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Australia & UN at forefront of
Africa’s
development
South African Tukulu Wines Ethopia’s Mulatu Astake in Australia CHOGM 2011 in Australia
Phenomenal
Afro-Aussie Women By Rumbidzai Chekeche
Wishing You a Happy Festive Season
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Editor’s Piece To Infinity to Beyond Not so long ago women were looked upon as servants in the
operate thriving businesses that uplift the African
I can assure you that the more you read on through this
household – there to cater to the needs of a husband and
community and hold academic stature from the most
magazine, the more you will be blown away by their talents,
raise children. Those days are long behind us. Some of the
respected of higher learning institutions in Australia.
abilities and selfless demeanour. It truly is an honour to
woman portrayed in this latest edition of the AfriQan
Lets not forget that they do all this while balancing work
present to you the Afro-Aussie Woman – she is indeed one
Times, are the epitome of sustained empowerment through
and family responsibilities as mothers. How many Afro-
of a kind. Visit www.afriQanTimes.com if you know of any
their knowledge and expertise within a given professional field. It’s not everyday that society acknowledges the role women play and just how far they have come to gain the recognition they deserve. The phenomenal woman in the Afro-Aussie community
“Intellectual, smart, innovative and
inspirational within your community and to follow these
blessed with unsurpassed beautiful
Australian communities.
individuals as they continue to blaze a trail of success in
from the African continent…”
has made tremendous strides to gain this respect. It’s through their own admirable self-driven initiative and
Aussie men can lay claim to that accolade?
sense of achievement that has caused the spotlight to fall
I have had the tremendous opportunity rub shoulders with
on them.
some of these inspirational individuals. Listening to their
Intellectual, smart, innovative and blessed with unsurpassed
stories has been a pleasure but I must confess, it has been
beauty from the African continent, these Afro-Aussie
impossible to condense and document all of the
woman now grace the halls of multinational corporations,
achievements because they have surpassed all expectations.
Eshmael Mpabanga | Editor eshmael.mpabanga@afriqantimes.com
AT SQUAD The Afriqan Times welcomes comments and suggestions, as well as information about errors that call for corrections. We are committed to presenting information fairly and accurately. The Afriqan Times Level 28, AMP Tower 140 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 P. O . Box 445, South Perth 6951 Tel: +61 8 9278 2624 Fax: +61 8 9278 2727 FEEDBACK info@afriqantimes.com News inquiries news@afriqantimes.com Tel: +61 8 9278 2624 advertising inquiries sales@afriqantimes.com Editor : Eshmael Mpabanga
WRITERS Israel Hobson Mukuka Mayuka Rumbidzai Chekeche Habib Iddrisu GUEST WRITERS John Kirchner Gabriel Gomado Emmanuel Solomon Mawona Makwavarara Mutwiri Kiereri Alice Obare Graham Osthuizen DESIGN & BRANDING NQACreative Team & Kuda Mukondiwa Design consultant
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Contents
In This Issue 4. Applause – Africa Festival - Brisbane Applause – Africa Dinner Party - Melbourne 5. APA Evening of Professional Esteem - Perth
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Zambian Independence Day Ball 6. Out of Africa 7. Australia, UN at forefront of Africa Development 8. CHOGM 2011 in Australia 9. Stepping out of Poverty 11. The Phenominal Woman 12. Step Forward 13. Fashio House rejects Africa Bid 14. Q & A : Pictures Imitating Life 17. Eye on the Community 18. Yes, I am AfroAussie 19. Wealth or Profit 20. The secrets of training
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22. Nothing but the finest 24. Freedom Hair & Beauty Tips 25. Fabulous benefits 26. DONNSUBI 28. Shock & Awe 30. Business Directory
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Africa Festival
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1. Mario Bosquet (mid with sunglasses up) with friends 2. Zina Ndugwa 3. Magala Ndugwa, Laurence Bulteel Peixoto, 4. Patrice (right) and friend.
Africa Dinner Party Melbourne Photography by Malvin Mutyanda
The 1st Annual Africa Dinner Party was held at Jika International Hotel in Fairfield. Melbourne. It was an evening of dining, entertainment and a showcase of contemporary African culture. There were raffles featured which were sponsored by Apex Beauty and Nail Supplies and Natsai Mbire. The event was hosted by the hostess with the mostest Poni Tongu.
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Perth
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Photography by Joshua Musamba.
APA Evening of Professional Esteem
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An Evening of Professional Esteem, held on the 12th of November 2010, in the very elegant Macquarie buildings on St Georges terrace in the Perth CBD. 1. Yinka Omoniyi 2. Max De Vietri (Consul for Mali) 3. Eve Howell (VP HSS Woodside Petroleum) 4. Halima Sorunmu & Dr. Tomi Kuteyi 5. Carmie Olowoyo (APA & Macquarie Bank)
Photography by Emily Dimozantos.
