Saturday, October 18th TV listings for The Africa Channel
Y'Africa: Sports Champions in Africa Sports Champions in Africa
Meeting Boipelo Awuah - skateboarding (South Africa), and Ousama Mellouli - swimming (Tunisia).
Y'Africa: Sports Champions in Africa Sports Champions in Africa
In the run-up to the 2024 Olympics, Y'AFRICA sheds light on established and promising sportsmen and women in Africa at large; a meeting with Kaylia Nemour, a gymnast, and Arthur Gue Cissé.
My Design Rules Spare Room Winner
The teams face a strict deadline.
Sounder (1972)
A sharecropper's (Paul Winfield) wife (Cicely Tyson) keeps the family together after he goes to prison in 1930s Louisiana.
Visiting Jamaica's barefoot Rastafarian dub poet, Mutabaruka.
In Focus Rooted
Powerhouse New Yorkers share their stories of what it means to be first generation African immigrants in America; Social Entrepreneur Chid Liberty, Everyday People's DJ Moma, jewelry artist Sewit Sium, and the CEO of Birthright Africa Walla Elsheikh.
Lavish Bribes and Conflict
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.
Lavish Memories and Meltdowns
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.
Lavish Perspectives and Revelation
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.
Music for Wildlife Rabbi
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.
Muziki Ni Wiyaala
Wiyaala talks about her unique fashion sense inspired by her rich cultural background, her entry into the music scene after a failed attempt at a soccer career, and how she unwinds after a long day.
Minjiba Entertains Modern Zen Menu
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.
Minjiba Entertains BBQ Beach Resort
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!
Behind the Words Nnedi Okorafor
This week's featured author is Nnedi Okorafor, award-winning science fiction writer.
Behind the Words Helon Habila
Helon Habila writes about the trials and tribulations of Nigeria under military rule in the 90s in his award-winning book "Waiting For An Angel."
Africa Laughs Yvonne Orji
Featured Artists Yvonne Orji from Nigeria.
Africa Laughs Yayne Abeba
Comedian Yayne Abeba from Ethopia.
Visiting Jamaica's barefoot Rastafarian dub poet, Mutabaruka.
In Focus Rooted
Powerhouse New Yorkers share their stories of what it means to be first generation African immigrants in America; Social Entrepreneur Chid Liberty, Everyday People's DJ Moma, jewelry artist Sewit Sium, and the CEO of Birthright Africa Walla Elsheikh.
Sounder (1972)
A sharecropper's (Paul Winfield) wife (Cicely Tyson) keeps the family together after he goes to prison in 1930s Louisiana.
Paid programming.
Paid programming.
Paid programming.
Paid programming.
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
TED Talks on TAC Emerging from 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.
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.