Africa@Play

NBA South Africa Head, Zeph Masote in conversation with Channel Africa's Babazile Makhubalo on the upcoming Basketball Africa League which will feature the top 12 club teams from 12 African countries playing a total of 42 games across the Kalahari Conference Group Phase from March 27 to April 5 in Pretoria, the Sahara Conference Group Phase from April 24 to May 3 in Rabat, Morocco, and the Playoffs and Finals from May 22 to May 31 in Kigali, Rwanda.

Sipho Mona the General Manager of the Velokhaya Life Cycling Academy, an event organizer, commentator, and advocate for developing African cycling talent on the Absa Cape epic preparations.

Pool player Palesa Ngwenya a player in the SABF Ladies National Blackball Singles in conversation with Babazile Makhubalo on her ambitions to conquer National & Continental Champs building up to  2026 World Blackball Championships in Cape Town between October and November.

Our Uganda correspondent based in Kampala, Sam Mpoza gives us the latest news from East Africa.

Director General of the Prosperity Cup, Kelvin Ono Akpe in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about their partnership with FC Barcelona.

Our Zambian correspondent based in Lusaka gives us the latest news from Zambia..

Heather Mpofu, Event Director at Kyalami Park Club speaks to Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the 2026 Toyota Equestrian Series.

South African basketball player David Craig  joins Channel Africa's Neto Chemane in studio to talk about his career and latest move to Johannesburg Giants.

Siyasanga Monoalibe, a dedicated sports reporter for Sunday World who covers a wide range of athletic disciplines speak to Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about  the Kaizer Chiefs fans that  picketed outside the gates of the famous Chiefs Village in Naturena.

Karryn Greenleaf a high-profile marketing executive in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the One Voice – For the Fans campaign.

Channel Africa's Neto Chemane cross live to FNB Stadium to speak with former Chiefs player Mandla Masango about the Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.

Channel Africa's Neto Chemane in conversation with Rodney Berman, legendary South African Boxing Promoter following the major announcement that Siya Kuse will get his golden chance, a rematch with WBC kingpin Melvin Jerusalem, at Emperors Palace.

Tsholofelo Lejaka, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Boxing South Africa (BSA) chats with Neto Chemane on the latest boxing developments.

Our Zambian correspondent based in Lusaka on the development of women's rugby in the continent.

Our Nigerian correspondent based in Lagos gives us the latest from East Africa.

Mihlali Lerato Mehlomakulu a South African motorsport administrator and businesswoman in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the 2026 South African Endurance Series season.

Our Zambian correspondent based in Lusaka, Namuchana on various sports news making headlines across the continent. 

Our UK based correspondent Geshom "Sir G" Nyathi in conversation with  Channel Africa's Neto Chemane as they preview key fixtures in the English Premier League.

Our Kenyan correspondent based in Nairobi, Francis Mutegi gives us the latest from East Africa, including the Magical Kenya Open amongst others.

Long jump and Sprinting sensation Atanga Naane in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about her rise in Track and Field. 

 Lebo Mphela-Ndlazi Head of Marketing at St Peter’s college  on the ongoing Old Petrian's Sports Tournament currently underway. Lebo is joined by Teenager in Sport: Student from Soweto Basketball Academy and Student from St Peter’s College - Phenyo Mabotja.

Simamkele Tutsheni, the current IBO All‑Africa champion, is in conversation with Channel Africa’s Neto Chemane about her upcoming IBO World Title shot against Poland’s undefeated Laura Grzyb next month.

Our Nairobi‑based correspondent, Francis Mutegi, brings us the latest updates from East Africa, including Kenya’s U20 World Cup qualifier against Tanzania, and preparations for AFCON 2027, as CAF President Patrice Motsepe reiterates that there is no intention of altering the PAMOJA hosts despite ongoing speculation.

Karate teenage sensation Olwethu Mbiko, who recently secured first place in the boys’ 12–14 age category at a competition hosted by the African Full Contact Karate Organisation (AFCKO), is in the studio to talk about his aspiring career.

Channel Africa’s Neto Chemane is in conversation with Shihan Thulane Sibisi, a renowned Kyokushin karate master, founder of the African Full Contact Karate Organisation (AFCKO), and the South Africa Country Representative for the International Kyokushinkai Karate Federation (IKKF).