Zambian independence day ball Melbourne, Adelaide, Queensland, Sydney & Perth
It was a wonderful night, as OZALIWA hosted its 3rd Annual Ball at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, as guests came from as far as Japan. As the Organisation Zambians Living in Western Australia, “OZALIWA� celebrated their belated 46th Independence that fell on the 24th October, 2010; this was also time to build stronger relationships with the founders of the community and its partners.
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LifePhotography by Necia Mitchell PHOTO(top middle) - Sebastian Petersen
Out of
PHOTO(left) Bev Zenzile Parker PHOTO (bottom) - Acting S.African High Commissioner Mauritz Lindeque
Africa By Graham Osthuizen
We had a crowd of 3000+- over the weekend, at the inaugural Out of Africa festival
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ighlights included the speeches by Acting South African High Commissioner, Mauritz Lindeque, Dr Rhonda Galbally AO, and councilor Geoff Ablett, who all paid homage to Nelson Mandela who celebrates twenty years of freedom this year. We celebrated this momentous occasion on the weekend, through song and dance. It was highlighted by Dr Galbally that events like the OUT OF AFRICA festival played an important role in unifying communities through diversity, and minimising isolation through sharing cultures. Other highlights included performances from a line-up of amazing artists. King Marong and Afro Mandinko were spectacular. Special guest artist, guitarist Sebastian Petersen, who flew in from Cape Town, South Africa, performed
with local band SoulTide, whose members are all at St Francis Xavier College in Beaconsfield. The festival forms part of our Cultural Exchange Program between Australia and South Africa, and collaborations between artists from the two countries forms part of what the program promotes. Aboriginal singer/songwriter, Ian Tambo was a great hit. Ian and his band will be going to Cape Town in 2011 as part of the cultural program. The great line-up of performers did not fail to impress and it was wonderful to see the crowd getting involved especially in the dancing aspect of the performances. The Madagascar- Escape 2 Africa live shows were thoroughly enjoyed by young and old. The Melbourne Gospel Choir was spectacular- honouring Nelson Mandela through song. The various food, beverage and craft stallholders had a successful weekend, some selling out completely. Comment by Graham Oosthuizen: Event manager.... This being the inaugural OUT OF AFRICA festival in Melbourne, we are happy with the outcome. The event would not have been possible without support from our various partners/sponsors, who included the Cranbourne Turf Club, Victorian Multicultural Commission, Pratt Foundation, Pony Music, Jurgens Caravans Australia and the City of Casey. Dr Galbally’s support has also been invaluable. While many visitors from outside Cranbourne had problems finding the venue, we are confident that this will not be an issue next year.
The feedback we got from visitors was unanimously positive, and we take onboard what people would like to see and experience next year. The event started off on a great note and we see it growing, to become a premier event on the Australian events calendar. The Sunday festivities slotted in well with the racing, with many festival goers enjoying the racing, some for the first time. Racegoers and many dressed up for the occasion, danced to the music in hats and feathers.
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A wonderful event for the multicultural City of Casey. Positive feedback from visitors, and stallholders, with interest from various vendors to have stalls at next year’s festival. Commitment from various sponsors/partners to be involved for the long term. Organisers and volunteers- sore feet and aching bones, but extremely happy with the outcome We look forward to the second anniversary of the OUT OF AFRICA festival- 2011.
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Australia, United Nations at forefront for Africa’s Developmental issues News
By Mawona Makwavarara
At the dawn of the new millennium, 189 United Nations (UN) member states made a set of eight concrete goals based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights [UDHR]. These goals were created to free humans from poverty and allow them to experience their inherent right to liberty and decent living standards. The UN named them the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) and set an achievement date of 2015.
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ith five years left to achieve the MDG, a summit was held in New York to assess the progress of these goals and world leaders met to establish creative ways of accelerating progress towards the achievement of the goals and elevating poverty in Africa. Australia’s government has dedicated itself to play a significant role in achieving the MDG by creating a Minister of International Development seat in parliament. A strong campaign within Australia will realise an increase in federal budget spending towards international development from 0.5 per cent to 0.7 per cent of Global National Income. “Australia remains just one of seven rich developed nations
that hasn’t as yet committed to increase aid to 0.7 per cent of national income,” said World Vision Australia chief executive Tim Costello. By committing 70 cents per 100 dollars of income towards effective development projects, Australia will fulfill their role in achieving the MDG targets and an end to extreme poverty in Africa in our lifetime There is a definite level of excitement and optimism from the outcomes of this summit, there has not been a time in history when the world has been ready to partner with developing nations in Africa to help them move out of poverty and into prosperity. The country that stood out the most and pioneered a wellstructured approach to achieve the MDG’s was the United States.
