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Home of Letta Mbulu

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About Home of Letta Mbulu

Developed by the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation in consultation with the City of Joburg

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1670 Molahloe Street, Orlando East
24 September 2018

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HOME OF LETTA MBULU This is the family home of international recording artist Letta Mbulu. She began her career at the age of 12 performing with the Swanky Spots at the Donaldson Hall. During 26 years of exile in the United States, she toured extensively, becoming a cultural activist. Her musical collaborators include Harry Belafonte, Quincy Jones, Cannonball Adderley, and her husband Caiphus Semenya. Unveiled on Heritage Day 24 September 2018, to mark the 75th birthday of Letta Mbulu.

Photo courtesy: Kabelo Mokoena (Sunday Times)

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