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African athletes uplift their countries with Olympic pursuits

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African athletes uplift their countries with Olympic pursuits

African athletes uplift their countries with Olympic pursuits

Ugandan runner and world record holder Joshua Cheptegei is going for gold in Tokyo.

Uche Eke turns dreams into reality, becoming the first Olympic gymnast to represent Nigeria.


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