Smockey

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2013-2014 Smockey co-founded Le Balai Citoyen (The Citizen's Broom) alongside reggae musician Sams'K Le Jah. The grassroots movement mobilised citizens against corruption, impunity and authoritarian government. It became a major force in the 2014 uprising that led to President Blaise Compaoré's departure after 27 years in power. Source
2016 Smockey released the song "Tomber la Lame", addressing female genital mutilation and its harmful consequences for women. Source

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