Danny Glover graces the cover of Planet Africa Magazine, featured at its official launch reception at the Royal York Hotel

TORONTO – February 20, 2007

Hollywood star Danny Glover graces the cover of Planet Africa Magazine, as he takes pride in African heritage. The official launch of Planet Africa Magazine takes place at the Royal York Hotel on February 22nd 2007, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

Corresponding with the 200th anniversary of the abolition of slavery, the evening features special award-winning poet, author, historian, curator, performer, cultural worker, and recording artist Dr. Afua Cooper. A recent winner of the Harry Jerome Award for Professional Excellence, Afua was also chosen by the editors of Essence Magazine (Oct. 2005) as one of the 25 women who are shaping the world.

The launch also presents Reginald Daniel, founder of Scientific Engineering and inspirational author. He was able to retire at the age of 44, using his own financial solutions. He has earned position in the Deloittte & Touche fast 500/50 list. His company is ranked 121st on the INC 500 list of the fastest-growing companies in America.

Planet Africa Magazine is available in Chapters, Indigo, International News, select Wal-Mart stores and many others across Canada, making Planet Africa the first publication serving audiences of African heritage, to be available on mainstream news stands. There will be concentrated distribution in the Greater Toronto Area due to exceptional demand.

The magazine is a quarterly, urban publication covering current events, fashion, beauty, music, sports, books, finance, politics, health and wealth in the African Canadian community.

 

Filled with provocative editorials, and entertaining columns, this full gloss publication provides fascinating photography, comprehensive features and informative highlights about the African Canadian demographic.

Silvertrust Communications (Silvertrust), is a video, graphics, photography, publishing, audio, multimedia and specialty broadcast production company based in Ottawa, Canada. The company was founded in 1996 on a solid service foundation comprised of quality, integrity and dexterity. It harnesses the best in technology and human resources, delivering the communication and entertainment products that clients deserve.

More information on Planet Africa Magazine can be found on their website at www.planetafrica.net/magazine.html

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