Carike KeuzenkampSouth Africa |1947| AfrikaansElizabeth Maria Magdalena van Zyl, with the stage moniker Carike Keuzenkamp, is a versatile South African artist, Afrikaans singer, actor, children's performer, and the former host of South Africa's inaugural Kiddies TV show. Carike made her entrance into the entertainment industry in 1967 and has maintained an active presence ever since. Throughout her career, she has graced audiences with several hit songs, including classics like "Timothy," "Byeboerwa," "Hoeka Toeka," and "Dis ‘Nand." In recognition of her enduring impact on the local music scene, she received a SAMA (South African Music Award) for her lifetime contribution to the industry in 2010. Carike Keuzenkamp also serves as the patron of the Cantate Chamber Choir and has made notable appearances as an actress.