Miss. Nappturality

Teesha Borum is a contestant for Miss. Nappturality

Going-Natural.com has kicked off it’s natural hair competition, Miss. Nappturality. 

African and African-American women from various segments of the country will compete to win the title and to be crowned Miss. Nappturality.

 The women, who range in age and diversity, will have to prove why they are worthy of the award.

They will be judged not just on their beauty, but also on their philosophy pertaining to natural hair and contributions, which they make to the natural hair culture.

Amina Momolu, an African Junior at the University of Maryland said that she is excited about the competition and can’t wait for it to start.

“Of course I am elated about this,” said Amina. “I mean it’s not everyday you see a competition for black women that encourages natural beauty. It’s very necessary, and I hope it get’s picked up for television.”

Picture by: Going-Natural.com

 

Face of Africa

Face Of Africa

The Face of Africa Competition, sponsored by M-Net is back once again for it’s eight season. Many women will battle for the first place position and to receive the title: “Face of Africa.”

The competition, which was previously a four-part series, will now adorn the TV screens of millions of Africans, who will partake in the newly revamped 14-episode television series. The series will be available on M-Net’s website for viewing.

“I am really looking forward to watching the new series of Face of Africa,” said Ifeoma Adaku, an avid Face of Africa viewer and Morgan State University student. “I’m extremely inspired by the models, who compete every year.”

The popular competition has brought out tons of young, bubbling, anxious and determined women seeking recognition and a chance to become a glamorous international model.

M-Net Brand Manager Khobane Gideon said the competition has served to encourage unity all over Africa, according to AllAfrica.com. “It has crossed boundaries and given young African women who dream of international fame an opportunity to chase that dream.”

Face of Africa’s 2008 winner was Ghanaian Kate Tachie-Menson. The competition kicks off in February 2010. Prizes include 50,000 USD and a modeling contract.

 (Photo by African Fashion Week)