River Niger, Black Mother

River Niger, Black Mother
Directed byOla Balogun
Directed by
Ola Balogun
River Niger, Black Mother follows the 4184-kilometer-long River Niger from its source in Guinea through Mali, Niger and Benin to Nigeria. A passionate ode to the river, the cultures that have arisen on its shores and its role in African history, accompanied by a lyrical commentary.
Last Updated: November 14, 2025















