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CNN: African Voices

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African Voices is an in-depth interview show highlighting engaging personalities from across the continent of Africa. This weekly program covers a broad social spectrum – from newsmakers in politics and business to the pioneers of music, arts, and sport. (30 mins)
Laurian Lamatus teaches lessons of wildlife conservation in the Serengeti and Teddy Kinyanjui shows us how his innovative “seedballs” helps reverse deforestation in Kenya.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #17 Conservation

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This week we revisit some of our recent changemakers - Nigerian philanthropist Tony Elumelu, Kenyan youth orchestra leader Elizabeth Njoroge and Kenyan teacher of the year Peter Tabichi.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #16

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Highlighting changemakers who are inspiring children through both education and entertainment: Follow a science teacher who was awarded the 2019 Global Teacher Prize for his work in rural Kenya; in Namibia, a creative innovator is producing the country’s first original animated cartoon show for children.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #15 For the Kids

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After years in the banking world, Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu is using his experience to help those hungry to start their own businesses.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #14 Tony Elumelu

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These changemakers are making music and movies accessible in places it is normally out of reach - Elizabeth Njroge gives classical orchestra training to kids in Kenya slums and Sunshine Cinema brings their mobile movie theater to remote areas in South Africa.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #13 Movies and Music

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We showcase the stories of some recently featured changemakers: Rwandan choreographer Sherrie Silver is stepping into the role of philanthropist; ‘Camera Kids,’ a group in Rwanda using photography to empower children; Kenyan designer Ria Sejpal turns trash into fashion.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #12

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Sherrie Silver is a prominent figure in the choreography world, known for the viral music video “This is America.” But there’s more to the Rwandan dancer than her moves on the screen or the stage. We follow Silver around her home country, where she’s spearheading a youth rehabilitation project among other humanitarian endeavors.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #11 Sherrie Silver

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A fashion designer from Kenya creates a high-end ethical clothing line, all from salvaged and waste material; a South African watchmaker takes inspiration from a Zulu tradition to create time pieces worn by celebrities and dignitaries.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #10 Fashion

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Three Rwandan men, who were orphaned by unspeakable horrors, used photography to help heal their wounds; Kenyan photographer Thandiwe Muriu is using her unique eye to change perceptions of African beauty around the world.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #9 Photography

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We take a look back at some of the best moments from the past month. A freediver, eco-tourism specialist, and a Zambian hip-hop artist all show why they are changemakers.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #8 Look back

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Africans doing their part to save the planet - in Botswana, Albert Ndereki is using his lodge to teach others to reduce, reuse and recycle. Urban ecologist Frances Taylor is showing Cape Town residents how to plant beautiful gardens while saving the earth.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #7 Ecology

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We make our way to Zambia, where we meet award-winning hip-hop artist Slapdee. He is using his voice to not only belt out tunes, but to also help raise funds for orphanages. We then head over to Taonga dance studio, where the founder helps kids dance their way to a better life.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #6 Power of Entertainment in Zambia

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Endurance swimmer Sarah Ferguson is going the distance to clean up the ocean she loves, and freediver Shamier Magmoet teaches kids how to protect the deep blue sea, ensuring them a cleaner future.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #5 Ocean Conservation in South Africa

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Crystal Chigbu changes lives by providing prosthetic limbs for amputated children. Choreographer Seyi Oluyole gives children a better life through dance, and WeCyclers founder Bilikiss Adebiyi Abiola’s incentivized collection program has people in Lagos excited to recycle.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #4 Nigerian Changemakers

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The founder of WeCyclers, Nigerian Bilikiss Adebiyi Abiola, has an incentivized collection program that has people excited to recycle and earned her company international recognition; a duo in Liberia with a small-scale project to turn recycled plastic into bricks.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #3 Environmentalists

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In Nigeria, a choreographer is giving kids a better life through dance, and has even caught the attention of Rihanna. In South Africa, one woman’s passion for story telling is inspiring more children to open books.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #2 Aid Through the Arts

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African Voices starts a new chapter as we focus on some of the Changemakers who are coming up with innovative ways to have a positive impact on their communities. We highlight the work of Crystal Chigbu, a Nigerian who is changing lives by providing prosthetic limbs for amputated children after dealing with her own daughter's limb loss.

African Voices Changemakers SHOW #1 Prosthetics

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Meet aviation enthusiasts taking flight - a paraglider in Mauritius teaches others how to reach for the skies; a South African pilot breaks boundaries for women in aviation; in Kenya, a veteran hot air balloon pilot chases the sunrise.

SHOW #491 Flight

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Car enthusiasts whose passions are spinning, racing and driving: in Mauritius, a rally co-pilot takes on the largely masculine rally racing circuit; a South African spinner and drifter is a top female motor sport sensation; a vintage car enthusiast in Ghana is reviving antique wheels.

SHOW #490 Car Culture

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Uncommon jobs that are done with a passion - a telescope operator in South Africa shows us a different way of looking at our universe; a group of Egyptian women are paving the way for a female parkour community; a bee keeper in eSwatini shows us the sweet side of his job.

SHOW #489 Unique Jobs

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Words are made to be read, but these poets give them voice. A poet in The Gambia organizes a festival to develop local writers; a South African spoken word artist fuses poetry with Hip-Hop to create a unique performance style; a Nigerian poet shows us how the streets of Lagos inspire her works.

SHOW #488 Poets and the Spoken Word

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Meet the music directors who started small only to make a big name for themselves in the industry: a Ugandan filmmaker uses music videos and film to express himself; a self-taught music director from Kenya uses his millions of YouTube views and countless awards to impact his community; in South Africa, creative and innovative music videos make this director the go-to for many South African artists.

