LEEDS BASED SANDRA CHAKA will be a GRADUATE KEY SPEAKER at The Africa4i Awards and Public Speaking Graduation Ceremony at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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Sandra Chaka is a Zimbabwean-born, UK-based businesswoman, healthy-living advocate, philanthropist and mother of three. She is the founder of Strength 2 Strength Health Solutions Ltd and has spent 10 years educating and empowering families to make healthier choices through nutritious home cooking.

Sandra’s journey has been shaped by motherhood, business, faith, personal challenges and the loss of her husband. Through it all, she has discovered that strength is not about never falling—it is about finding the courage to rise again.

With warmth, honesty and vulnerability, Sandra shares her experiences of grief, resilience, personal growth and learning to reclaim her voice. Her message is rooted in gratitude, purpose and the belief that our pain does not have to be the end of our story. It can become the soil from which compassion, courage and a desire to help others grow.

Sandra’s heart is to encourage people—particularly women—to believe in themselves, embrace who they are becoming and keep moving forward, even when they have to do it scared.

BRADFORD BASED DR BERRISFORD LEWIS will be a GRADUATE KEY SPEAKER at The Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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If you sense that you are called to make a difference yet wonder how to transform your undervalued knowledge and hard-earned experience into valuable assets, sustainable income and greater control over your future, Dr Berrisford Lewis understands that journey.

As a compassionate Business Growth Strategist, Coach, Educator and Mentor, he helps heart-led coaches, entrepreneurs and community business owners recognise their true value, position it powerfully and attract the clients they are best equipped to serve without sacrificing their identity or values.

His journey from education and global missionary work to corporate leadership and doctoral study has taught him that lasting growth begins when wisdom becomes action and purpose is translated into a practical plan.

Guided by Ubuntu “I am because we are” Dr Lewis walks alongside you, helping you uncover overlooked possibilities and move forward with clarity and confidence. His approach empowers you to think strategically, act ethically and lead with conscience, creating meaningful stories and a lasting legacy while remaining authentically yourself.

BRADFORD BASED JERRY CRAWFORD will be a KEY SPEAKER at The Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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Jerry Crawford  is a Community Worker/Activist, Event Organiser , Audio Engineer , Community Stars Winner, Change maker & Covid 19 Community Champion.

He helped set up Bradford’s 1st community recording studio running music projects for the social disadvantaged.

Over the years he has been involved in many community projects and worked in partnership with numerous organisations.

In 2020 he helped to organise peaceful protest for George Floyd.

Collective Impact  also helps individuals, families or whole communities to bring about social change and improve the quality of life in our local area. They act as the link between communities and a range of other local authority and voluntary sector providers, such as the police, social workers and teachers.

Jerry Crawford AKA Red Dred who has been very instrumental in many music/media based projects and events. He has over thirty years of experience of Djing and organising events.

Over the decades Jerry has provided entertainment at many functions weddings ,raves, house parties  christening, birthdays, community events,festivals and carnivals

Jerry is also a radio presenter which he has been doing for over 25 years.

Jerry Crawford is one of the first pioneers to introduce house music to Bradford.

Jerry worked at Livestock Records Bradford’s 1st dance music record shop. He set up Bradford’s first acid house rave all nighter. In early 90s Jerry set up Reuben Sounds

Bradford’s 1st community recording studio at Bradford Community Arts where he started running music production and dj mixing courses. Over the decades he has worked with many organisations such as

Mapa

Xplosion

Bradford Council

The Youth Services

Bradford Festival

Bradford Trident

The Princes Trust

SportsDev

Raise The Roof

BCB Radio

Windrush Generations

and many more schools, community groups and charity organisations.

He is now working with Collective Impact a community organisation based at Mapa.

BRADFORD BASED ORMA RICHARDS will be receiving an Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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Orma Richards. Studied at Bradford college BTECH fashion design, then went on to Leeds college of art and design Studied fashion Clothing. I like to connect with my community whatever the case may be. Over the years i have worked with young people getting them on courses and work placements. I have also run an after school project.

At this present time I run a women’s group called footprints, this was set up in 2019

The group really took off after the pandemic after women who felt isolated needed a space where they could enhance there creativity or learn skills.

Shamsa is a therapeutic counsellor who works mainly with adults, providing a safe and supportive space in which they can grow and develop. She is passionate about her role and believes that, with the right support, anyone can make positive changes.

Alongside her counselling work, Shamsa has 23 years of Civil Service experience, including managerial roles. She has also volunteered with asylum seekers and refugees, helping to improve the experiences of people who are new to the country.

BRADFORD BASED IRENE KAALI will be receiving an Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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ABOUT IRENE KAALI

TV Presenter, Singer/Songwriter and Zumba/fitness Instructor Irene Kaali (pronounced Carly) was born in raised in Bradford, West Yorkshire. Initially self-taught in all mediums from a young age, she studied at the University of Cumbria, Institute of the Arts, graduatingwith a first class BA (hons) in Dance and Musical Theatre Performance in 2016. She then went on to earn a PGCE enabling her to teach Dance & Musical Theatre to both secondary aged learners & adults.

