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Glam Africa Tips: How To Take The Perfect Instagram Picture

Glam Africa - October 15, 2019

Taking Instagram pictures can be stressful sometime. I know that I could take 200 pictures and still not like any of them, so these easy tips can help you get the best picture first time. Tip 1: Make sure you have a Good camera I think this would be one of the most important […]

ST Essentials Shimmer Body Glow- 4 Perfect Moments To Bring It Out!

Glam Africa - October 14, 2019

As children we all loved glitter but now as grown-ups there are only certain times and places we can wear it…so when is the right time to get the glitter out? What is amazing about the beauty industry in 2019 is everything you used to love playing dress-up with when you were younger has been validated […]

How ST Essentials Shimmery Body Gel Is Necessary For That Summer Glow!

Glam Africa - October 11, 2019

Nothing beats an instagram selfie where your melanin just pops from every direction of lighting! Te best way to achieve this is through a Shimmering body gel made from aloe Vera gel and avocado oil. We are talking about theSt Essentials range that is 100% vegan! Birthed on a beach in Cuba, the idea […]

Introducing Cass Fitness: Fitness For All Shapes Of All Women!

Boipelo Jean Chababa - October 9, 2019

Society is changing every day and with it, the idea of uniform ideal body shapes. We sat down with someone who embraces this whole-heartedly in the world of health and fitness: Cassandra Ofori, founder of Cass Fitness in the UK, on what works for each body type. Fitness is a term used for creating a […]

Here’s What You Missed On The Red Carpet At ‘Fashion For Relief’ By Naomi Campbell

Amegavi Samuel - September 16, 2019

At the British Museum in London on September 14, model and philanthropist Naomi Campbell showcased new designed for her Fashion For Relief initiative. Naomi’s iconic figure drew a lot of stars to the red carpet to show their support for such a fulfilling project by the supermodel. Maya Jama, Tiwa Savage, Patricia Bright, Naomie Harris, Eve, Adut Akech and […]

Watch Chris Brown & Davido’s Joint Performance On The Indigoat Tour

Amegavi Samuel - September 16, 2019

Connected through music, now performing on the same stage in the United States. Nigerian Afrobeat singer David Adedeji Adeleke referred to on stage as Davido and American singer and dancer Christopher Maurice Brown, known on stage as Chris Brown recorded a hit jam for the continent and beyond titled Blow My Mind. Chris Brown kicked off his […]

Tiwa Savage Debuts Catwalk For Naomi Campbell’s ‘Fashion For Relief’

Amegavi Samuel - September 16, 2019

This is a beautiful scenario of Afrobeat marrying modelling, Naomi Campbell and Tiwa Savage just made that happened in London. Naomi Campbell needs no introduction in the world of fashion, modelling, and her infinite love for Africa, and its music, fingers pointed at Afrobeat, a genre carved and mostly enjoyed in Western Africa (Ghana and […]

Meet the 11 Women honored as GLAMOUR South Africa’s 2019 “Most Glamourous”

Chisom Winifred - September 16, 2019

South Africa Glamour had its annual Most Glamourous Women Awards this weekend and 11 women were honored with “Most Glamourous Woman” awards. It was attended by some of the most stylish South African stars such as Ayanda Thabethe, Blue Mbombo, Bonang Matheba, Gina Myers, Jessica van Heerden, Jodie Peterson, Johanna Mukoki, Justine Peterson, Melody Molale, Mihlali Ndamase, and Siyanda Dzenga. Meet the 11 honourees below; Blue Mbombo Bonang […]

“You are the best husband! Read Meghan Markle’s Birthday Message to Husband Harry

Chisom Winifred - September 16, 2019

The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle, paid tribute to her husband, Prince Harry, who celebrated his 35th birthday, Yesterday, September 15. A nine picture collage of some special moments in Harry’s life, (a previously-unseen photo from their 4-month-old son Archie‘s christening day, the day he and Meghan said “I do”, a picture of him as a baby with Princess Diana)was posted on the SussexRoyal Instagram […]

