I don't think there's a single industry that isn't impacted by the negative stereotypes of africa. So i think the people in dathri can play a huge role in every sece. I mean, i could go on, but i'm going to shareher the stage and read out some of these questions. If we have time at then maybe i can pick upon a couple more questions. But there is a question from sarah, what role can the d pa playin deconstructing these stereotypes?
Journalist and writer Dipo Faloyin's new book, Africa Is Not A Country, looks to challenge overly simplistic narratives for one of the most culturally diverse regions on Earth. The African continent is home to over 2,000 languages – from Igbo to Xhosa, Franglais to Yoruba – and comprises countries as politically varied as post-Arab Spring Egypt, fast-growing Ghana, and increasingly authoritarian Rwanda. Joining Dipo to discuss it is our host, the award-winning journalist Yousra Elbagir.
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