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South African star Zolani Mahola: From 'Waka Waka' with Shakira to 'People Power'

South African star Zolani Mahola: From 'Waka Waka' with Shakira to 'People Power'

Summary

South African singer Zolani Mahola discusses how music can bring people together, from her work with Freshlyground to joining Shakira on the 2010 World Cup anthem “Waka Waka.” She has pursued a solo career since 2019 and is preparing her second solo album, “People Power,” while a documentary about her, directed by Pippa Ehrlich, is forthcoming.

Key Facts

  • Mahola was the frontwoman of the South African band Freshlyground.
  • She joined Shakira on the 2010 World Cup anthem “Waka Waka.”
  • Mahola has pursued a solo career since 2019.
  • She is preparing to release her second solo album, “People Power.”
  • A forthcoming documentary about Mahola is directed by Pippa Ehrlich.
  • Ehrlich won an Oscar for “My Octopus Teacher.”
  • Eve Jackson interviewed Mahola at FAME Week Africa in Cape Town.
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