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August 2011 • Issue 11

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A Heart of Art

Shelagh, of Zimbabwean origin, putting Perth on the World Stage

African & Distinguished Nigerian born Australian changing the Australian professional landscape

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IN THIS ISSUE

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To Our readers Moments

Events Afriqan Times could not pass by in July

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Applause: Award Winners Couched with Imat Akelo-Opio:

Providing medicine to the returned returned innocents of war torn nations

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Yes, I Am Afro-Aussie Afriqan & Distinguished:

AQT chats with Tommy Adebayo Chairman of APA Inc. about how to make it Australia

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Around Africa:

Planning your holiday to Africa?

Plan your itinerary with Around Africa.

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My Africa: Seychelles Phenomenal Woman:

Meet Zimbabwean Shelagh Magadza living her dreams come true

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Afrillionnaires:

African Australians making us proud

A look at the Global Profile

of the Nassef Sawiris.

A last born raising above the fray.

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Entertainment:

STAR STRUCK by International Reggae Artist J Boog

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10 Q’s to Afro-Aussies

Let’s see how much we know about Australia

And what we remember about Africa

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Poems:

We saved some space her to share the songs of your heart and dances for your soul

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Nollywood News:

Top 6 movies from Nollywood we recommend you watch this month and major Australian premiers

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Obsessions:

Top 6 gadgets you should put on your your wish list… and mail it to your rich friends and relatives

Emmanuel Solomon Afriqan Times Director

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African from Down Under

Yes, Australia is a land of opportunity but as I was reminded Australia doesn’t owe me a living., a job, a dream house or a flash car. Its not about where you come from, its not about your history, its not about the colour of your skin, Its all about THE MINDSET AND PRIORITIES. I have the privileged opportunity of meeting African Australians at the highest echelons in Australian society, from Corporate to Small business, Government to Academia and it’s intriguing how different the mindset is. Eve Howell, Woodside Petroleum Vice President HSS&S, noted being an African Australian is actually an advantage; it opens doors and opportunities – wow! how about that for mindset.

As the last wave of new migrants, I believe there is something special about us, our capacity to succeed is tested and proven by the very will and determination that brought us to our new home.

We have the power to brand who the African Australian is – progressive, modern, educated, engaged, astute and a celebrated citizen of this continent.

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Yes, we can!

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TO OUR READERS

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The Feel Good Issue When the majority are escaping our wet and windy Australian winter to where the sun shines and temperatures are high, we stay here to review the most interesting events that took place this winter to have an impact on our Afro-Aussies to make you feel good. Miss Africa 2011, African Professional’s of Australia Awards, Africa Day celebrations plus countless events taking place in Africa as this issue goes to print, all of this undoubtedly shows that there is a lot to feel good about and be proud of.

This is also the perfect time for us to catch up with some amazing people, such as Tommy Adebayo, Chairman and Founder of the APAAU and Shelagh Magadza, one of Australia’s top women in arts industry, for a cup of coffee and chat about the opportunities they found in Australia and about the qualities that make Afro-Aussies great contributors to Australian multicultural society.

Of course, we didn’t stop there. A little bit of fashion flash (these pieces are not for your wardrobe, they are better suited for an art gallery), virtual journey around Africa (after all, it is holiday season), music interviews, small obsessions for your wish list (one day it will all be yours!) and easy entertainment are all in this issue.

How does this feel?

Founders Circa 2009 • Emmanuel K Solomon, Gabriel Gomado

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.

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For a brighter future

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Moments

Miss Africa Perth 2011

Moments:

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in Perth Town Hall

Images: Raymond Chan

48th Africa Day Celebration at Canberra

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Applause: AWARD WINNERS

Excellence Award in Chemical and Interfacial Engineering AFRICOMSA Award

African Professional of the year Award - APAAU Award Dr. Ahmed Berhan

Professor Jonas Addai-Mensa

2011 African Australian Woman of the Year Award - AFRICOMSA Award Dorinda Hafina

Outstanding Service Award – APAAU Award Prison Fellowship Western Australia

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Excellence Award in Rural Medical Services AFRICOMSA Award - Dr Uche Onwuchek.

e will love to applaud African Australians who in their various endeavours are scaling the ladder of excellence. Email us at info@afriqantimes.com with Name Award Won, Awarding Organisation, Name of Award winner, Photo (min.500kB) From primary school to Industry awards, we welcome ALL.

