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My Oh my, How time flies

It was just the other day when we were making new year resolutions (I wonder how many you ticked off?) and now we're just a few days shy of another new year. This year has been a roller coaster of excitements, lessons and most importantly new beginings. To healthier relationships, friendships, job hunts and many more great -ships you can think of.

On to matters at hand, Traveling, Yes. Each and everyone of us has at some point added traveling as one of their hobbies in their CV ( Some still have it) and this never changes no matter how old people grow.

We talk about it and how to make your travel life more smooth.

In the fashion section, Fred Wanjohi talks about what items you need to pack for that solo trip you've been planing for a while now. Speaking of planning for a traveling trip, We also talk about and show you how you can plan and save up for the trip to that exotic island or beautiful country that you've always wanted to visit.

As always, that's not all we have for you. We tell you a bit more about your nails and some problems that they have and what these may indicate for your health. We also escape to Lake Naivasha's Fisherman's camp and tell you what fun activities you can do here for a relatively pocket friendly budget. Do not forget to check out our wide range of reviews starting with CUEA Uni then on to books, series and finally DCEU's Aquaman movie.

As always, we can never forget the food lovers out there and we have two fantastic, easy to make recipes with easy to find ingredients.

PS : All our previous Magazine issues can be found online on our website, www.campusmag.co.ke or on Issuu.

Cover Model Name : Joan Shii Campus: Pwani Uni

As Always, Dream BIG, Work Hard and Stay Focused .. Don't Forget to Play even Harder. Have yourself a Marvelous Christmass and A Happy New year.

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Contents REGULAR FEAURES

16 WALK THROUGH

This month we take you out of town to Lake Naivasha's Fishermans camp.

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30 GADGET REVIEW

We do a review of Xiaomi Mi8 from a Chinese tech giant. A trully amazing highend phone with crazy specs

31 RECIPES

We know how much you love your daily dose of meals so we added more recipes for you to try out

FASHION PARADE

We talk about what to pack and bring along for your solo travels to any destination around the world.

32 BEAUTY BULLETIN

We show you how to take care of your nails and what nail problems may indicate

06 EVENTS

We feature some of the amazing events happening around Nairobi in this and the coming months

10 HANGOUTS

We hang out with the upcoming Hiphop musician from Zetech, Mac Royce and get to know him more

MAIN FEAURE

Ever had travelling as a hobby in your CV? Well, adulthood doesn't have to change that. We show you how to save for and plan for your future travels to anywhere.

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SPECIAL FEAURES

20 CAMPUS WELLNESS

With mental stress increasingly becoming an issue in campus, we talk about how to handle depression

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34 CONFESSIONS

Well, everyone has a first time drunk story to tell and things they'd rather forget. We mention a few.

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RUSINGA ISLAND

FERSTIVAL 20th December - 21 st December 201 8 Location : Rusinga Island Host : Chula Cultural Foundation Tickets : Free

usinga Festival is an annual two-day celebration of the culture of the Abasuba people of Kenya. The 201 8 edition will be held from December 20 – 21 on Rusinga Island, one of Kenya’s hidden gems on Lake Victoria – the festival offers two days of nothing but music, fashion, film, food, artistry, literature, sports and conversations that take you back in time into the wealth of the Suba & Luo culture within the picturesque environs of the island!

SLUM DANCE

AFRICA

Saturday, 23rd December 201 8 Location: Kenya National Theatre Host : Slum Dance Africa Tickets : Ksh 400 Slum dance Africa is a Hip-hop Breakdance event that brings top 5 East African dancers to battle out for a price money and uses dance to spread positivity among young people. This year slum dance Africa is bringing world champion Bboy Menno from the Netherlands to Kenya for the finals.

GUINESS FANZONE

WITH RIO FERDINAND Saturday, 1 5th December 201 8 Location: Uhuru Gardens, Langata Road Host : Homeboyz Entertainment Tickets: Ksh 1,000

The ultimate football viewing experience. Regular Ticket redeemable for 2 Guinness cans. VIP Ticket redeemable for 2 Guinness cans or 2 cocktails Reguar tickets go for Kshs 1,000 while VIP tickets go for Ksh 3,500. There will also be loads of music and entertainment from both local and international acts and your favorite DJs and MCs.

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Events

NAIROBI

FOOD FESTIVAL Friday, 1 st December 201 8 Location: Ngong Racecourse Host : Kenya Rugby Union Tickets : Ksh 500 This premiere event, which is happening on Saturday, 1 st December at the Ngong Racecourse, will give foodies the authentic experience of local and international culinary delights.

