Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 8
The eight session of Ubuntu Learning Hub continues this Saturday 3 June 2023 at Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmoore avenue, Johnsonville, Wellington from 12noon to 3pm
Session 8 Adult Topic is: Nutrition and Healthy Lunches and Session 8 Youth Topic is: Start-Up 101 – The ABC’s of starting your business tomorrow
We have two fantastic speakers Hannah Aldersley and Warkina Tujuba who are experienced nutritionist and business innovator respectively.
Official Complaint Against Mike Hosking’s Africa Denigration Statement
Posted 2 June 2023
Under the ethics of journalism, Mike Hosking was given a job to present objective discourse but ended up denigrating people of African descent in one of his morning talk shows. While this cannot be argued to be a one-off statement or statements made in error, a repeated pattern has been observed in Mike’s derogatory use of the words “Sub-Saharan Africa”. Members of the African community have raised several complaints to the ACCW Board about this pattern of behaviour.
After making a submission, please share a copy to info@africancommunity.org.nz for collation and further action as deemed necessary until a resolution is achieved.
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 7
Posted 26 May 2023
The seventh session of Ubuntu Learning Hub continues this Saturday 27 May 2023 at Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmoore Avenue, Johnsonville, Wellington from 12noon to 3pm
Session 7 Adult Topic: Transition from early Childhood Education to Primary School and Youth Topic: DJ101-All the skills you need to start your DJ journey
We have three fantastic speakers Anastasia Aukuso-Lolo, Eddie Ennion and Caio Bruno who are experienced as a deputy principal and professional DJs respectively.
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 6
Posted 13 May 2023
The sixth session of Ubuntu Learning Hub continue this Saturday 13 May 2023 at Johnsonville Club, 1 Norman Lane, Johnsonville, Wellington from 12noon to 3pm
Session 6 topic 1: The role of school counsellor and what parents can expect from their school’s counsellor
Session 6 topic 2: Home Schooling: A parent sharing her personal journey
We have two fantastic speakers Jawahir Ahmed and Denise Byarugaba who are experienced experts in counselling and community engagement.
2023 African Day @ Parliament
Posted 12 May 2023
African Community Council of Wellington (ACCW) in conjunction with MP Ibrahim Omer, will host parliament celebration of Africa Day 2023. All members of the African community including family and friends of Africa are welcome to attend to celebrate 60 years of advancements since the first establishment of Organisation of African Unity (OAU) on 25 May 1963.
Date: Thursday 8 June 2023
Venue: Banquet Hall, New Zealand Parliament
Time: 5:30pm to 8pm
Dress Code: Formal and African Attire
RSVP: Compulsory (due to parliament security protocols with 300 capacity) – RSVP closes 1 June 2023
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 5
Posted 12 May 2023
The fifth session of Ubuntu Learning Hub continues Saturday 6 May 2023 at Akau Tangi Sports Centre, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington from 12pm – 3pm
Session 5 topic is: Managing the disconnect between parents and children after immigrating to New Zealand
We have a fantastic speaker Sabina Larsen from Reachout Counselling. Sabina is an experienced counsellor adopting several technique in proving mental health advice.
Isaac Kissi Appeal Fund
Posted 25 April 2023
Isaac Kissi is a warm, friendly and compassionate husband and father of three children. Isaac was born in Ghana and a specialist car spray painting specialist. The medical team provided Isaac with a diagnosis of stroke which affected the right side of his body.
If you would like to organise a visit please email info@africancommunity.org.nz to make arrangements. For financial donations to this appeal please use:
Name: African Community Council Wellington
Account Number: 02-0560-0153347-025
Reference: Isaac Kissi
Spotlight on ViFA Radio’s Francois Byamana
Posted 24 April 2023
Francois Byamana Judah is ACCW community broadcaster and one of the presenters of VIFA (Vibes from AFRIKA). Francois Byamana interest in Media especially in radio started when he was a young boy growing up in ex Zaire, currently Democratic Republic of Congo. He is a father of two sons, both keen football players.
To join the show click the link: https://www.accessradio.org.nz/
If you missed the live show, you can listen to the podcast using this link: https://www.accessradio.org.nz/vibes-from-africa.html
Workingmen’s Bowling Club Consultation
Posted 24 April 2023
Feedback on the Workingmen’s Bowling Club located at 177 Owen Street in Newtown closes on 27 April 2023. Newtown hosts a good number of Africans and members of the ACCW Board have joined ACCW members in attending several consultation meetings and shared ideas for possible use of this space.
To read the news about this consultation visit: https://wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/news-and-information/our-wellington/2023/03/workingmens-bowling-club
To fill out your submission visit: https://www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz/bowling-club-newtown
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 4
Posted Monday 24 April 2023
The fourth Ubuntu Learning Hub resumes Saturday 29 April at Akau Tangi Sports Centre, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington from 12pm – 2:30pm.
Session 4 topic is: Cybersafety and Privacy
We have a fantastic speaker Boniface Ushaka from the MBIE. Boniface is an experienced information technology security consultant.
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 3
Posted on Friday 31 March 2023
The third Community Learning Hub workshop is this Saturday on the 1st of April from 10am-12pm.
Three simultaneous sessions for all family groups:
– The Adult session will be led by speakers from Ministry of Education (Annelies Mead and Ian McHale)
– The Youth session will be led by (TBC)
– The Children session will be led by Fasya Enegbuma
The topic will be ‘Understanding NCEA and Pathways‘
Ubuntu Learning Hub – Session 2
Posted on Thursday 23 March 2023
The second Community Learning Hub workshop is this Saturday on the 25th of March from 10am-12pm.
Three simultaneous sessions for all family groups:
– The Adult session will be led by our Education Lead Elma Behring
– The Youth session will be led by (TBC)
– The Children session will be led by Fasya Enegbuma
The topic will be ‘Understanding NZ Health Curriculum and Sexuality Education in Schools – what is on the curriculum and what parents need to know‘.
Multicultural Backyard Cricket Festival
Posted on Thursday 23 March 2023
Cricket Wellington, with the support of ChangeMakers, and are thrilled to announce the following upcoming community event at the Cello Basin Reserve. On Saturday 1st April, join us in celebrating Wellington’s diverse community with an all-inclusive, Multi-cultural Backyard Cricket Festival.
The event is free for all to attend, and alongside free food from eight ethnic food stalls, there will be games, music, henna hand painting, face painting and more! Additionally, the New Zealand Cricket Museum will be open on the day, offering an opportunity to explore the rich history of cricket in New Zealand.
Registration Open for the 2023 Football and Futsal Season!
Posted on Wednesday 22 March 2023
Participants can apply for support in playing or attending:
Club Football (Junior, Youth, Senior), School Football (College), Term 1 Futsal, Coaching Courses and Refereeing Courses
Participants can apply for different support structures for the 2023 season:
Kakariki (Full support), Kowhai (Partial Support) and Kikorangi (Registration Support)