His name will pop up as soon as you mention African Entertainment in the DC Metro Area. A man of God and a man of great respect who commits his time to serve the Community and promote the African heritage through entertainment. He has hosted several high profile events across the African Community not just the Sierra Leonean Community. He is also very passionate about advancing the women’s movement and the empowerment of African women and girls. Please join us welcome the David Buakei Vandy as the official Co-host of Miss Africa USA 2016 billed to take place at Howard University’s Cramton Auditorium on Nov 5th 2016 from 6pm to 11pm. Please visit www.missafricausa.org for tickets via Ticket Master. Meet David Buakei Vandy With over twenty years experience in the entertainment business, David Buakei Vandy is the current host/producer of Voice of America’s musical programme, African Beat. Being very talented, David, has raised the profile of the programme, bringing together melodious tunes from all around the continent and granting interviews to already establisehed and up coming artists. The program is aired every week day, and has become a popular international platform for African artisits. David hails from the shores of Sierra Leone in West Africa, Educated at the Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone, also a Theatre artist specialized in acting and directing plays and now getting into movies. David has been in the broadcasting field twenty six years…. After years of working his way up in his field back home, he gladly embraced the opportunity to progress to the international scene. David is the Founder and Director of the first all Sierra Leonean Theatre Company – Sierra Theatre Production LLC in the United States of America. The first Sierra Leone Theatre Group to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for preforming Arts in Washington DC. His present ambition is to master the art of Radio, Television and Theatre as part of his personal development plans. David spends most of his leisure time nurturing the talents of young people a pastime he thoroughly enjoys.

She is so gracious on stage, very dynamic and classy, it is no wonder the Miss Africa USA Team is bringing her back for the second year in a row to host the Grand Finals. Described as one of the best MCs in the DMV area, this Cameroonian beauty is the kind of MC you want to host such a high profile event. She connects with the Contestants on Stage and makes them feel comfortable while pushing forward the pageant agenda. A true believer in the empowerment of girls, she is also a motivator for the girls as year after year she continues to dish out important values that every career / professional woman should carry with her every day. She is a role model and an inspiration. We welcome back Azo Nkobena. Azocha Nkobena is an executive at Accenture, a Fortune 100 global consulting firm where she has spent her entire professional career. Her experience spans across multiple industries in the commercial and public sectors (i.e. Telecommunications, Federal Government, Postal Services, Banking). She specializes in project management, governance, business development, organizational change and strategy. Originally from Cameroon, she currently resides in Maryland. In parallel with her education and career, Azocha has always believed in the power of leadership, networking, mentorship and entrepreneurship. She co-founded ForceAfrik in 2007, a non-profit organization with a mission to provide a platform for the African Diaspora to display its cultural diversity. One of the highlights of ForceAfrik was the annual African Dance Exhibition that attracted hundreds from diverse cultural backgrounds. She was also one of the founders of the Cameroonian Student Union (CSU) in 2001 which provided networking events for young Cameroonian students seeking mentorship and advice on how to succeed in the US. She has also worked with the Cameroonian Professional Society (CPS) and is a member of the Diaspora African Women’s Network (DAWN). Outside of her involvement within the community, Azocha is a female MC/host that has catered to countless events within the DMV and beyond amongst which weddings, galas and concert shows. She brings a combination of grace, eloquence, style and humor to the stage. As such she will be gracing the stage of the Miss Africa USA pageant show to celebrate its 10th year anniversary. She is an awesome MC for Events that features distinguished guests and she promises to bring her charm on the Miss Africa USA Stage. Together with Comedian Dulo, they are sure to keep you on the roll with laughs .and cheers as they welcome each delegate on Stage. For bookings, she can be contacted via email at: emceeazo@gmail.com

Pageantry is Royalty, it is therefore a great honor to have a member of African Royalty and an International Fashion Icon to Co-Chair The Miss Africa USA Pageant this year. Please take your time to read more about the impressive biography of Prince Adekoya II, his achievmenents including his recent appointment as United Nations Peace Ambassador for Nigeria. A man who takes pride in advocating for women and children, he feels very honored to have been selected as Co-Chair of this worthy event and cause. Learn More About Prince A.Z.K Adekoya II Prince A.Z.K. Adekoya, II, is a multi-hyphenated serial entrepreneur, legal expert, analyst and change maker are often used to capture Prince A.Z.K. Adekoya II. As an internationally recognized influencer in the fashion and entertainment spectrum, his royal fashion style makes an undeniable presence. His brand is always close to the pulse of entertainment affairs and highly favored during New York Fashion Week, on Yahoo spotlight, ZenRadio and more. He serves as CEO and Investor in various areas of businesses, such as: Fashion, Entertainment, Promotion, Production, and Health & Wellness. His business empire includes but not limited to: Roberta Fabiani-USA, Inc., Skadek Network lnt’I Inc., Skadek Network lnt’I Promotions & Entertainment, Skadek Health & Wellness. Roberta Fabiani-Skadek and Royal Fashion by Prince Skadek, both designed by Prince, are rapidly trending amongst royal and elite audiences. For this reason, he’s been touted as “one of the most creative and brilliant minded designers to watch”. This accolade most recently earned him the honor of becoming the “2016 Monarch Designer of the Year”. As human rights and women’s rights advocate with a wealth of experience in local and international businesses, he holds a degree in Accounting, Law, and Business Management. His academic background stems across three continents: Africa, Europe and North America. As a legal Expert and Analyst with over 15 years’ experience in Immigration, Criminal, Civil Litigation, Incorporation, Entertainments. He is currently the Managing Director at Ejezie Law Firm, with offices in New Jersey & New York. Prince proudly integrates his roots from Lagos State, Nigeria into his global presence. As a businessman and philanthropist who has successfully produced and promoted countless charitable events for organizations, churches his heart lies in empowering others and legacy building. A great emphasis is placed on his work with youth and millennials. He believes that anything the mind can conceive and the heart believes, can be achieved. He is very open minded and working relentlessly to make his community, country and the world at large a peaceful and better place to live. For more information, visit: www.skadek.com