IFBB Champion David Ndokuro Comes to Ghana for the First Time as VIP Guest of Runway International Shows “Fashion Meets Food”

Runway International Shows proudly announces the arrival of IFBB Champion David Ndokuro to Ghana for the very first time, where he will appear as a distinguished VIP Guest** at the much-anticipated **“Fashion Meets Food”** showcase. His visit comes immediately after his one of many new championship wins, marking a significant milestone in his career and underscoring the powerful influence of African athletes on **Africa and the World,

Based in Dubai  David Ndokuro stands as one of Africa’s most inspiring modern champions—an athlete whose discipline, resilience, and global impact continue to elevate the continent’s presence on the international bodybuilding stage. His participation in Runway International Shows reflects the event’s mission to celebrate African creativity, talent, and excellence while presenting it boldly to Africa and the World.

Executive Producer and Founder of JMK Production LLC, Junda Morris

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, shared her excitement:

> *“David Ndokuro represents everything this platform stands for—African excellence, global ambition, and inspiring Africa and the World. To welcome him to Ghana for the first time, fresh off a new championship victory, is a moment of pride for our entire community. He is a living example of what consistency, discipline, and vision can achieve.”*

As a VIP Guest, David will grace the red carpet, connect with top industry personalities, meet Ghanaian and international media partners, and be featured during the event’s special highlight moments. His presence symbolizes the merging of two powerful industries—**fitness and fashion**—uniting to showcase Africa’s creativity on a global scale.

David Ndokuro expressed his excitement ahead of his debut visit to Ghana:

> “Ghana has always been on my heart, and coming here as a champion and VIP Guest is truly special. Runway International Shows is doing something groundbreaking for African talent, and I’m honored to stand with them as we inspire Africa and the World together.”

Produced in partnership with the *College of Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management (CoCAHM)* and presenting partner BEX BRAND International, the 2025 edition of **Runway International Shows “Fashion Meets Food” will take place on December 13, 2025, in Accra. This global event brings together top designers, culinary innovators, international creatives, and VIP guests from Africa, the diaspora, and across the world.

This year’s edition also supports a scholarship initiative aimed at empowering aspiring hospitality students across Africa—an effort championed by JMK Production LLC in its mission to develop programs that benefit Africa and the World.

With David Ndokuro’s participation, Runway International Shows is set to deliver its most prestigious and internationally visible event yet.

Save the Date: Runway International Fashion Awards (RIFAS) Returns for its 3rd Edition

Baltimore, MD - The Runway International Fashion Awards (RIFAS) is pleased to announce its 3rd edition, scheduled to take place on October 11, 2025, in the vibrant city of Baltimore, Maryland, also known as the Charm City.

This year's event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of fashion, creativity, and community excellence. A key highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the prestigious Lifetime Presidential Award to outstanding community leaders in the creative sector.

The Lifetime Presidential Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the creative industry, demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication to their craft. This award honors their tireless efforts to promote artistic expression, cultural enrichment, and community development.

Event Details:

- Date: October 11, 2025

- Location: Baltimore, Maryland (venue TBA)

- Time: TBA

About RIFAS:

The Runway International Fashion Awards (RIFAS) is an annual event that celebrates excellence in fashion, beauty, and creativity. The awards ceremony brings together industry professionals, designers, models, and influencers to recognize and reward outstanding achievements in the fashion world.

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Ibrahim 'AB' Mensah is Liberia’s Strongest Man for 2021

Ibrahim Mensah, popularly known as AB is officially Liberia’s strongest man!

AB, who appeared to be the fan’s favorite was crowned winner of the

grand finale of the Battle of the Giants edition of Liberia’s Strongest Man

produced by Runway Liberia International a JMK Production LLC Company

which took place on Wednesday 22nd December 2021 at LibTelco

Gymnasium in Paynesville, Liberia.

Ahead of the final, AB, who had been highly tipped to win the

competition repeatedly said this has been his prayer to God to

be named Liberia’s Strongest Man during interviews on Spoon FM

and other media outlets. Well his prayers have been answered.

Against all odds and with the climate of bodybuilding in Liberia being

dormant, AB rose above  the occasion and brought life into the

sport of bodybuilding and powerlifting alive in Liberia. Kool, Calm

and Collective he came and conquered. AB now has the bragging

rights of MR Liberia, Cash, Trophy and the prestigious custom 

title belt.

