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Saturday, January 10, 2015

Top 5 Hottest Candice Swanepoel Photos

Ouch! Talk about hot women, +Candice Swanepoel just takes the cake. Candice Susan Swanepoel is a South African fashion model best known for her work with Victoria's Secret. In 2012, she came in 10th on the Forbes top-earning models list.
 We just love women that are bad. South African model Candice Swanepoel showed off a whole new side to herself as she pose that booty in this hot photo. Candice Swanepoel was born on October 20, 1988 in Mooi River, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
 Candice Swanepoel is a South African fashion model who has a net worth of $16 million. Swanepoel was first discovered in a flea market at the age of 15. Candice Swanepoel measurements are within the standards that are ... and some of the other superstars worth looking at are Sofia Vergara.
 Candice Swanepoel is a famous South African model globally known for her association with lingerie giant Victoria's Secret. This is one lady that I would love to meet, not just sexually, but for an exclusive interview also.

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

See What Barack Obama Thinks About African-Americans


Last week, as a part of a series of conversations, President Barack Obama spoke to author Ta-Nehisi Coates about a variety of topics, with one of them being reparations for African-Americans. Many African-Americans have voiced their opinion about the idea of reparations being given to their people, especially considering the lasting impact of the Jim Crow era and slavery on the community. During the interview, Barack Obama mentioned that he felt African-Americans deserved reparations, but that he did not think it would be politically achievable. Obama said that wrongs done to the black community should be acknowledged, and that "society has a moral obligation to make a large, aggressive investment, even if it’s not in the form of individual reparations checks, but in the form of a Marshall Plan, in order to close those gaps [of wealth and education]."

Obama kept it real about getting support from Congress for reparations, saying, "I’m not so optimistic as to think that you would ever be able to garner a majority of an American Congress that would make those kinds of investments above and beyond the kinds of investments that could be made in a progressive program for lifting up all people." He then went on to put his entire idea into a clear perspective, saying, "I have much more confidence in my ability, or any president or any leader’s ability, to mobilize the American people around a multiyear, multibillion-dollar investment to help every child in poverty in this country than I am in being able to mobilize the country around providing a benefit specific to African Americans as a consequence of slavery and Jim Crow."

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

African China – Letter To Mr President @african_china


Veteran artist – African China returns with another socially conscious tune titled “Letter To Mr President”. The song borrows a lot from his classic – “Mr President”, it addresses the current situation of things in the country.

Monday, January 26, 2015

The Racist State Of America Persists


Tracist state violence has been a consistent theme in the history of people of African descent in North America, it has become especially noteworthy during the administration of the first African-American president, whose very election was widely interpreted as heralding the advent of a new, postracial era.

Thursday, December 7, 2017

Wizkid Fires At Organizers Of African Awards

Most international awards have categories for African acts but the trend for most of these awards is to give the African awards backstage, away from the main show. Wizkid is not having any of that however as he stressed in a recent press conference.

The singer stressed that if the organizers don’t show the same love they show his international counterparts, they can as well keep their love. He also explained that it is part of the reason why he does not attend most award shows.

Monday, June 6, 2016

African-American Music Appreciation Month

In a recent proclamation, President Obama declared the month of June 2016 “African-American Music Appreciation Month.” We figured we’d celebrate the only way we know how: by sharing some of the best music ever recorded with the greatest fans music has ever had! In the words of the President himself, "African-American music helps us imagine a better world, and it offers hope that we will get there together.” Music to our ears.

Thursday, January 23, 2014

The First Female President

Those are some pretty big shoes to fill, but President Samba-Panza is up for the challenge. Congrats are in order for Catherine Samba-Panza. She has been elected as the first female president of the Central African Republic.

Ms. Samba-Panza was the mayor of Bangui and became the interim president after beating rival, Desire Kolingba, son of the ousted president. President Samba-Panza is tasked with ending the sectarian violence that has been plaguing the Central African Republic for nearly a year.

During her acceptance speech, President Samba-Panza said, “I call on my children, especially the anti-balaka, to put down their arms and stop all the fighting. The same goes for the ex-Seleka – they should not have fear. I don’t want to hear any more talk of murders and killings.”

Seleka militia, a Muslim group, went on a killing and looting spree that led to revenge attacks by the anti-balaka, a Christian militia. President Samba-Panza is a Christian, but seen as politically neutral because she does not have ties to either group, said she would try to bring the country together. “Starting today, I am the president of all Central Africans without exclusion.”

