President Cyril Ramaphosa celebrated the Soweto Gospel Choir following it's third Grammy Award.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will officially congratulate Soweto Gospel Choir today. Their latest album, “Freedom”, won them their third Grammy last month. Arts and Culture Minister, Nathi Mthethwa will join the President. Our reporter, Khayelihle Khumalo is at the Market Theatre for the ceremony. CourtesyJOHANNESBURG - President Cyril Ramaphosa met with members of the Soweto Gospel Choir at Market Theatre Square on Thursday.
Ramaphosa was joined by Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa to celebrate the group after they won a Grammy for Best World Music for their albumThe president congratulated the group for their third Grammy award. "For me it's a real pleasure and a real joy to be standing here before the real heroes of the nation. People who have gone out into the world and showcased what South Africa is all about", said Ramaphosa.
Ramaphosa said it was important to celebrate the group and described them as South Africa's finest exports.Source
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