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African Perspectives for January 29th, 2023

By Akinloye Ojo
Published June 8, 2023 at 4:12 PM EDT

January 29

This week on African Perspectives, news from the African delegates to the World Cup in Qatar. Tune in for the latest news from the African continent.

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Artist: Soweto Gospel Choir

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