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Guest Lounge:

Couched with Imat Akelo-Opiro Abena Wright | NSW

Afriqan Times Magazine caught up with Imat Opiro Founder and Director of Otino-International, an actress and a Senior International Drug Monitor. Surely a woman of many facets to chat about the recently launched Otino-International and what she hope to achieve.

AQT: What projects are you are involved in?

A: Currently (as of this year) I have just completed a small feature on the Channel 7 TV series Winners and Losers that will air this season. I am also currently working on a play that has never been performed before and due to confidentiality reasons I cannot name the play however this will be showing later this Year in September.

In relation to Otino-International, we are a medical non-profit that aims to provide medicine to the returned innocents of war torn nations. We are currently beginning in Northern Uganda with the focus on immunization to the innocents in rural areas that do not have access to hospitals or medical facilities, due to the LRA having raised their ancestral homes and all infrastructure to the ground. Please join us on facebook as per the link at the end of the interview and we will be online soon!

However earlier this year Otino had a benefit called “The Last Frontier Benefit” of which 100% funds raised were donated to the Queensland Flood and Cyclone victims. The evening was based on 100% African Urban and World Music Performers giving back to our brothers and sisters in this land that we all call home. The evening was named “Music for Humanity” and was an amazing success with world class acts: Culture Connect, Barawato (Ousmane), Zulu, Victory, Urban Empire and DJ NukC. AQT: Have you got anything in the pipeline?

A: Yes, God is more than good. I have been invited to Europe by the President of the EOAWO (Empowerment of African Women Organization). The EOAWO is an International organization that stems from Europe that are advocates providing help and generating awareness to the causes of Gender Inequality.

In particular, violence against women and children in DRC. Further to this the EOAWO also is working in the EU to help turn around lives of young women caught up in the slavery of human trafficking (specifically prostitution) who were brought from Africa to the EU. This invitation is extremely humbling and I look forward to playing an integral role as an Otino International partner in conjunction with EOAWO later this year.

AQT: What would you advice fellow afro aussie women?

A: Know who you are! Spend time with yourself (as in your soul). Be confident in who you are as a unique and beautiful daughter of Eve and do not be alarmed/distracted, because when you start following your dreams because there will be stiff opposition. Just keep on moving and have faith, joy, love and stay focused and you will achieve!

AQT: What inspired you to do what you are doing?

A: I believe that we are given a purpose to fulfill during our lifetime. My inspiration was no more than enjoying having a passion for the arts, feeling comfortable in my own skin and empowering others wherever and whenever I can especially through the arts.

In addition the current source of my inspiration that keeps me going right now, is the need for me bring forth Imat , un-exampled, visionary and empowerment role model that inspires all peoples around the globe. My inspiration is paving the way as Imat and doing what no –one else can and sharing this gift empowerment to all peoples so that they go farther than imagined and do what only they are purposed to do with their own unique ability. In short my inspiration is that “The message is far greater than I”.

AQT: Who is your role model?

A: My role models include both my grandmothers and my mother. Each one is so strong and vision oriented that were it not for them going through being jailed for selling local brew to send my mother to school or standing up against men folk during a male dominated era to ensure that my mother was given an education, or for my Mother for studying to tertiary level in life and becoming a global leader and world changer then I would not be where I am today.

We are all a product of the pyramid – i.e. we all stand on the backs of the ones who went before us and paved the way for us in order to reach the stars and beyond. Their dreams were for us to live out our dreams and they had a generational vision and wisdom that was so strong that even if they did not see the Promised Land for themselves they made sure that my sisters and I did as women.

Yet I must also say in terms of men, my Father. I have learnt a lot from his demeanor and his actions that I didn’t understand as a child but now I have begun to understand, what it means to be a protector, a provider and wise decision maker.

AQT: Thank you A: I would like to thank Afriqan Times for giving me this amazing opportunity to share my journey travelled thus far. I am extremely humbled and grateful.

As always, Peace love and May continue to Bless You as you bless others through your media.

