Totó la Momposina (1940-2026)
Colombia has lost a great cultural icon, Totó la Momposina, who leaves behind a huge musical legacy...
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Taken from the album Amazones Power, out 24 January 2020.
The inspirational ‘Love’ calls out FGM as a barbaric practice. Vocalist Mamani Keïta leads a strong and sweet chorus, over electronic basslines. As she points out, this ritual should not be regarded as a celebration; the fight against this practice is serious, and must commence with education from childhood. Females deserve respect and equality.
Video by Louise Mootz
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