CHOGM 2011 in Australia By Habib Idrissu
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he role of the Commonwealth is to promote political stability a decisive factor in luring investors to the continent; therefore the Commonwealth walks alongside Africa on the journey of democracy, mediating tensions, building and reinforcing institutions and promoting
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the Commonwealth’s Latimer House Principles on the separation of powers. The Commonwealth has grown from just eight members in 1949, to 54 members in 2010 with the African countries numbering 19. African countries under commonwealth have grown and diversify economical with other member states, where free-fair market collaboration have strive over the years to boost African economies. Declarations under the code of the Commonwealth have inspired democracy and human rights on the African continent reducing them drastically. Australia’s relationship with member Africa states is symbolic of the
collaboration and co-operation between the countries in the Commonwealth - the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) should focus on building bridges and business in African and Asia. The member states well-established business ties with African countries continues to grow and represents over a third of Commonwealth membership, while the economic opportunities in Africa, with a labor force growing at four per cent a year and a vast market of almost 500 million potential consumers, drives enthusiasm throughout government and business growth.
Illustration by Chiarra Palazzolograder (Year 7)
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Part 1 By Mutwiri Kiereri
The only solution to fighting poverty in Africa is not through economic empowerment but rather a political solution that would see the people through the legislative push for well funded, well equipped institutions to safeguard and uphold the general moral values. It is by realising these moral values that a people can work together, ensuring that not one tribe, not just friends or cronies are empowered economically, but every single citizen.
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attend a seminar entitled “Ending Poverty in Africa – can aid lead to long-term change or is local economic activity the real engine of growth and development?” This is an interesting topic that has been discussed since independence, it’s funny how we still sit and discuss what needs to be done to end poverty, to empower our people and provide a long-term solution to prosperity. Corruption will be a legendary myth that our children would only read about in fictional magazines. One day a generation would question and wonder how despots were allowed to exist by their forefathers.
At this point in time, it only sounds like wishful thinking, a sweet dream that is shared among many of my generation in Africa and a reality in Western Countries. Alas, someone somewhere has just landed a job, a job promised last week, attended an interview this morning only as a formality and is to begin work next Monday. In the interviewing board is probably a relative, or a friend of a friend. Someone somewhere has been arrested for driving with no license, or perhaps missing a tail light, “easy” he exclaims with an inside voice, pulls out his wallet and offers the cop one thousand quid and away he
goes. “It is the norm” we always tell ourselves and therefore embracing corruption when it favours us.
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Feature
PHOTO: Maria Osman Photography: Simba Mashanyare
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Woman The Phenominal
The passionate advocate:
Maria Osman By Rumbidzai Chekeche
Change does not happen on it’s own, but it takes passionate and courageous people to stand and go the extra mile to make things happen. It is not just the strong, bold, rich or the wise that cause these catalytic changes but it is people like Maria Osman who have a driving burden to see a different and diverse world. A F R I QA N T I M E S M AG A Z I N E 2 010 N OV/D E C
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o not be fooled by her humility and smile, Maria Osman is a force for boundaries and limitations to reckon with. Her life has been dedicated to pushing boundaries, changing systems and ensuring a better future for others. Although born in the UK to a British mother and a Somali land father, Maria - a woman of color - grew up in challenging times where discrimination and racism ran rampant and unabated. She remembers going for a job interview for a bank in England, where she was informed “we do not employ people like you”. “Although you may see or experience racism and discrimination, don’t let it destroy you,” she said. At 17 years-old Maria attended a meeting where the speaker was a prisoner who was with Nelson Mandela on Robben Island. The next day in protest to the injustices of the apartheid a young British student committed suicide. These experiences gave Maria her life purpose of ensuring that other people of color would be acknowledged, valued and have the opportunities to progress. Knowing the best place to be most effective was in a classroom; Maria equipped herself with a degree in teaching and later acquired a Masters in Education.
As a young high school teacher she joined women and people of colors’ conscious groups, who stood for people’s rights such as South Africa’s African National Congress, and volunteered endlessly. Driven by her desire to uplift young people she went on to study a postgraduate in Youth and Community Work. She then left teaching to work on the streets as a youth worker, empowering children and providing support. In 1984 Maria arrived in Australia and worked in Darwin as an Education Consultant. She was then offered a position as the Manager of Diversity and Equity at the University of Western Australia where she ensured equity for both staff and students. During her time from 1990 to 2003 the university received many awards and there was a remarkable increase in the number of women employed, even at senior level at the university. Maria then headed the office of Woman’s Interest as the Executive Director from 2003 to 2006, advising the government on woman’s policies to ensure that ALL women were reaping the benefits. She has since written recognised reports on gender equity, diversity and human rights. When she arrived there was only a handful of Africans so she joined the African Community Association of WA
(ACWA), advocating for the African community. The first refugees in Australia arrived from Somalia between 1992 and 1993. Maria availed herself and worked voluntarily with them, connecting and helping them to transition into the society. Maria has also held key positions for the WA Ethnic Communities, Somali Women’s NGO, West Africans Community Organisation and Voices of Australia Until 1960, if you were not determined to be white you could not enter Australia. Yet today Australia is a truly diverse society... For all her efforts in 2007 she was awarded with the Multicultural Community Service Award. While at UWA in 2001 she acquired funding for her and three students to attend the United Nations conference against racism, and present at the conference were some of her icons Jesse Jackson and Winnie Mandela. Maria is regarded as a strong, versatile and selfless Afro- Aussie woman, who as a loving mother and wife continues to make strides to uplift members of the community. “We should open the doors for others, let others shine and lift each other up.”
