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Apr 2021
12m 39s

Has the pandemic ruined nightlife?

Bbc World Service
About this episode

Your perfect night out will have to wait.

In some countries, lockdowns or curfews have forced bars, restaurants, clubs to shut their doors.

The pandemic has taken its toll on the so-called night-time economy.

And, for many of these businesses, surviving meant coming up with new ideas to reach customers.

So, how exactly has the continent's nightlife changed - and will it ever be the same?

Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) #AfricaDaily

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