces us to a baby croc he rescued from the illegal bushmeat trade.

A heart-warming premiere. Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in the world. You get to meet a rescued pangolin in this episode before he's released back to the wild.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

A 500-year-old village on stilts; a Sunday Accra tradition; street boxing.

Minjiba creates a farm-to-plate menu for a bunch of African foodies at a farmhouse in Nairobi; she prepares harissa kebabs, a North African grilled salad, and fresh tree tomato and berry crushes for dessert.

Minjiba travels to the Kitengela Hot Glass factory near Nairobi National Park where Anselm Croze creates collector ornaments and cutlery in a bohemian setting. Minjiba prepares an African fowl menu reflecting Anselm's artistic nature for his friends.

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.

iFani meets his new guide Lisa and informs her that it is his son's birthday; the two visit a famous noodle bar, as it is an ancient Chinese custom to eat noodles to celebrate birthdays; iFani ends the day with Karaoke and singing a song.

iFani and Lisa explore the area surrounding the Qinghai River; iFani visits a Chinese supermarket; while iFani must prepare for the next city on his adventure, he leaves a piece of his heart in Nanjing.

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.

Ifani visits the Chongqing Chinese Opera and the famous Ancient China Film Studios; after another rural Chinese cooking experience, iFani receives a call from Chinese rapper, Turbo who has agreed to record a song with iFani.

Minjiba creates a farm-to-plate menu for a bunch of African foodies at a farmhouse in Nairobi; she prepares harissa kebabs, a North African grilled salad, and fresh tree tomato and berry crushes for dessert.

Minjiba travels to the Kitengela Hot Glass factory near Nairobi National Park where Anselm Croze creates collector ornaments and cutlery in a bohemian setting. Minjiba prepares an African fowl menu reflecting Anselm's artistic nature for his friends.

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.