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African Queens: Njinga

Blending dramatization with documentary, this series traces the rise and reign of Queen Njinga of Angola amid family betrayal and political rivalries.

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Cast & Crew See All

Adesuwa Oni
Njinga
Eshe Asante
Ndambi
Sivuyile Ngesi
Njinga

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Death of a King

Wed, Feb 15, 2023

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African Queens: Njinga
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Awards

  • 2024 - Daytime Emmy - Outstanding Cinematography - nominated
  • 2024 - Daytime Emmy - Outstanding Educational and Informational Program - nominated
  • 2024 - Daytime Emmy - Outstanding Music Direction and Composition - nominated
  • 2024 - Daytime Emmy - Outstanding Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design - winner

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