African Australian NEWS MAGAZINE.
ISSUE TEN // OCTOBER 2016
Inside this issue Shiri Achu and her art Dynamq talks RUKA music Meet South Australia's new Police Liaison Officer
ADEDAYO CHARIS
on THE RIGHT TRACK
Fashion Culture: Kenyan women FreekÀ Runway 2016
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Contributors FLORA CHOL Flora is a Humanitarian Advocate of South Sudanese origin studying International Development at Adelaide University.
ANDREW LODIONG Andrew is a graduate journalist from the
Inside this issue
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On the right track
Nigerian entrepreneur Adedayo Charis talks about his 'Ikon' tracking device.
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Cameroonian born artist Shiri Achu and her Australian art exhibition.
University of South Australia with a passion for writing and a sport enthusiast.
DEE MBUGUA Originally from Kenya, Dee is a National Industrial Lawyer and Commissioner for Affidavits based in Victoria. She specialises in Media, Entertainment and Arts.
STEVE BARLIEA Steve came to Australia in 2010 from Liberia and is currently completing his honours in Health Sciences at the University of Adelaide. He is also a volunteer
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Dynamq talks ruka music
South Sudanese musician Dynamq on his recent Australian tour and his unique brand of music.
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Fashion culture: Kenya
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They came, they saw, they competed
Exploring the cultural fashion of the Kenyan women of South Australia.
Andrew Lodiong reflects on South Sudan's debut Olympic participation.
with Multipurpose Media Inc.
MA-MUSU NYANDE Ma-Musu is originally from Sierra Leone and came to Australia in 2004. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Journalism.
LINDA WHITE Linda is a seasoned accounting professional with a Bachelor of Business and a Graduate Diploma in Business Accountancy.
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Sidique Bah
From the Editor’s desk
Welcome to the tenth edition of SALT Magazine. Over the past three years we have continued to grow our readership and extend our networks to the wider Australian community. In this edition we have interviewed visiting African artists, a successful Nigerian graduate and a host of African Australian community members who are contributing positively to our multicultural society. The number of young people from our communities graduating from Universities across the country, the
The cost of living and raising a family in Australia is definitely a challenge for all and sundry. But as we tussle our way in this new society we call home, we should not lose sight of our shared responsibility. If we all contribute a little, it will add up. As the saying goes, little drops of water make the mighty ocean. We should collaboratively harness social media and build interactive platforms to help improve living conditions in our countries of origin. A successful and developed Africa will be a source of joy and pride to all of us.
growing number of small businesses being set up by
Lets use the knowledge we glean from this part of the
African Australians is testament of our determination
world to advocate for bilateral trade, engage with the
to be part of the society and contribute to its growth.
Australian Government and businesses to build stronger
It’s also worth commending all the African community members working day and night including long
ties with Africa ,paving the way for younger generations of African Australians to follow in our footsteps.
weekend shifts just so that they can provide for their
We have to start somewhere, so once again following from
families both here and abroad.
our previous editorials, SALT Magazine will reiterate the
Most of the interviews conducted for this issue have one recurring theme – a concern for the passive neglect of the African continent by those of us who have been
need for African Australians to network, collaborate and strive for a developed Africa which we can be proud of to take our kids and friends for a visit.
lucky enough to find ourselves in Australia and other
It is also worth mentioning the invaluable support of our
developed nations. We have immersed ourselves fully
volunteer contributors and our subscribers. We thank you
to the rigours of western life and it’s easy to forget the
all for your support and hope you enjoy reading this issue.
problems we left behind and the promises we made to
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friends and families about helping out when the time is right.
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Adedayo Charis and his device - Ikon Tracker. PHOTO: Paul Griffith
ADEDAYO CHARIS
On the right track By Sidique Bah
When Adedayo started telling family and friends that he will become a civil engineer and the President of Nigeria, they took it with a grain of salt. At that point in time he was a dropout from school and out of work. Fast track eleven years later, Adedayo has not become the President yet, but he has completed a degree in civil engineering and developed a multi-purpose innovative tracking device that is attracting numerous interest in Australia and the US.
to do to help bring about change to his country. “The
SALT Magazine spoke with Adedayo over the phone
“At first I thought I was going to study mechanical
from his Gold Coast residence to gain an insight in to his journey from Nigeria to Australia and talk about his Ikon tracker device which has raised over $30,000 USD
thought came to me, what if I became the President of Nigeria maybe I can make some changes, people were laughing saying you just wasting your time how can you become the president of Nigeria you don’t even have an education.” As fate would have it Adedayo’s application for further studies at Central Queensland University (CQU) was accepted and he came to Australia in 2011. After his first year at CQU his exemplary performance earned him a spot at Griffith University to study Civil Engineering.
engineering so that I’ll be able to invent or produce small mechanical engines to help our carpenters and small business people, but as I looked into it I realised
in crowd funding, exceeding the $10,000 target sought.
that with civil engineering I can do a lot more.
According to Adedayo it all started out of despair and
“So thanks to God I finished my civil engineering
a sense of hopelessness he was feeling as a young man growing up in Nigeria. He said he wasn’t sure of what
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last year with a great accomplishment, now I’m more informed on how to help my country build it
“My integrity and my character were my capital and my faith in God helped me a lot" ADEDAYO CHARIS
infrastructure because there is a difference between
why I don’t see myself as an achiever I see myself as an
knowing about light and what makes it switch on”.
