On a continent where contemporary pop music is dominated by men, Becca is successfully proving that what a man can do a woman can do better. Yes, she is making strong statements through her music and accomplished feats. In this piece we will review Becca’s childhood, music career success, and everything in-between. Becca was born Rebecca Akosua Acheampomaa Acheampong on 15th August, 1984 in Kumasi, capital of Ashanti Region, Ghana. She is a Ghanaian singer, songwriter and actress. Becca is the first girl and fifth child in a Christian family of nine. In her childhood she was active in church activities. She also attended some of the most prestigious schools in Ghana like Morning Star School, and Wesley Girls’ High School in Cape Coast. Becca later relocated to the UK where she attended London’s Croydon College. Even at school, she never relented in practicing music and participating actively in music related activities like school talent hunt shows – because of her love for music. Fortunately for her, she always steals the show. Her friends knew she was a musical prodigy at the time. Well, she studied to qualify as a childcare and education worker in London.
After her education she stayed abroad for a while before returning to Ghana to continue to pursue her dreams. As a grown woman who has always had strong passion for music, she continued in the musical path. As a beautifully talented singer, her talents invariably made her stand out. She later got into the 2nd season of hit singing competition, Mentor on TV3 – a Ghanaian TV show. Afterwards, she backed out of it due to a misunderstanding which ensued between her management and the show organizers. The show helped to propel her to limelight so much so that when she started working as a solo artiste, she got signed on to EKB records by Kiki Benson. In 2007, she started working on her debut album, Sugar. Sugar was released the same year and went ahead to record massive sales both in Ghana and beyond.

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There is a popular saying that there is ability in disability. Well, if you are one of those Africans who believes that this saying is one of those unrealistic quotes you hear every day, then you are so wrong. This is because I trust you will have a cause to have a rethink after reading this piece on Cobhams Asuquo. Well, the story you are about to peruse is that of a man whose dogged determination paid off despite his disability. Please read on as we examine the life and career of Cobhams Asuquo.

Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo is a Nigerian-born award-wining musician, songwriter, and producer with a visual impairment. He was born on 6th January, 1981 in Jos, Nigeria to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Asuquo. Even though, Cobhams cannot see like every other person, he determined to make something great out of his life. Originally, Cobhams wanted to be a lawyer, but because of the passion he had for music as a little boy, he changed his career path and moved into music; a decision which later took him places. When he took the decision to change his career choice, Cobhams recalled that his family supported the decision unlike many other African parents. Born into a Catholic home, he had a flair for Gospel music. As time went on he began to sharpen his musical skills until he was convinced he could make good music. So, in 2005, he was signed on to Sony ATV London as a songwriter. In 2006, he decided to set up his own recording facility. He named the label CAMP: Cobhams Asuquo Music Productions. The label, up till now, is involved in everything music: discovering talents, growing them and recording for popular ones. The label released Bez’s 15-track album titled Super Sun in 2011 – making it the first studio album to be released by CAMP. The first awarding-wining album from Asa (self-titled album) was produced by CAMP. Asa is a popular Nigerian soul sensation – the album sold over 400,000 copies worldwide.

Hollywood films are arguably the best films in the world today by all standards for many reasons. From rich acting background of its cast to mastery interpretation of daring roles, from huge budgets to massive international media attention, etc. Those are some of the features that make Hollywood films outstanding. Perhaps those factors explain why many African movie icons, who seemingly have conquered entertainment scene in Africa, wish to go further into Hollywood and showcase their talent to the world. While a few names have made their way to Hollywood, regrettably, a lot more have been unable to satisfy this burning desire. Unlike the latter who are still in this struggle, the same cannot be said of Abraham Attah. Yes, his story was an entirely different story because Hollywood came calling – a good example of Oprah Winfrey’s definition of luck: where preparation meets opportunity. In this piece of Abraham Attah’s debut in Hollywood, we will explore how the youngster made his way to Hollywood – a feat that more experienced colleagues haven’t been able to achieve – and how he inspires kids like him from across the continent. 

