Miriam Makeba – African Mama and Queen.
The death of South African icon Miriam Makeba brings to an end an illustrious music career spanning over four decades.
Makeba, who died aged 76 years in southern Italy on Sunday night, was an inspiration to many worldwide.
She will be remembered for having vowed to "continue singing and never retire".
Her illustrious lifestyle ranged from earning the fame of "Mama Africa", being a symbol of fighting apartheid in her home country, through song and dance.
During her life, she weathered many storms including several car accidents, a plane crash and even cancer.
To her thousands of fans, the musical inspirational voice of Makeba will still live on in many forms.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
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