Africa's top ten sexiest women of 09

Jamati Online has been running an annual highlight of some of the sexiest African women and men around the world today. Each year it gets harder to pick a handful from the large numbers that are out there. 

They've come up with the top ten sexiest women in Africa for year 2009 and they are...in no particular order...

* Adama Diallo - Senegal

Adama was one of three winners in the 2007 Elite Model Look France. She was only 16. She signed with Elite Paris and has graced the pages of several magazines. Her catwalk has had many in the industry sit up and take notice. We will be seeing more of her in the future.

*Gloria Mika - Gabon

A designer favorite, Gloria Mika has used her platform to make a difference for the people of Gabon.

*Zamajobe - South Africa

This jazz artist is a hot commodity in South Africa. Her style is unique and has earned her awards in the music scene. Her elegance brings great style to the jazz scene.

*Lupita Nyong'o - Kenya

She worked on the crew for the movie 'The Constant Gardener', and is part of MTV's campaign (MTV Staying Alive Ignite drama series) to fight the spread of HIV/AIDS in Kenya. Talented and beautiful, she embodies true African sexy!!

* Elizabeth Ahmed - Nigerian/Russian
 

She was hot on Ray-J's show and is a real stunner. She has appeared in several magazines, speaks Russian, and loves athletic activities.

*Sera Lubowa - Uganda

Sera Lubowa is a go-getter who started a step-dance troupe at her high school, took acting classes, and works as a model. She's confident and that is HOT!! (photo: Kauwuane Burton)

*Ataui Deng -Sudan

She is the hot newcomer on the catwalk and everyone is abuzz. With legs that go on forever, she is sure to make waves on the catwalk for a long time.

*Maud Bourek - Egypt

Long legs and a sassy attitude. She has been seen on several campaigns

*Tomi John - Nigerian

She has appeared in True Love West Africa, Mode Men Magazine, NTFS, Couture Exotica, JBL, ITK Magazine, and Deal Or No Deal.

*Christelle Avomo- Gabon

This R&b singer emigrated to the US in 2006 and, 18 months later, hit the R&B charts with a Top 40 song. Her sound has been described as 'Beyonce-meets-Rihanna' and her looks are definitely a great bonus


*Thabi-South Africa -Africa

Stunning South African model who's been in the industry for over 6 years.
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Good list...just a few names missing for me...like Nonhle Thema...Sarah Ofili maybe? I wonder what their criteria is really. Thoughts?