Sneak Peek: Ties That Bind
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In recent times, African Cinema has been receiving a lot of international appeal after years of neglect. International filmmakers who have for a long time searched for niche have discovered the cinematic appeal of the dramatic African continent; shooting with high budgets, the latest Hollywood technology and Hollywood stars. Joining the new wave is Ghanaian international filmmaker Leila Djansi, who continues to make a statement with her craft following the critical success of her movies, ‘I Sink of a Well’ and ‘Sinking Sands’
Kwab Asamoah opens ‘Kustom Looks Clothier’ in Accra
Award-winning US based Ghanaian designer, Kwab Asamoah has finally opened his first shop in Accra. Kustom Looks Ghana, located inside the A&C Mall in East Legon, has been opened to the general public to allow them enjoy top-class handmade suits and garments made not for just anybody but their body, as the clothier’s tagline implies.
As the President and CEO of Kustom Looks, Kwab Asamoah is the tailor to some of the most prominent African-American political and business leaders in the Washington area. He has managed to create a stellar reputation in the fashion industry that has his competitors taking notice. In less than six years, he was able to expand a meager custom apparel business, operating from his home, into a thriving and dynamic fashion corporation. Today, his all-natural hand-tailored custom suits, manufactured in his exclusive Bangkok factory, start at $695 and can range upward of $3,500.
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Jackie Appiah looking stunning in new photos!
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Perhaps, no Ghanaian actress has the ‘good girl’ public demeanor as much as the lovable Jackie Appiah does. In these times when sexiness sells and most female celebrities bare more in going for the ‘sexy look’ in various photo shoots, Jackie remains conservative but always manages to look wholesome and stunning, as is evident in a new set of photos that were taken recently.
US rappers, Fabolous and Redcafe thrill fans in Ghana
American rappers, Fabolous and Redcafe thrilled their fans in Ghana with about two hours of back-to-back performances this Easter season. The much-anticipated 233 Connect concert at the Dome of the Accra International Conference Center saw the headlining act, Fabolous performing some of his old hits and some new tracks from his latest mixtape, ‘The S.O.U.L Tape’.
Redcafe
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CNN MULTICHOICE AFRICAN JOURNALIST 2011 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
Read more »Finalists in the prestigious CNN MultiChoice African Journalist 2011 Competition were announced today by Joel Kibazo, Chair of the independent judging panel. The competition is now in its 16th year. This year the competition received entries from 42 countries across the continent, including French and Portuguese speaking Africa.
African fashion and names inspire luxury nail lacquer and beauty line, AfriqGlam
African fashion is set to land a permanent mark on the fashion industry with its growing trend and major fashion events, which has the world watching the continent for its unique styles and splendid use of colour and textures. This summer, Liberia’s Junda Morris- Kennedy, former beauty consultant for Sephora (a Luis Vuitton company) will launch AfriqGlam, a high quality professional couture nail lacquer line and beauty products.
Junda Morris Kennedy
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Records and shockers at the 2011 Ghana Music Awards
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The 12th edition of the Ghana Music Awards (GMA) happened over the weekend with the usual pomp and pageantry that has characterized the award ceremony over the years. But besides the fashion statements, music performances, glitz and glam, the ceremony also saw some huge shockers and records set on the night. The top nominated artists couldn’t have more than two awards each although Cecelia Marfo, Kwabena Kwabena and Trigmatic each had at least 7 nominations.
Funny man, Tega shares his view on Nigerian elections, comedy and more!
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Rising Nigerian comedian, Iyomieju Oghenetega Francis better known as Tega is more than just a funny man. Originating from Delta State which is known for its highly spirited and humorous people, comedy comes naturally to Tega who is a graduate of the National Film Institute, Jos. However his passion goes beyond comedy as he plans to put his major in Scripting, Producing and Directing, as well as his minor in Acting and Presenting into practice.
Omotola, Ama K and Kimberly Elise bring Girl Power to Leila Djansi’s new film, ‘Ties That Bind’
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After shaking up the African movie industry back to back with her award winning movies ‘I Sing of a Well’ and ‘ Sinking Sands’, Ghanaian film maker Leila Djansi is back to the camera, lights and action with a new production titled ‘Ties That Bind’. Still on the path of empowering women with her films, this time she packs a powerful trio of top female actors from Hollywood, Ghana and Nollywood to drive home an equally powerful message of giving a voice to women in whatever situations they may find themselves.
I was hopeful – Ama K Abebrese, 2011 AMAA Best Actress
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2011 African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) Best Actress in a Leading Role, Ama K Abebrese says she was hopeful that she would win the award which was recently held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Although Ama couldn’t attend the ceremony because she is currently filming in Ho, Volta Region, she monitored events in Bayelsa and when she received a call from the Ghanaian delegation confirming that she had won the nod, she was overwhelmed with joy.
‘Jacob’s Cross’ nabs four nominations at Monte-Carlo Television Festival
MNet’s Jacob’s Cross has received four nominations at the prestigious Monte-Carlo Television Festival for the following categories: Best International TV Series, Outstanding International Producer, Outstanding Actor and Outstanding Actress. The Monte-Carlo Television Festival, which will be held on June 6-10 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, has been awarding exceptional television programs across the globe since the 1960s.
Jacob from Billboard
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