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Has Christmas lost its meaning among young Africans?

Jane Nyingi
December 20, 2023

Christmas, for many people, is a holiday season that provides opportunities for families to reunite. It also allows us to take a break from our daily routine and reflect on the year gone by. But is Christmas, which celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, losing its meaning? How has the economy affected Christmas? And how is Christmas today compared to years ago? #77Percent #DWAfrica

https://p.dw.com/p/4aOll

Host: Jane Nyingi

Debate: Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana

Debate: Alertha Banda in Malawi 

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The 77 Percent Podcast

The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth

A weekly podcast for the 77% of Africans who are under 35 years of age. We're a generation of confident, dynamic young people who are shaping Africa's future. You can listen below — or on your favorite podcast platform.

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