Left: Karifi Sydney
Right: Djan Djan tour, w Grammy winner Mamadou Diabete

National & International

DJAN DJAN AUSTRALIAN TOUR (featuring Mamadou Diabate)
various dates/locations, 6-27 March 2010 Grammy Award winner (Feb 2010) Mamadou Diabate (kora, Mali), Jeff Lang (guitar, Australia), Bobby Singh (tabla, India) are well known and well regarded for their individual output and careers. Djan Djan is a new collaboration, which sees these musicians stretching their imagination and skills into sublime areas of new musicality. Although the players show their respects to their cultural backgrounds of Africa, India and Australia; the music of Djan Djan stands alone as a uniquely new sound. Djan Djan sees these virtuosic instrumentalists dispense and intoxicating music - steeped in tradition, yet brimming with innovation. Dates: Sat 6 - Mon - Womadelaide, Adelaide, SA; Thurs 11 - The Street Theatre, Canberra, ACT; Fri 12th - Sun 14 - Blue Mountains Folk Festival, Katoomba, NSW; Wed 17 - Notes Live Newtown, NSW; Thurs 18 - The Heritage Hotel, Bulli, NSW; Fri 19 - Judith Wright Centre, Brisbane, QLD; Sat 20 - Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns, QLD; Sun 21 - Thornbury Theatre, Melbourne, VIC; Thurs 25 - Peacock Theatre, Hobart, TAS; Fri 26 & Sat 27 - Apollo Bay Music Festival, Apollo Bay, VIC

Womadelaide 2010
5-8 March 2010 Australia's major world music festival - held in Adelaide's Botanic Gardens over 3 days. Full details at http://www.womadelaide.com.au/ Africa-related performers include Ethiopiques with Ethiopian legend Mahmoud Ahmed, Mariem Hassan (Western Sahara), Djan Djan (Aust), Public Opinion Afro Orchestra (Australia), Kamel el Harrachi (Algeria/France), Djan Djan (Mali/India/Australia), Dub Colossus (Ethiopia/UK), The Skatalites (Jamaica), Xavier Rudd and Izintaba (Australia, Sth Africa)

Events recently held
Caiphus Ngarivhume - AIDS orphans of Africa
13 Feb - 7 Mar Across Australia. For events in your area see www.sim.org.au or to have Caiphus speak to your group call Ross Britton on 0428 825 645. Caiphus will speak about his work with SIMaid HOPE for AIDS among the 18% of the population in Zimbabwe infected by HIV. Working with orphans is a key part of his work, as are projects supporting the sick and elderly. Come and meet others with a heart for this nation in turmoil.

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African Events: New South Wales

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(For events recently held see previous)

Sudanese Stories
March 2010 The Blacktown area has become home for migrants from Sudan; many are newly-arrived refugees from the country’s war-torn southern region. Here you can see and hear, in the community’s own words, how people escaped and lived, often for many years, in refugee camps. See the exhibit at Max Webber Library, 61 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown. Tel (02) 9839 6677 , or view a special online version at www.migrationheritage.nsw.gov.au website.

Madison McKoy in "Yank Down Under"
11 March 2010 8pm at The Sound Lounge, Seymour Centre Corner Cleveland St & City Road CHIPPENDALE. Just back from a year's tour as The Apollo Theatre MC in the musical "Buddy", Madison is performing again! You will be taken on a musical journey through Madison's life growing up in America's South. Hear about his days working in the tobacco fields, superstitions, church, family and haircuts. You may recognise Madison as the Caribbean barman from the Lime & Black Pepper Potato Chips ad on television but he has also performed in the musicals "Buddy", "Miss Saigon", "Sweet Charity" and "What The World Needs Now". His film roles include "South Pacific", "Radioland Murders" and "Looking For Natalie Wood". Madison performs around the traps to promote his soul/rnb CDs "10th Child" (2005) and "Deep Within" (1999) and he also teaches English to speakers of other languages. So sit back! Enjoy! And as always. when the spirit hits you, feel free to get your 'sway on'! Accompanied by: Laura Bunting Details at www.madisonmckoy.com Tickets/Info: www.seymourcentre.com (02) 9351 7940

Kai Fech at Parramatta Riverside Theatres
Sun 14 March Kai Fech presents a total African drum and dance experience. Led by master percussionist Pape Mbaye, Kai Fech brings you the magic of West Africa – an explosion of rhythm, dance and vibrancy. Joining Pape are Yacou Mbaye, Thiass Mbaye, Sam Golding, Jean Gomes and Fode Mane for a high energy, colourful performance! Details, bookings: ww.musicaviva.com.au/cafecarnivale/

