Africa Magic Reveals TV Shows For January 2024

Africa Magic, a sub-Saharan African entertainment channel dedicated to captivating narratives that resonate with the African spirit, is thrilled to unveil an exciting line-up of new TV programming set to grace the screens in January 2024.

These series include: The Theory of Breakfast, Unscripted, Hook, Line and Sinkah and Man Friend.

Starting 1^st January, 2024, “The Theory of Breakfast” airs on Showcase every Monday and Tuesday at 9pm. In The Theory of Breakfast, dive into a tale of forbidden romance ensnaring two best friends, Ebimitan and Laolu, who unexpectedly find love amid the ordinary events leading up to a wedding. As drama rekindles, fuelled by buried emotions and past wounds, the duo must navigate this intricate journey of love and friendship.

The Theory of Breakfast features a stellar cast including Osarehia Oronsaye, Evaezi Nimyel, Riyo David, Yewande Noel-Osamein, Uzoamaka Onuoha, David Okpo Eyo, and Moet Abebe. With Xavier Igorodje credited as the showrunner and head writer for the series.

Premiering on 3^rd January, 2024, “Unscripted” airs at 9pm every Wednesday and Thursday. “Unscripted” delves into the aftermath of a reality show, unfolding against the backdrop of a highly anticipated reunion. This show takes you on rollercoaster ride as past conflicts, hidden truths and unexpected revelations reignite tensions among the former housemates.

The show features a cast of Debby Felix, Obehi Aburime, Boby Ekpe, Charles Lenny, Goodness Egbe, Tersy Akpata, Michael O. Ejoor, Wumi Tuase, Tonia Chukwurah, Shalewa Ashafa, Rick Akan, Austin Onuoha, Salewa Fafowora, Ejiro Badare and Ebenezer. Debbie Odutayo is the TV show producer.

Releasing on 1^st January, 2024. In “Checkout”, join the hilarious chaos at ‘Treatz’ Supermarket, where the journey from broke shoppers to bizarre shoplifters unfolds with a blend of comedy and life lessons. This superstore-inspired series is head written by Fatimah Binta Gimsay, produced by Showrunner Soji Ogunaike and directed by Adeola Osunkojo and Sheffy, the filmmaker.

The headline cast features the talents of Ebere Nwizu, Mariam Kayode, Obi Maduegbena, Davidson David, Oguntimehin Oluwafemi and Tessy Brown.

“Hook, Line and Sinkah” premieres on 3^rd January, 2024 at 8:30p WAT. “Hook, Line and Sinkha”, a comedy drama series that unravels the hilarious story of three brothers – Ugo, Sodiq and Kenny Sinkah – each carrying more baggage than a lost luggage carousel.

In an attempt to mold them into real men and impart life lessons, their philandering father orchestrates a business venture that throws them together. The question lingers: Do they have what it takes to navigate this journey?

The cast includes the talents of Floy Digbo, Charles Ugochukwu Born, and Somadiya Anyama.

Tune in every Friday from 3^rd January 2024 at 8:30pm for “Man Friend” which promises to be a captivating family drama series, centering around a middle daughter’s commitment to celebrating her mother’s 50^th birthday. As she takes on the responsibility of organizing a lavish bash, the narrative unfolds into more than just a party—it becomes a profound moment of self-discovery, forgiveness and bonding for the entire family.