BIG BROTHER AFRICA-THE START OF THE REVOLUTION!

KEVIN, A Nigerian from Jos was yesterday announced as the flag bearer of Nigeria in the ongoing BIG BROTEHR AFRICA TV Reality Show.

27- year- old entertainer, Kevin has a BA in English Language and has 7 siblings. He’s proud to be Nigerian because Nigerians stand out and survive any situation – “which is why you’ll find a Nigerian almost anywhere. ” A Manchester United fan whose hobbies include rapping, Kevin would like travel to Hollywood to see a movie in the making there. If he wins Big Brother Revolution, Kevin will spend his money on creating an entertainment empire and will share some of it with friends and family who have stood by him.

The launch show kicked off with a banging performance from Somali star K’Naan singing his song “Waving Flag”. The crowd was moved as ushers walked onto the stage displaying the flags of all African countries represented in the house. The mood was filled with tension and excitement as the anticipated arrival of the Housemates drew closer.

IK , the host kept the crowd alive as he started introducing the housemates and many screams were heard as crowd members wished their country-mates luck ahead of the race to win the $200 000 prize! Jeremy, the buff 22-year-old developer from Kenya, got mad love from the ladies as he lifted his shirt to show off his six-pack. Quinn, the South African student, received applause as he exhibited his multi-lingual skills by speaking in isiZulu.

The crowd started quietening down as male Housemate after male Housemate walked onto the stage.

Who could blame them as there seemed to be no women in sight?The surprises were not over yet as IK revealed the last Housemate, Eddie from Namibia, and of course, his identical twin, Erastus. This announcement, a first in the history of Big Brother Africa, will see two identical Housemates playing the game by constantly switching roles for the first four weeks. The twins will have to tread very carefully as their survival in house rests on the other Housemates not uncovering their secret.

When all was said and done and the Housemates had settled in the house and getting to know the Starmates, IK announced yet another surprise. Although the male Housemates have no idea of this, 12 women will be joining them next Sunday. Current Housemates and fans alike will have to wait until next Sunday to see who the women Housemates are.

Like i said...keep up with me here for all the juicy stories, news, and of course all the GOSSIPS!

MEET THE BIG BROTHER HOUSE MATES

When BIG BROTHER announced earlier this year of the 'No Rule' in this year's edition of the show, we all looked forward to it...for some, it was the wet shower moments that triggered their purchase of new DSTV pack...and to other's, the eargerness to not miss out on those creepy dark corner love nests, and still, other's could not have imagined missing those intimate under the sheet night love-making sessions that the BIG BROTHER house has come to provide.
So, when the date for the unveiling show drew closer, l particularly was anxious to know all the housemates who will in the next 91 days provide that subtle...edited porn...

Well...it was to become a shocker when all the Housemates turned out MEN! chai! ...what was BIG BROTHER THINKING??? Ok, i dont mean to sound...weird but...lets just leave that foranother day.

...am sure you guys dont seem to get it...i mean, 91 days being stucked in with 12 men???

I agree the guys are cute...but then...where are the girls thats makes it all Wet...Wild...&...Wicked???

Well, here are the contestants who made it to the BIG BROTHER HOUSE...

What do you peeps think? Do you have an early favourite?

JEREMY
Age:22
Country:Kenya
Hometown:Nairobi
Occupation:Developer
Biography
Mr. University Kenya 2009 winner Jeremy has more than just looks going for him – he’s currently studying towards a BSc Degree in Telecommunication and Information Technology plus accounts. He admires Richard Branson because he makes money doing things that he loves. He is proud to be Kenyan because of the resilience of the people and their ability to move on from hardships. Jeremy entered Big Brother Revolution because it presented him with a chance to do something new and unconventional.




















