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Full List of Vmas Winners: Winners for 2023 Mtv Video Music Awards

Posted on by Jennifer D'souza

At the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, Taylor Swift broke all previous records by taking home a record-tying nine Moon Persons. She now shares the record for the most victories in a single episode with Michael Jackson and moves up to second place among all artists in the show’s history, just behind Madonna.
Swift received awards for Video of the Year, Song of the Year, Artist of the Year, Best Pop, Best Cinematography, Best Direction, Best Visual Effects, Best Editing, and Best Direction. Since the video and song are what she is concentrating on for big accolades, her single “Anti-Hero” won in the majority of categories.
She won nine out of the 11 awards for which she and her work were nominated at the 2023 MTV VMAs.

Taylor Swift’s nine wins at the 2023 MTV VMAs brought her lifetime total to 23, second only to Beyoncé’s 30.
Other major winners at the annual ceremony that celebrates all things connected to music videos included Ice Spice as Best New Artist, K-pop stars like Stray Kids and Tomorrow X Together taking home prizes, and host Nicki Minaj earning another honor for Best Hip-Hop.

Here are all the winners of the 2023 MTV VMAs:

VIDEO OF THE YEAR

  • Doja Cat – “Attention”
  • Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”
  • Nicki Minaj – “Super Freaky Girl”
  • Olivia Rodrigo – “vampire”
  • Sam Smith, Kim Petras – “Unholy”
  • SZA – “Kill Bill”
  • Taylor Swift – “Anti-Hero”  WINNER

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

  • Beyoncé
  • Doja Cat
  • Karol G
  • Nicki Minaj
  • Shakira
  • Taylor Swift

SONG OF THE YEAR

  • Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”
  • Olivia Rodrigo – “vampire”
  • Rema & Selena Gomez – “Calm Down”
  • Sam Smith, Kim Petras – “Unholy”
  • Steve Lacy – “Bad Habit”
  • SZA – “Kill Bill”
  • Taylor Swift – “Anti-Hero” WINNER

BEST NEW ARTIST

  • GloRilla
  • Ice Spice WINNER
  • Kaliii
  • Peso Pluma
  • PinkPantheress
  • Reneé Rapp

PUSH PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR

  • August 2022: Saucy Santana – “Booty”
  • September 2022: Stephen Sanchez – “Until I Found You”
  • October 2022: JVKE – “golden hour”
  • November 2022: Flo Milli – “Conceited”
  • December 2022: Reneé Rapp – “Colorado”
  • January 2023: Sam Ryder – “All The Way Over”
  • February 2023: Armani White – “GOATED”
  • March 2023: Fletcher – “Becky’s So Hot”
  • April 2023: Tomorrow X Together – “Sugar Rush Ride”  WINNER
  • May 2023: Ice Spice – “Princess Diana”
  • June 2023: FLO – “Losing You”
  • July 2023: Lauren Spencer Smith – “That Part”

BEST COLLABORATION

  • David Guetta & Bebe Rexha – “I’m Good (Blue)”
  • Post Malone, Doja Cat – “I Like You (A Happier Song)”
  • Diddy ft. Bryson Tiller, Ashanti, Yung Miami – “Gotta Move On”
  • Karol G, Shakira – “TQG” WINNER
  • Metro Boomin with The Weeknd, 21 Savage, and Diddy – “Creepin’ (Remix)”
  • Rema & Selena Gomez – “Calm Down”

BEST POP

  • Demi Lovato – “Swine”
  • Dua Lipa – “Dance The Night (From Barbie The Album)”
  • Ed Sheeran – “Eyes Closed”
  • Miley Cyrus – “Flowers”
  • Olivia Rodrigo – “vampire”
  • P!NK – “Trustfall”
  • Taylor Swift – “Anti-Hero” WINNER

BEST HIP-HOP

  • Diddy ft. Bryson Tiller, Ashanti, Yung Miami – “Gotta Move On”
  • DJ Khaled ft. Drake & Lil Baby – “Staying Alive”
  • GloRilla & Cardi B – “Tomorrow 2”
  • Lil Uzi Vert – “Just Wanna Rock”
  • Lil Wayne ft. Swizz Beatz & DMX – “Kant Nobody”
  • Metro Boomin ft Future – “Superhero (Heroes and Villains)”
  • Nicki Minaj – “Super Freaky Girl”  WINNER

