The Sunday, 1 March episode of Carte Blanche features British explorer James Ketchell navigating his yacht, providing viewers with an insight into the determination and expertise needed to traverse expansive seas and venture into the unfamiliar.
Having faced numerous extreme trials, Ketchell is known for rowing across the Atlantic, reaching the summit of Mount Everest, and piloting a gyrocopter around the globe.
Currently, he is on a mission to sail around the world, aiming to become the first individual to complete a circumnavigation of Earth using air, land, and sea transport.
However, Ketchell’s endeavor goes beyond mere record-breaking; he seeks to combine adventure with scientific purpose, leveraging his expedition to promote research and enhance global awareness regarding the oceans.
Credibility among South African viewers
Carte Blanche is an investigative journalism program from South Africa that is broadcast on M-Net every Sunday at 19:00.
Premiering on 21 August 1988, it has spent over 34 years building trust with South African audiences through in-depth investigations into corruption, consumer rights, and contemporary issues.