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Yes, I am Afro Aussie

Yes, I Am Afro Aussie Your Name: Cara-Lee Wiese Meaning of Name: Caring Friende Ethinicity: South Africa Country of Origin: Zimbabwe Profession: Model 3 words to describe Australia: Freedom, peaceful, tolerant 3 words to describe Africa: majestic, dangerous, wild

Serendipity Photographing | Make Up : Irene Pollack | Styling : Irene Pollack

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Yes, I Am Afro Aussie Your Name: Cara-Lee Wiese Meaning of Name: Caring Friende Ethinicity: South Africa Country of Origin: Zimbabwe Profession: Model 3 words to describe Australia: Freedom, peaceful, tolerant 3 words to describe Africa: majestic, dangerous, wild

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African & Distinguished

Laying the Foundation for African Australian professionals

Tommy Adebayo - Chairman and Founder of the APAAU

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QT met up with Tommy Adebayo, a distinguished African Australian making us proud. He shared with us his journey and experiences that lead him to earn a livelihood and find his place in the Australian community. He talked about the pursuit of his destiny.

And last but not the least; we will talk about the value that the African Australian community is adding to Australia and Africa.

Born in the Yoruba tribe of South West in Nigeria, Tommy belonged to an above average middle class family. His father was a businessman and the feel of running a business was present within him and his siblings. As a youth Tommy had many daunting challenges to face while growing up in Nigeria but being driven by a strong passion to be a go-getter and to gain recognition from his equally talented peers he realized tart he needed to bring a sharp focus in pursuing what he believed in and was destined to do. As an inspiration he adored a Nigerian business Icon Mr. Abiola Kashimaw whom he still remembers for his astute words his words- “anybody that wants to succeed in life must be ready to sacrifice and pay for it; that every successful person must have a story to tell; only lazy people don’t have a story to tell”. From then on Tommy decided that he will have a story to tell every living day of his life; and rose to be a man of excellence and efficient in everything he does.

Tommy’s educational contorted one. He did his primary and secondary schooling in Nigeria, went on to pursue a 5-yr Bachelors in Electrical Engineering at University of Ilorin; He left his home country to South Africa and gained a diploma in Computer Studies for 1.5 yrs. Being pulled by the Information Technology boom he left his continent to Australia to pursue his Masters in Information Technology (2002-3).

Most, like myself travelld from Africa to Australia dreaming of a land where things will be served on a golden platter. But reality sunk in and he realized that hard work was universal; he juggled work while studying and barely had time for entertainment. As if he hadn’t had enough challenges, upon completing his studies he found it very difficult finding work that matched his educational specialization.

In spite of holding a Master’s degree Tommy starting working “odd” jobs to earn a living. He worked as kitchenhand, housekeeper, security guard and many others. It is through these jobs he learnt the value of simple hard work and how it eventually pays off.

Just about the same time, Tommy realised that his true calling was not in the isolated work of a programmer, but in the fast paced, dynamic, unpredictable, challenging and team oriented environment of the Oil and Gas industry. This lead him to re-train and educate himself by pursuing two postgraduate degrees and finally landed him a job. He has since been working in the industry.

Tommy has won various accolades such as IFAP/CGU Gold Safe way awards (2006-2010), and OMI Multicultural Community Service Award 2011. Tommy speaks very passionately about the Oil and Gas industry.

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He says that if you know what you want then you can definitely succeed in this industry.

Prior to re-training and re-educating himself Tommy and his Indian room/classmate wondered if the cultural difference that existed was responsible for them not getting a job. It is a fear that most migrants hold deep within themselves. After speaking to successful Africans and non-natives Australians he came to understand his fear was a not real. He came to understand its about what you can offer and the value one brings to the table; what is it that gives one a competitive advantage above every other candidate? He also learnt that one needed to connect with people in the industry that one wants to get into. He did noted “I did as told by various mentors and followed the learning curves that finally lead me to a great job”.

Over the last few years Tommy has created and nourished a NGO called African Professionals of Australia Inc. (APA). It is an organization that has grown from one to 450 members today. It was formed from the basic belief that there is no new secret and that success is a process.

Through this platform Tommy wanted to share his own success story; and the success stories of many others. Through this community he is creating an instrument through which the African Australian community can get the acknowledgement that they crave for and truly deserve. Through this effort Tommy looks to create a pool of African Australians who could act as ambassadors and provide localized knowledge; adding value that would help the Australian government build a better business network in Africa.

When asked about the people that have helped him most in his journey; he noted how his wife has been a constant source of emotional support and encouragement. He says that family support has been very important to him. He also acknowledges the help of notable organizations like the Western Australian Government office of multicultural interests, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Macquarie Private Wealth, Keystart Home loans and Country Housing, Realty One and individuals like the Consular for Mali, Uganda, Egypt, and Kenyan, Nigerian, and South Africa ambassadors.

