Royal Profile: Queen from Sierra Leone, Miss Hawa Kamara

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I hope you and yours are doing well. I've been very busy and trying to keep up with life, thanks be to God. Besides living out my platforms of advocating for SHERO and women in STEM, my goal as Miss Sierra Leone USA and onward is to highlight and celebrate my fellow queens and titleholders from Sierra Leone. Using my blog as a tool to thoroughly highlight our queens, this post is to get to know a beautiful titleholder and a phenomenal young lady. Ladies and gentlemen, get to know this beauty with a purpose that is using her crown for a good cause, Miss Hawa Kamara.

Presenting... Queen Hawa Kamara

Miss West Africa International 2013-2014 Hawa Kamara from Sierra Leone

Who is Miss Hawa Kamara?

Age: 23 years old
Place of Birth: Kono District, Sierra Leone
Country of Residence: Republic of Sierra Leone
Hobbies/Interests: loves going to the gym; listening to music; and reading.

Miss West Africa International 2013 Hawa Kamara

Education:
Annie Walsh Memorial School
Methodist Girls' High School

Miss West Africa International Hawa Kamara

Miss West Africa International Hawa Kamara

Pageant Experience
Miss Methodist Girls' High School
Miss Independence Sierra Leone 2010
Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2012
Reigning Miss West Africa International 2013-2014

Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2012 Hawa Kamara

Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2012 Hawa Kamara representing Salone at the 2013 Miss West Africa International pageant

Miss West Africa Salone 2012 Hawa Kamara at the 2013 Miss West Africa International pageant

Hawa Kamara representing Sierra Leone at the 2013 Miss West Africa pageant

Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2012 and Miss West Africa International 2013 Hawa Kamara from Sierra Leone

Queen With A Crown and Cause
Queen Hawa is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Girl Pikin For Betteh (Krio to English translation: "girl child must be successful"). GPFB is a gender-specific, prevention education program for girls ages 8 to 16. The purpose of this organization is to inspire and promote self love, self esteem, and decision-making skills. This organization works to inspire girls to further their education, prevent unplanned pregnancy, and teenage prostitution. In addition, Queen Hawa is the face of AFRiLOSOPHY, a fashion line that promotes the African culture.

Ebola Awareness: Miss West Africa Sierra Leone 2013-2014 Hawa Kamara

Sierra Leone's Pride: Miss West Africa Hawa Kamara

Celebrating Sierra Leone's Culture
Queen Hawa Kamara

African Pride: Queen Hawa Kamara

Statement from Queen Hawa
I am a firm believer in education. I love to preach peace. I am a really hardworking young lady. I will advice mankind to redefine their relationships with God, because we all just never know when our journey will end. Redefine our relationships with God every day.

Model: Hawa Kamara

Beautiful Sierra Leone
Queen Hawa Kamara

African Queen: Miss West Africa International 2013-2014 Hawa Kamara

Personal Remarks

A God-fearing woman, one of the things I like about Queen Hawa is her way of redefining beauty. In pageantry, one is used to seeing queens with long braids, wigs or weaves, and larger-than-life hairstyles, but this queen redefines beauty. Since I have gotten to know of her, she has always rocked her bald/low-cut hairstyle and does it so beautifully. This fashionista is an unconventional beauty that loves and lives her life the best way she can, and always has a happy countenance. Additionally, I am a little bias towards Queen Hawa because we have something in common. We share the same Alma Mater: Methodist Girls' High School. Being a product of "Honour Before Honours," it is no surprise Queen Hawa excels in many ways. Keep reaching for excellence and nothing less, Queen Hawa. You're truly a beauty with a purpose.

African Beauty: Hawa Kamara

Model: Hawa Kamara

Green, White, and Blue:
Sierra Leone's Hawa Kamara

Additional Fun Facts about Queen Hawa

• Reads every day
• 5 feet 6 inches tall
• Adviser and consultant at Miss Sierra Leone Limited
• Mentor and teacher to more than 40 youths in Sierra Leone
• Model and has been featured in several advertisements and videos
• Managing Director at Matthew's Artistic Skills For Youth Empowerment (MASYEO-SL)
• 3rd Sierra Leonean woman to win the Miss West Africa International title (there have been 4 MWA winners)

Miss West Africa International 2013 Hawa Kamara

Miss West Africa International Hawa Kamara

Smile that brightens the world: Miss West Africa International Hawa Kamara

I believe in sharing and making people smile no matter the situation they find themselves. 
- Miss Hawa Kamara, Miss West Africa 2013-2014.

