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The South African
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Urban Music Awards celebrate musical excellence
Pretoria's Heartfelt Arena pulsed with energy as the Urban Music Awards (UMA) celebrated its 20th anniversary in true South African style. On 4 May 2025, the sold-out venue welcomed music lovers nationwide and beyond, with millions tuning in online. The night was a vibrant showcase of local talent, heartfelt tributes, and a bold promise to take South African music further onto the world stage. The ceremony opened with a stirring rendition of the National Anthem and a prayer, setting a respectful and uplifting tone. Hosts Jordan Kensington and Lucky kept the crowd buzzing as they introduced the UMA Icons segment. This year's icons all received thunderous applause, according to Music In Africa. 'It's an honour to be recognised at home, where it all began,' said Zonke, visibly moved by the tribute. The performances were nothing short of electrifying. Noluthando Ngema, DJ Buckz, and viral sensation S.N.E had the crowd on their feet. S.N.E's Tshwala Bami was a highlight, with fans singing along to every word. Spikiri, one of the night's icons, delivered a legendary set, reminding everyone why he's a pioneer of the scene. The awards themselves reflected the diversity and strength of South African music. Priddy Ugly took home Artist of the Year, while Kamo Mphela dominated with Best Female Act, Best Music Video, and Best Live Performance. 'This is for every young girl who dreams of making it big,' Kamo Mphela said, clutching her trophy. DJ Maphorisa was crowned Best Amapiano Act, and Black Coffee added Best House Music Act to his long list of accolades. Other big Urban Music Awards winners included 25K for Best Album, Mawelele as Best Newcomer, and Uncle Waffles as Best DJ. The international spotlight shone on Davido, who won International Artist of the Year (Africa). The South Africa-Nigeria collaboration Tshwala Bam (Remix) by TitoM, Yuppe, Burna Boy, and S.N.E. took Best International Collaboration. The event also featured red-carpet glamour, sponsor showcases, and live interviews, making it a true celebration of the industry's past, present, and future. 'We're not just celebrating history tonight,' said the Urban Music Awards's Cressida Oppenheimer. 'We're launching the next generation of legends.' With plans to expand into more African countries in 2026, the UMA is set to amplify South African music's global influence. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Ultimate Medical Academy Celebrates New EMT Graduates, Addressing a Nationwide EMT Shortage
Spring 2025 EMT Cohort Tampa, Fla., April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) proudly announces the graduation of its latest Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) cohort. This celebration marks a significant milestone in UMA's ongoing mission to combat the critical shortage of EMTs across the nation. Launched in August 2022, UMA's EMT program was developed in partnership with the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay (CCTB) to create a steady pipeline of skilled first responders equipped to meet the increasing demand for emergency medical services. Operations and equipment costs for the startup of this program were funded by the Florida Department of Education's Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant (PCOG), which has continued to support CCTB and UMA annually with significant contributions to help sustain and expand the EMT program. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting 20,000 annual EMT openings over the next decade and growing challenges to retain skilled professionals, UMA's program has already added more than 100 new EMTs to the Tampa workforce. 'At Ultimate Medical Academy, our mission is to empower our students to make a meaningful impact in their communities. The EMT program embodies this mission by providing critical training and support to meet an urgent public safety need. These graduates are stepping into careers that save lives and strengthen the fabric of our community,' said Thomas Rametta, UMA President. In collaboration with TransCare Ambulance Service, a division of the CCTB, the program equips students with real-world experience in emergency medical care. Graduates receive comprehensive training in Basic Life Support (BLS), patient assessments, triage, and trauma response, ensuring they are prepared to address a wide range of medical emergencies. Additionally, UMA provides wrap-around services designed to support students' academic, social, and personal success. These services have been further enhanced through grant funding from the Community Foundation Tampa Bay, which assists students in overcoming financial barriers that could otherwise interrupt their education. Clara Reynolds, President and CEO at CCTB, added: 'The partnership between UMA and TransCare has created a program that is truly unique and impactful. It is inspiring to see these graduates, who have worked tirelessly to prepare for the challenges of the EMS field, begin their journey.' By addressing the EMT shortage with innovation, comprehensive support, and community collaboration, UMA is strengthening the healthcare workforce and advancing its broader mission of transforming lives through education. B-roll: Youtube link to b-roll: ABOUT UMA: The need for skilled healthcare workers in the United States continues to grow. Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is an accredited, nonprofit educational institution that helps to meet that need by equipping and empowering students to do vital work at the heart of healthcare. In addition to offering diploma and degree programs, UMA works closely with healthcare companies to connect students directly to job opportunities. Based in Tampa, Florida, and operating for 30 years, UMA offers hands-on learning at its main campus in Clearwater, Florida as well as content-rich, interactive programs through its online campus. The institution supports students through every step of their journey with access to academic support, interview and resume coaching, job search assistance, technical support and more. UMA has 90,000+ alumni and 15,000+ students nationwide. The institution also provides certified continuing medical education (CME) through ongoing training and professional development opportunities to physicians, nurses and other medical professionals throughout the U.S. annually. UMA is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES, The continuing medical education programs are individually accredited and are not included within the institution's grant of accreditation from ABHES. Learn more by visiting . About the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay: The mission of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay is to ensure that no one in our community has to face crisis alone. The organization is the community's gateway to help, hope, and healing, and is Tampa Bay's elite provider of crisis and trauma services. The nonprofit agency offers a range of evidence based programs designed to meet community needs:• TransCare (911 basic life support ambulance service, behavioral health transport, basic and advanced life support interfacility transportation)• Corbett Trauma Center (trauma counseling and sexual assault survivor services)• Gateway Contact Center (988 & 211: suicide prevention, crisis counseling, and information and referral services)• Success 4 Kids & Families (support for families coping with behavioral health challenges) For more information about the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, please visit Attachment Spring 2025 EMT Cohort CONTACT: Krista Numbers Ultimate Medical Academy 3853026394 media@
Associated Press
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Press release : The show 'OLLIE' will take the stage of the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris on April 25-27.