SHOW #487 Music Video Directors

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Meet athletes using fitness to drive social change: a cyclist in Lesotho is giving youth a positive outlet alongside leadership skills; a Kenyan former tennis star turned studio instructor is inspiring the country to get moving; in Cape Verde, a kitesurfer is using the sport to uplift his community.

SHOW #486 Fitness for Good

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We celebrate African musicians from the past, present and future. Senegalese musical legend Baaba Maal explains how his contributions to the Black Panther movie has kept his sound relevant. Nigeria’s self-proclaimed King of Afropop, Adekunle Gold, shows us his international appeal. And an up and coming acapella group from South Africa brings a traditional style to the world of pop.

SHOW #485 Musical Entertainers

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Aiming for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, these athletes from different disciplines have one thing in common: an untiring work ethic. We follow an Olympic sprinter from Botswana who is making the ultimate comeback after two injuries. In Egypt, a decorated track cyclist is determined to put her country on podium. And in South Africa, a cancer survivor defied all odds to win silver at the Rio Olympics, and hopes to do one better in Tokyo.

SHOW #484 Olympic Athletes

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Meet three change-makers impacting their communities through education and innovation. We met up with a Tanzanian girls' rights activist as she received her UN Human Rights Prize; a Ugandan engineer is accelerating science through robots; a social entrepreneur in Nigeria is equipping young adults with the skills to build a career.

SHOW #483 Change-makers

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Meet African designers who are taking their visions to the next level. A fashionista from Zanzibar returned home from Europe to launch her colorful clothing line; a woman in eSwatini creates handbags and backpacks from discarded food packaging; a South African design duo shows haute couture style can come out of Johannesburg.

SHOW #480 Designers

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A Mauritian ballerina learned how to leverage Instagram to boost her popularity; a Kenyan is passing the art of Capoeira to people in his country; a Tunisian belly dancer shows why her form of dance has gained her appearances on TV shows and music videos.

SHOW #479 Art of Body Movement

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Follow the journeys of three musicians with unique styles - a multi-talented rapper from Kenya is making a comeback at a festival she created ten years ago; in Mauritius, a Sega musician with a love for the planet is turning trash into instruments; a Southern singer in Eswatini is gaining international recognition for her country cords

SHOW #478 MUSIC

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Photographers from South Africa, Morocco and Kenya respectively bridge the past to the present, capture models in their best light, and show the world their continent.

SHOW #477 Photography

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One of South Africa's top surf-skiers competes in a two-day ocean race; an expedition with the pioneer of white water rafting in Eswatini; a day with a 16-year-old foil boarder.

SHOW #476 Water Sports

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A Tanzanian pianist and classical conductor, a platinum-selling musical diva from South Africa, and an Algerian architect turned songstress.

SHOW #475 Musical Passion

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A Mauritian model's swimwear line; an Ivorian designer fuses traditional culture with contemporary fashion; a Malawian fashionista's high fashion styles get worldly recognition.

SHOW #474 Fashion

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A thrill-seeking speed skater from Ivory Coast, an extreme outdoor sportsman from Kenya, and a South African multi-sport athlete who continues to push forward despite a near death experience.

SHOW #473 Unique Sports

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Nigerian hip-life artist KCee shows us the slum that shaped who he is today; two MCs from Malawi and Senegal give us a glimpse into a day in the life of an African music star.

SHOW #472 Rappers

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An artist getting global attention for her embroidery work; a woman who is able to get huge details into paintings smaller than a penny; a makeup artist who has made the human face her canvas.

SHOW #471 Alternative Art

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A Nigerian UFC fighter making a name for himself; South Africa's top female bantamweight MMA; an Olympic taekwondo athlete in Senegal training those hoping to follow in his path.

SHOW #470 Contact Sport

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A Nigerian's revolutionary ways to get the most out farmlands; a South African with uncanny knowledge of flying creatures; a deep sea fisherman during a big competition in Kenya.

SHOW #469 Nature

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We follow Angelique Kidjo, the Grammy-winning living legend from Benin, as she prepares for a big performance and profile two other rising stars from Uganda and Ghana.

SHOW #468 Women of Melody

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Meet those who've explored the guitar's cultural connections and a duo of master luthiers crafting bespoke guitars from scratch.

SHOW #467 The Guitar

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Turning a love of cartoons into a successful creative agency; use of animated characters takes child education to the next level; behind the scenes of East Africa's biggest comic convention.

SHOW #466 Cartoons and Animations

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Performers from South Africa, Tunisia and Ghana use music to express their personalities and passions.

SHOW #465 Musical Expressions

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From jewellery to science to fashion, African visionaries are bringing concepts to reality.

SHOW #464 Creators

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Behind the lens or in front of the camera, film stars from Africa are dominating box offices and film festivals the world over.

SHOW #463 Film and Beyond

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One of South Africa's most in-demand designers; an Ethiopian fashionista's hand woven details; a Nigerian footwear designer is delivers comfort and style.

SHOW #462 Fashion Designers

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Follow rising NBA star Joel Embiid across three continents to learn what's behind his international appeal and why it's so important for him to represent African on the global stage.

SHOW #461 NBA All-Star Joel Embiid

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Breakdancers from South Africa and Uganda connecting with their communities through B-boy culture; a dance crew from Kenya represents their country in an international competition.

SHOW #460 B-Boys and Dance Crews

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For these three accomplished African athletes, setbacks are used to fuel their comebacks.

SHOW #459 - Tough Sports

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Breakdancers from South Africa and Uganda connecting with their communities through B-boy culture; a dance crew from Kenya represents their country in an international competition.