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PHOTO: mmuluki Moyo (police recruit), Francois Bekker (police instructor) Photography: Amatuer Photography
Step Forward for the Greater Good! By Eshmael Mpabanga
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inding a new challenge has never been a daunting task for African Australians but to be a part of law enforcement is a lifetime and lifestyle opportunity many are taking into consideration. WA Police department are encouraging community members to step in and be part of a diverse team, rallying together to make a difference within our community. African Australians are encouraged to join the police for what they claim is one the most rewarding and family-flexible professions in the community. Zimbabwean born Mmuluki Moyo (Police Recruit) and South African Conrad Francois Bekker (Police Instructor) are two African Australians who have intergrated themselves into the WA police force. Mr Moyo said that although he started as an aged care worker two years ago, life as a police officer was something
he cold never imagined. “Africans should not be deterred from joining the police force because we are all treated as equal in Australia,” he said. Mr Moyo used to work as a debt collector in Zimbabwe before finding his way to Australia. He said that his five-year-old Son was extremely proud of dad’s new profession. “In 20 years time I hope to be first African Australian Police Commissioner, I will work hard to serve my community.” New recruits undergo an intensive 28-week paid training course at the Joondalup Police Academy. Upon graduation they have the opportunity to walk many different paths, coupled with competitive pay, ongoing training and development, medical benefits and six weeks annual leave. Mr Bekker had 10 years experience as a police officer in South Africa’s Rustenburg region as a canine and
narcotics dog handler before moving to Queensland then finding his home in WA. “What drew me to the Police force was the camaraderie and diverse age groups,” he said. “I don’t think Africans would standout or be isolated, we are all just part of a group, working for a common cause.”
For more information visit www.afriqantimes.com or phone Police Recruiting on (08) 9301 9607 or Step Forward today by downloading an application form at www.stepforward.wa.gov.au
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Editors Pick
Photography by: Ros Lengry
Fashion house rejects African Bid By Mukuka Mayuka
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ver the past few decades the fashion industries’ influence continues to grow not only on the public conscience but in-house as well. They have an ability to make or break careers of fashion debutantes and established design houses. When fashion insiders endorsed the idea of Vogue Africa, many of us waited to see who would step up to make it a reality Therefore you can only imagine the unbridled sheer joy that coursed through my veins when I laid eyes on images captured by Cameroonian born, Parisbased photographer Mario Epanya as part of his vision for Vogue Africa. These images had a lot of fashion
The Fashion industry’s ability to invent and reinvent trends and make or break the careers of fashion debutantes and established design houses never ceases to amaze me.
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enthusiasts and bloggers excited by their beauty and style, and many felt they gave life to the possibility of an African Vogue magazine becoming a reality. However, the owners of Vogue, Condé Nast, rejected Epanya’s application to purchase a license for an African edition. This effectively dashed the hopes of those who dreamed that the magazine would join the elite ranks of Vogue Australia, Vogue Italia, Vogue India and Vogue France. In my humble non-fashionista experience, the sheer promise of the nature and calibre of Vogue Africa would have continued the continent’s positive promotional momentum gained during the successful hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. It’s a bitter pill to swallow made even more difficult by Condé Nast’s silence on the issue. We are only left to ponder at what could have been, and assume perhaps somewhat bitterly why Vogue Africa was not deemed fashionable enough. Perhaps you may have some answers? For comments, suggestions and all other enquiries email mukuka.mayuka@ afriqantimes.com or visit www.afriqantimes. com and register your interests.
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Pictures Imitating Life Afro-Aussies on the silver screen by Alice Obare
PHOTO: Azumah Nelson
Bernard Makeny is probably the first Afro-Aussie to write and star in his own movie. A migrant from the Sudan, Bernard came to Australia in 2002 and discovered a world very different from his native homeland. His movie, THE APPLICANT, gives a voice to the experiences and challenges he and many other African migrants face as they try to adjust and assimilate into a new culture.
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he AfriQan Times caught up with Bernard recently and this is what he had to say.
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Applicant� depicts your personal challenges as a competent Afro-Aussie trying to break into the Australian job market. What prompted you to put your story on the silver screen?
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: The applicant addresses common experiences and challenges facing well qualified and deserving African Australians and other emerging communities trying or already in the Australian work force. The aim of the movie is to initiate a debate around work
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place discrimination on the basis of race, and more predominantly on Afro-Aussies.
: What was the general reaction from your audiences?
