Vegas is coming to Lennox and the Rafiki Royale is looking to be a sell-out event for Lennox Head-based charity, Rafiki Mwema.
Rafiki Royale will be a spectacular Vegas-themed event to support a life-changing initiative at Rafiki Mwema – building a self-sufficient farm that will provide fresh, nutritious food for the 100+ children they care for every day.
The funds raised will be used to purchase cows, cows in calf, chickens and fish, which will significantly reduce reliance on donations for food, making the charity more sustainable and self-sufficient for the long term. The livestock will add to the already established fresh produce farm which is growing fruit and vegetables. Excess food or food products can be sold in the community with proceeds invested back into the farm. This initiative will offer invaluable life skills for the older children at Rafiki. Through hands-on farming, they will learn how to grow food, care for animals, and develop business skills – empowering them to be independent and support their own families after Rafiki.
Hosted by Mandy Nolan, guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring real casino tables with professional dealers, live music, entertainment, delicious food, a cash bar, and the chance to win some amazing prizes – and also, a special appearance by Australian Idol’s Bony – yes organisers are thrilled to announce that Bony, a top-10 contestant from the latest season of Australian Idol, will be there on the night.
Bony was born into a Kenyan refugee camp and didn’t know life outside the camp until his family made the move to Australia. Bony who lives in Brisbane, has his own unique vocal style, incorporating autotune. He made it into the top-10 of the show’s latest season performing hits from Sam Fischer and Ne-Yo.
Ticket on sale and every dollar raised goes directly to Rafiki Mwema. See page 6 for news story.
Dust off the sequins and pull out the feathers, this is a night you don’t want to miss!
To buy tickets and find out more about Saturday’s big event visit rafikimwema.com.
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