‘Engracee’ a term I coined for myself meaning receiver
A man with his own agenda Adedayo said though he
of God’s gift”.
likes Australia he doesn’t intend to hang around for
Adedayo said the general reaction to the Ikon tracker
long.
has been beautiful and wonderful. "There was a meeting
“Right now I’m on a graduate visa, I came here to study and will be returning back home. I think we should all be thinking of ways to give back to Africa,” he said. Currently Adedayo is fully occupied with his Ikon tracker project that has taken off and well received in both the US and Australia.
we had in Brisbane, we invited 50 people and 150 people showed up to that meeting and paid $25 at the door, it was a successful event”. We asked Adedayo what he thinks about youngsters in Australia who aren’t making use of the available opportunities but are instead getting caught up in gangs and in trouble with the law. “What is happening is we
Adedayo said the idea of creating the Ikon tracker
have lost our identity, we have a responsibility to go
came from the insurgency he sees playing out in Africa
back and help build Africa, I used to remember back
with all the kidnappings involved. This led him to
in Africa when I had to drop out of University because
think about developing a device that will be affordable
of lack of money, I was like why can’t all these African
for parents in Africa to buy for their kids just so
American come and help us, now we are in their shoes
that in case they are kidnapped their location can be
and we are acting the same way, the young Africans
determined. “It’s not like it going to solve the problem
need to build up their character”.
100% but it is going to help locate where they are”.
Adedayo’s parting comment is to thank the people who
The Ikon Tracker also functions as a personal assistant
have believed in him and invested their time and money
to help people stay organised, you can attach it to your
in to his idea. If you want to
car keys and it will help you locate them when you are
know more about Adedayo
in a hurry and can’t find them.
and his Ikon tracker
It wasn’t easy pitching the idea to fellow Africans to support his project. “There are a lot of people that I spoke to, but they didn’t see it as a big deal, also when you are a Nigerian at times people just don’t believe you” he added. But his resilience paid off and in the end he did get support amongst fellow students and Australians he met along the way. “My integrity and my character were my capital and my faith in God helped me a lot, that’s
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merchandise you can follow on Facebook by heading to facebook.com/ikontracker or by visiting the website www.ikontracker.com.au. SALT Magazine would like to wish Adedayo all the best and will keep updating our readers about his progress and future Presidency ambition.
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Painting by numbers, with passion By Sidique Bah
A person climbing a pawpaw tree, a man chasing after a chicken and a mother breastfeeding her child… part of the ordinary village scenery in Africa and some of the subjects brought to life in the paintings of internationally acclaimed, award-winning artist Shiri Achu.
She prefers acrylics and oils as she brings to life vivid
The Cameroonian-born Achu’s images evoke our
slightly more blue, slightly more pink,” she said.
memories and make us realise that these ordinary moments of people going about their daily lives are actually special and should be savoured and treasured. In her first visit to Australia for the christening ceremony of her Goddaughter, Achu who is now based in Washington DC also showcased her paintings and raised funds to support the completion of construction works in ‘Santa’ village (North West Province) in Cameroon. In particular, the funding was for roofing the village Sunday school building. SALT Magazine had a chat with Shiri to talk about her 37InPrint: Adelaide’ Exhibition held in July at Mama Jambo café and her penchant for painting.
sceneries using form, colour, texture and tone. “Painting is a feeling...it’s just like knowing ok that something that I have to paint and then I have to paint it. I enjoy the whole process I like the process of knowing something is not quite right and I have to tweak it… I’m going to change the colour and make it
Everyday life in Africa is a profound inspiration for Shiri. Having to leave Cameroon at a young age for the UK she grew up with a sense of longing and feeling like she missed out on her childhood dreams. “There are certain things I wanted to do when I was growing up in Cameroon, like climb trees, just kid stuff…so when I went back later on as grown up I felt oh my God, they're climbing trees and started having these oh my gosh moments ..Whether it’s a woman carrying her baby on her back everything I see I wanted to paint.” But Shiri says she’s happy and would love to open an art school in Cameroon and have her own TV show.
Shiri started painting when she was nine and even as she
“Just like the Voice blind auditions (laugh), paintings
studied for an architecture degree, she was still painting.
to be displayed in public for people to choose without
She never stopped.
knowing the artist”.
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Shiri explained how she created the titles for her recent exhibitions: comes about Shiri said “Knowing that I had to do a series of exhibitions, I decided to call the first one 35 in prints in London because I had 35 pieces that I wanted to exhibit and then I did 36 in DC and of course 37 here in Adelaide and now I’m looking at doing up to 40.” The response to Shiri’s painting has been good and has acted as a motivating factor for her to keep going. “It’s been great and I feel blessed to see the British buying my paintings and hanging them in their homes, it’s like a billboard for people to go to Africa” said Shiri.
Shiri’s paintings will be exhibited at Mama Jambo from Monday 31st October – Saturday 26th November. For more information about her work visit her website www.shiriachuart.com
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Dynamq on stage during his Adelaide performance.
Dynamq talks
Ruka Muzik By Sidique Bah
A seasoned performer, South Sudanese, Juba born Kennedy O. Lorya AKA Dynamq has graced the music arena with numerous Jamaican artists and is a well-known reggae sound clash champion from the US, Belize to Jamaica.
“I’m trying to form something that is unique to
Dynamq was in Australia for his Ruka tour in July 2016
Juba, South Sudan, it’s slang for style and fashion. “You
at the Bridgeway hotel in Pooraka, South Australia.
can put on a jacket and its Ruka or you can listen to a
A dedicated soccer player, he said he got his name because of his dynamic passes. “I spell it a little different to give it a twist”. SALT Magazine caught up with the US-based artist after his performance to talk about his Ruka music tour and glean an insight in to what it’s all about.
represent South Sudan …. When you say reggae the first thing that comes to mind is Jamaica; when you say hip hop its America so I want when people hear 'Ruka' to think of South Sudan.” He said Ruka is an Arabic word for jumping, but in
song and say yeah it’s Ruka,” said Dynamq. The whole Ruka movement started in 2009 when Dynamq’s song ‘Kalamat Deh’ featuring Queen Zee & Yaba Angelosi became a hit in South Sudan. “That’s when it actually came in to the scene, I was still trying to kind of test the waters and see how people received it, of course everything takes time but so far people have
“Ruka music is basically a mixture of everything that I
been embracing it”.
have been involved in from Reggae, Calypso to Soca,”
Music is a full time occupation for Dynamq though he
he said.
