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Subject:  Check out these African Pageant websites
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Author: DeDE [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:21:54 07/09/05 Sat Miss Malaika - http://www.missmalaika.co.za/ Miss Africa International - www.missafricainternational.com Miss Malaika Ghana -http://www.charterhouseghana.com/malaika/malaikapar.htm Miss Uganda -http://www.missuganda.co.ug/index.php Miss Gabon - http://www.miss-gabon.com/accueil.htm Miss Ethiopia Pageants -http://missuniverseethiopia.tripod.com/ http://missethiopiaworld.tripod.com/ Miss Ghana -http://www.gh4us.com/ Miss Angola - http://www.ebonet.net/missangola/2005/ Miss Liberia in US -http://www.luwip.org |
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Author: kemo [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:52:21 07/04/05 Mon i want you to send me miss eritrea pictures >Miss Africa International Pageant 2003 >On a cool Autumn night, in the heart of Washington, >the final contestants to the Miss Africa title >converged at the newly completed Washington Convention >Center. Parking was full, traffic was heavy and >security was tight, but the mood was energized this >Saturday night. Several types had showed up: Fashion >designers, critics, embassy representatives, news >reporters, lobbyists, Statesmen and the Washington >elite. These high profilers didn't make entry easy for >the ordinary specatator. >The pageant basically is sponsored by Miss Africa >International Organization with joint support from >well-wishers and media consortium. Their official site >has more info, but they only have small closeup >mugshots of the contestants. The three areas of >judging for this year's theme were Beauty, Brains and >Culture. Each of the final qualifiers had to >sufficiently demonstrate to a panel of judges their >ability to possess the above talents. > >As a result of the often pseudo-African contests, the >event was carefully named Miss Africa International to >make it clear of its cosmopolitan and Pan-African >nature. The entry requirements were also strict and >purposely set high to increase the level of >candidates. First in order to meet the criteria, each >candidate had to be either born in Africa or be a >direct African descendant no more than 1 generation >away. So one's claim could not go beyond parents. One >contestant told us she actually had to bring in her >passport. Then the typical swimsuit contest was done >away and a more Africanized edition of native-wear >introduced. To ensure intelligence, critical >uncensored thinking was encouraged and cultural >identity was reinforced with traditional background >music and sayings. > >Generally the event was very Africanized- from the use >of African time right to the selection or >election-like process. It seemed more of an >Apollo-style judgement at the end- with the audiences' >popular candidates getting the most scores. The >largest group of nationals were the Nigerians who made >their presence very known. And just like the typical >African elections, you couldn't help sense that there >was more at play than just what you saw. Despite the >few timing and light control flaws, the audience >-especially fellas were thrilled by the high-calibre >contestants who persuasively attempted to seduce their >minds and hearts with their charm. In the end, each >area was tested. Those who were intellectual, got a >dose of words from the likes of Miss Burundi, the >culturally attuned had a chance to critique them all >during traditional dance and talent time, while those >who were after pure raw African-defined beauty were >delighted at these girls shaking their thing like some >Lingala video enticement. Not that this was the only >form of beauty. Actually the event undisputably >catered to all three types. The GQ, Mercedes driving >professional type had his fill watching the evening >gown parade and the contestants in classy, dress >outfits; The more academic ones were given some >critical points to analyze from some candidates and >had the opportunity to see mental skill and >intellectual finesse during Q and A session; On the >other hand, those traditional types attracted to the >primitive, raw beauty form of the woman bare-foot and >near naked got a chance to behold theirs too. So in >all, you came out feeling satisfied with the variety >of views without them compromising the authenticity of >the show. Unlike mainstream shows often seen here, >none of the contestants acts were censored. After all, >that would be defeating the purpose if the African >style was watered-down to fit the conventional norms >and boy did they take advantage of that. >As for the winner, that was an entirely different >affair. You may want to think of the show as a means >in itself. Below is a walkthrough of the event you >will probably see soon on some filtered TV broadcast >near you. >If you feel strongly about a contestant, you could >participate in the unofficial vote at the end |
| Subject: Cynthia Kanema crowned Miss Universe Zambia | |
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Author: Pageant Girl [Edit] |
Date Posted: 06:55:40 05/05/05 Thu Cynthia Kanema Crowned Miss Zambia Universe 2005 24-year old Cynthia Kanema, from Kitwe, won the Miss Zambia Universe pageant and will represent her country at the Miss Universe 2005 pageant in Thailand. 1.80 m Cynthia is not new to the pageant scene: She competed in Miss World 2003, Miss International 2004, and was crowned Miss Africa International. The 1st runner-up was 22-year old Mofya Chisenga; and the 2nd runner-up was Natashya Chilfuya. 10 contestants competed in the pageant held privately at the Taj Pamodzi hotel on April 1st. Previous Zambian Contestants in Miss Universe World 1995 - Luo Tricia Punabantu awarded Miss Congeniality 1999 - Esanju Kalopa - 1st runner-up, Best National Costume |
Subject:  Cynthia Kanema to participate in Miss Universe Pageant
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Author: Pageant Girl [Edit] |
Date Posted: 06:35:15 05/05/05 Thu Occupation: CEO of Fineway Communications; Founder and Program Coordinator for SOS Africa, Zambia. Interests: My interests are in social and charity work to aid those less fortunate than me. I enjoy singing and listening to gospel music, reading, watching movies, cooking, dancing and outdoor sports. Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why? My best friend, Victor. He introduced me to an intimate relationship with God. He helped me see the potential in myself through the books he had me read and his motivational speeches. What is the most interesting or unique thing that has ever happened to you (aside from winning your title) and/or what is the most interesting thing about you? The most interesting thing that has happened to me is the realization that the helping hand I've been looking for is right at the end of my arm and that my small contributions to the people around me is God's way of answering their prayers. The most interesting thing about me is that I believe the highest peak of my past achievements is the worst of my future because to me the sky is not the limit. It is the starting point. What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal? I'm the CEO of my own company called Fineway Communications, specializing in PR and Events Management of Glamour and Glitz. I'm also the founder and program coodinator of an HIV/AIDS community awareness initiative. My ambition is to combine these two to make a difference in people's lives and the economony as a whole. Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like. I was born and raised in a small quiet town called Kabwe which is a 1 1/2 hour drive from the capital city. Our home was filled with a lot of love and happiness. The humble spirit of my parents was instilled in all of us. Being the only girl in a family of six was a challenge and still is but our family remains supportive of one another and keeps us united and alive. List any interesting or unsual jobs you may have had. Miss Zambia 2003 What is your most unusual talent? Spotting people who are in need of a listening ear without them saying anything. I exhibit an excellent listening ear and believe this is my gift to other people. |
| Subject: WE WANT THE FACE OF NIGERIA TO BE HERE | |
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Author: SEND IT AFTER THE CONTEST [Edit] |
Date Posted: 07:47:04 04/28/05 Thu THIS IS THE MOST ACCEPTED PAGEANT IN NIGERIA WE ARE PROUD OF NIGERIAN BEAUTIFUL AND INTELLIGENT LADIES BARRY J. BLACK OF NIGERIA |
Subject:  we are waiting for this wonderful show pls
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Author: barry j. black of africa [Edit] |
Date Posted: 07:19:50 04/28/05 Thu whats up nigeria, pls we are waiting for this wonderful show that will bring power to the nigerian helpless woman who needs the power of strength barry j. black africa |
Subject:  Miss Sierra Leone Pageant
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Author: Check it out!! [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:56:50 03/27/05 Sun Miss Sierra Leone USA Pageant  Celebrating the beauty of Sierra Leonean Women http://www.awos.org/pageant.htm African Women of Substance would like to welcome you to our Miss Sierra Leone USA 2004 pageant. This pageant was created for young ladies wanting to showcase the rich heritage, infinite intelligence and breathtaking beauty of the Sierra Leonean community. Contestants and winners of Miss Sierra Leone USA help serve as strong, female role models as we work to rebuild our community and unite our people. The Miss Sierra Leone USA is not just about crowns and prizes, but discovering inner beauty and grace. The pageant brings to the forefront the splendor of our country and reinforces why we will never give up on the fight to make our nation reach its true potential. Now it is your chance to be a part of history in the making!!! Being a contestant in Miss Sierra Leone USA is a chance to help reveal the beauty of Sierra Leone and the elegance of the Sierra Leonean woman. Contestants of Miss Sierra Leone USA exemplify beauty, style and grace and have used this opportunity to become active member of the Sierra Leonean community. In addition, contestants have an opportunity to bond with young women with similar goals and aspirations and many lifelong friendships have been created. Now, imagine your name being announced and a crown being placed on your head as the new Miss Sierra Leone USA. Join us for an incredible night by apply today. Let your preparation begin NOW And remember, you don’t have to win, to be a winner. Requirements All potential contestants must meet the following requirements: • Sierra Leonean descent • Eighteen (18) years or older • High School Graduate All accepted contestants will need the following: • Traditional Attire • Lappa • Swimsuit • Evening Wear All accepted contestants will have to meet the following obligation: • Attend the pre-pageant dinner • Attend rehearsal • Sell ten (10) tickets |
