1. Which are the participating countries in BIG BROTHER 5?

There are 14 participating countries. Angola, Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

2. Why were these countries selected to participate?

The countries participating in BBA were selected using two main criteria – their large DStv subscriber base and the general response from audiences in these countries to previous editions of Big Brother Africa.

3. What is the prize for the winner of BBA5?

The prize for the winner of the series is now a phenomenal USD 200 000.

4. Why is M-Net screening BBA 5?

Television audiences across the continent, who have tuned in to the first 4 seasons of Big Brother Africa on DStv, continue to embrace this format and have made Big Brother Africa a popular entertainment choice. Due to the ongoing popularity of the series, M-Net has decided to screen a fifth season of the series.

5. How long will BBA 5 last?

The new BBA is scheduled to begin on Sunday July 18, 2010 and will run for 91 days.

6. Who is the host of BBA?

Charming Nigerian television and radio star I.K. Osakioduwa whose easy humor and professional style are well known will return to the BIG BROTHER stage for a second time.

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