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Miss Sierra Leone USA Ruby B. Johnson Stars as Matorma in 2014 Stage Play 'Cry of the Country Virgin'

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I hope you and yours are doing well. I've been doing fantastic and loving every moment of Summer 2014, thanks be to God! As I had alluded in a previous post, exactly a month from today I'll be starring in the classic Sierra Leonean stage play, Cry of the Country Virgin. Growing up in Sierra Leone and Nigeria, I was very involved in Drama Club and I did a lot of acting and singing, as well as dancing performances and competitions for my schools. I have fond memories of performing at British Council in Freetown representing my Alma Mater The Murraydeen Preparatory School and performing for large audiences. Living in the United States for over the past decade, I got re-involved into theater again through playwright, actor, and director David Buakei Vandy. My first stage play in the US was Let Me Die Alone: The Life and Times of Madam Yoko in June 2011. Fast forward three years later, I'm working with him again as the lead character, named Matorma, in the upcoming production of Cry of the Country Virgin written by Syl Johnson. In addition to acting, I'll be singing and dancing; I'm also learning Mende for some of the dialogue and all the songs. Myself, entire cast, and production team are working very hard to give all of you a phenomenal show, so please be there to support us and open your hearts to be moved by the play's powerful message.

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson Stars as lead character in Cry of the Country Virgin
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It’s time for the greatest African stage play ever Cry of the Country Virgin, written by Syl Johnson, edited and directed by David Buakei Vandy; showing on Saturday August 16th, 2014 at 4101 Fairfax Parkway, Alexandria, VA 22312. Doors open at 6:00 pm prompt.

Cry of the Country Virgin is based on a true story that took place in the south-Eastern province of Sierra Leone. It highlights the impact of polygamous marriages namely: jealousy between wives, children and to what extent some would go to be the center of attention in the home. 

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Cry of the Country Virgin
August 16, 2014
4101 Fairfax Parkway, Alexandria, VA 22312
6:00 PM
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Cry of the Country Virgin chronicles the life of a young virgin – Matorma who was admired and adored by all in her village. Due to the evil nature of her step mother Yema, Matorma lost her mother and the only thing that could have brought her happiness, going to the Bondo Society. Matorma became the maid in the home and suffered immensely at the hands of her step mother, father, and sister Musu.

The play features Star actors like: The Reigning Miss Sierra Leone USA Ruby B. Johnson as Matorma, the Sensational Wokie Minah as Yema, Victor Tarmoh of Tegloma fame as Mahin, Brian Conteh as B.S. Joy Dominion as Musu, Antonia Marie Akpan as Jeneba, Sao Bangura as Sowei, and the Entertaining David Vandy as Kenya Lavalie and more.

"Cry of the Country Virgin" stage play

If you have ever wondered about life beyond the grave; or what some people would do to get what they want, then make it a date with the cast of Cry of the Country Virgin. All of your questions will be answered as this amazing and talented cast exposes the bitter truth about: love, loneliness, womanhood, friendship, rivalry, and much more, all happening on Saturday August 16th 2014 at 4101 Fairfax Parkway Alexandria, VA 22312.

Tickets are priced at $50.00 (VIP and refreshment) front seat guaranteed, $30.00 at the gate, and $25.00 in advance before show day.

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson Sings, Dances, and Stars as Matorma in Cry of the Country Virgin
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CRY OF THE COUNTRY VIRGIN IS A PLAY YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS.

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Miss Sierra Leone USA Attends 2014 Sierra Leone Progressive Union's Independence Day Picnic

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I hope you and yours are doing well. I'm doing fabulous, thanks be to God! On July 4th, I attended the Sierra Leone Progressive Union's (SLPU) annual picnic in commemoration of our nation's Independence Day in Virginia. This was my second time attending this picnic, I was a special guest there last year. It was a lovely event getting to see familiar faces, and meeting wonderful new folks. Being a picnic, the food was delicious and I took home a lovely spread of take-out. Thanks to all that blessed me with the food! Overall, I had a phenomenal time on such a beautiful day.

