Ethiopian Beauty, Model and Talk Show Host to Co-MC Miss Africa USA Finals July 24 2010

Miss Africa USA Management is proudly welcomes Miss Nunu Wako, Ethiopian beauty, model and talk show host as Co-MC of the 2010 Miss Africa USA grand finals slated for Saturday July 24 2010.

Please read on to learn more about Nunu Wako:

Nunu Wako is an Ethiopian-born, American-raised international model, business entrepreneur but foremost an avid humanitarian who has accomplished many achievements in her young life thus far. As a model she was the 2005 Nautica Jeans & Vibe Magazine National U.S. Model Search winner, has been featured in numerous magazines throughout the United States and abroad. She was one of the 8 faces for Kiss Make-Up 2006/2008, one of the faces for Vanessa Wigs for three consecutive years from 2007 -2009 and has been on several billboards for various beverage companies. She has also done several fashion shows for clothing brands such as Baby Phat, Sean Jean, and Roca Wear, and various commercials for companies such as DTLR. NuNu Wako is the 2009/210 crowned beauty for Jamati and African Heat’s Sexiest African Women Alive.

Utilizing the opportunity presented by the modeling industry and her extensive circle of network, NuNu Wako is dedicated to bringing Africa to the forefront and bridging the gap through NuNu Wako Show in which she is the creator, host and one of the executive producers as well as all her modeling and personal endeavors. She says “We all are driven by personal ambitions, and my commitment to speak out against the violations of human rights that occurs universally and particularly on our continent of Africa is more than an ambition, it’s my lifelong passion.”  She is currently the spokesperson for Ivorian Hope Organization a non-profit organization that is dedicated in helping Ivorian war victims in Cote d’Ivoire as well as Artists for Charity which is dedicated in adapting orphaned and educating children with HIV/AIDs.

For more information visit www.nunuwako.com

The Miss Africa USA Grand Finals is slated for Sat July 24 at the Montgomery College Performing Arts Center, 7995 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring Md. A highly anticipated event drawing the community together through beauty, culture, talent and more.


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Dr. Emma Osong to MC the Miss Africa USA VIP Banquet July 23 2010

The Miss Africa pageant management proudly welcomes on board Dr. Emma Osong as the Official MC for the 2010 VIP and Ambassadors Banquet marking the launch of the 2010 Scholarship pageant.  Dr. Emma Osong has hosted several high profile events in the Washington DC area and she will bring her special touch of class to the Miss Africa USA Pageant.

DR. Emma Ngang Osong, D.M, is a corporate trainer, professor, and consultant with a background in aviation engineering, organizational management, and Leadership Development.  She has worked as a Senior Systems Engineer consultant to the Federal Aviation Administration. She serves as adjunct faculty at the Catholic University in Washington D.C. and as Graduate faculty at Argosy University in Arlington, Virginia. She has been hired to speak at several events including the World Bank.

Dr. Osong was Miss Cameroon-USA in 1987. She has a passion for advocacy and volunteers her time as a grade school teacher and to various charities. Osong holds a doctorate in management and leadership from the University of Phoenix and masters in electrical engineering from the Catholic University of America. She lives with her husband Gerry and three children, Nadine, Praxedes, and Steph in Maryland. When not working, Emma enjoys traveling, reading, classical music, and entertaining. She can be reached at osongm@yahoo.com

An exclusive banquet, the first in the pageant’s history in honor of the 32 finalists who will be competing this year for the coveted crown. The banquet will bring together special VIPs such as Elected Officials in the Maryland/DC area, African Ambassadors, sponsors, family and friends of the Miss Africa USA Scholarship Pageant in an evening of fun. The banquet also features a breathtaking fashion show featuring top designers from the motherland, an Award ceremony and a great opportunity to network with attendees.

All 32 Finalists for the pageant will be formally introduced, kicking off the pageant competition with their platform Presentations and micro-project achievements so far.  It is a night of great substance and we are all looking forward to this Red Carpet event, launching the 2010 pageant.


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TOP AFRICAN FASHION DESIGNERS SET TO DAZZLE UP THE MISS AFRICA USA 2010 PAGEANT RUNWAY

Its that time of the year again when the eyes are on the Miss Africa USA Scholarship Pageant, searching for that next Queen for the coveted crown.  Previous pageants have benefited from the support of African Fashion Designers, showcasing African Couture at its best but this year is different as the pageant has attracted some top names and award winners from the motherland and diaspora.  There is great excitement in the air and fans are looking forward to some breathtaking designs on the pageant Runway.

The Miss Africa USA Pageant Management is proud to welcome the following Designers from Africa and diaspora:

MUSTAFA HASSANALI is based in Tanzania, well respected when it comes to African Couture, has won several awards for his creativity and Style. Mustafa has also worked with Supermodels like Naomi Campbell.  Mustafa has confirmed his participation in the 2010 Miss Africa USA Pageant to be held in Maryland on July 24 2010 at the Takoma Park Performing Arts Center in Silver Spring MD.

Mustafa Hassanali will be joining us from Dar Es Salam in Tazania.

The Miss Africa USA Pageant is very proud to welcome on board the renowned Fashion Designer from Nigeria Frank Osodi.  Frank is also well respected in the African Fashion arena around the world not only in Nigeria where he is based.  His inspiration and style is recognized internationally and has participated in the New York Fashion Week held annually in New York City. Frank will graze the Miss Africa Runway with some of his breathtaking designs.

