MTA5 Africa

MTA5 Africa is a regional channel of Muslim Television Ahmadiyya International (MTA International), the global satellite television network of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. MTA International was founded in 1994 as the brainchild of Hadhrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, the fourth Khalifa (Khalifat-ul-Masih IV), with the stated aim of providing a positive alternative in the broadcasting world. The network operates as a division of Al-Shirkatul Islamiyyah and is funded by the community rather than by commercial sponsorship or license fees, which allows it to concentrate on producing a variety of programmes without commercial pressure. MTA International broadcasts internationally in up to eight languages simultaneously and produces programmes covering religion, culture, education and current affairs. Its output includes Friday sermons, Jalsa Salana (annual convention) coverage, documentaries, discussion programmes and children's content. The network has kept pace with technology, broadcasting in both analogue and digital formats and maintaining a strong digital presence through its website, apps and satellite distribution. MTA5 Africa serves audiences across the African continent as one of the network's regional language and area channels. Like other MTA regional services, it produces and transmits content tailored to local audiences while remaining part of the global MTA International structure. The channel is non-commercial and is operated as part of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's charitable and religious broadcasting activities. As a sub-brand of MTA International, MTA5 Africa shares the parent network's mission of educating viewers and providing family-oriented programming. Its programming is distributed via satellite and online platforms, and it forms part of a wider portfolio of MTA channels that together reach a global audience.

Muslim Television Ahmadiyya International (MTA International) was established in 1994 as the brainchild of Hadhrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, Khalifat-ul-Masih IV. From its inception, MTA was conceived as a unique channel with a focus on producing programmes that could be enjoyed by people of all ages at all times. It recognised the significant role television plays in the world and devoted itself to applying that influence positively for the purpose of educating its viewers. A defining characteristic of MTA International is its funding model. The network's future is not dependent upon commercial sponsorships or license fees, which allows it to concentrate on producing a variety of programmes on a range of subjects for viewers in all parts of the world without sacrificing standards. This non-commercial approach has enabled MTA to maintain editorial independence and focus on its religious and educational mission. MTA International broadcasts internationally in up to eight languages simultaneously and features programmes focusing on the different cultures of the world and the environments in which they exist. The network has kept pace with technology, broadcasting in both analogue and digital formats, with most of its broadcast now in digital. It uses state-of-the-art equipment in filming, editing and enhancing its programmes. Over the years, MTA International has expanded its reach through a portfolio of regional and language-specific channels. MTA5 Africa is one such regional service, serving audiences across the African continent. The network's programming includes Friday sermons, Jalsa Salana (annual convention) coverage from around the world, documentaries, discussion programmes and children's content. MTA also involves itself in all aspects of television from production through to transmission. MTA International operates as a division of Al-Shirkatul Islamiyyah (Charity No. 295197, Reg. No. 2051424) and is part of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's global media activities. The network continues to produce and distribute content via satellite, online platforms and mobile apps, maintaining its mission of providing quality family viewing across the globe.

• 1994

  MTA International founded by Hadhrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, Khalifat-ul-Masih IV.

• MTA5 Africa operates as a regional channel serving the African continent.

Non-commercial, family-oriented Islamic satellite television providing a positive alternative in broadcasting.

• Friday Sermon

  Weekly Friday sermon broadcasts.

• Jalsa Salana coverage

  Coverage of annual conventions worldwide.

• Documentary

  Documentary programmes including convert stories.

• Ramadan Reflections

  Programme discussing topics tied to spiritual development.

1. 1MTA Internationalmta.tv
2. 2About Us - MTA Internationalmta.tv
3. 3A Convert's Story | Jalsa Salana UK 2025mta.tv
4. 4The Story Of Joseph - Ramadan Reflectionmta.tv
5. 5MTA5 Africa - Wikidatawikidata.org