Fun, fierce and fantastical African art

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August 29, 2017 Today's TED Talk Fun, fierce and fantastical African art 05:10 minutes · TED2017 We're so used to narratives out of Africa being about war, poverty and devastation, says TED Fellow Wanuri Kahiu. Where's the fun? Introducing "AfroBubbleGum" -- African art that's vibrant, lighthearted and without a political agenda. Rethink the value of all that is unserious as Kahiu explains why we need art that captures the full range of human experiences to tell the stories of Africa. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day The rise of Africa's next generation What's the biggest influence on Africa's future? Its youth. Join the conversation with Africa's present leaders who seek to inspire and empower the generations of leaders to come. Watch » 5 talks · Total run time 1:23:22   Download the TED app

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