PROUD AFRICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL

Sat, 12 October 2019 12:00 – 19:00

Proud African Heritage.          Exactly what it says.

Ths event will showcase the pride of Africa: the land, the people, the food, the history and our future.

In a family friendly environment we have nothing but great vibes with various African

Music

Food

Art

Dance

Competions, quizzes etc.

As Africa is the trend now and celebrated worldwide, still, many aspects of culture and heritage remain unknown and progressively lost.

Our focus is increase knowledge on our story, traditions and cultural heritage and our place in the world today as mainlanders and diaspora children alike.

We have this festival to showcase Proud African Heritage and also a range of heritage that you can take home with you. {https://www.etsy.com/shop/ProudAfricanHeritage}

Come and find out for yourself!

Preserving our history, Celebrating our people and Empowering generations

Educating ourselves about African culture through fun activities, competitions and showcases; as well as promoting African businesses and circulating financial investments.

A celebration of African & Caribbean heritage and culture, both past and present.

ALL AGES ARE WELCOME

THE WEEKEND WILL INCLUDE FEATURES SUCH AS

Heritage show and tell – sharing interesting and unknown facts about our countries
Reasoning sessions led by young people – Questions surrounding Black History Month and African culture
Meet & Grill – EAT & Connect with leaders of African causes & Initiatives
Story telling – History stories / Tales / Songs from back home
Readers Corner – Books to read & for sale

African Fashion Show – Showcasing and explaining the meanings of various African attires & dresscodes – traditional and contemporary Stalls
Invest In Africans – A hub for African based/inspired businesses, African Owned Organisations, Charities, Entrepreneurs and trailblazers

Best Traditional Outfit

Team Competitions *Bring your squad*

– General Knowdledge quiz
– Language shadowing
– Name & Place African and Caribbean countries and flags
– Spice/Peppe’ contest
– Naming the origin of diaspora influencial figures

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A PART OF THE EVENT TEAM, FEATURE AT THIS EVENT OR VOLUNTEER PLEASE EMAIL OR CONTACT ON 07396078809 / 07731610289