African & Distinguished

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Destinations: Around Africa

The International Festival of Carthage

International Camel Derby

Carthage International festival is an annual event in Tunis, Tunisia that celebrates the country’s heritage and art. Though mostly musical, it also encompasses many other variables of Tunisian culture. Its vast musical programme includes local, national and international acts covering a wide spectrum of musical genres from tribal to classical and from rock to pop music.

“Hit ‘em up, move ‘em out, raw hide” is the theme of this International Camel Derby held annually in the northern regions of Kenya. A blend of culture, colour, action, adventure and the finest camels of the north. The derby has been running since 1990 with visitors and entries from Australia, America, New Zealand, Canada, England, Japan, South Africa and beyond.

Where: Tunis, Tunisia, When: 8 July – 19 August

Where: Maralal, Kenya When: August

Imilchil Marriage Festival

Cape Town Fashion Week

The Imilchil Marriage Feast is a Berber marriage festival where up to forty couples tie the knot. It takes place in Imilchil in the Middle-High Atlas Mountains near Marrakech. The festival is a great way to experience Berber culture including music and dance.

The Cape Town Fashion Week is Africa’s premier fashion event, showcasing collections of some of South Africa’s top designers.

The fashion extravaganza will showcase a heady mix of emerging and established designers, who will flaunt their collections for the new season.

Where: Imilchil, Morocco When: August/September

Where: Cape Town, South Africa, When: August

Homowo Festival

Baxter Dance Festival

The Homowo festival is a harvest festival celebrated by the Ga tribe in Ghana. “the word “Homowo” actually means ‘making fun of hunger.’ Ga traditional oral history describes a deadly famine spread throughout the southern Accra Plains. When the harvest finally arrived and food became plentiful, the people were so happy that they celebrated with a festival that ridiculed hunger.

Baxter’s 3rd Dance Festival also showcases Cinedans 2007, an international dance film festival featuring 20 movies. This year 43 local choreographers will showcase their work in Cape Town’s premier dance event featuring more than 100 dancers from 41 dance schools, projects, studios and professional companies from all over the Western Cape.

Where: Accra Ghana, When: August

Where: Cape Town, South Africa When: 6th -20th August

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My Africa: Seychelles Kenya

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Capital: Victoria Region: Southern Africa Population: 84 000(2010 est.)

Currency: Seychellois Rupee, SCR [1AUD = 92.8KES] Language: French, English, Seychellois Creole GDP: US$2.129 billion (2010 est.)

Calling code: +258 Tourist Attractions: Vallee de Mai Scuba Diving and snorkeling La Digue Botanical Garden Mission Lodge Marine Park Nature trail Kenwyn House Victoria Market Excursion Domain Val-de-pres Esplanade

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A Heart of Art

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heart of art is the best way to describe this month’s Phenomenal Woman. The arts have been embedded in her from her childhood days and today she is living out her heart’s content as one of Perth Australia’s top women involved in the Arts Industry. When I say heavily involved I mean Perth International Arts Festival and Commonwealth Festival Perth 2011 (to be staged alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)) heavily involved. Join me as I explore the arty heart of Shelagh Magadza.

Shelagh as she says has a very eclectic background. Her mother is from New Zealand (NZ), where Shelagh was born and her father is Zimbabwean. They lived in NZ for a couple of years, moved to Zambia and then settled in Harare, Zimbabwe in the mid-seventies.

She credits her parents for her passion for the arts . Her father is a scientist (Ecology and Environmentalism) and he used to take her on his expeditions. Her mother was a teacher and as a family they explored a lot of the history and art of the country.

AQT : What fond memories do you have of home Shelagh: Whilst I didn’t fully appreciate it at the time, the travelling that we did as a family are some of my fondest memories. I saw different parts of Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania. Lake Kariba has a very special place in my family’s hearts as we have driven around it, gone across it many times, and we know it well.

Through this travel I have many memories of beautiful places, people and experiences.

Phenomenal Woman

Phenomenal Woman

AQT : How many years have you been in Australia and how did you come to be in Australia?

Shelagh : I left Zimbabwe when I was twenty and I travelled around a bit. I went to Europe and then to NZ where I studied at Victoria University, ending up with a Masters in International Relations..

At that time I began to work in the arts industry. I worked for the NZ International Festival of the Arts and started travelling again to different parts of the world. In 2002 I came to Perth on a nine month contract to work for the Festival, and I have ended up staying nine years now.