SHOW #460 - B-Boys and Dance Crews

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An artist getting global attention for her embroidery work; a woman who is able to get huge details into paintings smaller than a penny; a makeup artist who has made the human face her canvas.

SHOW #457 - Alternative Art

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A South African composer travels to the U.S. to hear one of his most important compositions for the very first time; a Nigerian comedian turned playwright has created a dance-filled stage play; a Kenyan comic book creator shows us what inspires his colors

SHOW #456 - Master of Composition

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In Lagos, one rapper has quickly become a household name by his mixing poetry and philosophy into his lyrics. A female percussionist in Nairobi is breaking barriers of all kinds through her beats. And we follow a Afropop duo in Lagos whose talent has thrust them into the spotlight of the burgeoning music landscape of Nigeria.

SHOW #423 - Music Movers

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For these aquatic athletes, the water is their office. We head out with one of South Africa's top surf-skiers as he competes in a two-day ocean race. Then we go on an expedition with the pioneer of white water rafting in Eswatini. And in Cape Town, we spend the day with a sixteen-year-old who is already a decorated foil boarder.

Water Sports

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An extreme athlete in Durban catches air on everything from body boards to jet skis; a skateboarder in Cape Town has won international acclaim because of his skillful tricks.

SHOW #444 South Africa "Boarders"

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African performers know how to shine under the spotlight.

SHOW #442 Under the Spotlight

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With a turntable and a massive stage, African DJs are lighting up crowds worldwide through music.

SHOW #442 Hey Mr. DJ

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African musicians deliver messages of defiance, wellness, and inspiration. A unique South African band blends tribal and ceremonial music with modern hip-hop and neo-soul; Gambia’s first professional female kora player; a Ugandan has turned drumming jam sessions into a form of therapy.

Music Messengers

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We bring you three women with unique fashion styles. A Victoria’s Secret model from Mauritius launches a swimwear line; a designer in Ivory Coast fuses traditional culture with contemporary fashion; a fashionista from Malawi is creating high fashion styles that are getting international recognition.

Fashion

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We highlight three unique characters from three unique sports. A thrill-seeking speed skater from Ivory Coast, an extreme outdoor sportsman from Kenya, and a South African multisport athlete who continues to push forward despite a near death experience.

Unique Sports

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A Kenyan model for brands including Alexander Wang and Victoria's Secret is trying to expose new faces to the modeling industry. A photographer in Sudan is trying to create opportunities for young artists in her country. And a model-turned-entrepreneur not only graces magazine covers, she owns and publishes them too.

SHOW #441 - Women of Imagery

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We follow a London-based chef back to his homeland in Sudan as he finds inspiration for his latest cookbook. see how Kenyan Chef Raphael uses social media to share his joy of cooking. And meet a South African curator creating "food experiences" for brands like Moët.

SHOW #440 - Food Messsengers

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These African creatives are showcasing their talents on multiple platforms. You'll meet a radio host who is making a name for herself on television in Nigeria. In Tunisia, an artist is blending calligraphy with photography to make "light art." And you'll also see a filmmaker in Mauritius who is creating new scenes in the island nation.

SHOW #439 - Multimedia Stars

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In Mozambique's capital city of Maputo, a self-taught photographer is focusing on unlikely subjects in his exhibits. And see how a Nairobi native uses spray cans and ancient hieroglyphs to create massive works of art seen around the world.

SHOW #438 - An Eye for Art

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Entrepreneurs across Africa are using their keen eye for design to make a name for themselves.

SHOW #436 - Design Powerhouses

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African entertainers leave their legacy in everything from TV to music as they perform for audiences worldwide.

SHOW #435 - A Performer's Path

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African artists are taking their passions and creating portfolios that are as varied as they are vibrant, regardless of the medium.

SHOW #434 - Pushing Artistic Boundaries

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Contemporary African musicians are using a diverse range of sounds, rhythms, and beats to create some of the continent’s most popular melodies today.

SHOW #433 - Breaking the Music Mold

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A relentless drive and unwavering dedication to their passion helps athletes break records -- and boundaries. South Africa's Gift Ngoepe made history as the first African-born baseball player in the MLB.

SHOW #432 - Overcoming Obstacles

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Take a dive with a photographer in Mauritius as he introduces us to the world of deep sea photography. In Senegal, meet an artist blurring the lines between photography and painting.

SHOW #431 - Through the Lens

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Women in Africa's fashion industry are driving the styles found on runways around the world. In Ethiopia, one former international model is using fashion to empower and connect African designers.

​SHOW #430 - Female Fashionistas

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Athletes across Africa are dominating in their respective sports across the world. In Nairobi, the woman dubbed Kenya's "fittest woman" takes us into her world of workouts, recovery, and Olympic weightlifting.

SHOW #429 - Conquering the Competition

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Whether it’s pulling from the scrap heap or venturing into cow pastures, artists across Africa are drawing inspiration from unlikely places to create their pieces.

SHOW #428 - Art Across Africa

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Cooks and foodies are redefining what it means to eat well across Africa. In Nairobi, sisters Natalie and Samantha take their passion for promoting Africa and make it mobile with their food truck, Mama Rocks.

​SHOW #427 - Taste of Africa

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Explore the unexpected and unconventional in fashion. A stylist in Ghana boldly defies stereotypes to turn heads with his red-carpet ensembles.

​SHOW #426 - Unconventional Fashion

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Conquering sports that are rarely found on the continent, determined athletes across Africa have set their sights on the gold and the glory of the 2018 Winter Games.

SHOW #425 - Olympic Hopefuls

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Women have long been using their voices and talents to make a positive impact on the world around them. A Ghanan media entrepreneur uses her fame to create opportunities for disadvantaged youth in Accra.

