Afrikana CIC

17/06/2026

15/06/2026

ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of Braai, Beats and Good Vibes!

The taste of Africa coming straight to Carlisle and trust us, you don't want to miss this one.

🍖 Juicy braai and nyama choma fresh off the grill accompanied with sadza

🍺 Ice-cold Savanna, Hunters, Castle Lager and more

🥤 Refreshing Mazoe to wash it all down

🥩 Biltong, Boerewors and all your favourite snacks

🎶 The best of Zim Dancehall, Afro beats classics

💃🏾 Good music, good food, great people and that unmistakable feeling of home

Whether you're from Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia ........ or simply curious to experience the warmth and flavours of Africa, this event is for you.

Come hungry.
Come ready to dance.
Come ready to connect.

This is more than a night out, it's a celebration of our culture, our food, our music and our community.

One Braai. One Community. Endless Vibes.

📍 Afrikana Centre - 148 Botchergate, Carlisle, CA1 1SH
📅 Date: 27/06/2026
⏰ Time: 6pm till late

To book your ticket click: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/braai-beats-and-good-vibes-tickets-1990739998926?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=bb5cd4121a80b17f06ad400bfef739db6da89de3a82c60cc4b52e4bace526573ca6756ab44891ce923c90c0fc3353bcc15b013da4f818cd8fbf1d4ee1b9a9b96e715eb51f1a0b9da3a89aae6a125

27/05/2026

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

All are welcome!

We are working with Afrikana CIC to host the film Dreamers in Refugee Week this year. The screening will take place at the Afrikana Centre at 7pm on Thursday 18th June. All are welcome to attend. Carlisle Refugee Action Group page Multicultural Cumbria Cumbria Pride PINC LGBT+ Youth - Pride in North Cumbria Penrith and Eden Refugee Network Carlisle College

24/05/2026

The Night That Was… English Night!

What an unforgettable evening at Afrikana Centre! Hosted by Afrikana CEO Cynthia Waggah Cynthia Afrikana the centre was buzzing with laughter, music, dancing, karaoke, quizzes, friendly competition, a variety of delicious foods and amazing community spirit from start to finish.

One of the funniest highlights of the night was the “Life in the UK Test” a challenge inspired by the citizenship test foreigners take. Safe to say, some locals may need a retake 😜

Guests enjoyed a delicious potluck with dishes proudly representing UK culture and beyond. From singing our hearts out at karaoke to dancing and testing our knowledge in the quizzes, the night was filled with fun, connection and unforgettable memories.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, the Afrikana team and The National Lottery Community Fund for making such a vibrant and inclusive community celebration possible.

Next up…Southern Africa Night! ✨

23/05/2026

It was a pleasure hosting you! Thanks to everyone who showed up. To many more 🥂

14/05/2026

This English night is an evening filled with quizzes, karaoke and a little friendly competition.

One of the games will be a lighthearted “British Life Test” inspired by the test that foreigners take when applying for citizenship. It will be fun to see how many of the locals can actually pass it 😜

If you’d like to join, please bring a dish to share for the potluck. A dish that screams the UK culture. It should be a relaxed evening of food, laughs, games and a bit of friendly rivalry.

Let us know if you can make it by clicking the link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/english-night-is-calling-tickets-1988393596774?aff=oddtdtcreator

Should be a great night. Book your ticket today!

12/05/2026

Welcome to the Afrikana Centre (146,148, Botchergate, Carlisle, Cumbria CA1 1SH) your official community home in the heart of Carlisle.

A vibrant space where culture, community, creativity and connection come together.

What we offer at the centre:

JAKIS PROMOTIONS (146): home to a lively Hair Arena and delicious Food/Entertainment Lounge experience bringing style and flavour under one roof.

Community Hangout Space (148): a welcoming venue available for hire, perfect for birthdays, meetings, celebrations, workshops and community events.

Whether you are coming for great food, beauty services, networking or unforgettable events, Afrikana Centre is the place to be.

Come connect. Come celebrate. Come feel at home. Welcome to Afrikana Centre.