7. Salif Keita, Mali
Salif is highly regarded in Mali for two major things. First, he is a direct descendant of the founder of the Mali Empire known as Sundiata Keita. Second, he is among the musicians that pioneered Afro-pop.
However, the 62 year old musician started to encounter his fare share of troubles after being labeled as an outcast in the village, for suffering from Albinism.
He has been a major figure in the fight against stigma normally associated to albinos worldwide.
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