Ghana's Independence Celebration: All the Action is in Takoradi!

If you're in Ghana, and you're wondering where to be for the Independence celebration (between 5 and 6th March) then 'no shakes' ASABAAKO is the 'newest thing in town'.
What makes it even more interesting, is the fact that, all the fun and action would be happening away from the capital city (Accra)! Takoradi will be bursting with fun and I'm looking forward to it... ;)



ASABAAKO! translates as "One Dance" in Akan (a local dialect in Ghana) - in essence, the coming together of people to dance 'the same dance' in unity. The festival will feature 3 days of live music and DJs on Busua Beach, in the Western Region of Ghana.


Main Event: Sundays 6TH March, Independence Day, Featuring some of Ghana's favorite 'culture inclined' music artiste.

TALIB KWELI
WANLOV THE KUBOLOR
YAA PONO
...and others yet to confirm



It's gonna be fun...away from the capital; Accra. I'm getting ready to go and get some more of Wanluv the Kubolor into me!! ''This is very Kokonsa''

Gambia's 46th independence celebration

The Republic of the Gambia recently celebrated its 46th independence anniversary on the 18th of February 2011 and as part of the celebrations the king of Ndaga Youssou Ndour was invited to play throughout the weekend... The funds raised during the occasion would be used to help support in the operation 'save a baby' and women's empowerment initiative. Such commitment in our souls can change the world because it can improve and change lives in the Gambia and the souls be heard by the universe.

Sierra Leone Auditions Confirmed

Audition date for Miss West Africa Sierra Leone has been confirm for 9th April, 2011. at the Alafia garden, Beach road, Lumley, Freetown. Applications is now open online, but you need to buy your audition slips at the address below at the cost of Le 20,000 per person.

Read more here.....
http://www.misswestafricasierraleone.com

Shireens Campaign Shoot

The Miss West Africa team had day shooting with Shireen Benjamin's (MWA International'09) soon2come fashion campaign Thanks to Phil Antony, Scissorhands Couture, Mutumi (Make up), Jessique Designs, and Ope and Est Minc Are from Minc ModelsInc', you guys were the best!

In Aid Of Cancer

Miss West Africa Sierra Leone will be adopting a pink theme in AID of Breast cancer.

http://www.MissWestAfricaSierraLeone.com

SHIREEN INVITED AS A SPECIAL GUEST TO THE USA

Shireen Benjamin will be in Altanta from the 23rd of February for Atlanta Fashion week & Beffta USA, more information soon to come.

SHIREEN INVITED AS A SPECIAL GUEST TO THE USA

Shireen Benjamin will be in Altanta from the 23rd of February for Atlanta Fashion week & Beffta USA, more information soon to come.

Shireen's 6 Page Spread For Your Magazine

Shireen talks in her new 6 page spread out in Your Magazine!! And most importantly it's their launch issue. As the MWA Blog goes across seas, we would like to enlighten those that might not be aware of Your Magazine...Your Magazine is probably one of the most professionally designed magazines to hit the streets for the Urban & African trends of life. It features all from celebrities, artists, models and exciting gossip and news. We were more than honoured when Your Magazine contacted us to feature Shireen Benjamin in their 1st issue. In this editorial Shireen talks about everything, from life, family, and men. Don't miss out, get your issue.



PS. Shouts to West Coast Entertainment for the network.

Nigeria is Definately Pushing the Boundaries for West Africa

Mr Endowed is not necessarily D'banj's best work, so on a positive side, if you like it, be sure to know you'll definately love most of his other stuff. Although, D'Banj has Definately pushed the barriers by taking West African grove across seas, and this time it's the remix of Mr Endowed featuring Snoop Dogg, what more to say but to get up off your seat and dance to this........

On another note, we would also like to highlight JJC who brought us the classic "We Are Africans", has come out with a song that needs to be number one, "Say Yes" a beautiful track about a gentle proposing to his lady and kindly requesting she says yes!! Please enjoy yourselves but not too much. Feel free to find these and more on the www.misswestafrica.com on the playlist below. If we get in full force with supporting these artists and the more of them, we will encounter the day where African music are listed on European TV charts.

OK Magazine Catches Shireen Benjamin In Action

I guess as humble as Shireen is with fighting her cause for Africa every now and then she gets caught by celebrity News Papers and magazines such as OK Magazine as so did happen recently. Shreen, as well as a long list of celebrities were invited to a fundraising event called the Street Child of Sierra Leone. Shireen as well as many other managed to raise a whopping £300,000 for the people affected by the post Sierra Leone war where many were mutilated. We hope Shireen can encourage more and more people to support such causes. Make sure you pick up your copy for support, and see if you can recognise some faces.

Miss West Africa Sierra Leone Confirmed

First Face International Ltd, has been confirm the official organizer for Miss West Africa Sierra Leone. And will be bringing you the hottest pageant to reach the shores of Sierra Leone. Prepare yourself for a great night.

http://www.misswestafricasierraleone.com

Miss West Africa Italia 2011, Currently taking in Applications

Miss West Africa Italia is currently taking in applications, Goodluck beauties! http://www.misswestafricaitaly​.com/

ThisDayLive.com Feature

Miss West Africa Nigeria featured on thisdaylive.com
http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/another-luxury-hangout-berths/71840/