YACOB
Age:28
Country:Ethiopia
Hometown:Addis Ababa
Occupation:Assistant Manager

Biography
At 6’4”, Yacob is the tallest housemate on Big Brother Revolution. He is an Assistant Manager in a factory and has a BA degree in Communication. He says his bad habits are drinking and smoking and he’d love to visit Brazil because the women are sexy. He likes listening to music, playing basketball and watching TV. Yacob entered Big Brother Revolution for the experience of a lifetime and promises honesty during his time in the house. “I tell it how it is – the fans will see the real Yacob in the house, ” he says.




















ITAI
Age:31
Country:Zimbabwe
Hometown:Mutari
Occupation:Student
Biography
Student Itai is currently studying towards his Master’s Degree in Peace and Governance. He is a keen public speaker who says his worst habits include stealing glances at himself in the mirror and going round in circles before getting to the point. Itai says that viewers should tune in to Big Brother Revolution to watch him because he is “a peculiar dude with a unique story to tell”. If he won USD 200 000, among other things, he would spend the money on travelling to London, LA, New York and Paris.




















KEVIN
Age:27
Country:Nigeria
Hometown:Jos
Occupation:Entertainer

Biography
27- year- old entertainer Kevin has a BA in English Language and has 7 siblings. He’s proud to be Nigerian because Nigerians stand out and survive any situation – “which is why you’ll find a Nigerian almost anywhere. ” A Manchester United fan whose hobbies include rapping, Kevin would like travel to Hollywood to see a movie in the making there. If he wins Big Brother Revolution, Kevin will spend his money on creating an entertainment empire and will share some of it with friends and family who have stood by him.




















KAONE
Age:26
Country:Botswana
Hometown:Kanye
Occupation:Principal Youth Officer

Biography
Kaone lists his relationship status as “Single – and ok about it”. He studied Communication and International Relations, and he’s currently an intern principal Youth Officer. Kaone has said that once entering The House, the one thing he would miss about the ‘outsisde world’ is doing what he wants, when he wants to. His worst habits are smoking and being unemotional, but he promises Big Brother fans that he’ll keep them on the edge of their seats because “I am the Revolution. ”




















HANNINGTON
Age:23
Country:Uganda
Hometown:Kampala
Occupation:Student

Biography
Single games shop owner Hannington has a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology. He is most proud of his business achievements and the best advice he received is ‘always follow your heart’. Hannington would love to visit the moon ‘because it’s out of this world’. His hobbies include playing basketball, watching movies, listening to music and swimming.




















TEDDY
Age:18
Country:Kenya
Hometown:Mombasa
Occupation:developer

Biography
Multi- talented advertising copywriter, voice- over artist and broadcaster Teddy has a BA in International Relations from the United States International University in Nairobi. He says the best thing about Kenyans is their spirit of resilience and rates the Masai Mara as the best place in his country to visit. Pessimists and whiners really irk him, while he says falling in love too quickly is one of his bad habits. Teddy says viewers should watch him because of the unexpected twists he’ll bring to the house and because he’s always entertaining.




















WAYOE
Age:34
Country:Ghana
Hometown:Accra
Occupation:Web developer

Biography
A father of 2 girls, LLB student Wayoe lists his greatest achievement in life as making it into the Big Brother house. Wayoe enjoys talk shows and soap operas and lists history books as his favourite type of book. Wayoe is proud of his country because it is the gateway to Africa and says the best thing about Ghanaians is their hospitality. If he wins Big Brother Revolution, he plans to spend the money on his education and profession, his musical talents and for charity.




















PHIL
Age:25
Country:Uganda
Hometown:Kampala
Occupation"Marketing Consultant

Biography
Phil has a BSc in Industrial Chemistry and is single. One of 5 children, he lists his Dad as his role model. Phil enjoys swimming, reading, hanging out with his friends and traveling. He relaxes by watching a great cartoon or reading a good book. Phil would love to visit Venice because he’s amazed by the idea of a city on water. His worst habits are biting his nails and letting his ego get the better of him. Phil says fans should tune in to Big Brother Revolution because “every day I will give them the Revolution they’ve been promised. ”




















LEONEL
Age:23
Country:Mozambique
Hometown:Maputo
Occupation":IT

Biography
Single IT administrator Leonel is proud to be the first Mozambican in Big Brother Africa. He says the best thing about Mozambicans is their kindness and he’s proud of his country for its strong culture. The best advice he ever received was “study hard”, courtesy of his cousin. Leonel is passionate about capoeira and says he’ll miss his capoeira students, his daily routine and his friends most when the Big Brother doors close. Sometimes forgetful, Leonel dislikes false people.




















