Ujima Magazine Birthday Memories

Do You Remember? Martha Green, who is a missionary, was on our cover in 2008. Ujima chose Martha because of her courage and determination to help children who are homeless, abandoned, and sick in Kenya.  She has lived in Kenya since 2000, but comes back here to Austin every couple of months. Her testimony about the hardship young girls and boys face everyday to survive … Continue reading Ujima Magazine Birthday Memories

Wobeonfest: Austin World Music Festival~ An Interview with Jakes Srinivasan

Have you heard of the Webeonfest? It is new to me and sounds very exciting so Ujima is so pleased to share this with you. I really enjoyed speaking with Jakes Srinivasan who is the coordinator and founder of this great musical event. Ujima: What is Webeonfest? When did it start? Jakes: It stared with a blog site called Worldbeatonline. I would post about all … Continue reading Wobeonfest: Austin World Music Festival~ An Interview with Jakes Srinivasan

Ujima Magazine Birthday Memories: Courtney Sanchez (Santana) and Daniel and David Poku

When I met Courtney Sanchez (Santana), who was recently remarried, Ujima was captivated by her strong will and ability to escape a harsh life of abuse from her children’s father. But throughout her struggle, she found music and the heart to help other women who were also going through a tough time. She continues to sing and advocate for women and men who struggle to … Continue reading Ujima Magazine Birthday Memories: Courtney Sanchez (Santana) and Daniel and David Poku