Sounds of Africa: ‘Farafina Kan’ African Fashion Shows You Shouldn’t Miss

The African Students Organization invites students and faculty to attend the annual Sounds of Africa event from 6-9 p.m. Sunday, April 19, in the Verizon Ballroom of the Arkansas Union.

Sounds of Africa is a performance and entertainment-filled event, versus Taste of Africa, which is more of a food-based event. The event will have various dances, singing and other talents. It is similar to a talent show, but focuses on cultural performances rooted from the continent of Africa. There will also be a fashion show, showcasing the various CLOTHING that African countries have.

This annual event brings culture awareness to the University of Arkansas and the Northwest Arkansas community. Students will be able to experience various African cultures through music, food and performances.

Sounds of Africa, which is sponsored by the Associated Student Government, is free for university students and limited tickets are available for non-students at $5 each. This event is supported by the Student Activities Fee as a funded event by the Associated Student Government and is free to all currently-enrolled University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, students who pay the student activities fee. For more information about Sounds of Africa, contact the African Students Organization at[email protected] or 479-575-3043. You can also contact the event coordinator at[email protected] or 479-856-1048.

This event requires a ticket for admission. Tickets are free to students and $5 for non-students. Ticket distribution will be from noon to 4 p.m. Monday, April 6; Wednesday, April 8; and Friday, April 10, in the Arkansas Union food court. Tickets are limited!