Episodes
Rise of the Continents: Africa (Premiere BBC Four Wed 13 July 2022)
Africa: Professor Iain Stewart, a geologist, examines significant junctures in the formation of the planet’s major land masses. Beginning with how Africa was created from the ruins of a long-lost supercontinent, he examines the landmarks, mineral wealth, and wildlife of the continent to piece together its formation. He also discusses the impact this long history has had on both contemporary Africa and the rest of the world.
Airdate: Wednesday 13 July 2022 at 8.00pm on BBC Four.
Season 1 Episode 1 (of 4)