Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

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Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

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1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

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   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Jones stresses that business people need to run a lean operation until they raise substantial funds or revenue. However, many make the mistake of holding on to large sums of money while neglecting marketing and other foundational aspects of a business. Jones reiterates that, \u201cin order to make money, it takes money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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#2. Don\u2019t be cheap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones stresses that business people need to run a lean operation until they raise substantial funds or revenue. However, many make the mistake of holding on to large sums of money while neglecting marketing and other foundational aspects of a business. Jones reiterates that, \u201cin order to make money, it takes money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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The social entrepreneur encourages upcoming entrepreneurs to find innovative methods of raising money and take advantage of their network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. Don\u2019t be cheap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones stresses that business people need to run a lean operation until they raise substantial funds or revenue. However, many make the mistake of holding on to large sums of money while neglecting marketing and other foundational aspects of a business. Jones reiterates that, \u201cin order to make money, it takes money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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Passion and enthusiasm are often termed the key to success in business. However, passion can easily blind new entrepreneurs to the amount of money they require to sustain their businesses and how they can get it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The social entrepreneur encourages upcoming entrepreneurs to find innovative methods of raising money and take advantage of their network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. Don\u2019t be cheap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones stresses that business people need to run a lean operation until they raise substantial funds or revenue. However, many make the mistake of holding on to large sums of money while neglecting marketing and other foundational aspects of a business. Jones reiterates that, \u201cin order to make money, it takes money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

     \n \t
     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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#1. Business takes more than passion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Passion and enthusiasm are often termed the key to success in business. However, passion can easily blind new entrepreneurs to the amount of money they require to sustain their businesses and how they can get it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The social entrepreneur encourages upcoming entrepreneurs to find innovative methods of raising money and take advantage of their network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. Don\u2019t be cheap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones stresses that business people need to run a lean operation until they raise substantial funds or revenue. However, many make the mistake of holding on to large sums of money while neglecting marketing and other foundational aspects of a business. Jones reiterates that, \u201cin order to make money, it takes money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Stay open to failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Saran Kaba, every business makes mistakes. Nevertheless, many people make them worse when they try to hide them from either the public or investors. She encourages entrepreneurs to be transparent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: Entrepreneur Spotlight: \ud83d\ude325 Business Lessons From Cosmas Maduka, The Man That Turned $1 To $500 Million<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful entrepreneur says there is nothing wrong with mentioning to investors that your first business attempt didn\u2019t succeed. But, assure them that your second attempt will be successful because you\u2019ve learned from your past failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Inspire other workers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jones says that the ability to motivate the people you work with to give their best all the time is very important. Workers look to their employers for encouragement and inspiration. Thus, know when to lead and when to step back and allow others to lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Leaders should lift others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good leader should lift the vision of others to a higher sight. Besides, leaders should inspire others to challenge themselves and make effort to become the best. According to Jones, a leader should inspire, listen, and empower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=31GkjKE0scU\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jones puts a smile on the faces of Liberian women and children by providing them with clean and safe water. Through FACE Africa, thousands of Liberians can now drink water without the fear of getting ill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope the story of Saran Kaba Jones gives you the courage to take the daring step of doing that which many might consider impossible. A great lesson from Jones is that you need others to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, you don\u2019t need to have all the money in the world to make your dream a reality. The problem with many people is that they sit on their dreams because they don\u2019t have all the money they need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, don\u2019t allow money to hold you back. Let the world know how you plan to transform lives and look for people to fund your course. That way, you will get started sooner than you think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a budding entrepreneur? What do you consider the greatest challenge of starting and running a successful business in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Entrepreneur Spotlight: Saran Kaba Jones's FACE Africa Is Offering Liberians Life","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"saran-kaba-joness-face-africa-is-bringing-clean-water-to-liberians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:56:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=296992","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":165922,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-24 06:42:46","post_content":"\n\nThe 6th AFRIMA set a new record with 8,157 songs\/videos entries. It took a 13-man jury a week to review all the entries. However, songs that were eligible for nomination were those produced between 1st August 2018 and 2nd August 2019. This year\u2019s nominee list has a diversity of old and new talents from all five African regions.\n\nAFRIMA is an annual award which began on 27th December 2014. The establishment of the award is a collaborative effort between International Committee AFRIMA and the African Union. The award aims at promoting African heritage as well as recognizing talents, creativity, and musical works.\n\n

