Lost Kingdoms of Africa

A calm, scholarly wander through overlooked histories, full of quiet wonder and patient explanation.

Created by

Michael Simkin, Rachel Bell

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Gus Casely-Hayford, Michael Simkin, Ross Harper

Overview

Lost Kingdoms of Africa is a British television documentary series. It is produced by the BBC. It describes the pre-colonial history of Africa. The series is narrated by Dr. Gus Casely-Hayford. The series was originally commissoned as part of the Wonderful Africa Season on BBC Four in the lead up to the 2010 World Cup. The first season of Lost Kingdoms of Africa was originally screened in the UK on BBC Four each Tuesday night over four weeks, starting on 5 January 2010. The second season of Lost Kingdoms of Africa was broadcast over four weeks, starting on 30 January 2012.

How it feels

Earnest, uplifting and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, power, art, faith

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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