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Subject: Miss Uganda International Will Perform at Mayorga Coffee Factory on Friday, April 22
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Author: Great Job Monica! [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:49:57 03/27/05 Sun  Monica Ssali has several musical awards under her belt and has already begun to build her own following. Miss Uganda International, Monica Ssali Miss Uganda International, Monica Ssali, will be featured at Mayorga Coffee Factory in Silverspring, Maryland on Friday, April 22, as lead singer of Higher Vibes, one of D.C.'s most- promising bands. The Ugandan singing beauty aroused charm and adoration on November 13 as she won the hearts of the audience of the Miss Africa International pageant with her smooth, expressive singing. Incidentally, Sean "P. Diddy" Combs' Vice President for Marketing, Emmet Dennis, and Ken Mabaye, then a director at Sony BMG Music Entertainment, were in the audience that night, one of them even judging the pageant! Her winning personality prompted her fellow contestants to vote her "Miss Congeniality." No overnight success, Monica is a source of inspiration to parishioners of Jesus House on Sundays with her soulful singing. With the artistic and intellectual trademarks of Miss Africa Interanational delegates, Monica leads a life of achievement: a leader in the music ministry, designer of formal wear, writer, musician and professional vocalist. With several musical awards under her belt, Monica has already begun to build her own following. The world will hear of her for years to come. Recent activities of the Miss Africa International delegates include a promotional for Universal Color Cosmetics at Union Station in D.C. and the Africa Business Conference at Harvard University, where Miss Ghana International 2005 hosted the fashion show. Visit our website regularly to find out what the Miss Africa International delegates are doing to show the world that Africa is indeed beautiful. The Miss Africa International pageant was created to establish a renewed interest in Africa by promoting its beauty and culture. In the ensuing year, delegates are encouraged to inspire a renewed global interest in Africa by working with internationally recognized charity organizations and making public appearances. Our Chief Sponsor is Salif Keita, and this year's host country is the Republic of Mali. |
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Subject: Cynthia Kanema
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Author: Miss Africa joins the Lesson for Life [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:38:13 03/27/05 Sun Miss Africa joins the Lesson for Life Fifty children including orphans with disabilities participated in the celebrations marking the Lesson for Life that involved 100,000 children in Zambia on World AIDS Day. Miss Africa and Zambia, Cynthia Kanema, as well as the Deputy Minister also participated. Fifty children including orphans with disabilities participated in a celebration marking the Lesson for Life that involved 100,000 children in Zambia on World AIDS Day. Miss Zambia, Cynthia Kanema recently crowned, as Miss Africa International was the celebrity at the event with the Guest of honor being the Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, Mrs. Rose Banda. The children presented poems, drama and took part in a Lesson for Life exercise, which involved writing Good News letters on their vision of an AIDS-free country. The event was covered by three national dailies and a television crew. In Zambia, the Lesson for Life has drawn thousands of children from all provinces through non-governmental organizations such as World Vision, Plan, Zambia Civic Education Association (ZCEA), Zambia Open Community Schools (ZOCS) for Lusaka schools, Zambia Community Schools Secretariat (ZCSS) covering the country, Children in Need (CHIN), Forum for African Women Educationalists Zambia (FAWEZA), Jesus Cares Ministries, Christian Alliance for Children, Cheshire Homes, Christian Children’s Fund (CCF), Youth Alive, and UNICEF. A number of other local NGOs are still voluntarily stepping in to participate. Vice-President Lupando Mwape has commended the efforts of the National Coalition for the Global Movement for Children mobilizing more than 50,000 children across the country to participate in the ‘Lesson for Life’. He said the Government would give the necessary support to organizations promoting the participation of children in national development particularly in the fight against HIV/AIDS. 'The Government and the country faces a daunting task to reverse the ravages of HIV/AIDS in the different sectors of our country.' He said Government was aware of the challenges that children faced in Zambia. The phenomenon of child poverty had given Government a serious challenge to mitigate the impacts of poverty arising mostly from AIDS deaths and unemployment. 'There are many children facing depravation in the areas of health, nutrition, education, shelter including emotional and psychological depravation. The Government is doing every thing possible to address the situation of children and I would like to acknowledge the important role that has been played by non-governmental organizations in supplementing the efforts of Government.' GMC Zambia Chairman Martin Silutongwe, expressed concern that children were hard hit by the pandemic, which had made many orphans out of them. 'Deaths largely in the reproductive age group means that children lose their parents/ guardians every day to AIDS at a time in their lives when they need parental support and guidance most. The HIV/AIDS epidemic gets a human face when its human toll is not taken as statistics but as parents, brothers, sisters and daughters and sons who are beloved family members.' Since the beginning of the epidemic, 650,000 children in Zambia had lost their mothers, fathers or both parents to the disease and projections indicate that by 2009, a total of 895,000 children will have been orphaned by AIDS. The true number of cumulative AIDS cases in Zambia is not well known but according to projection models the total was more than 60,000 by the end of 1998. Over 70,000 people a year contract the virus and between 90,000 and 100,000 persons develop full-blown AIDS each year. The impact of HIV/AIDS epidemic apart from wreaking havoc with lives of children had also paralyzed domestic or household economies with some children expected to contribute to the family budget on a daily basis. Poverty and family disintegration due to HIVAIDS deaths had created a class of children growing up either on their own as a household or on the street. 'Children migrate to the streets to live permanently or to work and return home. This has led to terms such as children in the street and children of the street. Children in the street are those who eat, work and spend the day on the street but have a home to return to at the end of the day. Children of the street work, eat, live and sleep on the street and may have no home to return to.' Another negative impact of orphanhood was that children lost much of their rights.'A growing number of orphans are suffering from loss of health care, schooling, inheritance. They suffer homelessness, vagrancy, starvation and exposure to HIV infections particularly among girl children as they engage in survival sex to make a living. The family disintegration that goes with orphaning is particularly harsh on children with disabilities who may need assistance to get from place to place or special care.' He explained that the GMC was a world wide movement of organizations and people including children uniting to build a world fit for children. It came into being about five years ago when a number of agencies came together to announce their commitment to building a Global Movement for Children with the aim of drawing all those who believe that rights of children must be a first priority. 'The Global Movement for Children (GMC) would like to highlight the participation of children as one of the important aspects in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The Global Movement for children has launched a world campaign on orphans and vulnerable children, HIV and AIDS. The campaign goal of the GMC is to mobilize people and political will to protect the rights and ensure the wellbeing of children affected by HIV/AIDS. One of the campaign objectives is to boost the level of understanding on HIV/AIDS and on the situation of Orphans and vulnerable children amongst children and young people thus promoting solidarity and awareness.' Acknowledging the effective cooperation among Government and civil society in tackling HIV/AIDS, he noted that various bodies had worked together consistently. Ms Temba commended World Vision and GMC partners for their intense efforts in ensuring that the Movement continues to surge forward. It was the shared vision that united all parties 'and the realization that no single organization can realize this vision alone.' Of the 12 million children globally who had lost at least one parent to the pandemic, Zambia is estimated to have contributed more than half a million.'All have suffered losing a parent to AIDS and growing up in circumstances without the support and care of their immediate family. HIV/AIDS is not just separating families; it has disproportionately affected the young and has continued to deliver a crushing blow to the next generation.' 'In Zambia, as in much of the developing world, HIV/AIDS has severely affected sectors that were achieving results for children, thus unraveling decades of painstaking progress and investment.' Miss Zambia, also Miss Africa International, told the gathering that the display of talent she had seen was 'just amazing.' She pledged to commit herself to helping children during and after her reign. Hailing GMC partners for a successful and eye-opening event, Miss Zambia whose real name is Cynthia Kanema, told the children: 'We will stand by you. We know it is a difficult world out there but we will hold your hand and stand by you.' |
