African Odysseys: Mama Africa

[Zhana Books]

Mama Africa is a film biography of the South African singer, Miriam Makeba, who was the first African musician to win international stardom. Her music influenced artists across the globe, although her style stayed anchored in her South African roots. She sang for John F. Kennedy and Marlon Brando, performed with Harry Belafonte, Nina Simone and Dizzie Gillespie.  

There will be TWO screenings of Mama Africa at the BFI as part of the African Odysseys series.  

Click here for a film clip about the life of Miriam Makeba.   

I'm sure this film will be very inspiring and uplifting.  

With best wishes, 

Zhana