ALSO READ:;Our Top 10 Favorite African Music Videos Of The Week (August 16th)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\nThe unveiling of the nominees for the 6th edition was at the Abora Hall of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 14. The announcement was by Aderele Niyi, AFRIMA\u2019s Associate Producer. According to Niyi, the World Music Festival will hold between November 20 and 23, 2019. However, the venue is not yet known. In a briefing with journalists, Niyi said,\n\n\u201cThe platform is to position Africa as a musical hub for the world as Africans are seen as talented and highly creative. This is going to be the sixth edition of AFRIMA and I can say that it has been getting better each year. This year\u2019s edition promises to be a unique one.\u201d\n\n\n

The AFRIMA nominees for Best Male And Female Artistes categories<\/h3>\nSeveral radio and television stations including RayPower Fm, African Independent Television (AIT), and Kennis Music Fm broadcasted the unveiling ceremony. The Regional category for Best Male and Female Artistes for the five African regions (Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern, and Central Africa) were unveiled. However, the remaining 25 continental categories will be released on Friday 23rd August 2019.\n\nNigerian artistes dominated the male best male and female categories in the Western African region. A similar scenario played out in the Southern African region which was dominated by South African artists. The late DJ Arafat also has an entry in the Western African region for his latest single \u2018Moto Moto\u2019. The AFRIMA online voting platform will open on Sunday 1st September and run till 22nd November 2019. Below is the list of all the regional nominees<\/a> for the 6th AFRIMA award.\n\n

ALSO READ:Remembering DJ Arafat, His Legacy and Top 10 Hits<\/a>\n

Best Female Artist In Western Africa<\/h3><\/strong><\/div>\nAya Nakamura (Mali) \u2013 Pookie\n\nJosey (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Mise Au Point\n\nKanvee Adams (Liberia) \u2013 Daily Prayer\n\nManamba Kante (Guinea) \u2013 Nany Baly\n\nMzvee (Ghana) \u2013 Bend Down ft. Kuame Eugene\n\nNiniola (Nigeria) \u2013 Bana\n\nSimi (Nigeria) \u2013 I Dun Care\n\nTeni (Nigeria) \u2013 Case\n\nTiwa Savage (Nigeria) \u2013 One\n\nYemi Alade (Nigeria) \u2013 Oh My Gosh\n

Best Male Artiste In Western Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Arafat (Cote d\u2019Ivoire) \u2013 Moto Moto\n\nKing Promise (Ghana) \u2013 Abena\n\nShatta Wale (Ghana) \u2013 My Level\n\nSalif Keita (Mali) \u2013 Gnamale ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo\n\nSidiki Diabate (Mali) \u2013 I Love You\n\nBurna Boy (Nigeria) \u2013 Ye\n\nDavido (Nigeria) \u2013 Wonder Woman\n\nKizz Daniel (Nigeria) \u2013 Madu\n\nWizkid (Nigeria) \u2013 Fever\n

Best Female Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nAmmara Brown (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Svoto ft. Mr. Eazi\n\nTamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) - Kwandinobva\n\nChikune (Namibia) \u2013 Pieces ft. Mbosso\n\nTrina South (Zambia) \u2013 Weka\n\nZonke (South Africa) \u2013 Tonight\n\nKelly Khumalo (South Africa) \u2013 Jehova ft. J Flo\n\nNadia Nakai (South Africa) \u2013 Imma Boss\n\nSho Madjozi (South Africa) \u2013 Idhom\n

Best Male Artiste In Southern Africa<\/h3>\nJah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) \u2013 Dzamutsana\n\nWinky D (Zimbabwe) \u2013 MuGarden ft. Gemma\n\nAKA (South Africa) \u2013 Jika ft. Yanga Chief\n\nCassper Nyovest (South Africa) \u2013 Move for Me ft. Boskasie\n\nBlack Coffee (South Africa) \u2013 ft. David Guetta and Delilah Montagu\n\nNasty C (South Africa) \u2013 SMA ft. Rowlene\n\nPrince Kaybee (South Africa) \u2013 Banomoya ft. Busiswa and TNS\n\nSjava (South Africa) \u2013 Umama\n

Best Female Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nKenza Morsli (Algeria) \u2013 Kettal\n\nSouhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) \u2013 Donia Gdeda\n\nSherine (Egypt) \u2013 Kadabeen\n\nJaylann (Morocco) \u2013 Allo Allo\n\nNada Azhari (Morocco) \u2013 Jrit\n\nPsychoqueen (Morocco) \u2013 Enta Habibi\n\nSalma Rachid (Morocco) \u2013 Ma Gazzelle ft. Mok Salib\n

