Renowned Travel and Migration Influencer WakaWaka Doctor has debuted his long-anticipated travel television show, ‘WakaWaka World’, on News Central, ushering in a new era of lifestyle programming that blends exploration, culture, and storytelling for audiences across Africa and beyond.

The show, which airs every Saturday at 10 AM WAT as part of News Central’s Breakfast Xtra, is positioned to become a leading source of travel inspiration for viewers eager to discover both local and international destinations.

WakaWaka World is built around WakaWaka Doctor’s passion for uncovering hidden gems, demystifying global travel, and empowering Africans with practical knowledge about tourism, migration, cultural experiences, and global mobility. Known widely across digital platforms for his engaging travel content and his ability to break down complex travel processes into clear, relatable insights, WakaWaka Doctor brings the same credibility and charm to television.

His transition from digital influencer to TV show host marks a significant milestone in his career and reflects the growing demand for curated, trustworthy travel information tailored to African audiences.

The programme showcases an array of destinations—from vibrant African cities and serene local escapes to globally renowned international hotspots.

Each episode blends visual storytelling with WakaWaka Doctor’s signature commentary, offering viewers not just beautiful scenery but meaningful context. Audiences can expect to learn about local cuisines, historical landmarks, cultural practices, lifestyle nuances, and travel tips that make each location unique.

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Whether he is exploring a bustling market, experiencing a cultural festival, or highlighting simplified travel routes and opportunities, WakaWaka Doctor’s goal is to make the world feel accessible to the everyday African viewer.

In promotional visuals ahead of the debut, WakaWaka Doctor appears enthusiastic and inviting, giving a confident thumbs-up as he encourages audiences to join him on his weekly adventures. It reflects the tone of the show—warm, engaging, and full of excitement. It also signals a new direction for News Central, which continues to expand its portfolio of human-interest programmes that resonate with younger, dynamic audiences.

The broadcaster believes that WakaWaka World will not only entertain but also broaden viewers’ horizons, inspiring them to consider travel as a tool for personal growth, education, and global connection.

News Central has made the show accessible across multiple platforms to ensure wide viewership. Audiences can watch on DStv Channel 422, GOtv Channel 23, StarTimes Channel 274, and YouTube via the official @NewsCentralAfrica channel, making the programme available to both traditional television viewers and digital audiences around the world.

By streaming online, the show also appeals to the African diaspora, many of whom follow WakaWaka Doctor’s travel insights closely.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.

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