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Dreaming Whilst Black

Series 1

The Birth

Duration: 22 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC ThreeLatest broadcast: on BBC Three HD

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Funmi’s due date is fast approaching, meaning Kwabena is desperately trying to find somewhere new to live - but given his financial situation and the housing crisis in London, it’s proving difficult.

When Funmi goes into labour, a nervous Maurice is more on edge than ever. Doctors at the hospital refuse to take Funmi's concerns seriously, and her life may well soon hang in the balance.

At home, Kwabena’s aunt Stephanie is worried about her son Dorvin - a cheeky, aspiring rapper who has fallen in with the wrong crowd. Stephanie asks Kwabena to pass on Dorvin’s CV to his old recruitment colleagues in the hope of keeping him out of trouble. Kwabena promises to help.

With everything going on, Kwabena is forced to reconsider his priorities and realises just how important Vanessa is to him. Is it too late to confess his true feelings? Show less

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