How lucky are we Minnesotans! Legendary South African jazz trumpeter, freedom activist and Grammy award winner, Hugh Masekela, will grace us with his presence again. I know many of you missed his last concert at the Dakota because both shows were sold out so this time be sure to get your tickets early. The prices … Continue reading »
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Twin Cities Black Film Festival to show ‘Ni Wakati’
The Twin Cities Black Film Festival is upon us again! From Friday Oct 15th to Sunday Oct 17th attendees can expect to be moved by powerful films and documentaries, engage in meaningful discussion and thereafter party like a rock star. For the film schedule up go to http://tcbff.com/schedule.html Be sure to watch the revolutionary, reintroduction … Continue reading »
K’naan concert in Minneapolis this Saturday
Hey happy people, I bring you good tidings! K’naan will be in the twin cities this Saturday night at First Ave and Minnesota’s very own Deejay Xpect will be on the ones and twos. As you probably know K’naan has a HUGE fan base here so if you plan on seeing the show, you better … Continue reading »
Memorable MinneAfrican Moments of 2008.
As we say goodbye to 2008 , here’s a recap of some of the events that rocked the African Community in Minnesota. For Kenyans, the year started off pretty badly as their home country was marred by the worst violence in her history following elections at the end of December. In January Demonstrators braved sub-zero … Continue reading »
