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Legendary singers from Aswad and Steel Pulse join forces !!

13 Mars 2019 , Rédigé par Caro Sika Publié dans #music, #carosika, #artist, #2019, #aswad, #steelpulse, #ENG

Singers from Aswad and Steel Pulse, namely Brinsley Forde and David Hinds, join forces on the first single of the upcoming Brinsley Forde album "The Tuff Gong Sessions".

The song takes us back to the experience of enslaved deported Africans and their search for identity. The generation that has been told the story and experienced the aftermath of the transatlantic tragedy seems to echo back to this young generation what took place centuries ago!!

Yet the story is still being told and so relevant - we are looking at a grey bearded rastafari man painting sea waves with people voyaging through in the presence of a child who could be his grandson!! And today Black Africans are still dying at sea every day and slavery is still happening as we speak - the alienation from their continent is still real - the children of Africa are still searching for a better tomorrow!!

Executive Producer: Ras Denco. Produced by Ras Denco and Marc Baronner. Mixed by Marc Baronner @ Bass Galore Productions (Leiden, NL). Recorded @ Tuff Gong (Kingston, JM) and Mixing Lab (Kingston, JM), Brinsley Forde Studio (Tenerife, ESP), Coyote's Hideout (Belgrade, RS). Engineer @ Tuff Gong: Roland Mc Dermot. Video by Romain 'Sherkhan' Chiffre.

AMANI - the TRUE story of a knife crime survivor on a quest to empower 2 MILLION YOUNG PEOPLE!

20 Février 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #society, #cinema, #amani, #ENG, #uk

‘AMANI’ is a short inspirational film, starring Joivan Wade, Leroy Logan MBE and Duayne Boachie, based on the true inner reflections of Amani Simpson, producer and co-writer, after he was stabbed 7 times. This powerful autobiographical piece takes the the audience on a rollercoaster journey of faith and self-discovery.

AMANI SIMPSON has already been featured on BBC London News, ITV News, London Live & in the Evening Standard. After battling PTSD, he has rebuilt his life through social enterprise and personal development over the last 7 years. He is on a mission to EMPOWER 2 MILLION YOUNG PEOPLE to make positive choices and aspire higher before it’s too late. He plans to take the film and empowerment workshops into schools, prisons, YOS and PRU’s from March 2019.

AMANI was released online on Sunday 13th January 2019 and reached over 1 million views in less than a month.

What the press is saying:

Man stabbed 7 times aims to make short film to tackle knife crime

Man stabbed 7 times aims to make short film to tackle knife crime A man from Enfield, who survived being stabbed seven times by a gang has launched a campaign, to try and share his story with ...

https://www.londonlive.co.uk/news/2018-08-16/man-stabbed-7-times-makes-short-film-to-tackle-knife-crime

Stabbing victim tells personal journey: I'm so glad I was knifed

A young Londoner today said he was "glad" he was stabbed as it had given him the opportunity to warn others of the dangers of knife crime. Amani Simpson was stabbed seven times when he intervened in

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/stabbing-victim-tells-personal-journey-i-m-so-glad-i-was-knifed-a3911966.html

As well as raising awareness of the project, Amani & Aviard Inspires are also seeking public donations towards their £35K GofundMe Campaign: see link below

Click here to support AMANI'S STORY - Short Film Project organized by Aviard London

Thank you for visiting my GoFundMe page: Here's why I need your support from the public via donations and/or sponsorship: In order to begin to offer programmes to schools, prisons and PRUS we will ...

https://www.gofundme.com/amanis-story-short-film

Other info

Starring: Joivan Wade (The First Purge, Shiro’s Story), Leroy Logan MBE (Former Superintendent of the Police) & Duayne Boachie (Hollyoaks)

Directed by: Richard Kattah of Little Drops Productions (Timelin3, To The Power Of Ten)

MoneyMob Launch in Paris - September 2019

2 Février 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #event, #partners, #2019, #moneymob, #ENG

Launch of Moneymob in Paris in September 2019

We are delighted to partner with Moneymob for the 3rd consecutive year for our annual trip to Paris. This time is hugely exciting as Moneymob will launch its partnership with UBB (United Black Business) to start their crowd purchase movement in Paris and showcase Francophone businesses.

In order to do so, we invite you to join us from Friday 13th September to Monday 16th September 2019 at an unbeatable price of £290 (flight + accommodation on the basis of two sharing).

PACKAGE (FLIGHT+ACCOMMODATION)

2019 WEEKENDER TO PARIS 4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS

from Friday 13th to Monday 16th September 2019

Departure : London Gatwick - Arrival : Paris Charles de Gaulle

You will be leaving Friday daytime from London Gatwick and returning Monday from Paris Charles de Gaulle (exact flight times will be confirmed early July). The journey lasts 45mns. Your tickets will be available electronically 1 week before departure.

