The Africa Channel

The teams face a strict deadline.

The teams must decorate both bathrooms.

Examining the stereotype that black people can't swim; the Black Surfers Collective in Los Angeles; an Ifa priest talks about the connection of the black culture to water.

Using art to express emotion.

Bim discusses her dating life with friends, which prompts her to explore the services of a professional matchmaker.

Bim shares an idea for a book that traces her father's accomplishments and legacy; a visit with a historian leads to a shocking discovery about her mother's ancestry.

Best friends Lila Fischer, a midwife, and Hannah Kahl, a community activist, adjust to local ways and come to feel at home as they work with maternity centers near the South Sudan border.

News and television cameraman Martin Proctor travels to Cuba on a search to find his beloved Cuban cigars and explore the island.

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.

Discovering the rare Cross River gorilla, visit lesser-known South African parks with comedian Themba Robins and join the efforts of marine conservation in Kenya.

Discovering the rare Cross River gorilla, visit lesser-known South African parks with comedian Themba Robins and join the efforts of marine conservation in Kenya.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Showing how a traditional Ethiopian tea ceremony is celebrated; performing the Kizomba dance from Angola.

Nate returns to Durban, South Africa; he learns the secrets to grilling and gets ready for his tallest climb yet: the Natal Drakensberg.

Nate dives into the rich culture of Johannesburg, South Africa; Nate meets Tshepo, the Prince of Denim, and tries on his custom cut denim; at Blompek, Nate experiences amazing street food.

Sweepstakes winners from Detroit travel to Senegal, West Africa.

Four Los Angeles students accompany their teacher back to her homeland of Ghana, West Africa, where they meet a group of school children on a remote island and vow to become their sponsors.

A taste of the lush landscapes, sites, foods and places to stay on the historic island of Jamaica.

The journeys of people from the African/Caribbean Diaspora as they navigate through the rhythm and pace of the largest city in the US.

Nate returns to Durban, South Africa; he learns the secrets to grilling and gets ready for his tallest climb yet: the Natal Drakensberg.

Nate dives into the rich culture of Johannesburg, South Africa; Nate meets Tshepo, the Prince of Denim, and tries on his custom cut denim; at Blompek, Nate experiences amazing street food.

Sweepstakes winners from Detroit travel to Senegal, West Africa.

Four Los Angeles students accompany their teacher back to her homeland of Ghana, West Africa, where they meet a group of school children on a remote island and vow to become their sponsors.

A taste of the lush landscapes, sites, foods and places to stay on the historic island of Jamaica.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

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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.

Chef May Yacoubi explores the cuisine of Yemen as she prepares the famous Yemeni spiced meat-and-rice dish known as mandi and sweet ravani cake for dessert.

Chef Lentswe Bhengu explores the surf culture in JBay.

iFani visits a monastery looking for a solution to running late; at his cooking lesson, he arrives on time and is quickly enamored by his beautiful Amah; iFani feels like he has left his tardy issues behind and is confident he has made Lily proud.

A trip to Ghana's top restaurants, hotels and natural wonders.

The teams must decorate both bathrooms.

Winner of the double bathroom challenge.

The art of feeling, looking and being sexy; massage and the healing powers of aromatherapy; finding confidence through movement.

Looking below the surface of skin color.

Bim shares an idea for a book that traces her father's accomplishments and legacy; a visit with a historian leads to a shocking discovery about her mother's ancestry.

Eager to cook her father's favorite recipe, Bim shops for ingredients at an African market; she visits a French perfumery in Beverly Hills and considers designing her own fragrance.

The teams must decorate both bathrooms.

Winner of the double bathroom challenge.

The art of feeling, looking and being sexy; massage and the healing powers of aromatherapy; finding confidence through movement.

Looking below the surface of skin color.

Bim shares an idea for a book that traces her father's accomplishments and legacy; a visit with a historian leads to a shocking discovery about her mother's ancestry.

Eager to cook her father's favorite recipe, Bim shops for ingredients at an African market; she visits a French perfumery in Beverly Hills and considers designing her own fragrance.

News and television cameraman Martin Proctor travels to Cuba on a search to find his beloved Cuban cigars and explore the island.

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.

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.

Discovering the rare Cross River gorilla, visit lesser-known South African parks with comedian Themba Robins and join the efforts of marine conservation in Kenya.

Discovering the rare Cross River gorilla, visit lesser-known South African parks with comedian Themba Robins and join the efforts of marine conservation in Kenya.

Analysis of the day's news from Africa.

The management of waste and water is fundamental to our healthy and sustained existence; exploring the dynamic businesses and innovative technologies delivering much-needed solutions for communities and the environment.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

May feels nostalgic and decides to introduce the Palestinian cuisine to her special guests tonight for dinner.

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.

Exploring new beginnings in every shade.

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.

Bim's experience with runway modeling forces her to consider other options.

The management of waste and water is fundamental to our healthy and sustained existence; exploring the dynamic businesses and innovative technologies delivering much-needed solutions for communities and the environment.

Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.

May feels nostalgic and decides to introduce the Palestinian cuisine to her special guests tonight for dinner.