Frank Osodi Couture

Coming all the way from the Pearl of Africa – Uganda, is the beautiful and inspirational designer Stella Atal who will be joining us at the upcoming Miss Africa USA Pageant slated for July 24  2010 in Maryland.  Stella Atal is an international Designer whose influence on Runways span across the African Continent and beyond.  Stella is also an award winning Fashion Designer and we are excited to be able to work with her. She promises to storm the Runway taking charge of the ‘Parade of Nations’ Segment of the competition. Stella Atal is know for Originality and Style

Coming all the way from the beautiful country of Kenya is the beautiful and talented Vera Vee Ochia, who has made a name in the Kenyan Fashion Industry and is going International. She recently participated in the Swahili Fashion week with the most beautiful designs. We are very proud to welcome Vera Vee Ochia who will bring some Kenyan inspiration to the Miss Africa USA Runway.  Vera will be joining us from Nairobi, Kenya.

Vera Vee Ochia Couture

Leaving Africa and homing in on some of our US based Designers we are proud to welcome on board Miss Estella Al or Estella Couture as she is best known.  Estella has worked with the Miss Africa USA Pageant for the last 3 years, she has witnessed the pageant grow and is always ready to lend a hand.  We are very happy to have Estella Couture on Board again this year. Estella hails from Nigeria and her designs are certainly inspired by her roots. Well respected name in the Fashion industry in Africa Diaspora, she is also very passionate about helping people in need. Her most recent humanitarian effort is the Fashion For Jos campaign to raise funds for the victims of the recent Massacre in the Nigerian community of Jos.

Simply Estella Couture

Still homing in, on designers of the Africa diaspora, we caught up with the LA based Fashion designer Akouavi Fashions.  Akouavi is originally from Togo, based in California. The pageant team proudly welcomes Akouavi Fashions as one of the lead designers to dazzle the Miss Africa USA Runway. Not only does Akoavi design casual and couture wear, she has a huge collection of African Hats and head gears.

There is lots of excitement and interest in the upcoming Miss Africa USA Pageant. The management looks forward to working with all the featured designers and to support the general efforts to promote and encourage such great talent from the motherland.

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AFRICAN WOMEN’S DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION AND SPOTLIGHT AFRICA LLC PRESENT THE 5TH ANNUAL MISS AFRICA USA GRAND FINALS AND CORONATION CEREMONY

The Miss Africa USA Pageant finals moves from Georgia to Maryland and Washington DC for the very first time.  The Delegates are ready and the team is gearing up for yet another cultural explosion celebrating Africa in America.  We encourage all our fans and supporters to come out and support all the beautiful African women representing all the different countries in Africa.  Each Finalist has taken on a challenging micro project to benefit communities in need in Africa and in America. Miss Africa USA Pageant goes beyond beauty. We encourage you to come out and meet the delegates who will be representing Africa at the 2010 pageant as follows.

THE 2010 MISS AFRICA USA PAGEANT VENUE:

Montgomery College Tacoma Park / Silver Spring Performing Art Center

7995 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring MD 20910

Come along and be a part of the coronation ceremony

DATE:  SAT  JULY 24  2010

TIME:  6PM  – 11PM

TICKETS  $ 30  advance and $40 at the Door.

Featuring:

African Fashion Moguls all the way from the Motherland to showcase African Couture in the United States of America.  This year the pageant is very proud to team up with the following Brand names in African couture:

Mustafa Hassanali  from Tanzania

Stella Atal  from Uganda

Judith Ochia from Kenya

Frank Osodi  from Nigeria

Estella Couture in Maryland

Akouavi Fashions Los Angeles

STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION

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YOU ARE INVITED TO THE ULTIMATE AFRICAN SUMMER BALL

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ITS GOING DOWN AT THE CROWN PLAZA HOTEL: JOIN QUEEN NYASHA ZIMUCHA FOR THE BEST AFRICAN NIGHT OUT!!!!!!!

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MISS AFRICA USA: FASHION STATEMENT 2008: #3

miss Ghana

Estella Couture elegance lights up the stage as Miss Ghana USA smiles to the judges and audience in this beautiful African outfit.  A Figure hugging stylish collar leaves every member of the audience in admiration.  Kudos to African Couture, its beautiful,  it is sexy and it is also comfortable.

Published in: on May 30, 2009 at 6:12 am  Leave a Comment  

MISS AFRICA USA: AFRICAN FASHION STATEMENT 2008 #2

Miss Liberia

OMG I said when Miss Liberia appeared on this stage with this mind blowing outfit, just check out the head gear, the Map of Africa on yr head…… you tell me how African can African Fashion get???? She carried it so well, with poise and elegance. This is just so beautiful, look at the lappa trailing….. awesome and it is also very sexy…….I know African fashion rocks.

Published in: on May 30, 2009 at 6:02 am  Leave a Comment  
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MISS CAMEROON WINS TALENT SEGMENT OF MISS AFRICA USA 2006

CAMEROON

Miss Cameroon Danielle Mingana Fochive gave it a good shot at the pageant, walking off as the most talented in the pageant. She won a complete photoshoot with Harold Greaves Photography.  Her talent was actually a traditional dance from the Ndian division of  Cameroon.

Danielle is pictured above post-pageant.

Published in: on May 26, 2009 at 9:34 am  Leave a Comment  
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