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The Mataano Twins on CNN

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | April 9, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Jamati Online told interviewed the Mataano twins, Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim, to learn more about their design business and find out what made them tick.  Their ability to meld two cultures into a creative, wearable piece was not lost on us, and it seems that we are not the only ones to notice.

Idyl and Ayaan from Mataano

Idyl and Ayaan from Mataano

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Thandie Newton – The new face of “OLAY”

Written by Prudence Chauke | April 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment

ThandieNewtonTo celebrate their 10th anniversary in the UK, “Olay” the cosmetic company have chosen Thandie Newton to be the new face of “Olay” Total Effects collection. The Total Effects products focus on minimising lines, providing nourishing moisture, enhancing tone, exfoliating, refining pores, defeating anti-oxidants and firming skin.

Thandie said in a statement,” Olay is a brand I trust and I love the fact that the range offers me an all-in-one, anti-ageing moisturiser which takes care of all my skincare needs”.

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Denver Burn, the new Mr South Africa 2010

Written by Prudence Chauke | March 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment

mrsa-02After months of searching for the 2010 Mr South Africa, the search has come to an end with Denver Burn snatching the title as the newly elected Mr SA. Denver Burn is a 25 year Attorney at law from Port Elizabeth.

mr-sa-2010-winnersThe first runner -up is Patrick Kasongo and the second runner -up is Ruan Groenewald. Congratulations guys!

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Model Behaviour: Makafui Ninkcabs

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | March 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment

ninkcabsThe beautiful and sassy Makafui Ninkcabs is a fast growing Ghanaian model with over two years of experience under her belt. The petite 29 /23.5/33.5 measurement model was signed to Anti-models Agency in the Netherlands, where she lived for 3 years.

Makafui was encouraged to take up modeling by a professional photographer who believed that she was a natural. Since joining the profession, she has drawn a lot of inspiration from supermodels like Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum and Tyra Banks. “These supermodels really inspire me a lot. They know about their business and deliver their assignments to its perfection” she comments.

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Presenting Korto Momolu accessories collection for Dillard’s

Written by Prudence Chauke | March 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment

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Ladies, ladies, sorry guys but this is for the ladies especially with summer coming into play, let me say I’m proud to share that season 5  “Project Runway”  first-runner up, Korto Momulo has teamed up with www.Dillards.com, to launch a signature accessories collection.

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Miss Africa USA Pageant 2010: Who will it be?

Written by Prudence Chauke | March 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment

4-miss_africa-06_logo-2_322x152The annual Miss Africa USA Scholarship Pageant has proven to be one of the most important African founded project in the United States, that is founded on the basis of advancing the cause for women of African descent. Ever since its launch more than 4 years ago, we’ve witnessed different groups of  African Goddesses battle it out for the ultimate title to be crowned Miss Africa USA.

The Pageant has been a major opportunity platform for all the girls, opening doors leading to they successes and carrying forth the Miss Africa USA philosophy of “appreciating the great opportunities that America has offered to them and how to use such privileges positively to advocate for the less fortunate.

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54 Kingdoms – The Growth

Written by Prudence Chauke | March 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment

54 Kingdoms is no stranger to Jamati Online, we first made encounters with the team about a year ago and shortly after that had the privilege of having them walk us through their craft and the energy that goes into it. The response was amazing, proving that African-crafted ideas are highly appreciated in this world stadium.

We caught up with the makers and the strong forces behind 54 Kingdoms, to catch up on how the journey has been like growing forward, from all the trials and tribulations to the they successes. By the looks of things history is in the making and NBC Connecticut previously recognised that when they featured 54 Kingdoms.

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Young Inspired Fashion Designer, Patricia Wakaimba, Talks to Jamati

Written by Abraham Mariita | February 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment

The ever increasing development and setting of higher standards in the fashion industry has not only been contributed by experienced masters of the art, but also from the thriving newcomers into the industry with diversity and uniqueness. They say, talent is nurtured, but for Patricia Wakaimba, talent was just by her side. Jamati Entourage, Kenya caught up with Patricia in an interview.

Patricia Wakaimba in a Bahati

Patricia Wakaimba in a Bahati

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Salieu Jalloh on BET Centric’s “Model City”

Written by by Mazuba Kapambwe,Jamati Entourage,NY | February 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment

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He just started modelling about a year ago but Sierra-Leonian model, Salieu Jalloh, has already worked with major companies from Sean John to United Colors of Benenton, and, with a role in “Model City“,  on BET Centric, his fame is definitely going to increase.

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Meet the Rippest Cover Fitness Model, Obi Obadike

Interview by Ameyaw Debrah | February 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Obi061809Standing at an impressive 6.2 ft and weighing 200 lbs with 2 to 3 percent body fat, world renowned cover fitness model, Obi Obadike continues to enjoy his status as one of the most ripped fitness models in the world. The Knoxville, Tennessee-born fitness cover favourite moved to Southern California at age 2 and has lived there for his whole life. Both of Obi’s parents were born in Nigeria and he has been there to visit family at three or four times in his life.

Fitness has always been a part of Obi’s life as he grew up playing basketball, football and running the tracks. He attended Cal State Fullerton on a track scholarship and while there, he broke every major track school record there. He was the school record holder in the 100, 200 meters and 400 relay. He also attained athlete of the year honors at the school and won all Big West Conference Honors two years in a row. “My love for fitness and staying in shape came from playing competitive sports in school. I enjoyed lifting weights ever since my senior year in high school and I got really addicted to working out,” says Obi.

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Crafts from the 2010 Johannesburg Audi Fashion week

Written by Prudence Chauke | February 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment

It was that time of the year again when all the who’s -who’s of South Africa gathered together all in the name of Audi Johannesburg Fashion Week 2010. Here are some crafts that were showcased at this four day event held at the Sandton Convention Center featuring some of South Africa’s greats in fashion.

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