African Queens - Episode Guide

In the kingdom of Ndongo, the king becomes a target as the opposition grows stronger. With loyalties divided at home, Njinga seeks a new ally on her own.

A desperate Mbande asks for help from Njinga, who attempts to make peace with the Portuguese. After an unexpected death, Njinga takes on a pivotal role.

Now on the throne, Njinga must grow her army and solidify her power. In need of resources, she makes sacrifices and strikes a deal with a former enemy.

Tensions run high as Njinga negotiates with a European power to save her own as she moves to establish an independent kingdom and be recognized as queen.

Fulfilling her father's wish, a young Cleopatra ascends the throne in Egypt amid sibling rivalries and forms an alliance with a noted Roman leader.

The birth of a child unites Rome and Egypt, putting Cleopatra in a favorable position until a shocking murder puts her and her son's lives under threat.

Cleopatra forges a strategic relationship for personal gains as Egypt thrives under her rule. Later, she makes a bold decision in the heat of battle.

While Octavian and the Roman army target Egypt, crises erupt on and off the battlefield. Can Cleopatra protect herself, her children and her empire?