VOICED : Mujeres sapeuse desafian machismo en Congo

The video explores the sapés movement in Kinshasa, focusing on Mamicho, one of the few women involved. It discusses her journey into the movement, the origins and philosophy of sapé as a form of resistance to colonialism, and the challenges women face in this male-dominated subculture. Despite criticism, women like Mamicho strive for acceptance. The video also highlights the financial burden of maintaining the sapé lifestyle, with many spending heavily on clothing from abroad.

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