WELCOME TO KALAKUTA, FELA'S HUMBLE ABODE

Fela Aníkúlápó Kútì - the legendary musician, activist and critic of Nigeria’s military junta - was born on 15 October 1938. Nearly three decades after his passing in 1997, his provocative beats and activism continue to inspire around the world.

For his birthday, African Stream visited the so-called Kalakuta Republic - the compound where Fela lived and died. Now a museum, the Afrobeat creator’s former abode is packed with personal belongings and artefacts relating to his life and career. It’s also his final resting place.

Happy Birthday, Fela!