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Afrimaxx - Modern African Lifestyle

June 29, 2023

This edition is hosted by Ann Muli from Kenya. At Mombasa’s Fort Jesus she meets with curator Fatma Twahir. Plus, Kwesi Botchway’s art, Mama Kea’s crocheted shoes and five things to do in Lilongwe, Malawi.

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