This BHM, we're bringing Newcastle together once again over the one thing Africans can never agree on... who really makes the best Jollof ?

Jollof Connect 2026 🌍🍚🔥

A Black History Month Celebration by SippAfrica x AfroNorthEast

Monday 26th October | 4PM

Jubilee Club, 4 Proctor St, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 3DX

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JOLLOF CONNECT IS BACK!

Following the success of our first Jollof Connect, which brought together over 200 people from more than 15 countries, we're back for an even bigger celebration of African food, culture and community.

This year, you'll get to taste Jollof from SIX countries:

🇬🇭 Ghana

🇳🇬 Nigeria

🇬🇲 Gambia

🇨🇲 Cameroon

🇸🇳 Senegal

🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

And yes, you can finally decide for yourself who deserves the Jollof crown. 🏆🔥

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES 🍚

Every ticket comes with FREE tasters of ALL SIX Jollof varieties featured at Jollof Connect.

Come hungry, taste your way across Africa and pick your favourite!

Plus, the first 50 people through the door will receive a FREE drink. 🥤

WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT

🎤 Live artiste performances

💃 Dance performances

🎮 Games & interactive activities

🎶 Music & good vibes

🌍 African culture & community

🏆 The ultimate Jollof showdown

🥤 Free drink for the first 50 attendees

Whether you're coming to defend your country's Jollof with your whole chest 😂, discover a new favourite, or simply enjoy an evening celebrating African culture during Black History Month, Jollof Connect is for you.

🎟️ TICKETS

STUDENT TICKET — £5

Valid student ID will be required.

EARLY BIRD — £8

Limited availability.

STANDARD TICKET — £10

Both tickets include tastings of all six Jollof varieties.

🔥 First 50 people through the door get a FREE drink!

Tickets are limited, so grab yours early and come ready to settle the Jollof debate once and for all.

Monday 26th October 2026 | Doors 5PM

📍 Jubilee Club, Newcastle upon Tyne

SippAfrica x AfroNorthEast

Six countries. Six Jollofs. One crown. 👑🍚

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