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and little Miss Soraya (daughter of Actor/Comedian Foday Kargbo)

Mr. David Vandy (Voice of America anchor and Director) and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and some cast mates of 'Cry of the Country Virgin'

On August 16, 2014, I will be starring in the classic Sierra Leonean play Cry of the Country Virgin as Matorma, the lead character. At this event, an excerpt was scheduled to be performed to show a preview of our stage play; so a good amount of the cast was present. I'll be blogging more details about tickets and more information in an upcoming post. Don't miss this masterpiece African experience next month! Below is the flier for the play.

Cry of the Country Virgin
August 16, 2014 at 6:30 pm
4101 Fairfax Parkway, Alexandria, Virginia 22312

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Musician/Dancer Ahmed Janka Nabay (King of Bubu Music)

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Mr. Joseph Umarr Deen-Koroma (All People's Congress Youth Wing Leader in the US)

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Mr. Foday Kargbo (Actor/Comedian)

My "Showbiz Dad"
Mr. David Buakei Vandy and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Little Miss Soraya and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Special Remarks:

HAPPY 238th BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!!!

Happy Independence Day to these United States of America. Special thanks to all the women and men that serve our country in and out of uniform. Our nation may not be perfect, but I know we have come a very long way and the best is yet to come. Hardworking citizens of this nation, whether born here or naturalized, built it. I am grateful for the sacrifices made for me to live in this country by my mother, and all the historical figures in the civil rights movement and women's movement, etc. I wear my Miss Sierra Leone USA sash proudly always because I know represent a phenomenal diaspora in a great nation. I am proud to be an American. I am a proud Sierra Leonean American. May God continue to bless the USA.

Ruby B. Johnson,
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Miss Sierra Leone USA Attends 2014 Grand Opening of Crystal Restaurant - Taste of Marieland

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I hope you and yours are doing well. I'm doing well, thanks be to God. Last Sunday, I attended the grand opening of Crystal Restaurant - Taste of Marieland in Hyattsville, Maryland. The owner of this restaurant is Senegalese US-based Chef Marie Joe. This event was hosted by Angolan US-based personality Gil Ingles, and there were many wonderful music and dance performances. Of course, there was delicious food!

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Ruby Red!
Miss Sierra Leone USA 2012-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Chef Marie Joe (Owner of Crytal Restaurant - Taste of Marieland)

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson getting introduced by event MC Gil Ingles

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and music producer Gil Ingles

1/2 of My Dynamic (Photography) Duo
Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Mrs. Mikki Rafik (Videographer of Life Depicted Productions)

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Chef Marie Joe on the dance floor

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Chef Marie Joe on the dance floor

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Troy-Massa (health consultant and high school friend)

Ma Winny Casey (Fashion Designer of Mitindo Nite, and Owner of Miss Tanzania USA pageant) and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and Miss Sao Bangura (Actress/TV Personality)

Miss Laetitia Mbukapindu (Miss Congo USA 2005 and Founder/CEO of Mz. Congo Model and Talent Agency)

Right-Left:
Rapper Asuzu performing next to Chef Marie Joe, Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson, and Koby Maxwell

Actor/Singer/Producer Koby Maxwell and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson and rapper Asuzu

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson having fun on the dance floor with Chef Marie Joe and Troy-Massa

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson having fun on the dance floor

Overall, I had a great time at the event. It entailed yummy food, great people, as well as awesome music and dancing. If you are ever visiting the state of Maryland, I recommend you visit this restaurant and enjoy the delicious African cuisine.

Chef Marie Joe (Owner, Crystal Restaurant - Taste of Marieland) and Miss Sierra Leone USA 2012-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Can you guess my favorite color???
Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

Miss Sierra Leone USA 2013-2014 Ruby B. Johnson

If you really want to make a friend, go to someone's house and eat with him... the people who give you their food give you their heart. - Cesar Chavez

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