It goes without saying that food will be in plenty. There will be various food vendors who cater to both international and local cuisines. From the kebabs to the burgers, the mini-sliders to shawarma. There wil be a beer garden afterwards. Catch up with your squad over one or two cold ones and have a relaxing time, as the festival will run till late

EAST AFRICAN FASHION GALA

2ND EDITION

Friday, 1 4th December 201 8 Location: Michael Joseph Centre Host : Art Kenya Tickets : 1,000 East African Fashion Gala is a quarterly celebration of east African Fashion bringing together Lovers and creators of Fashion from East Africa and show them to the world. A The Theme is Red carpet couture showcasing how East Africans Dress on the Red carpet worldwide. The gala seeks to inspire and showcase African designers who depict greatness, exclusivity and Splendor in their designs. There will be a High Fashion Runway Show with great Live Music, awesome food, Red Carpet

REDFOURTH CHRITMAS

CANTATA - 2018

Saturday, 22nd December 201 8 Location: Garden City Mall - Thika Road Host : Redfourth Chorus Tickets: Ksh 800 Come and witness the most spectacular yet intimate Christmas Cantata staged by the largest choral movement in Africa, The Redfourth Chorus and headlining performances by #SpellCastMedia, Filah -Philip Tuju, #Baraza. The Redfourth Chorus subsets will include, Redfourth Mombasa and Nairobi, Redfourth Divine, Redfourth Kids, TAMIM. The event will be backed by Tha Movement. The event is ideal for the whole family and is the perfect celebration of love, family, friendship and the joy of Christmas.

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Fashion Speak PACKING

FOR SOLO TRIPS

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My grandma used to say, “Carry everything with you, so that when you arrive, your things arrive too.” When traveling alone, packing light isn’t as important as packing smart. Since travel inconveniences amplify when you’re on your own, you want to prepare for any scenario in your journey. First, the items at the top of your priority list should provide comfort and convenience. Second? Make sure you can singlehandedly manage your luggage for a distance. The key here is being able to keep your hands free, so you can focus on what’s ahead and not what’s weighing you down. Here are some items to help you have an easy journey.

Words - Fred Wanjohi (@Ingosialfie)

HEADPHONES Travelling can be a lonely affair and while a good book can be nice company, nothing beats good music.

A nice noise cancelling headphone will keep you company for hours with good tunes in your own mental zone.

Large Jewelry Deep V Sequin Shirts Character Ties FOLDABLE DOWN JACKET Another dual-purpose essential? A packable warm jacket which is so compact it can lay flat like an almost paper-thin layer in your suitcase. Or roll it into its pouch and it suddenly doubles as a travel pillow other than keeping you warm when the weather changes.

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FOLDABLE REUSABLE BAG These are light and tiny that you won’t believe how much they can hold. You can fold it into your pocket and then open it up to put your items in it. Be it shopping or as an extra bag when you have too much souvenirs to carry. The best part, the strap is long enough that you can wear it as a cross-body bag.

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BACKPACK WITH PADDED STRAPS Two straps are always going to be better than one. Not only does a backpack spread the weight out better, but anything that lets you be hands-free while navigating routes solo is a godsend. Plus, since it counts as a personal item, it adds to your carry-on allotment on flights.

OLD CELL PHONE CASE Leave behind that too-cute phone case and snap on an older, more discreet one. To avoid being a target for thieves when you’re on your own, go low-key with your tech and try to blend in. Also, rubber cases make for better fall protection for your device.

MULTI-PURPOSE SHOES It can be ridiculous to bring five pairs of shoes with you “just in case” on one trip. Limit yourself to about two pairs. One pair of waterproof, durable sneakers and another pair of shoes comfortable enough to use on long walks but can also work when going out to local entertainment spots and eateries.

SCARFS Whether to keep warm, dress up an outfit, cover your head, or use as an extra blanket, a large scarf can serve any number of purposes. You even use them to pad a fragile souvenir.

SUNGLASSES Bring along your singlasses to shade your eyes from direct sunlight when outdoors. You'll be glad you did when it gets too bright in the afternoon.

FLIP FLOPS (SLIPPERS) Throw in a pair of flip flops. Since they’re water resistant, they serve a different purpose and are flat enough to take up minimal room along the side of a suitcase. Besides being useful for days at the beach, they can also protect your feet in the shower or a hostel floor you’d rather not step on.