#TravelThursday: What to pack for a holiday in Lagos

Chisom Winifred - September 13, 2019

Summer season is over but that doesn’t mean our travel plans should be. Have you ever been to Nigeria? If you haven’t, you should definitely make plans to visit. It is an interesting country with unique cultures and traditions coupled with lots of cool tourist places to visit, click here to see. Considering the predominantly hot […]

Customize Your Skincare range With Mint Organic Care

Boipelo Jean Chababa - September 2, 2019

Ever dreamed of your very own custom skincare range? Bet you thought it’s an overly complex process that you’d rather not do. Maybe it’s time you met Mint Organic Care. Wether you are looking for a signature aura or scent for yoiurself, or rather thinking of showing someone close to you that they are special- […]

Health And Wellness: All the Natural Calming Oil infused Teas You Should Know About!

Boipelo Jean Chababa - August 20, 2019

The discovery of Cannabidiol’s health benefits has launched so many new product offerings all over the world, from headaches down to cancer. Our favourite however, must be the different calming teas! Our favourite Alternative Health Store Purely C*B*D offers a variety of teas for every kind of occassion that are all C*B*D Oil based. C*B*D […]

The First Episode Of The ‘RoundTable’ Airs With Jim Iyke And Adesua Etomi-Wellington About The Set-Up Movie

Amegavi Samuel - August 19, 2019

Nollywood movies are rocking the cinemas in various African countries and other parts of the world.The latest addition to the tall list of movies fetching a reasonable amount of money for the industry has to be The Set-Up starring notable Nollywood household faces such as Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Jim Iyke, Niyi Akinmolayan And Zulu Oyibo. Watch the […]

Watch South Africa’s Sho Madjozi Top-Class Performance Of Her Single ‘John Cena’ On A Colours Show

Amegavi Samuel - August 15, 2019

It’s another episode of the versatile program A Colours Show, which features numerous and talented musicians across the globe.This episode ever-loved South African musician Maya Christinah Xichavo Wegerif, affectionately called Sho Madjozi who performed her latest single John Cena, in a studio located in Berlin, Germany. Sho has a remarkable achievement so far in the music […]

CLOSET MOM: Breasts… Only Shameful When Feeding A Baby

ClosetMom - August 15, 2019

Boobs, arguably the most celebrated part of the female form.It is a multi-million-dollar industry, estimated to grow into a 2 to 4-billion-dollar industry. Women are proud of them and men adore them, until there is a baby attached to one. Then they become unsightly and all of a sudden private! What I would like to […]

All you need to know about H&M’s collaboration with South African Designer Mantsho

Chisom Winifred - August 14, 2019

H&M is dropping it’s first African designer collaboration with South African label Mantsho. Swedish multinational clothing-retail company H&M has revealed their very first collaboration with an African label, South Africa’s Mantsho, celebrating “the elegance and vibrancy of Africa”. The collection is designed to “explore a vibrant world of bold prints, creative cuts and confident styles.” […]

Ghana’s Silver Screen Goddess Jackie Appiah Just Gave The Best Vacation Chills | IMAGES

Amegavi Samuel - August 1, 2019

On Thursday, we sum-up the best vacation moment experienced by celebs, influencers and even you, you can share your moments with us. Ghanaian multi-award-winning silver screen actress, Jackie Appiah, welcomed us into her world of luxury vacation at an unknown location. The views along are so inspiring, giving us that sense of vacation alertness and […]

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Adwoa Aboah, Adut Akech Bior And Others Featured In Vogue’s ‘Forces Of Change’ With Duchess Of Sussex, Meghan Markle As Contributing Editor

Amegavi Samuel - July 29, 2019

15 Women across the world were asked the same question: What change do they want to see in the world, for the September issue of Vogue Magazine? New royal mum, Duchess Of Sussex, Meghan Markle guest-edited the latest edition, with all the names and faces appearing on the cover of this issue being women who are […]

