Judges – Munch Africa

Veronica Kunbi Olalere

Munch Africa — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:37:42 +0000

I’m a chef, entrepreneur, restaurateur, television host, philanthropist and proud mother of a boy and a girl.
Ms. Olalere opened Ahinke’s Kitchen Ltd in 2019 located in Calgary Alberta which was nominated as the best African Restaurant by Avenue Magazine in 2020/ 2021 She was given the first – ever Ethnik Festival Award on showcasing cultural heritage on Afro Canadians Food – Jollof Rice War 2020 Since then, she shattered the glass ceiling by starting a social enterprise called ” Open Kitchen YYC” to support other immigrant food businesses through an entrepreneurship program in Calgary and surrounding areas. She is blazing her own trail through the culinary world and becoming the first in the immigrant community to create the “SUYA Naija Burger” the latest exclusive collaboration with Sammies Cafe which showcases her culture in a mainstream menu. Ahinke has produced a family cooking show! The maiden series, “Ahinke’s Cooking Show” was curated in line with the Open kitchen YYC vision, which is to showcase immigrant food and inspire harmony in homes with the first session “Daddy’s Recipe” with 5 episode is now on youtube and showcasing at 12 channels on Telus Optik TV, the second session “Mummy’s Recipe” set to air this October 2022 in partnership with STORYHIVE by TELUS Optik, City of Calgary, Calgary Art Development Program and many more community sponsors.

Queen Amina

Munch Africa — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:41:38 +0000

Queen Amina, an actress, host/Mc and the CEO/founder of the prestigious Vigor Unsung Heroes Awards International.
Since portraying a young abused woman in the award winning film, XYZA, Queen Amina has utilized her celebrity platform to travel throughout the united States, Canada and Africa for public speaking engagements and educating Universities and High School students on the importance of the inner strength that lies within each person to do and become that which they desire to do or become. A woman with the coat of many colors.

Congratulations to all Edo women in Canada and the organizers.

Kyra Cole

Munch Africa — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:41:32 +0000

Kyra Cole a is an Ontario economic development & tourism leader, CEO of KLB Consulting, and co-owner and CEO of THREESEVEN, an Indigenous consulting firm dedicated to Indigenous economic development.

Kyra is passionate about elevating the voices of and businesses of marginalized peoples to make the economic landscape in Canada more equitable. She has her PAED (Professional Aboriginal Economic Development Certification), is CANDO certified, and is a trained Experience Development Coach. Kyra is one of eight certified Experience Development Coaches in Ontario.

Kevinprecious Fawehinmi

Munch Africa — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 17:11:00 +0000

Kevinprecious Fawehinmi is a seasoned media professional with six years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in podcasting, event coordination, and media consultancy and is also skilled in audio production and editing, photography, and videography. In addition, he employs his marketing skills to assist businesses and organizations in meeting their objectives through effective project management and successful marketing campaigns. He has managed corporate events, CSR projects, art exhibitions, concerts and private events like wedding receptions. He earned a degree from the University of Windsor’s communications, media, and film. He is a major music aficionado and is passionate about promoting Nigerian music”

Claudius Thomas

Munch Africa — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:04:29 +0000

Claudius Maximillian Thomas is a computer engineer by trade. Claudius has worked as an entrepreneur since 1991 providing information Systems and technology solutions across various business segments in multiple countries including Canada, Denmark, Poland, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain & USA.

With a passion for developing young black youths through education, culture, and sports, he is the leader of the Windsor Chapter of Black Boys Code and recently worked with other business owners to cooperate on black business ownership. His work with Black Boys Code earned him the WEtech Alliance award ‘Tech Mentor’ of the year 2021.

Claudius has experience working with international organizations including Intact Financial, Hewlett Packard, Accenture, DAF Trucks N.V, and Right Track Music software.

Claudius now owns his own computer software, PandaceaTM, www.pandacea.ca a health and safety, and compliance management software through his I.T. services company, Turaco Web.
Claudius currently serves as a board member of WEtech Alliance, with a strong drive to help the organization understand the needs, and work to deliver the goals and objectives black entrepreneurs in the local Windsor-Essex economy.

Scholastica Lyanga

Munch Africa — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:04:25 +0000

My name is Scholastica Lyanga, I am a community leader, advocate, and volunteer. I came to Canada in June of 1973 and I was originally born in Tanzania, East Africa. I am a foreign Trained Nurse/ Midwife, mother of 4 and grandmother to two kids. I have been serving my community since my youth. In the past, I have been the President of the African Canadian Organization of Windsor (ACOW), as well as the President of W5, and current President of the African Women Association of Windsor. I serve and have served on over 20 committees around the Windsor-Essex community, and have been and currently still on the executive board of several associations. I’ve been a volunteer at W5 for 30 years, I’ve taught seniors and women English as a second language to those who did not qualify due to their status, as a few examples.

I have been the recipient of The Life Achievement Award by W5 (2021), Ontario Volunteer Governor General Award Medal,

Volunteer Service Distinguish Award by W5,

25 Years W5 Anniversary Past President Award, W5/Retirement Appreciation Service Certificate, Rosa Park Award (2019), Community Leadership Service Award (2012), 100 Years Windsor Centennial Award Medal , 15 years Ontario Service Award, ACOW Distinguish Service Award, W5 Volunteer Distinguish Award, Jean Foster Welcoming Community Award, CCAC Appreciation Service Certificate, Summer Youth Job Program Recognition and Support Award (5 years), Catholic Women’s League of Canada Service Pins Award for 40,25, and 10 years, Ontario Volunteer Service Award 15 and 5 years.

Zakaria Chemzari

Munch Africa — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:04:13 +0000

I am Zakaria Chemzari, Originally from Morocco and President of the Association of Moroccans of the World (Windsor branch). I have always worked in the social field and I am connected to almost every community in Windsor.

Our diversity is our strength

It is an honor for me to participate in such an event.
The Munch Africa International Cooking Competition is an opportunity to taste food from different countries and culture and I am delighted to be part of the judging committee and hope to be up to it.