In Africa, French is more than a common language

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This week we take you to Tunisia to discover what the French call "Francophonie". Every year on March 20, more than 270 million French speakers around the globe celebrate their common tongue. In Africa, the French language is playing an increasingly important role, soon to be compulsory in schools and a major asset in doing business. We take a closer look.
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