QUINN
Age:21
Country:South Africa
Hometown:Johannesburg
Occupation :1st year Media Diploma Student

Biography
21- year- old Quinn is a single1st year Media Diploma student from Johannesburg. A footballer who has represented his province, he says that Bafana Bafana make him proud to be South African. He’d love to visit Brazil – “the land of the samba” – and says his worst habit is hogging the bathroom. Quinn entered Big Brother Revolution for the experience and to learn more about other African cultures. “The things from the outside world I’ll miss most are Facebook, my cellphone, TV, radio, friends and my mom’s cooking! ”




















EDWARD
Age:33
Country:Namibia
Hometown:Windhoek
Occupation:Public Relations Officer

Biography
Public Relations Officer Edward has 5 sisters and 2 brothers. He’s single – “it’s complicated”, he says and his favourite memory is his mother teaching him everything a father should. “I live by the Oprah Winfrey epithet ‘if you doubt anything, don’t go for it’ and he dislikes inconsiderate people. Having grown up in Sweden, he would love to go back there someday to see his old neighborhood. Edward entered Big Brother for the challenge and the experience and says he would love to take the money back to Namibia.

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Ok...there you have it...
What do you guys think about the HouseMates?
Fromtheir biography's who doyou think Africa will root for?
Do you have any early Faves?

SNEAK PEAK INTO THE BIG BROTHER AFRICA HOUSE

Mnet has revealed a new Big Brother Africa House that stands out with fresh contemporary style, clean sophisticated finishes, Afro-chic interiors, and a revolutionary spirit. The Revolution is coming....

Today, Sunday September 6th when the much anticipated BIG BROTHER AFRICA: THE REVOLUTION hits DStv screens continent-wide, there will be a hidden star at the centre of the show, a newly designed and state-of-the-art Big Brother Africa house. Now complete and ready for big reveal the house is a marked departure from previous seasons, from its technology to its multi-textured, multi-faceted décor.

Polished stainless steel elements sit alongside warm wood tones and rugged stone, whilst canvas drawn paintings share space comfortably with unique graffiti artwork. Bold colors against a backdrop of neutrals provide key focal points throughout the house while wide open spaces allow for a feeling of space and tranquility. Add one gleaming kitchen which could be termed a chef’s dream, with all the modern conveniences, plus an open plan lounge accentuated in leather and luxurious throws, and the house fuses classic design ethics with a fun, easygoing twist.

Other rooms include an elegant bathroom, dormitory styled bedroom, polished dark wood dining area, and the always powerful diary room, this time with dramatic difference. Put together, and the Big Brother house is ready for action. Meanwhile outside, a decked patio offers cool comfort while the lush garden is offset by the sparkling plunge pool, the one element unchanged in tribute to last season.

With 100 microphones at work and 40 cameras, including manned, remote and miniature ‘lipstick’ cameras, the BIG BROTHER AFRICA house is a technological accomplishment which includes over 14 000 metres of cabling. To renovate and rebuild the existing structure into the new house took 70 000 bricks, 6 tonnes of cement and 4 tonnes of structural and reinforcing steel.

