Weekend Buzz
Tyler Perry unveiled his new Motion Picture and Television Studio and Gelila Bekele (his girlfriend) was on hand to help him celebrate it. Yes, another African-meets-American love story! Boris Kodjoe, who has been in several of Tyler’s films, was also there with his wife Nicole Ari Parker.
Sway a.k.a. Derek Andrew Safo celebrated the release of Blak Twang’s (Tony Olabode) new album, SfX in London. In the meantime, Akon was rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous (the Buffets, to be specific), at a Peter Buffet performance. Estelle and Gym Class Heroes met with Grammy-U members in Baltimore, Maryland to discuss the business of music. The Gym Class Heroes were also spotted at the 2008 VH1 Hip Hop Honors as was Estelle. » Read more…
Haile Gebrselassie of Ethiopia breaks Marathon World Record
Haile Gebrselassie broke the Marathon World record (which he held) on Sunday in Berlin when he won the Berlin Marathon in 2:03:59 . It would be the third time that he had participated in this particular marathon, making him the first man to win the Berlin marathon three times. This is his 26th world record!
Mulu Seboka also broke a world record by running her marathon in 2:29:05. She won the Mumbai Marathon in India earlier this year. » Read more…
Tiguida - Malian Beauty
Tiguida is a Malian model whose flawless beauty has been featured in several magazines and on several catwalks. She has, however, had to deal with the fact that being black in the modeling industry is not always a positive thing and has mentioned, in interviews, the challenges that she faces trying to make it as a black model in an industry that is not very receptive to models of color.
Despite the challenges, she has managed to find steady work, and is a great model. She is currently with Mannequin modeling agency in Paris, France. To learn more about her, visit her myspace page. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
Breast Cancer brought many Africans out to support research and information. Akon was spotted supporting research to cure breast cancer and Maimah Karmo was on Oprah to talk about her passion to educate women on breast cancer and her foundation, Tigerlily. You can watch her on September 30, 2008 at 4 p.m. Eastern, to hear what she had to say.
Save Africa’s Children had their first annual music festival which was well attended by some big-name celebrities. Suzanne Engo is still running for Africa and doing very well. Bill Clinton (somewhat of a celebrity) lent his support to Kids Gorilla Act Pact. » Read more…
Yousson N’Dour Knocks Out Poverty
Yousson N’Dour uses his voice for a great course yet again. Back in 1985, N’Dour used his voice to unite people to fight against the unfairness of the apartheid era and the liberation of Nelson Mandela. Two nights ago, Yousson N’Dour joined forces with BET’s Jeff Johnson and Tichina Arnold from “Everybody Hates Chris“, for the ” All For Africa - Knock Out Poverty” celebration. The night was a celebration to raising money, and more awareness, for one of the biggest problems that Africa faces today–poverty.
As we all know this is a serious issue that unfortunately affects thousands of souls daily. All for Africa did an outstanding job giving hope where it is needed the most. The main event featured Nigeria’s Eromosele “Bad Boy” Albert, and Ghana’s Ossie Duran duking it out for the IBF All African Light Middleweight Championship. The other boxers were Kingsley Ikeke (Nigeria) and Ramadan Sulidan (Sudan) for the WBC North American Light Middleweight Championship; and Jaffa “The African Assassin” Ballogou (Togo) and Manu Ntoh (Cameroon) were the light heavyweight boxers. » Read more…
Genevieve Nnaji - Actress, Singer, Producer
Genevieve Nnaji is an actress, singer, and producer who has starred in over 60 movies to date. Her beauty has been lauded as incredible, and she has been compared to other actresses in the industry and found to be highly desirable.
Her smoldering good looks and her intelligence are hard to ignore and her presence on screen is always memorable. Her foray into acting started in 1998 and helped launch her modeling career when she was chosen to be the face of Lux soap in 2004. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
The Batonga Foundation had a fundraiser to raise money for children in Africa. Angelique Kidjo, one of the members of the Board of Directors, was on hand to entertain for a good cause. Ziggy Marley, Holly Robinson Peete, Melissa George, and Lisa Ling came to lend their support. » Read more…
Ajuma Naseyana - Sinewy Grace on International Catwalks
Born to a mother who the first woman of her generation in the Turkana area (Northern Kenya) to receive an education (she then went on to open and run the Women’s Center in Lodwar), Ajuma could not help but be destined for great things.
She won the 2002 World Junior Championship National Trials and was third in the World Championship National trials in Track. Ford Models took her under their wing and she went on to win the prestigous Ford Supermodels competition. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week had many celebrities come out to see what is new in fashion. Stacey Dash was spotted in the crowd.
The Toronto International Film Festival drew a large crowd including Idris Elba, Thandie Newton, Youssou N’dour (who performed to a jubilant crowd), Sophie Okonedo, and David Oyelowo. » Read more…
And the 2008 MOBO Awards Nominees Are……….
The Music Of Black Origin (MOBO) awards have grown to be one of the biggest awards in the music industry today. This London-based ceremony is dedicated to music of black origin, from urban to hip hop, R&B, gospel, and reggae. These awards are also a way to acknowledge artsits for their work around the world through their music.
Since their first year, these awards have officially made their mark, bringing together artists from the American, European, and African industry all in one stage. This year Africa is highly represented with more artists nominated. Some have been nominated in several categories. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
Africans were abuzz all over town meeting and greeting, and celebrating things in life.
Estelle was her usual social butterfly self, seen at three different events.
Dapper Djimon Hounsou and his girl, Kimora Lee, helped Calvin Klein celebrate, while Adewale Ogunleye lent his presence to a house party in New York.
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VJB Live at the Archway Island
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Youth Voter Registration Party during the Obama McCain Debate at the Viking Center
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