African music icon Miriam Makeba’s life was defined by duality. She was a proud South African who embraced both her heritage and Black American culture but didn’t feel completely accepted in either ...

The musical is Somi Kakoma’s thank-you note, written across generations, to the South African singer and activist Miriam Makeba. By Alexis Soloski The documentary presents a highlight reel of crucial ...

South African singer Miriam Makeba, one of Africa's best known voices and a champion of the fight against apartheid during three decades in exile, has died of a heart attack after a concert in Italy.

Miriam Makeba was an iconic figure who used her platform and artistry to uplift her community and call attention to injustice. Her contributions to the artistic culture of Black America and the ...

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PRETORIA, March 29 (Reuters) - Late South African singer Miriam Makeba remains an inspiration 14 years after her death, prompting jazz artist Somi to pay tribute with new twists on the anti-apartheid ...

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South African activist and singer Miriam Makeba visited playwright and singer Somi Kakoma—known in jazz circles by her first name only—in her dreams. It was 11 years ago, and Somi was mourning her ...

Somi Kakoma in "Dreaming Zenzile" at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis in 2021. (Courtesy T Charles Erickson) Honesty — that's what jazz singer Somi Kakoma aspires to with her latest project. The ...

VOICEOVER: She was a fighter and a legend with surely the most remarkable story in the history of African music. Miriam Makeba was the continent’s first superstar, although she was banned from her ...