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Subject: Miss Liberia in the US
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Author: Nice Picture [Edit] |
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Subject: Miss Liberia in the United States
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Author: Check out this pageant site. [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:12:22 03/27/05 Sun http://www.luwip.org/ WHO WE ARE The Liberian United Women in Progress (LUWIP) was founded in 2000 by a group of strong and promising Liberian women who share a passion for promoting and supporting young Liberian women. LUWIP is a not-for-profit and non-political organization that has maintained a tradition for the past three years of empowering Liberian women to achieve their personal and professional goals, while providing a forum for them to express their opinions, talents, and intelligence. LUWIP is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. OUR MISSION Our mission is to raise funds for the purchase of life’s basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, and medicine for our unfortunate loved ones. We also strive to promote the awareness to other international organizations of the plight of our people. More so, LUWIP serves as a beacon to promote moral values by encouraging women to pursue education, self-empowerment, and improving their standard of living. Edith Wilson @ 610-986-1077 - Edith_Walters@cable.comcast.com Agnes Donaldson @ 610-931-3819 –saysaw@yahoo.com Mai Stevens @ 267-226-9627- Maistevens@yahoo.com Evita Gwyan @610-529-2177 - egwyan@yahoo.com Christine Maycole @ 302-379-9900 - clm@maycoleandco.com Luwip_USA@yahoo.com |
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Subject: Miss Zimbabwe Pageant
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Author: Check out this pageant. It is a great site! [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:10:43 03/27/05 Sun http://www.faceofzimbabwe.com/ lt is my pleasure to extend a warm greeting to each and everyone of you visiting our website. Face of Zim was inaugurated in December of 2003 in an effort for it to serve as a platform to promote and show the ability of beauty pageants to demonstrate that daughters of a particular nation are: 1) Dynamic 2) Beautiful 3) Talented 4) Goal oriented and are aware of issues going on in today ‘s world and they can serve as advocates for change especially in the lives of those stricken by the aids pandemic mainly in Africa. To celebrate beauty in all it’s manifestations as reflected in the beauty of an African woman there is no swimsuit contest in this pageant, neither is height a limiting factor. Above all FOZ seeks to pave a way of uniting all Zimbabweans living abroad and enable us to give back to our beloved land of milk and honey, for no man becomes rich unless he enriches others. Let us realize that the privilege to work is a gift,that power to work is a blessing,that love of work is success. Many times we do not realize the importance of our ability to work and contribute until we lose it. ln conclusion Do not stand on the sidelines of life criticizing the performance of others. Get into the game,life can be a great adventure, but only if you make it one. Welcome Aboard. Our Mission The face of Zimbabwe beauty pageant aims to promote the beauty of the daughters of African heritage as well as to share their beautiful culture with the whole wide world and inspire a renewed interest in our motherland. The pageant also aims to pave a way not only for Zimbabweans but anyone with an interest in Africa to turn brain drain into a gain, to pay homage to her and advocate for change mainly in the lives of those stricken by the aids pandemic in our nation. About the Pageant The pageant is scheduled for Saturday July 3rd 2004 at the magnificent Neotropolis Theater in the heart of Dallas, Texas. 1130 W Trinity Mills Road Carrolton, TX 75007 Elevating african style and beauty to greater heights, this is going to be a star studded night whose formula of success is a combination of incredible talent from artists, fashion designers, chereographers aspiring models who will all inters pace the night with entertainment. If you are talented in music or dance please contact us on how you can volunteer to be a host or hostess on this special day. Contestants will be judged in the following categories 1) Traditional African attire 2) Evening wear 3) Talent presentation 4) Stage interview with the judges. |
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Author: bluebone [Edit] |
Date Posted: 00:28:48 03/20/05 Sun Hi i want to know if u can be part of this year FACE Of NIGERIA beauty pageant show coming up on the 30th of april 2005 i have been following ur stories for more information concerning the show u can call 2348033748588, or visit our website;www.motherland-ventures.com thanks bluebone |
| Subject: Re: Miss Eritrea International-Lia Berhane | |
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Author: Andrew [Edit] |
Date Posted: 02:07:52 03/16/05 Wed >Hey, Lia is really beautifull. What happened to her? The last time I saw her was on Mnet face of Africa 2001, where she qualified for the Ford Supermodel of the year compe, after that I haven't heard of her since. Does she have a fan club or something? If so I'd like to join it. Dru. >s/LiaBerhane.jpg> > >2001 faces of Africa Model Finalist |
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Author: kemi [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:06:31 03/01/05 Tue > >She is beautiful! Who is this??? |
| Subject: Re: Miss Africa International 2004-Adenike Taiwo Ariyo | |
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Author: FN [Edit] |
Date Posted: 09:54:08 01/07/05 Fri You are the best. |
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Subject: Miss Eritrea International-Lia Berhane
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:48:27 12/31/04 Fri  2001 faces of Africa Model Finalist |
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Subject: Does anyone have a picture of Ms DRC's Gown?
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Author: DeDe [Edit] |
Date Posted: 20:31:19 12/07/04 Tue Everyone keeps talking about Ms DRC's gown. Please post the picture on the site. |
Subject:  Re: Please be aware
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Author: Olu [Edit] |
Date Posted: 13:28:11 12/02/04 Thu sorry but I just had to write in. To Jackie from GA, who ever you really are-SHAME ON YOU! You need to ask your self what is your motivation. If its to improve the conditions of the pageant as you say, then the right way to do so would be to talk to Miss Dunbar and share your "complaints" one on one! NOT to post some annonymous nasty message on the internet for the whole world to see. Alas, if your whole purpose is to be mean spirited, vindictive, and classless I guess you did what you had to do. From what I understand the contestants stayed at the Marriot on Connecticutt Ave, for those of you who don't know DC- that is one NICE hotel! And expensive if I might add! 5 girls to a room is no big deal when there are two queen size beds to a room along with a roll out bed (I called to verify that info). And if you had to rehearse 5-6 hours a day, that is because this was a competition NOT a vacation! I checked the credit's, Miss Dunbar is the executive director, someone in that position doesn't have time to be your "big sister" that is precisely why there were volunteer organizers to help where Miss Dunbar simply would not be able to help. I can't speak on her alleged "bad" behavior but I repeat if she really was so rude and awefull take it up with her personally! We aren't interested in your personal gripes! We, the African community, are interested in promoting positive images of our youth and we should collectively help make this project the best event to hit the pageant scene yet! WE NEED TO STOP DESTROYING OUR OWN!!! Congrats on a job well done to everyone involved and I hope to see a bigger and better show next year! |
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Author: M. Njola [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:54:26 12/02/04 Thu If you feel so strongly about your views of the pageant...why are you not stating your real name and what country you represent? (I looked through the program there is no Jackie) Perhaps it is because you know that your approach in handling your issues is less than gracious and that your objectives are more vindictive than in the spirit of making this pageant a better experience for years to come! I've been reading the other contestants responses and they all seem to be walking away from this experience w/ a more positive perspective. Perhaps you entered for the wrong reasons and that is why you are so disappointed. What ever the underlying motive...as an African, as an elder, and as an outsider looking in, I was pleased with the attempt made this year, its a new production so the only direction to go is up! Keep up the good work, and to the director- do what you have to to make the next years program the best yet! And a final word of council, to the disappointed contestants if you have issues take them up behind closed doors! Don't proclaim your anger for the public to see, that does nothing but stir up trouble and contention...be dignified young ladies and address your issues in the proper forum with courtesy and respect. Blessings |
