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5 famous people you did not know are from Mali

by Novieku Babatunde Adeola, 8:00am September 22, 2019,
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Salif Keita_Photo: Wiki

Salif Keita

Known for his ability to play multiple instruments, Salif Keita is a member of the Keita Royal family and holds a reputation as the “Golden Voice of Africa”.

He fled Mali with his music group in 1973 over political unrest and subsequently moved to Paris, where his fame in music began.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0gSVp0mAEw

His hit song, Africa, became a global hit upon its release.

Last Edited by:Mildred Europa Taylor Updated: September 21, 2019

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