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Alternate Title: 
African national anthem
First Line: 
Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika

Reference

Culture: 

About the Song

Print source: 
Sing Out 31:4

Translation(s)

Translation: 

Lord bless Africa
May her glory be lifted high
Hear our petitions
Lord bless us, your children

Descend, O Spirit
Descend, O Holy Spirit

Lord we ask You to protect our nation
Intervene and end all conflicts
Protect us, protect our nation
Protect South Africa, South Africa