Remembering Mama Afrika

Miriam Makeba, affectionately known as Mama Afrika by her fans, was laid to rest over the weekend. May her soul rest in peace. Her death seven days ago was yet another rude reminder to us about the finality of death. In her case though, Mama Afrika has immortalised herself through her music. She has left a strong legacy in the form of her music, which posterity will enjoy for ages to come.

As part of my own tribute to this fallen African queen since the news of her death broke I have been listening to her music and I appreciated the reason why the entire globe was saddened by her death. She sang in various African languages, European languages and even Arabic, which made her a true citizen of the world.Miriam Makeba was the voice of Africans, especially those living in the Diaspora for more than four decades.

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