Best Male Artiste In Northern Africa<\/h3>\nDJ Moh Green (Algeria) \u2013 Africa Proud\n\nSoolking (Algeria) \u2013 Esperance\n\nAhmed Soultan (Morocco) \u2013 Draw My Life\n\nAmiinux (Morocco) \u2013 Bini W Biwaen\n\nYann\u2019Sine (Morocco) \u2013 J\u2019essaie\n\nAmr Diab (Egypt) \u2013 Bahebo\n\nCairokee (Egypt) \u2013 Kan Lak Ma \u2018Ya\n\nMostafa Hagag (Egypt) \u2013 Khatwa\n\nTamer Hosny (Egypt) \u2013 Naseny Lay\n

Best Female Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nIrene Namatovu (Uganda) \u2013 Tweyanze\n\nSheebah (Uganda) \u2013 Wankona\n\nNikita Kering (Kenya) \u2013 Happy With You\n\nMaua Sama (Tanzania) \u2013 Lokote\n\nNandy (Tanzania) \u2013 Aibu\n\nRosa Ree (Tanzania) \u2013 Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako\n\nVanessa Mdee (Tanzania) \u2013 Moyo\n\nQueen Darleen (Tanzania) \u2013 Mbali ft. Harmonize\n

Best Male Artiste In Eastern Africa<\/h3>\nBoy Black (Madagascar) \u2013 Hitambarako\n\nShyn (Madagascar) \u2013 Ngoma ft. Denise\n\nKhaligraph Jones (Kenya) \u2013 Leave Me Alone\n\nNyashinski (Kenya) \u2013 Hello\n\nDiamond Platnumz (Tanzania) \u2013 Inama ft. Fally Ipupa\n\nHarmonize (Tanzania) \u2013 Never Give Up\n\nMbosso (Tanzania) \u2013 Hodari\n\nRayvanny (Tanzania) \u2013 Tetema ft. Diamond Platnumz\n

Best Female Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nShan\u2019L (Gabon) \u2013 Ces\u2019t Pas Les Gbes\n\nBlanche Bailly (Cameroon) \u2013 Ton Pied Mon Pied\n\nCharlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) \u2013 Un Jour Dans Ma Vie\n\nDaphne (Cameroon) \u2013 Ne Laches Pas\n\nAnna Joyce (Angola) \u2013 Destino\n\nBruna Tatiana (Angola) \u2013 Musica Para Ti\n\nDuda (Angola) \u2013 Fica So ft. Landrick\n\nTitica (Angola) \u2013 Giro De Bicycleta ft. Laton Cordeiro\n

Best Male Artiste In Central Africa<\/h3>\nC4 Pedro (Angola) \u2013 Se Eu Soubesse\n\nRui Orlando (Angola) \u2013 Me Leva Contigo ft. Barbara Bandeira\n\nYa Levis (DRC) \u2013 Katchua\n\nNiska (Congo Brazzaville) \u2013 Medicament\n\nFally Ipupa (Congo) \u2013 Aime Moi\n\nMaitre Gims (Congo) \u2013 Hola Senorita ft. Maluma\n\nLocko (Cameroon) \u2013 Let Go\n\nMagasco (Cameroon) \u2013 Calling My Driver ft Mimie\n\nSalatiel (Cameroon) \u2013 Anita\n\nThe four-day fiesta will begin with the Welcome Soiree followed by the AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the Africa Music Business Summit, the exclusive Nominees Party and concludes with the live Awards Ceremony. Fans can follow the event by tunning into 84 AFRIMA partner television stations or through the AFRIMA App and social media.","post_title":"Unveiling The Nominees For The 6th AFRIMA Award","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unveiling-the-nominees-for-the-6th-afrima-award","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-10 22:49:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=165922","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124352,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-23 09:32:51","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"] President Weah receiving a copy of PAPD from the Finance minister for Finance and Development Planning<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe government of Liberia has gained a strategic partner in its efforts to achieve pro-poor growth plans. The World Bank, Liberia Office, has introduced a five-year strategic plan<\/a> for Liberia. Through the plan, there will be more emphasis on infrastructural development in the country. Good infrastructure will steer the country towards the right trajectory of development.\n\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Liberian Founder Acquires Essence Magazine from Time Inc<\/a><\/b><\/div>\n\n

