Johannesburg's Beautiful Young Things

If you want to really be in the know about what "the beautiful people" in Johanesburg are up to, follow The Time (South Africa) blog: Beautiful Young Things. Sunday Times social reporter Gabisile Ndebele and photographer Eddie Mtsweni show you where the party is with snaps of Jozi’s beautiful young people and provide commentary about who and what is hot! Check out blogs.thetimes.co.za/beautifulyoungthings for the details.

MIMI Style Link: Celebrity Spotting: Front Row And VIP At The Fashion Shows

(Photo Credits: Abby Wilcox)

The New "Soul" Voice Of Cameroon: Blick Bassy

MIMI loves sharing news about fresh, new talent from around the world. We were recently alerted to Blick Bassy, and even though we are planning an in-depth interview with him, we just had to write something about him now—his music is that good. Blick Bassy is the new "soul" voice of Cameroon—soul meaning vocals that come from within. Bassy says: “The soul of my music isn’t so much in the words, it’s in the way of singing. In fact, the melody is a mould for the words.” On his new album Léman (which has various release dates around the world), the singer/ songwriter/ guitarist/ percussionist connects the music of Central and West Africa and mixes it with bossa nova, jazz and soul. Bassy’s guitar playing and intoxicating, soft voice are enriched by the kora, calabash and a double bass resulting in a unique, haunting sound which is velvety with subtle harmonies, yet also raw with groovy rhythms. This is definitely one worth checking out; visit www.myspace.com/blickbassy2 Look out for him in an upcoming MIMI issue!

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March 2009: Art & Soul

Spring is here, and so is the March issue of MIMI, Art & Soul! In this issue, you will find stories about talented African women who are pursuing their passions in a socially responsible manner, such as Alache a Christian soul singer (A Tune Of Her Own); Bobby Taylor, founder of Bobby Taylor Consulting (Bobby Taylor: PR Maven); and Anneli Akinde, Nkeiruka Oruche, and Chichi Aneke artists dedicated to promoting art and culture (Dream To Design: One3Snaphot!). You'll also read Why I Love African Men and preview Thando Zamxaka's Afri-Futuristic fashion designs. Happy reading!

MIMI Link: Volume 5, Issue 3, Art & Soul www.mimimagazine.com/2009/march

February 2009: Love, Laugh, Live

South Africa's favorite couple, Zam and Nkhesani Nkosi grace the February 2009 cover of MIMI, theme Live, Love, Love. Learn all about the fabulous, smart, and powerful couple in Zam And Nkhensani: A Love Story. Also, in this issue, educate yourself about women's health by reading an excerpt from Dr. Ngozi Osuagwu's book, Letters To My Sisters, indulge your fashion sense by viewing Bridal Couture and Sun Goddess Spring Summer collections, and read about Associate Editor Mimi Tsiane's wedding in Just Mimi ... And Uhm 1? Find all this, and more in MIMI's February 2009 issue.

All About MIMI Link: Volume 5, Issue 2: Love, Laugh, Live www.mimimagazine.com/2009/february

January 2009: A Fresh Start!

MIMI celebrates its four year anniversary with a new layout! Take some time to get to rediscover MIMI and let us know what you think of our new look in your comments below.

As you explore MIMI, you'll read all about Model and entrepreneur Lerato Moloi, the face of Elizabeth Arden South Africa, who graces our special anniversary issue. Read all about Lerato Moloi's rise to the top in Breaking Ground: Lerato Moloi. Also, get inspired to make this The Year Of Change, take a look at of Stoned Cherrie's Spring Summer beautiful collection, and so much more!

All About MIMI Link: Volume 5, Issue 1: A Fresh Start www.mimimagazine.com/2009/january/index.html