The gospel queen who is been in the music industry for more than 40 years.She will be honoured by President of the Republic of South Africa , Cyril Ramaphosa.
Dr Malope will be honoured for her distinguished contribution to South African music; her unique voice brings joy and comfort to many through meaningful gospel music.Malope has released 36 albums in a musical career spanning more than 30 years to date. In 2009, she released her 30th album, entitled My Hero, containing double CDs. In April 2010 she released her 31st album Uzohamba Nami. On 14 March 2011, Malope released her 32nd album, Ukuthula (which means "Peace"). "In Ukuthula people must expect rejuvenating sounds and I love the whole album. I decided on that name after thinking about the state the world is in today. People have no peace. There is war everywhere, even in churches according to the album released in that particular year.Currently this year is working with the best music producer, a music veteran Bishop Benjamin Dube in her upcoming album this month.
Malope is married to a businessman Themba Tshabalala.Dr Rebecca Malope received an honorary doctorate from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and the University of California for her contribution to the music industry.
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