SHOW #424 - Wonder Women

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Musicians are constantly striving to create sounds that entice and hook audiences. But for some, there is a meaning to their melodies.

SHOW #423 - Music Movers

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Some artists use art to express what's within, while others use it to express an outside experience. We start in Cape Town, South Africa, where one world-renowned artist from the Democratic Republic of Congo depicts migrants' experience in the country.

​SHOW #422 - Art Through The Ages

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For the lucky few, finding a job that fits their passion is just part of every day life. In Johannesburg, one avid bird lover turned his interest in the flying animals into a job as Soweto’s first qualified bird guide.

SHOW #421 - Cool Jobs

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For these inspiring aviators, following their dreams meant taking to the skies. Working to protect the earth’s most precious treasures, one conservationist from Kenya combines his passion for flying with his love of wildlife and the environment.

​SHOW #420 - Taking Flight

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In the media, artists across different platforms show they aren't afraid of leaving their mark on the world. One of Uganda's top fashion bloggers and columnists showcases the hottest looks of Kampala's fashion week.

​SHOW #419 - Multimedia stars

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Many art forms cannot be placed into specific categories. We meet a Kenyan who turns trash into stunning creations.

SHOW #418 - Beauty Across Forms

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Age means little when it comes to one's personal passions. A seventeen-year-old in Mauritius is proving she's got the pipes to make it in the spotlight.

SHOW #417 - Little Big Shots

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All across South Africa, artists are using their heritage as a means of expression. First, one Johannesburg actress uses her cinematic platform to tell stories on screens around the world.

​SHOW #416 - South Africa Stars

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Being the first or the best in a sport takes countless hours of hard work and perseverance.

SHOW #415 - Sports Stars

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Making it big in the music industry takes an immense amount of grit and determination. One music mogul gives back to his home country, Ghana, with a mix of different genres.

SHOW #414 - Beats That Cross Borders

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Whether they’re dancers, singers, or actors, entertainers across Africa are captivating audiences with their many talents.

SHOW #413 - Show Stoppers

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The bond between music and its message has the means to make a strong impact. In Senegal, one young group of musicians is blazing their own trail by fusing traditional West African sounds with afro rock.

​SHOW #412 - Changing Melodies

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For those looking to make it big in the food world, the recipe for success requires many ingredients. In South Africa, one culinary star is crafting a cuisine uniquely his own by using flavors from Africa and applying a French twist.

​SHOW #411 - Crafting Cuisines

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Women whose designs rule the runway must have an eye for creativity and a passion for fashion. A South African designer's brand brings new meaning to the word “unity” through colors and culture.

​SHOW #410 - Passion for Fashion

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Visual art serves as a canvas for artists to tell their stories. A skilled artist in Cape Town uses his camera as a powerful tool to drive change; one painter gets creative on taboo topics in efforts to tell stories of pop culture in Ghana.

SHOW #409 - Art Awareness

CNN: African Voices
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Breaking into the music industry in Africa requires a set of pipes and the passion to persevere. In Kenya, we caught up with renowned singer/songwriter Alisha Popat.

SHOW #408 - PASSION FOR PERFORMANCE

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Pursuing unconventional passions and defying stereotypes takes steadfast determination. In Durban, South Africa, we meet one Muslim woman who teaches surfing for a living.

SHOW #407 - Cool Jobs

CNN: African Voices
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Women across Africa are encouraging those around them to make a difference. In Zimbabwe, we meet a fashion designer giving back to her country by repurposing trash into gorgeous garments.

SHOW #406 - Women Who Inspire

CNN: African Voices
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Musicians across Africa are exploding onto the music scene with catchy beats – but they also come with a message.

SHOW #405 - Music with a Message

CNN: African Voices
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We meet three motivated athletes breaking barriers in the sports world. In South Africa, a bodybuilder shows how size doesn't count when it comes to gaining muscles.

SHOW #404 - Defying the Odds

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Whether they are posting collections online or drawing from their studios, these pioneers of fashion are becoming well recognized on the continent and beyond.

SHOW #403 - Style Influencers

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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When creativity and imagination combine, there’s no limit to the amount of artistic expression a person can show.

SHOW #402 - Curious Creatives

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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The art of telling a great story is timeless. In Lagos, Nigeria, one media maven draws on her many skills to make TV magic both in front of, and behind, the camera.

​SHOW #401 - Superstars on Screen

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Pushing their limits to follow their passions, athletes across Africa are building a legacy for themselves and their countries. In Mauritius, see how one world champion kickboxer is sparking confidence in locals.

SHOW #400 - Sport

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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The next generation of African women are leading the continent. We start in South Africa, where one actress is taking audiences by storm with her performance in a world-famous musical.

SHOW #399 - Wonder Women

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
Duration: 30 mins
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From the studio to the stage, musicians across Africa are reaching new heights in their careers by drawing on their roots. Our first stop is in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, where we meet a rising star hoping to reach worldwide fame with her bilingual music.

SHOW #398 - Musical Roots

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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rue artistic expression is never restricted by guidelines. Artists across Africa are using their imaginations and redefining the meaning of art, one piece at a time.

​SHOW #397 - Art Commentary

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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The love of competition drives the very best athletes. That passion pushes them to train harder and longer, but often with a big payoff.

​SHOW #396 - Legacy of Sport

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Talent takes time and dedication to cultivate. For some, that means defying critics and stereotypes. We start in Nairobi, where one sixteen-year-old dance prodigy is pirouetting onto the big stage.

​SHOW #395 - Modern Moves

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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From clothing lines to bag designs, fashionistas are creating new looks that challenge the traditional notions of style. In Sierra Leone, a young woman uses vibrant designs to celebrate her culture.

