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    Movie Premiere: Will You Forgive Her? By Simon Timah

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    Movie Premiere: Will You Forgive Her? By Simon Timah

    The Grand Premiere of the movie “Will You Forgive Her?” was held in the Dutch city of The Hague at Victory Outreach Church on the 15th of October 2011. Other premieres in the Netherlands are scheduled to take place in cities such as Rotterdam and Dordrecht. In addition, the movie will be premiered in the Belgian city of Antwerp.

    Those who starred in the movies are of diverse nationalities. They are from Ghana, The Netherlands, Liberia, Nigeria, Tanzania and the Netherlands Antilles. Will You Forgive Her? was shot in various Dutch cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague.

    The Story
    Will You Forgive Her? tells the story of an African Immigrant couple, Charles and Sisi who both live illegally in the Netherlands. On their wedding day, Charles past came calling when an ex he dumped decided to call the immigration police on him.

    In a bid to help her lovely partner, Sisi did so many things with the right intentions. However, the manner in which she carried out her help was questionable. Will You Forgive Her? is all about the price of doing the right thing the wrong way and finding forgiveness in the eyes of the person all the sacrifices were made for.

    ALSO SEE: Lovely Off Shoulder Ankara Dresses To Add To Your Wardrobe Now.

    The Cast
    Too Big: Charles
    Rita Batou: Sisi
    Sunny Ofehe: Pastor Joshua
    Frida Awah: Lum
    Godfred J. Barimah: Koffi
    Lisa Seh: Rebecca
    Simon Timah: Bate
    Souls G. Nie: Jean-Marie
    Bob Hensen: Lawyer
    Francisca Mforsong: Miss Pauline
    Pat Etta: Glory
    Liddy Praise: Patricia
    Emilia Abangenow: Rita

    Producer
    The movie was produced and directed by Simon Timah of Timah Productions. Simon is a Cameroonian living in the Netherlands. He is the founder of Timah Production. Simon Timah is currently working on his next movie titled, “Confused Bachelor”

    ALSO SEE: Steal These 21 Asoebi Styles From This Mercy Aigbe Fashion Book.

    Abigail Tackie-Yarboi is Super Carer of the Year

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    Abigail Tackie-Yarboi is Super Carer of the Year

    A single mum from Stockwell, Abigail Tackie-Yarboi has been acclaimed the super carer of the year for taking care of one of her heavily disabled child, her disabled brother as well as two of her other children. Mrs Tackie was awarded the Lambeth councils carer of the year for voluntarily caring and dedicating herself for her disabled child and brother. There are about 6 million people in the UK caring voluntarily for family members and friends who aresick, weak or disabled.

    According to Councillor Jim Dickson, a cabinet member for health and wellbeing, “This event is a highlight because it recognises some amazing people who give so much and make huge commitments.

    “Every one of those nominated has made an outstanding contribution and deserves our thanks.

    At the event were about 40 other carers and their friends. All nominees were awarded a certificate, a shopping voucher, a bunch of flowers and an enjoyable cream team and jazz music. In addition to what all other nominees got, Abigail also received the sum of £250, two tickets to the 2012 London Olympics as well as a special trophy.

    Carers support with personal things like getting someone dressed, turning them in their sleep, helping them to the loo, helping them move about or administering their medication. Carers also help with things like grocery, washing, cleaning, food preparation, filling in forms or managing their finances.

    Source: lambeth.gov.uk

    Photo Credit: yourlocalguardian.co.uk

    London Fashion Week: The Hottest Floral Prints

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    London Fashion Week: The Hottest Floral Prints

    London Fashion Week: The Hottest Floral Prints

    If you love the ankara African print fabric, you’ll love these beautiful and colourful floral prints by Ashish at the recently concluded London Fashion Week. The colours and designs are just fabulous and will look great on many women who loves ankara.

    All the styles can also be made with the ankara African fabric and look as gracious as these ones. While we love the different pieces of clothes made with these colourful floral prints, we cannot say the say about the choice of used that were worn with the outfit. Most of the shoes have fresh flowers tucked in and around them, making the look creative but still weird.

    Anyways, we’ll pretend the flowers were not there and just concentrate on the clothes. Below are more of some of the colourful floral print outfits that were showcased by Ashish at London Fashion Week 2011. Check them all out and see if there’s something for you. Also, you can get loads of inspiration for your own unique style by taking a good look at all of the styles. Good luck!!!

    SEE ALSO: 55 Ankara African Print Styles For Plus Size Women 2016.

    London Fashion Week: The Hottest Floral Prints

    Two Time Award Winning Novel "Three Strong Women"

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    Two Time Award Winning Novel & Three Strong Women

    Forty-four year old literary prize winner in France, Marie NDiaye has won a second prize for her last novel “Three Strong Women”. The prize was awarded by the Dutch’s literary prize (Nederland’s Literatuurprijs) When the Dutch translation came out this year Marie NDiaye was honored for her well-known tale the “Three Strong Women”.