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Annie Macauley Idibia is a popular Nigerian actress and a model who was born to the family of Chief Macauley on the 13th of November,1984, in the village of Eket, in present day Akwa Ibom state. Annie Idibia is the only girl in a family of four; three boys and one girl.

Annie childhood experience was not that fantastic because her parent divorced when Annie was still in secondary school. The ugly and unfortunate incident made her started working as a teenager despite being born with a silver spoon. Her father was a rich and influential man who was working for Mobil Oil at the time but Annie and her siblings did not enjoy their father’s wealth because of the separation of their parent. And meanwhile, before the divorce, Annie mother was a full house wife.

Annie was living in Ibadan with her parent until the divorce, but she moved to Lagos with her mother when her mother got a job as a cook at Mobil oil in Lekki in order to sustain the family.

Immediately Annie graduated from secondary school, she started working at the age of 15 while waiting for an admission to the university. She worked in a boutique as a sales girl and later worked for two other companies; Dakova and KC Jabari. She also worked as an usher at various events before she secured an admission to the Lagos state university to study computer science.

As a Lagos state university student, Annie worked part time throughout her school years. Her passion and interest in the entertainment industry made her went for a second degree in theater art at the University of Lagos. Today, Annie Idibia has a bachelor degree in computer science and a post graduate degree in theater art from Lagos state university and university of Lagos respectively.

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Who says you can't achieve your dream? Irrespective of your skin color, your family background, your educational background, when it is time for you to shine, you will definitely shine. Just stay focus, explore opportunities that are available to you, and ready to face challenges. The beginning of your journey may be rough, but with perseverance and unrelenting effort, you will get there. The story of Thishiwe Ziqubu will definitely inspire you.

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Are you an international supermodel wannabe? Do you feel it would be impossible out there to make your modelling dreams come true because you are an African lady? Well, I bet the story of Liya Kebede would be a source of inspiration to you as long as you nurture that dream of building a career path in modelling despite the country you come from or your skin colour. Please join me as I take you on a journey of the successful modelling career of Liya Kebede.

Liya Kebede is an Ethiopian supermodel, clothe designer, philanthropist, maternal health advocate and actress born on 1st March, 1978 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Her father was an executive officer in an airline company in Ethiopia and she was the only daughter in a family of five. Liya had always nursed a modelling ambition. A French film maker discovered her and brought her into the glamorous world of modelling. She was introduced to a French modelling agency when she was attending a Franco-Ethiopian school, Lycee Guebre-Mariam.
After completing her education at the age of 18, Liya moved to Paris in France with the aid of a French agency to pursue her modelling career in France. In France was where her modelling career thrived. This is because, on settling down in Paris, Liya modelled, as a runway model, for Ralph Lauren, Yves, Gap, Dolce & Gabana, Saint-Laurent, and many other popular brands.

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She really is.

In the very detail article, seasonal writer, Ifeanyi Nwokorie writes about Yemi Alade's background, musical career, awards, discography, and influence. There is so much to know about Alade reading this article. Nwokorie writes about how Alade started her musical career in the year 2005 in a group called Noty Spices, which was managed by Storm Management. And how she came to limelight when she won the popular Peak Talent Show in 2009 under watchful supervision of Bayo Omisore. Nwokorie details how Alade story has changed from 2005 till now.

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Update: The date is only May 20th only.

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The first "Show Your Talent, Get Rewards and Make Africa Great" Event will hold in Ikorodu, Lagos on May 20th & 21st between 10am to 4pm.
At this event, if you are talented in any area such as dancing, singing, telling jokes, performing magic, or you just invented something that could impact the development in Africa and you will like to display it to the world, please come to this event. You will be videotaped by our professional cameraman and your video will automatically enter into our monthly "Show Your Talent, Get Rewards and Make Africa Great." contest in which you could be the winner of $300, $200, or $100.
To get to the location, at anywhere in Ikorodu town, take a bike to Harmony Castle hotel. The event will be held in one of the hotel large halls.

If you don't live in Lagos, do not worry, an event is coming to your city soon. This includes people who live in other African countries. This is a continent wide campaign.

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