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M-Net's Face Of Africa Returns!

M-Net's Face Of Africa Returns!

16 July 2009
It was magic. That’s the best way to describe last year’s fairytale finish to M-Net’s star-making Face of Africa model talent search when gorgeous Ghanaian Kate Tachie-Menson strode into the spotlight on her second attempt in the series, and walked away as the newest African catwalk sensation.

Now Face of Africa is back and focused on transforming another aspiring African model into the world’s latest style star. And this time M-Net has announced that its legendary search has metamorphosed as well, from a 4-part special into a dynamic 14-episode television series.

“Our audiences love the Face of Africa story,” says M-Net Africa Director Biola Adekanbi. “Kate, with her determination to succeed and her incredible will to follow her dream, embodies the spirit of Face of Africa. She is a true example of the appeal of the project, of its ability to change lives positively and this is what viewers are so enthusiastic about seeing. They want to see it all, the continental search, the transformations, the successes, the ultimate triumph. So M-Net has invested in a longer series, to let the Face of Africa story be told in its entirety, to let our audiences join the search and live the process.”

With the prize for the new season of Face of Africa set at USD 50 000 from M-Net plus a modeling contract with O Model Africa, which is helmed by the first Face of Africa winner Oluchi Onweagba, this year’s search promises more of the excitement, drama and glamour that Face of Africa is well known for.

Plus, in another major announcement from M-Net, the channel has also revealed that the Face of Africa 2009 Finale will be held in Nigeria, in February 2010, marking the first Face of Africa Finale to ever be held in the West African country.

Now, with the pioneering search entering season 8, the entry mechanism for this year’s M-Net Face of Africa has also evolved. Embracing the new technologies that are driving global conversation, this year’s search will be driven through a simple and comprehensive online entry process.

Entry is open to any woman who is a citizen of a sub-Saharan country and is between the ages of 17 and 24. The minimum height requirement is 1.72m, the maximum hip measurement is 96cm and entrants should not have an existing modeling contract. The deadline for online entries is August 28 2009.

Thereafter a special evaluation session will be held in 14 countries – Angola, Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe – to evaluate the most promising of the online entrants. At this time, late entrants will be considered for entry into the series, only if they have been unable to access the online entry process. In addition, any young woman considered as a finalist for Face of Africa, who is from a country which does not have a dedicated evaluation session, will be evaluated by specially selected Face of Africa representatives in their own country.

Thereafter the finalists selected to proceed in the competition, after the cross continental search, will head to Model Boot Camp during which time the Top 10 finalists will be chosen. The Top 10 finalists will then head into the M-Net Face of Africa 2009 Finale in Nigeria. And from start to finish, DStv audiences can follow the search by tuning in to M-Net and/or AfricaMagic from the end of October when the series premieres on screen.

Meanwhile would-be entrants would be wise to remember the words of the unforgettable Kate Tachie-Menson who has already graced the pages of leading African magazines and headed down runways successfully and continuously since her famous win.

“Every photo-shoot, every fashion fitting and every single time I get onto the catwalk, I live my dream because of M-Net’s Face of Africa. Now you can live yours!”
Comments
maureen oguna 14:34 - Tue, 31 Aug 2010
maureen oguna"
When is m-net face of Africa 2011 taking place?
leilah 00:24 - Mon, 15 Feb 2010
leilah"
am ugandan would like to participate in this face of africa season and would like to know when and where the auditioning will be taking place
smartlilytalk2me 06:32 - Mon, 21 Dec 2009
smartlilytalk2me"
i love to apply for the form
jammy22 17:07 - Sun, 06 Dec 2009
jammy22"
is it only for blacks? if not i'll like to be a part of dis.
veties 23:43 - Tue, 27 Oct 2009
veties"
i am light in complexion does that mean..can i eneter..
Liforter 16:09 - Fri, 16 Oct 2009
Liforter"
Please tell me why M-net hardly involves Cameroon or Cameroonians in their TV shows, such as BBA, FOA, etc and winners are always from West, East or South Africa.
Liforter 16:08 - Fri, 16 Oct 2009
Liforter"
Hello Africa, i am Melanie 22 years old from Cameroon. I also registered for the FOA 2009 and i wasn't choosen but, i am not offended because i have been watching M-net, and i must tell you, they always make the right choices. Keep it up M-net, for the most important thing is the hope and fairy tale stories you give to every African.

