Emmanuel Jal

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Born 1980.

Emmanuel Jal

Biography

Emmanuel Jal (born Jal Jok c. 1980) is a South Sudanese musician and former child soldier. As well as a world recognized hip-hop artist, Jal is also a humanitarian advocate for social justice and human rights. He broadcasts his message of peace and equality through his music and through various NGOs he has founded and involved himself with.

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BBC Reviews

  1. Warchild 2008

    Review of Warchild

    Reviewed by Jon Lusk

    Jal has a few more rivers to cross when it comes to music.

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