BEST R&B

  • Alicia Keys ft. Lucky Daye – “Stay”
  • Chlöe ft. Chris Brown – “How Does It Feel”
  • Metro Boomin with The Weeknd, 21 Savage, and Diddy – “Creepin’ (Remix)”
  • SZA – “Shirt” WINNER
  • Toosii – “Favorite Song”
  • Yung Bleu & Nicki Minaj

BEST ROCK

  • Foo Fighters – “The Teacher”
  • Linkin Park – “Lost (Original Version)”
  • Red Hot Chili Peppers – “Tippa My Tongue”
  • Måneskin – “The Loneliest” WINNER
  • Metallica – “Lux Æterna”
  • Muse – “You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween”

BEST LATIN

  • Anitta – “Funk Rave”  WINNER
  • Bad Bunny – “Where she goes”
  • Eslabon Armado, Peso Pluma – “Ella Baila Sola” –
  • Bad Bunny – “un x100to”
  • Karol G, Shakira – “TQG”
  • Rosalía – “Despechá”
  • Shakira – “Acróstico”

BEST AFROBEATS

  • Ayra Starr – “Rush”
  • Burna Boy – “It’s Plenty”
  • Davido ft. Musa Keys – “Unavailable”
  • Fireboy DML & Asake – “Bandana”
  • Libianca – “People”
  • Rema & Selena Gomez – “Calm Down”  WINNER
  • Wizkid ft. Ayra Starr– “2 Sugar”

BEST K-POP

  • aespa – “Girls”
  • BLACKPINK – “Pink Venom”
  • FIFTY FIFTY – “Cupid”
  • SEVENTEEN – “Super”
  • Stray Kids – “S-Class”  WINNER
  • TOMORROW X TOGETHER – “Sugar Rush Ride”

Video for Good

  • Alicia Keys — If I Ain’t Got You (Orchestral)
  • Bad Bunny — “El Apagón — Aquí Vive Gente”
  • Demi Lovato — “Swine”
  • WINNER: Dove Cameron — “Breakfast”
  • Imagine Dragons — “Crushed”
  • Maluma — “La Reina”

Best Direction

  • Doja Cat — “Attention” — Directed by Tanu Muiño
  • Drake — “Falling Back” — Directed by Director X (Julien Christian Lutz)
  • Kendrick Lamar — “Count Me Out” — Directed by Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
  • Megan Thee Stallion — “Her” — Directed by Colin Tilley
  • Sam Smith, Kim Petras — “Unholy” — Directed by Floria Sigismondi
  • SZA — “Kill Bill” — Directed by Christian Breslauer
  • WINNER: Taylor Swift — “Anti-Hero” — Directed by Taylor Swift

Best Cinematography

  • Adele — “I Drink Wine” — Cinematography by Adam Newport-Berra
  • Ed Sheeran — “Eyes Closed” — Cinematography by Natasha Baier
  • Janelle Monae — “Lipstick Lover” — Cinematography by Allison Anderson
  • Kendrick Lamar — “Count Me Out” — Cinematography by Adam Newport-Berra
  • Miley Cyrus — “Flowers” — Cinematography by Marcell Rev
  • Olivia Rodrigo — “vampire” — Cinematography by Russ Fraser
  • WINNER: Taylor Swift — “Anti-Hero” — Cinematography by Rina Yang

Best visual effects

  • Fall Out Boy — “Love From The Other Side” — Visual effects by Thomas Bailey and Josh Shaffner
  • Harry Styles — “Music For A Sushi Restaurant” — Visual effects by Chelsea Delfino and Black Kite Studios
  • Melanie Martinez — “VOID” — Visual effects by Carbon
  • Nicki Minaj — “Super Freaky Girl” — Visual effects by Max Colt and Sergio Mashevskyi
  • Sam Smith, Kim Petras — “Unholy” — Visual effects by Max Colt / FRENDER
  • WINNER: Taylor Swift — “Anti-Hero” — Visual effects by Parliament

Best choreography

  • WINNER: BLACKPINK — “Pink Venom” — Choreography by Kiel Tutin, Sienna Lalau, Lee Jung (YGX), Taryn Cheng (YGX)
  • Dua Lipa — “Dance The Night (From Barbie The Album)” — Choreography by Charm LaDonna
  • Jonas Brothers — “Waffle House” — Choreography by Jerry Reece
  • Megan Thee Stallion — “Her” — Choreography by Sean Bankhead
  • Panic! At The Disco — “Middle Of A Breakup” — Choreography by Monika Felice Smith
  • Sam Smith, Kim Petras — “Unholy” — Choreography by (LA)HORDE — Marine Brutti, Jonathan Debrouwer, Arthur Harel