Liberia\u2019s Pro-Poor Economic Growth<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah introduced\u00a0Pro-Poor Agenda for Prosperity and Development<\/a> (PAPD) in 2018 with the aim to stimulate economic growth in a way that will benefit the poor.\n\nPAPD has a five-year agenda that covers 2018 to 2023. The Agenda seeks to strengthen people\u2019s capacities to prosper. In addition, it seeks to bring together all Liberians, whether at home or abroad, to participate in the national development process.\n\nPAPD has four important pillars that drive the development agenda. In addition, these pillars align with the country\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/a> The four PAPD pillars include:\n\n

\n
1. Power to the People - The first pillar aims to empower the citizens with tools to gain control of their lives.<\/li>\n
2. Economy and Jobs - The goal of the second pillar is to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth.<\/li>\n
3. Sustaining the Peace -\u00a0The third pillar seeks to maintain peace in the country.<\/li>\n
4. Governance and Transparency - The fourth pillar seeks to promote accountability in the public sector.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

   Country Partnership Framework<\/h2>\n\nThe support for pro-poor growth was affirmed by the signing of Country Partnership Framework<\/a>\u2014CPF. CPF is a six-year partnership plan with the World Bank that responds to Liberia\u2019s strategic priority, the PAPD.\n\nCPF focuses on intangible capital and human resource. In addition, the framework seeks to promote investments in infrastructure. Ultimately, the CPF aims to create an enabling environment for business, strengthen institutions, and boost private sector development.\n\nThrough the CPF and the Five-Year Strategic Plan, the World Bank has become an important partner to Liberia. Combined with the PAPD and the country\u2019s Vision 2030, the planned policies and framework will boost the country\u2019s economic growth.\n\n\n\n

   Step in the Right Direction<\/h2>\n\nPresident George Weah has prioritized the welfare of his people in his policies, as demonstrated in the pro-poor growth agenda. The strategic partnerships with organizations such as the World Bank will provide the much-needed aid to boost Liberia\u2019s infrastructure and economy.\n\nPresident George Weah<\/a> took over from Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf is Africa\u2019s first elected female head of state and a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize laureate.","post_title":"Liberia's President Weah Makes Strategic Partnership with the World Bank To Support Pro-Poor Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberias-president-weah-makes-strategic-partnership-with-the-world-bank-to-support-pro-poor-agenda","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:08:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124352","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":122450,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-31 07:15:35","post_content":"\n\n\n\nThe future of Africa is getting brighter with every passing year. This is because of the relentless contributions by budding enterprises in both profit and non-profit entrepreneurship. The African Diaspora Network has singled out and rewarded 10 early-age entrepreneurs in Africa. These are the ones that are building the future of the continent through technology. Through The Builders of Africa\u2019s Future (BAF) Award<\/a>, the organization has recognized the contributions of African innovators who are leading the continent in its tech and differentiated business development landscapes.\n\nAfrica is a continent with myriad and unique needs that require innovative solutions. The BAF initiative and Awards which is currently its second year, recognizes, celebrates and wards early-stage innovations in Africa. It gives recognition and awards 10 entrepreneurs from all regions in the continent. These regions are East, Central, West, North and South Africa in order to balance initiatives in building the future of Africa.\n\n\n

   Enterprises Building Future of Africa<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe BAF looks at areas of concern where African innovators are coming up with unique solutions. These areas include education, health, commerce, energy, gender inclusion financial inclusion, industrial development, nutrition among other areas that provide socioeconomic benefits. This year, the following innovative African enterprises impressed BAF and hence subsequently awarded the Impact and Innovation Award for building the future of Africa;\n

   \n \t
   • AkiraChix<\/a>. (Kenya) Linda Kamau is the MD and co-founder of AkiraChix that provides hands-on technical teaching and mentorship to young girls, women and children. This is in order to increase the number of skillful women in tech and impact the community positively.<\/li>\n \t
   • Asante Mama Brand - Sunshine Agro Products<\/a> (Uganda). Pamela Anyoti Peronaci is the founding associate of Sunshine Agro Products and Owner and CEO of Asante Mama brand.<\/li>\n \t
   • Enda Athletic<\/a> (Kenya). Navalayo Osembo-Ombati is the founder of Enda Athletic, a business that is bringing Kenyan athletic prominence to runners around the globe by producing the first made-in-Kenya running shoes that champion the spirit of running from the abode of running champions.<\/li>\n \t
   • Fundibots<\/a> (Uganda). Solomon King is the founder FundiBots, a non-profit in education with an objective of accelerating science learning in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
   • J-Palm Liberia<\/a>. (Liberia) Mahmud Johnson is the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a company that produces organic health and beauty products out of formerly wasted palm kernels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
     READ ALSO<\/strong>: This African Country Has The Most Inspiring, Dynamic and High Growth Companies in Africa<\/a><\/div>\n

