Fatima, FGM, and a Firestorm of Statements

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Seun Kuti at Summerstage

His commanding presence is reminiscent of his father
Adina Wins Stars of the Future

Adina Ndamse wins season 3 of Ghana’s Stars of the Future singing competition
Blitz the Ambassador

Battling his way into the hip hop realm

Gbenga Akinnagbe stars in RED

The film tackles environmental injustice
Apocalypse Africa: Made In America

The documentary, hailed by some as Africa’s Schindler’s List, screens at ABFF
‘Crazy Like A Fox’ starring Angel Melaku screens at ABFF

The film is shown in the World Showcase category

Angel Melaku a.k.a. Lola Lov

Video Vixen, Angel Melaku has made waves everywhere
Atong Arjok - Her Beauty Shines Through

She is capturing hearts and designer’s eyes
Ebong Eka - Basketball Professional, Accountant, and Clothing Designer

A man of many talents, he maximizes them all

Memoirs From The African Day Parade………

This well-attended event made an impact and showcased the African culture
One Night With Grammy Award Winner - Anita Baker

A gorgeous Anita Baker wows the crowds in South Africa
Angel Melaku a.k.a. Lola Lov

Video Vixen, Angel Melaku has made waves everywhere

Jamati Summer Book Club: The Mrs Club, by Ekene Onu

Naija Babes Search for Love and Marriage
We Too Are Black In America

Exploring Our Common Ancestry Through the Story of an Enslaved African
Freedom

In Celebration of Those Who Continue to Fight

Osi Out For The Season

What does it mean for the Giants?
Olympic Glory Again….Or??

Nigeria Beats Belgium in Olympic Semi-Finals
Isaiah Washington trying to “Reach One Million”

His charity is aiming to make a difference in Sierra Leone

Call to Fame

Fame Academy West Africa ready to make new stars out of the west coast
MTV Africa Music Awards, Finally!

Finally africa has its own MTV awards
Right to Dream wins 5th Position in Man United Championships

They showcased their talent at the

2008’s Liberia Image Awards (LIA)

This year’s theme is to honor, embrace & inspire creativity in the Liberian Community and to uplift its global and positive image.
The LIA promises to deliver the biggest names in Music, Film, Education and more from the Liberian Diaspora.
Africa Pearls Presents the International Modeling Competition & Fashion Expo

Notable fashion icons such as Alek Wek, Liya Keybede, Oluchi, Noella, and Iman have put African beauty on the map and become some of the industry’s most recognizable and sought after faces. For years African models have dominated the runway, graced the cover of high fashion publications and have been featured in major print and […]
The Tigerlily Foundation Presents a Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction

Tigerlily Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit breast cancer foundation, is having a Sizzling Hot Summer Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction Charity Event.

On August 28, 2008, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., join Tigerlily Foundation and friends for an event to benefit young women affected by breast cancer. Bid to “win” your favorite bachelor/bachelorette, enjoy some music and connect with […]

JAMATI.com: “Rocks The Vote” With The AFRICAN HEAT Contest

Think You know and/or are the hottest African alive?
Last year Jamati.com made its choice for Top Ten Sexiest African Men and Women. The public claimed they had better suggestions – some even proclaimed that there were “regular” people who looked better than the “celebs” on our list. So, this year we’re challenging everyone to […]
Jamati.com Announces: “iACTUATE:100 Days of Inspiration” Book Winners!

Washington, DC - Olusegun ‘Sheg’ Aranmolate, was a top 5 contestant on the ABC reality show, hosted by OPRAH, “THE BIG GIVE.” Since that exciting time, he has published a new book and is working on some other exciting projects - he sat down with Jamati.com, Books Editor Awo Sarpong Ansu to talk about […]
Welcome to Jamati.com PR News!

Here is where you will find the latest news from our Jamati Network. Want to know what (really) happened at that last Jamati party, or what’s going on with our exciting writers, and/or our wonderful staff and partners? HERE is where you will get that information FIRST hand.
Since our launch in September 2007, our […]