NIGERIA VS. TUNISIA: THE VICTORY THAT VANISHED

It was a match the whole nation looked forward to…a victory that was not negotiable
From all walks of life the young, the old and even the female folks trooped to various viewing centres to witness this battle of the titans…even non fanatical football fans like myself couldn’t afford to miss out on the great moments…not minding forgoing seeing my all time favourite Big Brother Africa Welcome/Reception for the Housemates; although I might have done this out of patriotism for the fatherland …

Bottom-line: Nigeria has again slimmed all its chances of qualifying for the world cup which is for the first time in the history of the competition coming to the continent in South Africa come 2010; playing a 2-2 final scores with Tunisia was nothing short of suicide

No doubt 1994 represent the pinnacle of Nigeria’s football. Not only because of the nations cup win but also it was the first time the nation qualified for the FIFA World Cup. At the global football fiesta, the Nigerian team thrilled audience with their quality of play and emerged as the second most entertaining team. Unfortunately, it has been downhill ever since.

Participation at the world cup has seen similar retrogression since that period. Despite making the second round at France’ 98, the eagles were ousted in the most disgraceful manner. At the 2002 competition, in Germany, it was a first round exit as Angola-regarded by many as minnows-orchestrated Nigeria’s ousters.

Today no doubt was the defining match…an opportunity for the team to write their names in gold…well, heroes are sought and welcomed because it is a redemption day…(this was actually my thoughts before the eventful exit of Nigeria to be part of all the fun, the excitement and the global phenomenon that has come to stay with the competition)

Well…who knows, maybe come 2014, we would have been able to get it right…and who knows…maybe cap it all by being the first Africa nation to win the world cup that’s if that feat hasn’t been achieved by nations like Ghana or even Togo in 2020.

GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL 2009

Friday 29th of May 2009 will linger in the minds of thousands of Nigerians present at the maiden edition of the Green white Green Carnival for a long time. The carnival which prides itself as the biggest modern carnival in Africa was put together by 411 Entertainment run by Akpojotor Gbemre.

Owing to the huge success of the event, the organizers are tying up plans for the GWG carnival 2010 edition with sponsorship consideration from Globacom.

Fatai Rolling Dollar, Weird MC, Morachi, Dorcas Yeboah, Morachi, MI, Banky W, DJ Zeez, Mtrill, Goldie, Felyne, African Rockstar, Klever Jay, K Solo, Black Solo, Fly Adaba, Jesse Jagzz, ID Cabasaa, Steel, Komo, Jahbless,and a host of others are some of the music superstars that graced the carnival.




KLEVER JAY AND K SOLO


MI (TWO TIME HIP HOP AWARD WINNER AND BROTHER, JESSE JAGZ AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL


FEMALE RAPPER AND ENTERTAINER PER EXCELLENCE, WEIRD MC PERFORMING AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL DEMOCRACY DAY, MAY 29.


A VIEW OF THE CROWD


GREEN BOYS ON THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL GREEN CARPET


DORCAS YEBOAH FROM GHANA SINGING HER HIT SINGLE "WURU WURU LOVE" AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL.

BLACK SOLO PERFORMONG AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL

KOMO CARRYING THE CROWD ALONG DURING HIS PERORMANCE OF HIS CONTROVERSIAL SONG 'JUNGLE DON MATURE"

FELYNE, AMERICAN BASED FEMALE RAPPER BURNING THE STAGE AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL


SEXY STEEL ON STAGE AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL

MORACHI, HAPUYA CROONER ON STAGE AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL BY 411 ENTERTAINMENT

RASQUI


STEEL AND HIS YES CREW

PAPAS AND FRIENDS

MERRY AUDIENCE

MI AND JESSE JAGZ AGAIN

OTOAYE AND HER DRUMMER BOYS AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL 2009.


YOUNG FUN SEEKERS HAVING FUN AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL BY 411 ENTERTAINMENT

COORDINATOR OF THE STREET UNIVERSITY PROJECT


DJ ZEEZ PERFORMING AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL




DIPP AND FRIENDS


DANCE GROUP, RESURRECTORS DOING THEIR THING ON STAGE




WALE OF HIP ON TV CHATTING WTH MI BACKSTAGE AT THE GREEN WHITE GREEN CARNIVAL PACKAGED BY 411 ENTERTAINMENT





The pictures are just too much...for now, this is much i can bring you guys.
Cheers!

