"The fair on Saturday was a vibrant showcase of all that the Commonwealth has to offer from a vast range of foods and exotic drinks to dazzling fashion, colourful arts and cultural displays. It celebrated a century of friendship, culture, and shared purpose through the Commonwealth Countries League. Sierra Leone Women's Association presented their annual 500 cheque, earmarked for the education of girls in Sierra Leone. This tradition holds deep historical significance, as Sierra Leone was the first country to receive funds from the CCL"
"following a visit by suffragette Alice Hemming to an orphanage in 1967. Celebrations continued with the Centenary Cake Cutting Ceremony, featuring a stunning cake donated by Maylene Cupcakes, and a stirring performance from soprano Grace O'Marley who sang You'll Never Walk Alone, accompanied by special effects from Confetti Magic. Joyful rhythms came from PanDiva, from Trinidad & Tobago, the energetic performances of cultural troupe dancers from Ghana, and the graceful movements of St Lucia's traditional dancers."
The fair showcased foods, exotic drinks, dazzling fashion, colourful arts, and cultural displays from across the Commonwealth. The event marked a century of friendship, culture, and shared purpose connected to the Commonwealth Countries League. Sierra Leone Women's Association presented their annual 500 cheque earmarked for girls' education in Sierra Leone, continuing a historical tradition. Sierra Leone was the first country to receive funds from the CCL after suffragette Alice Hemming's 1967 visit to an orphanage. Celebrations included a Centenary Cake Cutting with a cake from Maylene Cupcakes, a rendition of You'll Never Walk Alone by soprano Grace O'Marley with Confetti Magic effects, and performances from PanDiva, Ghanaian cultural troupes, and St Lucia's traditional dancers.
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