Check Out Afro B & Ashanti Campaign For PrettyLittleThing

Boipelo Jean Chababa - July 24, 2019

Swimwear fashion brand PrettyLittleThing has teamed with Afrobeat musician Afro-B and American R&B singer Ashanti. Afro B and Ashanti have shared a short clip of the campaign song they worked together produced by Team Salut. Ashanti has recently made a splash of a come back, looking not a day older than she was when we last […]

Two Nights, Three Days! Kayatours & Koppan Hospitality Experiential Trip From Accra To Keta To Lome – A Lingering Experience

Amegavi Samuel - July 4, 2019

When it comes to the conversation about cultural heritage, historical monument, and the vivid tourists’ touchpoint on ancient colonization, Ghana sits in the centre of it. Almost all the regions in Ghana have tasted an element of the slave trades, hence, the scattering of forts and castles all over the countries, but the coastal regions […]

#TunesTuesday: Omawumi’s Seven-Track EP ‘In Her Feelings’ & Official Video For ‘Without You’

Amegavi Samuel - June 18, 2019

Omawumi Megbele, popularly known in music as Omawumi, an outstanding vocalist and entertainer in the Nigerian music landscape. Omawumi held a listening session for her fourth studio project christened ‘In Her Feelings‘ for industry close pals in Lagos. An accomplished singer by all standard, Omawumi, Chief Executive Officer of Hermanez Media, hosted the event at The […]

Beauty Bombshell: Getting The Right Festival Facebeat On Your Dark Skin – A Tutorial By Cat Shanu

Amegavi Samuel - June 17, 2019

We are slowing warming up for the main festivals in the world this year. Some have been held in the beginning but more are going to be staged towards the latter part. Beauty influencer, Cat Shanu takes us through a very basic way of getting the right make-up for any festival. From the foundation to […]

#GlamAfricaDestinations: This Adventure Experienced By Chidera Muoka In South Africa Is So Engrossing

Amegavi Samuel - June 13, 2019

Chidera Muoka’s personal documentary on her adventures in South Africa makes it feel easier to book a flight and head to the country too. We already have some great worldly locations to visit penned down in our minds before the year ends, but Chidera has convinced us to add South Africa to the top. She […]

MOM CHATS WITH CLOSET MOM: Comparative Mothering, detrimental?

ClosetMom - June 7, 2019

As a new mother, there are always going to be missteps and mistakes. Pounding on the guilt wont help you become a better mom, chatting to others in the same boat about it, will… My husband and I went out with our daughter to the pharmacy to get some prescription medications and supplies for […]

INTRODUCING: FINANCIAL FRIDAYS, THE FUN WAY!

Boipelo Jean Chababa - June 7, 2019

So, not to expose some of our readers (and editors ehm), but some of us haven’t figured out our finance yet and really need it explained in less boring ways. Well friends, welcome to the weekly review of Finance Bunny! An industry celebrity in South Africa, Nicolette Mashile rose to notoriety with her colloquial hashtag: […]

‘WHEN THEY SEE US’: The Netflix Series That’s Opened Up Old Trump Wounds

Boipelo Jean Chababa - June 7, 2019

If you have been anywhere near the internet lately, you would have come across heated conversations about Netflix’s latest hit series, When They See Us… And U.S. president Donald Trump plays a big role in it! Created and directed by Ava DuVernay, the four part series, When They See Us, dives into the infamous 1989 […]

Style Maven: Alexandriah Sho-Silva Has A Firm Hold On Women Suit Trend

Amegavi Samuel - June 7, 2019

She wears it with full confidence and pride, Alexandriah Sho-Silva’s contribution to the fashion world as an influencer makes her seek for new trends to bring to the front row. However, her love for suits has been showcased openly almost all the time, she picks any women suit design, colour and texture and turned them […]

