http://youtu.be/K47kC-8RDwQ The Berlin Wall was the barrier division between communist East Germany and "Democratic" West Germany from 1961 until it was pulled down in 1989 - 25 years ago. I visited the remains of the wall during my trip to Berlin, taking in the art which also has a political message - as with most of... Continue Reading →
Edrin’s bedside table: Books on Africa
http://youtu.be/CY33Jitl8Mc I spent the weekend in Berlin hanging out with Edrin Kondi - a friend I met during my trip to Ghana in 2010... I couldn't help notice the books about Africa he had sitting on his bedside table... This was my excuse to get an interview with my host and find out a bit... Continue Reading →
Vegan “Goodies” cafe Berlin
http://youtu.be/ztaQIAUXqlY Berlin could possibly be the capital of Veganism in Europe! You can't go very far without spotting the words "bio" or "vegan" sometimes even graffitied on walls - like every other opinion un Berlin I asked Freia from Goodies cafe in Veganz centre on Warschauser Strasse her thoughts on the vegan movement in the... Continue Reading →
Journey through Afro-Brazilian Culture… Unspoken Barriers Photo exhibition
It's exactly 2 years since I got a phone call that would change the my fate, particularly in education. When UAL admin called to tell me a "mistake" had been made - I couldn't carry on with the second year studying BA Journalism, because I'd "failed" my first year, I thought my world would come crashing... Continue Reading →
Amazing Nigeria…
When you think of a holiday destination in Africa, Nigeria may not be an obvious choice. However Angela Lipton - my first guest contributor - could change that as she reveals some hidden treasures of the West African nation... Amazing Nigeria. The beauty of Nigeria is proverbial and its cultural heritage, listed among the UNESCO Heritage Sites, is... Continue Reading →
Afrocentricity in Soho… The Harmattan shoot preview
http://youtu.be/YCeXynJlvvI Very excited to be back behind the camera... And back in my heels (I guess I still have the model-in-me)! Look out for the full editorial fusing fashion with travel for Fuse Magazine - my first fashion editorial. I'm in Ghana later this week... Travelmakerkai is back! #SpotlightAfrica Designs by Harmattan. Suitcase: Tripp
If you had 24hrs in Milan – what would you do?
http://youtu.be/xT3sTTSpQHY So much to do, so much to experience, so much to EAT! If you had 24hrs in Milan, what would you do? 1st stop - experience Milan Carnival in Piazza del Duomo - the iconic cathedral of Milan. Feel like a child in Disney Land at this family-fun event held annually (according to the... Continue Reading →
Messages of Support from around the world: VOTE Kai 4 LCC VP!
Reblogged from The Educationally Frustrated Student http://wp.me/p48e4z-1bu Thought I'd share this with you... I'm running for Student's Union elections to be Vice President of London College of Communication (LCC)! Here's a video with messages from friends and family around the world showing their support and encouraging students to vote for me! Please join my Facebook page... Continue Reading →
Beyond Your World – Beyond Brazil!
"Ongoing demonstrations, the upcoming World Cup, preparations for the Olympic Games and approaching elections - 2014 is considered to be a very important year for Brazil. Consequently, many stories are out there waiting to be covered. Beyond Your World would like to make a big contribution with this special project and needs your help!" On... Continue Reading →
Out and about in Amman
I wondered aimlessly through the streets of Amman taking in the sights, sounds, and stares from the locals! My starting point - the famous Rainbow Street then up and down into the bustle of downtown - Al-Balad... If you plan to walk around Amman note that the city is full of hills (they don't show... Continue Reading →