FREE LUGGAGE: You are allowed 1 piece of cabin luggage.

You will be staying in hotel rooms or self-contained apartment (2 people sharing) near Paris City Centre with an LCD television, a private bathroom and FREE WIFI. Linen and towels are provided.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN PARIS: You can purchase a travelcard Zone 1 to 3 from us for the duration of your stay as an extra fee.

If you would like to hire a car during your stay, we recommend « Rent a car ». Please contact us for more details or visit https://www.enterprise.fr/en/home.htmML

FEE AND PAYMENT OPTIONS

Moneymob card holders	Full payment of £290 or 2 instalments
Deposit to reserve your booking	£100 by 31.03.2019 or pay in full
2nd instalment	£225 by 30/06/2019 (admin fee included)

For more info or to make a booking, email us at info@afroculture.co.uk

MONEYMOB WEEKENDER PROGRAMME

FRIDAY 13/09	ARRIVAL IN PARIS + DINNER
SATURDAY 14/09	MONEYMOBBING A RANGE OF BUSINESSES
SUNDAY 15/09	FREE TIME OR GUIDED TOUR OF BLACK PARIS
MONDAY16/09	DEPARTURE

We will produce an itinerary in August with "à la carte activities" of restaurants and places to see in Paris during your stay. We will also organise with a Parisian Tour Guide an historical tour of Black Paris, which can be booked for an extra fee, as well as meals in a number of Afro-Caribbean restaurants.

Moneymob in Paris 2018

Moneymob in Marseille 2017

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The latest Tweets from Money Mob (@MoneyMob101). Dedicated to helping Black Business Grow locally & Internationally using the Immense resources of our community. London, England

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Afro Culture

Welcome to Afro Culture! An international network "Showcasing and connecting Diasporic Talents"

https://www.afroculture.co.uk/

Black History Activity Books - A huge success!!

28 Janvier 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #book, #author, #blackhistory, #kids, #ENG, #uk

Home | Black History Activity Books

The Black History Activity Books are designed to educate children on role models and figures whilst stimulating their minds with puzzles and activities. Have fun and learn whilst getting to know ...

https://blackhistoryactivitybooks.com/

The Black History Activity Books have been designed to inspire and educate young people on some of the greatest figures in history. The books use a series of puzzles and activities to stimulate the minds of the reader whilst aiding them to learn in a fun and exciting way.

"We believe that it is our responsibility to inspire and educate our children about their history. There are many positive black role-models that are truly inspirational. No longer will they be kept away from us and hidden in the shadows and there contributions to be ignored! We highlight these role-models, giving young people a greater sense of self thus building confidence. We believe that educating young people about our achievements, contributions to society and this civilisation is of paramount importance".

Their Launch in 2018 was a major success!! Click on youtube link below for their latest video:

The preparation for their second Black History Month event in 2019 is already well under way and 900 tickets have already been booked in less than a week!! Make sure to register online as soon as possible!!

Read on to book your ticket today!!

Black History Activity Books - A huge success!!

Black History Activity Book Launch 2.0

Due to the huge success of the first Black History Activity Book Launch on Sunday the 7th October 2018, we are back by popular demand! We entertained over 2000 visitors and over 100 stallholders. As

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-activity-book-launch-20-tickets-55127629223

Que Vola? Cuban-French Jazz band debut album out soon!

17 Janvier 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #music, #artist, #2019, #quevola, #ENG, #cuba

Que Vola

Signed to No Format (home to Oumou Sangaré, Mélissa Laveaux) and supported at 6Music by Gilles Peterson, Que Vola? formed when French jazz trombonist Fidel Fourneyron followed his namesake to Havana to immerse himself in the percussive music of Afro-Cuban cults. The experience sparked him to reimagine the existing music, with a French brass section reinterpreting vocal leads, alongside Cuban percussionists.

This new Afrobeat-influenced track, 'Nganga', is informed by the customs of the Palo religion, taking its name from the cauldron where a dead priest's spirit is believed to remain.

Listen to track below

UK live debut at Hackney EartH on April 10

Speaking about the track, Fidel says; "I added a bass line to the Palo rhythm. I wanted to be respectful of the choral voice that would usually respond to the soloist, but here it's my trombone that takes the lead vocal, and the rest of the horn section responds, before being answered by the tenor sax."

Que Vola? - that name comes from the Cuban slang for 'What's Up?' - will make their UK live debut at Hackney EartH on April 10 at a show alongside Oumou Sangaré to celebrate No Format's 15th birthday.

Click below for more info to book your ticket now!

Nø Førmat 15th anniversary show - featuring Oumou Sangaré & Que Vola

2019 sees the 15th anniversary of the excellent Paris based record label Nø Førmat . The label is famed for releasing consistently high quality eclectic global music (including Chilly Gonzales ...

https://earthackney.co.uk/calendar/2019/4/10/noformat15thanniversary

Calle Luz - Que Vola

iamnot4sale - A CAMPAIGN TO END SLAVERY IN LYBIA!