Best art direction

  • boygenius — “the film” — Art direction by Jen Dunlap
  • BLACKPINK — “Pink Venom” — Art direction by Seo Hyun Seung (GIGANT)
  • WINNER: Doja Cat — “Attention” — Art direction by Spencer Graves
  • Lana Del Rey ft. Jon Batiste — “Candy Necklace” — Art direction by Brandon Mendez
  • Megan Thee Stallion — “Her” — Art direction by Niko Philipides
  • SZA — “Shirt” — Art direction by Kate Bunch

Best Editing

  • BLACKPINK — “Pink Venom” — Edited by Seo Hyun Seung (GIGANT)
  • Kendrick Lamar — “Rich Spirit” — Edited by Grason Caldwell
  • Miley Cyrus — “River” — Edited by Brandan Walter
  • WINNER: Olivia Rodrigo — “vampire” — Edited by Sofia Kerpan and David Checel
  • SZA — “Kill Bill” — Edited by Luis Caraza Peimbert
  • Taylor Swift — “Anti-Hero” — Edited by Chancler Haynes

Content courtesy of Today, CNN & NFH

Pamoja Women Organize the First African Cultural Day.

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Pamoja Women celebrated African Cultural Day for the first time ever in Rochester.

The co-founders of the group intend to make it an annual event because it was such a success.
The diverse African groups gathered at Rochester’s Peace Plaza for a celebration that was accompanied by food, music, and laughter.

People were greeted by the aroma of traditional African food as soon as they stepped foot in the square.
Six distinct traditional African dances were performed on stage throughout the day.
“Pamoja Women serves these communities, and it’s amazing how that when we needed them, they came through,” said Khadija Ali, a co-founder of Pamoja Women.

The organization works to support and uplift Rochester women and girls of East African descent.
Khadija Ali remarked, “You would see all kinds of ladies who are like, you know, entrepreneurial minds, that actually came today and sold stuff that they did not have the confidence to do at first.
Women and girls in vibrant traditional clothing may be seen all around the plaza as you go around.
Some of them participated in the Sudan fashion show, and one woman even got married.

“We had a wedding ceremony that is known as a ‘jerteg,’ which is kind of peculiar in Sudan. According to Alaa Ali, who organized the Sudan Fashion Show, the bride “wears all red and kind of a gold hat.”

Sudan, Somalia, and Ethiopia had the three largest cultural representations, but Pamoja Women expects that next year there will be even more.
Khadija Ali remarked, “I just hope every year it becomes better and better and better.
Pamoja Women would like to extend their gratitude to the people of Rochester, each of their sponsors, and the various African communities that attended in order to make the event a success.

Content courtesy of ABC 6 News & NFH

Diamond Platnumz – Achii ft. Koffi Olomide: True Definition Of African Fashion Sapeur To The World

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Legendary Tanzanian singer, songwriter, and WCB Wasafi CEO, Diamond Platnumz lights up the music stage with a brand new breathtaking single tagged “Achii.”

In this sweet-sounding version, he tapped on the musical dexterities of  Koffi Olomide, a very talented Congolese soukous singer, dancer, producer, and composer.

Furthermore, this new release serves as a follow-up to “My Baby (Remix),” his previous delivery which featured the musical talents of Nigerian music sensation, Chike.
The production credit of this track goes to multi-skilled Tanzanian record producer, Lizer Classic.
Over and above that, this new musical composition is sure to entice you. Nonetheless, you can add to your music collection if you appreciate good music.

           Diamond Platnumz Ft. Koffi Olomide – Achii (Official Music Video)
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Kaveve Kazoze Rieng Genje By Spider Clan

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

In the ever-evolving music industry, Mary Ngesh is a name that has just begun to get the attention of Gengetone enthusiasts.

Ngesh, the online sensation made famous for her witty lyrics in “Rieng Genje,” is currently working to perfect her smile. After having braces for her teeth, she is now smiling with joy and confidence.

Ngesh wasted no time in informing her followers about her new appearance, which inevitably sparked a lot of online discussions. The youthful entertainer didn’t waste any time informing her fans of her new appearance, and it rapidly gained attention online.

The band is known as Spider Clan and their popular song is titled “Rieng Genje.” Since its debut one month ago, it has received 1.9 million views.
Additionally, they have noticed an increase in subscribers, who are currently at 41k. The information was made public on Saturday during their appearance on KTN’s Str8up show.