Kayamba Africa Australia Tour
18-21 March 2010 In Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Come enjoy the rich African culture in song and dance.. Straight from the land of Lion King, Niwakati Ent brings to you Kayamba Africa.......Let Australia Rhumba Kayamba with Mufasa,Nala,Simba,Rafiki and Zazu...." See www.niwakati.com and http://www.facebook.com//profile.php?v=feed&story_fbid=239567811979&id=63893 6438#/event.php?eid=136955146471&ref=ts

Errol H. Renaud & the Caribbean Soul
18 March At Surry Hills. Errol H. Renaud was born in the Caribbean twin island state of Trinidad and Tobago. He has been to about twenty countries spreading the message of Soca, Reggae, Calypso, the Steelpan, limbo and other music and dance from his birth place. Based in Sydney, Errol and his band Caribbean Soul dazzle every audience with their beats and colourful performances. Details, bookings: ww.musicaviva.com.au/cafecarnivale/

UPTOWN DOWNTOWN
Friday 19 March, 9pm-4am Civic Underground, 388 Pitt Street (cnr Goulburn St), City. Real dancehall bashment with JUDGEMENT, BASSLINES & FIREHOUSE + live performance KING B FINE (Sierra Leone). $10 door.

2010 HARDA/HAYAA Harmony Day Celebration
Sat 20 March 11am-4pm at Auburn Botanical Gardens (Corner Chisholm and Chiswick Roads, Auburn) Organised by HARDA's exciting new special interest group, the Horn of Africa Youth Agency of Australia. This BBQ and Family Fun Day celebrates the beginning of our 2010 DIAC Diverse Australia Project, the Youth Employment Expo and Community Mentoring Program. We look forward to seeing everyone at this wonderful event. Everyone is welcome, the barbecue is free and there will be lots of activities and entertainment. Our special guest will be that great role model Hazem El Masri who will lead the 5 on 5 touch football competition. Come along and be part of the action!

WE ON A BOAT!
Sun 28 March 12pm-6pm. At King Street Wharf (Wharf 8, next to Cargo Bar). Funkdafied & Article One Events present WE ON A BOAT! An exclusive five hour harbour cruise on Sunday March 28th onboard the Lady Rose Catamaran - the perfect way to celebrate the last days of the summer party season! Rock the boat with some of Sydney's top DJs and MCs supplying the best in dancehall reggae, hip hop, funk and more! * Nick Toth (JamRock!) * JC (Funkdafied) * Levins (Ro Sham Bo / Mad Decent) * DJ Fasmwa (SpinDMusic) & more. Boarding 12:30 PM / Tickets: $35+bf via www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 438 849 and all Moshtix outlets.

Karifi, Cafe Carnivale
Sun 28 March 6pm. Karifi is a vibrant Pan African drum theatre ensemble made up of musicians from West Africa. The exhilarating performance utilises a wide range of traditional African instruments: atumpani, bomaa, petia, twereshii, gyil, bells and vocals. Karifi incorporates very dynamic dancers from several African tribes, in a performance that gets legs moving and hips shaking. On at Barrenjoey Music Room, North Avalon. Details, bookings: ww.musicaviva.com.au/cafecarnivale/

Byron Bay Blues Fest
1 - 5 April 2010 Performers include Oumou Sangaré, details at www.bluesfest.com.au

Béla Fleck's African Project featuring Oumou Sangaré
Tues 6 April 2010 Oumou Sangarè - one of the greatest African singers you will ever hear, with a long and illustrious career, touring internationally and becoming an ambassador for the music of Mali. On stage her natural presence, huge charisma, irrepressible energy and joie de vivre is very much in evidence. Oumou's latest album Seya (Joy) was released in 2009. At Sydney Opera House. Details at www.bluesfest.com.au

DON'T MISS: Celebration of African Cultures!
10 April 2010 11 am - 4 pm at Auburn Park, Macquarie Rd, Auburn. Experience the richness of African art, music, dance and food. Auburn will come alive on Saturday 10 April 2010 with colourful stalls, workshops, community information, music and performances to celebrate African Cultures. Take part in dance workshops, hair beading, henna painting and basket making. Learn how to use African drums! There will be lots of children's activities including face painting, drumming, jumping castles and sports. The first African Festival was held in April 2009 and was a huge success attracting a crowd of over 3,000 people. The festival is organised by the Somali Welfare & Culture Association, the African Women's Group and Auburn Council. If you are interested in having a stall, performing, volunteering or becoming our sponsor please call Fatma Isir on 0407 904 526 or email on africultures@hotmail.com

Swahili Mass
Every 3rd Sunday of month From 12pm. At St Martha's Catholic Church, 70 Homebush Road Strathfield. More information from Rosemary Kariuki 0421 059 166

AFRICAN DRUM & DANCE CLASSES NEWCASTLE
Thursdays Drum 7pm & Dance 8pm at Wesley Fellowship Hall, 150 Beaumont St, Hamilton. Learn traditional West African drum and dance with the talented and inspirational Fode Mane from Senegal. All welcome to join in the fun. Free drum hire available. For more info email fode@jamojamoarts.com.au or go to www.jamojamoarts.com.au

Mory Traore West African Dance Classes at Studio 101
Every Monday 7.30pm. Guinean dancer Mory Traore presents West African Dance Classes at Dance Studio 101, 342 Elizabeth St Surry Hills. ph 0402 448 006. Also Jamaican Dancehall, Reggaeton, Afro Classes available.