What prompted me to write the applicant and co-write colour blind, was my first movie, Sweet pain, a short drama examining domestic violence and experiences of migration among African men. In Africa women are resigned to a role of being obedient wives, but power relations between husband and wife is turned on its head whenever a small African family migrate to the West. This movie generated a fruitful debate among African men and women, and was used by most service providers for workshops to leverage this misunderstanding especially among African men.
: If you really want to see the reaction, play Colour Blind and The Applicant to your mainstream work colleagues or Friends, and then you can see the reaction. The reaction has always been real, people feel very strongly about the sense of unfairness, and many people relate to these stories, not only Africans but other emerging communities as well. The most significant reaction is the feeling of guilt, ignorance and injustice towards Africans, Everyone relates to the story in many ways than one.
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In Africa women are resigned to a role of being obedient wives, but power relations between husband and wife are turned on their head whenever a small African family migrate to the West.
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PHOTO: Haweya Photography By Simba Mashanyare
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23- year-old Haweya Ismail is not your average Afro-Aussie woman. She is one of the few women within society who genuinely have the community at heart and puts those less fortunate ahead of her own needs.
Eyes on the Community By Eshmael Mpabanga
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hile some people take the opportunity to gain an education lightly, Haweya has taken it upon herself to build a strong academic backbone that will assist in her efforts to combat local and global social issues. Born of Somali heritage, Hawenya has lived in Australia almost all her life but her burning desire to have an influential impact on the health and safety of her people as well as assist on environmental issues that have plagued the African continent at large, is something she strives towards. Most African countries have had a history on the lack of positive implementation regarding people from low socio-economic backgrounds and Somalia has had its fair share of humanitarian setbacks over the last decade. It now certainly looks as though this AfroAussie individual has equipped herself with the correct tools to make a significant impact on the global stage – starting with people from her origins. Haweya said that when she finished high school, working in an office was never an option – it was not where she wanted to spend her time. “I always knew that I wanted to work outdoors and help others in the community,” she said. “I enjoy being out in the community and communicating with other members of society on an open front.” She said that working in Somalia was something
close to her heart. Haweya highlighted several community concerns that she would like to address such as coastal waste in Somalia as well as toxic dumping – issues that remained unresolved due minimum community involvement – a trend she would like dissolved. Now an Environmental health at WA’s Curtin University of Technology, Haweya has become major in inspiration and motivates other young people in her profession while learning from others in the community. Hawenya has been involved as a volunteer in community projects organised by the Oaktree Foundation where she talked about HIV/AIDS and the development of local communities. She also took part in fundraising initiatives for educational projects as well as building schools in countries such as Papua New Guinea. There are life lessons to be learned from a driven individual from the Afro-Aussie community. Haweya said Afro-Aussie community members should not take the opportunities they have been provided lightly, instead take full advantage of being able to gain an education and make a difference within society. “We should aim to remain motivated and not rest on our laurels,” she said. “Any skills and experience we gain should benefit the community at large.”
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YES I AM Afro-Aussie
name : Maza Getachew | meaning of name: A pleasant aroma, country of origin: Ethiopia | ethnicity: Amhara
state of residence: WA | profession: Masters student | 3 words to describe Africa: Historical, beautiful & majestic
3 words to describe Australia: Outgoing, amazing & hot
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Wealth or Profit By Emmanuel Solomon
Great wealth can bring profit not just for individuals but also for communities, cities and indeed regions all around the world. Like the biblical notion of being blessed to be a blessing, those who are wealthy in all sorts of ways can allow caritas or charity, to guide us in bringing blessing for others.
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began to pay attention to Carnegie’s life and legacy because because he is often cited as an inspiration for two of the richest men in the world today who systematically give their money away. These two men are Bill Gates and Warren Buffett. Gates and Buffett often cite a quote from Carnegie: “The man who dies rich dies disgraced... And besides, it provides a refuge from self-questioning.” Perhaps some of Carnegie’s own self-questioning came from the way in which he made his money, seeking efficiency and profit at the expense of worker well being. Whatever the case, the richest man in the world believed that money made from society should be given back to society. From Carnegie’s example, Buffett and Gates go and do likewise with their own fortunes. Capitalism, at its heart is about multiplying and advancing capital, but what is to be done with immense profits? Perhaps, in the example of Andrew Carnegie, despite a mixed legacy, one might recognise that wealth production should include social capital - namely, that great gains financially can be accompanied
by great gains for society and for the public good. Our wealth - time, treasure, and talent - can be used for the sort of profit that is more than just individual, capital gain. Those who claim to follow Jesus have a powerful motivation to view wealth in the same manner, and his instruction is yet another illustration of his concern for the whole and not merely an isolated group. Jesus instructed his followers to “go and sell your possessions and give to charity; make yourselves purses which do not wear out, an unfailing treasure where no thief comes near nor moth destroys.” This means, as one commentator on Luke’s gospel points out, that “possessions in themselves are neither good or bad; it is the choices that one makes concerning them that determines their significance. The proper use of material goods that are non-essential to the disciple is to be manifested in the positive act of helping those in need.” In other words, wealth can create profit, but the kind of profit our treasure creates is up to us to decide. And where our wealth is, there will our hearts be also.