​SHOW #394 - Fashion Forward

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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Using materials that are tried and true to create something new is a challenge almost every artist faces. We follow three African artists reimagining the role of art.

SHOW #393 Art Reimagined

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Media mavens across Africa are taking their passion for film, fashion, and photography to new heights through social media. In Lagos, an award-winning actress with a massive fan base takes us into her world of scripts, cameras, and awards.

SHOW #392 Media Mavens

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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The lure of making music is irresistible for the best artists. In Nairobi, one of Kenya’s biggest hip hop artists is winning over audiences and topping charts with his tongue twisting lyrics and sick beats.

SHOW #391 Breakout Beats

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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A powerful performance, no matter the medium, has the ability to influence the masses. In Cape Town, one choreographer is captivating audiences with her award-winning moves.

SHOW #390 The Power of Performance

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Artists often use their environments as a source of inspiration. In Cape Town, one top photographer is among a pool of young creatives bringing the beauty of South Africa to the world.

SHOW #389 Art Through New Eyes

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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The role of an artist can be described in many ways: musician, performer, writer, to name a few. But in Kampala, Uganda one woman has a definition of her own.

SHOW #388 Leading Women

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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African food entrepreneurs are taking the continent by storm with their delicious dishes. From Nairobi to Rabat, see how familiar flavors are getting a makeover.​

​SHOW #385 Food Masters

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
Duration: 30 mins
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From South Africa’s top comedian and a pioneer of stand-up comedy in Rwanda to a Ugandan entertainer whose jokes are in demand across the country, punchlines are making people laugh across Africa.

SHOW #386 Funny Guys

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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See how artists from Nairobi to Liberia are bringing color to their world using everything from spray cans to paint brushes.

SHOW #387 The Power of Paint

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Whether they sought the spotlight or fell into it by chance, performers across Africa are daring to bare their souls on stage. We leap into the world of a top South African ballerina to see how her passion for pirouettes has turned into a successful career.

SHOW #380 Stage Stars

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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For artists, a blank canvas is just the start of a grand masterpiece. Whether it's capturing the personality of a person through photographs or adorning alleyways with thought provoking imagery, individuals are using their skills to create beauty.

SHOW #381 Art of Expression

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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From foraging for an award winning restaurant in Cape Town to revamping Nigerian dishes, chefs across Africa show us how they're tantalizing taste buds with their creations.​

SHOW #382 Culinary Creatives

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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Successful women are borne out of perseverance, passion, and positivity. Meet three fearless females using their heritage as inspiration to move their businesses forward.

SHOW #383 Fearless Females

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Meet three African athletes who climb to the top of their sports worlds and put in countless hours of hard work to build their legacy.

SHOW #384 Super Sport

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Making a splash in the arena of sports takes determination and perseverance. For a number of female athletes across Africa, their passions have them breaking barriers and setting records.

SHOW #379 Women Who Win

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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From runway fashion to interior design, the influence of style stars on the African continent is unmistakable. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, we meet a world-renowned model who is using her celebrity to empower young girls

SHOW #378 Style Sense

CNN: African Voices
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It takes guts to perform in the spotlight. For entertainers across Africa, being on stage comes as naturally as breathing.

SHOW #377 Made for the Stage

CNN: African Voices
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We hear from strong women breaking down boundaries by pursuing their passions, regardless of the challenge.

SHOW #376 Leading Ladies

CNN: African Voices
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Becoming a singing sensation takes a lot of hard work and determination. In Tanzania, one rapper is infusing local flavor with hip hop to make major hits.

SHOW #375 Sensational Singers

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Finding inspiration in everyday materials and making them beautiful is an art unto itself.

SHOW #374 Inspiring Art

CNN: African Voices
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Whether they're fashion designers or hairstylists, trendsetters across Africa are cultivating new kinds of looks that challenge the traditional notions of style.

SHOW #373 Style Stars

CNN: African Voices
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Mastering melodies is the lifelong pursuit of many musicians in Africa. We head to Johannesburg to see how one modern day Mozart is using his stellar violin skills to wow audiences.

SHOW #372 Music Masters

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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All over Africa, athletes are taking part in intense and unorthodox realms of sport. We follow a Maasai athlete in Tanzania competing for cattle by running, jumping, and throwing spears.

SHOW #371 Unorthodox Sports

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Being in the spotlight is what performing is all about. Whether it's through spoken word or dance, all eyes are on you.

​SHOW #370 In The Spotlight

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
Duration: 30 mins
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Whether on stage or online, entertainment in the digital age still relies on one important ingredient - the element of surprise

SHOW #368 Technology

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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We track some of the hottest young musical artists who are breaking ground and pushing their craft to new heights. We start in Cape Town with a powerful opera singer using her voice to open doors and turn heads

SHOW #367 Musical Heights

CNN: African Voices
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We track some of the hottest young musical artists who are breaking ground and pushing their craft to new heights. We start in Cape Town with a powerful opera singer using her voice to open doors and turn heads

SHOW #367 Musical Heights

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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Meet the athletes and sports enthusiasts chasing down their goals with everything they've got.

SHOW #366 “Going for It”

CNN: African Voices
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Art takes on a different concept when a personal fire fuels their creative passion. We start in Nairobi with memory keeper Emmanuel Jambo, named one of Forbes' most influential photographers in Africa.

SHOW #365 Art Attitude

CNN: African Voices
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The power of performance rests in the hands of the artists who pour their hearts into performing live and mesmerizing audiences everywhere.

SHOW #364 Power of Performance

CNN: African Voices
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Talented music makers often find ways to express themselves through the magic of melodies, lyrics and true musicianship.

SHOW #363 Music Makers

CNN: African Voices
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Whether it's clothes, art or aesthetics, a new generation of creatives are influencing the way we look at our world.

