Commonwealth Games Finale To Feature Usain Bolt At Afro Caribean Centre
By HRH Princess Eugene Majuru , 31 , Jul 2014 in Slider Sports
0 0By Eugene Majuru In Glasgow
Good news for those who were not able to watch the commonwealth Games is that they will now have the opportunity to meet Usain Bolt the world`s fastest man at the Afro Caribbean centre at the special finale party on Saturday July 1 from 1pm to 1am.
This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet the living Legend so fans are encouraged to come early to avoid disappointment. Entry will be free and there will be lots of fodd and drink on sale.
As part of the Commonwealth Festive Fever, the African Caribbean Network organised a series of events to mark the 22nd games at the African-Caribbean Centre (66 Osborne Street, Glasgow).
Since the beginning of the Glasgow games the centre has been buzzing with a hive of activities including; Storytelling and poetry, music, drumming and dance Workshops, Open mic evenings, and live performances from various artists including the internationally acclaimed Funky Shepherds of Lesotho and the Scottish Indie band Mickey9s.
Featuring Live Performances by local and international artists will commence at 1pm including:
Ayawara Ensemble
Afriko Ghanaian Highlife Band from The Netherlands
2 Scottish Bands yet to be confirmed
Spoken poetry by a visiting Jamaican Poet: Randy McLaren
Zenga from Democratic Republic of Congo
Afroscot dancing by Joy-Maria
Belly-dancing by Scottish performer Morag Mackenzie
Musical performance by Jerry Bower from the Zuba band
Musical performance from Sobe from Nigeria
Story telling by Paddy Hanrahan
Including DJ Miyake and many more…
Visitors to the centre can purchase raffle tickets for £2.00 and win special prizes. Well wishers are also welcome to donate to the centre.
For Full Programme Details & Daily Updates Please visit: www.acnglasgow.org or our FACEBOOK AFRICAN and CARIBBEAN NETWORK.
Or call 07908558325, 07706687379.
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HRH Princess Eugene Majuru
Princess Eugene Majuru is a distinguished author, historian, and media entrepreneur, and a direct descendant of the royal Mbari clan of Harare. As the sovereign custodian of Harare’s heritage, she has dedicated her life to preserving and promoting Zimbabwean culture, history, and traditions. Princess Eugene is the author of acclaimed works including Chosen, A Concise History of Harare, and Reclaiming Heritage. As the founder of News of The South, she leads one of Zimbabwe’s premier media platforms, hosting press conferences and providing insightful commentary on social, cultural, and heritage issues. Passionate about education, heritage, and civic engagement, Princess Eugene blends her royal lineage with modern thought leadership to inspire and inform audiences locally and internationally.

