Nollywood stakes its claim in Hollywood
Some big names show up to support the cause.
Malawi’s Top Musicians Come Face to Face
Malawian top song stars will come face to face in Lilongwe on Sunday as Malawi’s top arts group, Words Art and Pictures (WAPi), supports the launch of ‘Umayitha’ (you know how to do it), by Biriwiri, one of the rising Malawian hip hop groups.
According to event promoter, Qabaniso Malewezi, the Lilongwe Show that will be backed by Mizati band, will be a follow-up show of the successful launch in Blantyre some few weeks ago. » Read more…
Miss Africa In China Pageant
Vicky Michael is a computer science student at the University of Science and Technology who also happens to be a model. She was discovered her first year in China by a gentleman who approached her to ask if she had modeled before. Although she was apprehensive initially, she agreed to model and found that she was quite successful at it.
She is currently a part-time model, and is looking at the Miss Africa In China Pageant to help further her career AND make a difference for others.The Miss Africa In China Pageant’s aim is to have a regular, crowd-pulling, fund-raising, annual event selling Africa’s image in China and serving as a cultural link between Africans in China and Chinese friends. It also provides a venue for Africans in China to showcase their talents. » Read more…
M-net presents Vuzu TV
Today marks the launch of Africa’s new exciting television channel under the M-Net network, titled Vuzu TV. Vuzu TV comes into play after the announcement of the end of the GO channel, which for a long time was one of the most watched channels under the M-Net network.
FILM: PARIAH
Alike (Adepero Oduye) is a teenager, who one could say has three strikes against her by being 1) a female, 2) Black and 3) a lesbian. Shot in New York City, Pariah explores what it means to juggle multiple identities and the toll that can take. Alike juggles these identities in order to gain acceptance from her family and friends but, at some point, this becomes too much. As Alike finds, many of the gender constructs that society imposes apply not only to relationships involving men and women, but also same gender relationships.
Pariah has screened at over 40 locations, including the Sundance Film Festival and the Pan African Film Festival. Currently, the film is a semi-finalist in the Netflix Find Your Voice Film Contest. To cast your vote for Pariah, click here. » Read more…
18 July - International Mandela Day
A mention of his name is like a big wave to the history of the the world, and as his birthday approaches it is already guaranteed that a vast amount of celebrations will take place all accross the world, as this year marks the launch of the “International Mandela Day” which will be held on his birthday, July 18.
Jennifer Koranteng Crowned Miss Universe Ghana
Jennifer Victoria Koranteng, a 22 year old Psychology Major graduate of the University of Ghana, has been selected as Miss Universe Ghana 2009 in a closed-pageant held at the La Palm Royal Hotel in Accra. The beautiful and intelligent young lady will represent Ghana at the 2009 Miss Universe Pageant to be held in the beautiful Paradise Island in the Bahamas, on August 23 2009.
Channel O remembers Michael Jackson
Channel O is paying tribute to Michael Jackson in the most fitting way possible – by a video mix and so much more - featuring hit after massive hit from the global icon.
Danny Glover will be at the Zanzibar International Film Festival
The Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) is growing in stature each year, featuring a wider selection of truly great films as it gains recognition internationally. The list of films that have been chosen for screenings are listed here and represent a great cross-section of Africa and the Diaspora. To view the screening schedule, visit this page.
Kenya Remains the Tusker Safari Sevens Champion
In a game filled with many tense moments and lots of excitement, the Kenyan team held their own and went on to win the Tusker Safari Sevens Rugby Championship. Collins Injera played a phenomenal game, scoring four tries that helped Kenya beat the Emerging Boks 40-19.
Beenie Man Set to Perform in East Africa
Beenie Man is going to be performing in East Africa in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania, and Kampala, Uganda. Unfortunately for the folks in Kenya, no shows are scheduled. His performance in Uganda is slated for June 30 2009.
Hemdee Kiwanuka, the CEO of No-End Entertainment is the person instrumental in bringing Beenie Man to East Africa. Although no shows have been scheduled for Kenya, there is still a possibility that he can perform in Kenya, if a Kenyan promoter would be interested in partnering with Kiwanuka. » Read more…
African Events Calendar
Upcoming Events
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August 6, 2009
Korto Momolu Presents Fall Collection : Charlotte, NC
USA - South East
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July 18, 2009
Concert Celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 91st Birthday: New York, NY
USA - North East
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July 16, 2009
Celebrate Ethiopia @ Lincoln Theatre: Washington, DC
USA - North East
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July 10, 2009
Miss South Sudan Beauty Pageant: Washington, DC
USA - North East
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