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Training Variables The secrets of training Part 1
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By John Kirchner y article in last months issue generated a few enquires from people wanting to know more about physical overload. I was asked questions such as “what can I do to increase my training?” or “how do I know I am training at the right level?”, so I will introduce you to the secrets of training that we use at Motivate Health Solutions to get results! To challenge your fitness levels there are certain training variables we manipulate and adjust over time. As the body adapts we need to progressively change the variables to ensure these benefits continue. Remember in my last article I discussed safety, as with all activities this is the first key in a sustainable program that keeps you injury free. Obtain a clearance from your doctor regarding any new exercise routine, now talk to your trainer or email me at fit@motivatehealth.com.au or info@afriqantimes.com and I can
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You have been quoted as saying “by nature we are all born racist”. What did you mean by this statement and what do you think is the solution to this catch-22? Yes I was quoted saying we’re all racist by nature??? That’s absolutely true… What I meant was, naturally human have colour preferences, some want to be white, brown, blonde, yellow, dark brown etc, which is universally acceptable, but when you deny someone fundamental rights on the basis of race, religion or gender it’s a crime in a civilised society that’s a crime and shouldn’t be tolerated. Discrimination against African Australians has only just recently been acknowledged and recorded at a national level. Why do you think the media and in particular film and television are powerful tools that can address issues of race? Media is the only most powerful tool we can use to create intellectual debates, collect views, share opinions and generate tangible solutions. We live in a society where media is the only trusted source of information and awareness. You also co-wrote another short film “Colour Blind” a story about a young woman who leads a blind man through urban Australia, a journey that exposes him to fear and bigotry. The film
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poses the question “Are you free of racism if you don’t see it?” Well, the question is are we free and what does it mean to us a people? Colour blind is a great film, your question reminded me of a little boy in one of the primary schools in Western Sydney, when colour blind was launched I was invited to give a talk on the films and one little boy in the audience asked me and I quote” if this person is really blind, how can he pick up the apple”? And my answer to him was “This (is your) home work and make sure you hand in your answers to your teacher tomorrow”. This is the sort of debate I wanted to create for writing these two films. A lot of people are not aware or used to us, so we need reach out using electronic media, and be able to sell our decent values, skills and knowledge. Are you free of racism if you don’t see it? No… racism is a card used by the insecure individuals to create fear and demonised self esteem to safe guard ignorance, that’s my definition of racism. The only way to beat racism is to challenge racists with civility, knowledge, open mind, great self esteem and acceptance. Your films have received acclaim and generated strong interest from both national and international audiences thanks to ICE. Should your viewers anticipate any more Makeny productions in the future? Filming is my hobby, and yes of course my viewers will anticipate more movies in future if not soon.
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Tukulu is a name that conjures up images of deep red, rich and fertile African soil. It is the gift of good earth that inspired Tukulu Wines to take the name of the soil in which its noble grape varieties are grown. In recent years Tukulu Wines has developed an international reputation for progressive winemaking practices and wines of quality.
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estled against the Dassenberg in the traditional wheat lands of Darling, the farm Papkuilsfontein is a joint venture between Distell, South Africa’s leading wine and spirits producer, a consortium of black entrepreneurs and a trust representing the local Groenekloof community. This black empowerment venture promotes broader land ownership and the local community develops skills in viticulture, winemaking commercial farming and marketing. The consortium of black executives representing taverners actively encourages a wine industry culture in the townships in and around Gauteng where historically the drink of choice has been beer. Since its inception in 1998, around 300 ha of prime vineyards have been planted. Just 25 km from the sea, the vines benefit from cooling sea breezes and a range of hillocks that protect the vines from potentially damaging South East winds in summer. With a cool climate compared to other grape-growing areas in the Western Cape, the area also benefits from above
average rainfall. Of the grapes produced on the farm, Tukulu Wines uses just 20% to produce its own wines and the balance is sold to other leading South African wine labels including Nederburg. Tukulu Wines winemaker Samuel Viljoen grew up in the Kalahari, a picture of an arid dessert springs to mind rather than lush rolling vineyards. But then he explains that his grandfather owned a wine farm and was an active member of the Badsberg Co-op near Rawsonville, and things fall into place: winemaking is in the genes. Growing up in Deben in the Northern Cape, the family moved to Bredasdorp when Samuel was four years old. He completed his schooling there before registering for a Bachelor of Science in Oenology and Viticulture at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. In addition to his grandfather being a wine farmer, his brother Kobie also studied winemaking at Stellenbosch and encouraged Samuel to do the same. Samuel has worked at a few wineries in the Cape Winelands, with a three-year stint at Goudini winery and a harvest at Domaine Serene in Oregon being the most significant. “I leapt at the chance of working at the Nederburg cellar and was thrilled to
have been given the task of making the Tukulu wines,” explains Samuel. “There are very experienced winemakers here that can teach me a lot, but there is also space to try new things and experiment.” For more information about Tukulu Wines visit www.Tukulu.co.za. Selected Tukulu wines are available in Australia online through the South African Wines website, www.SouthAfricanWines.com.au
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Freedom Hair and Beauty Tips By By Francesca de Mori
Hi everyone, I’m so excited to be your new hair & beauty guru for all you beautiful Afro-Aussie Women out there. So let’s get started with some quick info to introduce myself! I am Born and raised in Perth, Australia with Italian heritage.
