Jennifer Hudson and David Otunga Welcome a Son
Jamati.com would like to say congratulations to Jennifer Hudson and fiance, David Otunga, on the arrival of a bonny baby son. David Daniel Otunga, Jr. was born on August 10, 2009, weighing in at a robust 7 pounds and 14 ounces.
Jennifer Hudson and David Otunga
Dawn Okoro – Power
I recently went to the Three Peas Art Lounge in Chicago to see Dawn Okoro’s exhibition entitled Power. According to gallery curator Maya Camille, the exhibition is about powerful yet feminine black women like the First Lady. It shows us what we are and what we are not.
The gallery itself was a small, intimate space with couches and chairs in the front and a bar displaying several different kinds of wines. The show was attended mostly by easy-going, black professionals chatting against the up-beat yet relaxing music playing smoothly through the overhead speakers. » Read more…
Mr President Barack Obama awards Bishop Desmond Tutu with a Medal of Freedom
President Obama awarded the Presidential Medal’s of Freedom to Bishop Desmond Tutu and 15 other honorees including Sen. Edward M. Edwards Kennedy, Billie Jean King, Sidney Poitier, Muhammad Yumnus, and scientist Stephen Hawking. The prestigious event took place August 12 2009, at the White House where president Obama will present the the Medal of Freedom.
Desmond Tutu
Down the “Remembering Future Africa” memory lane
Bajah and the Dry Eye Crew
Held at one of my favorite museums, the Brooklyn museum, “Remembering Future Africa” was a memorable educative experience. » Read more…
Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee reveal their bundle of joy
Benin native and star of “Blood Diamond” and his partner, Kimora Lee, have finally let the world see their first child together. Baby Kenzo, who was born on Saturday May 30th and weighed 8 pounds, had his first photo shoot in OK Magazine with his parents and his half sisters, Aoki and Ming Lee (from a previous marriage to mogul Russel Simmons).
‘Living On Perfume’ Comes Up Smelling Roses
Despite addressing serious issues, ‘Living on Perfume’ that premiered in Blantyre’s Comesa Hall last Saturday has been received with mixed reaction.
Celebrity Sightings
Former President, Bill Clinton, hosted a gala dinner for Nelson Mandela that attracted a large celebrity turnout. Guests included Morgan Freeman, Donna Karan, Alfre Woodward, Karolina Krukova, Keisha Whitaker, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Chris Chameleon, Freshly Ground, Emmanuel Jal, Loyiso, Sipho Mabuse, Vusi Mahlasela, Angelique Kidjoe, Thandiswa Mazwai, Baaba Mal, Akon, Russell Simmons, Suzanna Owiyo, Gloria Gaynor (of ‘I Will Survive’ fame), and Josh Groban.
Mandela’s wife, Graca Machel, was also in attendance, with his daughter and his grand-daughter. UK’s Prime Minister, Gordon Brown delivered a video address to the gathering, expressing his support for a Mandela Day. » Read more…
Alpha Blondy Moves Summerstage
A sea of energetic fans from all over the world welcomed Alpha Blondy, known as the “African Bob Marley” to New York City’s Central Park Summerstage on Sunday, July 19th. The opening acts included performances by Lee “Scratch” Perry, identified as the “father” of reggae and Dubblestandart Sound System. The Ivorian reggae artist branded for his activism ignited this eclectic audience with his strong political lyrics that convey global peace and unity.
‘Mandela Day’ concert in New York rocks the world
Zain Telecommunications once again proudly sponsored the ‘Mandela Day’ to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 91st birthday. The star-studded extravaganza, held at New York’s Radio City Music Hall on July 18, attracted a global television audience of over 1 billion.
The Green Lantern, Comics and Politics
Comic books have long been the stuff of fantasy.They have provided an escape into a world where evil gets punished and the good guy always wins. In recent years, comic books started to tackle social issues and give voice to situations that had long gone unnoticed. Batman and Superman helped teach children about the danger of landmines and the Green Lantern and Spiderman tackled drug abuse.
Kim Kardashian and BF Reggie Bush are off to Africa
Thanks to Twitter early this morning, model and business woman Kim Kardashian announced that she and her football star boyfriend are heading to Botswana and South Africa to visit a couple of schools and raise funds on behalf of Russell Simmons’ Diamond Empowerment Fund.
African Events Calendar
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July 14 - 17, 2010
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March 20, 2010
FACE Africa 1st Annual Gala
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March 11 -15, 2010
Sixth Annual New African Films Festival
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April 10, 2010
RUNWAY LIBERIA: Silver Spring,MD
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