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201251 minGdocumentary

Renascimento Africano

201251 minGdocumentary

Fifty years of independence in West Africa are examined through testimonials from intellectuals, politicians, and religious leaders in Dakar, Senegal.

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Zózimo Bulbul,

Mansour Sora Wade

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Fifty years of independence in West Africa are examined through testimonials from intellectuals, politicians, and religious leaders in Dakar, Senegal.

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Zózimo Bulbul

Zózimo Bulbuldirector

Mansour Sora Wadedirector

Zózimo Bulbul

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Iba der Thiamcast

Ndiwar Tourécast

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Dakar, Senegal, serves as the backdrop for testimonials from intellectuals, politicians, and religious leaders. They discuss the 50 years of independence for West African countries. The film also examines a recently created sculpture in Senegal that symbolizes the African renaissance. Through these perspectives, the documentary presents a reflection on the region's history and cultural identity since gaining independence.

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