Miriam Makeba

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Grammy Awards: Africa finally has its own category – but at what cost?

The Conversation - November 13, 2025

Miriam Makeba was the first African to win a Grammy, but only when she partnered with a US star, Harry Belafonte. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images by...

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Tyla wins inaugural award for Best African Music Performance at Grammys

Black Information Network - February 5, 2024

Tyla made history at the 2024 Grammy Awards. On Sunday (February 4), Tyla took home the trophy for Best African Music Performance for her hit...

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Celebrating Dolly Rathebe, South Africa’s original Black woman superstar

Courier Newsroom - December 22, 2021

by Nokuthula Mazibuko Msimang, University of Pretoria Dolly Rathebe, the musical legend of Sophiatown, is part of South Africa’s rich heritage and history. Sophiatown was...

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Harry Belafonte, Paul Simon celebrates Masekela’s 75th birthday

Courier Newsroom - April 6, 2014

NEW YORK (AP) — South African trumpeter and vocalist Hugh Masekela celebrated his 75th birthday with a little help from some old friends —...

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