Our Kampala‑based correspondent, Sam Mpoza, brings us the latest and exclusive sports news from East Africa.

Emerging South African youth athlete Uakona Malovhele in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about his rise in track and field.

Our Zambian Correspondent based in Lusaka spoke with various experts on Royal Moroccan Football Federation inability to host Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Community activist, entrepreneur, and founder of the Soweto Drift Academy & Orange Farm Spin City in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about his open letter to Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie.

Basketball coaches  Curtis Pickering & Renaldo Cortez join Channel Africa's Neto Chemane in studio to talk about the "We Got Winners Play It Back" Basketball Clinics and the evolution of the sport.

Tennis SA General Manager Anthony Moruthane in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chema about the Davis Cup World Group II - South Africa vs Montenegro.

Our Lagos based Correspondent Tony Ubani in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the latest news from West Africa. 

Our Kenyan correspondent Francis Mutegi  conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the latest news from East Africa

Kampala based correspondent Sam Mpuza in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about the latest news from East Africa

Our Zambian Correspondent Namuchana Likezo tackle the issue of  Africa  Football stars joining global leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga and asking if  there will  ever be change of times where players from Europe, South America and other continents will choose plying their trade in Africa

Danya Thompson, a 17-year-old Grade 12 student and 2025 world champion at the IFAA World Indoor Archery Championships (WIAC) in Santa Clara del Mar, Argentina chats withChannel Africa's Neto Chemane about her recent success. 

Itumeleng Sehlare (Director) and Neo Machaea (Director) of K Village Sports Academy, in studio to talk about their dynamic, community-driven organization committed to identifying, developing, and nurturing sports talent within rural areas.

Our Zambiann based correspondent Namuchana Namuchanaspoke with various experts about their thoughts on the 2025 AFCON from officiating,to football displayed,to soccer fans attendance, to general organization of the tournament

Our Lagos based correspondent Tony Ubani reviews Nigeria's win against Egypt in the AFCON 3rd place Final. Nigeria won 4-2 on penalties

Kagisho Morgan & Luvo Nqxabazi, representatives of the Thabiso Monyane Foundation, a registered non-profit organisation founded by Thabiso Monyane are in the studio to talk about the 2026 initiatives to help young and disadvantaged youth. 

Amanda Duma the Project Manager for the upcoming Empire Festival: Malaga Edition, scheduled for 24–25 January 2026 at the Sion Sports Complex, 249 Raaff Street, Danville, Pretoria joins Channel Africa's Neto Chemane in studio to give us more.

Former Banyana Skipper Janine van Wyk in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about her new role at Swedish club, Kristianstads DFF, as assistant coach and how this will oppen opportunities for young players from the continent.

Our Zambian correspondent Namuchana Likezo spoke with media professional and football enthusiast Issac Chipatanga on measures that African FAs and Principals of African Football leagues come up with to ensure that passionate fans attend continental league matches and tournaments like AFCON in big numbers and how important are soccer fans.

South African sprint sensation Karabo Letebele,a rising star in global track and field who is recognized as one of the fastest junior sprinters in history of the sport is in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane to talk about his move to the USA.

Our Kenya based correspondent Francis Mutegi gives us the latest from the 2025 World Cross Country Senior Men and Women Champs and other news making headlines across the World.

President of the South African National Boxing Organisation (SANABO)  Mr. Siyabulela Mkwalo in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane about their aim to qualify boxers for the Olympics and SANABO National Executive Committee meeting with Mr T Lejaka Boxing SouthAfrica CEO discussing boxing development in South Africa.

His Excellency Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire to South Africa previews Ivory Coast vs Egypt Quarter Final clash with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane.

We cross live to Morocco and speak with Super Eagles of Nigeria Media Officer, Promise Efoghe following their qualification for the 2025 AFCON semifinals

Our Zambian correspondent Namuchana Likezo looks at the Pros and Cons of online ticketing, recently implemented at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

Roger Feutmba, nicknamed “The General” in conversation with Channel Africa's Neto Chemane to preview South Africa vs Cameroon AFCON last 16 clash.