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Subject: Chief Opral Benson Thanks Miss Africa International
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Author: Update [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:28:42 12/02/04 Thu  Chief Opral Benson (far left), wife of First Republic Minister Chief T.O.S. Benson of Nigeria, thanks Ambassador Abdoulaye Diop of Mali, guests and Miss Africa contestants for their support of her foundation. The Miss Africa International Pageant was held on Friday, November 12th at the Embassy of the Republic of Mali |
Subject:  Please be aware
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Author: Pageant Contestants comments [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:14:52 12/02/04 Thu I just wanted to congratulate all my fellow contestants and say that you all did a great job. I was really proud of everyone. Speaking as a contestant myself, I wouldn't say that the experience was fun. Like I said it was an experience that we will all remember and not necessarely in a good way. For future shows, Ellen please learn how to consider other people's feelings especially the contestants because without them, you wouldn't have a show. And one more thing, it wouldn't hurt you to pick up a book or two on how to organize beauty pageants. I think that may be your heart was in the right direction, but your actions spoke way louder than your words. You were supposed to be like a sister to us, but instead you played the role of a mean and money hungry step-mother. It was so funny how you were trying to be seo polite any time someone important was around you, but as soon as that person left, you were back to being your normal self. Please next time, make the experience fun for the contestants, and this time when you promise them something, please do it. Up to now, most of us still don't know what you did with the $ 500 that each contestant had to pay (our hair and nails were not done, and we ate fast food, and not to mention that we had to sleep at five people in one room), so I ask you again, what happened to the money? Please don't take this personnally because we didn't take it personnally when you were working us 5 to 6 hours a day while we were starving, and having us running around in the cold. Keep working on the pageant, but learn first from the mistakes in the past. I know that it wasn't an easy job, and if you think that it is too hard, stop because no one will blame you. Whatever you do, just do it right or don't do it at all. Jackie Atlanta, GA USA |
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Author: gladys [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:22:36 12/01/04 Wed keep it up girls you are representing africa and showing the world that africa has talent, one day they will come to us for advice about fashion. |
| Subject: Miss Mozambique International Loide Rosa Jorge- First Runner Up | |
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Date Posted: 04:58:54 11/30/04 Tue   |
| Subject: Miss Mozambique: Loide Jorge | |
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Author: Wale [Edit] |
Date Posted: 07:10:46 11/29/04 Mon Congratulations to you dear Loide. Your talent, grace and beauty always shine through, I had no doubt whatsoever that you would do well. Keep on keeping on the good work. God Bless dear, 'Wale |
| Subject: Miss Mozambique International Loide Rosa Jorge- First Runner Up | |
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Author: Sumni [Edit] |
Date Posted: 23:06:05 11/28/04 Sun Congratulations Loide and congrats to all the other African Princesses that participated in this event!!!   |
| Subject: Re: Kanema crowned Miss Africa International | |
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Author: a visitor [Edit] |
Date Posted: 22:32:53 11/28/04 Sun This makes me proud to be an African!! |
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Subject: Re: Congrats Cynthia
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Author: loide Jorge-Miss Mozambique International [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:48:06 11/28/04 Sun Cynthia, Congrats to you my dear. You deserve this title your grace and humility are what really make your beauty shine! You are the perfect selection for the crown! May God bless your efforts and goals that you have set out to accomplish! It was a pleasure getting to know you and I hope to be seeing you soon enough in January. And to all the other ladies, let us work to dispell all the negative comments and gripes about the pageant. We worked hard for that night and inspite of there being one crown to go around we are all queens...and we still have our humanitarion projects to focus on! Much love to you all, Loide |
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Subject: Re: Congrats Cynthia
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Author: New to site [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:13:28 11/28/04 Sun  She is beautiful! |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:57:14 11/28/04 Sun I have been given a wonderful platform - Cynthia  By Augustine Mukoka I have been given a wonderful platform, says Miss Africa International beauty pageant winner Cynthia Kanema. Speaking on arrival from the United States of America where she won the continental crown, the reigning Miss Zambia queen says the award had given her a wider view to breakthrough the modeling world. “It meant a lot for me to win the crown. It was a wonderful event that gives me a wonderful platform in this industry,” she says.  Cynthia says she was proud to represent Zambia at an adorable level. “It made me realise that even in humility you have to show people what you are capable of doing,” she adds. Cynthia says in the talent segment of the competition, she came up with a poetic explanation of the features on the Zambian flag. She says despite the problems Zambia faces, she explained how the symbol of an eagle on the flag reminds Zambians on their abilities to be above their challenges. Cynthia praises God for helping her win the cherished beauty award. “I have been blessed with an intelligent mind. There were a lot of other contestants with better qualifications than me but I am glad I managed to win,” she says. Cynthia was grateful for the support she received from the Zambian community in Washington and as part of her winning package, the Zambian beauty ambassador will be back in the USA in January. During this visit, Cynthia will have an opportunity to tour one of the world’s largest film industry towns, Hollywood. “For now, I am now working with a number of organisations in relation to the fight against HIV and AIDS,” she adds. Winning Miss Africa International will also enhance Cynthia’s brainchild idea of promoting cultural exchange programmes among beauty queens. “This time it will be bigger and better. At least we have learnt from the past experience and we are meeting more people to help make this event attractive,” she said. Cynthia arrived on Tuesday morning about 10 minutes to 07:00 and Big Brother Africa reality show winner Cherise Makubale was at hand to welcome the stunning beauty. And newly crowned Model of the World Africa beauty queen Lonah Shawa is eyeing the prestigious Nokia Face of Africa title. In an interview shortly after she returned from China where she won the latest crown, Lonah says an African crown would add a lot of value to her modelling career. “I now want to give Face of Africa a shot. I have really looked forward to this and I hope I can make it,” she says. Lonah says although she was considering a number of offers that are coming up, her prime target was to take part in the Face of Africa competition slated for South Africa next year. She expresses gratitude at the support given to her before and after the Model of the World beauty pageant. Lonah says she was overwhelmed with the reception which she received when she arrived last Saturday afternoon. “I didn’t expect such a welcome. I am so grateful to the people that came to the airport,” he adds. Lonah says the achievement was massive and added a lot of meaning to her modelling career. |
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Author: Administrator [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:32:16 11/27/04 Sat To post a pic please type "<", then type in the properties of the photo which should have the images as well as end in jpg, next you will type ">". Please email me if you have any problems at unoffmissafr@yahoo.com |
| Subject: Kanema crowned Miss Africa International | |
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Author: From Zamnet [Edit] |
Date Posted: 17:36:01 11/27/04 Sat Kanema crowned Miss Africa International REIGNING Miss Zambia Cynthia Kanema has been crowned Miss Africa International at a beauty contest held at the Lincoln Theatre in Washington at the weekend. And Miss Tourism World Zambia contestant, Lonah Shawa has been crowned Model of The World Africa beauty queen in China. In a telephone interview shortly after her triumph, Cynthia said she owed her crown to the Zambian people for the support rendered to her since she emerged on the modelling scene. “I feel so happy about this. It is all because of the support of the Zambian people that I managed to win,” she said. “To me, I take it as a challenge and an honour to represent the country at this level.” Cynthia said she could not believe she had been crowned queen of Miss Africa International beauty pageant that attracted 21 other contestants. She said competition was stiff at the contest and to emerge winner was a desirable thing all the African beauty queens looked forward to. Apart from the crown, Cynthia was also given the Spirit Award. “Up to now, I feel like I am dreaming this came my way. It is really something big for me and my country,” she said. Cynthia said the Spirit Award was given to a contestant identified to have believed and showed passion in the pageant.  Miss Mozambique, Loide Jorge was crowned first princess while Miss Burundi Solange was second princess. Other countries that made it to the top five brackets are Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Cynthia was early this year crowned first Princess at the Miss Malaika beauty pageant held in South Africa. Meanwhile, Lonah who emerged fifth in the Model of The World also received the Best Body Award in the world. Miss Tourism World Zambia national director Caroline Makasa confirmed Lonah’s achievement in China on Sunday evening. “This is something good for us as a country. Cynthia has also done it in the USA and here we are with Lonah,” she said.  Lonah finished behind beauty queens from Thailand, Ukraine, China and Poland to see Zambia assume fifth place at the contest. |
