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08 October 2012

Episode 13 - Johannesburg

By BBC World News

Johannesburg is a city that has had to grow up fast. Founded on gold and riven by apartheid, its many and diverse citizens are today finding common ground. In one day in this complex city we meet the inspiring young talk show host with a vision, cut diamonds worth thousands of dollars and enter the building designed to transform Soweto’s future.

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