CNN International to feature Africa in month-long programming

The breadth of “Africa Now” programming across the network reflects CNN International’s commitment to covering arts, culture, business and travel content from and about the continent. Special programming during October includes:

Africa Now – a new segment airing weekly during The Business View show throughout the month of October. Each segment will focus on an element of African,

On the Road Ethiopia, On the Road Tanzania – 30-minute programmes that cover both Ethiopia and Tanzania,

Leading Women – CNN’s show about women at the top of their field features an interview with Lupita Nyong’o,

One Square Meter – the network’s weekly segment about real estate airing in Connect the World will focus entirely on Africa during October.

This additional features programming throughout October complements CNN International’s existing five programming strands dedicated to the continent – Inside Africa, African Voices, CNN Marketplace Africa, Africa View and African Start-Up.

These strands cover a mix of African culture, trends and business, with African Voices and CNN Marketplace Africa both revamped with new formats and new presenters earlier in 2015..

October 2015 also sees the 20^th CNN MultiChoice African Journalist Awards taking place in Nairobi, Kenya. The awards are the standard for excellence in journalism throughout the African continent. This year, 31 finalists from 15 countries will vie for the accolade of being named African Journalist of the Year.

“CNN has a long-standing commitment through our five dedicated Africa programming strands – more than any other international network – to uncover vibrant stories and trends from right across the continent,” said Ellana Lee, Senior Vice President and Managing Editor, CNN International. “We are pleased to showcase the very best that Africa has to offer during a celebratory occasion of the 20^th African Journalist Awards.”

Throughout October, CNN Digital will also publish a range of multi-media and social content to complement the additional Africa programming. Social media will be focused around the CNN Africa Twitter account and #CNNAfrica.