AQT: What was it like being the Director of the Perth International Arts Festival (PIAF) and currently the Director of the Commonwealth Festival Perth?

Shelagh : I was the director for PIAF for four years. I had been in festivals for a long time and knew he industry well, but the position of Artistic Director did present a new challenge and a lot to learn about leadership. On the good side, the opportunity to travel both internationally and within Australia was a privilage and a chance to learn more about the history and cultures of this country.

The Commonwealth Festival is more project based but this has different stresses. CHOGM is a very important event for Perth – hosting up to 53 world leaders and a Royal visit means that many, many people across the city are currently involved in preparations.

It is wonderful to be part of it but it also has quite a degree of complexity as so many aspects of West Australian state, businesss

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Phenomenal Woman

A Heart o and community are involved. The aim of the Festival is to present an accessible aspect to the whole CHOGM event for ordinary people - to celebrate the fact that all of these people from around the world are coming to our city. The Commonwealth Festival is also about showcasing the diversity of culture and arts in Western Austrence in yourself and your professionalism,. Live a compassionate life and know that everyone is struggling somehow. Trying to understand where someone else is coming from can help tremendously in finding a way to work together. Working with artists is great for this because it often involves a great deal of collaboration and understanding of each other’s ideas.

AQT : How does an Afro – Aussie woman get to be where you are today?

Shelagh : Firstly because I have come from an environment that has enabled me and had people offer me opportunity and mentorship. I certainly can’t take the credit for doing it on my own. I have worked with some fantastic people and what I’ve achieved is very much a joint effort.. The rest is hard work - you lose a lot of your privacy and personal time, often work

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obligations can go on until very late at night so you have to be passionate and prepared for that, and believe it is worth while. It’s about believing in something bigger than yourself. It’s not about you accomplishing things but it’s about the bigger picture.

AQT : Having been away from home for so long how to do you keep connected to your culture?

Shelagh : I don’t believe any culture is a fixed thing. Everyone has the right to pursue their own happiness, I hate it when people use culture to say this is how things have to be, but I acknowledge things like family and respect for your fellow man.

It’s important not to forget home, so I keep in touch with my parents and go back regularly. I’m also interested in the African artists of our generation such as Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and follow their work.

AQT : What was/is your most rewarding moment in your career?

Shelagh : The Perth Festival was the most amazing opportunity by far, and a real honour to be part of.

AQT : What was the defining moment of

your life that led you into your career path?

Shelagh : Being in a theatre and seeing an incredible piece of theatre from Russia in the 1990s. Although I could not follow the language it was a powerful experience and made me realise how special these moments were and how lucky I was not only to have had that experience, but to have been part of making it happen.

AQT : Finally what words of advice and encouragement do you have for the AfroAussie woman?

Shelagh : Be aware of the opportunities that exist around you and don’t be afraid to try something new. Keep a positive view and you will often find people who want to help you succeed. Have your own passion and self-confidence. Have confidence in your dreams.

The Commonwealth Festival Perth (October 23 to 30) will bring a week of colour and activity with exhibitions, music, art, films and light displays and fireworks.

Key supporters of the festival are the Department of Culture and the Arts and Lotterywest.

of Art

Images: D-Mo Zajac | CI Studios

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Afrillionaires

Affrillionaires

SUCCESS, Knows No Birth Right

By Emmanuel Solomon

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nheriting your fortune might make some people look down on you.

It might make people think you had everything handed to you, and that you’ve never had to work a day in your life. It might make them say you were born with a silver spoon, and they might not bother to respect you. Nassef Sawiris is the perfect rebuttal to all these assumptions.

Nassef began supervising the construction wing of Orascom in 1990. In 1998, Orascom Construction Industries was incorporated, and he became the CEO. In addition to running his company, Nassef directs several international exchanges including NASDAQ Dubai, Bensix, and Lafarge. He is the President of Egyptian Cement Company.

Nassef got the foundations of his wealth from his father, Onsi Sawiris. He is the youngest of three sons. Both his father and his brothers reside in the 2010 list of Africa’s top ten billionaires. But what’s interesting about Nassef is that he has surpassed all three of his elders. He is counted as the second richest man in Africa, while his father is the fifth, his brother Naguib is the sixth, and his other brother Samih is the tenth. Nassef has managed all this despite being the last born son.