Africa House Drop In for community members
Wednesdays 3-6pm. Equatoria Community Welfare Association NSW Inc (ECWA) (who recently organised Sudanese community awareness night) have announced that Alpha Park Hall, Blacktown has been booked on Wednesdays between 3-6pm for community activities/meetings. To book this venue for an activity organized by you or to meet an ECWA executive please contact Faustino Aboka on 0432 369 338 or write to GPO Box 22, Main St, Blacktown, NSW 2148

Swahili for adults - classes
(every Saturday) 2pm. At Granville Youth Recreational Centre next to Swimming Pool, 2 Memorial Drive, Granville. Contact: Rosemary Kariuki - 0402 316 586. (Children's classes at the same place)

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Events recently held

SPARK Volunteer Training, seeking volunteers
3rd & 6th February 9am at Parramatta. Interested in volunteering with children of refugee background? The SPARK program (St Vincent de Paul Society Assisting Refugee Kids) is offering volunteer training in February for people to work with children of refugee background through an after-school program for primary school children in Auburn, Holroyd and Parramatta Areas. If you are interested in volunteering please contact SPARK! Email: spark@vinnies.org.au Phone: 9568 0280
OLD SKOOL HIP HOP N RNB
Every Friday from 5th February At Tailors on Central, 84 Mary St Surry Hills. From 9pm. Dress to impress. Brought to you by THE DREAM,DJ KULURI,HEAD BANGERZ AND TRU BLACK MEGA ATTAINMENT.
Alexander McCall Smith: All the News from Everywhere
Friday 5 February 12:30pm-1:30pm Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House. Join celebrated author Alexander McCall Smith as he speaks about his life in Edinburgh (he lives on the same street as J K Rowling and Ian Rankin), the Really Terrible Orchestra (he plays shocking oboe) and his bestselling series, The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency set in Botswana. Details at www.sydneyoperahouse.com/whatson/alexander_mccall_smith.aspx
Forbidden Fruit
13 February At Aurora Hotel 324 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills. A Kenyansdownunder event, backed by Upscale Ent and Blackstar. An Appearance by Kariz Kariuki The Australian Contender Finalist. more info www.kenyansdownunder.com
Australian African Network Picnic BBQ
Sunday 14 February At Johnson Park, Constitution Road, Dulwich Hill. Australian African Network is a support group supporting families/couples from mixed African/Australian relationships and backgrounds. We are holding our first picnic for 2010. Come along and meet families silmilar to yours, bring some food to share and enjoy the good company of others. The children will have fun exploring the new playground equipment and there is plenty of room for a game of soccer or basketball. If it is raining we will meet at Abla's Cafe close by. Hope to see you all there. Please call Suzanne on: 0417 777 131 or visit our website: www.australianafricannetwork.org.au or our Facebook Account
African animals in NSW Zoos
Jan If you get the chance to visit any zoos over summer, some attractions include:
Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo (includes new zebra baby)
National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra (includes 'meet a cheetah') Mogo Zoo on South Coast (includes rare white lions)
Taronga Zoo in Mosman, Sydney (includes chimpanzees move)

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African Events: Victoria

Public transport to your event - Metlink Melbourne 131638    Road map - Whereis.com

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Kayamba Africa Australia Tour
18-21 March 2010 In Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Come enjoy the rich African culture in song and dance.. Straight from the land of Lion King, Niwakati Ent brings to you Kayamba Africa.......Let Australia Rhumba Kayamba with Mufasa,Nala,Simba,Rafiki and Zazu...." See www.niwakati.com and http://www.facebook.com//profile.php?v=feed&story_fbid=239567811979&id=63893 6438#/event.php?eid=136955146471&ref=ts

ALLAG consultation
27 March 2010 Are you: - an African migrant? - a representative or a member of an African Association in Victoria? - a service provider working with African migrants? If you have answered yes to any of the above questions, this community consultation is for you. ALLAG (www.allag.org.au) would like to invite you to the African Cultural Integration and Harmony celebration, to be held at Richmond Town Hall on Saturday 27th March 2010, from 3:30 to 9:00PM. Please visit www.allag.org.au for more informationIf you need further info please contact Dr Andre Renzaho (andre.renzaho@deakin.edu.au) or Dr John Oldroyd (joldroyd@cabrini.com.au). NB: For those coming from rural areas such as Shepparton, ALLAG will be happy to hire a bus - should a group of 20 or more express a wish to attend.