14 Janvier 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #society, #2019, #ENG, #gambia, #africa

To join the movement and more info www.iamnot4sale.org

#iamnot4sale is a platform for raising awareness of the plight of African migrants being sold as slaves in Libya, which was launched in January 2018. Fundraising events are staged and Tshirts are on sale to raise money for those who have been directly affected. Artists are encouraged to join the movement and sing against slavery with initiatives like the #iamnot4sale Song Challenge.

#iamnot4sale also proactively works to prevent migrants from using the illegal route to Libya known as the “backway”, by supporting initiatives on the ground. The first initiatives are in Gambia, where they have partnered with organisations preventing young people from undertaking this journey to Hell and supporting returnees’ reintegration into their communities.

To support the campaign and buy your #iamnot4sale Tshirt, click website link below:

Home

EVERY MOMENT COUNTS Red Entertainment and Afro Culture are promoting #iamnot4sale as a platform for raising awareness of the plight of African migrants being sold as slaves in Libya. We are staging

http://iamnot4sale.org/

Read on for more info and pics!!

#iamnot4sale movement in the Gambia

Leading artists behind #iamnot4sale

#iamnot4sale at Heirborn Legacy!!

Gambian artists supporting #iamnot4sale

#iamnot4sale fundraising events in London and Paris

REFLECT COUTURE CHILDREN'S COLLECTION 2018-2019

13 Janvier 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #kids, #business, #brand, #fashion, #reflectcouture, #ENG, #uk

REFLECT Couture Children's Collection 2018/2019 was founded in November of 2018.

This family-run business was set-up to provide a broader range of culturally specific children's apparel and initiate the foundation to build upon the original designs and concepts to embed a children's brand synonymous with quality and cultural character.

Our family consists of (3) children (18, 14), with the youngest 4 years old and the face and ambassador of the brand.

The collection currently consists of Premium Long-Sleeve T-Shirts (Black & White), ranging from ages 6months to 7 years (larger sizes on request), Children sized Cups / Mugs; and the boys and girls Back-to-School Bags /Rucksacks. All available with the original Zummi and Mosiah designs.

For more info contact us at:
(E) reflectcouture@gmail.com

Follow us on:

(INSTA) @reflectcouture
(TWITTER) @reflectcouture
(FACEBOOK) @reflectcouture

Alternatively, visit us at: www.reflectcouture.com and send us any queries 24/7 on the chat portal. We'll endeavour to answer any questions and assist with navigating around the site.

REFLECT Couture Home Page

REFLECT Cultural Couture Apparel Homepage website children's wear collection, family business 2018/2019 long-sleeve t-shirt, cups, bags, girl boy black image

https://reflectcouture.com/

2Fly's debut single Sensei is a real vibe!

11 Janvier 2019 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #music, #artist, #2019, #ENG

Now out on Apple Music and Spotify

Saskatoon Producer Eman just produced a debut single for his group members in 2Fly.

"Sensei" has already received airplay in Saskatchewan, Canada and positive reviews from anybody that's heard it. With their own new school Afrobeat vibe, the single creates a new path for Afrobeat musicians to follow. With a mix of Afroswing, Afrobeat and Dancehall elements for the new generation.

Musical expert Noel McKoy says " I really like the way they are implementing oriental musical expressions in their production relating to the title of the song "Sensei". Wolé coming in on the second verse is very smooth".

All of the musicians in the song bring a different vibe to the song and the group itself. Wolé on the second verse is a very talented Afrobeat singer while Zweii and Uadamen come through with sweet Hip Hop Dancehall vibes on the first verse and chorus respectively. Drino on the final verse brings the new UK Afroswing vibe to the song. The mix of genres gives birth to a new type of sound which they've made their own. It should do really well in the charts!!

People are already asking when the next song is out. It seems more hits are definitely on the way from 2Fly productions.

For more information, promo requests or to arrange an interview, contact:

2Flyproductions (2flyprod@gmail.com)

Kwanzaa is approaching, learn to Ujamaa!!

12 Décembre 2018 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #carosika, #kwanzaa, #business, #event, #ujamaa, #ENG, #uk

For more info, check out https://blackhistorystudies.com/

As Kwanzaa approaches, there is no better time of the year to discover or re-discover the crafts of Black artisans for gift ideas. On Saturday 1st December, Black History Studies put on a Black Market which we had the pleasure to check out!!

In line with the Ujamaa principle of Kwanzaa (economic cooperation) which aims at building and growing our businesses together and using our collective economic force for the benefit of the entire community, we are delighted to present a number of them and would encourage you to check their products for your festive seasons shopping.

For more info, continue to read on:

To order your copy, click link below

The Black History Colour ing Book

https://noordinarybookshop.co.uk/the-black-history-colour-ing-book

To order your jumper, click on site below

Clothing & Beauty | United Kingdom | MelaNative

MelaNative brings you Empowering and Historical Clothing Designs - Natural & Cultural Beauty Products. Unique Designs, Fantastic Quality, Great Price. Based in the UK. Join Us & Go MelaNative.

https://www.melanative.co.uk/

To order, visit their website

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http://www.cowriedesign.com/

We also had the opportunity to interview Nate The Lyricist, a spoken word artist who just released a track called BUY BLXCK (click on link below to listen to the track) and Paul Muhammad, the founder of the Money Mob movement on the importance of collective economics for the Afro-Caribbean communities which would be featured in 2019 in a short documentary on the importance of collective economics for Afro-Caribbean communities.

Nate the Lyricist on the left performing and Caro Sika interviewing Paul Muhammad on the right

We would also like to bring to your attention the online directory of our partner Lobby Noir which lists Afro-Caribbean businesses and entrepreneurs for free and help your business grow outside organised and cultural markets. Peace and love to all!!!!

1er Site de Référencement des Commerces et Services - LobbyNoir

1er site de référencement des commerces et services de la communauté, pour promouvoir l'Afroprenariat. Consommer noir, promouvoir les commerces et services ce phénomène mène vers la croissanc...

https://lobbynoir.com/

Caro Sika sporting out Gitas Portal Headwraps at Black Market Extravaganza - Photo Credit: GraphikVision

Boubacar Kafando and Zaama Nooma at Hootananny, Brixton

27 Novembre 2018 , Rédigé par www.afrocultureblog.com Publié dans #interview, #music, #carosika, #artist, #2018, #ENG, #burkinafaso, #uk

Boubacar Kafando interviewed by Caro Sika

Boubacar Kafando and members of the Zaama Nooma Band

Boubacar Kafando and members of the Zaama Nooma Band

The actual band came together in 2010. The meaning of the band's name is "united we are stronger" in the Mossi Language, which is the dominant language of Burkina Faso, which counts approximately 70 languages and makes it a multicultural country, as many African nations. Boubacar Kafando and the band's love for people and unity really translate in their love for music; and the expression of their music is to call people to leave in harmony and love each other. They equally address the need for social justice and inequalities or injustice they see around them. It naturally makes perfect sense that the latest album of Boubacar Kafando, released in 2016, is called "faut pas se diviser", we must not be divided.

For more info about Zaama Nooma, Afrobeat band, check the link below:

Caro Sika and the Zaama Nooma Band, Hootananny

Boubacar Kafando & Zaama Nooma Band | Biographie | boubacarkafando

Boubacar KAFANDO, virtuose du N'goni et de la Kora, artiste compositeur interprète et leader du groupe Zaama Nooma Band...

https://www.boubacarkafando.com/biographie

Their musical project is, however, far beyond the music industry alone. Zaama Nooma is also the name of the charitable organisation Boubacar Kafando founded in 2007 with the aim to pass on the musical heritage of Burkina Faso and sub-Saharan Africa to the youth. It accomplishes its goal through different actions such as musical workshops (Djembe, Kora), concerts, educational activities such as the repair and manufacture of instruments and research and preservation of endangered instruments. A cultural centre "le centre culturel Zounoogo" also opened its doors in 2009 in the town of Saponé, Burkina Faso.

For more info, https://www.boubacarkafando.com/association-zaama-nooma

It is evident that Boubacar's passion and commitment for music is integral, touring throughout the world and raising funds for the work of his charity and he is actively working at promoting the band so that they can comfortably make a living from the art and their craft. That is one of the reason Boubacar Kafando loves performing in London which he considers to be a multicultural city, very open to African Culture and music.

For my part, I have loved seeing Boubacar Kafando and the Zaama Nooma band perform. I loved the energy, the fusion of rock and the traditional rhythmic of the Kora and other traditional instruments.

For Boubacar Kafando's and the Zaama Nooma's Band next concerts, find all the dates on https://www.boubacarkafando.com/

Photo Credit: Giuliano Eboulia

It is evident that Boubacar's passion and commitment for music is integral, touring throughout the world and raising funds for the work of his charity and he is actively working at promoting the band so that they can comfortably make a living from the art and their craft. That is one of the reason Boubacar Kafando loves performing in London which he considers to be a multicultural city, very open to African Culture and music.

For my part, I have loved seeing Boubacar Kafando and the Zaama Nooma band perform. I loved the energy, the fusion of rock and the traditional rhythmic of the Kora and other traditional instruments.

For Boubacar Kafando's and the Zaama Nooma's Band next concerts, find all the dates on https://www.boubacarkafando.com/