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DW's African Roots series portrays 50 personalities from African history. Narrated in African voices, they serve as the basis for audience debates in social media, on the radio, or at historical sites.
The now-completed 50-part series of portraits of African historical figures is the centerpiece of the multimedia project, a collaboration between DW, the Gerda Henkel Foundation and the Nigerian animation company the Comic Republic. The series personalizes the continent's history and makes it tangible. Together, the short stories create a comprehensive picture of Africa's diverse history. The series is published in six languages and is aimed mainly at a young audience.