Miriam Makeba
Singer, Food and Agricultural Organisation Ambassador
Professional Information
Professional Areas:
Music
Description of Work:
Singer Miriam Makeba, the legendary Mama Africa, appointed an FAO
Ambassador in 1999, has a longstanding commitment to humanitarian
issues.
Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, her fearless campaigning
against inequality and injustice has added to the worldwide fame
she had already won for her vocal talents. Ms Makeba has travelled
throughout Africa to give voice to millions of suffering people.
Drawing on her own funds, she set up a foundation in Johannesburg
to care for needy young South African women.
Ms Makeba dedicated a song,
Masakahane,
to FAO and has participated in various events and concerts organized
by FAO, such as the Jamaica and Spain TeleFood concerts in 1999.
In April 2001, Ms. Makeba visited FAO post-emergency projects in
Mozambique, increasing the visibility and impact of FAO’s activities
in Africa.
Ms Makeba has also been a strong FAO advocate during interviews
with CNN and BBC.
In 2001 and 2002, an FAO public service announcement featuring Miriam
Makeba was published on major international magazines and newspapers
such as Time Magazine and Newsweek.
- United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO)
Biographical Information
Miriam Makeba
(At a Glance)
Place of Origin: South Africa
Singer, Food and Agricultural Organisation Ambassador
Accommodation
Films
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