WRIST WATCH When you're having fun, the sense of time can get diluted and a wrist watch can be handy with a quick glance. It's also useful fo when your phone goes off and you need to keep an accurate sense of time while out.

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This month, we have a hangout chat with an upcoming Hip Hop and Trap musician from Zetech University, MacRoyce. He talks to us about his music, life and hopes for the music industry. We had a sit down with him to find out what drives his work.

What Genre of Music Do You Consider Your Music and who inspires your work?

I consider my music as hip hop with a little bit or trap and pop in it. I believe that music is one the things tht us as human beings share in common and brings us together in times of sadness and happiness.

So to answer the question as to who inspires my music is basically the people who appreciate and celebrate my music.

What got you into music?

I believe it just gre in me that everytime I happen to see a musician play a piano or any instrument I'm just driven to put words to the mood which is playing.

Do you seek out opportunities to play your music like say for instance, gigs or parties?

Yes I do. The main agenda in making music is to be heard. I have been to a couple of highschools, talent shows and clubs.

What would you consider as the best song that you've done thus far?

I'd go with 'No Mistakes'/ It is a gospel song in my Genesis mitape.

Basically, it talks about The God I serve and He never makes mistakes.

Given the opportunity, who would you like to collaborate with?

Locally I'd like to work with Khaligraph, Kevo K-Force, Band Beca and Petra. Internationally though, I'd like to work wih Nasty C, Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj.

Do you get nervous during a performance?

Yes I do. They say that the stage is like a court room and the crowd is like a jury. But the moment the music starts, the tension just fades away.

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Rolling With

Mac R

Royce

Campus Hangouts

How do you balance music with your studies and other obligations?

It is easy for me actually. I have a diary where I balance my day's schedule.

What is the strangest thing that you've heard from a fan at a concert?

Ha ha ha, This is funny... Take Your clothes off.

What would you tell people who want to do music?

If it's really music that you want to do. Then follow your passion.

What songs do you perform and do you do music covers.

Hip hop. No I don't do music covers. I believe in my own content.

What would you like your fans to remember about you?

As a nice guy. Calm and always ready to help when needed.

The guy whose music touched a lot of people and ended a war against drugs.

Parting Shot

I that CampusMag for featuring me in this column. If you avent heard my music you can find it on Youtube Soundcloud Mdundo.com @mac royce If you'd like a collabo or any questions. Follow me on instagram

@mac_royce

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How to Travel Anywhere ?

Words - Fred Wanjohi

So, you want to travel the world. You want to burst your bubble, meet new people, experience a completely different world to your own. You want to drink from a coconut, reach new heights trekking among the clouds, dance the night away in a salsa bar, talk till the sun comes up with someone you met just a few hours before.

But you can’t afford it.

And you have no idea how you ever could.

different want now. You have beers on beaches, scuba diving courses, trips to Brazil, a whole smorgasbord of joy that will bring you more happiness than another jumper or new pairs of shoes. Trust me – memories beat pizzas. Sunsets beat sneakers. Every single time.

(P.S. the needs vs. wants list also works wonders while packing.)

Which supermarket are you going to – is it the cheapest? Do you need the branded items? Sometimes cheaper versions of the same product taste just as good, just without a pretty label.

Redefine luxury

Take a look at your habits. In this world of fast fashion and consumerism, the world is telling you to spend spend spend, but instead of having a mindset where Let me help you out. Read on and find out how you can become a world class traveller you buy a new outfit for each social occasion, with adequate planning and savings through go to charity shops or borrow from your friends. See the purchase of new clothing or a our Tips highlighted below. new pair of shoes as a luxury, not a norm.

Would you rather shop back home... or in The needs vs. wants list This is the first thing to do when you start your Udaipur, India? saving journey. For one week, write down every cent you spend. And what you spend it The Butterfly Effect Not only is this a classic Ashton Kutcher film, on. Then get some pretty highlighters and but also a key concept in the saving world. highlight which are NEEDS and which are Small things add up – those daily coffees WANTS. Then get brutal about those wants. seem like small costs at the time (and they Cross them out of your life. You have a

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also feel so necessary!) but considerable savings can be made by eliminating many small costs.

Another simple but key area for the butterfly effect: food. Cook in bulk and take your lunch to work with you – it’s a huge money saver (and might also be healthier for you).

Plan your week’s meals ahead of time and go into the supermarket with a shopping list, rather than selecting random items that may end up never being used.

Which supermarket are you going to – is it the cheapest? Do you need the branded items?

Sometimes cheaper versions of the same product taste just as good, just without a pretty label.