    Three Strong Women is an inspiring fiction about the struggles of black women in Europe and Africa. The three main characters focused on (Norah, Fanta and Kahdi). According to her publisher Gallimard, “These women struggle to defend their self-worth courageously in time of indignity that life has inflicted”.

    The literature also explicates the difficulty that was encountered by these women. Besides, every tale is a tale of hope and confidence. Furthermore, the three characters are incredibly unlike, it characterize on black women from Africa to Europe.

    The characters speak of Norah as a French lawyer from West-African origin. Fanta is described as a Senegalese woman living in France and Khadi is a young Senegalese woman looking for a way to migrate to Europe illegally.

    Marie NDiaye was born in France; her father is Senegalese and her mother is French. She published her first novel at the age of 18 and she is always optimistic about the future.

    Source: Afro-Europe International Blog

    Video: Liberian Theatrical Trailer: "Pray the Devil Back to Hell"

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    Video: Liberian Theatrical Trailer: "Pray the Devil Back to Hell"

    “Pray the Devil Back to Hell” tells the extraordinary but less-known story of a small group of women without weapons risking their lives in order to bring Liberia peace. The episode was reconstructed through interviews, archival footage and striking images of contemporary Liberia.

    Armed only with white T-shirts and the courage of their beliefs, a coalition of Christian and Muslim women challenged brutality and corruption, taking on Charles Taylor and the warlords. They action helped in bringing peace to Liberia after decades of war.

    Their protests brought about the exile of Charles Taylor and the election of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa’s first female head of state. The occasion marked the vanguard of a new wave of people taking control of their political destiny around the world.

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    Africa’s Top 40 Most Powerful Celebrities of 2011 by Forbes

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    Africa’s Top 40 Most Powerful Celebrities of 2011 by Forbes

    Here is a list of Africa’s top 40 most powerful celebrities as compiled by Forbes. The list consists of actors, cerebral authors, musicians, movie producers, super models, TV personalities and athletes selected across Africa. The celebrities selected are of diverse generation.

    Forbes compiled this list based on over 7,500 entries that were sent to them.

    1. Chinua Achebe, 80, Nigerian, Novelist
    2. Youssou N’dour, Age: 51, Senegalese, Musician
    3. Didier Drogba, 33, Ivorian, Soccer Player
    4. Angelique Kidjo, 51, Beninoise, Musician
    5. Akon, 38, Senegalese, Musician
    6. Wole Soyinka, 77, Nigerian, Playwright
    7. Salif Keita, 62, Malian, Musician
    8. Yvonne Chaka Chaka, 46, South African, Musician
    9. Oumou Sangare, 43, Malian, Musician
    10. Femi Kuti, 49, Nigerian, Musician
    11. Toumani Diabaté, Malian, Musician
    12. Oliver Mtukudzi, 59, Zimbabwean, Musician
    13. Haile Gebrselassie, 38, Ethiopian, Athlete
    14. Khaled Hadj Ibrahim, 51, Algerian, Musician
    15. Samuel Eto’o, 30, Cameroonian, Soccer Player
    16. Alek Wek, 34, Sudanese, Supermodel
    17. Liya Kebede, 33, Ethiopian, Supermodel
    18. Dobet Gnahoré, 29, Ivorian, Musician
    19. Genevieve Nnaji, 32, Nigerian, Actress
    20. Koffi Olomidé, 55, Congolese, Musician
    21. Neill Blomkamp, 32, South African, Movie Director
    22. Souad Massi, 39, Algerian, Musician
    23. Baaba Maal, 58, Senegalese, Musician
    24. Hugh Masekela, 72, South African, Musician
    25. K’Naan, 33, Somali, Rapper
    26. Amadou and Mariam, Malian, Musicians
    27. Awilo Longomba, Congolese, Musician
    28. Eric Wainaina, 38, Kenyan, Musician
    29. Binyavanga Wainaina, 40, Kenyan, Author
    30. Ngugi Wa Thiongo, 73, Kenyan, Author
    31. Freshlyground, South African, Musicians
    32. Chimamanda Adichie, 34, Nigerian, Writer
    33. Rokia Traoré, 37, Malian, Musician
    34. Tuface Idibia, 36, Nigerian, Musician
    35. P-Square, 29, Nigerian, Musicians
    36. Don Jazzy, 30, Nigerian, Music Producer
    37. D’Banj, 31, Nigerian, Musician
    38. Neka, 31, Nigerian, Musician
    39. Asa, 29, Nigerian, Musician
    40. Patricia Amira, 33, Kenyan, TV Personality

    To read the full story, visit Forbes website

    African Fashion Week New York: Blackbird Designs

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    African Fashion Week New York: Blackbird Designs

    Hello friends, check out these pieces that were showcased by Blackbird Designs at African Fashion Week New York. The Kenyan brand makes colourful African clothes for both men and women. For this collection, the ankara African print was the major fabric used. Checkered and plain brightly coloured fabrics were also used and combined to make some of the pieces. Check some of the pieces that were showcased by the brand at the 2011 edition of the event below.

