How To Delight In Celebration Of Your African Roots This Month

The treasure of Africa’s history and culture is rich in its diversity. It not only varies greatly from one country to another but also within different regions. Every African story is unique and certainly worth telling. That’s why, this Africa month, we want to celebrate our vast heritage of languages, dishes, music, fashion and original entertainment that showcase a bit of everything Africa has to offer.

The best music

Since the dawn of time, music and dance have been more than an expressive artform. Music tells the story of our lives and history, and it has also been a social activity that celebrates our most important moments. Today, the African music industry is prosperous and diverse, and many artists incorporate traditional African instruments into contemporary styles. This Africa month, celebrate with the sounds and voices of Africa when you tune into Trace Africa, DStv Channel 326, for 24 hours of African music.

Irresistible food

African food is just as diverse as its people. From the choice of ingredients to style of preparation and cooking techniques, you’ll experience something different in every corner of the continent. Sharpen your chef skills and get a taste of some authentic African cuisine by joining Chef Nti as she shows us her take on traditional African cuisine on Celebrate! With Chef Nti on Food Network, DStv Channel 175, Fridays at 11:50am.

Eclectic fashion 

Ankara, or African wax prints, rules the fashion industry as some of the most elegant and beautiful African dresses – which is why every African fashion icon reports to own one. If you want to catch up on the trendiest fashion with traditional influences, Battle of the Ankara is a competition show where 10 up-and-coming fashion designers from Ghana, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and more compete for the Ankara fashion crown. See their hot take on African fashion on HONEY, DStv Channel 173, Fridays at 3pm.

Original telenovelas

To some, telenovelas may just be a guilty pleasure, but beyond being addictively entertaining, they also tell a story of life and culture. This list would be incomplete without an original African telenovela, so be sure to catch Ajoche, which tells the tale of the people of Ocholuje, who uncover some bitter truths once buried in the past. Airs on a truly African channel that’s dedicated to authentic storytelling from our continent, Novela Magic, DStv Channel 165 showing weekdays at 8pm.

Remember that you can also watch all your favourite shows and movies on the DStv app or use the MyDStv app to manage your DStv subscription. Download it now to get Africa’s finest entertainment at your fingertips.

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