In 2015 whilst studying, she played Deloris Van Cartier in Blackeden’s production of Sister Act, 2015 and received stellar review, being dubbed “an up and comer with a bright future” and “one to watch”.  With many talents under her belt, one of her proudest accomplishments was when her last original release Going Nowhere was BBC Introducing’s Track of the week in July 2020 and as they said “boasts impressive vocals, melody and percussion” – BBC Introducing, Cumbria.

In April 2024, Irene was crowned Voice of Bradford and now works alongside the BBC as Tv presenter and personality to promote Bradford for City of Culture 2025. She does this alongside hosting documentaries for the Science & Media Museum, her regular Zumba classes in gyms across Bradford and touring pop cover sets alongside her original music. The sky is truly the limit for this multi-skilled artist!

BRADFORD BASED MOFETOLUWA FASANY will be receiving an Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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Mofetoluwa Fasanya is a young Nigerian poet, spoken-word artist and youth leader based in the UK. She discovered a love for poetry through performing and writing, and has continued to use it as a way to share her thoughts, experiences and perspectives.

Proud of her Nigerian heritage, Mofetoluwa is particularly interested in identity, culture, young people and the experiences that shape us as we grow. Her work reflects the things she sees, feels and thinks about, while allowing her to connect with audiences in a way that feels honest and personal.

She has performed spoken word at events including the Yorkshire Black Business Awards , Bradford African Festival of Arts (BAFA), and has also been involved in a range of youth leadership and community projects.

Outside of poetry, Mofetoluwa is passionate about education, leadership and creating opportunities for young people. She is always looking for new spaces to learn, create, perform and meet people who share her love for creativity.

As she continues to develop her voice as a young writer and performer, Mofetoluwa hopes her work will encourage other young people to be confident in sharing their own stories too.

BRADFORD BASED Samuel Ogundapo (DAYO SAX) will be receiving an Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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ABOUT DAYO SAX:

Samuel Ogundapo, widely known as Dayo Sax, is a UK-based saxophonist whose musical practice is shaped by both his Nigerian roots and life in the United Kingdom.

For Dayo, music is more than performance. It is a living and responsive tool that can create connection, calm agitation, hold attention, and support wellbeing.

MUSIC WITH PURPOSE:

Dayo has a particular interest in using music to support children, especially those with special needs. Through: Saxophone, Piano, Curated sound scapes, he creates intentional musical experiences designed to engage the senses, encourage connection, and create moments of calm.

Samuel Ogundapo is an alumni of Ladoke Akintola university of technology, Unilag and university of Bradford.

LEEDS BASED Valentina Hynes will be receiving an Africa4i Award at The City Hall in Bradford on Friday the 30th of October 2026 at 5PM

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Valentina Hynes

Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Business Leader | Speaker | Mentor | Author

Valentina Hynes is a Nigerian-born, UK-based entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience building businesses, developing leaders and connecting communities across two continents.

Her entrepreneurial journey began in 2005 with a jewellery business. In 2010, she founded V14 Ventures in Lagos, specialising in experiential marketing and event staffing, and through Giving Back by V14 mobilised businesses and resources to support disadvantaged communities.

After moving to the UK in 2017, she founded SVH Inc. CIC, a social enterprise delivering workplace wellbeing, leadership development and community engagement for organisations including the NHS, NatWest, John Lewis and the University of Bradford.

A keynote speaker, DISC practitioner, Mental Health First Aid instructor, leadership and business mentor, she combines entrepreneurial experience with behavioural insight to challenge perspectives, strengthen communication, build confidence and support personal and professional growth.

She is the creator of Kakaki by V14™, an immersive cultural enterprise bringing traditions to life and connecting communities, creativity and commerce through intercultural experiences.

Valentina has also authored two books: Walls & Secrets, a collection of short stories and poems exploring femininity and life, and Crafting Your Wellbeing Awareness Calendar.

Her UK honours include Business Woman of the Year at the 2023 Yorkshire Choice Awards, recognition among the UK’s top 100 women in social enterprise on the WISE100 list in 2024 and 2025, two NatWest SE100 listings and an ITV News feature as “One to Salute”. Her international recognition includes an Associate Fellowship of the Royal Commonwealth Society and a Corporate Social Responsibility Award from the Lagos State Government. In 2024, she was invited to the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.

Valentina is an Ambassador for Investors in Community, a charity trustee and former Vice-Chair of Governors at Harrogate High School. Her work is driven by one belief: when people are strong, vibrant and happy, communities thrive.

Syma Khan — Purpose & Personal Development Practitioner | Founder of Heal • Connect • Grow

Syma Khan is a Purpose & Personal Development Practitioner, educator, community builder and mother of four, with over 15 years’ experience as a qualified Approved Driving Instructor and further training as an Adwam Life Coach.

Living with ME/CFS and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) has profoundly shaped her journey. At her lowest point, she began questioning her purpose and asking, “If I met my Creator today, would I feel I had fulfilled my purpose?” This became a turning point, deepening her faith and understanding of healing, purpose and intentional living.

Through Heal • Connect • Grow, Syma helps others reconnect with themselves, their faith and their purpose.

As a home-educating mother, she established a home-education co-op specifically to create a support system for mums, with learning rooted in faith, purpose and real life. She also developed the HCG Community Garden, creating a space for healing through nature, connection and community.