Plot Synopsis

Adapted from characters created by South Africans Marc Dey and Kelly Dillon, KIYA & THE KIMOJA HEROES is a half-hour action-adventure animated series that follows Kiya, a seven-year-old African girl, whose passions in life are dancing and martial arts, which also become her superpowers. When Kiya, also known by her superhero name "Dance Ninja", and her two best friends, Jay, also known by his superhero name "Flying Rockstar," and Motsie, also known by her superhero name "Tech Racer," put on their headbands adorned with mystical Kimoja crystals, they transform into superheroes and can perform special moves inspired by their passions, like Kiya's "pirouette POW". Together they are the team of superheroes known as the Kimoja Heroes, ready to unite their community! These three Kimojans, known as "Flawed Friends," cause mischief and chaos, motivated by classic preschooler foibles like jealousy, competitiveness and envy. When these kids make a mess, only the Kimoja Heroes can shine bright and make things right to restore harmony to the city, combining everyday preschool experiences with superhero awesomeness. Each half-hour episode features two stories.