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“I didn't have much, but I was always happy to share what I did have. It seemed like every African that came to New York City would show up at my apartment door at dinnertime, and I couldn't turn them away. I wasn't much older than any of them, but they started calling me 'Mama Africa' and the name stuck.”

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Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba

Miriam Makeba, born on March 4, 1932, was a renowned South African singer, actress, and social activist. Her musical career spanned various genres, including African music, jazz, and pop. Makeba was known for her unique musical style and strong anti-apartheid stance, and her music and activities had a profound impact on the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa and around the world. more

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