Youssou N’Dour, singer, composer, and percussionist was born in Dakar, Senegal in 1959 to a Wolof mother and a Serer father. His parents encouraged him to think outside of the traditional griot school, allowing him to consider both of his parents’ cultures and thus inspiring his identity as a modern griot. At the…
The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean off East Africa. They are each known for their gorgeous coral reefs, sparking waters, rare wildlife, and prominent nature reserves. They’re also a favorite of beloved royals Will and Kate. In fact, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge went there for…
Tinsel is a Nigerian soap opera on its eighth season, and has been on the air since 2008. It is famously known for its clarity in vision and attention to detail of production. While mostly comprised of Nigerians, the 80-person cast is made up of actors from both Nigeria and Ghana. For many years,…
Missy BK, dynamic Cameroonian singer, song writer, and humanitarian won the (CCWA) Career Women Awards for the Best Charity Act 2015. The award is given in recognition of the humanitarian activities the Foundation supports. So, far the MK Foundation is making a positive difference in the lives of underprivileged and orphaned children, including families…
