ARTICLES AVAILABLE ON THEAFRICANPRO.COM DAVID ADJAYE, OBE:
AFRICA:
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AFRICA’S BEST ARCHITECTURAL ENTREPRENEUR David Adjaye OBE is recognised as one of the leading architects of his generation. Adjaye was born in Tanzania to Ghanaian parents and his influences range from contemporary art, music and science to African art forms and the civic life of cities. In 1994 he set up his first office, where his ingenious use of materials and his sculptural ability established him as an architect with an artist’s sensibility and vision. Read more at www.africanpro. co.za/entrepreneurs
Africa Day 2015 provided an opportunity to celebrate the development of the African continent as well as consider the various opportunities that it offers. This is according to Charles Brewer, Managing Director of DHL Express SubSaharan Africa (SSA), who not only believes that the continent offers vast opportunities but also that it is one of the last frontiers for economic growth and development. Full story under www.africanpro.co.za/ professionals
ENTERTAINMENT:
AFRICA ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS NOMINEES ANNOUNCED African Entertainment Inc., parent company of the 2015 African Entertainment Awards, has announced the official nominees for this year’s African Entertainment Awards. The nominees are made up of a diverse group of African entertainers who exemplify talent and remarkable contributions to their craft. The Best International Female Artist, Best International Male Artist and Best International New Act categories boast some of the world’s very best in African music and entertainment. Some of our highlighted categories include: Best New Artist of the Year, Best Male Artist, Best Female Artist, Best Event of the Year, Best Breakout Artist of the Year and Best Media. Visit www.africanpro.co.za/ organisations to read more.