Tanzania new president: Samia Suluhu Hassan sworn in as the first female leader

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Published Apr 24, 2021

In this edition, Tanzania's first female president is sworn in. Samia Suluhu Hassan takes over from President Magufuli who died on Wednesday. We bring you more on her life and career. Also, Congo-Brazzaville is set to vote in Presidential elections this Sunday with Denis Sassou Nguesso aiming for a fourth term. Critics have accused him of cracking down on dissent by arresting opponents. Our team in Brazzaville meets activists speaking out against the regime. Finally, we take a look at the work of Nigerian designers weaving contemporary designs into traditional West African fabrics.

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