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Scarring for life: traditional practice fades in Sudan

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Sudanese women and men show the of their traditional facial scars, an ancient practice that was once common among African tribes but which has greatly diminished over the years.

Added on the 11/08/2022 13:14:28 - Copyright : AFP EN

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