Our Embassadors

Congolese singer and song-writer Barbara Kanam carries our message even further with her beautiful music.

As founder of Kanam Foundation, she is not new in the philanthropy world. Barbara is known for her generous heart, her passion for children and as a strong advocate for women’s human rights and advancement.

Barbara’s themes represent real people, life, struggles, pains and joys. She sings about God to whom she attributes her all being and exceptional talents.

Barbara Kanam’s voice is one of the most beautiful African female voices. A winner of Kora Awards Most Promising Female Artist, Kunde D’Or, Tamani d’Or in 2003 and Black Music Awards in 2005.

Barbara rose to fame in many African countries with the release of her first album “Teti”. A powerful statement that is calling for Life, Freedom, “No” to warfare, hatred, famine, violence, inequality, injustice and poverty. She is in tune with Shitowa’s mission.

Her upcoming album “ Karibu” will be a delightful surprise for her fans and those who want to discover her amazing talents. With a combination of stunning beauty and an angelic voice, Barbara is on a mission to steal the hearts of music fans and give back to the world. More importantly she wants to give comfort and offer hope to those women who have lost everything. Her new album is scheduled for release in early 2009.

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the CD will be donated to Shitowa Foundation to benefit rape victims and displaced women. For more information on CD purchase, please visit our website in February 2009 for designated distributors in the US and Canada.

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