Masekela Pavilion, Johannesburg Memorial, South African Architecture, Images
Masekela Pavilion in Johannesburg
Memorial Building for Bra Hugh in South Africa – design by Adjaye Associates Architects
14 Jun 2019
Masekela Pavilion
Location: West park Cemetery Beyers Naude Drive, Johannesburg, South Africa
Architects: Adjaye Associates
Masekela Pavilion

On the 4th of April 2019 Bra Hugh, as he is affectionately known throughout South Africa, would have turned 80 years young. With just over a year since his passing, the Masekela family has unveiled a memorial pavilion designed by renowned architect, Sir David Adjaye.

Iconic African trumpeter, revered Pan-Africanist, cultural and creative industry activist, Hugh Ramapolo Masekela?s passion and contributions to South Africa?s liberation, as well as, commitment to the realization of a truly post-colonial African landscape, remain indelible parts of a shared history and memory among people of African heritage throughout the Diaspora.
Through his music, bound by masterfully curated lyrics, Bra Hugh told the African story with agency and grace. A multi-faceted and endlessly curious artist and musician, Hugh Masekela mastered the art of creating melodies that became purveyors of the human narrative; stories of love, romance, friendship and pursuit of happiness whilst at the same time, addressing pointed political realities experienced by his people on (and off) African soil.
A quintessential cultural pioneer, Hugh Mase...