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Captivating moments from Africa: January 3 - 9, 2025

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Captivating moments from Africa: January 3 - 9, 2025

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  • Revellers filled the streets of Cape Town for Tweede Nuwe Jaar, a colorful festival rooted in South Africa's slave history.
  • In Accra, John Mahama officially became Ghana's president, symbolically wielding the state sword during his inauguration.
  • Tourists ventured in hot air balloons over Luxor, Egypt, witnessing recently unearthed archaeological treasures.
  • A protest in Nairobi highlighted police detentions as citizens called for the release of government critics.
  • The Vodun festival in Benin featured a Kokou initiate, celebrating the nation's heritage with traditional rituals.

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