Nassef’s business interests have led him to join the American Chamber of Commerce and the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce. In addition to business, the 48 year old has healthy political interests. He is a member of the Egyptian National Democratic Party, where he sits in the Business Secretariat. He also sits in the Young President’s Club.

Success certainly knows no birth place.

Nassef made his money in construction. His went to school at the International German School of Cairo, in his homeland Egypt. For his higher education, he went to the University of Chicago, where he graduated with a degree in Economics. His studies served him well, because they enabled him to not only manage his vast inheritance, but also to grow it beyond his own father’s wildest dreams. He pushed the family fortune beyond the $20 billion mark, and it was truly a case of the student surpassing the teacher.

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Fashion

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With its dreamy designs featuring rich, fiery reds punctuated with intense shades of blue and green, the Trésor Brillant concept is truly diverse, ranging from the highly detailed to the highly abstract.

The repetitive figurative designs appear to be infinite, while twinkling designs create a glossy look and add the perfect touch of glamour. The fabrics let every woman shine in all her allure. The model featured in this campaign is Ovo Drenth.

Ovo’s parents are Nigerian though she was born and raised in Holland.

The latest collection from Vlisco named “Trésor Brillant” is amazing!

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struck A year later, in 2008, J Boog met Gramps Morgan of Morgan Heritage and there was an instant chemistry. Shortly after, Gramps, J Boog and other Wash House family members were in Jamaica recording in such prestigious places as Bob Marley’s “Tuff Gong” Studio, Don Corleone’s “Hit Maker”, Bobby Digital’s “Digital B”, Shaggy’s “Big Yard”, Sugar Minott’s “Youth Man Promotion” and more.

By Terri Smith

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n behalf of the Afriqan Times Magazine caught up with International Reggae Sensation J Boog on his “Let’s Do it Again” Tour Down under. Brought to you by Jamrock Sydney’s No.1 Reggae Club & Dox Entertainment.

Jerry Afemata, aka J Boog, is nothing short of an international superstar, with his unique mix of reggae, R’n’B and hip-hop, all combined with a touch of that Polynesian Flavor.

J Boog is a man of many influences. The singer of Samoan descent was born in Long Beach and raised in Compton, California. Growing up in the rough streets of Compton, the strong sense of tradition and culture that J Boog absorbed from his family was instrumental in his path to stay off the streets and begin a successful music career.

J Boog’s music career became serious in 2005, when a couple of brothers from his neighborhood brought him to one of his favorite artists, George “Fiji” Veikoso”. The two began working together immediately Jerry ended up moving to Hawaii in 2006 to continue developing his craft and following his dream. After releasing his debut album “Hear Me Roar” in 2007, he joined the musical family Wash House Music Inc, a record label based in Hawaii and San Francisco.

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The results are apparent when listening to Boog’s new music. It is authentic Island Music and genuine Jamaican reggae at the same time.

When you listen, you will feel he truly knows matters of the heart.

His new album, “Back Yard Boogie” is slated for release in 2011 and features the reggae giants Richie Spice, Tarrus Riley, Fiji and Morgan Heritage, as well as Hip-Hop superstar Snoop Dogg.

Leading up to the release of his official new album, J Boog is dropping the “J Boog EP” on June 14th 2011 via Wash House Hawaii/EMPIRE Distribution. The EP features five brand new songs, along with three previously released songs, including his smash hits “Let’s Do It Again” and “So Far Gone”.

LIVE INTERVIEW:

That was my next question, do you cook and what is your specialty?

“Ahh its gotta be from my mums recipe, it’s the Chicken Casserole. We make that all the time I love it!”

MissTez “J Boog welcome to Sydney” J Boog “Thank you for having us down here” See he can cook too; he’s not just good behind the mic! (Both laugh) So, I believe we are show number 4 of your Australian Tour? How Now there are certain places people go where they think their best, for has it been so far? some it’s on the toilet! Lol.. Does this include you? “ Its been going real great I think um the highlight of our tour was probably Big laughs between the us……

Cairns. We had a whole lot of fun down there, the people were great and the vibes were crazy! Yet to be in the Enmore Theatre, we can’t wait for “Yeah…..well….I usually carry my iphone which has a voice recorder so the night. It’s a blessing to be out here and I’m so grateful for all the any ideas that come up in the spear of the moment I just record it in support you all have given me and we are going to try rock the night! there and save it for later…They come everywhere!

