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Tuesday, March 23, 2010

EASTENDERS 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Viewers in Africa will be able to see special episode on March 30.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of East Enders, on February 19 in the UK, the episode will be beamed live to the nation's screens for the first time in its history. Viewers in Africa will be able to see this special episode on March 30 and the live recording is sure to add an extra thrill to the dramatic Albert Square action.

Over the past 25 years, EastEnders has brought some of the most notorious characters and memorable moments in British soap history to the small screen. From magical matrimonies, family feuds, surprise new arrivals, through to those unforgettable storylines tackling issues such as teenage pregnancy, HIV, and the more recent mental health and child abuse storylines, EastEnders has always stimulated debate as well as providing addictive entertainment.

The live episode will deliver all the high drama and excitement viewers expect, not to mention the conclusion to a big storyline which will have everyone asking "Who dunnit?"

EastEnders can be seen on March 30 at 17h00 on BBC Entertainment (channel 120 on DStv)