La Faya Festival 2010
Sunday 28 March 2010 At Federation Square, Swanston St Melbourne, Victoria. La Faya, meaning 'to party' is set to do just that! In 2010, this colourful & exotic community festival will be once again a celebration of Cultural Diversity in harmony. Join us for this special community event organised by a dedicated team of volunteers and supporters. Showcasing the rich & colourful culture of people from the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius, Rodrigues and Seychelles & other communities in Victoria The programme will include: .The History of Migration & Settlement of Mauritians & Rodriguans in Victoria Exhibition .Down Memory Lane - display of historical photographs .Talks, cultural workshops and traditional games .A variety of exotic, traditional and contemporary songs and dance .A Kids Corner and a Health Corner .Food Stalls selling traditional Mauritian & African delicacies and more!! Brought to you by The Cultural Historical Association of Rodriguans and Mauritians in Victoria Inc "Together we can make a difference" FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Patricia Kimtia: Mob. 0403 206 735; Email: president@charm.org.au Clency Lapierre: Mob. 0418 381 943; Email: clencyl@hotmail.com.au See www.charm.org.au

Béla Fleck's African Project featuring Oumou Sangaré
Thursday 8 April 2010 Oumou Sangarè - one of the greatest African singers you will ever hear, with a long and illustrious career, touring internationally and becoming an ambassador for the music of Mali. On stage her natural presence, huge charisma, irrepressible energy and joie de vivre is very much in evidence. Oumou's latest album Seya (Joy) was released in 2009. At Hamer Hall. Details at www.bluesfest.com.au

African Drum Session, The Horn
3rd Friday of every month 9pm on. With King Marong & Safara. On at The Horn 20 Johnston St Collingwood (03) 9417 4670. More details at www.thehorn.com.au

King Marong drum classes
Tuesdays King continues to run his beginners and advanced drumming classes on Tuesday nights at J-Studios, Nth Fitzroy. Beginners start at 6.30 pm (1 hour class) Advanced at 7.30pm (90 minute class) Cost is $150 for 6 weeks including drum hire if required. Contact King for details on 0430 465 133. Webwww.kingmarong.com

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DRUMMING CLASSes
1 February on 2010 King Marong drumming classes at Drumtek, High St Northcote. Drums supplied on request, bookings essential. Contact King on 0430465133 to book your place.
Mandinka Sound featuring Muhanamwe and One Africa
Sunday 7 February 3pm-5.30pm at Footscray Community Arts Centre Amphitheatre 45 Moreland Street Footscray. The ultimate in African roots-based music, One Africa features two of Melbourne’s most celebrated West African performers, King Marong & Lamine Sonko. Muhanamwé has emerged from the dense and vibrant undergrowth of Melbourne’s world music scene as one of the freshest and most exciting West African percussion and dance ensembles. Adults $5, kids (under 12) free Tickets at the door (Cash only) See www.footscrayarts.com
Semorishi School Library Project (Sth Africa) - Dinner/Dance
Saturday 20th FEBruary 2010 from 7pm to late at Glen Waverley Community Centre, Glen Waverley Victoria, Melways Ref71C5. Live music band! The band is made up of members of the Joyce family who immigrated from South Africa in the early 1980s. The band is called "The Lads" and is made up of; Joseph Joyce(former member of Jabulani), plays drums, James Joyce plays bass and Martin James(brother-in-law and former manager of Jabulani), plays lead guitar. The band plays a mixture of R&B, Funk, Reggae and Jazz. You can also pick up a bargain at the 'silent auction' run on the night. Food & drink: BYO alcoholic drinks. Soft drinks on sale. Main meal and snacks available for purchase. WHY?: This special event is to raise funds for The Semorishi Project. The project is raising funds to build a school library in a small village school in the Northern Province of South Africa. Email semorishi@gmail.com for ticket sales and more information or call Ken on 0404 871 907 or Mary on 0419 571 907. Adults: $25ea, Children (12 or under): $15ea
Reggae Festival
Saturday 27 February, 1-11pm. At CERES Environmental Park, Cnr Roberts and Stewart St East Brunswick. CERES is gearing up to host Melbourne's only outdoor reggae festival for the second time. With less than 2 months to go, the line-up is blessed with a gathering of bands, DJs, MCs and African dancers. This year multicultural performers will draw on their African roots to bring reggae alive on the main stage. Food from around the world and market stalls will bless the beautiful surrounds of CERES. Don't miss live acts including Kobya, King Marong & Afro Mandinko and the Asanti Dance Group, get your tickets online today from www.greentix.com
Jan-Mar 2010 African music and fun at the zoo! Visitors can spend the whole day exploring the Zoo, before relaxing on a picnic blanket and enjoying fine music, food and wine in the picturesque African Village." The African Village also offers a large range of activities including hair braiding, African tribal and animal face painting, tribal jewellery making, instrument making workshops, local community performances, African food and drink and much more. Please note, musical performances on subsequent nights will be between 5.30pm and 8.45pm. The last Safari Bus tour departs at 6pm. Walking Trails close at 8pm and the zoo closes at 9pm. Details: www.zoo.org.au/Werribbe/news_Rhythm_of_Africa_2010

