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“I am a Londoner, I am English, I am British… However first and foremost; I am African” Kai Londoners didn’t have to travel very far to get a taste of Africa on the 11th October, when the continent of all humanity came to one of the World’s most famed squares…
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“It’s amazing how food can tell a story…” That’s the opening sentence of Jamie Oliver’s GHANA: JAMIE’S JOLLOF RICE RECIPE. And I ask myself “where is our story in this picture?. It’s no doubt attractive and appealing, but it certainly doesn’t link directly to sub-saharan Africa, let alone Ghana. Now, I…
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My weekend was a pretty ‘artful’ affair as I attended the last days of Frieze Art Fair, PAD Art Fair and 1:54 Contempaorary Art Fair. Being at an arts school has done me no favors in getting my foot through the creative industry door – I’ve had to get out there…
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Breakfast, is without a doubt, the most important meal of the day. It’s scientifically proven by scientists, and more importantly – by students! The benefits of breakfast are endless – you’re literally “breaking your fast” – refuelling your body back to vitality to aid you through what could very well…
What’s in – straight from the inbox to you… So it looks like the Mella Centre is back on Oxford Street… “How Black History Can Change Your Life with Robin Walker: Book launch, Lecture and Discussion” Robin Walker will be launching and lecturing on his radical new book on the early history of West Africa … Continue reading
This was my first ever fashion editorial. It didn’t go to plan as the photographer and models canceled last-minute … But thankfully having experience both behind and in front of the camera paid off… If all else fails – improvise! Look out for the full editorial for Fuse magazine coming soon. Continue reading
University of the Arts London African Caribbean Society (UAL ACS) held a hugely successful event last to honour Ghana’s Independence. Held in London College of Communication’s Darkroom Bar on thursday 20th March. The atmosphere was nothing short of jovial, perhaps it being the end of term played a part. Continue reading
Today is the day! Time to aim your frustrations at the Government – not each other. NO to racist scapegoating on immigration! Join the Rally and Demo marking UN Anti-Racism Day TIME: Assemble 11am, Saturday 22nd March 2014 LOCATION: Parade from the Mandela Statue in Parliament Square to rally at Trafalgar Square Continue reading
I was lucky enough to get an invite to attend Aabru Art’s official launch of Transcending Boundaries 2014. A VIP Champagne Reception (I laid off the alcohol – long story), dynamic display of art for sale, distinguished guests and a afrocentric live DJ set the bar high for the standard of African art events in London… … Continue reading
When Kinho’s in town – I’m a tourist in my own city! Taking a break from my studies to hang out with my best friend Kinho who flew down to London from São Paulo Brazil for a week (and has flown back already – sob). From Boris biking (Barclay’s hire cycles) to straightening the Big … Continue reading
the Educationally Frustrated student 