<p>Larry Madowo highlights the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing musicians using their art to create impact. Ghana’s Kofi Kinaata shares how his socially conscious lyrics address issues like migration and sustainability while celebrating his roots in Takoradi. Meanwhile, Tanzania’s Alikiba, the king of Bongo Flava, discusses his 20-year career and his new project, Crown Media, a platform he hopes to use to empower the next generation of creatives.</p>
How Bongo Flava Icon Alikiba and Ghanaian rapper Kofi Kinaata are using their star power to make a difference

Larry Madowo highlights the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing musicians using their art to create impact. Ghana’s Kofi Kinaata shares how his socially conscious lyrics address issues like migration and sustainability while celebrating his roots in Takoradi. Meanwhile, Tanzania’s Alikiba, the king of Bongo Flava, discusses his 20-year career and his new project, Crown Media, a platform he hopes to use to empower the next generation of creatives.

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<p>Larry Madowo highlights the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing musicians using their art to create impact. Ghana’s Kofi Kinaata shares how his socially conscious lyrics address issues like migration and sustainability while celebrating his roots in Takoradi. Meanwhile, Tanzania’s Alikiba, the king of Bongo Flava, discusses his 20-year career and his new project, Crown Media, a platform he hopes to use to empower the next generation of creatives.</p>
How Bongo Flava Icon Alikiba and Ghanaian rapper Kofi Kinaata are using their star power to make a difference
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