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Currently most African youth are influenced by western music and they fail to realize the authenticity of African rhythms, they see Jay Z and Beyoncé flashing and what they don’t understand is these guys look up to Africa for inspiration.
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pay Uncle Sam’s taxes but that’s just a side gig, music is
“This is not just Sudan but Africa as a whole, I don’t
all I do, I also DJ and compete in reggae sound clash all
really like to talk about it, it’s a sensitive issue, I just
over the world and represent Africa,” he said.
hope and pray that one day peace will reign all over”.
When asked what inspires him, Dynamq said
Of his numerous songs Dynamq said his favorite
everything around him is a source of inspiration
moment was his experience rehearsing his song ‘World
including family and friends. “I think most of us tend
of Sorrow’ with a children’s choir from Uganda.
to look elsewhere for things to inspire us while we have them right in front of us. “Currently most African youth are influenced by western music and they fail to realize the authenticity of African rhythms. They see Jay Z and Beyoncé flashing and what they don’t understand is these guys look up to Africa for inspiration” he said. In terms of politics and the current situation in South Sudan, Dynamq believes there is urgent need to fix the system for the benefit of the youth. “Whatever it’s going to take we should do it as soon as possible because we have a new generation outside of our country that will
‘My best moment will probably be when my song ‘Jere Jere’ went number one in South Sudan,” he added. Dynamq’s parting message for our African Australian youth wanting to get in to the music business is don’t go in it for the fame. “I make sure I connect with people, if you really want to get in to this you have to get in to heal the world”. SALT Magazine thanks Dynamq for talking to us and we wish him all the best with the Ruka single he is currently working on with reggae dancehall greats Beenie Man, Vegas and Dario.
not even have the chance to be in their parent’s country.
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Police Liasion Officer George Fomba
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MEET THE NEW AFRICAN POLICE LIAISON OFFICER By Sidique Bah
In May 2016 South Australia Police (SAPOL) added another African Police Liaison officer, Liberian born African Australian George Fomba to their team, joining South Sudanese-born Juma Abuyi who has been in the role for a couple of years now. An active community leader and proud recipient of the Pride of Australia award, George arrived with his wife and daughter in Australia in 2004. He studied at
“Part of my role is to speak with young Africans and listen to what they have to say. Some struggle with their lifestyle which at times has hindered their ability to gain meaningful employment. It has also seen them in some form rejected by their own community. I appealed to their reasoning that congregating in an area regularly where they are noisey can create fear and some cause for concern for the neighbours. It doesn’t reflect well on them or other African people as anything that goes wrong or missing in the area can leave them as suspects”.
the University of South Australia and worked as a re-
Through that encounter, George identified a need for
settlement officer at Adelaide’s Migrant Resource Centre
some sort of sporting activities for the boys and liaised
in Adelaide.
with SAPOL and FFSA to apply for a grant to run soccer
SALT Magazine caught up with George at the Holden
sessions for the boys which is now underway.
Hill Police Station for a chat about his new role and
“A young African boy is now employed to manage their
discuss how SAPOL is working with the African
program which was kick-started two weeks ago but
community to build a positive relationship with young
only one of them showed up. So we’re still working on
people.
this and strategizing to see how best we can get them
George describes his role as a “middleman between the police and the African community.” “I pass on my knowledge of the African culture and lifestyle to the police and vice versa and engage with community leaders and the youth in matters relating to public safety and crime prevention”. Due to his active involvement in the African community, George said his dealings with the community have been mutual and very cordial. He has already organised two
involved,” he said. George liaises with offenders and helps sort out issues which could become police matters but are sometimes just accusations stemming from superstitious beliefs, community leadership disputes or sour relationships. “We have lot of young people coming out of universities, it just a small group of people that aren’t doing well but if we give them the opportunity I think they can make a u turn as well,” he said.
successful information sessions with the community
“My message is to the parents whose kids have left them
and has an action to host four meetings a year: one for
and are on their own, I believe they need to re-establish
community leaders, one for women and two for young
those links and connection with their kids bring them back
people.
home and start thinking that they can still be good people.
We asked George how he intends to work with youth
“As a community, we too should change the language we
- some who may have had some trouble in their lives
use to describe them if they come around, let’s welcome
and don’t associate with the community. George said
them so that we can help to work and change the
he has already engaged with some kids who live and
community.”
hang around in the Kilburn - Blair Athol area who seem to have little activity to keep them interested in their community.
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SALT Magazine wishes George all the best in his new role and will keep our readers posted on SAPOL community activities.
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KENYA
East Africa
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FASHION CULTURE: KENYAN WOMEN OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Beauty and Its Beholder By Dee Mbugua
They say beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and while that’s true, it’s hard to argue with the perfection that is traditional African attire. There is no time of day or night when the mix between melanin and the rich colours of the mother continent is not a sight to behold:
There's been a shift in the world of late, where women with melanin everywhere are learning to embrace the intricacies of culture and tradition. Natural hair is being embraced like never before, and so is traditional clothing. I am here, there and everywhere for that because it’s about time we slay without apology. And what better way to slay than in the outfits our ancestors used to rock pre digital era? Melanin rich folk, may this always be our potion, regardless of whether or not it will make a great pic for Instagram. Our kids need to understand the richness of their culture, the magic in being born with the ability to challenge the Yeezy Collection with one outfit. Shout out to Irungu Photography because: he basically snatched all our edges with the click of his camera. As you marinate in the glory of the checkered Maasai shuka and the regal kente designs, my prayer for you is much like Beyoncé’s: that you wake up like this:
Beauty. Severe beauty detected everywhere. Not a single
FLAWLESS.
eye left poor. These ladies showed out with different aspects of traditional African outfits, representing like real queens.
