Celestina Aladekoba - A Dancer Divine
She has appeared in feature films Norbit, Alvin and the Chipmunks, That’s So Raven, The Game, Smith, American Dreams, to name a few; National Commercial Campaigns for Ipod, Crystal Light, Ford, and so on. » Read more…
Damon Dash at the Agent Provocateur “White Wedding” Party
Damon Dash, the former CEO and co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records with Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter and Kareem “Biggs” Burke, was spotted at the Agent Provocateur “White Wedding” Party to celebrate the launch of their bridal wear. » Read more…
Celebrity sightings around town
Djimon and Kimora (looking mighty colorful) were spotted at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala “Superheroes: Fashion And Fantasy” on May 5, 2008 in New York City. She doesn’t look pregnant to me. » Read more…
Charlize Theron attends Stella McCartney screening of ‘The Party’
Charlize Theron was spotted at the Stlla McCartney’s (daughter of Sir Paul McCartney and his first wife) screening of her latest design line, ‘The Party‘. She has been designing since 1995.
50 Cent Does Africa
I don’t know what it is about 50 Cent’s trips to Africa but they seem to be full of interesting situations. Take for instance the time in Nigeria in 2004 when he had a scuffle with Idris Abdulrakeem over plane seats. » Read more…
Playboy Hosts Benefit for US Doctors for Africa
The Playboy mansion made another contribution to the African continent in its own inimitable style (is it me or are there more and more African playmates showing up??) by hosting a benefit for the US Doctors for Africa Foundation (USDFA). » Read more…
Betty Okino -Dancer, Gymnyst, Actress
Betty Okino is the daughter of a Ugandan father and Romanian mother. She got the first taste of the limelight performing in tap dance competitions with her brother (for which they won several awards). Mary Lou Retton inspired her to go into gymnastics where she excelled, turning elite at the age of 13. » Read more…
17th Annual Artists for the African Rainforest Benefit
Michael Wright, Matt Dillon, James Gandolfini, Gloria Flora, Topher Grace and the Tanzanian Ambassador to the UN all showed up to show their support for the African Rainforest. Ethos Water founder, Peter Thum was also on hand to lend his support. » Read more…
Tom Morello performs at Road Recovery
Tom Morello is an award winning guitarist with a discography list that reads like an encyclopedia. Rolling Stone voted him one of the 20 best guitarists and he is a grammy winner. He was a member of Audioslave, and the group, Rage Against The Machine. He plays country music under the name, ‘The Nightwatchman’. » Read more…
I Am Because We Are
Madonna was at the Tribeca Film Festival screening of her documentary on HIV/AIDS and it’s effect on the children in Africa. The film follows the lives of several children and highlights the problems they are facing and the changes that can be made today to help make a difference. » Read more…
African Events Calendar
Upcoming Events
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August 30
Kolo Concert Tour 2008 Presents Nigeria’s own Faze live in Maryland
USA - North East
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August 30, 2008
Young African Professionals (YAP) presents a free tour of the National African Art Museum
USA - North East
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August 30, 2008
2008’s Liberia Image Awards (LIA)
USA - North East
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November 15, 2008
Africa Pearls Presents the International Modeling Competition & Fashion Expo
USA - North East
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Recent Stories by Category
Music
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Blitz the Ambassador
Battling his way into the hip hop realm
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Akon makes Forbes’ Hip Hop Cash King
Akon makes the list for the first time this year
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A-Plus’ Letter to the West
A call for an end to bad leadership in Africa
Film
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Apocalypse Africa: Made In America
The documentary, hailed by some as Africa’s Schindler’s List, screens at ABFF
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‘Crazy Like A Fox’ starring Angel Melaku screens at ABFF
The film is shown in the World Showcase category
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Fresh Talent Alert: Gabourey Sidibe
The newcomer is generating much Hollywood buzz for her acting role in the Lee Daniels film, Push
Style
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Ebong Eka - Basketball Professional, Accountant, and Clothing Designer
A man of many talents, he maximizes them all
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Virgin Mobile Cape Town Fashion Week
The Virgin Mobile Cape Town Fashion Week featured some great designers including LaLesso, Goat Clothing, Freshwear, and Tart.
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Celebs Around Town
Concerts, launches, and other fun stuff
Lifestyle
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Seun Kuti at Summerstage
His commanding presence is reminiscent of his father
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A Voyeur Africa: The Return of Big Brother
Big Brother Africa III promises to be very exciting
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Keba Armand Konte
The “Father Storyteller” brings 888 pieces of his life’s work to the Oakland Art Gallery
Books
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Jamati Summer Book Club: The Mrs Club, by Ekene Onu
Naija Babes Search for Love and Marriage
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We Too Are Black In America
Exploring Our Common Ancestry Through the Story of an Enslaved African
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Freedom
In Celebration of Those Who Continue to Fight
Sports
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Olympic Glory Again….Or??
Nigeria Beats Belgium in Olympic Semi-Finals
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Isaiah Washington trying to “Reach One Million”
His charity is aiming to make a difference in Sierra Leone
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Ohenewa Akuffo - Wrestling for the Gold
This Ghanian lady is representing Canada
Columnists
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Call to Fame
Fame Academy West Africa ready to make new stars out of the west coast
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MTV Africa Music Awards, Finally!
Finally africa has its own MTV awards
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Right to Dream wins 5th Position in Man United Championships
They showcased their talent at the
Events
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Africa Pearls Presents the International Modeling Competition & Fashion Expo
Notable fashion icons such as Alek Wek, Liya Keybede, Oluchi, Noella, and Iman have put African beauty on the map and become some of the industry’s most recognizable and sought after faces. For years African models have dominated the runway, graced the cover of high fashion publications and have been featured in major print and […]
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The Tigerlily Foundation Presents a Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction
Tigerlily Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit breast cancer foundation, is having a Sizzling Hot Summer Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction Charity Event.
On August 28, 2008, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., join Tigerlily Foundation and friends for an event to benefit young women affected by breast cancer. Bid to “win” your favorite bachelor/bachelorette, enjoy some music and connect with […] -
Jine Expo Career Fair
On August 15 and 16, there is going to be a career fair featuring recruiters from top Nigerian banks and financial institutions including:
UBA
Oceanic
Fidelity Bank
ARM Financial
Nigerian Stock Exchange, and
H R Pearson (Risk Management firm).
These organizations are looking to hire a wide range of talent to fill management and experienced hire positions including
Finance Positions
The banks are looking […]
PR News
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Jamati.com: Launches Summer Book Club!
Led by our Book Section Editor, Awo Sarpong Ansu, this one is sure to get you talking. What is the Pick For the Summer?
You’ll just have to visit Jamati.com to find out!
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Get Yours: The African Music Video Collection
Introducing…..The Ultimate African Video collection from Gerald “Gee-Bee” Barclay, the man behind the videos of Master P, Snoop Dogg, Wu-Tang Clan and more!
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Jamati Featured Event: Afrifest - Minneapolis, MN
We are always looking to share events that represent for “Mama Africa”
Afrifest is one exciting event offering a mix of entertainment, fashion, food, networking and more:
Afrifest - Minneapolis, MN
