Lebo M: The township dreamer who gave the world its anthem
05 January 2025 - 00:00
Neatly trimmed hedges border a path at the Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town. Lebo M emerges, smiling as he strides over. He apologises for keeping me waiting. As he settles into the wrought iron chair next to me, he grins and says “Good luck.” ..
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