Oxfam to host African fashion show in London

As part of Oxjam, the month long fundraising music festival, the charity Oxfam is launching its first night of entertainment based around African Culture on October 21.

It will feature traditional dance, song, drumming, fashion shows, and African cuisine. The event is being organised by 4TY (for the youths) a charity that aims to bring positive change to young people and empower them for a brighter future.

For the event, 4TY is joining forces with African fashion week London, Kika Holanda, Ninola Fashion and fashion guru Annosh, guest star of itv 2 show Models, Misfits and Mayhem, in aid of raising funds for Oxfam.

The collaboration will bring a mix of unique trends themed around African culture. To keep the night pulsating Coree Richards member of RNB group Damage will perform his new track while Grace Obika cousin of R&B sensation Lemar will provide a soulful flair.

Since 2006, more than 36,000 musicians have played to an audience of over 750,000 people at almost 3,000 Oxjam events, raising in excess of £1 million to fight poverty around the world.

David Anglin 4TY, Oxjam event organiser said: “This Oxjam event is bringing people from different walks of life together for a positive cause.”

This event will take place at Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, Bethnal Green, E2 6HG, a focal point of the local community, doors will open at 6:30 pm with the show starting at 7:00 pm.

Tickets for this event are priced at £12.50 and are available via www.wegottickets.com/event/131895

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