Want to showcase your communities cultural attire? Send us an email to hello@saltmagazine.org
PHOTOS: Irungu Art Photography. Special thanks to the Kenayn women who participated in our photoshoot - Racheal Kariuki, Diane Kalei, Norah Chepkemoi and Daisy Chepchirchir
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SOUTH SUDAN
East-Central Africa
They came, they saw, they competed. By Andrew Lodiong
19-year-old South Sudanese Olympic runner Margret Rumat Hassan training in South Sudan. PHOTO: Albert Gonzalez Farran
In an era of record breaking moments and history making, the 2016 Summer Olympic Games was no different for the Republic of South Sudan.
“It made me proud to be from South Sudan and that would have been the first time the world would have seen people from that country,” Bulabek said.
There is no doubt the small contingent represented by Guor Marial, Santino Kenyi & Margret Hassan has had a positive impact on the talented young men and women chasing a sporting dream. With only three athletes, South Sudan joined 205 other countries in competing at the latest tournament held in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Billions of on-lookers witnessed the world’s youngest nation stand proud as they marched into to Maracanã
Bulabek, 21, who currently runs for Western District Athletics Club in Adelaide believes South Sudan’s debut at the Games is a step towards the improvement of things in the country. “Seeing an Olympic team shows that they want to be
Stadium carrying the national flag.
part of the world and want to be known,” Bulabek said.
Aspiring South Sudanese athlete, Deng Bulabek was one
Although a sport that South Sudan have not yet
of those who watched the opening ceremony unfold and couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride.
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competed in at an Olympics, compatriot and footballer Peter Deng also agrees it is a promising sign for the young nation.
“To have representatives at the world’s biggest sporting competition is a very big step considering the country is five years old,” Deng said. Deng, 23, who plays in Melbourne’s National Premier League with Pascoe Vale FC had represented South Sudan in an African Cup of Nations Qualifier earlier this year. The left-back who has one international appearance to his name feels being on that world stage is at the forefront of personal sporting achievements. “For every athlete that’s the goal, to test yourself against the best,” Deng said. After attracting media attention through the local newspaper where comparisons were made with Usain Bolt, Bulabek made the unlikely switch from football to the track in 2011. The up-and-coming sprinter who contests in the 100, 200 & 400 metre events however remained coy over his long term ambitions.
Guor Marial carries the flag of South Sudan during the opening ceremony for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Friday, 5 August, 2016.
“Success comes out of working hard, so all I have to do is work hard and see where that takes me,” Bulabek said. Peter who moved to Australia in 2003 is optimistic about the South Sudanese Olympic committee doing more to grow participation numbers and increase representation. “We have four years now to prepare for the next one. I’m guessing they have learned some things from this
There is no doubt the small contingent represented by Guor Marial, Santino Kenyi & Margret Hassan has had a positive impact on the talented young men and women chasing a sporting dream. “Having three athletes there really motivates me and my training partner (who is also South Sudanese) to be like them,” Bulabek said.
Olympics which they will carry over to the next one in
“Despite the odds and circumstances in South Sudan
preparation, Deng said.
they’ve dedicated themselves to their chosen field.”
Bulabek who migrated to Australia two years after
“There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel and
Deng, feels that having South Sudan take part in the Rio
these guys have proven it,” Deng said.
Games has ignited the next generation of athletes.
The Republic of South Sudan can now look forward
“It’s early stages but we are beginning to get people into
to doing it all again when the Games of the XXXII
track & field and long distance.”
Olympiad lights up host city Tokyo in 2020.
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DURBAN
South Africa
Africa is a
feeling
by Kevin Fraser
I used to think that nobody could change me. Nobody will change my slang. Nobody can convert my accent. I used to think that everything was a comparison to Africa. “In Africa this, in Africa that”…
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I used to get angry at the social systems that challenged my past, that walked all over my understandings, my values and my beliefs. I used to get frustrated at the ‘’lack of soul and energy’’ my new life had.
free life. I have dived into many cultures, I have learnt
I used to live my new life in my old head.
You may miss the smell of the land, the vibrancy and
Being ‘exotic’ or ‘different’ has done two things for me. In some ways it seemed to separate me from Australia, making me yearn for a place to belong and to fit in again. It was like being that new guy in school. I had to learn to adjust and to do it quickly.
about many people. I live a life of freedom, happiness and satisfaction. My relationships are stronger, I make friends more easily and most importantly, I do what I love. You may miss the African sky, the sunsets and the birds. the sand. You may miss the friends and family and all that shaped our plan. But once you open your eyes to Australia, you will see a massive helping hand. Immigration is not for the faint hearted, it will make you or it will break you. It will make you understand the world a lot more. Above all, immigration is a test of your patience, your tenacity and your determination to
It has also made me not only understand my own
create your future life. And if you can survive that test,
culture a lot more, but to question some of my own
you are in for a magical journey.
ways and make adjustments in my new life.
Nobody said we had to forget. Nobody said we had to
I am South African. Four words I find myself saying to
let go altogether. But it is equally important to reward
people on a daily basis.
yourself with a chance, to wake up and embrace change
Immigration will test your will power, your determination and ability to see it through to the end.
for a day. And when you can do this, you will wish you had done it sooner.