#GlamAfricaDestinations: Boity Visits Atlantis – The Palm In Dubai, A Luxury Vacation Spot On Her Bucket List

Amegavi Samuel - June 6, 2019

Have you been to the places on your bucket list for this year? South African media personality and actress, Boitumelo Thulo, known on stage as Boity has kicked off her journey to visit destinations on her list. She was in Monaco, France a few days ago and it looks like she isn’t about to take a […]

#WhatsCookingWednesdays: The Easiest Steps In Preparing Moringa Chicken Peanut Soup By Telande World

Amegavi Samuel - June 5, 2019

While a large group of people prefer eating from restaurants, other’s prefer preparing their own meals at home mostly for the experience.Whichever decision you make on where to eat your next meal from, Talande World is making it a point to introduce you to the best African dishes that you can enjoy. The new quick […]

Style Maven: Nyawira Mumenya Makes Plus-Size An Envy With Her Screamer Looks

Amegavi Samuel - May 31, 2019

Bringing to the forefront the true nature and beauty of African women to serve as an inspiration for our readers going into the weekend, is the wheel that our Style Maven feature runs on. We have discovered another beautiful African who is spotlighting modern culture through her personal lifestyle blog. Nyawira Mumenya brings attention to […]

How To Know A New Place, Travel Blogger Dimma Umeh Travels To Italy & Shares Her Amazing Experience

Amegavi Samuel - May 30, 2019

Things can be really confusing and a bit unstable when you move to a new country, city or head to a new vacation spot for the first time, but Nigerian vlogger, Dimma Umeh makes the journey a little smoother. The headache of not knowing where to go, who to talk to and what to do in a […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Toni Olaoye Turns Her Birthday Celebration Into An Excellent Trip To Curaçao With Friends

Amegavi Samuel - May 23, 2019

What a way to celebrate your birthday! Nigerian Youtuber Toni Olaoye turned plus one recently and she managed to have an exciting trip to the beautiful island Curaçao with a friend to celebrate the occasion. Making every moment a remarkable for her, she documented the entire celebration including time spent at luxury locations like Saint Tropez […]

Beauty Bombshell: Watch Lizzie Loves’ Go-To Beauty Secret

Amegavi Samuel - May 20, 2019

Beauty blogger Lizzie Loves walks us through the simple go-to face beat that keeps her on top when she steps out for her meetings and works. She has gradually mastered the art of working on her own eyebrows, knowing the kind of shades that works so well on her skin and the perfect eye-lashes too. […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Mathilda Amoussou’s Guidance On How To Be Close Friends With Nature

Amegavi Samuel - May 16, 2019

Travelling brings a different level of knowledge of the world to you but experiencing nature in its pure form is not common.Travel influencer, Mathilda Amoussou has made it a point to showcase explore nature on every adventure she embarks on around unique places on the planet. She discovers sites that are still in their natural states […]

Why You Have To Update Your Whatsapp To The Latest Version

Amegavi Samuel - May 15, 2019

It looks like one of the world’s favourite messaging app recently came under attack from hackers, who have installed their own cyber spy on the app in order to gain access to millions of messages, emails, videos and more from users. In step taking by the Facebook-owned app, operators have advised users to update their […]

How John Dumelo & Gifty Mawunya Nkornu Took Over The Weekend In Ghana With Their Beautiful White Wedding | IMAGES

Amegavi Samuel - May 14, 2019

A beautiful floral outdoor setting in the green gardens of Royal Senchi Hotel, Akosombo, away from the capital city of Ghana, Accra was were John Dumelo and Gifty Mawunya Nkornu tied the knot officially as husband and wife. Specially restricted to just industry friends and family of the renowned Ghanaian actor and his wife including […]

DO YOU STILL NEED VALIDATION? -OPINION ON THE AYESHA CURRY RED TABLE TALK WITH JADA-PINKETT SMITH

Boipelo Jean Chababa - May 9, 2019

Frankly I am shocked that this is a conversation that we are having after all the work we as women have done to be self-loving, self-encouraging and self-validating. But the reason Ayesha Curry has been trending has spurred a social debate that reflects just how far we have or have not come as women. […]

