Staying in shape with Evans Amoako

Interview by Ameyaw Debrah | January 21, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Budding US-based Ghanaian fitness and sports model, Evans Amoako is committed to working hard, staying in shape and becoming one of the best fitness models out of Africa. Born in Ghana, Evans was always very passionate about sports. It is therefore no surprise that at age 24 he has been involved in college cross-country, track & field as well as soccer. He has been working out for nine years with dreams of becoming a fitness and sports model, drawing inspiration from fellow models, Obi Obadike and Sebastian Siegel.

Evans Amoako

Fresh and chic, KNAF Couture

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | January 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Young talented budding fashion designer, Kayda Nana Afriyie Frimpong is gradually making her KNAF Couture clothing line a household name in Ghana and eventually across the continent. As a graduate of the International Academy of Design with a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Afriyie’s highly stylish, custom-made and original clothes are designed to accentuate the female figure; and to compliment the male build or to make them look twice at any woman wearing the signature piece.

Knaf Coutoure

Kekewa Makeover: Beauty indigenously defined!

Written by 'Seun Johnson, Jamati Entourage Nigeria. | January 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment

1as (1) Established in 2007,Kekewa (meaning beauty in Hausa), has been a makeover brand that has established a niche with a reputable Nigerian based clientele. Founded by Morenike Bolujoko,a.k.a. Renique, a beautiful and passionate young Nigerian female,she remembers tieing down her sisters and friends for facial experiments. Renique (as she prefers to be addressed) links passion for makeovers to her desire to find the beauty within people and paint their exterior accordingly.

Here, Renique gives us her quick-fix makeover tips, for feeling beautiful with simple yet intricate techniques. » Read more…

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Beth Teshome – Art as Clothing

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | December 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Beth Teshome’s clothing takes the female form and helps it transcend into an elegant art form. The designs are unique and creative–puffs of chiffon, ruffles of rose petals, sinewy silk, and elegant linen.

Her style is both elegant and quirky, a difficult look that she manages to pull together so that the clothes can be worn off the runway. She created the now famous “Daddy Long Legs” legging bra that is very popular. You can read more about her on her Myspace page. » Read more…

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Top Ten Sexiest African Men 2009

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | December 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Tall, dark and handsome, and oh so fine!! These men embody many women’s definition of sexy. Here are some of the finest men from the continent.

Great looks, great bodies, and a strong sense of determination and passion to make a difference in the lives of those around them. We had a hard time choosing the sexiest ones so we put them all there for you to enjoy in random order. Pick your sexiest man. Who would you make number one?

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Top Ten Sexiest African Women 2009

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | December 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment

African women are sexy, intelligent, hardworking, and trailblazers. They are passionate about making a difference for future generations, and improving the situations of the current generation. Here are some women who are making waves in their respective industries, and look good doing it.

Jamati Online has been running an annual highlight of some of the sexiest African women around the world today. Each year it gets harder to pick a handful from the large numbers that are out there. Our focus this year is on women who are either making a difference through the careers that they have chosen, or are using their fame and fortune as a platform to highlight the plight of others and help garner support for them. » Read more…

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Idries Noah Omar – Vehicle Concept Designer

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | December 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Art is a many-faceted thing, and there are so many angles from which one can approach it. While some dabble in the traditional mediums of paint and pencil, others turn to digital media. Africa has seen a rise in digital media productions.

BMW-M Concept by Idries Noah (courtesy www.idi3dblog.com)

Liya Kebede for H&M fall ‘09 knitwear ad campaign

Written by Prudence Chauke | October 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment

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Ethiopian beauty Mrs Liya Kebede is one of this year’s H&M fall knitwear ad campaign models. This mother of two, and age-less wife, can been seen all over H&M stores as one of the models showcasing their easy, yet bold, colorful knitwear collection. » Read more…

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Elegance Africa Fashion Show 2009

Written by Prudence Chauke | October 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Hosted at the infamous Pennsylvania Hotel in New York City, the Elegance Africa Fashion Show was the place to be and, as predicted, Jamati Online was in the house to cover the event for you.

ELEGANCE-SHOW with Prudence Chauke

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Gloria Mika- A pearl from Gabon and star of the podiums

Written by Anta Sane | October 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Gloria Mika was born in Gabon, from a Greek mother and a Gabonese father. She had lived in several countries like Senegal, France, Greece and the United States. She started modeling after being the first runner-up of a fashion competition in the United States. Since then, she has worked with famous designers including Ungaro, Escada, Pierre Cardin, and Alphadi.