SHOW #362 Style

CNN: African Voices
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Some sport seekers are unafraid to take on challenges many of us would never dream of tackling. These individuals dare to push the limits and pursue their passions - regardless of the payoff.

SHOW #361 Sport Seekers

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Africa’s Music Masters are at the top of their game and still finding ways to get better. We start in Mozambique with a hip-hop star unleashing his talent to be a voice for Africa.

SHOW #360 Music Masters

CNN: African Voices
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Culinary artists in Africa are using traditional cooking techniques and ingredients to bring the continent's flavors to the rest of the world

SHOW #359 Kitchen Crafters​

CNN: African Voices
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From dance to samba to slam poetry, expressive artists are unleashing powerful performances in Africa. We start in Uganda with a daring dancer who seeks inspiration from across the continent to develop his craft and tackle social issues.

SHOW #358 Power of Performance

CNN: African Voices
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From London to New York, African styles are killing it on the catwalks and amazing the global audience. We start with a fashion icon out of Ivory Coast who is hoping to shake up the industry with his African heritage.

SHOW #357 Real Fashion

CNN: African Voices
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For many artists across Africa, art awareness means not only to illuminate but also instigate. In Liberia, we meet a renowned painter providing a mirror to the world around him.

​SHOW #356 Art Awareness

CNN: African Voices
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We call those who have dreams for a better world and better future, change makers. These individuals are shaking up the status quo and simultaneously empowering their fellow countrymen.

SHOW #355 Change Makers

CNN: African Voices
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Artists and musicians across Africa are constantly seeking ways to wow us with their sound. In Mozambique, we found a dreamer ready to do big things with his distinctive voice.

SHOW #354 Music Makers

CNN: African Voices
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Strong women across Africa are breaking down boundaries by being the best they can be - regardless of the challenge.

SHOW #353 Strong Women

CNN: African Voices
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Every four years at the Olympics, champions emerge who captivate and inspire us. Their superhuman stories of sacrifice and perseverance begin long before they arrive at the games.

SHOW #352 African Champions

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It takes vision to create unforgettable fashion. In Africa, a new generation of cutting edge designers and dreamers are creating today's 'must-have' items.

SHOW #351 Fashion Foward

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​From house and jazz to afro-pop, Africa's newest musicians are on a mission to motivate and move you. While it's always exciting to listen in on artists whose performances entertain and transport us, these musicians make sure you also feel the beat.

SHOW #350 Feeling the Beat

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There are those who choose to follow a path already paved, and there are those who dare to chart their own.

SHOW #349 Urban Masters

CNN: African Voices
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Movers and shakers in Africa are constantly finding new ways to break the mold when it comes to dance.

SHOW #348 The Art of Movement

CNN: African Voices
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Finding ways to get people to move to the beat is harder than it sounds. Even more difficult is to find meaning behind the beat. For these artists, music is the motivator they use to make their mark.

SHOW #347 ​Music's Motivators

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-07-01
Lang: English
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Passion and positivity play a large role in driving a fashion designer to create a new style and sell it. On African Voices, we follow the trendsetters who are building brands and making us all believers.

SHOW #346 Fashion's Faithful

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-06-17
Lang: English
Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
Duration: 30 min
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Sometimes the best way to understand the success of those on Up on Stage is to see their lives backstage.

SHOW #345 Up on Stage

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-06-28
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The first rule for finding an interesting job is to do what you love. People who pursue their passions often end up working very cool jobs.

SHOW #344 Cool Jobs

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-06-03
Lang: English
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When it comes to sports, there are winners and losers. For some athletes, stiff competition only strengthens their will to win.

SHOW #343 Super Sport

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-05-27
Lang: English
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When it comes to art that moves us, almost anything goes. Today, African artists are finding new ways to enlighten and educate by focusing on the unwanted and unseen.

SHOW #342 Art Provocateurs

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2016-05-20
Lang: English
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Is there such a thing as an African sound? When it comes to music, the melodies out of Africa are as varied as the performers themselves.

SHOW #341 Music

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From the joy of victory to the agony of defeat, sport spans the range of human emotion. For many, the pursuit of sport is also the pursuit of happiness.

SHOW #339 Sport

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Africans across the continent are using their talent and passions to redefine what it means to be an artist. Meet a musician in Lagos, Nigeria who once shared a stage with Paul McCartney, a South African visual artist who uses cow hide to create her pieces, and an Ethiopian painter changing the lives of children through his paintings.

SHOW #338 African Artists

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You can't find this trend in the store or in a magazine. It's a new style that's sweeping across Africa and it has nothing to do with fashion, but everything to do with strong women.

SHOW #337 Succeeding with Style

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When it comes to making it in the music industry today, it takes more than just a pulsating rhythm and a pretty face. We dig into the melody and listen in on what makes musicians tick.

SHOW #336 Music with an Attitude

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Do artists perform for us or themselves? Whether it be music, dance, or other art forms, sharing work with the public is a very personal decision.

SHOW #335 Perfecting Performance

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When it comes to sports, the ones who come in first are the fastest, strongest, and bravest. Athletes across Africa are going to incredible lengths to be the best.

SHOW #334 Athletic Adventures

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They’re the fearless movers and shakers on the continent, disrupting their respective fields with big ideas, bold beliefs and new ways of thinking. ,

SHOW #333 The Disruptors

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Look around any given street in Africa and you’ll spot urban art. Whether it’s through performances or pictures, artists are finding new ways to express themselves and capture the spirit of their city.

SHOW #332 Urban Art

CNN: African Voices
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The ‘foodie’ revolution is nothing new. But with the advent of social media, having fun with food extends well beyond the kitchen.