“Yo this is your Boy J Boog …BOOM BAHNG!” Credits: So we believe you are dropping a new album soon?

Presented By: Terri Smith – Miss Tez Inc.www.misstez.com Can you tell us a little bit more?

“The album is going to be dropping on September 12th or 14th, but the Photography: Ben Scott Media: Ensile Pictures, Nikki & Richard Adams EP will be dropping on the 14th June.

We have been traveling back and fourth to Jamaica, having all kinds of producers on the album and getting it ready. I think we have all the ingredients that we need now.

Is this tour down under mainly to focus on your new album or can your fans expect to hear some tracks from Hear me Roar?

“Yes, your definitely going to hear some tracks from Hear me Roar. But we are pushing new music to you all soon…don’t worry we will be coming soon you’ll!”

Now j Boog I’m going to flip the script on you a little bit, and lets get to know a little bit more about Jerry…Okay. Jerry’s Favorite Food? “mmmm….wow! I’d have to say it would be mine, coz I cook in the kitchen aswell you know.. (Laughs) AUGUST 2011 | AFRIQAN TIMES MAGAZINE 31

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8 Q’s to Afro-Aussies 1. What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow b. Green, white and black c. Blue, white and green 2. What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum b. The Australian Constitution came into effect c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed 3. What is the name of the legal document that sets out the rules for the government of Australia?

a. The Australian Federation b. The Australian Commonwealth c. The Australian Constitution 4. What is the name of a proposal to make a law in parliament?

a. Royal Assent b. Bill c. Debate 5. What is the name given to the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives?

6. This country is one of very few in Africa to have never been a colony, but it was occupied by Italy for a few years before and during World War II. What is this ancient nation whose capital is Addis Ababa?

a. South Africa b. Ethiopia c. Namibia d. Nigeria 7 This country is a group of islands, the largest of which is the fourth-largest island in the world. It is known for its unique plant and animal life, as shown in a 2005 movie named after the nation itself. What is this island country off Africa’s eastern coast?

a. Madagaskar b. Sudan c. Namibia d. Angola 8. What is the name of the largest desert in Africa

a. Gobi b. Sandy c. Sahara d. “Blue Men of The Forrest” d. Togo

a. The Government b. The Opposition c. The Senate

Answers: 1a, 2b, 3c, 4b, 5b, 6b, 7a, 8c, 9c, 10a

Poems NIGERIA

By Celestine In my country you better watched out They answer a question with question In my country two great rivers flow The Benue and the Niger At Lokoja, their confluence A marriage of convenience witnessed

By Mungo Park Creating a massive ‘Y’ on the landscape Toward the Niger delta on the Atlantic coast Merged to a sea of thought Its tributaries like praise-singers

Paying tributes…mere lip service To Political Lords and Pen robbers Lost like the city of Atlantis In a maze of questions upon questions The people search endlessly for answers The Niger-area goes back in time From palm oil to crude oil But faceless men looted the nation’s coffer And left my country in limbo In Nigeria two great rivers flow Confluencing…echoing ‘WHY’ Across the land Generating power to the people Irrigating fertile lands For a basketful of food for thoughts Nigeria go survive!

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African Woman

By Rumbidzai Chekeche Lovely is what you are, naturally inside Aura of home and peace, shining through your eyes Pure affection, stemming from your heart Words out of love even when you’re being short Strong is what you are, never giving up Carrying heavy burdens, a true rock Capable and diligent, maximizing every chance Able to withstand the many pressures of life Beautiful is what you are, made in His image Many contours and yes you’re proud of it African skin beautiful, like a star lit sky Imperishable as with age it only intensifies Astute is what you are, imparting life Intelligent and wise, sharp like an eagle’s eye Breaking down barriers, climbing the ladder Trust worthy and bestowed with honor

Movies Nollywood

checkmate2:05 | THRILLER & ROMANCE | M (E) | 3.5/5 stars STARS: Nadia Buari, Ecow Blankson, Senanu Gbedawo Director – Shirley Frimpong Manso Synopsis: Kwame has made all the right moves in his life; a good job, a beautiful devoted wife, an adorable child, and an impending promotion as a senior customs officer at the airport. But what seems like a typical guys hang out on a weekend away from home in the company of his new friend and mentor, Kiki, turns out to be the one wrong move Kwame makes. After losing a game of Chess, he succumbs to a bet to seduce the attractive, sexy Caroline.

