Long before Paul Simon went to Graceland, Johnny Clegg flouted apartheid laws in South Africa by forming the seminal mixed-race band Juluka in the 1970s. Teaming with Sipho Mchunu. Johnny’s sensational cross-cultural concept established the template for fusing Western pop with Zulu rhythms – English vocals fixed to an African heartbeat. Interview with Africanoz AfricanOZ [...]
A 300 year-old drum that symbolises the importance of music in Africa and America has made an epic journey to Perth as part of Extraordinary Stories from the British Museum exhibition which is on display at the Western Australian Museum until February 5, 2012. The Akan Drum is one of the oldest surviving African-American objects [...]
Auction and sale of contemporary African art by Zimbabwean artists to raise funds for scholarships and educational projects for disadvantaged children in Zimbabwe. African art is the hallmark of African visual culture, displaying a stunning visual manifestation of the energy and spirit of the traditions of Africa. Fall in love with Africa whilst listening [...]
welcome to perth, western australia, kenyan community of wa annual ball 2011, friday 28/10/11 . chogm weekend black tie event cost 150 inc dinner, drinks and entertainment, small fashion show, kenyan dj, run by kenyans burswood entertainment complex, burswood , special guest kenyan pres honour kibaki , wa govt minister selling fast, tickets available [...]
The magical rhythms of traditional African music and dance burst forth at Don Russell Performing Arts Centre on Saturday 2 July at 8pm. Enigmatic cultural group, The Salaka Ensemble, comes to The Don direct from Ghana as part of a national tour. The ensemble’s uplifting live show blends vibrant rhythms, amazing vocal harmonies, [...]
The Salaka Ensemble from Ghana is performing at Kulcha in Perth on Friday 1 July 2011 This is a rare chance to be inspired by fabulous African music. On tour from Africa- Salaka are one of Ghana’s hottest tribal ensembles. Showcasing high energy traditional African drumming, dancing & breathtaking harmonies. Featuring Master Drummer Tuza with [...]
The Chocolate City Premier Night promises to satisfy your musical taste buddz, playing the best in Hip Hop, RnB, Urban Grooves and Dancehall. Again, this is a once in a lifetime event and you just need to be there to witness a great delivery in entertainment. PERTH LETS GET READY FOR THE ULTIMATE SATURDAY SESSION [...]
Join us for a night of fanstatic cultural entertainment as we embarck on a search for the 6th Miss Africa Perth Youth Ambassador. The night is set to be a celebration of African diversity, culture, values and beauty! Date: Saturday 18th June 2011 Venue: Perth Town Hall, (cnr Hay and Barrack st), Perth City Time: [...]
Get ready to come and celebrate your countries and our continent at the first ever Africa Day party in Perth. This is our time to show our unity and cheer as Africans! There’s a line up of renowned DJ’s from various parts of Africa, ready to have you dance the night away to the hottest [...]
29 April 2011 – Take all your senses on a journey through Africa, and indulge in delectable “African fusion” cuisine complimented by an array of cultural entertainment from all over Africa. Treat your taste buds to a specially created set menu by Pink Zulu restaurant combining an assortment of dishes and flavors from the vast [...]
