Africa and Wigs: A brief history - BBC Africa
Wigs have been present in African society for centuries and, for almost as long, the relationship between black people and wigs has been complicated.
But where did it all begin, and how are opinions changing in today’s society?
Miriam O’Donkor takes you through the history of wigs in Africa.
Additional filming: Ameer Ahmed, Valentine Ngaruiya, Joshua Akinyemi
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