MAKE HAY …. AND CELEBRATE – BY TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ- PUBLISHED WRITER, RADIO PRESENTER, COMPERE, MENTOR AND CEO OF AFRICA4U

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       The stained wind of History,

       Repeats itself ….

       On the new eve of a fresh season,

       Ripe fruits turn sour,

       And the tired leaves from the ageing tree

      yearns for a warmth with reason and direction,

      It is not yet harmattan,

      Yet the wind is choked and cold,

     Who knows what lies within the beauty of hungry hearts.

 

     I have picked the stains from the ancient wind,

    And placed it in an old space filled with raw energy,

   Make hay before a new storm-    FOR LIFE IS A BEAUTIFUL ALBUM

 

Tony Tokunbo Eteka  Fernandez

 

Website:  www.africa-awakening.co.uk 

       

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK- LINDANI MOYO- MASUKU

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Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe in the ’80s to a family of 3 . Lindani is the first and only daughter with two male siblings after her.. She is  a mother to two handsome boys that keep me her inspired and motivated to pursue her dreams. she runs a business called  LADILIEVENTS and specialises  in planning and organising events, decorations and catering .
Lindani moved to the United Kingdom in 1999 and has a diploma in counselling.  She plans to do a BA/hons in the future.
 
On the 18th April 2013,  She founded her own organisation called –  Black African Women Rock , the vision behind BAWR is  to motivate and inspire women to pursue their dreams. .
She believes that women  need to come together, grow and inspire each other in social harmony..
 
Lindani  was raised up in a Christian family, taught to work hard and appreciate everything about life, She was raised to love, share and be kind and speak well to others. Her granny also  raised her to stand up for herself and not allow people to take advantage.
 
.She was also  raised to express her emotions – especially as women play more of a following and submissive role in her culture,-  but with Black African Women Rock , Lindani says NO to that and is passionately and mentally determined to ‘ embrace, nurture and stand out to what you believe in and What a Woman stands for . She believes it is important to look after your family and look after your dreams too~ as we all have rights to our dreams , we all deserve to be heard and appreciated . Black African Women Rock will be hosting the first anniversary event on the 3rd May at the Antoinette hotel in Kingston at 7pm, and will always be hosting the first awards on the 6th December ’14 venue will be updated.
 
How to contact Lindani
twitter- @bawruk
contact – 07447457970
 
 
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HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE NIGERIAN WEST INDIAN ASSOCIATION BASED IN THE UK? ARE YOU A DESCENDANT OF A NIGERIAN MARRIED TO A WEST INDIAN?

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  The Nigerian West Indian (UK) Group (NWIG) was formed in London in the year 2000 by members of the Nigerian West Indian Association (NWIA) who had returned to the UK from Nigeria, in recognition of the need to continue the togetherness and support that existed amongst them in Nigeria, and to assist in the re-integration of members into British society.  It is therefore a branch of the NWIA, and is proud of its links with that organisation.  Members of the NWIA and their families who visit the UK from time to time are welcomed to make contact and attend our gatherings. The main aim of the NWIG at inception was to act as a support group for West Indians who married Nigerians, lived in Nigeria, and have returned to the UK to join family members or for various other reasons.  The group promotes the health, well-being and social integration of its members.

The Services we offer to our community members include the following:

  • Support for people of joint Nigerian West Indian couples and parentage who return to the UK from Nigeria
  • Act as a point of contact for Nigerian/West Indians returning from Nigeria
  • Organise social activities such as:
    • A New Year dinner, usually on the second Saturday of each year
    • A summer picnic during August
    • Quarterly general business meetings/get-togethers for sharing ideas and socialising
    • Celebration and support for family events such as births, marriages, deaths.

 

To find out more information you can email The Executive on info@nigerianwestindiangroup.org.uk or contact me on 07882809005

If you are a descendant of a Nigerian married to A West Indian, this could be for you,  to find out houw to join, also email info@nigerianwestindiangroup.org.uk

AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN HOLLAND- SATURDAY THE 8TH OF FEBRUARY (8PM) AT THE CLUB AFRIQUE

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Tony Tokunbo Fernandez OF Africa4U IN SPECIAL COLLABORATION WITH CLUB D’AFRIQUE Rotterdam, Netherlands will be organising The AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS in Rotterdam, Holland on SATURDAY THE 8TH OF FEBRUARY AT CLUB AFRIQUE, WESTEWAGENSTRAAT 70, ROTTERDAM, HOLLAND AT 8PM.

This will be the first ever EUROPEAN AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENTS AWARDS with similar annual possible initiatives lined up different parts of Europe and Nigeria.
The Awards initiative is mostly inspired by the passion to recognise, acknowledge and encourage the contribution and great work of Africans living in the diaspora and to work closely with African Communities in Europe.
Tony is also a Published Writer, Poet, Compere, Radio Presenter and Mentor . He also manages and mentors a few upcoming performing artists based in Nigeria and is available for Youth Empowerment projects in Europe on Africa.