Battling the financial requirements with a currency
Its okay to feel. Its okay to be sad. Leaving Africa is like
working against me initially, has only been part of the
a long break up. But just remember:
challenge. Emotionally, it is another story altogether. “Letting go” has been the best thing I have done. Letting go of that deep, sunken resistance to change. That stubborn energy that says “I am South African, and this is how it is done.” Having my history and my cultural background will always be part of me. It has shaped me and continued to shape me, but we are notorious as Africans for being aggressive in our ways
“Africa is not just a place, it is a feeling It is the heart of the world and only a few of us have been touched by her Africa defines our soul and people just feel it, they just know.” - Kevin Fraser -
at times. Since letting go of this notion, I have lived a
Kevin Fraser is a South African Comedian/DJ now based in Australia. His unique style of comedy is influenced and supported by his musical ability to create a special live performance. You can catch him live at one of his shows: BRISBANE: November 5th at The Twelfth Night Theatre. Tickets selling via Ticketmaster. PERTH: March 4th at The Octagon Theatre All details: www.facebook.com/kevinfraserofficial
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With a university degree; yet still struggling for employment opportunities, the reality of an African Australian graduate. Before you read any further, my gratitude for taking your precious time to peruse this article, and for supporting SALT Magazine. by Steve Barliea
Coming to Australia is a dream for every (African) migrant irrespective of your status, for students, the allure of acquiring that worldclass education to enhance your chances of employment and academic profile is irresistible, for skilled migrants; the prospect of a better income and employment opportunities is second to none, for us humanitarian migrants; migrating to Australia was never a matter of choice, but a necessity.
My ignorance about the employment challenges of
The exigency of seeking safety, better healthcare
itself is disadvantageous, compared to non-migrant
services, employment opportunities and ultimately a better life were compelling factors that determined our migration to Australia. Personally, boarding the flight to Australia marked the beginning of a new life fill with expectations. In some cases, I had set my expectations bar so high and made several promises as if by virtue of
African graduates in Australia was enlightened after I graduated from university this year, and began looking for a job in my field of study. After numerous applications and rejection notices, I have come to realise that I am just another one of the many African graduates, at least in my opinion, that are either unemployed or unemployed in their field of study. The alarming nature of the problem invoked a curiosity to understand the possible causes. Obviously, being a migrant within itself is a noteworthy contributing factor. Studies have shown that being a migrant within populations, migrants generally report worst outcomes on almost every socio-economic and health indicator. There are arguably many other factors that may explain this problem; such as ill-advised study choices; choosing the wrong degree in terms of job prospect, the socioeconomic conditions under which most humanitarian
coming to Australia everything was promised.
migrants acquire their education; studying and working
I then believed that if I go to university and obtain a
family members back home in Africa is common for
degree there would be a job waiting for me, oblivious of the fact that university degree does not necessarily guarantee employment, or the limited chances of a me (migrant) working in white-collar jobs. Maybe I was mesmerized by the fancy names of my degree rather than the job prospect. Don’t you think it is impressive to call yourself an epidemiologist while on the phone with your friends back home in Africa?
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simultaneously in order to support themselves and most African migrants, unfortunately studying and working concurrently (particularly full-time) do derail students’ academic output and eventually impair their employment chances. In spite of these other contributing factors, I found that the answer to my curiosity lies within the question “why were we brought to Australia” (humanitarian migrants)”?
In my opinion, we were granted visa or brought to
In the absence of a thorough investigation (research)
Australia to provide service not leadership, no wonder
into the magnitude and causes of this problem, the
why most Africans work in the caring industries. Some
extent to which it affects us or will affect us remains
may argue that other Africans work in other industries,
subjective. Nonetheless, there is a pressing need for
true, but these are the exceptions that prove the fact.
African graduates (employed or unemployed) to
The fact that only a small proportion of African
come together and discuss this problem, and identify
graduates secure employment in their field of study
potential solutions. Maybe we need to make better
is an indication of the problem. Why do you think
educational choices, or shift our expectations from
most Africans with qualifications are unemployed in
seeking employment to creating employment. Whatever
their areas of study? Simple, on top of the fact that
the case, we need to act, and we must do so urgently.
unemployment is generally high, we were not brought
No problem is insurmountable if we work together. It is
here to work in those careers, which is why we may find
time we galvanize our resolve to confront our challenges
it easier to find job in the caring industries as it is where
and not stare it in the eyes while it overwhelms us.
we belong.
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FreekÀ Runway 2016 in association with MSFW curated By Mati Chinyanda
After the unexpected success of the first ever FreekÀ runway 2015, I was really skeptical and reluctant to venture into FreekÀ Runway 2016 however the boys (Palmer and Tapi) were keen and ready for the challenge and eager to make it an even bigger event. You see, they’re the dreamers, I’m the realist I guess that’s what brings the balance to the team. Fast forward 6 months later we back to the drawing board planning Freekà Runway 2016. One of our goals for this year was to be aligned with a major fashion event and the next in the Melbourne Fashion calendar was Melbourne Spring Fashion Week (MSFW). So we applied to be part of the MSFW curated program not really expecting to hear back, but within a week of applying they contacted us eager to hear more about
During the interval it was all about the FreekÀ Market, also a first time for us. This year we introduced the FreekÀ Market as a way to include accessory designers and allow our clothing designers the opportunity to sell their pieces to the audience and allow the guests to interact with the designs they see on the runway. After the interval we had a performance from Anthony Valenti and Rachel Constanzo the dynamic Rnb and hip hop duo. While they performed Exotica Swimwear showed her debut collection of Afro print swim wear. We then had the show stopping presentation from The Prodigal Daughter showing her new collection called ‹the evolution› inspired by the black empowerment movement. Our last designer took us into a world of fairytales of princes and princesses. Mary Koroma Kouture’s hand made avant guard ball gowns left us all mesmerised.
FreekÀ Runway and explore how we could collaborate
Last but not least we all loved Button Brothers on the
and grow using the MSFW brand.. and so it began
cat walk this year so we had to bring them back to
This year FreekÀ Runway in Association with
finish off the show.
