Togo: Julie Akofka Akoussah, Diva of Togolese Music  · Global Voices
Jennifer Brea

Julie Akofka Akoussah, the “Diva” of Togolese music, said, “Music is in my blood.  It allows me to communicate the joy that animates me to all of those whose hearts are suffering and who have lost their smile.” [Fr]  She passed away in late April and will be buried this Saturday in her native village in southwest Togo.  Togo-iTunes has information on a memorial held for her in Brussels and Agence Togolaise Press Atop her death and legacy.