Ngesh, Banguz, Ngesh, Nguzu, and Mosray make up the Spider Clan’s four members.
Ngesh, Mguzu, and Mosray are siblings who mentioned having musical genius in their genes.

According to the information they provided to KTN, they are a musical family. One of the brothers said, “Ni kitu hamjui, huyu ni siz yangu na huyu ni bro.”

Banguz is a neighbor and the last member. They entered the world of show business when Banguz advised them to get together and dominate the market.
Because they grew up together, they are quite close. Banguz’s quote, “Spider hurusha mawebs, sasa sisi tukaamua turishe ma vibes,” inspired the choice of the name Spider Clan. In their hometown of Nyandarua, they live next door to one another.

Ngesh gave her debut club performance on June 19 2023 at Muranga. Kenyans hailed her after seeing a video of the incident and said that she was destined for major popularity. In addition, Ngesh has a recording contract.

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Ngesh stood out because of her bravery and the fact that she was the only female in the group.
They have recorded a number of songs, such as “Rada Fisa,” “Rieng Genje,” and their most recent single, “Dera,” which have amassed a sizable fan base and become well-known among Kenyans.

Ngesh and the other band members were open and honest during the interview, sharing their experiences and goals.
She stated her hopes for the band’s possibilities to grow and for their music career to succeed.
Since making her solo debut, Ngesh has released “Dem Dem,” her debut single, which showcases both her individual style and passion for music.

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Car And Bike Show: Rick Ross’ Massive Car Show Featured Performances From Meek Mill, Gucci Mane

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

The evening also featured performances by Gunplay, Tyler, the Creator, and other artists.
Meek Mill and Gucci Mane performed at Rick Ross’ car show on Saturday, June 3, at his Atlanta residence.
Ross guided fans through his Promised Land home while posting videos from the occasion to his Instagram account throughout the day. Gucci played 2010’s “I Think I Love Her” on a stage in the artist’s backyard, and Meek performed 2012’s “I’m a Boss” for the audience.

In addition to celebrities, Ross’ auto display attracted some of the rapper’s pals. Tyler, the Creator, Gunplay, 2 Chainz, and more notable guests were there.

According to Fox 5 Atlanta, Fayette County police praised Ross for a drama-free, peaceful celebration.

Fayette County Sheriff Barry Babb remarked, “He hired a really good team that produced a lot of good work for us.”
“We’ve been able to collaborate with numerous agencies, the only drawback being a few minor traffic hiccups. Because we’re able to work together in a way we’ve never worked before, it’s been incredibly wonderful for the community in terms of law enforcement.

But there was a lot of drama leading up to the incident. Rozay’s initial application for a car show permit was turned down, according to WSB-TV, because of Ross’ neighbors.
His neighbors complained about the traffic last year’s inaugural Car and Bike Show generated to the Fayetteville Board of Commissions.

The “Biggest Bawse” ultimately obtained his permit after considerable wrangling.
Additionally, DJ Envy from The Breakfast Club brought smoke to his auto display. Envy told the talking head that he would throw his own auto show to honor Young Dolph, and Ross responded that he “wasn’t on his level.”
And people shouldn’t construct cars just to attend your car show, Envy. No one should travel from another state to attend your auto exhibition, Envy.
The Florida native made fun of “Da Beige Rage.” you observe? However, Envy, sees to it that they have everything they require. Memphis, you all had best hold Envy accountable. Be humble, envy. Respectfully, beige lad. You’re a brown boy! And see to the welfare of my people.

These have been around. We genuinely display love. All you do is market.

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Rick Ross wants people to be able to see his automotive collection in person rather than only admiring it online.
The “Hustlin'” rapper did this by allowing the inaugural Promise Land Car and Bike Show to take place this past Saturday at his Fayettville, Georgia, plantation. Rozay’s cherished goods were on display for auto and rap enthusiasts equally during what appeared to have been a beautiful spring day.

Content courtesy of Vibe & NFH

 

 

 

 

Mayorkun, A Nigerian Artist, Is Hosted By Hennessy For A Club Tour In Nairobi, Kenya.

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Nairobi, Kenya – Mayorkun, a Nigerian artist, was honored with a birthday dinner on March 23, 2023, at the Oyster Bay Restaurant, hosted by Hennessy, the top-ranked cognac in the world.

