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Mama Africa

5.620111h 32mMovieDramaDocumentary

Miriam Makeba was one of the first African musicians who won international stardom and whose music was always anchored in her traditional South African roots. Miriam Makeba was forced into exile in 1959. She sang for John F. Kennedy,…

DirectorMika Kaurismäki
WritersMika Kaurismäki·Don Edkins

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Cast · Directed by Mika Kaurismäki

MMMiriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
Self (archive footage)
HBHarry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte
Self (archive footage)
KCKathleen Cleaver
Kathleen Cleaver
Self
NMNelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
Self (archive footage)
KTKwame Ture
Kwame Ture
Self (archive footage)
LF
Leopoldo Fleming
Self
LG
Lorraine Gordon
Self

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Mama Africa — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Mama Africa?

Mama Africa is streaming on DocPlay and Beamafilm in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Mama Africa on Netflix?

No, Mama Africa is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on DocPlay and Beamafilm.

Is Mama Africa on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Mama Africa isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on DocPlay and Beamafilm instead.

Where can I watch Mama Africa for free?

Mama Africa is available on DocPlay and Beamafilm in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.