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Showing posts with label Africa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Africa. Show all posts

Friday, December 6, 2013

Rest In Peace, Nelson Mandela













Rest In Peace Nelson Mandela. God Bless You! 


          We are deeply saddened by the passing of an icon and a legend whose legacy for humanity still lives on and continued to be exemplified by selfless men and women. His long battle and suffering with lung complication has come to an end.The vanguard of humanity who changed the world and make a difference has finally rested peacefully with the lord. We are so blessed to have a man who stand up against discrimination, segregation and oppression not only for his beloved South Africa but also served as a great inspiration to all nations in the world. One of the best man that walked the earth showed kindness, unconditional love and selfless service whose only noble desire is equality, justice and fairness among all men with no regards to color or background. What really draws deep in my heart is that after being imprisoned for 27 harrowing and depressing years he showed no trace of bitterness and anger in his heart and even granted sincere forgiveness to those who wrong him - what a kind and gentle soul. May we continue to learn from him, from his legacy and serve him as an inspiration in today's world that in our own little ways we could make a difference in the world. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Madiba family, relatives and friends of Mr. Nelson Mandela and also to the entire nation, South Africa. Our prayers are with you. God bless you, Mr. Nelson Mandela. Rest in Peace.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Mr. Gay World 2012




         Mr. Gay World 2012 Contestants In Their Official Swimwear


                 Mr. Gay World 2012 Contestants In Their Official Shirt



  Mr. Gay World 2012 Winner - Andreas Derleth from New Zealand

Mr. Gay World 2012 Finals was held last April 8, 2012 at Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg. The male pageant for gays which runs from April 4 - 8 saw 25 male contestants competing for the title. Mr. New Zealand, Andreas Derleth was named Mr. Gay World 2012 at the end of the event. 1st runner-up is South Africa, 2nd runner-up is France, 3rd runner up is USA and 4th runner up is Netherlands.Special Awards like Mr. Congeniality and Best in National Costume were given to the deserving winners.  DJ and television presenter Soli Philander and freelance actress Cathy Specific hosted the spectacular event which saw some performances from popular artists such as local African group Umoja, Ukraine pop star Kamaliya, singer Baby M from Japan and South Africa's very own actor and television producer Terence Bridgett and Alexander Steyn, dancer, singer and actor and of course, Mr. Gay South Africa 2011 first runner up. Mr Gay World is an annual contest for gay men, seeking to establish ambassadors for Gay and Human Rights, with winners of national contests competing as delegates in a variety of categories. This competition is the most publicized gay contest in the world.
    Here are the official results of the male pageant competition:


Mr. Gay World 2012: New Zealand - Andreas Derleth
1st Runner-Up: South Africa - Lance Weyer
2nd Runner-Up: France - Remy Frejaville
3rd Runner-Up: USA - Kevin Scott Power
4th Runer-Up: Netherlands - Thom Goderie


Top Ten:
USA - Kevin Scott Power
Canada - Thomas Egil
Australia - Benjamin Michael
France - Remy Frejaville
Netherlands - Thom Goderie
Hong Kong - Jimmy Wong
South Africa - Lance Weyer
New Zealand - Andreas Derleth
Czech Republic - Tomas Fryda
Philippines - Carlito Floro Rosadino, Jr.


Special Awards:






Mr. Gay Photogenic - Argentina - Gonzalo Enrique Bagalor
Mr. Gay Outreach - Czech Republic
Mr. Congeniality - Netherlands
Mr. Formal Wear - Netherlands
Mr. Sport Challenge - New Zealand
Mr. Swimwear - New Zealand

Best In Interview Challenge - New Zealand
Best in National Costume - Philippines
People's Choice Award - Philippines 

Top Score In The MGW Written Exam - South Africa
2012 Eric Butter Philanthropy Award - Coenie Kukkuk

Judges:

Brian Bedford-Eichler - Editor in Chief, Spartacus International Gay Guide

Eric Butter - President, Mr. Gay World Organization

Andrew Creagh - Editor in Chief and Founder, DNA Magazine Australia

Frank Malaba - Zimbabwean actor, human rights activist, playwright and radio producer/host, anchor and producer of Radio Today Outspoken, the only LGBT talk show in Africa

Dr. Pubern Padayachee - doctor, tv presenter and part-time Bollywood actor

Remco Teppema - co-founder and co-publisher of gay publications, Winq and Mate Magazine Holland.

Terry Tucker - professional geoscientist and senior executive in the mineral exploration, mining and finance industry


My favorite contestants were from Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, Czech Republic, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Philippines, South Africa, Switzerland, USA


Photo Credits Courtesy of: Mr. Gay World and Mr. Gay Europe
Information Courtesy of: Mr. Gay World Official Website and Wikipedia

Friday, June 25, 2010

FIFA World Cup 2010 South Africa Heating Up



      World Cup 2010 is making a global heatwaves in South Africa with 32 teams from all over the world competing for the coveted World Cup ball trophy with millions of fans are coming over on in nine stadiums in the cities of Johannesburg, Durban, Capetown, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Polokwane, Rustenburg, Nelspruit to watch the games live and billions of other fans around the world are tuning on their television. But not everything about FIFA World Cup 2010 is frenzy and craziness but of course with controversy from the annoying and disturbing vuvuzela horns, the unpredictable Adidas Jabulani ball to unfair and bias referees. But of course, everyone must deal with that and that doesn't even make a major impact to disrupt the games and get in the way of people's partying in the world's most popular sports. Surprise and real shocker came however from the games itself with lots of disappointment and unbelievable wins. Host South Africa opened the games with a draw against its opponent Mexico, former World Cup champions Uruguay and France settled in for a draw with a goal less game, Mexico upsets France, the underdog USA which stuns Spain in last year's tune up game came to reprise its conquering the World Cup by giving England a headache to settle for a draw and threat those who undermine the team, Ghana win over Serbia, but most of all is Portugal winning of 7 goals to a scoreless DPR (North) Korea team. See more of the action as the games unfold and as we draw closer to the finals on July 11.