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have a loud personality and huge passion for Afro hair and holds a Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Advanced Braiding & Afro-Euro Weaving from World of Braiding in London, where I mastered the most advanced methods of braiding, weaving and Styling. In this section I will be discussing ‘How to grow Afro Hair because as a stylist I am asked this almost every day. Afro hair is the most sensitive and fragile hair texture possible. People assume because it’s thick and tightly curled it doesn’t need much attention, but it’s the complete opposite. I’m sure plenty of women agree that with one wrong step, one tight braid, one bad hair product or one heavy weave could cause some serious damage. You need to treat your hair like a child, pay it plenty of attention, treat it every day, put care into it and be thoughtful by trying new oils your hair will love! Here are my Top 10 Tips to growing healthy and long African hair. Switch up your hair styles. If you braided your hair last month, don’t do braids again this month. You need to change protective styles in an organised pattern for example weaves, braids, cornrows etcetera. Give your hair time to breathe. You need at least 2-4 weeks of transition time to let your hair down and treat in between styles.
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Keep a balanced Diet. Fruits and vegetables are important to our whole body and definitely to our hair. Plenty of these will help improve the blood flow and circulation of your system. My favourite is grapefruit! Trim your Ends on a Regular basis. When your hair experiences heat or processing the ends always become the driest because it has been through the most trauma. Once your ends are split there is no way to repair them and your growth becomes non-existent. You don’t need to cut too much off.1 cm every month will suffice. Wash your hair regularly. Try to wash your hair at least once a week to keep your hair hydrated. Use High Quality Organic Oils for Care Products. When searching for your next oil, try to look for branding with “lotions” instead of “sheen” or “grease”. Personally, I use Organix Shea Butter on my clients as it’s a great all purpose moisturiser for the hair and scalp. Exercise Regularly. Exercising regularly allows your blood circulation to stimulate blood into each hair follicle, thus helping your hair grow. Keep a Spray bottle of Fresh Water. Think of your hair like a blossoming flower: it needs water to grow. Afro hair, especially natural textures, loves a frequent spray of cold water every few hours. Buy a $1 spray bottle from Kmart and put some fresh water
in the bottle and keep it in your purse. Brush your hair regularly. Again this just comes down to great stimulation for the hair follicles. Also, it will help to reduce the loose hairs you might be carrying around. On average you lose 40-100 hairs per day, so it’s best to only treat the hair that’s attached! Don’t leave your style for too long. This is really important. If you leave you weave or braids in for too long it will simply cut your hair. Braids/twists should not be left for anything longer than three months. I suggest two months with washing and regular treatments. A full head sew-in weave should not be worn for longer than six weeks.
“You need to treat your hair like a child, pay it plenty of attention, treat it every day, put care into it and be thoughtful...”
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would like to share the beauty of organic oils and their fabulous benefits. A thing you have to know is that 80 per cent of the time when a shop brand product says it’s a Moisturiser, Scalp cleanser etcetera, it’s probably not. Don’t always fall for the label. This is the beauty of Organic Oils; they are guaranteed to do what they are meant too. Check your local beauty supply or Health food shop for the oils and make sure you ask the shop assistant if it is 100% certified.
Natural oils used for hair care: Olive oil great for dry, damaged hair and also softens, conditions and adds shine. Avocado oil gives all the vitamins and adds potassium. Castor oil Great for dry damaged hair and scalp, the natural emollients promotes hair growth. Jojoba oil great for dry hear, gives moisture and conditions and heals scalp intensively. Almond oil all purpose oil, creates shine. Lavender oil Relieves itchiness, dandruff and hair loss. Rosemary oil Relieves dandruff and hair loss (stimulates growth).
Cedar oil Balances oily and dry hair. Tea tree oil - Anti bacterial, anti fungal and is simply great for all hair conditions.
You can all look forward to more elaborate tips, including the best oils to use on your hair in the up coming articles. Next I outline Top Afro hair care products on the market, best styles for natural hair and relaxed vs natural - which is best? If there’s anything else you would like me to cover, please contact me on www.FreedomCouture.com.au or visit www.afriQantimes.com and have your say.
