QUICK FACTS:
Zenzile Miriam Makeba (also known as Mother or Mama Africa)
Born on 4 March 1932 in Johannesburg, South Africa
She was a South African singer and Political Civil Rights Activist
She was exiled for activist activities and for speaking out against Apartheid
In 1966 won a Grammy for Best Folk Recording
Was married to musician Hugh Masekela, and was also married to Black Panther Stokely Carmichael.
Died 10 November 2008
The history of Miriam Makeba HERE.
I have been a fan for years because my mother was a lover of music and of Black History!
Please enjoy!!
Pata Pata
Mbube (this sound familiar to you? LOL)
RIP Mama Africa! Gone but NOT at all forgotten!
