Chaka Chaka, the ‘Princess of Africa’ Inspires a Nation

Chaka Chaka’s rise from the townships of Soweto to become a South African superstar and the “Princess of Africa.”
Chaka Chaka, the ‘Princess of Africa’ Inspires a Nation
Yvonne Chaka Chaka, also known as the "Princess of Africa," in New York City on March 2, 2010. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
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Yvonne Ntombizodwa Moloko Machaka, or Chaka Chaka’s rise from the townships of Soweto to become a South African superstar and the “Princess of Africa,” shows a remarkable parallel with the liberation of black South Africans, African women, and perhaps the whole of Africa. Today she continues to inspire people through her music and her dedication as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador. 

Peter Valk
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Peter Valk is a tea expert who has extensively travelled in Asia, interrupted by odd jobs and a short spell of studying anthropology in the Netherlands. In his travels, he steeped himself in Asian culture, learned Chinese, met his wife and found his passion. He has been in tea business over seven years, selling Chinese tea and giving workshops on Chinese tea and culture. Currently, he is living in the Netherlands where he is busily but mostly happily making up for his travel time.
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