Deceased South African musician Miriam "Mama Africa" Makeba will be honoured at the third annual MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs).
“Miriam Makeba is a true legend and rightly celebrated throughout the world for her beautiful voice, fighting spirit and pioneering interpretation of African music,” says Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa.In her illustrious career, Makeba won numerous awards and worked with some of the best performers in the world.
The 2010 MAMAs will be held in Lagos on Saturday, 11 December 2010. The yearly awards have previously recognised Fela Anikulapo Kuti (2008) and Lucky Dube (2009).
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