Putumayo Music - South Africa

A celebration of the musical diversity of South Africa from Afro-jazz and township jive to mgaqanga and Afropop.

Over the course of its history, this 'Rainbow Nation' with 11 official languages has nurtured many musical styles, including mbaqanga, kwela and township jive, among others.  While South Africans have endured many struggles, they have often used music as a tool to protest and to express their hopes for a better future.  

South Africa

1. Ujaheni - Soul Brothers
2. Mbombela - Bholoja
3. Oxam - Mahube
4. Nkosi - Blk Sonshine
5. Beautiful Feet - Nibs van der Spuy
6. Mananga - Steve Dyer
7. Orlando - miriam Makeba
8. Tiki Tiki - Phinda
9. Halala Afrika - Johannes Kerkorrel
10. Work - Zoro
11. Vulamasango - Kaya
12. Ngahlulele - Soweto Gospel Choir

1% of Putumayo's proceeds from the sale of this CD are donated to Artists for a New South Africa, advancing human rights and fighting HIV/AIDS.