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Harlem,
New York: The African Day Parade
was recently held in Harlem, New York. The weather was nice and bright as diverse
African natives residing in and around the tri-state area gathered on 112th Street and Malcolm X Blvd (Lenox
Ave) in Harlem, New York on Sunday August 5th. As usual,
our staff was there to bring you exclusive pictures from the event.
(Above)
AFRICAN BEAUTIES: Adanma and friend
Below:
The BurkinaFaso motorcade.
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African
ladies in beautiful traditional attire doing the African rumba during
the event
HOW
IT HAPPENED:
After some gathering arrangements on 112th street, the parade took off following the designated route: From 112th Street up on Malcolm X Blvd to 116th Street. A left turn on 116th Street (Little Africa) and up all the way to Morningside Ave. A left turn on Morningside Ave. A Walk down to 114th Street. A right and entry into the park and performance stage area.
There was a brief gathering on 116th street as each country stopped for a moment to display its cultural groups, bands, artists, music, dance, and more. Later the crowd moved into the park for more African cultural display, food, people, businesses, NGOs, models, fashion show, arts and crafts, vendors, fun for the whole family! It was indeed a display of African culture in its richness and diversity as
glamorous and creative African traditional outfits and accessories dominated the streets of Harlem and New York City.
Organizers include Koné, Sylvie, DJ Watt, Olivier, Angelo, Paule-Sylvie Yonké of Global African Experience and more.
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The Nigerian Contingent
led by our Publisher, Oliver Mbamara (holding Nigerian flag), Mike Adeniyi,
and Tony Abulu, all adding some Nollywood flavor to the parade
Guests and Marshals
sitting during the performances on 116th street
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