A networking and engagement opportunity with the artist was provided by the event, which also included thought leaders in the music industry, close family and friends, and members of the media. Also, it provided a special chance for visitors to enjoy Hennessy Cognac’s elegance and luxury.

One of Nigeria’s hottest performers right now, Mayorkun is a multi-award-winning artist. For a very long time, Hennessy has honored cultural figures that go above and beyond the call of duty. His association with Hennessy as one of Nigeria’s brand ambassadors resulted from Mayorkun’s commitment to pushing musical limits as well as his enthusiasm and vigor.

He has swiftly established himself as a favorite of music fans all over the world thanks to his most recent album, Back in Office, which included the breakthrough single “Holy Father.” The album has had over 100 million streams.

Market Manager Moët HennessyGboyega Ogunfuye remarked that during the tour “Hennessy has always recognized creative brains who combine rhythms that will never stop and never settle, and music has always been a part of their Nature. We have a long tradition of fostering artistic innovation, and we will keep giving artists a platform by fusing music, skill, influences, and cognac.”

On March 23 and March 26, 2023, the Nigerian singer will travel to Kenya as part of a club tour sponsored by Hennessy.

Hennessy extends an invitation to all Kenyan music fans to join us for a thrilling evening of outstanding music and vows to uphold this bond with music by assisting artists and leveraging teamwork.
Tags: #HennessyKE, HennessyKenya

Tour Dates:
● Thursday 23rd March 2023 – Gemini
● Friday 24th March 2023 – Golden Ice
● Saturday 25th March 2023 – Black Star
● Sunday 26th March 2023 – Onyx

About Hennessy
Over the course of its 250-year history, Hennessy has proudly continued an unparalleled heritage founded on exploration, discovery, and developing the best aspects of nature that man is capable of providing from its headquarters in the French region of Cognac.

The longevity and success of Hennessy across five continents are a reflection of the principles that the House has upheld ever since it was founded, including the dissemination of a special savoir-faire, a never-ending search for new ideas, and an unwavering dedication to creation, excellence, legacy, and sustainable development.
These characteristics are now the distinguishing characteristics of a House, the jewel in the crown of the LVMH Group, which creates some of the most renowned and iconic cognacs.

Please Drink Responsibly

Content courtesy of African Elite Group Ltd & NFH

 

 

 

DStv: The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival 2022

Posted on by Ann Mumbi

DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival, The seven-year-old event is geared toward fans of both music and cuisine.
The nation’s premier culinary and music festival is back after a two-year hiatus, bringing excitement to Gauteng’s Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit for the Heritage Day weekend.
The festival honors the biggest national and international acts as well as gastronomy and music. International musicians Burna Boy, Stereo MCs, Digable Planets, and Babyface will perform at the 2022 DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival took place on September 24–25.

The stage will be graced by South African superstars including Simphiwe Dana, Zenzi Makeba Lee, Msaki, and spoken-word master Lebo Mashile.

After a two-year break caused by the virus that paralyzed the planet, the much-awaited return of the DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival is just days away.
The best in local and foreign cuisine will be served, and a match will be lit to ignite the dance floor, so there won’t be much time for standing still at this year’s event.

As “a music festival for food enthusiasts and the food festival for music lovers,” the event was introduced in October 2013 with the goal of showcasing both domestic and international culinary and musical talent.

A unique tribute to South African singer-songwriter and activist Miriam Makeba, whose music and work contributed to the campaign for black people’s freedom and equality, will take place at the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit during heritage weekend.

There are many fun events over the two-day festival to keep you engaged. Here are five delectable festival foods to indulge in this year.

The Top Five Items Served During The Dstv Tasty Festival

Food
It’s no accident that the festival is called Delicious. This year, there will be over 100 merchants delivering the freshest gourmet street cuisine as well as a variety of fascinating dinners. In Greenside, Johannesburg, one of these vendors is the recently opened Best Friend Street Bar restaurant. They have a wide selection of drinks that go well with their food, which includes everything from burgers, pizza, and prego rolls to beignets.

The ambassador lounge will include a tempting menu from celebrity chef Siba Mtongana. “Because it is at a racecourse, we have taken an effort to ensure that we curate an exceptional and personalized meal. The exquisite, sophisticated, and Sibalicious lounge cuisine for this year relates to the opulence of the ambassador lounge.

To recreate the gourmet dining experience, we’ve borrowed a few ideas from my restaurant in Cape Town.
However, we also recognize that this is a special occasion, so we don’t want to go overboard,” she adds.