MSFW curated was themed “unearthed”. Our theme
L’entendre and Button Brothers would like thank
was mining with a focus on gold as a mineral. One
all those who make FreekÀ possible. To the people
could describe the show as a journey to uncovering
who give their time and talent simply because they
beauty. The show opened with a poem by Nehanda
believe in FreekÀ. Thank you to our sponsors and
Rusere speaking as ‹gold› underground followed by our
partners particularly Migrant Information Centre and
South African dancers from last year with a spectacular
the Pancake Parlour.
gumboot dance choreographed by Nadiah Idris. The guests were then welcomed by our host and MC Beni Lola who then introduced our first designers.
Each year I am left astounded at how much I learn about what it is to be part of a community. I am proud to be part of such a diverse creative community in
Remuse Designs opened the runway with natural
Melbourne. We are honestly blessed to be living in
undertones and effortless chic, accessorised by flowers
world where we can dream and we can be who we want
by Rhi, followed by JVP menswear streetwear brand
to be, a world where we are free to express ourselves.
who also showed last year. Neoh Couture also one of
Each year I release that FreekÀ is not about us , it’s
our designers from last year returned with evening wear,
about generations of a multi cultural community to
as well as mens poncho’s. To finish off the first half we
come. So, the show must go on. See you next year!
had SZN, an contemporary Melbourne brand for the risk taker and the unique.
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THE WATOTO CHILDREN’S CHOIR IN ADELAIDE
‘Oh what love’, 2016 Tour by Flora Chol
In the Swahili language the word ‘Watoto’ means children.
Africa, children who were either orphaned by the AIDS
When Gary and Marilyn Skinner founded Watoto in
the world.
1984 as an extension from the Watoto church, their vision was to bring an opportunistic life to the orphans of Uganda. They had aspired to achieve this by creating an environment of safety, care, protection and education for all disadvantaged and vulnerable children. The primary focus of the Watoto Care Ministries is to care for the orphans and widows of Africa by rescuing, raising and rebuilding children to become cultivated thinkers and informed individuals who will lead Africa by example. As a pivotal section of the Watoto Care Ministries as well as the Watoto church, the Watoto choir has toured the world annually since its establishment in 1994. During its tours the choir shares the stories of the countless vulnerable and orphaned children of
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epidemic, sever poverty or war. The choir’s Concerts are held in churches, community halls and schools all over
When the children of Watoto dance and sing they inspire their audiences with the message of hope and love for Africa’s orphaned children and widowed mothers. On Friday the 12th of august the Watoto choir (choir number 78) performed at Good Shepherd Lutheran church in Para vista (Adelaide south Australia) as a part of their annual 6-month tour. With vibrant costumes and mesmerizing voices combined with excellent choreography, the choir created an atmosphere of joy and excitement. The children, under the guidance of their group leaders put on a very inspiring performance that either moved many members of the audience to tears or on there feet dancing along to the authentic urban inspired gospel music.
A significant aspect that stood out prominently during
“The joy in their performance is just magnetic, every
the choir’s performance was the voice of the children
aspect resembled perfection, and we are always happy to
and their stories collectively.
have the choir here at our church and in Australia as a
Each child who participated in the performance had a
whole”.
unique story to share: a story of struggle, triumph and
If you are interested in learning more about Watoto and
hope for the future.
the work that the organization does through out Africa
Whenever the children dance and sing they inspire their audiences with the message of hope and love for Africa’s orphaned children and widowed mothers. The feedback received from the audience reflected
or would just like to get involved in this initiative, visit
on this. One member of the audience said that they
the Watoto website at https://www.watoto.com.
particularly “loved how the choir brought the community together and not just members of the church alone”.
To spread the Watoto message of hope for the future you can either visit the Watoto care ministries in Uganda, host the choir in your church or community,
Pastor Noel Kluge, who conducts the worship services
donate to the Watoto church, projects or sponsor a
at Good Shepherded church, was very pleased to have
child through the child sponsorship program.
the choir performing at his church saying that,
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BUDGETING SAVED ME By Linda White
Leaving full time work to become a full time mum was life changing. My expectations and reality were worlds apart. I thought I was so prepared but was I wrong. My organised life turned to chaos as our new bundle of joy had a mind of his own and demands.
interruptions, it was like winning the lottery. Looking
I thought when the baby came I would have a clean
from full time work to full time mum.
house, at all times, which was a challenge when I was working full time, get to sleep when the baby was sleeping and have time to work on my business and socialise. The reality was so different, waking up at 2 am then an hour later the baby is up again was full on for me, I don’t cope well without sleep. My mother in law was a life saver, she would come over and look after the baby, help me with house work as well as give me a chance to get some much needed sleep. I looked forward to weekends when my husband would have daddy time with the our son and I could jump into bed and go to sleep for 5 or more hrs with no
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back I can now Iaugh at how my expectations where so far from reality. Having a plan helped minimise my stress and anxiety. A list of all the bills I have to pay and the money I receive, was crucial in helping me manage. A budget assisted in dealing with the anxiety and me enjoying the transition
I’ve learnt that in order to succeed I need to have some goals,make a plan and review the goals whenever my circumstances change. Reviewing my goals on a regular basis is important in ensuring I’m prepared because life is unpredictable. My main goal was to find ways to save money. Over the last 5 months, managing finances is something that’s been close to my heart and I had to plan, to ensure when I stopped working, I would not be stressed and have enough money to survive. My expectations and reality with this were worlds apart too. For me the arrival of a baby and going on maternity leave left me
feeling anxious. I had conflicting emotions about what to do. I kept asking myself “Do I go back to work and put our son into a day care centre? Do I start my own business and work from home so I can look after our son? Should I do nothing and survive on Centrelink payments?” I needed to research each option and see what the pros and cons were. I would make a decision and then change my mind, this process is still ongoing. I didn’t know that as soon as you are pregnant you needed to enrol into a childcare as most of them are full and you have to go on a waiting list. After my son was born I
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expecting. We tried a few different formulas and they didn’t seem to minimise the wind. My husband started researching what other people had tried for their babies. He suggested we try the ALDI baby formula, Mamia. I was hesitant and not too keen to try it. My belief was that cheap products equaled cheap quality. Was I so wrong, the formula cost half the price of the other formulas, creating great savings and was much better for our son, the crying stopped and I was grateful for a quieter home. I learnt that I should try products with less known brands as they can save me lots of money.
