Best African documentary series

In a picturesque South African town, an eclectic group of endangered penguins flock together to find mates, raise families and mix with the locals.

Chasing the Sun is a powerful SuperSport documentary made in collaboration with the Springboks and tells the rousing tale of their path to redemption and World Cup glory in 2019.

In 2016 a spate of brutal and mysterious killings grips the town of Krugersdorp. Is a serial killer behind these vicious attacks, and who will die next if the police don't catch them? The investigation into these so-called Appointment Murders, leads local detectives to a series of unsolved cold cases linked to satanism, and opens the door on a cult ruled by terror, greed and revenge

As the weather warms up in Durban, S.A., deadly venomous snakes enter homes, offices, and factories. Streetwise snake-catcher Simon Keys and his partner Siouxsie Gillett, rush across the city to save snakes...and people. From deadly black mambas in wardrobes to cobras in factories, Simon and Siouxsie put their lives on the line to catch these deadly invaders - by hand. Their reward? Watching the snakes slither away unharmed, back into the wild.

Africa’s Deadliest explores the deepest, darkest depths of Africa, to come face to face with the deadliest predators. Understand how this diverse landscape has sculpted an array of Africa’s predators and who has made it to the top of the food chain. From the dolphin armies of the ocean to the masters of ambush on the savannahs to the most poisonous reptiles of the deserts, discover the stealth, the speed, deception and weaponry of Africa’s Deadliest.

Hosted by DJ Sabby, The Bubbling Culture is a 6 part anthology series of documentaries focused on spotlighting bustling movements rising within the SouthAfrican entertainment space. eco-system, especially within the digital space. When we look at film, television and entertainment, some of the biggest innovatorswithin these industries cultivated their craft within the robust digital space. This series explore these cultural movements with some of its key trailblazers. Each episode focuses on a different subculture, and explores it from multiple perspectives. Some of the episodes explore topics like Digital Content & OnlineComedy to Amapiano and Podcasting

July 2014. When Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 crashes in Ukraine, killing all 298 people on board, the circumstances are shrouded in mystery. With a regional war beginning to rage around the crash site, disinformation is everywhere. Western governments are left scrabbling for detail while one civilian is leading the hunt for answers – Dad of two and amateur blogger Eliot Higgins. And with an unlikely team of online detectives by his side, he’s ready to fight all the way to the truth.

The series is based on stories that appeared in Huisgenoot magazine. It focuses on the characters, experts and journalists behind the stories.

Inside a wax museum that contains statues of historical figures, we find a statue of Al-Dahih, but after the sun sets, something suspicious is happening, as the statues come to life and history repeats itself.

The series digs for remains of some of the earliest Amazonians, seeking clues to how villages grew, and how the jungle itself was tamed for agriculture on a massive scale.

Die reisdokumentêre reeks, Voetspore, het die Afrika-kontinent verken op epiese reise gelei deur Johan Badenhorst en sy span sedert 2000. Die span het hul reise na Madagaskar en Indië uitgebrei. In 2019 en 2020 het die span twee ongelooflike reise regoor Suid-Afrika onderneem en in 2021 het hulle die Zambezirivier van sy bron tot by die see gevolg. In 2022 en 2023 het hulsal ook 'n opwindende avontuur deur Suid-Amerika wat oor twee reeks uitgesaai is.

Rugby of Niks tells the untold stories of faith, dedication, and tradition in Paarl's epic interschools match.

Mini series which we follow ATEEZ during their Expedition Tour in Europe.

As Nelson Mandela is released from 27 years in prison in 1990, Stewart 'Boetie Boer' Wilken starts his killing spree. Unlike most serial killers, he had more than one type of victim. He also claimed to engage in necrophilia and cannibalism.

A once-in-a-lifetime, action-packed adventure through Africa's last untamed, majestic wildernesses. Massive Africa is a unique and unparalleled visual journey. Offering a never before seen perspective on the continent's unchartered wonderlands, iconic natural marvels and awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles. Overwhelming in sheer unrivalled scale and sumptuous sweeping beauty, Massive Africa explores Africa's colossal landscapes and uncovers the ultimate in wildlife action and drama. In each episode, infinite vibrant vistas- pulsating with life- intertwine with the raw power of nature to create the planet's wildest and most epic stages. Upon these, the sensational life-and-death struggles of her bustling diversity of wildlife enthral in heart-stopping performances.

The biggest corporate scandal in South African history, the fall of Steinhoff led to a loss of R200 billion. Steinheist untangles the story: the investors who were taken in; the victims and the CEO, Markus Jooste, who's still a free man

A true-crime series focusing on cases of family murder in South Africa. Investigate how dark family secrets and traumatic childhoods led to tragedies.

Through interviews with historians, architects, archaeologists and local organizations, this documentary series describes the history of Casablanca, from its origins to the present day.

Tells the story of the tour by The British & Irish Lions that was punctuated by drama, struggle and triumph.

Football never leaves the spectator calm, either sad or happy. Behind every simple picture that causes sadness or joy, there is always a bigger and deeper story. This program tries to reveal the hidden part of the picture and the real causes of feelings .. Why do we rejoice and why do we grieve .. Really!

Paralympian Oscar Pistorius fatally shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013. Almost a decade later, Reeva's parents prepare to confront their daughter's murderer.

An honest sensitive narrative and visual biography of eight South African artists' life stories. These episodes include everything from growing up to the highlights of a career.

Educational series about the friendly and inquisitive alien Mannemarak, who visits our planet once a week to learn more about the earth and its inhabitants. His mission is to make films for his friends back home, and with the help of his faithful computer Kompie, he learns about what he sees outside his tiny spaceship. Mannemarak is also a hungry little alien, and after his learning sessions here on earth, he quickly sets off again to make sure he doesn't miss supper back home!

Just after midnight on 28 November 1987, Mauritian air traffic control lost contact with South African Airways Flight SA 295, shortly after it had started its approach to the island’s Plaisance Airport, en route from Taipei to Johannesburg. After being unable to reach the plane again, an emergency was declared – but South Africa’s worst-ever commercial aviation disaster had already taken place.

This magical series takes place deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Isolated by the surrounding flood water, a collection of secretive and mysterious creatures are imprisoned on the paradise island of Jao.

Africa: A Voyage of Discovery was a series about the history of Africa with Basil Davidson. It was produced in a collaboration between Channel 4, the Nigerian Television Authority and RM Arts in 1984 and consisted of eight parts in four episodes. The film received the Gold Award from the 1984 International Film and Television Festival of New York. Each part is around an hour long.

An exploration of Africa's diverse landscapes, including its deserts and grass plains, as well as the creatures that are unlike any other on Earth.

Following four men as they travel from Morocco to the Cape with a 4x4. Explaining what is needed to know about travelling through Africa.

Take a Journey along South Africa's Coastline.

This magical series takes place deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Isolated by the surrounding flood water, a collection of secretive and mysterious creatures are imprisoned on the paradise island of Jao.

Every great car has a story to tell. They talk to us through the way they look, the way they sound and the way they make us feel.

A biographical exploration of the life of the late Egyptian scientist Ali Moustafa Mosharafa, the first Egyptian to achieve a degree in atomic science, and the hardships he faced in his line of work.