<p>African Voices goes into the octagon to explore mixed martial arts with ​​South African middleweight UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis. CNN’s Larry Madowo spoke with him a few months after his title fight against American Sean Strickland to discuss his historic win, his journey, and what’s in store for his next fight.</p>
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How South Africa got its first UFC middleweight champ

African Voices goes into the octagon to explore mixed martial arts with ​​South African middleweight UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis. CNN’s Larry Madowo spoke with him a few months after his title fight against American Sean Strickland to discuss his historic win, his journey, and what’s in store for his next fight.

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<p>African Voices goes into the octagon to explore mixed martial arts with ​​South African middleweight UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis. CNN’s Larry Madowo spoke with him a few months after his title fight against American Sean Strickland to discuss his historic win, his journey, and what’s in store for his next fight.</p>
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How South Africa got its first UFC middleweight champ
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How Nigerian music executives are turning Canada into Africa's next global gateway
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<p>World-renowned contemporary visual artist Julie Mehretu is known<strong> </strong>for her large-scale abstract works exploring themes of history and globalism. In an interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo in Nairobi, Kenya<strong>, </strong>Mehretu discusses her mission to help African creatives thrive.</p>
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How Ethiopian-born abstract artist Julie Mehretu is helping African artists
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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu’s rise from Big Brother housemate to Africa’s most famous host
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<p>Nigerian musician Falana calls her music a faithful old car — full of memories, emotion and heart. CNN’s Lamide Akintobi rides along as Falana shares the inspiration that keeps her going.</p>
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My Drive with Falana
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How two of Africa's top female fighters are using their platform for change
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<p>From defying her strict upbringing to breaking barriers in the cage, Juliet Ukah has fought her way into history. She’s now the first African woman signed to the Professional Fighters League (PFL), proving that dreams can survive even the toughest odds. Larry Madowo sat down with her to hear how she did it for African Voices Playmakers.</p>
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African Voices Playmakers: Nigeria's Juliet Ukah fighting for change
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How NBA Africa's CEO Clare Akamanzi is using basketball to fuel opportunity and growth
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