27 Jan 2012
Kuumba Festival promises something for everyone

“Exploring African Roots Through a 21st Century Perspective” is the theme for this year’s Kuumba Festival. More than just an exhibit, Kuumba offers an in-depth look into African culture and seeks to make connections between the past and the present.

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A&E, Headline, Music, Visual Arts »

27 Jan 2012
Kuumba Festival promises something for everyone

“Exploring African Roots Through a 21st Century Perspective” is the theme for this year’s Kuumba Festival. More than just an exhibit, Kuumba offers an in-depth look into African culture and seeks to make connections between the past and the present.

Interview, People & Community »

27 Jan 2012
Q&A with Sanaaj Mirrie

Sanaaj Mirrie is a noted dancer and the head of cultural arts agency Afiwi International. The Jamaican born Ontarian will be part of the Kamshuka Photography sponsored workshop, Building your Power Brand.

Money & Careers »

27 Jan 2012
Work it Out: Corporate Drama

What better way to explore the intricacies of skills like customer service, conflict management, presentation skills or other management issues than with roleplaying and improvisational activities that open people up to new ways of thinking and behaving?

Health & Fitness, Lifestyle »

26 Jan 2012
Simply Natural Ideas: How to stop craving sugar

Would you like to learn how to stop craving sugar? Start with a few of these practical tips.

A&E, Interview, Music »

26 Jan 2012
Q&A with Farley Flex

The Scarborough native is busy these days serving as a motivational speaker all over Canada as well as advocating the issue of diversity in the corporate world.

People & Community »

25 Jan 2012
Q&A with DJ JoeLee Lissanu

Sway caught up with the renowned DJ JoeLee Lissanu as he explains the beautiful design of his lounge, Lambadina and what he has in store for his valued customers.

People & Community »

24 Jan 2012
Diaspora Diaries: You can’t bring that in here

During a presentation in Rwanda, I heard one of our partners compare some types of people to chickens sold in the market. These chickens are tied up for so long that when they are released, they don’t run away. They become so used to being tied up and defeated that they don’t realize when they’re free.

Health & Fitness, People & Community »

23 Jan 2012
Q&A with Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Richard Phillips

The Windsor resident tells Sway why he feels there needs to be a “black secretariat” dedicated to health issues and health promotion for Ontario.

A&E, Poetry »

23 Jan 2012
When Sisters Speak hits home with the ladies

Black men, white society, fathers, sex and other weighty matters were the targets of a sextet of talented spoken word performers who took the stage Saturday night at the 12th Annual When Sisters Speak event.

Horoscope »

23 Jan 2012
Weekly Horoscope: January 23 – January 29

Sway’s weekly horoscope will give you the straight goods for your sign — don’t miss it!