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Cheikh Kane – from death-defying boat crossing to Cartier catwalks

Cheikh Kane – from death-defying boat crossing to Cartier catwalks

Cheikh Kane’s story is like a Hollywood movie: a terrifying ocean crossing from Senegal which claimed the lives other travellers, then years of surviving in Spain before ending up on the catwalks of international fashion shows.  Marbella is now home to this 20-something Senegalese migrant, who has become a symbol of character. He struts for brands like Adidas, Cartier and …

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On the Costa Blanca, a man allegedly committed residency fraud while his mother was receiving free medical care.

Man ran residency fraud with his mother illegally getting free health treatment on Spain’s Costa Blanca

AN ALICANTE man has been accused of running a residency scam for his family which allowed his mother to get €9,000 of free public health treatment. The Policia Nacional has arrested the alleged perpetrator, a person of unknown nationality. He is accused of facilitating illegal immigration as well as social security fraud. Police got wind of him fraudulently using the …

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Celebrate the 12th of October and show your national pride in Marbella

October 12 celebrations and national pride in Marbella

Marbella Council unveiled an array of events that will mark Hispanic Day in the city on October 12. These include community gatherings and multicultural festivals, as well as historical tributes.  The programme, which aims to involve residents, covers a wide range of topics, from scientific talks and flag giveaways to street parades. It all aims to showcase Spain’s shared history …

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