The publication of the cookbook DStv: Delicious Festival: Our Story & Recipes, which can be purchased for R390 equivalent to Ksh 2642 Kenyan shilling online at That Food Guy Shop, is an exciting aspect of this year’s event.
The cookbook, which is devoted to celebrating South Africa’s variety via food and music, includes recipes and tales from regional musicians who discuss their favorite dishes and food-related experiences.

It’s the ideal collector’s item for any fan of a delicious festival, featuring dishes like Lorna Maseko’s stuffed leg of lamb with spinach, tomato, chili, and biltong jam, J’Something’s crispy Korean cauliflower with toasted cashew and cauliflower stem salsa, and the festival’s own chocolate cookie ice cream sandwiches.

Music
The main stage of this year’s delectable festival is the best location to dance the night away on Saturday when Nigerian megastar Burna Boy performs. Nigerian singer Nissi, G Force, Stereo MCs, Major League DJs, and legends of kwaito including Mdu, Thebe, Arthur, Kabelo, Trompies, and Dino Bravo are among the other performers on that day.

On Sunday, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and renowned R&B producer Babyface and Brotha vocalist Angie Stone will serenade the crowd on the main stage. On Sunday, Msaki, Simphiwe Dana, Zenzi Makeba, and Lee will conduct a tribute to Miriam Makeba, who would have turned 90 this year.

Chefs who are kind
Why not support Chefs With Compassion, a non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against hunger, while enjoying the best food and music the festival has to offer?

You can do this by purchasing an R50, equivalent to Ksh 339 Kenya shillings plate signed by chef Nti or by purchasing a care package that includes non-perishable foods at any participating Sasol Delight garage store or the Sasol gazebo next to the non-profit organization’s stall at the festival. You have the chance to win a sundowner on the main stage as well as a magnum bottle of red wine.

According to Caroline McCann, co-founder of Chefs With Compassion, there is an increasing demand for food contributions as the nation recovers from the consequences of Covid-19, which has left many households without an income due to job losses.

“Through our cooperation with Delicious, we have already made slightly over 3.3 million (Ksh 22,240594) meals, and the only way we can prepare 4 million (Ksh 26,967,620) meals is by raising money. So, in order to continue till we reach our 4-million meal goal, we are seeking to raise R1 million (Ksh 6,741,905), the woman explains.

SuperPicks viewing area 
In addition, there are activities for all sports enthusiasts in advance of Saturday’s match between the Springboks and the Puma’s (which you can catch at the SuperPicks viewing area).

The Hollywoodbets Kings Park stadium in Durban will stream it live, and festivalgoers and sports fans will be able to witness the cricket and soccer games scheduled for the weekend.
You won’t have to worry about missing any athletic action this weekend because there is a bar accessible.

Viacom photobooth 
Bring your best stance to the BET Africa Viacom photo booth, which will be set up and ready to capture your outfit of the day.
A meet-and-greet with the cast of BET’s upcoming drama series God for Us All, Guluva for Himself, which was based on the lyrics of the 2000 kwaito musician Zola 7 song Ghetto Scandalous from his album Umdlwembe, will also be available at Viacom’s booth.

Kwanele Mthethwa, who plays Umbuso’s lead character on Mzansi Magic, and How to Ruin Christmas actor Yonda Thomas are two of the show’s famous actors.

Photo courtesy of Capital Fm Lifestyle 

Content courtesy of Mail & Guardian, NFH  

The Bole Festival In Port Harcourt In 2022 Will Feature Food, Entertainment, And Thrills.

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

A month ago, Port Harcourt’s largest food and music festival, the Bolè Festival, was held. The sixth iteration of the festival took place in August and filled Yakubu Gowon Stadium with thousands of spectators. For many people, the dynamic city’s thrill, experience, and memories are still very fresh.

The sixth iteration of the food festival, Bolé Festival 2022, with the theme Level up, was started in 2016 to honor the renowned Port Harcourt street food. The festival draws food lovers and chefs from all over the world to celebrate the rich culture and variety of popular food with a focus on Southern heritage. Bolé Festival had an increase in attendance from 300 guests in 2016 to a record-breaking 25,000 attendees in 2021.

The festival featured kid-friendly activities including musical performances and the visually magnificent bamboo Bolè village, where people lined up until three in the morning to enjoy the famed Bolè booths’ bole and fish. There were also dance competitions, culinary stalls, comedic performances, and games.