SHOW #331 Food Fun

CNN: African Voices
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Ever wonder what the future of music will sound like? In Africa, one can get a pretty good idea by listening to the kids. Whether it's freestyle, hip-hop, or traditional music, today's young artists are pouring heart and passion into their performances.

SHOW #330 The Future of Music

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Brash, bold, and brave are all ways to describe fashion’s future. Thanks to social media and a worldwide audience, many of today’s most daring designers in Africa are doing things very differently when it comes to making their mark

SHOW #329 Fashion's Future

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Using food to tantalize taste buds can be both an art form and a science. In cities across Africa, people are experimenting with new ways to feed the mind and soul.

SHOW #328 Fun Food

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Ever get that feeling deep down in your soul? It's like an energy running through your body yearning to burst out? It's called dance.

SHOW #327 Dancing for Joy

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Ever get that feeling deep down in your soul? It's like an energy running through your body yearning to burst out? It's called dance.

SHOW #327 Dancing for Joy

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To be a champion, it helps to have an unbreakable desire to win. Though athletes across Africa have led the pack when it comes to certain sports, the road to greatness for many has often been against all odds.

SHOW #326 Against All Odds

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A single voice has the power to make us smile, cry, and entertain us. Throw in a melody, and you've got some powerful voices that move us through music. Today's African artists have blended old with the new to come up with sounds that are all their own.

SHOW #325 Powerful Voices

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For young fashion designers across Africa, finding a way to make the familiar look fresh is a constant quest. Designing new styles takes a hands-on attitude and hours of hard work.

SHOW #324 Plasta

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Jam out with some of the most recognizable musicians in South Africa. From Cape Town’s hit-making band, Freshlyground, who famously collaborated with Shakira on the anthemic “Waka Waka” from the 2010 World Cup

SHOW #323 The Music Makers

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There are those in this world who jump straight into an experience that might frighten others. Maybe it's a little dangerous or maybe it's just something that's brand new.

SHOW #322 Daredevils

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Any foodie will tell you the recipe for a memorable dish is more than just the raw ingredients. People and presentation are also key to turning something edible into the incredible.

SHOW #321 Feeling Food

CNN: African Voices
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Most performers get their start on small stages and venues where they carefully hone their sound and find their voice.

SHOW #320 Passion to Perform

CNN: African Voices
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We live in a world where a random video, picture, or even a single tweet can get the internet buzzing and cause quite a sensation.

SHOW #319 The Power of Pictures

CNN: African Voices
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Whether on stage, in film or behind the scenes, Africa's leading ladies are making their mark in the entertainment world.

SHOW #318 Entertaining Women

CNN: African Voices
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When it comes to music these days, Africa is trending. High profile personalities, killer beats, and plenty of clicks on social media have turned artists here into global superstars

SHOW #317 Music Movers

CNN: African Voices
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Do you ever wonder what goes through the mind of an artist as they create a piece of art? From sculpting and painting to using lights to design a stunning display

SHOW #316 Uncovering Art

CNN: African Voices
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The colors and styles from Africa can inspire us, surprise us, and, when done right, lift our spirits. From making a bold statement in everyday streetwear to turning heads with a unique gown while walking down the aisle, designers across the continent are making noteworthy pieces that are uniquely African

SHOW #315 Passion for Fashion

CNN: African Voices
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As a trailblazer in an extreme sport, a champion must know how to sacrifice and face their fears head-on.

SHOW #314 Heart of a Champion

CNN: African Voices
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What if where you ate was part of how you felt about a meal? Choreographing a memorable feast is often about more than just terrific food.

SHOW #313 Destination Dinner

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Working up the courage to dance in front of others is not always easy, no matter whether the purpose is to share a passion or convey a message

SHOW #312 The Power of Dance

CNN: African Voices
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They are sharing the sidewalks and streets with you. And, for them, life is lived through an artistic lens.

SHOW #311 Africa's Art Scene

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Their voices are clear and distinct. Powerful female voices in a male-dominated world, delivering messages of empowerment that are resonating all over Africa.

SHOW #310 Powerful Female Voices

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From phones to tablets, today's generation is connected through technology. But for many, the relationships go beyond just chatting with friends.

SHOW #309 Social Media Storytellers

CNN: African Voices
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It can move us to dance and sing and it can provide the soundtrack to our daily lives. Music helps us define our cultures and establish our identities. Whether it’s the energizing beats of DJ Black Coffee.

SHOW #308 Music Makers

CNN: African Voices
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For some individuals, creating beautiful things through the combination of colors and shapes is a natural calling. The vivid imagination and keen eye for design is how these artists turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.

SHOW #307 An Eye for Design

CNN: African Voices
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Genre: CNN Business & Current Affairs
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Breathing imagination into buildings and bringing beauty into our homes, architecture is the method of molding the physical into the fantastic

SHOW #306 Modern African Architecture

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They evoke our emotions, stretch our imagination and keep us wanting more. The magic they weave behind the scenes comes to life onscreen.

SHOW #305 Leading Ladies of Entertainment

CNN: African Voices
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Whether it’s on the track, on the pitch or in the ring, it takes drive and determination to become a champion. Endless hours of training and sacrifice are normal for athletes across Africa.

SHOW #304 Champions of Sport

CNN: African Voices
Lang: English
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Everyone has a story related to food - it might be the memory of a favorite meal made by mom or a mind-blowing meal at an innovative restaurant. For foodies in Africa, the culture of African cuisine is ripe for a revolution.

SHOW #303 African Foodies

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The 'high style' fashion scene is no longer limited to the catwalks of Paris or New York. Creating a memorable look is about more than just clothes - it takes attitude and a personal story.

