African Couture – South Africa’s first magazine television series….
The African fashion industry has grown during the past years to emerge from a small struggling industry to one of the biggest industries to look out for. From designers struggling for events and ways to professionally showcase their creations, to multiple fashion weeks around the South African region highlighting both its biggest names, and rising stars like David Tlale, Sun Goddess, Stone Cherry, Bongiwe Walaza, Gideon, Craig Native, and Gavin Rajah.
Fashion has taken such a diverse turn giving the international industry a run for they money–the creations from these designers have the Marc Jacobs , Calvein Kleins, and Michael Kors not only talking, but taking notice. » 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.
Seal and Aguilera to Perform at ThisDay Africa Rising Festival in London
Christina Aguilera and Seal are scheduled to perform at the ThisDay Africa Rising Festival in London at the Royal Albert Hall. 2Face, Dbanj, and Asa are also scheduled to perform.
Ahmed Ahmed – A Comic with a Dramatic Side
Ahmed Ahmed is a stand-up comedian who was born in Egypt but raised in California. At the age of 19 he decided to do comedy, and act. His acting credits are extensive and include parts in JAG, IronMan, Executive Decision, Swingers, Tracey Takes On, Virtuosity, Steel Sharks, All In, Roseanne, and Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. 
He has also been featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal (December 2001), and Newsweek Magazine. The list is impressively long, with appearances in Stand Up: Muslim-American Comics Come of Age on the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS), Fahrenheit 9/11, and Wild West Comedy Show: 30 Days & 30 Nights. » Read more…
It’s a Beautiful Baby Girl named Amaris at Diaspora Interactive Media Corporation!
Diaspora Interactive Media (parent company of Jamati.com) recently witnessed the birth of Amaris Akua Bangura Worae described as “Our First Jamati Baby.” Born to “Gorgeous Black Woman” Roxana Bangura ( Jamati Events Director). Amaris is already showcasing mom’s style and flavor. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
‘RocknRolla’ premiered in London and Youssou N’dour was in Colorado at the 35th Telluride Festival. Celestina Aladekoba helped premiere a CD.
Estelle’s label, Warner, removed her album from iTunes, in a bid to force people to purchase the entire album. No word yet on whether it will help or hurt her. » Read more…
Memoirs From The African Day Parade………
“I have a dream for Africa, a united Africa!
Self sustaining and self reliant
Able to produce anything out of nothing
And trade within herself and with the world at large » Read more…
One Night With Grammy Award Winner – Anita Baker
50 has never looked sexier or hotter than the looks of legendary R&B/soul crooner, Ms. Anita Baker.
Angel Melaku a.k.a. Lola Lov
She is probably one of the most controversial models, and the most well known. You have seen her in music videos, enjoyed her as the May 2008 Playboy Babe of The Month, and drooled over her in her new movie, ” Crazy Like a Fox“. Angel Melaku, also known as Lola Lov and Angel Fershgenet has been the cover model on XXL Magazine, Black Men, and King Magazine, to name a few, and is an ambitious lady with big dreams. Vibe Magazine had her dress up in a Marilyn Monroe-style that was quite becoming.
Celebrities around town
Celebrating new movies, birthday parties, and new beginnings, here are your African celebrities.
African Events Calendar
Upcoming Events
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June 22 - 24, 2010
2010 Africa Business Conference and Trade Fair
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July 10, 2010
Talent-ED
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March 22, 2010
A “Tribute to Mama Afrika: Miriam Makeba”
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July 14 - 17, 2010
Africa Fashion Week New York (AFWNY) in New York
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