Banking and budgets

Here’s a simple but important one: move money into your Savings Account immediately after you’re paid. (If you don’t already have one, open a Savings Account!)

Once you’ve calculated how much money you’re going to need for your trip, set yourself monthly targets. It’s very satisfying watching your money grow, and it works better to plan these things instead of just moving some money now and then.

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Keep your eyes on the prize. Keep your dream destination in mind as you save.

Another important one: have a weekly budget. And stick to it – be strict with yourself.

I break my spending into weekly amounts, and then have a mental daily spend.

If I know that I’m only allowed to spend Ksh 300 each day, I feel guilty when I go over it.

Equally, if I spend less than 1 50 a day (which is possible with meal planning and homebrewed coffee), I can carry the extra over to the next day, and it feels good to have 1 50 to play with.

Allow for your daily spend to be higher on

Keep your eyes on the prize

I have a friend who was also saving for travel at the same time as me, and when I moaned about not spending money, or even about hating my job, he would say: “Keep your eyes on the prize”. Keep your dream destination in mind as you save.

When you’re looking at a gorgeous pair of jeans, or a More often than not, the material goods that jacket with a tempt you at home make up a significant percentage of the money you’d spend on your fluffy hood that feels so travel experience, so put it back down, and essential in the visualize yourself in your destination. cold season.

Stop. Think. weekends, otherwise you’ll disappoint How much is this worth in your destination? yourself.

This potential purchase could equate to the cost of a week’s street food in your destination, or the cost of one night’s

accommodation in a Thai city, or 1 0 beers with new friends or even two meals in the Maldives.

More often than not, the material goods that tempt you at home make up a significant percentage of the money you’d spend on your travel experience, so put it back down, and visualize yourself in your destination.

Another top tip: set your phone background to a photo of your first stop. Staring at it will get you through some of your most tempting moments if you keep imagining how its all going to be finall worth it.

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Transport

Do you take public transport? Have a car?

Could you wlak or cycle instead? Think of the easiest way you could use to get around to your school or workplace and use it. You will end up saving a lot of the money you use as transport. Also consider peak traffic times and see if you can't arrive before it starts or after it abates.

Socialising

As well as redefining luxury, you might want to redefine fun. That’s not a subtle way to say you should be boring, but you can get creative with how you use your free time.

There’s nothing more magical than saving up for, and then loving every second of your next adventure.

Here’s some examples: Invite your friends over for a home-cooked meal and BYO booze instead of paying hiked up prices at a bar – you get to choose your own music at home, winning! Instead of going to the cinema, search through Netflix and your local movie dealer.

Make popcorn at home – listening to popcorn pop in the microwave is way more satisfying than paying Ksh 1 000 plus for a trip to the cinema anyway. If the weather is good, Go chill in the park with a football, or take a walk with someone and have a conversation.

And you might need to recruit allies for this endeavor, because there will still be plenty of Facebook events tempting you to spend. But it’s still possible to participate and not go overboard. Have three glasses of wine instead of 1 0 (or enter more appropriate numbers – but ensure it’s a reduction).

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When forced, you realize that you don’t NEED (there’s that NEED/WANT mentality popping up again) to spend money to have fun.

And it’ll all be worth it in the end. There’s nothing more magical than saving up for, and then loving every second of your next adventure.

Escape

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Words - Anne Kimani (CUEA)

ACTIVITIES

Lake Naivasha and its surrounding area have an amazing range of activities on offer within easy reach of Fisherman’s Camp. Hell’s Gate and Longonot National Parks, Crater Lake and Crescent Island game sanctuaries all offer wonderful opportunities to see game by foot, bike or vehicle.

If you plan to stay for a while, lakes Nakuru and Elementaita and the Mau and Aberdare mountains are all within easy day trips.

Fisherman’s Camp itself has a wealth of wildlife and beautiful scenery which can easily occupy a relaxing day During your stay, day trips and activities can include: Boats can be hired, with or without a motor, from which to fish for Black Bass or Tilapia. Fishing tackle is available. * Day trips: * Horse riding * Bird watching * Rock climbing * Mountain biking * Walking safari’s * Canoeing/Rafting * Boat/Fishing trips

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ACCOMODATION Fisherman’s Camp Naivasha is situated on two levels, with a range of accommodation options to suit a variety of budgets. Bottom Camp offers camping, banda and dormitory accommodation, which is set on the beautiful green lawns at the water’s edge.

The camp has toilets and washing facilities and tents are also available for hire.

