Handmade in Africa

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Sociopolitical Documentary hosted by Tom Harrad, published by BBC in 2020 - English narration

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Observational documentary series that explores inherited knowledge and the meaning of tradition, master craftsmanship and artistic processes in three African cultures.

[edit] Chapter 1: Dorze House

Documentary exploring inherited knowledge and the meaning of tradition, craftsmanship and artistic processes in three African cultures, beginning with the weaving of a bamboo house in the remote highlands of southern Ethiopia by members of the Dorze minority ethnic group.

[edit] Chapter 2: Kora

Seydou Kane crafts a new kora from scratch in his studio in downtown Dakar, Senegal, an instrument also known as a West African lute or harp that dates back to the 13th century.

[edit] Chapter 3: Maasai Wedding Necklace

Following master beadmaker Jane Semanto in her Nairobi studio as she crafts a traditional Maasai wedding necklace, which is of great ceremonial significance.