MOTHER’S DAY: AN AFRICAN MAN’S JOURNEY WITH HIS MOTHER

Ofentse Motsoane - May 9, 2019

Mothers come from all walks of life and no matter what language they speak, they all convey a language of love. This is not love that we know and define by the day but love that is selfless, unconditional, sacrificing, patient and kind. Love that suffers, trusts, protects, prays and hopes for the best in […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Ayanda Thabethe’s Lavish Trip To Maldives Is Total Love On Ocean

Amegavi Samuel - May 9, 2019

You might want to review your travel plans for the rest of the year and include the Maldives, if it isn’t on the list already. Celebrated South African media personality and actress, Ayanda Thabethe just gave a few reasons why that change of plan is necessary. On her trip to the beautiful tropical nation located in […]

Prince Harry & Markle Meghan Reveal Name Of Newborn Son As Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor

Amegavi Samuel - May 9, 2019

Meghan Markle made her first public appearance for the first time after delivering her newborn baby with husband Prince Harry. Both Prince Harry (Duke of Sussex) and Meghan Markle (Duchess of Sussex) have agreed and named their son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor and introduced him to Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II at the Windsor Castle. Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: The Hottest & Naturally Beautiful Luxury Vacation Spots In Mauritius From Aicha’s Travel Album

Amegavi Samuel - May 2, 2019

Whichever way you choose to picture the world, there’s always an element of beauty in there somewhere that makes life around it worth living and discovering all the time. Africa is counted among the continents on the globe with beautiful natural locations for tourists from far and near. The question of how and when the […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: There’s An Enviable Evergreen Feel About Indonesia & Travel Blogger Glory Osei Just Confirmed It

Amegavi Samuel - April 25, 2019

We have been taking a closer look at some of the best destinations giving travellers that superb unexplainably enchanting feel that creates the best instatravel shot and Indonesia has made our radar again. Our trip started with influencers from the continent that have cross borders and continents to bring nothing but the finest of luxuries, […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Noella Ogochukwu Takes Us To Hotel Villa Honegg For A 5-Star Holiday Experience

Amegavi Samuel - April 18, 2019

Some of the best places in the world to have the experience of your life are exposed by travel content developers like Noella Ogochukwu. She spent a couple of days at the luxury Hotel Villa Honegg, Switzerland where she was given the finest 5-star, amazing breakfast and a beautiful sky-pool. Noella Ogochukwu’s early breakfast while enjoying the […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Chidi Ashley’s Exciting Trip To Indonesia

Amegavi Samuel - April 11, 2019

This year our travel bucket list is full of places in different parts of the world, especially the notable ones where serenity is key… and Indonesia just made the list! Talking about the beautiful beaches, safari, resorts and one those places have visited by Nigerian travel and lifestyle blogger, Chidi Ashley where she takes us […]

GA Beauty Secrets: How to achieve softer and clearer skin with F&W Gold Ultimate and Revitalizing Argan Oil.

Boipelo Jean Chababa - April 11, 2019

“Save your skin, your most precious canvas” One thing most women have in common is worrying about the health of our skin. Not only are we fighting against earthly elements, but the modern women also enjoy night outs with friends, that take time off your beauty sleep clock, drinks and delightful sweets that affect […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: DJ Zinhle’s Fun Trip To Italy Will Put You In The Travel Mood

Amegavi Samuel - April 4, 2019

One thing about travelling to a favourite spot on your wish list at times is how good you make of the moments you have whiles there. And our cover star is living all of the moments! Number African Female DJ Zinhle is travelled to Italy this week. in a trip that was preceded by a […]

Dreams Do Come True! South Africa’s Thando Hopa Becomes First Albino Model To Grace The Cover Of Vogue | Africa Motherland Edition

