American civil rights activist and Baptist minister Reverend Jesse Jackson has praised legendary musician Hugh Masekela as a world class musician and a freedom fighter.
The Reverend’s tribute comes as the world mourns the death of Masekela, who has been battling prostate cancer since 2008.
He died on Tuesday morning.
Speaking to the SABC Reverend Jackson says Masekela’s contribution to the world was legendary.
“Hugh Masekela was a world-class musician, an anti-apartheid freedom fighter. As he travelled around the world, he put light and educated people, used his talent and his platform to bring a source of inspiration. A very pro-Mandela freedom fighter. There was none greater that Hugh Masekela. His contribution is legendary and I give the family my warmest regards.”
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