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African Events: Western Australia

Public transport to your event - TransPerth 131230    Road map - Whereis.com

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Kayamba Africa Australia Tour
18-21 March 2010 In Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Come enjoy the rich African culture in song and dance.. Straight from the land of Lion King, Niwakati Ent brings to you Kayamba Africa.......Let Australia Rhumba Kayamba with Mufasa,Nala,Simba,Rafiki and Zazu...." See www.niwakati.com and http://www.facebook.com//profile.php?v=feed&story_fbid=239567811979&id=63893 6438#/event.php?eid=136955146471&ref=ts

Dreams to Reality
10 April 2010 At Sheraton Hotel Perth 207 St Adelaide Terrace WA. We are celebrating the achievements of Perth's African Professionals because; 1. Retaining of jobs among African professionals is prevalent 2.Achieving Entreprenuers are emerging 3. Achieving professionals in various disciplines are materialising 4. Selfless service call of duty to save lives e.g. Medical doctors and Nurses are becoming prominent in the community 5. Aspiration and dreams of our community to be a vibrant, progressive and valuable contributor in the state is becoming a reality. Keynote Speaker: Mr James Pearson, The Chief Executive of Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA (CCIWA). Special guests expected at the event are; 1. South African Ambassador 2. Nigerian Ambassador- His Execellency Prof Sunday Agbi 3. Ghana Consular in Perth- Dr Rod J. Marston 4. Mali Consular in Perth- Mr Max de Vietri 5. Kenya Ambassador- His Execellency Mr Stephen Kipkiyeny 6. Mauritania Consular in Perth- Mr Max de Vietri (Office of the Order of Mauritania) 7. Office of Multicultural Interest Executive Director - Ms Maria Osman. For further details please visit www.apaau.org

AFROTONIC DANCE WORKSHOPS, Perth
Tues & Thurs Tuesdays 7-8pm & Thursdays 6.30-7.30pm A great way to keep fit whilst having fun. Enjoy this unique cultural experience where you will discover how your body moves & expresses itself to the powerful beat of African rhythms. Learn easy step-by-step dances from instructors Kwame Selormey (from Ghana) and Veronique Thomann (from France). All levels welcome (incl. beginners). Cost is $15 casual or $50 for 5 classes. On Tuesdays - Joondalup Centre Library, Crn Boas Ave & Lakeside Drive. Thursdays - Chapel Space, 117 Angove St, North Perth For more info, contact Veronique 0422 889 611 or veronique@westnet.com.au or check www.afrotonic.com.au

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Events recently held
KWACHALA at Kulcha, Fremantle
Fri 5 February 8pm. Kwachala return to KULCHA in 2010 with their infectious African reggae rhythms. Kwachala means 'happy hour' and the group invites you to join them for a non-stop night of dancing, reggae and African beats. Using conscious roots and fire driven rhythms, dance floors are set ablaze at every show. Don't miss this night of 'raggazinha' - reggae, rhythm and dance. Details at Kulcha
Amadou & Mariam (Peth Fest event)
13 & 14 February Exuberant and full of spirit, this husband and wife duo mix traditional sounds from Mali with blues guitar, salsa drums, Egyptian flutes and Cuban trumpets. Beyond 'world music', Amadou's heady guitar and Mariam's lilting voice easily slide from garage-rock to solemn love songs to euphoric Afro Blues. Already superstars in Africa, they are conquering the West. Details at www.perthfestival.com.au
skin(Peth Fest event)
various dates, Feb/March At SOMERVILLE 22–28 Feb, 8pm; JOONDALUP PINES 1–7 March, 7.30pm. Film, Due to a genetic irregularity Sandra Laing (Sophie Okonedo), a black-skinned child, is born to Afrikaners Abraham (Sam Neill) and Sannie (Alice Krige). After being expelled from an all-white school, Sandra is legally 'reclassified' from white to black and then later, back again. She finds it more and more difficult to fit into an artificially segregated society for whom she is neither one thing nor the other. Details at www.perthfestival.com.au