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PHOTO: Donnsubi Photography by Elle Hobson
DONNSUBI By DJ IZ
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hat is a ‘Don’? Spanish dictionaries define the term as meaning ‘Lord or gentleman; a person of great importance, a head of a family or syndicate’. Donnsubi is just that. Forget Brando, Pacino and Quixote, this globetrotting Tanzanian currently resides in Perth, and has quickly established himself as a real leader; Donnsubi aka Mr Nsubisi H.J. Mwambenja, is spearheading the revolution. Having spent time in Canada garnering much hype and interest from his concerts across the country including performances in front of heavyweights like Snoop Dogg and attention from Universal A+R, Donnsubi, rapper, producer and director decided to pack up and move over to Western Australia. Apart from the lure of living alongside the Indian Ocean, the draw card for Subi moving to Perth was the university course he is close to finishing this year. A far cry from the musical heights he had achieved in Canada, Donnsubi found himself still eager to pursue his dreams in a location almost left for dead by the music world. Most of us would have been on our way straight back to Canada, but not Donnsubi. He decided to make something happen right here. As the man himself says, ‘I’m always looking forward for the next thing; Life is about phases. Each phase and each task and each experience you’re given – it’s only supposed to make you better. Whether I fail, whether I succeed – I know my mission is to move forward. Cos years don’t go backwards, time doesn’t go backwards either’. As with every alchemist, this connoisseur of creativity is ever grateful for the influence and blessing his dear mother and family have been on his life. Those early days in Dar es Salaam playing the
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piano his mother bought him and spending time with his late brother Mpoki, watching Yo MTV Raps and learning hip hop culture shaped the boy who would one day become ‘Don’. Donnsubi comes from a family of achievers – he has one sister working in Malaysia and one in New York, a commended heart surgeon. His mother, Sabetha, is the highly acclaimed first and only female CEO in the banking sector in Tanzania. There is no doubt that Donnsubi is focussed. A wordsmith of Shakespearean proportions he is also an entrepreneurial thinker. Such men draw many listeners when they speak. The same is true of Donnsubi. With various projects in the works at any one time including his Small Axe Media Group and his collective - the Outernationals - Donnsubi, (producer, artist and filmmaker) most definitely has a bright future. In a world of shooting stars, famous for one minute and gone the next, Donnsubi is definitely a world changer worthy of acclamation. www.reverbnation.com/donnsubi words: DJ IZ
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Mulatu Astatke, Godfather of Ethio-Jazz, in concert at The Bakery, Perth, WA. Friday 8th October 2010. Supported by The Black Jesus Experience, Sunshine Brothers, Askari Afrobeat Orchestra, Charlie Bucket and Ben Taffe.
Urban Fiesta Urban Fiesta presents ‘Ladies Night’, a Showcase of Afro Aussie talent at Fremantle Metropolis, WA, 21st Sept 2010
Photo: LNX Dread, VJ Kevo, S.O.X., Sutso Banda, K.I.B., Donnsubi, Bala B King, Nantale and friends. Photography by Lilly & Herrington
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PHOTO: Sepp Blatt middle with Qatar & Russian Delegate leaders Photography: AAP 1. Russian Delegation jump for joy 2. Jubilation in streets of Qatar
Shock and Awe By Habib Iddrisu
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IFA President Joseph Sepp Blatter announced that the 2018 World Cup would be held in Russia. Russian delegates in Zurich and Russians around the globe celebrated while other bidders such as England, Netherlands &Belgium, Spain and Portugal sat frown faced. Russia overcame stiff competition from Prince William, David Cameron, David Beckham and their English contingent, who were favorite to host the 2018 World Cup. Australia, Japan, USA, Korea Republic were brushed aside as Qatar won the bid to stage the FIFA World Cup 2022 tournament. The first time in the Arab country in Middle East will open its doors to doors to the world for a sporting event of this stature. Russians development of football has grown over the last decade so the world focus will now be on how Russia will manage its security. The Arab world and the Middle East through Qatar will have the opportunity to
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host the World Cup Football in 2022. In spite of the security challenges in the Middle East, Qatar should have a successful 2022 World Cup tournament if the whole Arab world rallies behind them. The footballing world looks forward to a showcase with a unique Arab twist. The world is watching for Qatar on a historic 2022 world cup, a platform of united front for Arabs and the Middle East. FIFA have recently come under pressure on its political antics especially during the December 2 world cup biding process and how voting is conducted done, among other suspicions. Many football followers say FIFA did not do anything wrong by giving Russia and Qatar the opportunity to host the 2018 and 2022 World Cup respectively, but for the UK and Australia, the opportunity to host the world biggest sporting event has gone. The 2018 and 2022 world cup bidders have spent millions of dollars in their bid to host the world coveted football tournament. FIFA is reaching out to the whole
world by allowing countries, regardless of their wealth and population, the opportunity to host the World Cup. South Africa was able to showcase the uniqueness of the African culture, which the world applauded and admired.
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