The Africa Channel
United States
The Africa Channel airs in the United States with a focus on content produced in and about African countries. Its schedule includes documentaries, dramas, and lifestyle programs that highlight contemporary life, business, and culture across the continent. News segments and music programming also appear, covering current events and genres such as Afrobeats and highlife. Some slots feature films from Nollywood and other African film industries, alongside religious and educational content aimed at diaspora audiences.
Viewers can find the channel through cable and satellite providers in several major U.S. markets. Select episodes and clips are also available through the channel’s website and on-demand platforms, though full live streaming may not be offered in all regions. TV guide listings for the channel are updated regularly by local service providers.
Schedule
00:00 - 00:30
Worldwide Nate
Blazing the Trail Up Mount Nyiragongo n the DRC
Series
Nate ventures out to see the famed Nyiragongo volcano by taking a five-hour hike through the oldest national park in Africa; he spends time with the Congolese people to hear the music and taste the food.
00:30 - 01:00
Worldwide Nate
Galloping With the Wildebeest in Kenya
Series
Nairobi's younger generation put a fresh spin on tradition and being environmentally conscious at the same time; fascinated by the phenomena of the wildebeest migration, Nate checks off another bucket list adventure by riding among them on horseback.
01:00 - 01:30
Africa on a Plate
Essaouria
Series, Cooking
Chef Zama Memela heads to the historic seaside town of Essaouira; Zama learns about the local spices; Zama gets an invitation to the Kitchen of La Table Madada.
01:30 - 02:00
Africa on a Plate
Morocco Fusion
Series, Cooking
Chef Zama Memela is introduced to a marinated salmon and the famed pigeon pie; Zama learns about pizzazz and flair in dish conceptions; Zama also attends a traditional cooking class on the beautiful Moroccan coastline.
02:00 - 03:00
Africa Everywhere
Boston
Series, Travel, Documentary
To West Indian and African immigrants, Boston's culture of winning comes from one's contribution to change.
03:00 - 04:00
Africa Everywhere
Philadelphia
Series, Travel
Philadelphia is an East Coast city shaped by immigrants through common bonds of family and freedom.
04:00 - 05:00
Flawsome
Series, Drama
Ivie breaks down when Poju steals her savings and Lerato fires her; Ifeyinwa faces work opposition and shares the $10 million offer with Timi; Ramat struggles with Uduak's refusal to have sex while trying to conceive; Senator Jubril makes a mistake.
05:00 - 05:30
Lavish
Secrets Unraveled
Series, Reality
The friends grapple with disposing of Khulu's body; Mpumi urges normalcy to avoid suspicion; Kat pursues the deputy president position; Zozi's drunken slip on IG live about Khulu's disappearance embarrasses Shaka at school, causing unexpected chaos.
05:30 - 06:00
Lavish
Series, Reality
Shaka investigates his mother's disappearance while Detective Thobejane handles Khulu's case; the women manage Zozi's crisis, fabricating an attack story that angers Jabu; Shaka breaks his teetotaling vow in distress.
06:00 - 06:30
Lavish
Series, Reality
Nomzamo's pregnancy troubles her at her wedding, where secrets unravel as Kopano and her lovers crash the ceremony; Shaka turns to weed amid his father's absence; Ma Mokoena tells Detective Thobejane about Mpumi's affair with Khulu.
06:30 - 07:00
Lavish
Series, Reality
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.
07:00 - 07:30
Wounds
Sabotage and Suspicion'
Series, Drama
Mabalwa believes Neo and Agnes aim to undermine her relationship with Dr Smooth.
07:30 - 08:00
Wounds
Desperate Measures
Series, Drama
Neo develops a closer relationship with Clive; Refilwe pursues a course of action that gives her purpose but may lead to serious consequences she can't reverse.
08:00 - 08:30
Wounds
Revelations and Resolutions
Series, Drama
Busi receives surprising presents on her birthday; Sindi thinks she has information to remove Refilwe from her path; Mabalwa discovers a new aspect of Dr Smooth's personality.
