African Vibes Magazine 3rd Anniversary Event

The I Wear African Campaign launches with great enthusiasm

All the theatre and drama of couture fashion was present at the African Vibes Magazine 3rd Anniversary I WEAR AFRICAN Campaign launch which took place over the weekend. The campaign, an initiative of Amabel Niba, the magazine’s Founder and Editorial Director generated lots of excitement as guests were encouraged to dress in Africa inspired fashions.

The event was a parade of glamorous evening wear as well as innovative couture and luxury wear from 8 Designers. The mood of the show ran the gamut from dramatic to sensual, whimsical to classic, traditional to eclectic. The wall to wall enthusiastic audience of socialites, fashion lovers and editors from different parts of the country and abroad flocked to the perennially elegant event April 18, 2009 to enjoy couture and a luxury fashion showcase by designers from Ghana, Cameroon, Sudan and DR Congo. Showcased labels were Bothdoll Fashions, Cote Minou, KiRette Couture, Knaf Couture, Modahnik and Studio D Maxsi. Guests received goodie bags with beauty items from Supporting Sponsor Milani Cosmetics and were served exotic hors d’oeuvres from Africa along with samples of juices from Silver Sponsor, Barrel Juice. Performances by emerging entertainers Les Belles D’Afrique and Stephane Afeni (S.A) also enchanted attendees.

“It is always a great feeling when we celebrate our growth and that feeling only gets better with the launching of this campaign. I was quite touched by the turnout and guests who came out showing off their beautiful African outfits. The launching was a great success, ” said Niba, who dressed for the occasion in a beautifully crafted cream-colored 2 piece outfit straight off the Runway by Afua Sam of Studio D Maxsi; later on changing into a pink strapless frock dress with special markings native to Cameroon by Kirette Couture.

The campaign is just one of the many initiatives the publication is engaged in to stay true to its goal of connecting the world to Africa.

“Getting to this milestone has been an extraordinary journey. We’ve traveled a tough and challenging road but with the continued support of our audience, advertisers, special event sponsors and partners, we have continued to grow; and for that we are truly grateful. We stay committed to play our part to share the beauty that comes from Africa through our different brands, events and initiatives. ” said Barnes Manga, President of African Vibes Communications.

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African Vibes Magazine 2008 Anniversary Event

African Vibes 2009 Anniversary Event

Title: African Vibes 2009 Anniversary Event
Location: 6821 Reed St, Bethesda, MD
Link out: Click here
Start Date: 2009-04-18
End Date: 2009-04-19

WE DON’T SEE AFRICAN GLAMOUR IN THE SOCIAL SCENES
WE DON’T SEE IT ON THE RED CARPETS
SO THIS SPRING, WE ARE LAUNCHING THE BIGGEST AFRICAN FASHION CAMPAIGN

THE “I WEAR AFRICAN” CAMPAIGN

A campaign about individual expression, contemporary style and cultural heritage. Calling on all fabulous fashionistas to drape on their fashionable best so they can proudly say “I WEAR AFRICAN”.

THIS WILL BE AN EVENT LIKE NO OTHER

- The decor will be fashion
- The gift bags will be fabulousity
- The outfits on the red carpet will be inspiration
- The designers will be creative
- The media will be present
- The Paparazzi will be captivated
- And the entertainment will be explosive

SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSOR:

Barrel Juice, A taste Of Africa!

The Ultimate Natural Juice Experience with two great flavors: Ginger Pineapple and Bissap (Hibiscus). Both juices are made with ingredients (Hibiscus and Ginger) that are known around the world for their wonderful and unique taste but also for their numerous health benefits.

SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

- Milani Cosmetics

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GET MORE INFORMATION >>
Email: iwearafrican@africanvibes.com
Phone: 301-648-7404
Coming Soon: www.iwearafrican.com

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Magic System in Concert

Title: African Vibes Magazine Presents Magic System Live in Concert
Location: Fur ~ 33 Paterson St NE, Washington DC 20002
Link out: Click here
Description:

AFRICAN VIBES MAGAZINE
PRESENTS
MAGIC SYSTEM
LIVE IN CONCERT

Event Date: Sunday, October 12 2008
Concert Venue: Fur ~ 33 Patterson St NE, Washington DC 20002
Concert Start Time: 6:00 PM
After Party Venue: Blu Lounge & Grill ~ 6821 Reed St, Bethesda MD 20814
After Party Start Time: 11:00 PM
Event Contact: 301.442.4607 | 240.595.9753

2008 Global Peace Leadership Summit – DAY 2

Title: 2008 Global Peace Leadership Summit – DAY 2
Location: UCLA Tom Bradley International Hall, 417 Charles E Young Dr. West, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Link out: Click here
Description: DAY 2: PROGRAM
8:00am – 9:00am Registration & Breakfast
Special Cultural Performance
Continental Breakfast

9:00am – 9:30am General Agwai’s speech: “Conflicts in Darfur”

9:30am – 10:15am Q & A with General Agwai

10:15am – 10:30am BREAK

10:30am – 12:00pm HUMAN TRAFFICKING with Ene Taylor

12:00pm – 1:00pm LUNCH

1:00pm – 2:15pm ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT with McEnunu

2:15pm – 2:30pm BREAK

2:30pm – 3:30pm Gender Issue in Conflict Resolution: with Hon. Jeanette Ndhlovu and Dr. Mosupyoe:

3:30pm – 4:45pm MEDIA / TOURISM panel with Amabel Niba

Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: 2008-09-27
End Time: 5:00 PM

2008 Global Peace Leadership Summit – DAY 1

Title: 2008 Global Peace Leadership Summit – DAY 1
Location: UCLA Tom Bradley International Hall, 417 Charles E Young Dr. West, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Link out: Click here
Description: DAY 1: PROGRAM
8:00am – 9:00am Registration & Breakfast
Special Cultural Performance
Continental Breakfast

9:00am – 10:00am Welcome and Introductions

10:30am – 11:00am Dr. Salim speech: “Overcoming Conflicts in Africa – Impact on World Peace”

11:00am – 11:45am Q & A with Dr. Salim

12:00pm – 1:00pm LUNCH BREAK

1:15pm – 3:00pm PEACE EDUCATION PANEL

Moderator: Itibari M. Zulu, M.L.S. of The African Diaspora Foundation

3:00pm – 3:15pm BREAK

3:15pm – 4:30pm YOUTH PANEL with Savannah Overton

Start Time: 08:00 AM
Date: 2008-09-26
End Time: 05:00 PM

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