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The production showcases the most significant historical storyline, from South Africa\u2019s transformation from its era of oppression to one championing democracy. It also fittingly pays homage to Enoch Sontonga and his influential legacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span>Sikelela<\/span> is a biographical musical theatre production about the national anthem of South Africa, revisiting the life of Sontonga, the author and composer of \u201cNkosi Sikelela iAfrika\u201d. The esteemed composer died in obscurity at the prime age of 32 years in April 1905. 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