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Author: Ana Zumbinye [Edit] |
Date Posted: 17:36:01 11/27/04 Sat congrats Cythia!!! You are beautiful!!! |
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Author: Ibrahim Dabo [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:16:32 11/26/04 Fri Africa is indeed a continent rich in natural talent. I am glad to see young and ambitious young people coming together to showcase their talents. It is also good thing to learn about your plans in contributing to the development of our beloved "Africa." Congrats to all those who participated in the Miss Africa pageant especially to my dear sister Miatta Dabo representing Sierra Leone. Really proud of you. Thanks... Ibrahim www.idabo.20m.com |
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Author: Future Contestant [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:42:15 11/25/04 Thu does anyone know when next year's pageant will be? I want to participate. also does anyone have any tips on competing in pageants? |
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Author: Miss Uganda International 2004/2005 [Edit] |
Date Posted: 07:47:01 11/22/04 Mon >Life is a series of battles, you must choose yours wisely. Before entering the pageant make sure that you are doing it for the right reasons, otherwise you will find yourself complaining and irritated because you didn't get what you wanted. The experience is such that regardless of what you win or do not win you must view it all as an experience to better yourself. There can only be one Miss Africa International each year. If its not you, who are you going to be? What are you going to do with your life, because the next day you have to move on. Use what you have to make your place in this world. My darling friend Cynthia is a caring, humble, beautiful well spoken person she made those characteristics work for her and as a result won a crown. Prepare yourself for the best and worst and then just have fun! That is my advice to you. |
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Author: miatta dabo [Edit] |
Date Posted: 08:03:04 11/22/04 Mon you can contact the elders at missafricainternational.com and i'm sure they'll answer all your questions. Good luck!!! |
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Author: dewunmi kasali [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:42:15 11/25/04 Thu >does anyone know when next year's pageant will be? I >want to participate. also does anyone have any tips on >competing in pageants? I believe the pageant would hold same time next year,the only tip I can give is for you to have a competitive spirit! I was at the show though not as a contestant,I enjoyed my self all the same.. The contestants were great and the organization fabulous! |
| Subject: Miatta Dabo-Miss Sierra Leone International | |
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Author: De De [Edit] |
Date Posted: 20:20:09 11/22/04 Mon  I am a 28 year old attorney, accountant, writer and model, with a love for fashion and traveling and a zest for dancing, drumming and embracing life to the fullest. I was born and raised at Fourah Bay College, in Freetown, Sierra Leone. I graduated from Morgan State University in 1997 with a BSc in Accounting and a minor in French. I graduated from Morgan State University in 1998 with an MBA and graduated from the University of Baltimore Law School in 2001 with a Law Degree concentrating in Business, Criminal and Intellectual Property Law. The most important people in my life are God and my family. My passion in life is to be an advocate for those who need help. HOMETOWN: Freetown, Sierra Leone HEIGHT: 5 Ft. 8 in. LANGUAGES: English, Krio, Mende, French . PLATFORM: Advocacy for a Partnership to showcase the Beauty of Africa ACTIVITIES: (1) Advocate - Amnesty International; (2) Children International; (3) Feed-the-Children; (4) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program; (5) Tenant Advocate - Public Justice Center; (6) Lawyers Against Hunger Campaign; (7) Co-wrote the North Dakota 2004 Election Campaign Voting Manual; (8)Editor-In-Chief; University of Baltimore Intellectual Property Law Journal; (9) Member, University of Baltimore Law Review; (10) Teaching Assistant-Criminal Law &-Evidence; (11) Teaching Assistant - Accounting & Finance; (12) Equality NOW (13) International Campaign to Ban Landmines; (14) African Women of Substance; (15)National Association of Black Accountants AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS: (A) Published - Recent Development, Fair Use Doctrine: When is Copyright Infringement A Parody? 7 University of Baltimore Intellectual Property Law Journal; (B) Honor Societies (1) Heuisler Law Honor Society; (2) Law School Award for Outstanding Leadership, Scholarship & Service; (3) Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society; (4) Alpha Mu Gamma Foreign Language Honor Society; (5) Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society; (6) Golden Key Honor Society, (7) First National Bank of Maryland Award; (8) Mount Royal Scholar Award . SPORTS:.Running,Yoga,Pilates FAMILY:Father - Professor Sillaty Kemoh Dabo - Deceased; Mother - Badiatu Dabo; Brother - Ishmael Sillaty Kemoh Dabo; Brother - Ibrahim Saidu Dabo AMBITION: (1) To provide a medium for affordable and quality education for children in Africa; and (2) Provide business loans for women in Africa; and (3) To provide an effective Safe Sex Anti-Aids Program in Africa BRAGGING ABOUT ONES COUNTRY: Most bountiful country in Africa |
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Author: loide Jorge-Miss Mozambique International [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:31:07 11/21/04 Sun Miatta, You are beautiful!!! you are my inspiration girl! You are actually doing it...you are not just talk!!! I'm proud of you and glad to have met you! much love to you! |
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Author: Miatta Dabo [Edit] |
Date Posted: 07:59:45 11/22/04 Mon >Thanks for your message sweetie. I love you too and i am glad to have met you and all the other young ladies. I am happy and proud to be part of a wonderful group of young women with a vision and working plan for the growth and development of our respective African countries. I hope that young women entering future pageants will work toward a goal (whether they win or lose) of improving the lives of the impoverished all over the continent. AFrica is a rough diamond waiting to be shaped. Let us cut it and send it off to shine and show its radiant beauty. thank you and God bless us all. |
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Author: loide Jorge-Miss Mozambique International [Edit] |
Date Posted: 20:20:09 11/22/04 Mon Yes...this was a great group of women! I honestly think the ladies I met made this whole experience that much more worth it, may God continue to bless all of you! |
| Subject: Miss Mozambique International Loide Rosa Jorge- First Runner Up | |
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Author: Sumni [Edit] |
Date Posted: 20:07:13 11/22/04 Mon HOMETOWN: she was born in Ambilly, France / her family is from Quelimane, Mozambique (Father is from Pexixe, Guineau Bissau) HEIGHT: 5’3 LANGUAGES: English, Portuguese HUMANITARIAN INTEREST: Loide's humanitarian interests include wanting to help combat the spread of AIDS on the continent through prevention- specifically assisting in protecting the primary care health worker from contracting the disease themselves-by helping them gain access to latex gloves (per request by the Queen of Swaziland) ACTIVITIES: Loide is currently a 2nd year law school student at American University in Washington D.C., she is a Volunteer High school instructor teaching the fundamentals of law to inner city youth in D.C. with "Street Law", she works as a part time legal aid at Immigration Capital Law firm in Virginia, and per diem as a Medical Technologist in the Special Immunology/Hematology sections of the laboratry at Children's National Medical Center in D.C. In addition to her academic and career pursuits Loide has been writing and singing her own music since grade school. She has sung in church, in musicals, in various vocal competitons as well as with a local afro-cuban jazz band. She is also an avid lover of the arts (music, literature and film) AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS: She earned a Bachelors of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences in 2000 from Andrews University in Michigan. During undergrad she was on the Deans lists, she received an “Outstanding Achievement in Leadership Award” as co-founder and president of the campus Debate club, and she was a “President’s Student Ambassador”. Since earning her B.S. she has been a volunteer w/ Catholic Legal Immigration Services, and has tutored at Takoma Park Middle school SPORTS: Soccer (forward position) AMBITION: Loide has stated that her ultimate objective is to work as a legal Liaison between Developing firms in the US and African countries (with a particular interest in- but not limited to- Lusaphone countries). Her specific interests are to be able to implement preventative health initiatives in these countries via proper diet, adequate vaccinations, basic health/nutrition education as well as the distribution of inexpensive medication for AIDS victims. Loide has stated that "as a lawyer I would use my JD to function as the legal intermediary between the US developing firms that promote these objectives and the individual African countries." Loide has stated the following to the question WHY Are YOU PARTICIPATING IN MISS AFRICA INTL PAGEANT To beable to participate in Miss