SHOW #302 Fashion

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The freedom of expression can be a mighty force. Whether it's in the lyrics of a song, spoken over radio waves, or revealed in the verses of a poem, the power of words is clear.

SHOW #301 Power of Words

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They’re the people who dare to push limits in ways many of us can never imagine.

SHOW #300 Extreme Sports

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In every city, there’s a buzz that has nothing to do with traffic noise or crowds.

SHOW #299 Rhythm of the City

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He joined the circus at the age of 16 and performed for 20 years before starting his own school of acrobatics.

SHOW #298 Winston Ruddle

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He found his gift for music and dance in the neighborhoods of Kampala, but was influenced by musicians beyond his home country.

SHOW #297 Tekya "Abramz" Abraham

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Following in his father's footsteps, he has become one of Tanzania's most admired Gogo musicians

SHOW #296 Msafiri Zawose

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His passion for wildlife inspired him to become a park ranger at the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda

SHOW #295 Edwin Sabuhoro

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When her son was diagnosed with autism, Ethiopian Zemi Yenus quit her successful career as a beautician to help him learn to speak

SHOW #294 Zemi Yenus

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For nearly 50 years, Ugandan Sanaa Gateja has expressed himself through art

SHOW #293 Sanaa Gateja

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He has a scientific theory named after him and achieved global recognition in his field.

SHOW #292 Francis Allotey

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She’s been dribbling and taking shots on goal since childhood. In high school, her football skills earned her a spot on Uganda’s first Women’s National Team. Now, she’s that team’s first female coach.

SHOW #291 Majida Nantanda

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His house has a space he calls "the jokes factory" because it's filled with materials, like Reader's Digest magazines and Shakespeare works, which inspire his stand-up routines

SHOW #290 Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomerere

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A doctor saved him from a life threatening illness when he was a child. Since then, Dr. Oheneba Boachie Adjei has spent decades striving to save the lives of others

SHOW #289 Dr. Oheneba Boachie Adjei

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He's a doctor hoping to use natural ingredients to tackle one of Africa's biggest health problems: malaria. For Dr. Bola Olaosebikan, his interest in medicine developed during childhood pharmacy visits with his grandmother

SHOW #288 Dr. Bola Olaosebikan

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He was born just before a turbulent era in Rwanda’s history and spent a few years of his childhood living on the streets. After a chance meeting with someone who would help change his life, Pacifique Niyonsenga turned his experience of surviving on the streets into a life of public service.

SHOW #287 Pacifique Niyonsenga

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As a child she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, but that didn't stop her from eventually establishing her own software company in Ghana

SHOW #286 Farida Bedwei

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He found his calling when he launched his own radio station in Malawi. Met media entrepreneur Gospel Kazako, who is using radio and television to inform and educate fellow Malawians

SHOW #285 Gospel Kazako

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He's spent his life learning how to make all types of products, from bricks to candles

SHOW #284 Maalik Kayondo

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She was inspired by her step mother’s beauty routine as a child and worked as a makeup artist while she was an undergraduate at Lagos State University. Her passion for cosmetics has led to the creation of one of the largest makeup empires in Nigeri

SHOW #283 Tara Fela Durotoye

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SHOW #282 Joseph Makwakwa

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #281 Segenet Kelemu

CNN: African Voices
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SHOW #280 Andre Hartman

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #278 Qabaniso ‘Q’ Malewizi

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #277 Olajumoke Adenowo

CNN: African Voices
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SHOW #276 Elson Kambalu

CNN: African Voices
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SHOW #275 Isabelle Kamariza

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #274 Francisca Okeke

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #272 Amos Wekesa

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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SHOW #271 Stanley Kamau

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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Her life’s passion is protecting the natural forests of her country by educating locals on the benefits of preservation.

SHOW #270 Madeleine Nyiratuza

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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She worked as a veterinary doctor in Tanzania, but the loss of her husband made her switch careers.

SHOW #269 Victoria Kisyombe

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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She’s a popular South African talk show host who made her name by breaking boundaries as a model.

SHOW #268 Refilwe Modiselle

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2015-01-21
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He’s the founder of the largest private airline in Tanzania, but started from humble beginnings in Rombo, a rural district near Kilimanjaro.

SHOW #267 Michael Shirima

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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She hopes to prove women can compete alongside men, one superbike race at a time.

SHOW #266 Janine Davies

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He's one of the few neurosurgeons practicing in Zambia but still finds time to balance his life with pursuits outside the hospital.

SHOW #265 Kachinga Sichizya

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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From her home country of Malawi to the runways of London, Lilly Alfonso is making her name by creating garments with a uniquely African flavor.

SHOW #264 Lilly Alfonso

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Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He takes great joy in making others in his home country of Kenya laugh and smile.

SHOW #263 Daniel Ndambuki

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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In Zambia, one woman has embraced the arts as a means to preserve and promote the culture of her homeland.

SHOW #262 Mulenga Kapwepwe

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He's using the power of the written word to empower the youth in Ethiopia. Yohannes Gebregiorgis is an Ethiopian librarian who is hoping to have a positive impact on his country, one child and one book at a time.

SHOW #261 Yohannes Gebregiorgis

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He's a writer who can tell different stories set in all types of genres. His books have garnered him international recognition and his writing is slowly changing the perception of Malawian literature.

SHOW #260 Shadreck Chikoti

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He coordinates East Africa's longest running film festival on an island where there are no cinemas.

SHOW #259 Martin Mhando

CNN: African Voices
Release Date: 2014-12-09
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He owns Uganda's biggest conglomerate and is known internationally for revolutionizing Uganda's business sector.

SHOW #258 Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia

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Release Date: 2014-12-09
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