A Magical West Africa and South Africa Musical Collaboration

Last night I went to a great performance with one of my favorite African artists, Habib Koite.  The concert was a beautiful intra-African collaboration and melding of West African and South African talents.  Featuring the guitar stylings of both Habib and Afel Boucom from Mali and Oliver Mtukudzi of Zimbabwe, the show was a rare treat.  Tuku, Wassoulou and Tuareg sounds and rhythms were played by a musical group that included both the N'Goni (Malian guitar predecessor) and M'Bira (thumb piano).  Take a listen to parts of two songs above.

Kanna Plant of South Africa Used gives "Natural High"

I've never heard of this strange but beautiful plant, but apparently the Hottentots and San of South Africa have been using it for hundreds of years for elevating mood, relieving hunger and reducing stress.  Recently they were approved to sell it over the counter worldwide (although I've seen it for sale already on a bunch of herbal medicine and botanical sites around the web). Sounds good.  Let me know if anyone's tried it out there.
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