# Where to watch Mama Africa (2011) in the UK

> Mama Africa (2011) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2011  
**Runtime:** 92 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.6/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T22:09:58.959Z)  

## Synopsis

Miriam Makeba was one of the first African musicians who won international stardom and whose music was always anchored in her traditional South African roots. Miriam Makeba was forced into exile in 1959.  She sang for John F. Kennedy, performed with Harry Belafonte and Nina Simone, was married to Hugh Masekela and also Stokely Carmichael.  Her life was tumultuous. She always stood for truth and justice. She fought for the oppressed most importantly for black Africans, as a campaigner against apartheid. She died November 2008 after a concert in Italy.  Mika Kaurismäki's documentary, traces fifty years of her music and her performing life. Through rare archive footage of her performances and through interviews with her contemporaries we discover the remarkable journey of Miriam Makeba.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Mama%20Africa)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Mama%20Africa)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Mama Africa in the UK?**

Mama Africa (2011) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Mama Africa?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Mama Africa?**

Yes. Mama Africa can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Mama Africa on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Mama Africa is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/122140/mama-africa-2011
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/1XBZxfMyhQdy5j66prqw1sr4VW1.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/122140/mama-africa-2011.json

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