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Mbongeni Ngema: Quick Facts

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Born 1955 • South Africa
Died December 27, 2023 (aged 68) • South Africa
Notable Works “Asinamali!” • “Mama! The Musical of Freedom” • “Sarafina!” • “Township Fever” • “Woza Albert!”
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