Sierra Leone’s First Lady Dr Fatima Bio to celebrate Black History Month in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes celebrates Black History Month with an Art, Culture, and Business Exhibition taking place on the 12th and 13th of October 2024.

Sierra Leone’s First Lady – H.E. Dr. Fatima Maada Bio will deliver the Keynote address at the opening ceremony of the event on 12th October. The exhibition which will be held at Middleton Hall, Central Milton Keynes aims to celebrate the rich diversity of Black culture, art, and entrepreneurship.

Later in the evening of the 12th October, Dr Bio will attend a special book launch and cultural pageant scheduled as part of the series of events.

The book written by Nana Ofori-Atta Oguntola and titled: "Twenty-One African Queens Every Young Girl Should Know About" with the Foreword personally written by the First Lady; celebrates the legacy of 21 remarkable African queens, with the goal of inspiring young girls to take pride in their heritage and aspire to greatness.

The book launch will also feature a unique beauty pageant, where contestants will dress in historical costumes representing one of the queens featured in the book. The event promises to be a vivid celebration of culture, strength, and beauty. The highlight of the evening will be when Dr Bio crowns the winner as “African Queen UK”, adding a prestigious and royal touch to an already exciting occasion.

The Event Organiser and Author - Nana Ofori-Atta Oguntola said: “I am incredibly honoured to have Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio join us for this Black History Month celebration.”

She added: “As my friend, we have worked together on several events and I personally know that her dedication to uplifting people especially women, aligns perfectly with the mission of our exhibition and book launch. I believe her presence will make this year's Black History Month in Milton Keynes an unforgettable and empowering experience.”

Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, education, and African heritage, will set the tone for the event with an inspiring keynote address that highlights the importance of embracing history and culture while fostering new opportunities for future generations.

Dr. Fatima Maada Bio is a global advocate for women’s rights, education, and health. As the First Lady of Sierra Leone, she leads initiatives aimed at empowering women and young girls and is widely respected for her work in advancing equality and justice for all.

Her dedication to uplifting African culture has made her an influential voice both in Sierra Leone and internationally.

Dignitaries, community leaders, and businesses from across the UK will attend, making this a historic occasion for the Milton Keynes community.

Event Details:

• Black History Month Art, Culture, and Business Exhibition

Date: 12th to 13th October 2024

Time: 9am

Venue: Middleton Hall, Central Milton Keynes

• Book Launch: "Twenty-One African Queens Every Young Girl Should Know About"

Date: 12th October 2024

Time: 7pm to 11.30pm

Venue: Delta by Marriot, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes

Highlight: African Queens Beauty Pageant with the crowning of “African Queen UK”