Luuvie Ajayi
In this week’s episode of TED Talks on TAC, Luvvie Ajayi Jones says it’s time to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. It took her 9 years as a writer before she even called herself one, because with that title came real responsibility. Don't allow fear to get in the way of who you truly are!
TUNE IN: Sat 7p-9p E
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Don't miss another episode of the investigative series Africa Eye airing today at 5 pm ET 📺
CRY WITCH: TAKE MY LAND, TAKE MY LIFE 🤯
At least one elderly person loses their life every week in the name of witchcraft in Kenya’s stunning Kilifi coast. Africa Eye investigates the true motives behind these brutal acts, revealing that many are targeted by the very people who should be protecting them - their own families.
#TACFashionFriday 🚨 👕 👖
It's Fashion Friday...enjoy our Fashion Forward episode of The Rising featuring Florence Griffith Joyner a.k.a Flo Jo! Florence Griffith Joyner captivated the world with speed and style. But with Flo-Jo there was always a but. Despite that she still tied in her fashion with the Olympics so seemlessly & you can still see her influence in today's Olympic track star such as Sha'Carri Richardson!
#FLOJO #Fashion #Olympics #TrackStar #FlorenceJoyner #ShacarriRichardson
In honor of #MandelaDay, follow Kristian Hill's journey in "Postcards Mandela" as he tells us more about Nelson Mandela's impact on his career in the visual arts! 📺 🎬
Mandela Day
#MandelaDay2024 🚨
"It always seems impossible...until it's done!" - Nelson Mandela
Today, July 18th, we celebrate Nelson Mandela for always empowering communities & inspiring change! 🏆
Skateboarding in South Africa
Skateboarding in South Africa: Changing Lives and Empowering Youth 🛹 🛹
Learn more about the impact of skateboard culture in South Africa on episode 2 of Y’Africa: Sports Champions in Africa
Airs this Thursday @ 9pm Et & Repeats on Sunday at 6:30pm ET
TED TALKS ON TAC
Episode 1 of TED Talks on TAC airs today. In “Black Identity” Lizzo shares the history behind “twerking”
TUNE IN: Tue & Thu 8-10p / Sat & Sun 7-9p
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Meet 2023 Olympic Road Half Marathon World Champion Runner, Sebastian Kimaru Sawe in episode one! When he joined the Kenyan team, he almost immediately impressed his coach, not just by his high level skill of running, but his demeanor!
Fun fact: Sebastian can REALLY dance! Watch until the end of this clip to see a dancing machine be born! 🤣
Y’Africa: Sports Champions in Africa airs this Sunday at 7pE! 🏆 🎬
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Meet olympic equestrian jumper, Kebir joining horse, Istanbul in stall to scratch his back and “cuddle”. Princess Fatima Zora met him as a young child and adopted him in to her family which was not easy for his parents.
Kebir states "On the day Princess Fatima Zora was going to die, she called me and told me she was really proud of me and everything I’d done for the country. The first time I saw you, I knew there was something about you.’ And That’s how she looked at me."
Y’Africa: Sports Champions in Africa airs every Monday & Sunday at 7pE! 🏆 🎬 This week episodes 1 & 2 will be airing on repeat, so don't miss it!
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In this week’s episode of TED Talks on TAC, in “Viewpoints” Isabel Wilkerson describes how a single decision changed the course of history for the racial make-up of the US.
In particular, so many of our legends today like Diana Ross, Micheal Jackson, Prince & so many more are the result of the great migration!
TUNE IN: Tue & Thu 8-10p / Sat & Sun 7-9p
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🚨 🎬 New episode premiere of TED Talks on TAC. In “Viewpoints” Shonda Rhimes shares her journey to becoming a Titan in the television world & but having the need to ask who she was outside of that! She then shares her experimenting with saying YES to everything!