    Blackbird Designs is a brand that is jointly owned by two fashion designers friends, Zeddy and Sidney.

    What do you think of these pieces that were showcased by Blackbird Designs at African Fashion Week New York 2011? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

    SEE ALSO: 15 Ankara Chitenge Skirts And Blouses To Check Out.

    African Fashion Week New York: Blackbird Designs

    This model is strutting the runway wearing a beautiful ankara jacket designed by the brand. She completed the look with a pair of blue tights, red heels, a white shirt, and colourful bracelets made with ankara African print fabric.

    In the photo above is Zeddy and Sidney, the fashion designer friends behind the Blackbird Designs brand.

    Also, are you one of those African men or women that have embraced the African fashion that has been redefined by these new generations of African fashion designers? Let us know how you’ve been doing it by leaving a comment below. Take care and keep on looking fab.

    Take a peep at the Afrocosmopolitan Youtube channel and subscribe to it so you can get our video updates as soon as they are uploaded. You can like our Facebook Page. We are also on Twitter and on Pinterest.

    Photo Credits: The images in this post are from The Fashion Notebook, courtesy of Emma C. Cheppy of Emma Photography. Emma C is a photographer that is based in New York.

    Timelines, Changing The Way You Tell Your Stories on Facebook

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    Facebook has developed a new app known as TimeLine. It changes the way you tell your story in your Facebook profile. You can you images, videos or a combination of both.

    Narrate your story from past to future. Identify those memorable moments, events and milestones in your life. Bring the story to life by using the application. Insert locations, calendars and more.

    The application is not yet available to everyone. Surely, it will change the way we interact on facebook.

    What do you think about this new app? Have you used it? Are you waiting anxiously to lay your hands on it and experiment with it? What is your first reaction to Facebook Timelines? Interesting? Cool? It doesn’t make a difference? Share your opinion by leaving a comment.

    Timelines, Changing The Way You Tell Your Stories on Facebook
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    Rihanna’s 2007 World Music Awards Dress: The Emerald Slay That Predicted Ankara’s Reign

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    Rihanna’s 2007 World Music Awards Dress: The Emerald Slay That Predicted Ankara’s Reign

    Let’s take it back to 2007, when Rihanna wasn’t just a pop princess—she was the Caribbean queen of red carpet domination. Before she was shutting down Met Galas and flexing her billionaire status, she graced the World Music Awards in an emerald green, mermaid-bottom masterpiece that had the fashion world gasping for air.

    That dress? A forest-green dream, hugging every inch of her like it was personally in love with her curves. The fitted bodice, dramatic flared hem, and rich, shimmering fabric gave luxury, drama, and undeniable Caribbean goddess energy. But let’s get into why this wasn’t just a dress.

    Fast-forward to 2011, and African-inspired prints are taking over. Ankara, Kente, Dashiki—these vibrant patterns aren’t just for traditional wear anymore. They’re hitting the runways, music videos, and even mainstream fashion houses. And let’s be real—Rihanna’s 2007 look? It was already speaking Ankara fashion’s bold, regal language before the rest of the world caught on.

    Rihanna's 2007 World Music Awards emerald green dress with a mermaid bottom

    That rich green shade? Straight out of an Ankara queen’s color palette. The body-hugging, dramatic silhouette? A page right out of the African tailoring playbook, where fabric is sculpted to celebrate curves, not hide them. Rihanna was out here unknowingly predicting that African fashion would become a global power move.

    Now, in 2011, we’re seeing celebrities, designers, and street-style icons rock bold prints, structured mermaid skirts, and royal hues with an energy that screams, “I came to SLAY.” Rihanna did it first—and she did it effortlessly.

    So, if you’re out here rocking Ankara skirts with a snatched waist and a flared hem, know Bad Gal Riri was already on that wavelength years ago. That’s not just fashion—it’s foresight, darling.

    Take a peep at the Afrocosmopolitan Youtube channel and subscribe to it so you can get our video updates as soon as they are uploaded. You can also follow and like Afrocosmopolitan Facebook Page. We are also on Twitter, on Pinterest, as well as on YouTube. We cannot wait to connect with you and start interacting on another level. In the meantime, feed your eyes with various African celebrity styles and update your wardrobe with some of the looks.

    Also check out: Rihanna’s 2007 Grammys Look: The Emerald Moment That Set the Red Carpet on Fire.

    Flavour N’Abania Keeping it Hot And Juicy

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    Flavour N’Abania Keeping it Hot And Juicy

    I just can’t help but add this song by Flavour N’Abania known as “Ashawo”. The video is a bit old now as he has released a new music video for one of his latest songs titled “Adanma”. The song is just oooooh hot and I could not resist to share it. He’s the main man at the moment and hopefully,  more hot stuff will be coming from him.

    What do you think about the video? Drop your comments below.

    ALSO SEE: New Music Video: Falling in Love by Onyeka Onwenu.

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