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President Jacob Zuma has expressed his heartfelt condolences on the passing of internationally acclaimed jazz artist, cultural activist and liberation struggle veteran Hugh Masekela .
The legendary trumpeter passed on at the age of 78 after a long battle with prostate cancer.
In 2010, President Zuma bestowed the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold to Hugh Masekela for his exceptional contribution to music and the struggle against apartheid in South Africa.
Meanwhile, United Democratic Movement (