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A LOOK AT LIFE AS A MIGRANT IN AUSTRALIA
Land down under By Tare Raine
There are tears in my eyes as I walk down the beautifully tarred and manicured streets of Adelaide, a large metropolitan city with many suburbs that remind me of the tranquil presence of a village. My eyes are teary because of the strong winds blowing. I am kind of feeling fluish, but not sure if it is a simple seasonal flu or malaria? Coming from Africa, I know that the ingenious microorganism that causes Malaria
Coming to Australia I had my eyes in the stars, I thought I was coming to a land where all my troubles would maybe not vanish but at least diminish. So I boarded the plane and like the astronauts in the movie Armageddon I sang the Jimmy cliff song “I’m leaving on a jet plane, don’t know when….. well lets just say it was a long trip here. Expectedly I was happy to be here and taken in by all the beauty and order I saw. I wished my family were here with me as I took the “trip” around the sights.
can hibernate in the liver for years and trigger the
First impressions were really good. Australians are a
disease with no mosquito in sight. But I am thinking
friendly bunch. Anyone who gives you a firm handshake
why should I be stressed? I am in the beautiful
and looks you in the eye must be a good person. Well
picturesque land of Australia! The famous song that
most did, their niceties can be embarrassing at times but
rocked the airwaves in the eighties went “where women
after a while I realized it was just that, niceties. It took
glow and men plunder” I always wondered what they
more to get to know them better.
meant by “can’t you hear the thunder, you better run, you better take cover.” I think I am getting some fair understanding now.
After a week of jet lag, I woke up realizing that I needed a job. I have a qualification as a teacher from one of the best universities in Africa. For some personal reasons
Australia has a “go back to where you come from”
and inclinations I went into the media industry and for
policy for illegal immigrants. The largest island in the
nineteen years have distinguished myself in that field
world with a population of just twenty-four million, its
producing international standard work. In some ways
policy is viewed by some in the country as unfair while
my teaching degree came into play as I started training
many believe that it is their right as a country to vet
people in the art of media production. That was the
who comes in. I am a legal migrant. I came to Australia
entry requirement I used in getting state sponsored
for an opportunity for a “better life”. I believed that
migration into Australia. But in my first introduction
I could excel in my chosen areas of work, I believed I
talk with my host he warned me that I may not get a
would get a better education for my children, a better
job in this field in Adelaide. Now that didn’t make any
quality of life. The websites gave a glowing testament of
sense. Wasn’t it this same skill I jumped hoops to prove
the beauty of living in twenty first century Australia. A
I could do that they said they needed here and now it’s
land for all, white, Asian, Black and Aborigine. I lapped
not possible to get a job in it? So why did they ask for
it all up, my family lapped it all up.
that skill then? I felt like the kid who had the rug pulled out from under him, lying on the floor and looking at stars that didn’t exist in the constellations in the sky.
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I came to Australia for an opportunity for a “better life”. I believed that I could excel in my chosen areas of work, I believed I would get a better education for my children, a better quality of life.
So I started off by recreating my resume and looking
English name also seeing that my surname is already
for job in the unskilled market. I realized that even
an English name. I was a bit stubborn on that one so
there I had to “create” a profile that fitted what they
I changed my name on my applications to Tare the
were looking for. On the side I kept the dream alive
shortened form of my complex first name. After about
by sending applications to companies seeking skilled
two weeks of applying and no responses I succumbed
labour in media services. I felt that my friends may
and changed the name to William. I felt like Kunta
have been wrong in advising me to forget about that
Kinte at the pole being forced to say his new name
field, well they were right! I wrote and have written
“whats your name? Kuntak..in… Toby”.
countless applications even for entry level positions and none have replied positively. The nice ones send you an email that starts something like this “We appreciate the effort you have put in to make this application but unfortunately you ……” and the sob story ends with a letdown. The first time I received such a mail I was at first happy, then I read the contents. After a few of such I knew that when you get a mail from an application you didn’t make it. Then I was told that my name was a problem. I have a compound name that was given to me by my father, Ayiba-Tare. It means Gods love or in Greek Agape. It’s a name from the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. I grew up not in my locality but in the city of Lagos where a different ethnic group was predominant and even though they found it hard to pronounce my name I used the short form which everyone got used to, Tare. Now this is the name that is reflected on all my documents. My guide asked me what name I was using in my applications to which I foolishly replied “my name of course” and he said “the whole thing?” I looked sheepishly at him and answered “yes?” I didn’t see the reason why that would be a problem.
