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    Arts + Culture
    20 December 2024

    What's in A Name: How African Names Get Lost in Translation

    From NBA stars to Grammy nominees, prominent Africans have often had their names misspelled or mispronounced. While some have pushed back and reclaimed it, others embrace it.

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    Sir Akwetey, Rumi Kehinde And Other Alternative African Middle Names Beyoncé Should've Used

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