Candalabra Camp has a range of bandas and cottages, from basic to self catering, with spectacular views of the lake 200 feet below.

Fisherman's provides every luxury to make your camping as comfortable as possible with tents and mattresses for hire all you need is to turn up, piping hot shower awaits you arrival, and clean flushing toilets. The camp is within an electric fence, which keeps hippos as a safe viewing distance.

FOOD AND DRINKS Fisherman’s Camp Naivasha bar and restaurant is a place to relax and have a cold drink whilst watching the black and white colobus monkeys or the changing colors of the lake. Fisherman’s well known and well reputed restaurant has a selection of delicious dishes to suit all tastes.

Some of their best sellers are: * Pepper steak * Swahili fish and crayfish * Chicken in a BBQ sauce * Crispy whole fried tilapia in garlic and ginger, * Swahili Red beans cooked in coconut and tamarind Fisherman’s Camp Naivasha also has soups, burgers, vegetarian meals, salads and a range of traditional Kenyan dishes. Desserts include the ever popular Amarula cheesecake and Sticky chocolate cake. Breakfast and snacks are served all day. The camp is happy to cater for group meals and have a range of options at very reasonable prices.

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CM'S GUIDE TO CATHOLIC UNIVERSITYOF EASTAFRICA

CUEA was founded by the regional ecclesiastical authority known as Association of Member Episcopal Conferences of Eastern Africa (AMECEA) on 3 September 1 984 in Nairobi Kenya as a Graduate School of Theology, under the name the Catholic Higher Institute of Eastern Africa (CHIEA). The main campus is located on Magadi road in Langata, Nairobi Kenya. The University campus is also hostMuigai of IBM Research Africa offices.

Words Bythe: Ivy Words - Sawo

What It Feels like to Go Here CUEA lies on a beautiful campus, deep in the heart of the Langata, Nairobi. Inside the walls of the university, you will find it has turned into home for a lot of students from a lot of backgrounds, both local and international. This university offers more than just scenery, though. CUEA provides its students a city with student groups, community, great academics and of course, a great football team.

At CUEA, some of the countless things to do include getting involved with some of many student groups dotting the campus, spending time improving your smarts with great academics and attending loads of sports events, ranging from recreational sports to inter-campus sports events. In addition, students here echo the fact that CUEA is a pro at creating and engaging, home-like environment and solid community for students who attend the university.

Where We Hang CUEA students don’t limit themselves to the classroom.

Students here love football games and all other sportsrelated activities, but they also enjoy taking time to appreciate the little things in life. Students spend their free time grabbing coffee with pals, traveling and exploring the outdoor scenery that the nearby national park has to offer.

“A lot of my friends play rugby, go to the Nairobi national park, go to coffee shops in Karen and lately my friends and I have liked taking day/weekend trips to different towns to hike and camp,” said second year Ben Otieno. Whether they find themselves indoors or outdoors, many CUEA students share the common favorite activity of building and investing in their community of friends.

Student Reviews “I’ve really appreciated the intentionality of community building. I was a little scared of how friendly people were at first because I didn’t know how to make sense of it. But what I learned really quickly was people just really, genuinely want you to feel welcome and to help you understand how things work at CUEA and how to be a good citizen of the school.”

— Paul “My whole life, I have gone to international schools and have been in class from everywhere around the world. I wanted to find a similar environment also for campus. After the first day and the [International Student Orientation] meeting...I already had the feeling I was in a place that could be a good fit for me.” – Marco

Q&A 1. How much are students partying?

“It’s really relaxed, whether you want to go out or not no one judges each other. There’s no pressure to party because there are lots of other things to do,” Ian. “Students at CUEA are pretty focused on their academics and long-term goals. However, there are plenty of students who go out Thursday–Sunday. There are a lot of campuses nearby, so the bar scene is pretty exciting on the mainline. While I would say academics are the primary goal, students also know how to enjoy themselves,” Michael 2. What will you get in trouble for at your school?

“One thing that this school is really big on is class attendance. Some kids, though, simply scan into the class and leave the building before class starts, making it probably the thing most students get in trouble for here.

Another thing that will get you in trouble is the dresscode.

It is quite strict here and you need to adhere to it” Nicole.

3. What would you tell incoming freshman about your school?

“One of the things people said when I first came in my visit is CUEA is one big family and after being here for a year that is the truth,” Benjamin .

“I would tell freshman to make sure they prioritize academics here from the beginning because the classes are very fast paced. Freshmen should really make an effort to become friends with anyone and everyone in their classes too. It becomes so useful to have friends in all aspects of campus as you get older,” Laeticia.

