Monika Njava

The most celebrated singer in Madagascar, Monika Njava is known for her work in the group Njava, which recorded two critically acclaimed albums for EMI. Based in Belgium, she also works with platinum-selling group Deep Forest. Haizina, her world-pop solo album, was recently released on Anio Records. Singing in several Malagasy dialects, Monika draws on traditional tales and everyday village life for her lyrics. She also addresses the themes of violence against women, political corruption, and the environmental devastation of her country.