Joy Of Africa

Project organiser Ombassa Sophera says: "Joy Of Africa is a unique project, created to shed new light and information about the beauty and cultures of the African continent, to bring cohesion, understanding and a sense of unity to the residents of the Hastings and Bexhill Communities. This is an event that is sure to uplift, educate and connect communities in the Hastings area, while providing young people and local artists the opportunity to share their gifts with the community."

On Saturday, November 25, children from the local community, youth organisations and secondary schools such as Cranbrook, Bexhill High and St. Mary's School and College, will be actively participating in the event at Bexhill High School by sharing their presentations, research projects and performances about the African continent.

Ombassa says:"We are so excited about this event, the work done by these young people has been outstanding. Young people involved will receive a Millennium Award for their participation in the project.

"The day will also involve interactive performances, the re-creation of African villages and townships, workshops including: stone carving, mask making, jewellery making, sampling a smorgasbord of sumptuous food from various parts of the Continent."

Event coordinator Shila Jassal says: "Our intention is to provide the community with an event that would uplift, educate and connect communities in this area, also to provide young people and local artists the opportunity to share their gifts with the community."