But pls tell me why M-net hardly involves Cameroon or Cameroonians in their TV shows, such as BBA, FOA, etc and winners are always from West, East or South Africa.
Liforter 15:51 - Fri, 16 Oct 2009
Liforter"
Hello Africa, i am melanie from Cameroon. I also registered for the FOA 2009 and i wasn't choosen but, i am not offended because i have been watching M-net, and i must tell you, they always make the right choices. Keep it up M-net, for the most important thing is the hope and fairy tale stories you give to every African.
anga (chad) 14:07 - Wed, 14 Oct 2009
anga (chad)"
big kiz du chad
kuwan5 11:22 - Fri, 09 Oct 2009
kuwan5"
pls can I STILL participart in d up comin face of africa i registered since bt i dnt kn if ive bein selected or my c,try dnt take part pls let me kn 4 im desperate i got all d qualities u need plssss just give me a try n u wnt regret it 4 im rely desperate my email kuwan5@yahoo.com pls i ll be impatiently waitin 4 uir reply.THANKS
kuwan5 11:18 - Fri, 09 Oct 2009
kuwan5"
pls can iill participart in d up comin face of africa i registered since bt i dnt kn if ive bein selected or my c,try dnt take part pls let me kn 4 im desperate i got all d qualities u need plssss just give me a try n u wnt regret it 4 im rely desperate my email kuwan5@yahoo.com pls i ll be impatiently waitin 4 uir reply.THANKS
kuwan5 11:04 - Fri, 09 Oct 2009
kuwan5"
pls i register bt i dnt send my pic can i do it nw pls im desperate to be part of u. is cameroon participatin pls bba help me i kn i got d skills tall abt 1.75m slim broad shoulders very long legs n fingers i got what mit interest u just give me a try email kuwan5@yahoo.com pls im beggin 4 u elders to try n get to as soon as possible so i can get myself ready im ll be impatiently waitin 4 ur reply.plsssss just give me a try n u wnt regret it.THANKS FOR UNDERSTANDING
Ann Karwitha 15:51 - Thu, 01 Oct 2009
Ann Karwitha"
Hey am a girl who would love to audition for the Mnet FACE OF AFRICA competition but I don't live in Nairobi and that's where the auditions are. I know I have the qualities but I am unable to get to Nairobi for the auditions. Is it possible for the auditions to also come to Mombasa so that we can audition? Please.
BUL 00:26 - Wed, 30 Sep 2009
BUL"
when is it starting? Am interested
Vanessa vaz 20:00 - Sat, 26 Sep 2009
Vanessa vaz"
when is it startin?
matisha 10:57 - Sat, 26 Sep 2009
matisha"
i would like to know when physical auditions will be held in zimbabwe or south africa and how i can apply on line to enter the competition
fainana 08:44 - Thu, 24 Sep 2009
fainana"
when are the auditions in Kenya.
oluchinwokocha 16:50 - Tue, 22 Sep 2009
oluchinwokocha"
plzz may i knw some details on face of africa . i just registered. how will u reach the participants like me
fagbemi adetutu 22:17 - Mon, 21 Sep 2009
fagbemi adetutu"
can i still participate pls..... i was jst aware now
mstluvjossy 14:41 - Fri, 18 Sep 2009
mstluvjossy"
pls can u guys let me know if dev contacted d applicants in Nigeria,if no ,den wen will dey contact us? since d audition in Nigeria is dis commin tuesday.Pls reply 2 calm my worried heart.
austelakon 12:07 - Fri, 18 Sep 2009
austelakon"
keep the ball rolling.
Nkiruka01 14:01 - Thu, 17 Sep 2009
Nkiruka01"
please, i wanna be part of this .am a nigerian .
oyatoyeoluwatosin 01:48 - Thu, 17 Sep 2009
oyatoyeoluwatosin"
I am a 23 year old Nigerian,1.6m tall, yet to secure an international passport which could be ready by 25th of sept.2009. Do i stand a chance of participating.
fainana 09:57 - Wed, 16 Sep 2009
fainana"
I want to when are the auditions in my country coz i wona try ma luck, am Kenyan and i guess i have what it takes pliz help.
Metrade 21:08 - Tue, 15 Sep 2009
Metrade"
i want to take part.what am i supposed to do?
igalve 12:05 - Mon, 14 Sep 2009
igalve"
there are no face of africa representatives in my country (south sudan) and i tried applying on line but i failed...i believe i am what your looking for...what can i do?
igalve 11:52 - Mon, 14 Sep 2009
igalve"
there are no face of africa representatives in my country (south sudan) and i tried applying on line but i failed...i believe i am what your looking for...what can i do?
igalve 11:48 - Mon, 14 Sep 2009
igalve"
there are no face of africa representatives in my country (south sudan) and i tried applying on line but i failed...i believe i am what your looking for...what can i do?
jsmile 00:49 - Mon, 14 Sep 2009
jsmile"