TUNE IN: Tue & Thu 8-10p / Sat & Sun 7-9p
In the run-up to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Season 3 of Y’AFRICA Sports Champions in Africa, translating to "Today's Africa", will be making it's U.S debut! It sheds light on already established and promising sportsmen and women in Africa at large, covering 25 sports. Discover moving and exciting stories; shot across 16 countries, featuring 14 Olympic and Paralympic champions and new talented outsiders with high hopes.🏆 🥇
Catch Episode 1 featuring Amos Kipruto and Sebastian Kimaru Sawo, Kenyan long distance runners🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ , only on the The Africa Channel on Monday, July 1st at 7p E 🚨 🎬 📺
Produced by: @Orange
The Rising: Willie Mays - The Catch
This evening, we celebrate the incredible achievements and lasting legacy of Willie Mays. Dive into the compelling story of his life and his substantial impact on the sport of baseball and African American culture.
Join us on TAC and celebrate the legend with us!
June 28 at 5:30pm for "The Rising: Willie Mays"
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Our legendary journey continues today from 5-8p with the musical beats of Africa. Celebrate Muziki Ni aka "Music Is..." followed by the breakthrough musical genre in Afrobeats: Nigeria to the World! In case you missed it last night, this evening we've got you only on the Africa Channel!🔊 🎶 🎵
The Rising: Willie Mays The Legendary Home Run Hitter
Discover the profound impact and lasting legacy of Willie Mays beyond the baseball field. Join us as we delve into his important story and explore his contributions to Black culture.
📺 - June 28 for "The Rising: Willie Mays" at 5:30pm on The Africa Channel
TED TALKS ON TAC Jamila Lyiscott Breaking Free and Challenging Eurocentric Ideals
Dive into the powerful words of Jamila Lyiscott in this compelling spoken word piece! @jamila_lyiscott explores the dynamics of language, identity, and cultural expression. She navigates through different forms of English, challenging the notion of a single "correct" way to speak and celebrating the richness of her linguistic identity.
Catch this thought-provoking performance on TED Talks on TAC. Don't miss it!
📺 Watch TED Talks on TAC on The Africa Channel and be inspired!
Rise Above Fear Finding Courage to Speak Up and Honor Ancestors
Experience the power of words with Amanda Gorman on TED Talks on TAC!
In this captivating episode, poet Amanda Gorman shares her journey of finding the strength to speak up despite fear. She reveals how she draws inspiration from "honorary ancestors" and the importance of standing tall and using our voices.
Catch this inspiring clip and more on TED Talks on TAC, only on The Africa Channel. Be moved, be inspired, and find your own voice.
📺 Watch TED Talks on TAC and join the conversation!
Dive into a powerful piece of history with Akwantu: The Journey, a documentary that tells the incredible story of the Maroons of Jamaica, formerly enslaved Africans who bravely escaped plantations and slave ships to build communities in the island's toughest terrains. Celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month with us on The Africa Channel and explore the inspiring journey of the Jamaican Maroons.
Watch "Akwantu: The Journey" and honor their legacy today!
TED TALKS ON TAC Amanda Gorman The Power of Poetry and Making a Political Impact Through Art
Catch poet and activist Amanda Gorman as she explores the powerful connection between art and politics. In this thought-provoking episode, she explains why the act of creating is inherently political and challenges us to think about the impact of our artistic choices.
Don't miss this compelling episode of TED Talks on TAC, where you can explore groundbreaking ideas and hear from some of the world's most influential voices. Be inspired, be empowered!
TED TALKS ON TAC Serena Williams Winning While Pregnant
In a candid conversation, tennis icon Serena Williams opens up to the renowned journalist Gayle King. Hear Serena's incredible story of playing and winning a Grand Slam while pregnant, along with the personal challenges and triumphs that define her remarkable journey on and off the court.
TED Talks on TAC offers groundbreaking ideas and touching stories from some of the world's leading voices. Don't miss this heartfelt and inspiring episode featuring Serena Williams and a compelling conversation focusing on Black Identity.
Tune in every Saturday at 8 PM ET on The Africa Channel. Empowerment and inspiration await!