Africa International 2004 would be a great honor and privilege. This pageant will give me the invaluable opportunity to maximize the resources and connections that would be available to the delegates for the benefit of our local and international communities. I consider it to be a blessing any time we are given the chance to make a difference in peoples lives, I've had a long standing interest in helping Africa but have never had the privelege of being able to contribute in a forum such as this. I am participating in this pageant because I want to begin giving back to the continent my parents left in their youth. Where they came from made me who I am today and it would be a shame if I didn't reach back "home" to help someone else have the chances I've been blessed with. BRAGGING ABOUT MY COUNTRY: Mozambique boasts in having the longest stretch of unadulterated beaches in all of Africa, 2600 km of paradise! Mozambique is the land that the sea, sunset and smiles will be sure to steal your heart! |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 11:44:07 11/21/04 Sun Thanks Sumni for the info. Were you able to go to the pageant? We would love your input! >HOMETOWN: she was born in Ambilly, France / her >family is from Quelimane, Mozambique (Father is from >Pexixe, Guineau Bissau) >HEIGHT: 5’3 >LANGUAGES: English, Portuguese >HUMANITARIAN INTEREST: Loide's humanitarian interests >include wanting to help combat the spread of AIDS on >the continent through prevention- specifically >assisting in protecting the primary care health worker >from contracting the disease themselves-by helping >them gain access to latex gloves (per request by the >Queen of Swaziland) >ACTIVITIES: Loide is currently a 2nd year law school >student at American University in Washington D.C., she >is a Volunteer High school instructor teaching the >fundamentals of law to inner city youth in D.C. with >"Street Law", she works as a part time legal aid at >Immigration Capital Law firm in Virginia, and per diem >as a Medical Technologist in the Special >Immunology/Hematology sections of the laboratry at >Children's National Medical Center in D.C. >In addition to her academic and career pursuits Loide >has been writing and singing her own music since grade >school. She has sung in church, in musicals, in >various vocal competitons as well as with a local >afro-cuban jazz band. She is also an avid lover of the >arts (music, literature and film) >AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS: She earned a Bachelors of >Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences in 2000 from >Andrews University in Michigan. During undergrad she >was on the Deans lists, she received an “Outstanding >Achievement in Leadership Award” as co-founder and >president of the campus Debate club, and she was a >“President’s Student Ambassador”. >Since earning her B.S. she has been a volunteer w/ >Catholic Legal Immigration Services, and has tutored >at Takoma Park Middle school >SPORTS: Soccer (forward position) >AMBITION: Loide has stated that her ultimate objective >is to work as a legal Liaison between Developing firms >in the US and African countries (with a particular >interest in- but not limited to- Lusaphone countries). >Her specific interests are to be able to implement >preventative health initiatives in these countries via >proper diet, adequate vaccinations, basic >health/nutrition education as well as the distribution >of inexpensive medication for AIDS victims. Loide has >stated that "as a lawyer I would use my JD to function >as the legal intermediary between the US developing >firms that promote these objectives and the individual >African countries." > >Loide has stated the following to the question WHY Are >YOU PARTICIPATING IN MISS AFRICA INTL PAGEANT >To beable to participate in Miss Africa International >2004 would be a great honor and privilege. This >pageant will give me the invaluable opportunity to >maximize the resources and connections that would be >available to the delegates for the benefit of our >local and international communities. I consider it to >be a blessing any time we are given the chance to make >a difference in peoples lives, I've had a long >standing interest in helping Africa but have never had >the privelege of being able to contribute in a forum >such as this. I am participating in this pageant >because I want to begin giving back to the continent >my parents left in their youth. Where they came from >made me who I am today and it would be a shame if I >didn't reach back "home" to help someone else have the >chances I've been blessed with. > >BRAGGING ABOUT MY COUNTRY: Mozambique boasts in having >the longest stretch of unadulterated beaches in all of >Africa, 2600 km of paradise! >Mozambique is the land that the sea, sunset and smiles >will be sure to steal your heart! |
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Author: Sumni [Edit] |
Date Posted: 13:00:43 11/21/04 Sun I did attend the pageant. I think many of the previous comments echo my sentiments. The organization was lacking and that resulted in a poor display of professionalism. However, I think in light of the newness of the pageant -all is NOT lost!! I would encourage all the people w/ rude and negative comments to re-consider what their true objectives are...if it is truly to encourage the director and organizors to do better next year, then internet bashing is a shameless way of attaining that objective. Positive constructive criticism is a more workable solution NOT rude commentaries that do nothing more than create devisiveness!! I think those in charge should restrategies and come up with a working alternative that will make next years program trully shine. are there any additional pics of Miss Mozambique? |
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Author: De De [Edit] |
Date Posted: 13:10:52 11/21/04 Sun We are trying to get more pics of her. If have some please post!!! Thanks for your input. Your comments are valid!! |
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Author: loide Jorge [Edit] |
Date Posted: 20:07:13 11/22/04 Mon |
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Author: loide Jorge [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:00:46 11/21/04 Sun Hello everyone, I pray that all are reviewing this message board in good health and spirits! I just wanted to ad my family information to this post Father:Dr.Fernando Jorge (deceased) Mother: Dr.Flavia da Cunha Jorge-forensic psychologist for the state of California Sister: Melinda Ada Jorge (sophomore at Southwestern Univ.) ciao and God bless!! Loide |
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Author: Pageant Girl [Edit] |
Date Posted: 09:46:04 11/22/04 Mon I have some questions for the contestants. But, first of all I want you all to know that you are all beautiful. And by looking at your bios, all of you are remarkable women. Great things are coming to Africa because of you all. 1. Will any of you be participating next year as contestant if not in what role will you play in the Miss Africa International Pageant such as recruiting, fundraising, etc? 2. Since you all have come close to each other in the pageant are there any hopes of any of you working together to help Africa? 3. How did you prepare for the pageant? 4. What have you gained from the pageant? 5. In what ways can the young African woman be empowered? |
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Author: Site Administrator [Edit] |
Date Posted: 09:40:14 11/22/04 Mon If you would like to contact the message board administrator please email at unoffmissafr@yahoo.com |
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Author: De De [Edit] |
Date Posted: 13:29:23 11/21/04 Sun All pageant girls please post your pics, bio, comments,pageant/modeling tips. Feel free to invite your pageant friends. |
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| Subject: Bio of Miss DRC International | |
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Author: De De [Edit] |
Date Posted: 10:41:58 11/20/04 Sat  Cultural Ambassador representing the D R Congo. Ms. Ngangura lives in Dallas, Texas where she works as a Chemist in a Pharmaceutical/Clinical Laboratory. HOMETOWN: Born in Roma (Italy), grew up in Kinshasa (the capital), family is from Bukavu (Democratic Republic of Congo) and went to University in Belgium for about 7 years before moving to the USA in 2000. HEIGHT: 5’ 2 LANGUAGES: English, French, Swahili, Lingala, and basic Spanish. PLATFORM: Participate in reinforcing and strengthening our image as Africans, improve public perception and impression of Africa in any way possible, raise awareness to the world of who we are, what we are about and where we're coming from. This will only be possible by working with people (Africans) having the same dream and wanting to acknowledge our value. ACTIVITIES: Decorating, Cooking, traveling, writing, gathering with friends, etc. AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences obtained with Distinction in Namur, Belgium (1998). Teaching Assistant at the Facultes Notre Dame de la Paix, Namur from 1998 to 2000. I was 22 and one of the youngest assistant professor. General Secretary of the Congolese Students Association at the same University from 1995 to 1997. Spokesperson for the Congolese Association in Dallas, TX in 2001. SPORTS: Kickboxing, Swimming. FAMILY: Father -: Etienne Ngangura, University Professor in Kinshasa. Mother - Fanny Nyakeru, Social Assistant in Brussels, Belgium. Sister - Brigitte Ngangura, Childcare provider in London, England. Uncle - Mweze Ngangura, Film maker and Movie Producer known for movies like "La Vie est Belle" and "Pieces d'Identite", etc. AMBITION: Live long enough to be remembered as a person who did everything she could to create positive energy around her. Positive energy generates constructive matters. BRAGGING ABOUT ONES COUNTRY: I probably will never understand why God has created that part of Africa where my country is located; there's no other place in the world with that much resource; It has been quoted as a geological, natural scandal because of the concentration and the diversity of resources at all levels! |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