How can i register for the face of africa coming up? Please tell me the procedures and requirement needed. Thanks
pelmah 22:44 - Sun, 13 Sep 2009
pelmah"
tomorrow is the audition in my country and i rily wana hav a chance to stnd for my country at the boot camp .wht can i do for them to choose me coz this is my last chance to enter bcoz the age is not on my side and i know only people who can make me a star and also make my dreams to become true is mnet.
sherry k 23:01 - Fri, 11 Sep 2009
sherry k"
i think i stand the chance,i juss need to know wat i have to do.please let me know!!!!
joez1903 01:21 - Fri, 11 Sep 2009
joez1903"
beautiful!!
Queenyetty 04:36 - Tue, 08 Sep 2009
Queenyetty"
i wud av lov 2 be part of d show but age is not on my side. anything else i can do on mnet? i'l be glad. i love dancing n cud also present shows.
alikha2007 16:35 - Mon, 07 Sep 2009
alikha2007"
Oh my God! everytime i click on online entry form it shows error , what can i do? I want to enter so badly....
gxr4u 15:17 - Mon, 07 Sep 2009
gxr4u"
awesome
Oluwaremilekun 15:13 - Fri, 04 Sep 2009
Oluwaremilekun"
Has the entry closed for real or There has been an extension pls, i need to know cos i think i stand the chance of being that face.
Aminu Kehinde 10:33 - Fri, 04 Sep 2009
Aminu Kehinde"
when is the deadline of the entry
Enhle M 14:06 - Wed, 02 Sep 2009
Enhle M"
NICE.... WOWO IF I WERE NOT THIS SHORT I WOULD ENTER....... GOOD LUCK LADIES AND WATCH CHANNEL O ON WEDNESDAYS 6:30 FOR MORE INFO ON STAYING YOUNG GIFTED AND AFRICAN
Miss Jamaica 17:41 - Wed, 26 Aug 2009
Miss Jamaica"
amugelang
Phylux 22:25 - Tue, 25 Aug 2009
Phylux"
wao0! Anyhw for those f us dat didn't worth contestin we wil join d fanz . Abi hw bout that
rozzie 10:11 - Tue, 25 Aug 2009
rozzie"
can i resend my pictures again because i did not follow instruction while sending the pictures?i feel they are not right
princess viv 16:11 - Thu, 20 Aug 2009
princess viv"
When is the due date for the entries??
Elektra 15:02 - Thu, 13 Aug 2009
Elektra"
Hi. I see once you go onto the online entry, there's a PDF version of the entry form available for download on the top right. You can fill that in and submit it at your nearest Multichoice office:)
kaping'a 14:41 - Thu, 13 Aug 2009
kaping
ive been having problems entering on-line and am panicking! pls help! there has to be another way to enter this thing is just not working. the dead-line is getting closer help PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kaping'a 14:31 - Thu, 13 Aug 2009
kaping
ive been having problems entering on-line and am panicking! pls help! there has to be another way to enter this thing is just not working. the dead-line is getting closer help PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ajiks 17:42 - Wed, 12 Aug 2009
Ajiks"
is anyone else having problems with the online registration? we have been having the problem for weeks now....the upload pictures page keeps refusing to upload...it keep showing the same thing over and over again..........is there any other way to enter other than online?????? pls help
lovina 09:36 - Mon, 10 Aug 2009
lovina"
what about people with stretch mark can they contest
ssgouws 13:37 - Fri, 07 Aug 2009
ssgouws"
Is it only for black girls?
etulove 11:10 - Fri, 07 Aug 2009
etulove"
how do i get my reply that im in or made it to the first round?
BIGDOE'S WIFEY 04:38 - Fri, 07 Aug 2009
BIGDOE
I so wana do ths,bt im only 1.99m,oh gosh!
Onuorah karizma 18:51 - Thu, 06 Aug 2009
Onuorah karizma"
Where will d audition take place in naija
lollipopo 16:56 - Mon, 03 Aug 2009
lollipopo"
when is the evaluation excercise taking place?
shamim 16:13 - Mon, 03 Aug 2009
shamim"
we are all waiting to see who will be the next queen to the throne
Hlobi 11:23 - Sun, 02 Aug 2009
Hlobi"
I'm only 1.63m tall cant you have mercy on me?
v.babe 09:24 - Wed, 29 Jul 2009
v.babe"
wen can we be part of the action
DAVID MENSAH 14:32 - Tue, 28 Jul 2009
DAVID MENSAH"
can ladies from equatorial Guinea take part since this country is not part of the 14 selected countries geared for the evaluation session
claire-misika 11:18 - Fri, 24 Jul 2009
claire-misika"
I am still 24, but making 25 on 30/AUG, can i still take part?
katjano 14:56 - Tue, 21 Jul 2009
katjano"
is it only for blacks?
Duchess 12:13 - Tue, 21 Jul 2009
Duchess"
i luv to be part of it bt all the photo shot is d problem am avin
sharmy 16:54 - Thu, 16 Jul 2009
sharmy"
when will it start to be broadcasted on tv

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