African Folktales with Miss Jo Jo

Today our magic jeep travels to a small village, where we’ll meet a young boy named Kweku Bah-Boni who is infamous for his tricks! After pranking everyone in his village, he decides to trick a group of kind-hearted animals who take him in. What will happen to them? Will Kweku ever learn his lesson? Tune in to follow Miss Jojo and see what happens! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with...

Today our magic jeep travels to a mysterious riverbank, where a young girl named Njeri is tricked into throwing away her favorite beads. On her journey to find them, Njeri stumbles upon a hut belonging to a fearsome giant named Dimo. Will she be able to find her beads and escape in time? Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early acce...

Today our magic jeep travels to the beautiful country of Nigeria, where we’ll meet a fisherman named Effiong. After spending all his money on expensive foods and drinks, Effiong soon realizes he’s in trouble. To make matters worse, he can’t seem to catch anything on his fishing trips! Will his friends be able to help out? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, w...

Today our magic jeep travels to the Mabira Forest, where a young girl named Namazzi finds herself separated from her family. To soothe the child’s loneliness, the animals decide to get rid of her emotions with a magic potion – only for things to go terribly wrong! Will Namazzi be able to find her family again and restore her emotions? Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come ou...

Today our magic jeep travels back to a time when crows and hawks played together. We’ll meet Koongoo′roo, the captain of the crows, and Mway′way, leader of the hawks. When the two sides are caught up in a game of steal-the-bottlecap, the crows realize there are far too many hawks to defeat. Clever Koongoo′roo must then come up with a way for his team to win. What does he have planned? Join Miss Jo...

Today our magic jeep brings us to a small town, where we meet Magala the tailor and his son, Jabulani! The young boy is given a pet sheep by his father…which soon starts talking! Jabulani tries telling his father, but Magala won’t believe him. What happens next? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. L...

Today our magic jeep brings us to a village, where we meet a special Chief named Bulane! He has a special mark on his shoulder that symbolizes his right to rule. When his son is born with the same mark, Bulane’s sister grows jealous of the baby and tries to hide him. How will Bulane find his son, and what happens to his sister? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for...

Today our magic jeep takes us to visit our old friend Anansi, who seeks the help of a magic mushroom in order to create rain for his dry farmlands. But when Anansi accidentally destroys the magic, he’s left fearing the consequences. How will he wiggle his way out of trouble this time? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for...

Today our magic jeep takes us to a faraway land, where we’ll meet Masego the Lioness and her animal friends. A drought leaves them without water, so Masego suggests they build a new well. Everyone plans to help except Shulo the Hare. How will the other animals convince him to pitch in? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam...

Today our magic jeep takes us to a small town owned by a Frog, who decides to go out and buy some fancy clothes. But on his way to Mboma Village, Frog gets caught in trouble that only Fox can get him out of. What plan will clever Fox come up with? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episod...

Today our magic jeep takes us to Ghana, where we’ll meet a young man named Abam! After stumbling upon a large pit, he discovers a leopard, serpent, rat, and a man named Dodzi trapped within. Once Abam helps them escape, he quickly finds himself trapped in a sticky situation. What happens to Abam next, and who helps out? Tag along with Miss JoJo to learn more! New episodes come out every Tuesday fo...

Today our magic jeep visits the beautiful country of Uganda, where we’ll be meeting a young elephant who lives in the Mabira Forest. Upon seeing Hare dance at a party, Elephant decides that he too, wants to become a dancer! But since Elephant’s hind legs weigh him down, dancing proves to be a difficult task. How will he succeed? Listen to find out what happens next! New episodes come out every Tu...

In our final episode, meet a young actress who's making way in front of and behind the camera.

Get to know an athlete who is defying the odds after a childhood accident.

Today our magic jeep journeys to a magical field! We’ll meet a new friend, Farmer Mybrow, who runs into a group of woodland fairies. As Mybrow sets off to work, his new fairy pals are more than eager to help out. But what happens when Mybrow’s daughter goes against her father’s warnings? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fa...

Hear about the groundbreaking composer who's changing the face of classical music.

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Today our magic jeep travels to a small village, where we meet a young girl named Kaya. She soon finds herself in trouble when a flock of pigeons take her away. Now stuck working as the Pigeon-King’s chef, Kaya must find a way to escape. How will she get away? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this ep...

Listen to the stories of 2 young entrepreneurs who are building their businesses while giving back.

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Today our magic jeep visits our old friend Spider, who is up to no good! After lying to his brother about working on a farm, Spider is faced with a problem when he suddenly asks for proof. Will he be able to wiggle his way out of this sticky situation, or will his actions catch up to him? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF F...

Learn about a young innovator who's changing the world of medicine.

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Today our magic jeep travels to a faraway land, where a wise girl named Zakia earns the king’s attention. After becoming his advisor, Zakia must find a way to save the king when he finds himself in a sticky situation. Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know...

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