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Power of Hip Hop

Wanjiku Mwaura
April 20, 2023

This week, we uncover how hip-hop can empower Africa’s youth. In Gambia, rapper KillaAce takes us around his city. Then we head over to the coastal town Dakar, Senegal, where female rapper Evy Crazy tells us about the obstacles of being a female rapper. Then we chat with musical duo P-Square in an exclusive interview. Finally, slam artist Ibrahim Handane takes us on a tour of Timbuktu.

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The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth

77 percent of Africans are younger than 35. But they are also the least represented demographic. It's time their voices are heard as they shape the future of Africa. We bring you hard-hitting reports, personal stories and lively discussion direct from the continent about the issues that matter most.

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