A Private Storm 1:44 | THRILLER | M (E) | 3.5/5 stars STARS: Ramsey Noah, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, John Dumelo Director – Lancelot Oduwa Synopsis: After losing his job George is heavily in debt. It is 3 years that he has been unemployed and there seems to be no way out. One day debtors turns up at his work and strip him naked, giving him just one week. After a long spell of poverty George wins a contract worth millions. He and his wife are overjoyed and in the midst of celebration he engages in a one night stand which is the beginning of a tornado of disaster.

New in Cinemas

Captain America: The First Avenger 2:05 | Action& Adventure | PG - 13 | AUSTRALIAN RELEASED

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 2:104| ADVENTURE DRAMA | PG-13| AUSTRALIAN RELEASED

Synopsis: After being deemed unfit for military service during WWII, Steve Rogers (Evans) volunteers for a top secret research project that turns him into Captain America, the Sentinel of Liberty -- a superhero dedicated to defending America’s ideals. His first mission: to combat the Nazi propaganda

Synopsis: The end begins as Harry, Ron, and Hermione return to Hogwarts to find and destroy the final horcruxes. But when Voldemort finds out about their mission, the battle we’ve all known has been coming -- Harry vs. Voldemort -- looms large on the horizon. And who will triumph?

Coming Soon

Circumstance 1:47 | DRAMA | RELEASE - 26 AUGUST

One Day 1:44 | DRAMA & ROMANCE | M (E) | 2.5 stars

Synopsis: A wealthy Iranian couple struggles to contain the teenager Synopsis: Emma (Anne Hathaway) meets Dexter (Sturgess) on their night of daughter’s growing sexual rebellion and her brother’s dangerous obsession their college graduation: July 15th, 1989. And for the next two decades, very July 15th reveals how the two are faring in life and love.

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o Obsessions Entertainment

Sony Walkman W260

Spotify

iOpena iPhone Case

When we first saw the latest iPod shuffle, our immediate thought was “make it any smaller and you’ll have to build it into the headphones somehow.” We doubt anyone was listening, but that’s pretty much exactly what has happened with the Sony Walkman W260 ($60-$80). Designed with active users in mind, the W260 is rinsable, wearable, and water-resistant, and offers features like quick charging, a black or white casing, and either 2GB or 4GB of storage.

As our European friends have been telling us for years, Spotify ($Free) is what the long-rumored iTunes subscription service was supposed to be.

Boasting a catalog of 15 million songs, it lets you search for and listen to specific songs, artists, and entire albums (for up to 10 hours a month), after which you’ll need to pony up $5 for the Premium service Sorry iTunes Match, but you’re no match for this.

Let’s see: your iPhone is always with you, and you never know when you might need a bottle opener, so why not keep them together? That’s the idea behind the Opena iPhone Case ($40). Made from protective polycarbonate and ABS plastic, the Opena’s unique design hides a slide-out bottle opener on its back, offers compatibility with both GSM and CDMA iPhones, and gives you open access to all your ports, buttons, controls, and cameras.

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2012 Audi A5

LaCie Porsche Design P9000 Hard Drives Leave it to the boys from Stuttgart to make something as mundane as a hard drive sexy. The new line of LaCie Porsche Design P9000 Hard Drives ($105-$160) come in desktop or mobile versions, each clad in an aluminum casing that goes beyond aesthetics to help protect the drive inside and dissipate heat. Available 500GB to 2TB, they also sport USB 3.0 technology, so those decidedly unsexy file transfers are over as quickly as possible.

This mid-range two-door sports new front and rear end treatments, including LED daytime running lights new colors, and a meaner look for the sporty S5. Other features include your choice between a 170hp 1.8 TFSI engine, a supercharged 3.0 TFSI v6 good for 272hp, or the 333hp 3.0 TSFI of the S5, a six-speed manual, multitronic, or sevenspeed S tronic transmission, front-wheel drive or quattro four-wheel drive, and sportback, coupe, or cabriolet bodies, as well as a host of electronic niceties that will please even the biggest gadget aficionados.

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Spiral Wine Cellar The Spiral Wine Cellar ($22,000 and up) gives you all the benefits of a normal cellar in a prefabricated, easy-to-install format. The watertight, pre-cast cylindrical system is made from concrete, laid into the ground — which doubles as insulation — and keeps up to 1,900 bottles in perfect storage conditions, hiding away under a trap door and ready to use in just 5-9 days.

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