Nonso Iwuh started the Bolè festival in 2016 out of a love for showcasing a southern history and way of life. Despite the bad weather, over 28,000 people came to the Bolè festival 2022 over the course of two days, and there were over 100 vendors from all over Nigeria. We Pin!, a common Port Harcourt slang expression that implies “we are immovable,” was used in this situation.

The founder and creative director of Bolè, Nonso Iwuh, stated that the 2022 event would be the festival’s sixth and largest iteration. I am grateful to my team of smart, committed young brains who never fail to deliver, and I am astounded by the Bolè Festival’s evolution throughout the years.
Our Bolè BFFs (attendees and well-wishers) are our biggest inspiration, and we appreciate their confidence in us and their assistance.

The festival’s theme for this year was “Level Up,” which represents how, despite the pandemic’s setbacks, we increased our standards, resilience, and festival experience.

“Our identity and message at Bolè Festival are firmly founded in food, culture, and community. We are now able to draw thousands of foodies, brands, and companies every year to celebrate our unique street food culture.” Bolè Festival marketing and communication lead, Elsie Alasia.

The audience were treated to fascinating musical performances by Ruger, Cavemen, and a range of Port Harcourt’s greatest acts in addition to the food fair and games during the festival. Nedu Wazobia, Nas Boi, and Mr. Funny were among the other famous people and influences who performed.

Regarding the upcoming Bolè Festival, Iwuh said: “We anticipate that our 2023 edition will be even more thrilling. We are always searching for fresh approaches to improve the festival experience for our partners and visitors.”

Nigeria Breweries (Tiger Beer), Chipper Cash, La Casera, Bolt, Tecno, Imperial Blue, Chateau Varterly Winery, Bulzano Wine, Red Bull, Sun Ville Group, Fan Ice, Marie Stopes, Fire Condom, Trash Coin, Ceemore Global, YEO Foundation, Starchaser Wine, and Odibola Properties provided financial support for and sponsorship of the Bolè Festival 2022.

Content courtesy of The Bole Festival & NFH

Hennessy Partners With Thriftsocial To Host Vans Day.

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

The best cognac in the world, Hennessy, and Thrift Social, a website that encourages creativity and the discovery of music and fashion, teamed up to celebrate Van’s Day in Nairobi on June 24, 2022.
The concert, which featured a mix of music, fashion, art, culture, and talent, brought together fans of music and cognac at Winning Post.

DJs from Kenya including Kaneda, Jo Kisila, Chelsea Vancarter, and Maloza, as well as South African DJ UncleWaffles, provided an electrifying performance for the audience.

Eastern Africa Market Manager for Mot Hennessy, Alexandre Helaine, made the following comment during his speech: “Hennessy is excited to collaborate with Thriftsocial to develop this special experience in Kenya. This alliance intends to develop platforms for young upcoming and established artists \sand creatives to explore their talent as they boost their creativity.”

The collaboration between Hennessy and Thriftsocial provides a space for innovation and the investigation of art, music, and fashion.

Through programs like the Thriftsocial, Mr. Helaine continued, “We will continue to assist people that believe and are enthusiastic about what they do and champion the music culture.”

Hennessy extends an invitation to Never Stop Never Settle, encouraging artists, fashion aficionados, and individuals with a pioneering attitude to showcase their skills and ideas.

About Hennessy
For over 250 years, the leader in Cognac, Maison Hennessy, has shone with its remarkable know-how over the world. The brand is present in more than 130 countries, according to creator Richard Hennessy’s spirit of conquest.
Hennessy is a mainstay of the Charente economy, with its headquarters in the heart of the province.
The House’s success and longevity are built on the quality of its cognacs, each of which is the result of a one-of-a-kind process of knowledge transmission from generation to generation.
Hennessy, the first spirits house to receive ISO 14001 certification, brings together its potential for innovation and the backing of all of its partners to maintain this unique environment.

Content Courtesy African Elite Group Ltd, Hennessy, Thrift Social, & NFH

Young Famous and African: Netflix’s First African Reality Show Set to Premier on 18th March 2022

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

The much-anticipated official trailer for the African reality show, “Young, Famous & African” has dropped- and it ticks all the right boxes.

The seven-episode Netflix show follows the OTT lives of star celebrities from across the continent, such as actress and singer Khanyi Mbau, rapper Nadia Nakai, musician Diamond Platnumz, along with Annie Macaulay-Idibia, 2Baba, Zari the Boss Lady, Naked DJ, Swanky Jerry, Andile Ncube and Kayleigh Schwark and promises viewers top-tier entertainment.

