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African-founded media venture producing and distributing African content across cable and streaming.

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About The Africa Channel

The Africa Channel is a media venture launched in 2005 by James Makawa, Jacob Arback and Richard Hammer. Zimbabwe-born Makawa and his partners built a network focused on contemporary African programming and a global streaming service, Demand Africa. The company has a Johannesburg operating office and production ties in South Africa; its catalog location represents this African operating base, not its US headquarters. Demand Africa is a division and service of The Africa Channel, not a separate startup.

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Frequently asked about The Africa Channel

Where is The Africa Channel based and when was it founded?
The Africa Channel is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa and was founded in 2005.
Who founded The Africa Channel?
Founders listed for The Africa Channel include James Makawa (Co-Founder) and Jacob Arback (Co-Founder).
What sector is The Africa Channel in?
The Africa Channel operates in Digital Media, Media and Entertainment.