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Community centre
Burkinabè architect Diébédo Francis Kéré sees his projects as hubs for nearby residents, even enlisting their help to build them.
Setting the tempo
She’s one of Africa’s greatest stars but the legendary singer is still fighting for change for the continent’s youth.
Balance of power
As foreign goverments and corporations circle Senegal’s newfound energy resources, its stable and progressive capital, Dakar, is learning how to best channel its influence and growth.
Waste warriors
The vast amounts of plastic dumped in Senegal is suffocating the West African nation. But it is finally waking up to the problem as companies drive forward initiatives to help the country clean up…
Material world
A firm in a small Dutch town is dressing the women of west Africa – and business is better than ever.
Africa/Middle East
West Africa wants its money back from France, the UAE's "Poetry Idol" and Japan's aid to Africa.
