The Africa Channel

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.

TV Guide
Eye Investigations
04:00 - 04:45
Eye Investigations
Series, Documentary
Guns in the Shadows
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.
Eye Investigations
04:45 - 06:00
Eye Investigations
Series, Documentary
Eat Bitter
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.
My Design Rules
06:00 - 06:30
My Design Rules
Series, Home improvement, Reality
Kitchen Winner
The teams rush to finish their kitchens.
My Design Rules
06:30 - 07:00
My Design Rules
Series, Home improvement, Reality
Episode 10
The contestants get briefed on their fifth, and final, challenge: decorate the living room, patio, and remaining spaces throughout the apartment.
TED Talks on TAC
07:00 - 08:00
TED Talks on TAC
Series, Interview
Viewpoints
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.