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African Events: Queensland

Public transport to your event - TransLink 131230    Road map - Whereis.com

African Dance classes
Sat 23 January 2010 - Sat 31 July 2010 at Brisbane Capoeira School 349 Montague Rd, West End. Learn West African drumming and dancing with Linda, Yenenesh, and Michi. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere, all levels catered for, beginner to advanced. Learn djembe or dundun (or both). We can supply a drum for you to play. If you have been thinking of doing this African Drumming Thing;, take the plunge and experience the groove. Guaranteed to make you feel good and put some swing into your life. Classes every Saturday, 349 Montague Rd. Contact Michi on 0411 182 700 or email michi@triodia.com

drum and dance classes
Mila Arts Centre, 349 Montague St, West End. Monday 6pm (drum), Sat 10pm (drum), Sat 11pm (dance) All levels/ages etc welcome. Also classes at Palmwoods on Tuesdays. Email sam@mila-arts.com.au, or phone 3113 3870 or 0405 252 930 for details.

African Women's Chorus
every sunday 2-4pm. Multicultural Development Association 512 Stanley St, Woolloongabba (opposite Mater Hospital). Ph: Mudenda Rita 3892 2634, Zen Gumede 3856 6847

Capoeira Angola Brisbane
Every Friday
6:30pm - 8:30pm. For beginners - all ages and abilities welcome. (No prior experience required) Play Capoeira Angola: ...an intricate & cunning African-Brazilian art form ? a fluid and playful rhythmic martial dance ritual of deceptive vulnerability, wit and grace. Was developed by enslaved Africans in Brazil to combat colonial oppression. Now contributes to peaceful intercultural coexistence & self-determination. Strengthens creative originality & collective responsibility in communities. Classes directed by Aranha & other students under supervision by Mestre Roxinho from Brazil who leads monthly weekend workshops in Brisbane. On at Annerley Community Centre, 8 Waldheim St, Annerley Q4103 (near Ipswich Rd) ph (07) 3848 4656. More Info: School of Capoeira Angola Mato Rasteiro (ECAMAR) www.capoeira-angola.com.au

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Events recently held
Vieux Farka Toure
Tue 19 - Wed 20 Jan 10 At Brisbane Powerhouse. This January sees the first time visit to Australian shores for African guitarist/singer/songwriter, Vieux Farka Touré who is set to perform intimate club shows in both Brisbane and Melbourne, and will also be performing as part of the calendar of events at the Sydney Festival. Mixing reggae, funk, and R&B, Vieux Farka Touré breaks new ground as one of the first world music artists to embrace the sounds of rock. The son of African music legend, the late Ali Farka Touré, he draws on West African Malian traditions, and incorporates his father’s signature desert style blues to create his own unique style and sound. Details at www.brisbanepowerhouse.org

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African Events: South Australia

Public transport to your event - Adelaide Metro 8210 1000    Road map - Whereis.com

Womadelaide 2010
5-8 March 2010 Australia's major world music festival - held in Adelaide's Botanic Gardens over 3 days. Full details at http://www.womadelaide.com.au/ Africa-related performers include Ethiopiques with Ethiopian legend Mahmoud Ahmed, Mariem Hassan (Western Sahara), Public Opinion Afro Orchestra (Australia), Kamel el Harrachi (Algeria/France), Djan Djan (Mali/India/Australia), Dub Colossus (Ethiopia/UK), The Skatalites (Jamaica), Xavier Rudd and Izintaba (Australia, Sth Africa)

The Magic Waterhole
2-7 and 9-13 March A traditional African story with an explosion of excitement African-style! A sensational show with puppets, comedy, dance, costumes and drumming, presented by MRC Arts. Details: 8.00pm; $15/$12; Puppet Palace, The Garden of Unearthly Delights, Rundle Park (end of Rundle Street). Book at: FringeTix on 1300 374 643 or www.adelaidefringe.com.au

Kayamba Africa Australia Tour
18-21 March 2010 In Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Come enjoy the rich African culture in song and dance.. Straight from the land of Lion King, Niwakati Ent brings to you Kayamba Africa.......Let Australia Rhumba Kayamba with Mufasa,Nala,Simba,Rafiki and Zazu...." See www.niwakati.com and http://www.facebook.com//profile.php?v=feed&story_fbid=239567811979&id=63893 6438#/event.php?eid=136955146471&ref=ts

Béla Fleck's African Project featuring Oumou Sangaré and Band
Fri, 9 Apr 2010 Details at /www.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

