The sapeurs of Congo: the poor people who dress like royalty

La Sape is a fashion movement that transforms the poverty-stricken townships in Kinshasa and Brazzaville into catwalks for the designer-clad sapeurs. With a history that dates back 100 years, la sape's transformational power makes it much more than just a fashion trend.
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[@crencottrell7849]

They envision themselves having more in life...can't be mad at that.

[@tlynn1993]

Amazing

[@sonnyr1899]

if the could understand what damage will cause their own brain and economy they should stop 🛑 this madness immediately.

[@hetty7891]

If it makes them happy…. 😂😂😂. We can’t do anything against colonial mindset 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@backstoryafrica]

Had you heard of the Sappers before? Let us know in the comments below.

[@lordthomasharris]

Yeah. I read about them in Vice magazine many years ago.