Inspired by famous footballers and other African heroes, 27-year-old Teddy Kossoko creates video games with the aim of promoting the "cultural richness" of his native continent. "As Africans, we start with an historical disadvantage. (...) We must teach young people to love themselves, to value themselves," he tells AFP from his home in Toulouse, France, as he outlines his latest creation, "Golden Georges", whose main character is inspired by Liberian football legend and current president George Weah.

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