Distinguished is level 3 of 4 in the South Africa Hall of Fame: sustained excellence over a career, widely honoured at home. See how the levels work.
Why they are here
A voice and a personality nobody could contain, she was the biggest pop star South Africa produced and remains its most quoted.
Born in Cape Town in 1964, Brenda Fassie's powerhouse voice and fearless personality earned her the title Madonna of the Townships.
Her breakthrough came in 1983 with Weekend Special; the 1998 album Memeza, carrying Vulindlela, went multi-platinum.
Her breakthrough came in 1983 with Weekend Special; the 1998 album Memeza, carrying Vulindlela, went multi-platinum.
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