Africa’s Original Supermodel Partners With Face of Africa

Africa’s original supermodel, Iman, stunned the world with her undeniable fame and unforgettable face. Now M-Net has announced that it will partner with the company she founded for the new season of Face of Africa as IMAN Cosmetics becomes an official partner of the iconic search.

From her head office in New York, the Somali-born superstar and CEO of IMAN Cosmetics endorsed the project in a TV promo to be screened across the continent on M-Net. In it she says, “Now is the time for you, the next generation of beautiful, talented, African women to make your mark on the modeling industry and the world. IMAN Cosmetics is proud to be associated with M-Net’s Face of Africa.”

BIG BROTHER LAUNCHES + DAVID TLALE(WINNER OF ARISE AFRICA FASHION SHOW) SHOWCASES AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK

Hey peeps...Just woke up from a long sleep...Had such am amazing time last nigth with some couple of new friends i just met...mehnnn the fun was undeniably just fun!(oyinbooo!)...

K'Place, your number 1 upward and mobile youth hangout hosted the Shayo Master (begiano) to an all exclusive birthday party yesterday...Yeah...you are wondering why you did'nt here right? Well, cos it was for just some few friends..though as usual, you had turned up the wanna be's, gate crasher's and the-i-belong folks who all just wanted to have a time out with the shato master.

It was fun...but then you know the fun never stops on a friday night? Pitch Bar(behind Zenith Bank Head Office) was another place that always, and i mean always holds its own...if you have not been there, you gotta check it out!

Finally my people...its CALANTE!
This place always rock...i dare say that its a place where you see all the the 'gbo-gbo' bigz boyz and girlz that matter's.
Its always a fun spot that anytime i have to do the friday Island thing, i don't ever wanna miss. ITS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Anyway...am abig fun of the Big Brother Reality Show and i need not ask how many of y'all love the show...its like asking who is the ugliest president Nigeria has ever had right?...ok...incase you did'nt know who won that award it....yeah right!...you are waiting to hear it abi? ameboooo!....no be my mouth you go hear am...before i will receive unawanted army officers in my abode the next morning...

...In less tha 24hour's, the show will be launched and am earnestly looking forwward to it.

Am wondering who will be making Nigeria proud...well...not to worry, i will bring you folks all the gists later...for now..One thing i know is ....

With just few hour's to go before the launch of Big Brother Africa: The Revolution, speculation is rife about where the new housemates could be flying in from.

Fans from all over the African continent will be glued to their DStv screens to finally meet the characters who are going to keep them entertained for the next 91 days.

In true Big Brother style, this year’s promises to be a rollercoaster ride that will keep viewers guessing until the winning housemate walks away with the prize.

The New Presenter


This Big Brother Africa introduces a new presenter: the spectacular Nigerian television star, IK who is ready and on stand-by for the Live Launch Show on Sunday. Find out more about IK and what he had to say about being at the helm of the BBA Revolution.

The Revamped House
A new presenter is not the only element of the Revolution. The BBA House has been transformed into a fabulous pad that blends functionality with luxury, ready for the housemates to finally move in and turn it into a home. Check out some pictures of the house here.

Where is your remote control?
The Live Launch Show will be aired at 17:00 Central African Time on Sunday, the 6th of September 2009.
Viewers can watch Big Brother Africa 24 hours a day on DStv channel 198. The daily show, live nominations and eviction shows will be broadcast on M-Net Africa (DStv channel 102). Africa Magic (DStv channel 107) will broadcast all repeats.

Beyond Television
The Revolution would not be complete if it didn’t extend to the massive Big Brother online platform. Keep your eyes peeled for interesting developments on the BBA website.

Fans, old and new, get ready because Big Brother: The Revolution is about to come alive!



David Tlale to Show His Designs at New York Fashion Week

David Tlale, winner of the Arise Africa Fashion Week Designer award, will be showcasing his designs at the New York Fashion Week in September 2009. Tlale’s designs have been lauded in South Africa and he is considered one of the premier fashion designers in South Africa and internationally.

David Tlale