JOURNAL ARTICLE

An Ode to Makeba.

  • Published In: Trumpet, 2025, n. 14. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Huma, Sello 3 of 3

Abstract

The poem "An Ode to Makeba" honors Miriam Makeba, a South African singer and activist known for her spiritual music that conveyed messages of black love, peace, and resistance against oppression. It highlights her role in popularizing Marabi music from Sophiatown, her defiance against apartheid-era bans, and her symbolic leadership in the struggle for liberation and mental freedom. The poem also acknowledges her personal sacrifices and enduring impact on the fight against racial injustice, connecting her legacy to broader movements such as the Soweto uprisings. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Trumpet. 2025/10, Issue 14, p26
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:20097263
  • Accession Number:193634848
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