Kezia Anim-Addo is the Director of Communications, Sub-Saharan Africa, Africa,Middle East & Turkey, Meta. In 2023 during Africa Day, Kezia said, “We’re thrilled to celebrate Africa Day this year by amplifying the stories of just some of our talented rising stars from across the continent who are shining a spotlight on African culture, music, food, …
Quinta Brunson is a Writer, Actress and Stand-Up Comedian living in LA. Born and raised in Philadelphia PA. Quinta started studying comedy in Chicago at the Second City. She moved to LA in 2013. Her 2014 viral series, “The Girl Who’s Never Been on a Nice Date” launched her into viral fame, eventually leading her …
Remmington Foster Belford, currently serves as the Director of Communications for the largest and most diverse Black Caucus in the history of the United States Congress. He is a high-impact strategic political communications and marketing practitioner in Washington, D.C., by way of Houston, Texas. He is a second-generation Texas Southern University alumnus, where he received …
Frances Tiafoe is an American professional tennis player who was born in Maryland on January 10, 1998. He turned pro in 2015 and went on to win one ATP singles title. Tiafoe is currently world No. 19. His parents Constant and Alphina were both immigrants from Sierra Leone who escaped the civil war that began in the …
Jaleska Holman, professionally known as JMulan is a media personality and entrepreneur who was a 2018 BET Social Award nominee and she has been featured in Vibe, Ebony, Essence, BET and more. Entrepreneur known for founding the branding and talent management firm JMulan Agency. She is also known for posting fashion and style content online. …
Jeremiah Ogbodo also known as “Swanky Jerry” is a celebrated Nigerian celebrity fashion stylist, designer, social influencer and consultant. He has gained fame as one of Nigeria’s youngest and most influential celebrity stylists and has been featured on leading Nigerian blogs like Legit.ng News and The Cable. The Nigerian celebrity stylist was born on July …
Peter Tega is currently serving as the COO at Mavin Records. He has collaborated with brands across various industries. From telecoms to banking, eCommerce, FMCG, and a host of others, and he oversees the daily operations of the company and execute executive functions such as Marketing, Partnerships, Finance, A&R, International Distribution, Digital, Operations, HR, and …
Nomzamo Mbatha was born on July 13, 1990 in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. She is an actress, known for Coming 2 America (2021), Isibaya (2014) and Die Like Lovers (2022). Hollywood came knocking when Nomzamo Mbatha was in Abu Dhabi. As an ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the South African …
Victoria “Nneka” Ogwumike is a Nigerian-American basketball player for the Los Angeles Sparks of the Women’s National Basketball. She is the 2016 WNBA MVP, WNBA Champion, and 1st overall pick of the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2012 WNBA Draft, Nnemkadi, nicknamed “Nneka”, Ogwumike’s mission is to inspire others to discover their greatness with an …
Lia Samantha a Singer & Designer. Lia’s flamboyant designs combining traditional African prints with modern chic stand out in Colombia’s fairly conservative fashion market. She now owns an eye-catching store in one of Bogota’s stylish shopping malls and her designs have been presented at national and international fashion festivals. Her clients range from ordinary Colombians …