BBA 2011 Housemates

Alex: He once worked in the fashion district in New York and believes in empowerment of an individual. He said he wants to be in Big Brother Africa because he believes he “can bring it home for Ghana”. He is confident that Africa will like him and his recreational activities include playing video game and designing. He is from Accra, Ghana and 31 years old.

Bernadina: Her favourite place in Namibia is Rehoboth because “it’s a nice party place”. Bernadina said if she wins the game, she will give a share of the money to a lady who is establishing an organisation that helps children improve their reading skills. She is 21 and from Keetmanshoop, Namibia.

Bhoke: She said having been selected to be part of Big Brother Amplified is her greatest achievement so far and that viewers should keep an eye on her because she is unpredictable and will keep them guessing as she is a great person to be around with. Bhoke is from Dares Salaam, Tanzania and aged 26 years.

Confidence: This adventurous daredevil loves Angelina Jolie, soup or stew and throwing parties in her house. Confidence would love to turn out like her role model aunt, who, she believes, is “sexy, strong and principled”. While in the game, she will miss her son and two dogs. She is 37 and from Accra, Ghana.

Danny: Describing himself as cool, adventurous and funny, he believes that “when life flips you upside down, stand still,” a good advice given to him by a friend. Although surprised to have been chosen to participate in Big Brother, Danny says if he wins, he will use the money to start his dream business. When he goes into the Big Brother House, he admits the thing he will miss most is his freedom and friends. He is 34 and from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Ernest: Looks up to his role model, Diddy because, according to him, “it is easy to see how a man who can’t really dance or sing has made himself into a world-class brand that is bankable and desirable.” He admits that he can be “a little annoying” when he chooses to push people’s buttons. Ernest is 28 and from Kampala, Uganda.

Felicia: She is in a relationship and has a four-year old child. Given the opportunity, Felicia would like to visit Japan right now to feel the impact of the Tsunami and offer support to victims of the recent natural disaster. She entered Big Brother Amplified to represent her country, Malawi and do her part in making her country proud and change her life as well as the lives of many others. She is 24.

Hanni: She is a fifth year Law student with a passion for reggae music. She says she entered Big Brother Amplified because she feels she is at a point in her life where she needs to learn more about herself. She says audience should watch her on BBA because she is “honest, funny and interesting.” She is 22 from Addis Ababa.

Jossy: The multi-lingual concedes his worst habit is cleaning and keeping everything in order. Although he entered BBA by accident, he will continue to surprise. The best advice he has ever received is “never envy those who are living a good life and rather learn from them to get there as well.” He is 28 from Namibia.

Karen: Born in Jos, Nigeria, she says her mother is her role model and likes people who are similar to her—funny and happy, while she dislikes people who are boring, fake and dishonest. Karen loves to relax in Spain because “it is sunny, beautiful and exotic.” She is 27.

Kim: She confesses that she adores “cute boys” like Chris Brown and “fab ladies” like Beyonce. She wants viewers to watch her on the show because she is “real, fresh and fab.” If she wins, she will help in the fight against cancer in Zambia, help her sisters with their education and boost her media and cosmetology career. She is 25.

Lomwe: He is 27 and a radio DJ in Blantyre, Malawi. Lomwe believes that he is handsome and lives according to the following mantra: “ride till the wheels fall off.” He hopes his charisma and great sense of humour will help him win the USD200,000, so he can establish his own radio station at home in Malawi.

Lotus: Her happiest memory is falling in love for the first time. She likes spending time with funny people who like to enjoy life, while she dislikes “people who are in their heads.” Lotus, who is also a dancer and choreographer, regards herself as quite a trend-setter. Her worst habit is “using too much toilet paper.” She is 24 from Tanzania.

Luclay: He is an actor and acting coach in Cape Town, his favorite place in South Africa. He says he is “inspired by people who live within their means and are happy with their inheritance on this planet.” He says his mom and cousin are his role models because “they have dedicated their lives to helping everyone around them.” He is 28.

Michael: He says his father and Denzel Washington are his role models and entered BBA because he wants to have fun and experience different cultures. He enjoys spending time with quiet people and good listeners as well as encourages viewers to watch him because he has a lot to share with the audience. Michael, 32, is a hairdresser from Maputo, Mozambique.

Millicent: Talkative and passionate, Millicent loves spending time with open-minded people. She can hold a conversation in French, English and Swahili and describes herself as having a great sense of humour. The young Nollywood actress loves empowering girls and loves watching cartoon and soaps. She is 28 from Nairobi, Kenya.

Mumba: She is a radio DJ and “happily single.” She is proud of getting her diploma in Journalism and says the hardest thing she ever had to do was to “let go of the past.” Mumba entered BBA for one reason: “I really want the money.” She says if she wins, she will splash it on a new luxury German sedan coupe, a house and “so much more.” Mumba, 24, is from Lusaka.

Nic: The happily single Nic calls himself “cheeky, spontaneous, funny, intelligent and a good listener.” He also admits to being bit of a flirt and reckons this will definitely get viewers’ attention when they tune in to watch the “crazy” guy from Kenya. He is 26.

Nkull: Romance novel lover, Nkull doesn’t have a role model because she believes in “being the best I can be and not trying to be like someone else is the best thing I can do for myself.” She is 23 and a student in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Peo: Miss P, as she is fondly called, is passionate about charity work and the fight against AIDS in Bostwana. When she was in high school, she helped start clubs to raise awareness for both causes. Her special talent is being a warm person. “I have always been able to make people feel at home and safe with me,” she says. Peo, 24, is from Gaborone, Botswana.

Sharon: She is a free spirited, ambitious hard working person, who is friendly and reserved at the same time. Her personal motto is “work hard to achieve a comfortable life.” She loves looking at the calm River Nile when in Jinja, Uganda and would love to visit Las Vegas one day. She is 25.

Vimbal: With a Social Sciences degree and fluency in French and Basic Serbian, Vimbal is a force to be reckoned with. She entered BBA to re-launch her modeling and entertainment career on an African platform. If she wins the show, she will invest her winnings in her country and donate some to charity. She is 24 from Harare, Zimbabwe.

Vina: She describes her personality as “amplified” and dislikes people who are lazy, unfriendly and think they are better than others. She is confident of her chances on the show and promises she will be outrageous. Vina, 26, is a radio presenter in Lagos, Nigeria.

Wendall: He is a pilot and his motto is “you win some, you lose some.” While he jokes that he doesn’t have any specific special talent, he also says “you never know what might come out on a crazy night in the house.” He is 23 from Harare, Zimbabwe.

Weza: Is super social and likes spending time with happy, funny and straight forward people, although she admits her bad habit is that she talks too much. She is currently single and says she will miss her family while in the house. Her favorite place in Angola is Luanda. She is 26.

Zeus: This hip hop act has been in a relationship for two years, but he is determined to use the time in the House to polish his social skills and establish a deeper connection with himself. Although music is his first love, he has a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Commerce. Zeus, 24, is from Botswana.

—Bayo Adetu