the
management of BEN TV has
decided to award
a Post homous award
of THE ORDER OF KILIMANJARO .The esteemed award of the Order of
Kilimanjaro is an African ritual of commendation and recognition of the
exceptional contribution of a chosen individual toward the advancement of the
human race.
The Order of Kilimanjaro is the
highest honor to be bestowed on anyone by indigenous Africans resident in the
United Kingdom.
The presentation of the Order of
Kilimanjaro shall showcase the rich traditions and culture of the African
Diaspora. An investiture with the Order of Kilimanjaro is comparable
with the coronation of a Chieftain in certain parts of the continent of Africa.
This year's elaborate and colorful ceremony shall feature rituals specially
arranged by Ethiopia tradition
The investitute with the Order of
Kilimanjaro shall culminate in the presentation of a staff of office,
specially hand-crafted from Ethiopia . This staff shall serve as a proud symbol
of excellence and the attributes of a true human being dedicated to the dignity
of humanity.
15th September 2012Fashions from the designers are presented in a fast-paced, live runway show. Guests will be treated to a fabulous display of elegant Africa oriented and high-end fashion in an array of categories from Busuuti to evening wear with a touch of Africa.This year's Ugandan fashion extravaganza designer's include:
Racheal Kisti, of Racheal Kisti designs. Her use of sumptuous fabrics, vivid colours and clothing culture frames the epitome of luxury enhanced by African influences through her clothes- An impressive yet practical achievement, considering she is a self-taught designer. Endorsing this sort of ambitious vision has helped Racheal’s foray into Fashion. Her previous collections showcased at Fashion4Africa, Africa Fashion Week London, Zed Eye show and featured in Pride and Black Beauty magazines. She has nominated a cult following among fashion lovers and continues to impress.Register to attend: www.ugandanconvention2012.eventbrite.co.ukConnie Shalita Uwineza of Clisha makes bespoke and ready-to-wear clothes for the curvacious woman who is sexy, elegant and classy. This UK based designer originally from Uganda has been designing clothes for her brand for the last four years. Connie prizes her clothes on making the customer look unique and beautiful since she believes one can't put a prize on fashion.
Register to attend: www.ugandanconvention2012.eventbrite.co.ukJudith Banya-Kyanda of Mikolo store has become a house-hold name in the diaspora not just among Ugandans but other nationalities alike due to the passion with which she has promoted Ugandan traditional wear from all areas including gomesis, omwenda, kanzu, kikoyi and Umshanana. She is also actively involved in promoting and preserving the traditional lifestyle including drums, jewellery, art and crafts, mats and rugs.
The mikolo store range will maintain the heritage of the brand, full of olubugo (organic bark cloth), and will also add vibrancy, print, colour and exuberance in élite fabrics that have attracted a multinational customer base to Ugandan traditional wear.Register to attend: www.ugandanconvention2012.eventbrite.co.ukJudith BanyaFashion show Cordinator
Email: info@ugandanconventionuk.org
