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Excellence in Africa: Interview of Armel Kemajou Ambassador at EPFL

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This lecture features an interview with Armel Kemajou, a Cameroonian architect who recently completed his PhD at EPFL. He discusses his academic journey, the importance of excellence in education, and his upcoming internship at the World Bank focusing on urban issues in Africa.

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