IN HIS SPARE TIME HE IS THE MEDIA PRODUCER AND PRESENTER OF AFRICA4U AND CEO OF AFRICA AWAKENING ONLINE

He will be organising The AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS in Holland, in collaboration with Club Afrique Rotterdam – A fantastic venue spot that boasts of a unique and diverse range of African brains and talent.

SOME OF THE RECIPIENTS OF THE AWARD ON THE NIGHT INCLUDE:

Topstories-Celebrity Magzine

Aftv Channel 

Clubdafrique Rotterdam

Don Zubi AND Don Zubi ENTERTAINMENT

Otunba Khamileon

Comrade Sunny Ofehe 

I WILL ALSO CONDUCTING PRE-RECORDED AUDIO INTERVIEWS WITH ALL AWARD WINNERS ON THE NIGHT

WATCH OUT FOR FUTURE AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS IN NIGERIA, THE STATES AND GERMANY 

FOR MORE INFO- CONTACT ME ON +447882809005

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE AFRICAN ARTS COUNCIL?

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AAC is a community driven organisation, which governs and advocates on behalf of designers, artists, models, creative folk worldwide. Supported by cultural and educational institutions worldwide. AAC also provides a platform for brand development and PR opportunities for campaigns.

AC’s is committed to the development of designers, artists, models as well as creative folk we are able to represent. The launch of cultural events creates integration,education and entertainment.

OUR SERVICES:
> Sponsorship /funding projects
> Presenting Art workshops
> Supporting Cultural events
> Partnerships
> Small business consultation

 
 
For more information, visit the AAC Website –  http://www.africanartscouncil.co.uk

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK- UK BASED SIERRA LEONEAN FILM PRODUCER- MR COLLINS ARCHIE – PEARCE

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Collins Archie Pearce is  a Sierra Leonean, a Film Producer, Promoter, Stage Director, Actor and Script Writer. He has featured in several Nollywood Movies here in the UK, including: Rubicon, Amina, Shameful Deceit, Battered, “London Na war” etc. He produced the first ever Sierra Leonean movie that was premiered in the UK. He went to Sierra Leone in April 2013 to produce one of the biggest Sierra Leonean/ African film titled “Ibu in Sierra Leone”. The movie was premiered at the Odeon Cinema in Greenwich, Bugsby Way, SE10 0Q, on the 25th October 2013. Collins manages lots of top Nollywood Actors, including Patience Ozorkwo, Desmond Elliott, Van Vicker, Osita Iheme (Pawpaw), John Okafor (Mr Ibu), Chinere Wilfred, Okey Bakasi, Lanre Balagun, Anthony Monjero, Victoria Inyama, Atto Erick, Joannes Maier, Ifunaya Igwe, Adaeze Ngozi, Chinwe Owoh etc. He is also in full time employment with London Underground Ltd, as Train Operations Standards Manager, managing the managers on the Bakerloo line. Collins  has also  featured on National television here in the UK for the past nine years, playing the role of a business tycoon in a TV drama series titled “Every day life” (showing on four sky television channels in the UK).

ROLE MODEL OF THE WEEK- MRS CECILY MWANIKI- READING COMMUNITY AMBASADOR, PUBLISHED WRITER AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT ICON

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My passion is to inspire and empower women and young people succeed by supporting them focus on what matters to them. I support them build and expand their capacity to develop skills, knowledge and positive attitudes that enable them fulfill their potential to not only benefit themselves but also their families and the communities in which they live in. I do this by organizing workshops/trainings, conferences, 1to 1 meetings and even recommending useful books to read as well writing books.

You may not want to build an empire like many men and women have but I just know every woman wants that extra-ordinary life built around their values, their freedom and their families. I have published five books and a number of articles in different topics including women: Health & Wealth; Effective networking; Happy relationship dilemma; Financial well-being.

On a more personal note, I am happily married with two children and I have first hand experience of balancing family, education, work, career and community work. My personal time is special to me, especially spending quality time with my family and my ‘’alone’’ time to recharge my batteries. I take pleasure in networking, travelling, reading and writing.

My professional background, being bilingual (English, Swahili and Kikuyu) and having seen a need and value to empower women and young people, I did a degree in Women Studies after leaving my teaching career. I took another degree in Substance Use and Misuse and a Masters in Public Health and Health Promotion. I have done a number of professional studies including Equality & Diversity, Chartered Management, Project Management. My eight years experience working with women and men who have gone through the Оrlando web designCriminal Justice System and struggling with substance use & misuse gave me an insight of how life’s issues can be challenging and how important social networks and family are in dealing with them. This greatly motivated me to founding the ‘’UTULIVU’’ Organisation which in 2011 got the Queens Award for voluntary service among other seven organisations in Berkshire UK.This earned me the opportunity of being invited to Burkingham Palace for tea with the Queen at her annual Tea Garden Party and to celebrate her Golden Jubilee the following year.This was a life changing experience.

