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Announcements

The Unlikely Heroes

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Priye

Ger’s journey has been both tumultuous and triumphant in many ways. He traveled a long way to escape war in Sudan, morphed into an international top model and actor, and now answers a calling to return home to play a part in the rebuilding. An … Continue reading →

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Frank White Pop Up Shop + Gallery

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Priye

If you are in the NYC area, be sure to stop by the Frank White Pop Up Shop + Gallery which is running for next few days at 923 Fulton Street (bet Clinton + Waverly). Get your Jamhuri Wear T-Shirt available for sale … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day!

Posted on February 17, 2011 by kimathi

On FEB 18th 1957 He Gave his Life for Kenya, on Friday FEB 18TH 2011 Let’s Light 54 Candles for DEDAN KIMATHI AT HIS MONUMENT @ 7PM. Nairobi, Kenya.

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Nigeria's Golden Anniversary

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Priye

We salute the African Giant on 50 years since the Recovery of Independence! Although celebrations have been marked with violence there’s still much to commemorate. Hats off to the Past Unsung Heroes as well as current Nigerians everywhere moving and shaking … Continue reading →

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JOHN LEGEND Performs at All for Africa's POP Event Monday Oct 4th

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Priye

YOU ARE INVITED to join John Legend, ?uestlove, Bajar + The Dry Eye Crew, The cast of FELA! and many others at an event in honor of All for Africa’s Palm Out Poverty Initiative. Event will be on Monday, Oct 4th … Continue reading →

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Azizi and the Dancing Monsters

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Priye

The kids in your life will love this new series of books by Azizi Kids. The debut author, Esther Ndegwa-Brown, draws on and gently entwines African and American cultures to tell colorful kids stories through the experiences of a curious little boy … Continue reading →

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African Film Festival NY.

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Priye

Don’t miss the 17th Annual African Film Festival that opened yesterday April 7th and will run until May 31st at various NY locations. Under the theme, ”Independent Africa” the festival will spotlight 17 African Nations ( Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, … Continue reading →

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Distant Relatives: Update

Posted on March 20, 2010 by JC

Ran across this article on hiphopdx. Distant Relatives album will now be coming out on May 18, 2010, just in time for the World Cup. The article also has some information on features on the album the track list and … Continue reading →

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Jay-Z, Bono, Rihanna-Stranded (Haiti Mon Amor)

Posted on January 23, 2010 by JC

This was performed for the first time live at last night’s Haiti telethon. This song is also available on iTunes with the proceeds going toward Haiti relief fund through Partners in Health. “Right by your side while we try to … Continue reading →

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Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I

Posted on November 11, 2009 by JC

79 years ago in November, 1930, Haile Selassie born Tafari Makonnen appeared on the cover of iconic Time magazine. Here is to him and to his great legacy. The caption under the photo reads  “The King of Kings” May his … Continue reading →

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