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Author: Newbie [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:27:48 11/19/04 Fri AFRICAN PEOPLE! ARE WE EVER GOING TO CHANGE? IT'S ALMOST A FACT THAT WE ARE BARELY ORGANIZED ALL THE TIME. BUT I WILL NOT SAY ANYTHING NEGATIVE BECAUSE I HAVE BEING BEHIND THE SCENES AT A DOZEN SHOWS AND SOMETIMES NO MATTER HOW MUCH YOU PLAN AND ORGANIZE, SOMETHING IS BOUND TO GO WRONG. ALL I CAN SAY TO THE ORGANIZERS IS TRY YOUR BEST AND KEEP IT UP. TRY TO WORK WAY AHEAD OF SCHEDULE, DON'T LET PEOPLE GET TO YOU, TAKE CRITICISM WELL AND ALWAYS BE OPEN TO SUGGESTIONS. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, ALWAYS ALWAYS HAVE A PLAN B!! |
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Author: Hmmm [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:27:48 11/19/04 Fri HOPEFULLY THE PAGEANT WIL BE WELL ORGANIZED NEXT YEAR. WE NEED TO STOP USING THE EXCUSE THAT AFRICAN EVENTS ARE ALWAYS UNORGANIZED. WE SHOULD NO LONGER USE THIS AS A CRUTCH. THERE MUST BE SOME STRUCTURE. I AGREE THE PAGEANT MUST BE ABLE TO TAKE CRITICISM AND MAKE SOME CHANGES IF THEY PLAN ON THIS PAGEANT BECOMING REALLY SUCCESSFUL! >AFRICAN PEOPLE! ARE WE EVER GOING TO CHANGE? IT'S >ALMOST A FACT THAT WE ARE BARELY ORGANIZED ALL THE >TIME. BUT I WILL NOT SAY ANYTHING NEGATIVE BECAUSE I >HAVE BEING BEHIND THE SCENES AT A DOZEN SHOWS AND >SOMETIMES NO MATTER HOW MUCH YOU PLAN AND ORGANIZE, >SOMETHING IS BOUND TO GO WRONG. ALL I CAN SAY TO THE >ORGANIZERS IS TRY YOUR BEST AND KEEP IT UP. TRY TO >WORK WAY AHEAD OF SCHEDULE, DON'T LET PEOPLE GET TO >YOU, TAKE CRITICISM WELL AND ALWAYS BE OPEN TO >SUGGESTIONS. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, ALWAYS ALWAYS HAVE A >PLAN B!! |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 17:52:30 11/19/04 Fri Here is the site to view the interview of the new Miss Africa International-Cynthia Kanema on Voice of Africa. http://www.voanews.com/english/africa/AfricaJournal.cfm A Conversation with Miss Zambia Thursday, November 18th at 1800 UTC Miss Zambia 2003, Cynthia Kanema, is in the Washington DC area this week where she's been crowned Miss Africa International. She's now Africa's Ambassador helping to highlight issues affecting the continent including HIV/AIDS. Cynthia scooped the prestigious crown in Washington on Saturday, beating 20 other contestants. Cynthia's ambition is to further her studies in Peace & Conflict Reduction and to be able to contribute to the advancement of substantial development in her country. Cynthia will join host, Vincent Makori on this week's episode Africa Journal to talk about her reign as Ms. Zambia and the many humanitarian projects that she's working on. |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 19:36:37 11/17/04 Wed Miss Malaika 03, Miss Gambia Int'l, Miss Ethiopia Int'l, event organizer, Malaika Njinjoh, Miss Africa Int'l, Miss Senegal Int'l and Ellen Dunbar  |
| Subject: Miss Eritrea International 2003 | |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 19:21:32 11/17/04 Wed Miss Eritrea in a black sequined dress does a lively native salutation and walks in to spirited applause from her right.  |
| Subject: Miss Africa International 2003 commentary | |
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Author: From Geocities [Edit] |
Date Posted: 19:16:55 11/17/04 Wed Miss Africa International Pageant 2003 On a cool Autumn night, in the heart of Washington, the final contestants to the Miss Africa title converged at the newly completed Washington Convention Center. Parking was full, traffic was heavy and security was tight, but the mood was energized this Saturday night. Several types had showed up: Fashion designers, critics, embassy representatives, news reporters, lobbyists, Statesmen and the Washington elite. These high profilers didn't make entry easy for the ordinary specatator. The pageant basically is sponsored by Miss Africa International Organization with joint support from well-wishers and media consortium. Their official site has more info, but they only have small closeup mugshots of the contestants. The three areas of judging for this year's theme were Beauty, Brains and Culture. Each of the final qualifiers had to sufficiently demonstrate to a panel of judges their ability to possess the above talents. As a result of the often pseudo-African contests, the event was carefully named Miss Africa International to make it clear of its cosmopolitan and Pan-African nature. The entry requirements were also strict and purposely set high to increase the level of candidates. First in order to meet the criteria, each candidate had to be either born in Africa or be a direct African descendant no more than 1 generation away. So one's claim could not go beyond parents. One contestant told us she actually had to bring in her passport. Then the typical swimsuit contest was done away and a more Africanized edition of native-wear introduced. To ensure intelligence, critical uncensored thinking was encouraged and cultural identity was reinforced with traditional background music and sayings. Generally the event was very Africanized- from the use of African time right to the selection or election-like process. It seemed more of an Apollo-style judgement at the end- with the audiences' popular candidates getting the most scores. The largest group of nationals were the Nigerians who made their presence very known. And just like the typical African elections, you couldn't help sense that there was more at play than just what you saw. Despite the few timing and light control flaws, the audience -especially fellas were thrilled by the high-calibre contestants who persuasively attempted to seduce their minds and hearts with their charm. In the end, each area was tested. Those who were intellectual, got a dose of words from the likes of Miss Burundi, the culturally attuned had a chance to critique them all during traditional dance and talent time, while those who were after pure raw African-defined beauty were delighted at these girls shaking their thing like some Lingala video enticement. Not that this was the only form of beauty. Actually the event undisputably catered to all three types. The GQ, Mercedes driving professional type had his fill watching the evening gown parade and the contestants in classy, dress outfits; The more academic ones were given some critical points to analyze from some candidates and had the opportunity to see mental skill and intellectual finesse during Q and A session; On the other hand, those traditional types attracted to the primitive, raw beauty form of the woman bare-foot and near naked got a chance to behold theirs too. So in all, you came out feeling satisfied with the variety of views without them compromising the authenticity of the show. Unlike mainstream shows often seen here, none of the contestants acts were censored. After all, that would be defeating the purpose if the African style was watered-down to fit the conventional norms and boy did they take advantage of that. As for the winner, that was an entirely different affair. You may want to think of the show as a means in itself. Below is a walkthrough of the event you will probably see soon on some filtered TV broadcast near you. If you feel strongly about a contestant, you could participate in the unofficial vote at the end |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 19:15:24 11/17/04 Wed Irene Coffie, Miss Ghana International 2003 is performing her talent in the pageant.  |
| Subject: Miss Burundi International 2003 | |
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Author: African Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 19:10:10 11/17/04 Wed Miss Burundi International in the 2003 Miss Africa International Pageant  |
| Subject: Calling all Miss Africa International contestant | |
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Author: Future Contestant [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:06:33 11/16/04 Tue Can any of the contestants give me pointers on the pageant? Also are any the contestants going to contribute to the board? |
| Subject: The Pageant Was Not Excellent | |
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Author: Woman Who Loves Pageants [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:59:24 11/16/04 Tue First of all the pageant was NOT well done!!!! The music was not right for either the contestants or the dance group that was there. They looked like they were lost at one point and had to come up with something. The show was way too long. Having been to the show last year I was expecting to see a difference, maybe it was generous of me to have paid even more money this year for a worse show. When I was at the door, it was a fiasco to get in because people were complaining about tickets and VIP tickets. I saw Ms Ellen Dunbar at the door and she was quite rude, dismissive or evasive to those who were asking questions about tickets. I was really shocked considering the fact that WE are paying to see your show. She had no type of respect for her audience. Then Ms. Dunbar looked sooo trashy on the stage with that horrible dress while everyone else was looking spectacular in the traditional wear. This is an AFRICAN pageant!!! Why did she not think to wear something much more better for her audience? And then when it came time to present the awards, it looked like she was writing something on the paper, which I have never, ever, never seen before on a pageant. Did she change the names or something on the awards? It is just sad that anything that Africans do has a stigma of being not quite well done, highly unorganized or below standard. This was not the type of pageant to boast about. The good thing I can say was that the girls were very attractive and regal. I was very proud to see all of the different beauties of African heritage on that stage. Way to go to Miss Zambia for her winning the pageant. She is gorgeous. But I will definitely not be attending another Miss Africa International pageant ever again because of the shear rudeness and disrespect of Ms. Dunbar and the unorganization of the pageant. |
| [> Subject: Re: The Pageant Was Not Excellent | |