08:30 - 09:00
Wounds
Series, Drama
Clive demands the truth from Neo; Sindi plots to discredit Refilwe; Melanie reveals shocking information to Neo.
09:00 - 10:00
Flawsome
Episode 9: Ultimatums and Unraveling
Series, Drama
Ramat threatens to leave Uduak after he blames her for his sexual issues; Ifeyinwa pursues musician Nathan, neglecting Clark and her mother; Ivie crashes Lerato's show, confronting her over stolen designs.
10:00 - 10:30
Paid Programming
Consumer, Shopping, Variety
Paid programming.
10:30 - 11:00
Paid Programming
Consumer, Shopping, Variety
Paid programming.
11:00 - 11:30
Paid Programming
Consumer, Shopping, Variety
Paid programming.
11:30 - 12:00
Paid Programming
Consumer, Shopping, Variety
Paid programming.
12:00 - 12:30
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
12:30 - 13:00
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
13:00 - 13:30
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
13:30 - 14:00
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
14:00 - 14:30
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
14:30 - 15:00
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
15:00 - 15:30
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
15:30 - 16:00
SA Inc
Documentary
Sharing stories of positive progress in South Africa.
16:00 - 16:45
May's Kitchen
Yemen
Series, Cooking
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.
16:45 - 17:30
May's Kitchen
South Africa
Series, Cooking
Chef May Yacoubi highlights the melting pot of flavors found in South African cuisine starting with the country's national dish, bobotie, followed by the famous peri peri sauce; then for dessert, it's malva pudding.
17:30 - 18:15
May's Kitchen
Yemen
Series, Cooking
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.
18:15 - 19:00
May's Kitchen
South Africa
Series, Cooking
Chef May Yacoubi highlights the melting pot of flavors found in South African cuisine starting with the country's national dish, bobotie, followed by the famous peri peri sauce; then for dessert, it's malva pudding.
19:00 - 19:30
Dr. Mark's Animal Show
Chimps and Gorillas
Series, Animals
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.
19:30 - 20:00
Dr. Mark's Animal Show
Rhinos
Series, Animals
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.
20:00 - 20:30
Music for Wildlife
Aline Gahongayire
Series, Music, Concert
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.
20:30 - 21:00
Muziki Ni
Tanika Charles
Series, Music
Tanika Charles takes shows a few of her favorite Toronto haunts and shares four cuts from her debut EP.
21:00 - 21:30
Amah Knows Best
Chongqing Day 3
Series, Cooking
Turbo takes iFani to a famous noodle store owned by an Amah; the Amah teaches iFani how to prepare her dish; iFani and Turbo make their way to the recording studio where drama unfolds.
21:30 - 22:00
Amah Knows Best
Bejing Day 1
Series, Cooking
iFani meets the guide and requests to climb The Great Wall of China; after his conquest of the wall, iFani shops and meets Amah to cook an amazing Chinese dish; the day ends with driving past Tiananmen Square and eating world-famous Peking duck.
22:00 - 22:30
Amah Knows Best
Beijing Day 2
Series, Cooking
iFani starts his day sightseeing before buying ingredients and meeting Amah; Amah teaches iFani to cook a famous Beijing dish; it is time to leave China and head back to South Africa.
22:30 - 23:00
Amah Knows Best
Back Home
Series, Cooking
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.
23:00 - 23:30
World Wide Nate: African Adventures
Searching for the Endangered Mountain Gorilla in Rwanda
Series, Adventure, Travel
Nate takes a trip out to Volcanoes National Park in hopes of catching a glimpse of the animals in their natural habitat.
23:30 - 00:00
Worldwide Nate
Blazing the Trail Up Mount Nyiragongo n the DRC
Series
Nate ventures out to see the famed Nyiragongo volcano by taking a five-hour hike through the oldest national park in Africa; he spends time with the Congolese people to hear the music and taste the food.