Global Hit
Far away from the crisis that is still devastating his homeland, one exile who paid a price for his protest is speaking and singing about Zimbabwe and its troubles.
Henry Olonga was a star on the cricket pitch.
But a single act of defiance cost him his career.
Now, he’s trying to win back fame and success – as a singer with a message.
Laura Lynch visited Olonga at his home in London.
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