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Author: Beckie [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:59:24 11/16/04 Tue How was the pageant in details? >First of all the pageant was NOT well done!!!! The >music was not right for either the contestants or the >dance group that was there. They looked like they were >lost at one point and had to come up with something. >The show was way too long. Having been to the show >last year I was expecting to see a difference, maybe >it was generous of me to have paid even more money >this year for a worse show. When I was at the door, it >was a fiasco to get in because people were complaining >about tickets and VIP tickets. I saw Ms Ellen Dunbar >at the door and she was quite rude, dismissive or >evasive to those who were asking questions about >tickets. I was really shocked considering the fact >that WE are paying to see your show. She had no type >of respect for her audience. Then Ms. Dunbar looked >sooo trashy on the stage with that horrible dress >while everyone else was looking spectacular in the >traditional wear. This is an AFRICAN pageant!!! Why >did she not think to wear something much more better >for her audience? And then when it came time to >present the awards, it looked like she was writing >something on the paper, which I have never, ever, >never seen before on a pageant. Did she change the >names or something on the awards? It is just sad that >anything that Africans do has a stigma of being not >quite well done, highly unorganized or below standard. >This was not the type of pageant to boast about. The >good thing I can say was that the girls were very >attractive and regal. I was very proud to see all of >the different beauties of African heritage on that >stage. Way to go to Miss Zambia for her winning the >pageant. She is gorgeous. But I will definitely not be >attending another Miss Africa International pageant >ever again because of the shear rudeness and >disrespect of Ms. Dunbar and the unorganization of the >pageant. |
| Subject: Does anyone have an update on the pageant? | |
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Author: Pageant lover [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:57:02 11/16/04 Tue Can any give us the details on how the pageant went? Like talent, cultural attire etc... If you have pictures please post those too. |
| Subject: We love African Pageants | |
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Author: DeDe [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:41:35 11/16/04 Tue Hey ladies lets make this site lively. Invite your pageant loving friends to the board. We love African pageants! |
| Subject: Miss Africa International Family at the Sullivan Awards | |
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Author: Miss Africa Int'l Supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:39:31 11/16/04 Tue Here is the Miss Africa Int'l family at the Sullivan Awards in which Mrs Clinton and Condelezza Rice were honored!  |
| Subject: Ms Dunbar and the 2003 queens | |
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Author: Miss Africa Int'l Supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:37:01 11/16/04 Tue Ms Ellen Dunbar and some the 2003 queens at the AIT Comcast Launch  |
| Subject: Here is another pic of Cynthia at Miss Malaika Pageant | |
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Author: Miss Africa Int'l Supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:25:33 11/16/04 Tue She came in first runner up in this pageant!  |
| Subject: Cynthia's bio | |
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Author: Miss Africa Int'l Supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:19:57 11/16/04 Tue Cynthia Kanema-Miss Zambia 2003-4 A twenty year-old Land Economy student at the Copperbelt University with views of pursuing Peace and Conflict Resolution, Cynthia believes that without peace the rest of Africa can't develop. A determined and ambitious Miss Zambia, Cynthia believes it is possible to achieve one's goals in life. Cynthia was Zambia's representative to the Miss World Pageant 2003 in Sanya, China. |
| Subject: Congrats Cynthia | |
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Author: Miss Africa Int'l Supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:18:10 11/16/04 Tue |
| Subject: Here some pics of the new Miss Africa International Pageant | |
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Author: Miss Africa International supporter [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:15:15 11/16/04 Tue Here are some pictures of Cynthia when she competed in the Miss Zambia pageant. Looking great girl!     |
| Subject: She is very beautiful | |
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Author: Nigerian Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:07:36 11/16/04 Tue  |
| Subject: Miss Africa International 2004-Adenike Taiwo Ariyo | |
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Author: Nigerian Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 15:00:10 11/16/04 Tue  |
| Subject: Thank you Ms Dunbar! | |
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Author: African woman who loves pageants! [Edit] |
Date Posted: 14:49:23 11/15/04 Mon We love what Ms. Dunbar has done with the pageant. It was excellent. I am so proud to be an African woman! |
| Subject: Congratulations to Miss Zambia - The New Miss Africa International | |
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Author: DeDe [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:10:21 11/14/04 Sun  |
| [> Subject: Re: Congratulations to Miss Zambia - The New Miss Africa International | |
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Author: African Pageant Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:10:21 11/14/04 Sun Congrats her!! I wish well in you reign! |
| Subject: Compliants must come with solutions | |
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Author: African Pageant Queen [Edit] |
Date Posted: 18:07:54 11/14/04 Sun If it is that bad, maybe you should refer her to some pageant producing books. Producing Beauty Pageants:A directors guide by Anna Stanley is a good book! |
| Subject: Thanks for your input Nikki! | |
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Author: Avid Reader [Edit] |
Date Posted: 17:08:42 11/14/04 Sun Thanks for your input Nikki! Although the pageant may not have been the best maybe a constructive effort by you and or the contestants will cause changes with in the pageant. Have you communicated that to Ellen Dunbar, Producer of the pageant. What do the contestants think about the pageant? Remember that pageants are hard efforts to produce! Do you have pics you can post? |
| Subject: the so-called Miss Africa International | |
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Author: nikki [Edit] |
Date Posted: 13:12:25 11/14/04 Sun this was the worst production of all times. it was so kiatic, the orgonizers did not even feed their contestants throughout the day and when they did feed them, they brought them McDonalds. they put five girls in one tiny room to sleep in over night, which is simply not acceptable and ridiculous.they put the short girls in the back and tall one s in front. the audience was not able to see all of the contestants. people were passing out backstage. the sound system and choreography were terrible, the paid professional hired to assist the girls were not doing their jobs. another concern of mine was that the show took too long and they kept messing up the music. i cannot believe they forgot to mention what the winner took home. it is unbelievable. the judging was so bias, the organizers preselected the winners based on the bias for their country's representative and on who contributed the most money to the event...Ms ELEN DUNDAR had false advertisement. YOU WILL DEFINETLY HEAR FROM ME IN THE FUTURE. they stated beforehand that they were going to offer the girls several oppurtinities, such as being on talkshows, and meeting one of the judges, Boris Kodjo (sp)and schoolarship oppurtinities. i was with the contestants the whole time and i did not witness any of that.someone can actually file a lawsuit against the sponsors and organizers. now i understand why some of the girls dropped out of the pageant. and to think that i wanted to be a part of it next year, not any more... it was absolutly a waist of my money and time. i feel sorry for the participants and the unpaid volunteers of the pageant. the only positive thing was the good turn out of africans across the nation. i felt like i was in a episode of coming to america. the audience was beautifully dressed in traditional attires. i was also pleased with the winner of the pageant, i meet and spoke with her. she is a beautiful, bright, and timid young lady. PS:TO THE AUTHOR OF THIS WEBSITE, PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE MY MESSAGE. I AM ONLY SPEAKING ABOUT WHAT I WITNESSED LAST NIGHT, WHICH IS THE TRUTH. THESE PEOPLE ( THE PAGEANT ORGONIZERS) HAVE TO BE ABLE TO TAKE CRITICISM IN ORDER TO AVOID THE MISTAKES MADE FOR THE FOLLOWING YEARS. I WLL KEEP WRITING NEGATIVELLY ABOUT THE PAGEANT UNTIL IT IS FIXED. IF NEED TOO I WILL FILE THE LAWSUIT ON BEHALF OF THE CONTESTANTS BECAUSE THEY WERE ROBBED OF THEIR TIME, SPIRIT, LOVE FOR PARTICIPATION AND MOST IMPORTANTLY MONEY... |
| Subject: Contestants | |
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Author: Africa's Beauties [Edit] |
Date Posted: 16:37:32 11/13/04 Sat Miss Nigeria International  Miss Kenya International  Miss Rwanda International  Miss Burundi International  Miss Cameroon International  Miss Cote D Ivore  Miss DRC International Miss Gambia International  Miss Ghana International  Miss Mali International  Miss Senegal International  Miss Zamibia International Miss Uganda International  Miss Zimbabwe International  Miss Mozambique International  Miss Sierra Leone International  Miss Liberia International  |
| Subject: This years contestant pics are up at the Miss Africa International website check it out!!!! | |
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Author: DeDe [Edit] |
Date Posted: 12:42:41 11/13/04 Sat |
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