AB dominated key events such as Bench Press (600 Ibs), DeadLift

and Squarts to be adjudged the winner. Thomas Benjamin aka

No Fear placed second while Godwin Okhueleigbe

aka Silent Assasinator was third.

AB took home a custom Championship Belt, a Trophy, Cash, Custom Champion

Trophy and will be invited to represent Liberia to compete in international fitness

events around the world. .

Runway Liberia International Reveals List of Featured Designers

Runway Liberia International Week, Liberia’s biggest annual fashion event is coming back after Covid with its 6th edition and after years of being held in the Baltimore, Maryland USA, the event will be held for the first time in it's homeland Monrovia, Liberia West Africa . Produced by JMK Productions & Empowerment LLC, the exciting, Pan-African celebrity, fashion, marketing and lifestyle event production company, RUNWAY LIBERIA INTERNATIONAL brings together esteemed industry players and fashion enthusiasts to interact in a fun-packed week with for days of events at various locations across the country..

After sorting all the many applications submitted to showcase in this years event the, the Runway Liberia Designer Committee have narrow down to these amazing designers that with be featured in our grand event on December 24, 2021 at the Ministerial Complex in Monrovia, Liberia.

Top Liberian Designers alongside designers from around the world.....

INTERNATIONAL BRAND MONSIO COUTURE LAUNCHES U.S. BRAND AMBASSADOR SEARCH IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RUNWAY LIBERIA INTERNATIONAL

Washington, DC -

Liberian/International leading brand Monsio Couture teams up with the biggest international fashion week style event based in the U.S. that promotes Liberian Fashion designers alongside designers from all around the world - Runway Liberia International to host the “MC Couture Curvy” Brand Ambassador Search.  "MC Couture Curvy" competition will search the U.S. for a confident and beautiful curvy woman to become the brand U.S. ambassador. 

Monsio Couture debut the brand curvy line in their Fall 2019 Collection. “My goal is to embrace the confident woman who is proud of her curves and not afraid to let the world know, ” say’s Laurice Monsio Saba, Lead Designer and CEO of Monsio Couture. After showcasing for three years at Runway Liberia International, Monsio Couture want to bring the brand to its customers in the U.S. The brand just signed an agreement with DHL Shipping where customers will be able to receive garments directly from the Monsio Couture Factory in Liberia.

Participants can enter the contest via LIVE MODEL CASTING and DIGITAL Casting

Live Model Casting

Nov 9, 2019

Long Branch Center

8900 Piney Branch Rd

Silver Spring, Maryland USA

Register Here for the LIVE Casting: https://mccouturecurvycontest.eventbrite.com

Digital Casting

Instagram:
Upload your photo or video and answer the following question, “Why are you A MONSIO COUTURE WOMAN and HOW WILL YOU represent Curvy Models Internationally?”
Upload on Instagram with #MCCoutureCurvy2020.
Make sure you tag @runwayliberiainternational in your post caption.

PRIZE PACKAGE
* $3000.00 Custom Monsio Couture Wardrobe
*Grace the cover of LUXE KURVES MAGAZINE
*5 Page Magazine Spread and exclusive interview with FF MAGAZINE

ABOUT MONSIO COUTURE
Born in Monrovia, Laurice Monsio Saba first entered the fashion world in 2003 right after the civil war in Liberia.  

Fashion for Monsio began at the rehabilitation center for young girls, Maryann Cheesmon School of Art & Design which was operated by the United Nations. Monsio studied Fashion Design where she graduated top of her class. 

  

Monsio was able to successfully translate her fashion design experience, culture and passion into what is now Monsio Couture. In March 2008 Monsio Couture Fashion House was created to revolutionize the Liberian Fashion Industry. For more than a decade Monsio has remained one of the strongest forces in the Liberian fashion industry with outstanding global recognition.

For more details contact email runwayliberia@gmail.com or call 202-643-8226

Santa Margherita Ligure/Portofino Italy Creates The Perfect Backdrop for the 1st "ONE IN A MILLION INTERNATIONAL HAUTE COUTURE SHOW

FIRST APPOINTMENT ONE IN A MILLION INTERNATIONAL HAUTE COUTURE, HELD AT THE ELEGANT CONTEXT OF VILLA DURAZZO IN SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE/PORTOFINO.