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Events recently held
Kilimanjaro Kids with Futures Dinner
20 February (Saturday) 2010 A night of African Dance, Drummng and Music as Dada Nii & the Damushi Ensemble perform their up and coming Fringe 2010 show. There will be auctions, door prizes and more with all proceeds going to Team Vista to help reach the goal of building the Kilimanjaro kids schools, orphanage and community centre in Moshi, Tanzania. Tickets $100, this includes a 3 course meal, wine, beer and softdrinks. For more information see Team Vista

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African Events: ACT

Public transport to your event - Action buses 131710    Road map - Whereis.com

African Drum & Dance Workshops with Tuza from Ghana
Sat 27 Mar 2010 At Currie Crescent, Kingston ACT. The incredible Tuza from Ghana, West Africa, returns to Canberra for a Saturday of drumming and dance workshops. Tuza is known for his patient teaching style and his ability to pass on the beautiful and rich rhythms, songs and dances of Ghana. Catering for beginners through to advanced. 10 - 11.30am Drumming (Beginners) 12 - 1.30pm Drumming (Intermediate-Advanced) 2.30 - 4pm Dance (all levels welcome) $30 for one workshop, $50 for two workshops and $70 for all three. Drums hire $5. Bookings essential as places are limited. Contact number below to book or book online www.drumeffect.com.au Info: 0414 236 323

West African Drumming Classes
Wednesdays in line w/ ACT school term At Currie Crescent, Kingston ACT. Learn traditional West African drumming in group classes led by Kate Gascoyne, qualified teacher and performer with Canberra's leading drumming group, Drumassault. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings: 6.15 - 7.45pm Beginners-Intermediate 8 - 9.30pm Intermediate-Advanced Drum hire available. Enrolments essential - book online at www.drumeffect.com.au Info: 0414 236 323 or info@drumeffect.com.au

ONE LOVE REGGAE SESSIONS
1st Thurs of month 8pm on. 1st Thursday's of the month! Presented by Capital Dub Style, At Hippo Bar, Garema Place, Civic $7 entry (+18). Capital Dub Style and Hippo are proud to present to you a regular night of good vibes and beats! Starting in June 2008 the first Thursday of each month will bring to you top quality REGGAE+DANCEHALL+ROOTS+DUB. On the back of the very successful first ?Capital Dub Style #1? which saw the venue packed out and up to 30 min queues outside, C.D.S have teamed up with Hippo to keep the music flowing here in the ACT. Capital Dub Style continues its aim to keep the reggae flame alive in Canberra during spring. See website http://www.myspace.com/canberrareggae for more information

MAMADY KEITA & other African drumming workshops
Details at http://users.bigpond.net.au/drumeffect/whatson.htm

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Drumassault @ National Multicultural Festival 2010
Sat 6 February At Ainslie Ave, Canberra City. Come along to one of the best events on Canberra's calendar when the city comes alive with the 'Food and Dance Spectacular', part of the National Multicultural Festival. See Canberra's leading drumming group 'Drumassault' perform traditional Guinean rhythms in an explosive show - Ainslie Avenue, right near the Canberra Centre fountain. From 6pm - free show.
Drum & Dance Workshops with Bangourake
Saturday 13th February At Currie Cres, Kingston ACT. The amazing Mohamed Bangoura returns to Canberra for a day of drumming and dance workshops that will get your blood pumping! The workshops will cater for beginners through to advanced and drums are available for hire. Mohamed was born in Guinea, West Africa, into a Griot family and it is Griot tradition to pass on the traditional African culture through music, song and story telling. Playing djembe since the age of five; becoming a member of the internationally acclaimed 'Percussion de Guinee'; and establishing himself as a master drummer; we are lucky to have Mohamed now residing in Sydney and continuing to build on his many years of teaching and performing. Don't miss a chance to learn from the master! High energy and loads of fun!
10.00 - 11.30 Drumming (Beginners)
12.00 - 1.30 Drumming (Intermediate-Advanced) 2.30 - 4.00 Dance (all levels welcome) $30 for one workshop, $50 for two workshops and $70 for all three.
Drum hire $5. Bookings essential as places are limited. Contact number below to book or book online www.drumeffect.com.au Info: 0414 236 323 or info@drumeffect.com.au

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African Events: Northern Territory

Public transport to your event - NT bus&ferries    Road map - Whereis.com

Annual Africa-Australia Friendship Association dinner dance.
31 October Your are invited to join a celebration of African culture and cuisine at the Cyprus community centre on the 31st of October 2009. There will be Dancing to the African Beat, music, a wide variety of African dishes from all over Africa and a fully Stocked bar with subsidised drink prices. Tickets will be on sale from Tue 22nd of September 2009 at: African Beauty, shop 22/48 Rapid Creek Business Village, Trower Rd, Millner. Tel 0411 790 166 Or Georges Oteng (Millner) ph 0417 758 502 otengg@yahoo.com

