African Perspectives for January 22nd, 2023

By Akinloyè Òjó

Published June 8, 2023 at 4:01 PM EDT

January 22

This week on African Perspectives, we remember two members of the University of Georgia's community, Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy. Our condolences go out to their families.

We also bring you updates from Benin and Ethiopia.

January 22 Playlist:

Album: Soweto Gospel Choir

Artist: Soweto Gospel Choir

11) Umbombela

Album: Oumou Sangare

Artist: Oumou Sangare

1) Saa Mangi

Album: Devotion

Artist: African Children's Choir

14) Amazing Grace

Album: Acoustic Africa

Artist: Various Artists

4) Sedjedo

5) Basimanyana

9) Baro

10) Paleo

Album: Mori Iyanu

Artist: Tope Alabi

7) Opin Aye

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Akinloyè Òjó

Akinloyè Òjó, PhD is a professor in the Department of Comparative Literature and Intercultural Studies at the University of Georgia (UGA). He is also the current Director in the UGA African Studies Institute (ASI). Dr. Òjó is a published author and poet. He is the creator and host of WUGA's weekly radio show 'African Perspectives', which has been on the air since 1997.

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