     Others in the future of Africa list include the following;<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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     •  <\/span>Moringaconnect<\/a> (Ghana). Kwami Williams is the co-founder of MoringaConnect, a vertically incorporated supply chain aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. He is also a NASA rocket scientist and now a future for Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Shule Direct<\/a> (Tanzania). Faraja Nyalandu is the founder of Shule Direct, a successful organization that provides inclusive web and mobile educational platforms in order to offer educational content across multiple subjects to over a million youth in and out of school.<\/li>\n \t
     • Unreasonable East Africa<\/a> (Uganda). Joachim Ewechu is the founder of SHONA Group, a company that is transforming economies in East Africa by growing East African good quality businesses.<\/li>\n \t
     • WeMove<\/a> (Nigeria). Celestine Ezeokoye is the founder\/CEO of this enterprise that is focused on building inventive technology solutions for transportation in Africa.<\/li>\n \t
     • Women in Tech Uganda<\/a>. Barbara Birungi Mutabazi is the founder\/director of Women in Technology Uganda, an organization bringing together women in order to foster technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       Winners in Building African Future<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe founders and leaders of the above enterprises are the builders of Africa\u2019s future according to BAF. This is because they \u201crepresent the stories we want the community to learn about developmental progress on the continent [Africa]\u201d.\n\nThe winners received the Impact and Innovation Award during the just concluded African Diaspora Investment Symposium<\/a> that ended on January 26. This electrifying event was at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Silicon Valley in United States. The event convened entrepreneurs, innovators, leaders, investors, and friends of Africa, with a common goal of promoting the future of Africa.\n\nTo be eligible for the award, an enterprise needs to be an established legal entity. It also must have demonstrable traction in the market and not in the pitch or prototype stages. Additionally, the enterprise must have a website, tangible physical or digital product spanning more than six months. Most importantly, the future of Africa business \u201ccannot be a clone of a western technology or business solution without differentiation\u201d","post_title":"These Are The Innovative African Startups Awarded For Building Africa's Future With Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"innovative-african-startups-awarded-building-africas-future-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:51:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=122450","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":119750,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-04 17:32:22","post_content":"

       <\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119754\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"886\"] Image credit REUTERS \/ THIERRY GOUEGNON - adobe.com<\/em>[\/caption]\n

       Liberian president, George Weah, has proven that he is not only a former soccer legend but one with another mission \u2013 to be a preacher.<\/p>\n

       The 51-year-old, whose footballing career played a huge role in his landslide election victory, recently opened his own church and gave an inaugural sermon.<\/p>\n

       On December 31, 2018, during a watch night service to usher in the new year, the Liberian leader held a service and dedication ceremony for the church \u2013 The Forky Jlaleh Family Fellowship Church.<\/p>\n

       The ceremony was attended by a host of government appointees, including the Speaker of the country\u2019s Legislature, Bhofal Chambers and the Senate Pro-Tempore, Albert Chie, Liberian media, Front Page Africa<\/a><\/em> reported.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_119753\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"937\"] Photo credit frontpageafricaonline<\/a><\/em>[\/caption]\n

       In his first sermon on the theme: \u201cLife is a business; what you do with your life will make you profitable or unprofitable\u201d, President Weah encouraged his congregation to be committed and passionate about their objectives in 2019.<\/p>\n

       To his officials, the former football legend urged them to show commitment to their roles and abstain from sabotaging his administration.<\/p>\n

       ALSO READ: <\/strong>Soccer Legend Becomes President In Liberia\u2019s First Independently Run Election In 70 Years<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n

       \u201cYou work with government then you want to sabotage the government. You are a Minister in the government but you want to sabotage the government. Executive wants to sabotage the government. You want to sit right here so that government work. You are also part of the government\u201d.<\/p>\n

       \u201cLet\u2019s forget about all the setbacks in 2018 and focus on the prosperous New Year, what God gave you is enough,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

       READ MORE HERE>><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

        <\/p>\n","post_title":"Liberian President Weah Opens Church and Delivers Inaugural Sermon","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"liberian-president-weah-opens-church-and-delivers-inaugural-sermon","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-17 00:01:52","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/face2faceafrica.com\/article\/liberian-president-weah-opens-own-church-and-gives-inaugural-sermon","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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