‘Mandela Day’ concert in New York rocks the world
Zain Telecommunications once again proudly sponsored the ‘Mandela Day’ to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 91st birthday. The star-studded extravaganza, held at New York’s Radio City Music Hall on July 18, attracted a global television audience of over 1 billion.
18 July – International Mandela Day
A mention of his name is like a big wave to the history of the the world, and as his birthday approaches it is already guaranteed that a vast amount of celebrations will take place all accross the world, as this year marks the launch of the “International Mandela Day” which will be held on his birthday, July 18.
Stella Mwangi: A dreamer
Stella Mwangi a.k.a. STL is a Kenyan-born, Public Enemy and Queen Latifah inspired hardcore hustler female MC, who has shared the stage with the likes of Talib Kweli, Common, Slick Rick, Dead Prez, Public Enemy, and the legendary Angelique Kidjo.
This young lady has also worked with African artists such Senegalese hip-hop group, Wagable, Mishelle, Abbas Kubaff, and Ousman. Her songs have been used as sound tracks for various films including Save The Last Dance 2 and American Pie 5 and several television series’ including CSI: Las Vegas, CSI:New York, Army Wives, Scrubs and Ghost Whisperer.
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Sophie Okonedo
Sophie Okonedo was born in England to a Nigerian father and a Jewish mother. Sophie’s father left the family when she was only 5 years old. Coupled with her multiracial makeup, she endured a rough childhood, therefore as she grew up, she found comfort and solace in art of performing.
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