The show 'OLLIE' will take the stage of the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris on April 25, 26, and 27 for five exceptional performances. PARIS, FRANCE, February 17, 2025 / / -- 'OLLIE' will take the stage of the Théâtre du Châtelet on April 25, 26, and 27 for five exceptional performances. From the street to the stage, the original creation, bringing together various artistic expressions from the urban space, will unite the UMA Company (Urban Move Academy) staged by Nicolas Musin. Accompanied by Pedro Winter for musical direction, Morgan Bouvant for production and general coordination, and curated by the Skateboard Culture label. An exceptional lineup of artists, evolving around a skateboard ramp, will give life to a liberating and electrifying show that mixes the languages, gestures, and questions of today's youth. Signed by Nicolas Musin, the choreography is woven with encounters, both raw and meticulously written to give body to the impulses of a fabulous lineup of young performers from various disciplines – skateboarding, parkour, and dance. The musical creation under the direction of Pedro Winter brings together the new talents of the French Touch. The pieces specially created for the show, accompanied by the poems of Kae Tempest, Mark Gonzales, and Matt Lloyd, will be triggers for the imagination of the seventeen artists on stage who integrate their experiences, memories, and aspirations. Among the 17 artists who will take over the stage of the Théâtre du Châtelet, we find professional parkour athletes. Caryl Cordt-Moller, 2024 world champion, and Maxime Renaud, both known for having played the masked torchbearers at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games, will be present. They will also share the stage with Emmanuel Nasshan, who made headlines by performing a lateral somersault at a height of 130 meters on the crossbeams of the Eiffel Tower. Also to be discovered is Meryt, a 21-year-old multidisciplinary artist, former professional gymnast in Germany, trained at the Hamburg Ballet, and today a rising figure in contemporary and urban dance. Finally, four Parisian skaters handpicked will enrich this exceptional casting, taking their place on the ramp in the center of the show. The UMA company is a springboard for young enthusiasts, offering them the opportunity to express their identity and reveal their potential. This talent development program, through the academy based in Geneva, tackles the writing of the choreographic gesture and the manifestations of its sharing. The ambition of the UMA project is to develop new synergies, emblematic of 21st-century art and its open, cosmopolitan, and hybrid practices. A true art school, space for creation, and place for exploration, UMA is part of the current urban culture movement, particularly in their performative forms such as ride, parkour, and dance. OLLIE will offer spectators an hour and ten minutes of poetic, musical, and visual experience that embodies the energy and fervor of youth. This unique show, mixing contemporary dance and urban culture, is designed to cross Parisian borders. The ambition is clear: to make this production a true international phenomenon, with a tour planned to be exported to stages around the world in the coming months. Staging, Choreography & Visual Universe: NICOLAS MUSIN Musical Direction: PEDRO WINTER Interpretation: UMA COMPANY & GUESTS Lighting Design: JEAN-MARC SKATCHKO Texts: KAE TEMPEST, MARK GONZALES, and MAT LLOYD Production: PAVILLON NOIR AND THÉTRE DU CHTELET Production and General Coordination: Morgan Bouvant Curation: Skateboard Culture To follow the news, follow @ OLLIE LE SHOW on Instagram Tickets are on sale on the Théâtre du Châtelet website Tickets: from €9 to €80 VISUALS About Pavillon Noir: Pavillon Noir is a 360° strategic & creative communication agency (film, print, graphic design, digital activation, event, street marketing, retail, influence, creative technology, artificial intelligence) rooted in cultures and communities. PAVILLON NOIR Instagram: @pavillon\_noir LinkedIn: Pavillon Noir Facebook: Pavillon Noir Press Contacts: Servane Magnan [email protected] +33 6 32 95 50 41 Axel Foy [email protected] +33 6 71 34 30 78 Servane Magnan Wonder Stories +33 6 32 95 50 41 email us here Legal Disclaimer:
