\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Born Khabane Lam\u00e9 in Dakar, Senegal on March 9, 2000, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is a TikTok sensation. In 2001, when he was just one, his family emigrated to a public housing complex in Chivasso, Italy. He studied at the Local High School, Chivasso, Italy, before obtaining his bachelor's from the University of Turin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 with his wordless shrug. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Born Khabane Lam\u00e9 in Dakar, Senegal on March 9, 2000, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is a TikTok sensation. In 2001, when he was just one, his family emigrated to a public housing complex in Chivasso, Italy. He studied at the Local High School, Chivasso, Italy, before obtaining his bachelor's from the University of Turin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Who is Khaby Lam\u00e9?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 with his wordless shrug. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Born Khabane Lam\u00e9 in Dakar, Senegal on March 9, 2000, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is a TikTok sensation. In 2001, when he was just one, his family emigrated to a public housing complex in Chivasso, Italy. He studied at the Local High School, Chivasso, Italy, before obtaining his bachelor's from the University of Turin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Now, his brand has grown beyond his wildest imagination that he even has a superhero book called 'Super Easy'<\/a>. In this edition of Diaspora Spotlight, we will discuss the man, his craft, and his goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is Khaby Lam\u00e9?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 with his wordless shrug. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Born Khabane Lam\u00e9 in Dakar, Senegal on March 9, 2000, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is a TikTok sensation. In 2001, when he was just one, his family emigrated to a public housing complex in Chivasso, Italy. He studied at the Local High School, Chivasso, Italy, before obtaining his bachelor's from the University of Turin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is undisputedly the most popular man on TikTok. But here's the catch, he has never said a word on the social media platform. His signature pose, the wordless shrug, or his look of exasperation, went viral during the lockdown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, his brand has grown beyond his wildest imagination that he even has a superhero book called 'Super Easy'<\/a>. In this edition of Diaspora Spotlight, we will discuss the man, his craft, and his goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is Khaby Lam\u00e9?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 with his wordless shrug. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Born Khabane Lam\u00e9 in Dakar, Senegal on March 9, 2000, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is a TikTok sensation. In 2001, when he was just one, his family emigrated to a public housing complex in Chivasso, Italy. He studied at the Local High School, Chivasso, Italy, before obtaining his bachelor's from the University of Turin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: How Mike Endale Is Helping Ethiopia To Fight COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after graduation, Lam\u00e9 got a job at a local factory in Turin. Unfortunately, things went bad for him as he got fired just before Italy went on lockdown in March 2020. Little did he know that he was about to become a global sensation. As they say, things often get worse before getting better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How it all started for Khaby Lam\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Italy went into lockdown in March 2020 and he was fired, Khaby Lam\u00e9 spent his days with his family, engrossed in his job search. One day, he decided to download TikTok, experimenting with the app in his room. He began with videos of him singing, dancing, watching video games, or doing comedy skits, just like most amateur TikTokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@khaby.lame?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then, a few weeks into 2021, he started his viral trend. He made fun of life-hack videos by reacting with his signature move\u2014a wordless shrug or a look of exasperation. By a stroke of fortune, he struck a chord with most TikTokers. His videos follow a similar pattern where he shows simplified ways of carrying out seemingly overwhelming tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Diaspora Spotlight: Meet Cherrie, The RnB Singer That Will Never Stop Talking About Her Somalia Root<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one video, he peels a banana with his hands in response to a video of someone using a cleaver<\/a> to slice it open.  In another, he reacts to a video of someone noisily peeling a cucumber<\/a> with her teeth by using a vegetable peeler to accomplish the same task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come April, a few months after his foray into TikTok, he surpassed Gianluca Vacchi as the most followed Italian TikToker, and in July 2021, he surpassed Addison Rae to become the second most-followed TikToker. For  Khaby, his silence speaks volumes. In an interview<\/a> with CNN, he mentions that simplicity is the source of his inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Seeing the complex videos making rounds on social media, I fancied<\/em> the idea of making things simpler. The gesticulation happened by luck, but the silence was premeditated. I wanted to reach people from different parts of the world and the best way to achieve that was to say nothing.\" <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Khaby Lam\u00e9 is worth over $2 million. For every promotional video he does, he is estimated to charge $50,000<\/a>, and is reported to earn over $200,000 monthly. He does all these without saying a word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has not been all rosy though<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lame revealed that living in public housing has shielded him from the brutal effects of racism in Italy. However, that has not stopped him from taking the anti-racism message to his TikTok followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In August 2021, Khaby's rise to the pinnacle of TikTok celebrity was sidetracked after he lost several followers. The angry followers decided to withdraw their support for him after he shared an anti-racist message on his Instagram Stories which read, \"Say no to racism\".In response, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I\u2019m seeing comments of threatening to unfollow me because I did a video. I really don't care. It's a shame that it's almost 2022 and racism is still a big issue. Stay happy, stick with your dreams, and save Earth.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Predictably, he bounced back and his stock has been rising ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is now the most followed TikToker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On 22nd June 2022, the entire social media space was agog with the news that Khaby Lam\u00e9 has become the most followed TikToker. He had over 142.6 million followers on the platform. That figure places him ahead of the former number one Charli D'Amelio who has 142.2 million followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Khaby Lam\u00e9 recently took his online content creation adventure to LinkedIn. Legit.ng announced on June 27, 2022<\/a>, that the TikTok sensation amassed 6,000 followers in the first 24 hours of joining the platform. Many are wondering if he is on the platform to dominate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Khaby Lam\u00e9's Rise to Popularity is Inspiring Africans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Khaby
Khaby Lam\u00e9 is inspiring Africans to do more. [Photo Credit: Afrotech]<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like his popularity, Khaby Lam\u00e9's background cuts across different countries. He was born in Senegal to Senegalese parents, but his background has not hindered his brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He has over 50 million followers on Instagram<\/a>, and this huge social media following has opened him up to several international collaborations and endorsement deals. In June, Netflix collaborated with the sensation for an ad. He has endorsement deals with Italian food company Barilla and Indian fantasy sports platform, Dream11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lam\u00e9 believes his goals are simple. \"At first my goal with the videos was just to make people grin. Currently, seeing how famous I have become, I want to become a source of inspiration to others. I want to show others that they can achieve whatever they want.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of his parents' reactions to his success, he said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"It was unexpected for them just like for the rest of the world. So they got into the perspective of me being famous quite late. They didn't have any set idea of what they wanted me to become when I was a child\u2014 the important thing is that I was happy, and had a good job. Right now, I want to keep them\u2014and everyone who looks up to me\u2014proud of me.\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Much of Khaby Lame's life isn't out there on the internet. However, what we know is that he loves to keep it simple\u2014on TikTok and in real life. Since his rise to fame, his most expensive purchase has been an iPhone 12 to shoot better videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I'm not buying anything crazy,\" he said. As more TikTok celebrities sign deals with movie companies, he hopes to work with his idol, Will Smith, someday. He is not too far away as his posts have also received thumbs-ups from the Fresh Prince.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Khaby Lam\u00e9 is showing that Africans can do much more with the circumstances surrounding them. He is breaking bounds, inspiring millions, and keeping it simple. If Khaby Lam\u00e9 could do it, so can you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you think Khaby Lam\u00e9 worked hard to be where he is or it was just a stroke of luck? Thus, will his fame stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Diaspora Spotlight: Khaby Lam\u00e9 Is Now The Most Followed TikToker, Joins LinkedIn","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-khaby-lame-is-inspiring-millions-of-africans-without-saying-a-word","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:36:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=319506","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"3","filter":"raw"},{"ID":124758,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_date_gmt":"2019-02-26 21:18:14","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_124767\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1000\"]\"\" The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix March 1<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nNetflix is set to release the movie, \u2018The boy who harnessed the wind\u2019 on March 1, 2019. The movie is a true story adaptation of a book of the same title. Earlier, it screened at the Sundance Film Festival in preparation for its global debut.\n\nWhen William Kamkwamba built a windmill, he never thought he was doing anything special. He had been forced to drop out of school as a result due to famine, that made it difficult for his family to afford his tuition.\u00a0The young Malawian did not want that to deter his education so he frequented the village library. It was there that he discovered his love for electronics.\u00a0After he read a book called \"Using Energy<\/a>\", he decided to make practical use of the information in the book and create a makeshift wind turbine. He experimented with a small model using a cheap dynamo and eventually transitioned to a functioning model. With it he was able to power up electrical appliances in this family's house. This\u00a0piqued the interest of the local community and soon the buzz of his ingenuity caught international attention.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nPkr9HmglG0\n

The Book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer<\/h2>\nFormer Associated Press reporter, Bryan Mealer\u00a0had been reporting on conflict across Africa for five years when he heard Mr Kamkwamba's story. The story was just the kind of tale he loved to tell so he worked with Kamkwamba for a year to write the best selling book entitled \"The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind<\/a>\".\n\nIn an interview with the BBC<\/a>, Mealer said\u00a0Kamkwamba represents Africa's new \"cheetah generation\", young people, energetic and technology-hungry, who are taking control of their own destiny.\n

\"Spending a year with William writing this book reminded me why I fell in love with Africa in the first place,\" he said,\u00a0\"It's the kind of tale that resonates with every human being and reminds us of our own potential.\"<\/em><\/p>\nAccording to\u00a0Harpercollins Publishers,<\/a>\u00a0the book had already won praises from the bestselling author of \u2018The Alchemist\u2019, Paolo Coelho and Noble Laureate and former Vice President, Al Gore. You can get the book from Amazon<\/a>.\n

ALSO READ:\u00a05 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n

Chiwetel Ejiofor makes directorial debut<\/h2>\nThe movie is a directorial debut of Chiwetel Ejiofor who doubles as an actor in the movie. The \u201912 Years a Slave\u2019 actor and Oscar nominee said he was charmed by the book and wanted to experience it. Speaking about the movie, Ejiofor said,\n\n\n

\u201cTo get emotional truth of the story, I spent a lot of time with William. I came to Malawi to experience the book from the actual ground. I met his family, friends and saw the village where everything took place. [Experiencing stories]\u2026from one point of view is not very rewarding ultimately. I\u2019m just looking forward to being a continuing part of that positive change.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n

TED Global Talk<\/h2>\nThis is not the first time that William Kamkwamba\u2019s story will be told to an international audience. In 2007, he was on Ted Talk sharing his story to a cheering audience. Several venture capitalists at the conference pledged to facilitate his secondary education. In 2013 he was named one of TIME magazine's \"30 People Under 30 Changing The World\".\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G8yKFVPOD6o\n

A Broader Audience<\/h2>\nHowever, the movie adaptation will take Kamkwamba's story to a wider audience. Speaking on the adaptation of his book for a movie Kamkwamba said,\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s very exciting to me because at the time I was writing the book I wanted to reach out to as many people as possible. Having this chance of getting this story into a movie is going to reach more people than the book could have managed to do.\u201d\n\n \n\n ","post_title":"The Story of William Kamkwamba's Ingenuity Is Coming to Netflix March 1st 2019","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"story-of-the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-coming-to-netflix-on-1-march","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-13 17:33:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=124758","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":120834,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-12 06:58:12","post_content":"\n
\"\"
South African Actress Pearl Thusi - Photo credit Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Netflix\u00a0has ordered its first African original series, \u201cQueen Sono,\u201d a drama about a secret agent\u00a0who fights crime while dealing with crises in her personal life.\u00a0The series will launch globally in 2019.<\/p>\n\u201cQueen Sono\u201d stars veteran South African actress Pearl Thusi, who tweeted in an emotional video that she \u201ccannot wait for\u2026every woman on this continent, and actually on this planet, to meet Queen Sono.\u201d Of the deal with\u00a0Netflix, she added: \u201cIt\u2019s going to change the game for every artist on this continent.\u201d\n

ALSO READ:5 Must Watch African Centered Movies Streaming on Netflix (January 2019)<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nThe announcement came last month, barely a week after\u00a0Erik Barmack, Netflix\u2019s vice president of international originals,\u00a0told a gathering in London\u00a0that the company would begin commissioning original series in Africa starting in 2019.\n\nSpeaking about \u201cQueen Sono\u201d\u00a0with South Africa\u2019s\u00a0Independent Online,\u00a0Barmack said: \u201cTaking talent like this and telling stories to the rest of the world puts Pearl in the same category as other strong female characters like Claire Underwood in \u2018House of Cards\u2019 and Jessica Jones.\u201d\n\nHe added: \u201cOver time, our roots will get deeper in Africa and South Africa, and we\u2019re moving pretty quickly to that now, and plan to invest more in local content.\u201d\n
READ MORE HERE >><\/a><\/strong><\/div>","post_title":"Netflix Will Release It's First African Original Series in 2019 Starring This African Actress","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"netflix-release-first-african-original-series-in-2019","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 20:22:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.pulse.ng\/bi\/lifestyle\/lifestyle-everything-you-need-to-know-about-netflixs-first-original-series-from\/k83jrp5","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"};

You cannot copy content of this page

Receive our latest updates

Subscribe To Our Newsletter