The whole process of first downgrading my qualifications (as I also had to remove the fact that I had university education from the resumes) and changing my name smacked of a double standard from the whole migration process and smirked of some form of racial discrimination. If I sent in an application with an ethnic name it would not get a look but if I sent in one with an English name like “William Raine” it would definitely get a look. Hmm…. The question I ask myself is “why is it so hard for people with advertised skills on the skills migration list to get jobs in their skill areas?” There seems to be a disconnect within the Australian migration system where the skills asked for are either not needed by the marketplace or the Government has failed in their duty to provide a link between the skilled migrants and the employers. What now happens is a case of underemployment as the skilled worker is doing unskilled work for survival. Many switch from their areas of strength to new areas, which isn’t bad in itself but for that initial entry period how does a skilled migrant survive without work? Those were the thoughts that filled my head and caused the tears that filled
All the documents I used for the migration process
my eyes as I walked down the road to my flat-share.
bore the name so why this line of questioning? He then
Wondering if I should bother with sending another set
asked if I had an English name and informed me that
of applications for work that seems so far from coming.
my chances of getting a job would increase if I used my
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Strength of single mothers By Mamusu Nyande
Over the years we have seen the backlash that single
raising your child with someone and the next your all
mothers get within our communities and society
alone. It hasn’t been easy at all”.
overall. The blame and shame that they receive from a situation they didn’t cause on their own. I don’t think any woman gets into a relationship with the hopes of coming out of it a single parent. It takes hard work, dedication and Love to do the things a lot of the single mothers do within our communities. The time they put into their children, work and making time to take care
Since her separation, Hawa states that she’s had so many different obstacles, from falling seriously ill and nearly losing her life, to the break in she had at her home while on holiday with her daughter, she added, ‘for a while it seemed as though everything and everyone was against me’.
of their own needs. Like many, I know a single mother,
‘I love my daughter and will always have her best
I'm surrounded by single mothers, I was helped raised
interest at heart, at times I may fall short, but by the
by a single mother and even though there is so much
grace and strength of God I continue to push through’.
negative light, I have seen and witnessed the love, joy,
Being a single mother is twice the work, twice the stress
kindness and strength single mother have.
and twice the tears but also twice the love and twice the
Aunty Hawa Sheriff like many single mother has had her fair share of ups and down. Her then husband filed
pride, knowing that even through it all you raised your child the best way you know how.
for her and she arrived in Australia in 2006 and not
Over the years I've witnessed her struggle, her strength
long after she fell pregnant. She gave birth to a beautiful
and persistency, her will to push forward after every fall
baby girl (Massah Kanneh) and a couple of years later
and I've watched the love and bond between her and her
her marriage fell apart.
daughter. The choice wasn’t hers to be a single mother,
Since then Hawa has been raising her daughter by herself with some help of family friends. She says “It was hard and it hasn’t been easy, one minute your
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Despite the dreadful weather predictions, the sun shined down on Victoria Square for the most part of Saturday 17 September – the Unmasked African Festival. We’re not sure if it was African Juju or just sheer luck.
The festival director Reagan Bledee said the thousands
The African Festival in South Australia has continued
it doesn’t matter whether it rains or shines, people are
to grow each year. In its fifteenth consecutive run, this
prepared to celebrate our culture, we brought Africa to
year was a two day celebration starting off with a dinner
the centre of Adelaide today,” said Reagan.
at the African Village Centre restaurant followed by the festival in Victoria square, the heart of Adelaide city.
of people in attendance is a testament to the hard work being put in by the organising committee. “I want to say thank you to everyone for braving the weather, we nearly have four to five thousand people in Victoria Square today which is fantastic and fabulous,
Reagan also thanked SALT Magazine for their partnering role. “You guys have been a great partner in
The dinner was attended by the His Excellency Hieu
terms of getting out all our graphic design on time and
Van Le, Governor of South Australia, the Minister
managing our social media,” he said.
of Multicultural Affairs Hon Zoe Bettison, African community leaders and stakeholders.
Talking about the festival, Liberian community member and cultural performer at the event Emmanuel Zaza
In her speech the Minister lauded the event organisers
said it is one of the best days for the African community
for their voluntary work and pledged the Government’s
in Adelaide. “It’s great to have the kids here … having
continuing support for the event.
fun and this is why we do it … to promote the image of
Addressing the crowd at the festival the chairman of
Africa”.
the African Communities Council of South Australia
The African Police Liaison Officer Juma Abuyi said the
Mr Mabok Marial thanked the African communities
event has come a long way since 2008. “This event is
for coming out in numbers to support the event and
completely different, it’s in the next level now, I think it
acknowledged its social benefit in bringing people from
should be done two times a year”.
different parts of Africa together. He implored the community to continue working together.
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As we journey around in search of palatable African dishes to share with our readers, we stumble upon Adelaide resident Nazeem Jummun from the island of Mauritius. He was quite happy to share with us the recipe of one of the Islands popular dishes - Prawn Rougaille. Nazeem came to Australia in 2008 to study; he graduated with a Master’s degree in Architecture in April 2016 and is now an Australian citizen. The unique cuisine of the island of Mauritius is a mix of native African, French, Chinese and Indian influences. Being far away from home doesn’t mean we miss out on the tasty cuisines of our countries of origin. During the weekends Nazeem will head to the local Asian shops and buy his much needed ingredients and return home ready to resurrect the tasty dishes of Mauritius back to life in his kitchen in Adelaide. One of Mauritius’ favourites, the Prawn Ragouille is steeped in a spicy tomato sauce and is quick and easy to prepare. It combines tomatoes, onions, thyme, garlic, ginger and chillies. It’s a spicy tomato dish that can also be made with meat or paneer for a vegetarian version.
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Prawn rougaille INGREDIENTS olive oil
2 small red or green
1 red onion, chopped
chillies, finely chopped
1 tbsp finely chopped
½ bunch flat-leaf parsley,
garlic
finely chopped
125 ml white wine
2 thyme sprigs, leaves
500 g tomatoes, peeled and chopped 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tsp sweet paprika 1 tsp salt 1 tsp white pepper
picked 1 kg green king prawns, shelled, heads and tails intact ½ bunch coriander, chopped
METHOD 1. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and half the garlic and fry until golden. Pour in half the wine to soften the onion, then add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes over high heat to reduce. Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper and an extra drizzle of olive oil. Add the chilli, parsley and thyme and remove from the heat. 2. Heat a little more oil in a frying pan and fry the remaining garlic until fragrant. Add the prawns, season with pepper and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the remaining wine to deglaze the pan. 3. Tip the prawns into the rougaille (tomato sauce) and stir through the coriander.
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