Columbia, MD (PRWEB) July 3, 2006
-- This week, a US-based African TV Network announced plans to lease
Comcast cable channels in the Baltimore and Washington DC areas. The
plan is to expand the availability in the U.S. of television programs
produced in Africa. "Starting July 31, audiences will be able
to see African TV Network programming on Comcast ch. 81 in Baltimore
County, ch. 79 in Baltimore City, and ch. 77 in Washington DC,"
said Clement Afforo, founder of the African TV Network.
The Network offers a wide selection of television programs created
in Africa, ranging from news, and current affairs, to sports coverage,
to Africa's always popular soaps and TV series.
"We've had great success showing dramatic programs that are
popular in Africa, such as "Games People Play," "Sun
City," and the hit comedy "Taxi Driver," Afforo said.
The African TV Network appeals mainly to a large, diverse audience
of African immigrants living in the United States. Many members
of the African-American and Caribbean communities also tune into
the Network's programming.
"We found that while networks frequently cover events from
Africa, they almost exclusively focus on war and famine. African
culture is far more diverse than that. We're committed to bringing
the quality entertainment, drama, and comedy that African TV programming
offers. With us, you get a much more rounded view of what Africa
is all about." Afforo pointed out.
The network supports programming and operations through advertising
sales. Currently there are spot availabilities in number of programs,
including 30 second, 60 second, and sponsorship of programs. Rates
are kept reasonable so local Baltimore and Washington DC area businesses
can easily afford to reach the Network's large and active audiences.
"Not only does the African TV Network greatly enrich the lives
of our communities, but we give local businesses an opportunity
to reach these important and growing audiences," Afforo said.
Get more information on programs, advertising, and the African
TV Network at http://www.africantvnetwork.com.
Contact:
African TV Network
Clement Afforo
443-319-5481 |