The Mayor of  Santa Margherita Ligure’s  Mr. Paolo Donadoni, has inaugurated “ ONE IN A MILLION INTERNATIONAL HAUTE  COUTURE” event, that took place at VILLA DURAZZO, SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE/PORTOFINO the 1th Semptember 2018. A night dedicated to fashion, art,charity, music with a a list of top fashion celebrities from all around the world. 

Renowned designers and to charity foundations: “MADE IN CARCERE”, supported by SANTO VERSACE, and created by LUCIANA DELLE DONNE made available a set of handcrafted gadgets realized by many detainees from several Italians jail, during the event, in order to allow them a chance to a new life after prison terms. To embody the foundation, the admired author, and producer of the bestseller book called “ GRAMIGNA,GRIDO DI LIBERTÀ” as well co-producer alongside well known journalist MICHELE CUCUZZA of the namesake movies.

The night’s special guest: ALEXANDRE BODART PINTO, CEO of event agency VIP Belgium, founder of Wheeling Around the World Foundation and Ambassador of the Monaco forum for a better world under high patronage of Prince Albert, all the way from Bruxelles to gave his precious for the event. During event, outstanding jewels adorned with diamonds by MAISON DARGAA PARRISSE PLACE ENDOME were sold at charity auction.

A one of a kind event, brought together the most prestigious haute couture background with two respectable charity projects. For this occasion, the Mayor of SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE, PAOLO DONADONI, honored the sponsor and mastermind of the event, the successful editor and entrepreneur, GIULIA DEAMINA, following the stylist’s “dream team” starting from ADDY VAN DEN KROMMENACKER (AMSTERDAM) ,KIKI WANG (well known Hollywood stars designer), PATRICK PHAM ( hailing from Vietnam, current living in Paris) KARIM KADID(ALGERIA). Each of designer showcased their new haute couture collection, during the runway. Furthermore: ALEX PARIS COLLECTION(PARIS), ANNADEL(owner of a several atelier along the Côte d’Azur) and so on.

Musician guests list included: the Parisienne singer EDENN, who’ve performed live on stage his ultimate song “ THINKING”, that reached the top of the France charts. Behind the consolle: the one and only international DJ RITA GHERZ. The night, was hosted by the sponsor as the brain of the whole event, GIULIA DEAMINA along with CAROLIEN TER LINDEN: Dutchwomen Top model and Tv presenter for RTL4 Amsterdam also founder of 

“PASSERELLA MODA AGENCY” and “MISS FILM FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL”.

Top model came from Russia, Paris, London,Holland, Montecarlo,Milan, and Genova 

Giulia Deamina and the CEO of NPU PARFUM, RAFFAELE, honoured the guests with a set of high fascinated parfum, branded “One In A Million” studied for the event.

Media partners for the event included: “mmm INTERNATIONAL FASHION TV DUBAI,  JMK Publicist, Giulia Deamina magazine by GIULIA DEAMINA and local media.

The make up artist and hair stylists for the models was provided by winners of LOOK MAKER ACCADEMY, talent show, broadcasted on sky uno: YENNY ROSALES, KATIUSCIA PINTORE, GILDA NEGRINI, ACHENA BATANI.

The events ended with a cocktail party by renowed “CAPURRO RICEVIMENTI” Catering.

Runway Liberia International Promotes Liberian Music To A Global Audience

Created by Junda Morris- Kennedy, Runway Liberia International (RL) is the biggest international event in the diaspora showcasing Liberian Fashion, Music & Arts on an international platform.

Runway Liberia is a multifaceted event established to promote the social, cultural and economic development initiatives of Liberia to a global audience through fashion and entertainment; serves as a collaborative catwalk and exhibition, highlighting the industry’s established and emerged Liberian alongside Top Designers from all over the world.

Runway Liberia International 4th Edition is set to bring out the big names in Liberian Music Industry. The event give a platform for Liberian artists to show their amazing talents and gifts to a global audience. The event organizers has picked from a wide genre of musical talent which includes names like: Big Steve's - Liberian Music Veteran, Desiree -Former Miss Liberia USA, Scientific - The Science of Liberian Music and The King of African Hip Hop, Yung Cutter - Liberian/Afro Pop Sensation, Tialae - Liberian Soulful Diva and Gray Cute - The King of HipCo.

Event Date: June 23, 2018
Venue: Baltimore War Memorial Building
101 N. Gay St.
Baltimore, Maryland U.S.A.

Get event tickets at Runway Liberia Ticket Outlet

Get more information about event at www.runwayliberia.com