On Saturday 27th April 2013 the Sierra Leonean Diaspora
in the USA celebrated their country’s 52nd Independence
Anniversary. Hosted by The GWB Commission, the classy
and patriotic 5th Annual Green. White. & Blue. Ball
was held at the Historic Howard Theatre, Washington DC.
The ball was not only attended by Sierra Leoneans but by
fabulous guests from other African nations and friends from
the Caribbean.
The night started with the presentation of
awards honouring exceptional Sierra Leoneans making an
impact in Diaspora and in Sierra Leone. The awards
segment was hosted by Farai Gundan. Awardees
included Director General of UNIDO Dr. Kandeh K.
Yumkella (Lifetime Achievement Award), International
Ballerina Michaela DePrince (Arts and Entertainment
Award), Ola Dpt (Sports Award), and Liesel Renner
(Humanitarian Award).
The theme was Hollywood inspired with cultured elegance.
Performances included traditional and cultural music by
Janka Nabay and Vicki Forna, while DJ Lebbie and DJ
No Name kept the atmosphere going with great sounds
throughout the night. Commemorating the event
were delectable green, white, and blue cup cakes and cake
pops provided by Kulture Kakes.
The successful event was sponsored by Arik Air, Jabs
Group, Face 2 Face Africa, and Miss Jessies. Partners
included BellaNaija, Restycle, Prince Zamira
Photography, Because I Am Fabulous, Runaworks
Studios, Applause Africa, Ms. Dunnie O. and African
Limelight.
Partial proceeds will go to non-profit organization Throne
Room Orphanage Educational Center. www.troec.org.
For more information please visit
www.gwbcommission.com or

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