Amegavi Samuel - April 3, 2019

In an Instagram post to relishing the moment and successful completion of her feature as the cover star for the latest Vogue Portugal edition, the South African model and activist narrated how she once told a friend of hers she can’t wait to see people with albinism on the cover of Vogue Magazine. Little did […]

ALL YOU MISSED AT THE GLAM AFRICA THINK SMART EVENT

Boipelo Jean Chababa - April 3, 2019

Last week marked the end of the frst quarter of 2019 and we celebrated it on Thursday 27th March by hosting our Think Smart #LevelUp Event at the Huckletree West in White City, London. This event launched our latest magazine issue also titled Think Smart, which brought our readers tips and advice on new ways […]

Lupita Nyong’o announces she wrote her first children’s book called ‘Sulwe’

Boipelo Jean Chababa - April 1, 2019

If you think we are done raving about Lupita Nyong’o after the massive success of her latest movie Us, created and directed by Jordan Peele, then you are absolutely wrong. Announced just hours ago on her Instagram page, Lupita revealed the cover of her upcoming children’s book called Sulwe, illustrated by New York-based illustrator, writer […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Simply Cyn Brings Us Closer To Seychelles – We Can’t Hide Our Joy

Amegavi Samuel - March 21, 2019

The first quarter of 2019 is getting to an end, it means preparation towards vacations and honeymoon is in its advanced stages for all travel addicts. Travel and lifestyle blogger, Simply Cyn, real name Cynthia gives us several stunning reasons to add Seychelles to the bucket list of places to visit this year. Located in East Africa, […]

Villa Monticello: A Professional Woman’s Paradise

Boipelo Jean Chababa - March 21, 2019

It’s 2019, and while we have achieved a lot of growth as a people, one milestone we value the most here at Glam Africa is how far women have come in breaking ceilings in professional spaces. From the science lab to the boardroom, African women have proved to be a force to reckon with while […]

#GlamAfricaDestinations: Silvia Njoki In The Heart Of Zanzibar

Amegavi Samuel - March 14, 2019

There are a lot of histories from Africa that are yet to be shared to the rest of the world. Tanzania plays a pivotal role in that with its city, Zanzibar becoming a major tourist site for many travellers from different parts of the world. Kenyan travel content developer is in Zanzibar on work and […]

DJ ZINHLE OPENS UP THE INDUSTRY: CALLING ALL LIVE BAND MUSICIANS

Boipelo Jean Chababa - March 13, 2019

Coming from humble beginnings, our current cover star DJ Zinhle has become one of the most celebrated female house DJs in South Africa. 2019 sees the anniversary of 15-years in the industry and to celebrate this momentous occasion, she presents female musicians with the chance to be a part of her soon to be formed […]

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY: What it mean to be a woman today

Boipelo Jean Chababa - March 11, 2019

AS THE WORLD CELEBRATED INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY ON FRIDAY, WE TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A WOMAN IN 2019… Themed #BalanceForBetter, this year’s women’s day was a day to encourage a balance in society, because when there is balance- and less trauma or chaos, we as a people get to move […]

#GlamAfricaDestination: Toni Tone Captures The Beautiful Beaches, Foods & More Of Thailand

Amegavi Samuel - March 7, 2019

Toni Tone, our host for upcoming Glam Africa Think Smart event on March 27, 2019, at Huckletree West, London is gearing up in the right way – a vacation to Thailand. The London-based television presenter is currently at the mountainous Island of Phuket (Thailand) which has the country’s most popular beaches and other natural recreational centres. The […]

AKA’s Series of Tweets On Domestic Violence Against Women: “It’s not about women”

Boipelo Jean Chababa - March 7, 2019

South African rapper and philanthropist, AKA is not here to smile with anyone regarding the blasé-ed way the fight against domestic abuse is handled in the African society. In the early hours of today, the multi-award winning rapper took to his twitter page to say his piece, calling on men to do more to protect […]