Mark your calendars and set those reminders for the 18th of March 2022 as Netflix will premiere its inaugural African reality show entitled Young, Famous & African. Unscripted and unapologetically African, the series promises to bring viewers top-tier, best-in-class variety entertainment through the lens of some of their favorite A-list personalities from all over the African continent.

It’s a glitzy reality series, aka a real-life soap opera, which looks at rivalries, new friendships, and romantic connections forming, to stories that made the headlines and the delicious tea being spilled, these African stars will give viewers an intimate insider look into their glamorous lives as they navigate the City of Gold, Joburg, South Africa.

Sharing their excitement about the seven-episode reality show produced by Urban Brew Studios and co-creators and Executive Producers are Martin Asare Amankwa and Peace Hyde, Martin Asare Amankwa said:

“It’s really exciting to be able to show the world an exclusive look into the lives of Africa’s top celebrities and socialites. Young, Famous & African is a depiction of a world that has never been seen before, highlighting authentic stories and unrivaled access to some of the most celebrated celebrities.” Peace Hyde said: “

This has been a labor of love that has finally become a reality. Growing up in the U.K. there were no glitzy and sexy images of Africa, all we saw were the stereotypical images that have been propelled in the media for years.

Young, Famous & African presents an Africa that is vibrant, beautiful, glossy and sexy to the world and we are super proud and excited for the world to see it.”, while Adelaide Joshua Hill, Executive Producer said,

“We are thrilled to have been a part of this amazing show, it is wonderful to be able to show a different side of Africa to the world and highlight the amazing people we have on our continent. We thank each and every one of the cast members who gave of their time and allowed us a sneak peek into their lives.  Young, Famous & African is a wild luxury ride, a trip that is worth the time.” From the cast, Zari the Boss Lady (Uganda) said,

“I’m so excited for people to see how much of ourselves we poured into this show, showcasing our true, authentic trials and tribulations. Young, Famous & African will give our fans an insider look into our very entertaining, very busy lives”.

Content Courtesy of IOL & NFH Digital Team

Sifu Bwana – Khaligraph Jones Ft Nyashinski (Official Song)

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Award-winning Kenyan rapper Khaligraph Jones on Friday released his much-anticipated Gospel project dubbed ‘Sifu Bwana’ featuring fellow industry heavyweight Nyashinski.

The pair have run laps throughout the hip-hop circle in Kenya, now combining forces in their newly dropped banger that is a powerful song inspired by an old school gospel tune that loosely translates to ‘Praise God’.

Earlier this week, Khaligraph teased his fans as he shared a snippet on his Instagram in preparation to release the track produced by his record label Blu Ink Corp.

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This is the duo’s first joint song despite appearing together in a past project dubbed ‘Chukua Selfie’ alongside fellow stars Fena Gitu, Jua Cali, and Naiboi.

Having been raised from a Christian background, Khaligraph Jones revealed that his mother is a preacher up to date, and supports his art.

As the rapper launched his critically acclaimed album ‘Testimony 1990’ in 2018, he divulged how close he is to his mother in a video he shared of her praying with him towards the success of the album.

“Moms just passed by the studio to get her copy of the Testimony 1990 album, and she was really feeling track number 2 called Blessing. She also prayed for the album to be more successful,” he wrote at the time.

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In a previous interview with a local publication, the ‘Champez’ hitmaker opened up on his past life, disclosing that he started off music by venturing into the Gospel scene before fully discovering his talent.

“I recorded my first song and it was a Gospel one in class 7. It was even played on the radio. It reached a point when I realized that I am an OG,” he said.

Content Courtesy of Blue Ink Corp & NFH

Otile Brown Woman ft. Harmonize (Official Music Video)

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Kenyan independent R&B singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor, Jacob Obunga popularly known as Otile Brown came through with another stunning banger, the celebrated Kenyan musician Otile Brown has released a new song dubbed ‘Woman’ featuring Harmonize from Tanzania.

The song expresses the feelings of a man who praises the beauty of a woman that he is in love with. Otile Brown sings through the first half of the song before Harmonize joins him.

Otile Brown become the first Kenyan musician to hit 1 million make subscribers on Youtube

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The woman is written and performed by Otile Brown and Harmonize The audio is produced by Ihaji MadeIt Video Directed by Hanscana from Dar Es Salaam

Content courtesy of NFH Digital Team 

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