Extracted from Description: “Lovable Mrs. Makeba talks about racism during her visit in Finland in 1969.”

Miriam Makeba (1932–2008), affectionately known as ‘Mama Africa,’ was a South African singer, songwriter, and activist whose music became a voice of resistance against apartheid. Internationally celebrated for her powerful vocals and iconic songs such as Pata Pata, she used her artistry to champion African identity and speak out against injustice on the world stage. Beyond her music, Makeba stood as a symbol of resilience and cultural pride, leaving an enduring legacy as both an artist and a freedom fighter.