West African Immigrant becomes Russia’s first black elected official
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="In this July 20, 2010 photo, Russian councilman Jean Gregoire Sagbo speaks to constituents in his district in Novozavidovo, a village 100 kilometers (65 miles) north of Moscow. People in this Russian town used to stare at Jean Gregoire Sagbo because they had never seen a black man. Now they say they see in him something equally rare _ an honest politician. Sagbo last month became the first black to be elected to office in Russia. (Sergey Ponomarev / AP)"][/caption] NOVOZAVIDOVO, Russia — People in this Russian town used to stare at Jean Gregoire Sagbo because they ...
South Africa’s Louis Oosthuizen cruises to victory at the British Open
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="358" caption="Louis Oosthuizen of South Africa kisses the Claret Jug after winning the British Open golf championship on the Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland, July 18, 2010.(Xinhua/Reuters Photo)"][/caption] South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen won his first major golf title yesterday with a seven-stroke victory in the British Open at St. Andrews. The 27-year-old clinched his maiden major title with a composed display of front-running after taking the lead on Friday. Oosthuizen began the final day four strokes clear of Paul Casey and carded a 71 to finish 16 under around the Old Course. Westwood picked up two shots in a ...
Cool Sites and Gadgets for 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa
The World Cup is the most watched sporting event in the world. As we celebrate this very special moment, the first such event to be held on the African Continent, we are trekking the web looking for cool and exciting sites and gadgets about the World Cup. We will keep our list growing as events progress. If you find a cool site that is not on our list, drop a comment. The Group Predictor by Castrol Football: This is a very cool tool. It helps predict how well your favorite teams will do during the championship. The site also carries other ...
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DISCUSSION: Which would you rather have as the World Cup Anthem – Shakira’s “Waka Waka” vs K’Naan’s “Waving Flag”
So much controversy has surrounded the change of the Official World Cup Song from Somalian Artist K’Naan’s “Waving...
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- Rate This Look from the Olori Collection on Keyshia Cole
- West African Immigrant becomes Russia’s first black elected official
- South Africa’s Louis Oosthuizen cruises to victory at the British Open
- Ghana becomes the only other African team to qualify for the World Cup Quarter Finals
- Cool Sites and Gadgets for 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa
- Nigerian Artist Wande Coal wins big at the Hip Hop World Awards
Our Vibes
In The News: African Vibes Magazine’s 2010 ‘I Wear African’ Runway report on The ExaminerI had the opportunity to speak with the African Vibes Magazine editor-in-chief Belle Niba about the ‘I Wear African’ fashion...
In The News: African Vibes Magazine’s 2010 ‘I Wear African’ Runway report on AOL Black VoicesCoast to coast, African fashion designers are getting much-deserved attention from the American fashion industry. At Mercedes-Benz...
In The News: 2010 “I Wear African” Runway Show Report on Fashion WindowsLOS ANGELES, May 3, 2010 / FW/ — Bringing a new and fresh aesthetics to contemporary African style, “I Wear Africa” fashion show...
Celebrity Vibes
West African Immigrant becomes Russia’s first black elected official
In this July 20, 2010 photo, Russian councilman Jean Gregoire Sagbo speaks to constituents in his district...
Didier Drogba and Liya Kebede on TIME Magazine 100 List
Ivory Coast’s 32 year old Soccer Super Star, Didier Drogba, a striker for England’s Chelsea...
Meet Our Host: the Lovely and Talented Tangi Miller
African Vibes magazine is rolling out the red carpet in style to celebrate its fourth anniversary of...
Beauty & Style
‘SPARKLING GRACE’: SHINE LIKE A STAR – Vlisco’s Second fabric collection for 2010
All your senses will celebrate the colourful new fabric collection ‘Sparkling Grace’ by Vlisco. Go...
Nigerian Jewelry Designer Monalisa Okojie will showcase her new coral collection on the ‘I Wear African’ Runway
NEHITA is a vision of Nigerian designer Monalisa Okojie, who’s passion for beauty led her to...
Ivorian Designer Christiane King will show her vibrant fall/winter collection on the ‘I Wear African’ Runway
Christiane King was born in the Cote d’Ivoire (French for the Ivory Coast) where she spent most of...
Arts & Entertainment
South Africa’s Louis Oosthuizen cruises to victory at the British Open
Louis Oosthuizen of South Africa kisses the Claret Jug after winning the British Open golf championship...
Ghana becomes the only other African team to qualify for the World Cup Quarter Finals
Ghana’s Black Stars beat the United States Yanks after scoring a second goal in overtime to qualify...
Nigerian Artist Wande Coal wins big at the Hip Hop World Awards
The 2010 Hip Hop World Awards (HHWA) took place at the New Expo hall at EKo Hotels and Suites on May...
Viewpoint
Cool Sites and Gadgets for 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa
The World Cup is the most watched sporting event in the world. As we celebrate this very special moment,...
DISCUSSION: Which would you rather have as the World Cup Anthem – Shakira’s “Waka Waka” vs K’Naan’s “Waving Flag”
So much controversy has surrounded the change of the Official World Cup Song from Somalian Artist K’Naan’s...
DISCUSSION: Can a Man or Woman in a Committed Relationship ‘Earn’ the Right to Cheat?
THE CASE OF JON “I have a huge problem. My wife has lost interest in intimacy and sex ever since...
Lifestyle
UN launches song “8 Goals for Africa” to drum up support for the Millennium Development Goals
The United Nations has mobilized some of the foremost artists of Africa and the airwaves of the world...
UNESCO and HP target a virtual “brain gain” for universities in Africa and the Middle East
Some of the world’s best and brightest minds are migrants. What if they could return home –...
Togolese Student Sam Todo builds Robot from Old TV Parts
You could be responsibly green and take your old TV to Best Buy to be recycled. Or, like Sam Todo, you...
