Big Brother Africa is back, hits screens Sept. 7

Lagos – Africa’s biggest reality series is set to hit the screen again from Sept. 7, and fans should be ready to be dazzled for the drama, loads of laughter and tears.

The assertion is contained in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of Showbizplusng, Azuh Amatus.

“It’s Big Brother Time and since the first season, the reality series has attracted some funny, dramatic, weird and wonderful characters that have kept viewers glued to the screens 24/7.

“Some housemates who have been part of this huge show have had their talents realised.

“And they have gone on to grace TV screens; newspapers and have their profiles trending on every social media site, blog and website.

“Season 9 is no different; in fact, housemates and viewers alike will be pleasantly surprised at how “Biggie“ intends to rise to this one.

“And in truth, Big Brother fashion, fans of the show and potential housemates will have to wait and see how it will turn dreams of some deserving and eager youngsters into reality.

“And subsequently transform them into household names,’’ the statement said.

It added that “entry is open to the same 14 countries with the only exception being Angola which will be replaced by newcomers Rwanda.

“As a result of the change, participating countries this year are Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

“Entries are only open to persons over the age of 21 who are citizens of one of the participating countries and must have a valid passport.

“Producers are looking for persons who are entertaining and passionate about the Big Brother experience; and they have to be fluent in English language.

“Audition dates will be finalised in June and more information on BIG BROTHER AFRICA 9 will be made available over the next month,” the statement said. (NAN)