New reality TV show, 'The Residence Afrika' premieres March 2022, announces N206M grand prize

The Residence Afrika Reality TV Show will promote African culture and air on local platforms for viewers globally.

Nigerian company, Africa Network Entertainment Limited (ANEL) has announced plans for the premiere of its much-awaited reality TV Show; The Residence Afrika.

The first season of the Show tagged The Quest Edition will debut in March 2022 with 24 contestants from Anglophone countries in Africa competing for the grand prize of $500,000 (N206M).

Chairman of ANEL and Executive Producer of The Residence Afrika; Mr Kelechi Freeman Ukadike made this known at the launch party of the reality TV Show held on Saturday in Lagos, Nigeria.

Chairman of ANEL and Executive Producer of The Residence Afrika; Mr Kelechi Freeman Ukadike

He stated that, “There is a possibility for the contestants to win more than $500,000 because they will all have the opportunity to showcase their knowledge, talents and business skills throughout the Show especially during brand tasks."

The project manager of the show, Mr Chuks Anyaduba, said that the goal is to curb political upheavals and misunderstandings created by cultural diversity.

L-R: Vice-Chairman and Director, The Residence Afrika; Jim Iyke, Chairman of Africa NetworkEntertainment Limited (ANEL) and Executive Producer of The Residence Afrika; Mr KelechiFreeman Ukadike, Project Director, ANEL and The Residence Afrika; Melvin Oduah, ProjectManager, The Residence Afrika; Mr Chuks Anyaduba and Business Man, Mr Fidelis Ofili

This will be achieved by showcasing and harmonizing the value systems of different ethnic groups in Africa on the Show.

The Vice-Chairman and Director of the Show, and movie star; Jim Iyke said, “After two years of planning and preparation, the Show’s first season will be aired in Africa and around the world including the United States and the United Kingdom.”

The Vice-Chairman and Director of the Show, and movie star; Jim Iyke

Organisers are also working on ensuring viewers can vote for their favourite contestants by purchasing credits via digital solutions.

Viewers will be able to watch the Show on The Residence Afrika app which will be available on Google Playstore and the App Store.

Music star Jaywon performed at the event

They can also have direct conversations with the contestants and choose their Star contestant of the week, every week of the Show.

Auditions will be open to Africans irrespective of status, gender and background. All contestants will apply online through a transparent audition process.