elevision, Radio and the print media bring us the stories of distant conflict on a minute-by-minute basis. Journalists, cameramen, photographers and media workers constantly put themselves in harm’s way to get the story, to bring home the news. These are their stories. This documentary is an archive – driven exposé aimed at providing a glimpse
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Our Nation in Colour
A woman in a man’s world: Entertains while giving viewers insight into the working world to which they would not ordinarily be exposed. This episode highlights the life and work of Dr. Mamisa Chabula, a woman who’s chosen to dedicate her life to the practice of male circumcision. Men have learned to trust her enough
Continue reading »Who Betrayed Anton Fransch – Deafening Echoes
An investigative documentary dealing with the betrayal of a Umkhonto we Sizwe operative in the Western Cape. It unpacks for purposes of understanding the past, all the contributing factors leading to the fateful betrayal of a hero, thus serving as a mirror for a Nation to deal with its own discomfort.
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A tender, evocative film on rediscovering family, celebrating a beautiful continent, exploring the generosity of community, and reconnecting South Africans with their African legacy… Film-maker Omelga Mahayana, journeys from Durban, South Africa, to Malawi to reunite her mother with her Malawian family… Omelga’s grandfather, Owen One Kananga, crossed rivers and mountains, faced lions and crocodiles,
Continue reading »‘In Search of the Voice’ – Celebrating the Life of Robert Sobukwe
This film is about the search for a voice, the voice of a man, many view as the father of Pan-Africanism. Founding president of the Pan Africanist Congress of Azania, Magaliso Robert Sobukwe is one of the primary sources of inspiration for the Black Consciousness Movement. A powerful intellectual force, humble man and leader of
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‘The Manuscripts of Timbuktu’ – Celebrating the Life of Ahmed Baba
The manuscripts of Timbuktu is a picturesque and poetic journey that traces the history of the priceless manuscripts housed in a place which has become known as one of the oldest centers of learning in the world, based in Mali. These still remarkably well preserved manuscripts, are the reflections of leading teachers, philosophers, religious and
Continue reading »An Nur – The Light
This Islamic religious magazine program aims to cast light on the religion of Islam as well as highlight issues, people, places, food, songs and poetry.
Continue reading »Custodians of the Countryside
Custodians of the countryside: The reversal of urbanisation as we know it, in which people move away from urban centres to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, is accompanied by its own impacts. These include – new homes, 4X4 vehicles, strange neighbours, etc. Rural towns suffer as a result of these shifts –
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Fame from faith is a six part, forty eight minute documentary series examining the role of religion and spirituality in world football. The series was broadcast in the run-up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and looks at the spiritual side of the game, examining its influences on the great players, administrators and fans of
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