Many now hope that the election of Samba-Panza will help to bring calm to the nation of 4.6 million people. Here’s hoping President Samba-Panza has what it takes to lead her nation into a peaceful future.

Thursday, February 6, 2014

The Most Luxurious Train


Rovos Rail brings the luxury and decadence of the olden days back to train travel. Get ready for a ride to remember -- with butler service, gourmet meals, and authentic cabooses nicer than any hotel you’ve ever visited.

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

#NewVideo Davido – African Girl @iam_Davido


Davido has dished out a new banger titled, “African Girl” while we are still grooving to his previous single “Assurance”. “African Girl” is a fresh single from the ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ himself which is produced By Young John.


Sunday, June 26, 2016

Pinky Top 5 Hottest Photos

(The Wrap-Up Magazine) The super sexy body of a beast Pinky is featured in our next hottest models collection. Ebony porn star Pinky is one sexy black babe that will get those juices pumping any time you see her perform.
 Watch pornstar Pinky in 124 Videos and 17 photo sets from all over the web. Pinky first appears alongside Blinky, Inky, and Clyde in the original arcade classic, Pac-Man. She is the second ghost to leave the chamber in the middle of the maze.
 Everything’s funny. Or at the very least, that can be said about the Internets reaction to porn star Pinky’s recent weight gain. The latest word on the street in fap land is that legendary porn star, PinkyXXX, has been diagnosed with HIV, but I don't believe in rumors.
 Pinky the Pornstar is an African-American adult actress with an estimated net worth of $500 thousand. Pinky Born and raised in West Oakland, California, this African American/Italian actress and director forged her own path.

Thursday, May 24, 2018

#NewMusic Mikky Jaggaz – Make Me Kolo @MikkyJaggaz


Nigerian-born, Johannesburg based afro-pop / dance-hall musician Mikky Jaggaz is all set with a new single ‘Make Me Kolo’ which is pidgin English for making me crazy and we are all proof that more often than not, crazy is good.

Jaggaz is well on his way to arching out his place in the industry having featured on South African house legend; Professor’s album in the single; ‘We Mali’ which also featured top line South African house DJ/Producer Heavy K.

Monday, January 30, 2017

Is Trump A Dictator?

Magic Johnson gave his two cents on Donald Trump's controversial travel ban, on Sunday night [Jan. 29], saying that it is "not who we are as Americans." He also directed some sharp words at the President, with a warning that he remember he is legislating over democracy.

"It’s just not a good time. He’s gotta learn you can’t just be a dictator. We’ve never had a president like that. We’ve always had a president who brought the country together and brought all people together. That’s what we need today, right now, and we’re not getting that," Johnson told a TMZ reporter while exiting the W Hotel in Los Angeles.

The Trump Administration has moved quickly to deliver on the promises he made to his base over the course of his campaign. The executive order, which denies all refugees entry into the U.S. for a four month period, blocks citizens from seven Middle Eastern and African countries for the next 90-days and instills a ban on refugees from Syria indefinitely, which comes days after he signed an order to begin construction on a Mexican border wall. Johnson touched on each of those decisions, while also raising the plight of African-Americans and women.

Friday, May 29, 2020

Name A Rock Band That Inspired You The Most


I know it may be hard to limit your answer to one rock & roll musician, but the Wrap-Up Magazine want to know which rock band have inspired you the most throughout the years?

Certain trends emerge as you explore how rock's 100 biggest bands got their names. From AC/DC to ZZ Top, many rock bands have made it to the top of the charts while some didn't. Rock music also drew strongly from a number of other genres such as electric blues and folk, and incorporated influences from jazz, classical and other musical styles.

Rock music's long, storied past has made it a versatile style of music beloved by many. It has elicited calls of action for peace, been blamed for violence, and, most of all, entertained the people of the world since its inception.

Sunday, March 24, 2024

What Happened to Cross Colours Clothing Brand

 


Cross Colours became a cultural phenomenon in the early ‘90s. The company sought to break down racial barriers one brightly piece of clothing at a time. But after a few years, Cross Colours lost appeal and faded into obscurity. 

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Why Prejudice Still Lives

(The Wrap-Up Magazine) I am a African American who was born in Mississippi. I have encountered various types of racism. One thing I have learned is that it's all in how you were raised. I get criticized because I am married to a white woman and have mixed children.

