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Africa: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

BBC (U.K.) nature and documentary series (2013–2013), 1 season.

Season complete BBC (U.K.) Listings updated October 11, 2026 Listings

Quick answer · Season 1

Africa is a nature and documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2013 with 1 season and 6 episodes. Africa has ended. Its final episode aired on February 6, 2013.

U.S. premiere: January 2, 2013
Where: BBC (U.K.)
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 6
Finale: February 6, 2013

Where to watch Africa season 1 in the U.S.

Where to watch Africa season 1 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
BBC (U.K.)	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	January 2, 2013 – February 6, 2013	Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1]

Season 1 episode schedule

Africa season 1 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	Title	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	Kalahari	Wed, Jan 2, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Savannah	Wed, Jan 9, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	Congo	Wed, Jan 16, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	Cape	Wed, Jan 23, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
5	Sahara	Wed, Jan 30, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
6	The Future	Wed, Feb 6, 2013 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About Africa

Africa is a nature and documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2013 with 1 season and 6 episodes. Africa has ended. Its final episode aired on February 6, 2013.

Season 1: Season 1 of Africa aired from January 2, 2013 to February 6, 2013 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).

Network / service: BBC One (first aired January 2, 2013)
Official site: bbc.co.uk
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): David Attenborough (Presenter)

Common questions

How many seasons of Africa are there?

Africa has 1 season and 6 episodes listed, airing from January 2, 2013 to February 6, 2013.

Is Africa cancelled or ended?

Africa has ended. Its final episode aired on February 6, 2013.

Where can I watch Africa?

Africa originally aired on BBC (U.K.) in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check BBC (U.K.)'s own app and the major streaming services for the current home.