Having migrated from Kenya to UK, I just know how important social networks are in achieving /fulfilling your potential without fire fighting or making obvious mistakes because you don’t know how. Social network has definitely worked for me. My mission is therefore to empower you by equipping you with the necessary skills to fulfilling your potential and make the most needed change while meeting the most wanting needs in the society and the world at large.

My motto in life has always been Aspiring To Inspire Before I Expire. Why not get in touch with us and be inspired, empowered and soar like an Eagle? You have what it takes.

We know the Secrets to Your Success and will support you create it around your values, family and time.

AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENTS AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN HOLLAND – TONY TOKUNBO FERNANDEZ IN CONJUNCTION WITH CLUB AFRIQUE ROTTERDAM

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Tony Tokunbo Fernandez OF Africa4U IN SPECIAL COLLABORATION WITH CLUB D’AFRIQUE Rotterdam, Netherlands will be organising The AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS in Rotterdam, Holland on SATURDAY THE 8TH OF FEBRUARY AT CLUB AFRIQUE, WESTEWAGENSTRAAT 70, ROTTERDAM, HOLLAND AT 8PM.

This will be the first ever EUROPEAN AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENTS AWARDS with similar annual possible initiatives lined up different parts of Europe and Nigeria.

The Awards initiative is mostly inspired by the passion to recognise, acknowledgeand encourage the contribution and great work of Africans living in the diaspora and to work closely with African Communities in Europe.

Tony is also a Published Writer, Poet, Compere, Radio Presenter and Mentor . He also manages and mentors a few upcoming performing artists based in Nigeria and is available for Youth Empowerment projects in Europe on Africa.

He will be organising The AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS in Holland, in collaboration with Club Afrique Rotterdam – /A fantastic venue spot that boasts of a unique and diverse range of African brains and talent.

AFRICA4U IN CONJUNCTION WITH ZIMLINK- VIDEO INTERVIEWS WITH BLACK ROLE MODELS MAKING A DIFFERENCE – THE NEXT FILMING WILL BE ON SATURDAY THE 22ND OF FEBRUARY 2014

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BREAKING NEWS- VIDEO INTERVIEWS/FILMING SESSIONS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY

Africa4U IN COLLABORATION WITH Zim Link– VIDEO INTERVIEWS AND FILMING SESSIONS WITH BLACK ROLE MODELS, THRIVING ENTREPRENEURS AND PEOPLE WITH REAL LIFE STORIES-.

WE ARE BACK AGAIN IN LONDON ON SATURDAY THE 22ND OF FEBRUARY INTERVIEWING A NEW SET OF INSPIRATIONAL ICONS MAKING A PROFOUND DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY – OUR FIRST FILMING TOOK PLACE ON FRIDAY THE 10TH OF JANUARY AT THE LNK CENTRE IN CROYDON AND VIDEOS WILL BE AVAILABLE NEXT WEEK- THE VENUE FOR THE NEXT SHOOT WILL BE CONFIRMED IN THE NEXT FORTNIGHT

CONFIRMED GUESTS FOR SATURDAY THE 22ND OF FEBRUARY

Nia ConsciousBrother Imara OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK SUPPLEMENTARY SCHOOLS

MR Olu Alake OF 100 BLACK MEN OF LONDON

MR Atta Kouassi – CEO OF Staying Focused

ZEE Guveya & the HERITAGE Survival Band – WITH Tomson Chauke– (MUSIC BAND FROM ZIMBABWE)

Sadiq Captain– CEO OF Pathwaysports Ptw

FOR MORE INFO ON VIDEO INTERVIEWS AND EVENT BOOKINGS, RING ME ON 07882809005 OR EMAIL ME – tony@arica-awakening.co.uk 

ALSO WATCH OUT FOR THE AFRICA4U ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FOR AFRICANS IN HOLLAND I WILL BE PRESENTING IN Rotterdam, Netherlands on SATURDAY THE 8TH OF FEBRUARY IN CONJUNCTION WITH Clubdafrique Rotterdam FROM 8PM

 

MR AND MISS BLACK BEAUTY PAGEANT- FRIDAY THE 28TH OF MARCH 2014- AN EVENT YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS

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Mr & Miss Black Beauty Uk Pageant 2014.  was created to honour black beauty, to raise awareness for the minority cultural heritage, and Community significance. In the UK, young black men and women have always remained an epitome of beauty; they symbolize beauty, brain and elegance, which is why we are packaging a beauty contest that will acknowledge and award intelligence, strength, confidence and inner-beauty.
We seek to showcase talents and promote cultural, social, and leadership status by providing a forum for today’s Black UK men & women to express her viewpoints, talents and accomplishments to the world.

It’s a family evening of collective voices from the young men and women from across the African Continent and the Caribbean.

The event takes place on Friday  the 28th of March from 7pm to 23.30pm at the Walthamstow Town Hall,Forest Road, E17 4JA, London

 

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mr-miss-black-beauty-2014-tickets-10046566551?ref=wpevent