SWAHILI LANGUAGE FOR BEGINNERS
Once a week for 2 hours from 6pm. For those who want to learn the basics, or brush up. At Casuarina Senior College, adult night classes. For more info contact 89201200, or after hours/weekends 89455825

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African Drum & Dance Workshops
Tuesdays, January - July 2009 Learn from a Ghanaian Master drummer. At East Point Reserve. Details at www.topendarts.com.au

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African Events: Tasmania

Public transport to your event - Metro Tasmania 13 2201    Road map - Whereis.com

Madi Cultural Festival
Saturday 27 March 2010 Hobart. 2010 Madi Cultural Festival will include traditional Madi music, dance and food, as well as a range of other African cultural demonstrations. 12 to 5pm; Moonah Community Centre, 7 Gormanston Road, Moonah.

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AFRICA TOURS

African Drum and Dance Workshop in Senegal 2010
Jan 18 to Feb 14 2010 In Yoff Senegal. Africans move to an inner rhythm that cannot be truly understood without experiencing their music, drumming, dancing, and their amazing culture. Pape Mbaye, master drummer and percussionist, invites you to experience the vibrancy and warm traditions of Senegal on this unique four week drumming and dance workshop. Living amongst a genuinely warm and friendly people, you will get to share in village life including mealtimes, everyday rituals and mystical cultural ceremonies. Whether you are a scholar or adventurer; student of music, French or culture; a professional or serious musician; or even someone who just wants a cultural holiday with a difference, this month long workshop in Senegal offers a unique and holistic experience. Visit us at www.drummingafrica.com for all the details.

"KADJAMOR" DRUM & DANCE CULTURAL STUDY TOUR TO SENEGAL MARCH 2010
29th March - 18th April 2010 Location: Senegal, West Africa. Journey into Rhythm... Join us for this unique adventure into the music, dance and cultural traditions of West Africa. Travel with inspirational dancer and drummer Fode Mane to his home village of Thionck-Essyl, a beautiful, tranquil village by the river, and experience the spirit, vibrancy and hospitality that is Senegal. For bookings and more info contact Sarah on 0415293874, email sarah@jamojamoarts.com.au or visit www.jamojamoarts.com.au

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Dance and Drumming Study tour of Senegal
June 1st to 26th 2009 Music workshops, tour, SENEGAL, WEST AFRICA June 2009. Whether you are a scholar or adventurer; student of music, French or culture; a professional or serious musician; or even someone who just wants a cultural holiday with a difference, this month long workshop in Senegal offers a unique and holistic experience. Pape Mbaye, your teacher for this infectious African drumming workshop in the seaside village of Yoff, Senegal, is what the Senegalese call "a griot." That means he's the village storyteller, the guardian of Senegal's oral and music traditions, a lineage that traces it roots back 800 years. For two and a half decades, Mbaye was not only the keeper of the history, the legends and the music for this fishing village 20 minutes or so from Dakar, but he was its head drummer. More info at www.drummingafrica.com for more information
Music workshops, tour, SENEGAL, WEST AFRICA
January 2009 & June 2009 Whether you are a scholar or adventurer; student of music, French or culture; a professional or serious musician; or even someone who just wants a cultural holiday with a difference, this month long workshop in Senegal offers a unique and holistic experience. Pape Mbaye, your teacher for this infectious African drumming workshop in the seaside village of Yoff, Senegal, is what the Senegalese call "a griot." That means he's the village storyteller, the guardian of Senegal's oral and music traditions, a lineage that traces it roots back 800 years. For two and a half decades, Mbaye was not only the keeper of the history, the legends and the music for this fishing village 20 minutes or so from Dakar, but he was its head drummer. More info at www.drummingafrica.com
"Kasumai" DRUM & DANCE CULTURAL STUDY TOUR TO SENEGAL, WEST AFRICA
APRIL 6TH - 19TH 2009 Journey into Rhythm... Join us for this unique adventure into the music, dance and cultural traditions of West Africa. Travel with inspirational dancer and drummer Fode Mane to his home village of Thionck-Essyl, a beautiful, tranquil village by the river, and experience the spirit, vibrancy and hospitality that is Senegal. For bookings and more info contact Sarah on 0415293874 or email sarah@jamojamoarts.com.au or visit www.jamojamoarts.com.au

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African Events: Drumbeat Events Form
Please submit your event as far in advance as possible - as it may take a few days before your event is added to the calendar. If you would rather email us your group or organisation's events listing, please send to submit events, ensuring you include information requested below. Thanks for your submission!

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