I have come to find out that there are more blacks prejudice than whites. For some reason, blacks believe that whites owe them something for bringing them here! But I say Thank You! Without the white man bringing our ancestors to America, I would not be able to own my own house website, or business.

When people talk about cops killing blacks, I turn the other cheek. Due to the fact that I feel cops are afraid of blacks just as blacks are afraid of cops. We are almost in a civil war, not because of whats going on, but how the media portrays it. Why is it than when a black person get shot by a cop it's blasted all over the media? But when the same thing happens to a white person, you hear nothing.

I'm not taking any sides, just giving my 2 cents on the matter.

Friday, August 26, 2016

We Must Change In Order To Evolve


It's time that us as black people change our ways of living. Change implies making either an essential difference often amounting to a loss of original identity or a substitution of one thing for another. Change bring the cause to be different.

The process of causing a function, practice, or thing to become different somehow compared to what it is at present or what it was in the past. Companies can undergo changes in a specific division, such as a marketing division, or as a whole.

When most African Americans open their own business, they like to attract the wrong crowd many times thinking that that's the way out. What's wrong with taking a new route and attracting all crowds to help boost more sales. You need to be able to make quick changes to your plan any time that the situation dictates you need them.

We were going through many changes and they were all for the better and would help us grow as people in the future. Develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form. The definition of evolve is to develop gradually or set free. An example of evolve is bettering your yoga skills by doing more yoga.


Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Cathy Hughes Inducted Into Broadcasting Hall of Fame


Media mogul Cathy Hughes is used to making history. Hughes was the first African American woman to become vice president and general manager of a station in Washington D.C. 

In 1999,  Hughes became the first African-American woman to chair a publicly held corporation, following the sale of more than seven million shares of common stock to the public Continuing her groundbreaking, it was recently announced that he UrbanOne founder was inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters N(AB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame, making her the first Black woman to be inducted into the radio category.

Cathy Hughes is a truly remarkable broadcaster and entrepreneur whose contributions continue to greatly influence and drive our industry,” said NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith. “We look forward to honoring Cathy with this well-deserved award at this year’s NAB Show.”

Congratulations to Cathy Hughes on her incredible achievement.

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Thursday, May 28, 2015

MTV Cribs With Ne-Yo


"The Wrap-Up Magazine" gives you an exclusive visual to Ne-Yo crib in Atlanta. Check out his 5 bedroom 4 bathroom crib here. Ne-Yo was born in Camden, Arkansas. His father is of African American and Chinese descent, and his mother is African-American.

Sunday, September 25, 2016

The African American Museum Opens

The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture officially opens Saturday. More than 100 years after it was originally proposed, the Museum is opening its doors in Washington, D.C.. President Obama will dedicate the museum in a ceremony in the morning, joined by tens of thousands of people.

Friday, January 27, 2017

Teacher Asks Students To Act Like Slaves

The mother of a child at a middle school in Staunton, Virginia is calling upon the NAACP to investigate the actions of a teacher who she says forced Black students in her class to play the role of slaves while teaching a lesson on the Louisiana Purchase.

Tamika Derozen says she reported the 6th-grade teacher after her son recently came home from Shelburne Middle School and detailed having been asked, along with other Black students, to come to the front of the classroom and pretend that they were picking cotton. "He said, 'Mom, I didn't know what to do. I wanted to walk out of the class, but I didn't want to get in trouble,'" Derozen said. According to Derozen's son, some of the white students were even invited up to play in the role of slave masters.

Derozen had initially agreed to sit across from the teacher in a meeting mediated by the school's principal but decided against it when she learned the teacher attempted to defend her lesson by showing students a clip from Roots, asking them whether it would have made sense to have anyone but Black people represent slavery. "She went on to say, 'exactly my point. For those of you that I offended, I apologize. But I want you to understand my reason for calling you up as African-Americans is because you better fit the role as a slave," said Derozen.

Staunton City Schools Superintendent, Linda Reviea, says the district is investigating the incident. "If such behavior occurred, it is grossly inappropriate, insensitive and contradictory to the values of our school division and will not be tolerated. At all times we expect our teachers and staff to be positive role models and demonstrate sound judgment," she said in a statement made to the press. "I want to emphasize that in no way does Staunton City Schools condone or encourage instruction that deliberately singles out a person or group because of race and subjects them to disparagement or humiliation."

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