Today April 27, 2015, marks the 54th Independence anniversary of my beloved country Sierra Leone. Happy Birthday Mama Salone!
The Sierra Leonean Community of British Columbia Canada came together on Saturday April 25th 2015 to celebrate our country, culture and experiences. Like every Sierra Leonean event, it was a celebration that transcended political affiliations, tribal lines and religious beliefs. This was my first Salone event since moving to BC almost three years. Boy was it fun to be around fellow Sierra Leoneans, eat delicious traditional food, and dance to good old Salone music!
It may seem there is not much to be happy about considering what is currently happening in the country, ( I will delve into this in another post) and all the nation has gone through since her Independence. Nonetheless I remain hopeful that Sierra Leone will rise from the ashes. I am confident that my generation of Sierra Leoneans will bring about the change for our ascent to glory. There is a reason to celebrate because there is hope.
Check out some pictures and videos of the event below
Getting ready and very excited for the big event! Had to represent in my Green White and Blue.
Green white and Blue everywhere!
Group Selfie with my Salone brothers
Posing with the gorgeous Christina
Everyone getting their cameras ready for the traditional dancers
Making my way to the stage to take pictures!
Click the link below to watch the Sierra Leone Independence Day celebration cultural young stars performance Posted by Rachel Kay on Saturday, 25 April 2015
Yes, these young Salone girls rocked that stage
My favorite part of the evening was the Mende Goboi performance. This bad boy came out and stole the whole show. The crowd went wild. I LOVE MY CULTURE! Check out the videos below.
Posted by Rachel Kay on Sunday, 26 April 2015
Here is another YouTube video
Goboi doing his thing
Dancing with the Goboi
More dancing
It is wrap, yours truly is tired and sweaty after a great time!
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