Awesome Alumni Members of CUEA alumni span across career fields ranging from entertainment industry to politics. Notable alumni include: Stella Kilonzo, former executive director of the Capital Markets Authority of Kenya, Eve D'Souza, media personality, George Khaniri, senator, Vihiga County, Vanessa Mdee, singer just to mention a few of the awesome personalities the institution has produced.

Getting In Like all competitive schools, to get into CUEA, you need to have impressive grades. You can join through KUCPS or PSSP. Other requirements are KCSE certificate or past academic records from recognized examination bodies.

Top 3 Faculties Faculty of Theology Faculty of Law Faculty of Education

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Health Words - Cliff Omondi

Dealing With Campus

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Depression is a serious and important issue on campuses across the country. Students are susceptible to depression due to potential factors such as stress with school, work, or finances, or possibly feeling isolated after moving away from friends and family.

Symptoms of depression include: a depressed mood (feeling sad, empty, or hopeless); lack of interest or pleasure in activities that you used to enjoy; fluctuations in weight; difficulty with sleeping; low energy; feeling worthless; feeling guilty; difficulty concentrating; difficulty making decisions; feeling irritable; feeling restless and/or feeling suicidal.

These symptoms can make it difficult to function in day to day life and as symptoms become increasingly unmanageable and you may even begin to feel suicidal. Anyone who is feeling suicidal needs to know that this is a serious symptom of depression and that you are not alone and do not need to cope with suicidal feelings alone. With help you can get relief and feel Engage in Psychotherapy Psychotherapy can help individuals identify what issues are contributing to their symptoms of depression and how best to address these issues. It can also help to reduce symptoms of depression and also prevent future episodes of depression.

Many campuses provide on campus counseling centers for students to access at little to no cost. Therapists on campuses will often have been hired for their ability to connect with and support campus students.

Explore Medication Options If you are experiencing symptoms of depression it is generally a good idea to talk with your primary care provider about this. Your doctor can help you rule out or treat any medical issues that may be contributing to symptoms of depression. Nurse practitioners, doctors, and psychiatrists can all prescribe medication to treat depression. Sometimes psychotherapy is not enough for more severe forms of depression and your doctor may decide that medication would be helpful. Fortunately, advances in medicine have provided a number of medications that can be effective in treating depression.

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Practice Mindfulness Exercises Mindfulness can be defined as staying aware and conscious in the present moment. While it sounds simple, being mindful is not easy, it can take a great deal of practice to develop the ability to be conscious and connected in the present moment.

Campus students may find themselves managing so many different commitments (classes, work, friends) at a time that they have a hard time staying focused without thinking about what they need to do next. And it can seem almost impossible to imagine staying in the present moment when managing frequent distractions on our ever present phones.

Spend Time in Nature It may seem simplistic but spending time in nature has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression. Even a 30 minute walk in a green setting has been shown to have an impact. Many campuses are located in beautiful settings with easy access to walking or hiking trails. Finding time to sneak away even once a week could have a significant impact on your mental health. And if you are in school in a big city where you don’t get much connection to nature, it may be even more important for you to find time to make a trip to the country, the coast, or the mountains every once in awhile just to get a dose of what nature has to offer. An added benefit of spending time in nature is that usually while in nature people are doing some form of exercise, such as walking, hiking, running or swimming which also helps reduce depression.

Health

Exercise Exercise has countless physical health benefits such as strengthening your heart, lowering blood pressure, reducing body fat, and improving strength. Exercise has also been shown to have numerous mental health benefits including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.

Campus students can also benefit from the impact that exercise has on the brain including improved memory and thinking skills.

Exercise can be anything that you enjoy doing, so if you don’t feel like hitting the gym or going for a run then call a friend and go for a walk or get a group of friends together for a group sport. Connecting with friends while walking or playing a game will take your mind off the exercise, and will give you the added benefit of social support.

Set Healthy Boundaries Sometimes when we feel worthless or guilty we have a hard time saying no, or setting boundaries in our best interest, because we are more worried about what the other person wants or needs than what we want or need. In campus we might feel pressure to say yes to everything due to a sense of pressure to “enjoy every moment” or “seize the day.” We may feel we need to say yes to every study group, every party, or every time a friend asks us for help with something.

However, this approach can backfire. In an effort to try to enjoy and do everything, we may be left unable to enjoy or do anything.

Setting good boundaries is like setting good goals. It can be hard to disappoint people by saying no or setting a boundary especially if we already feel inexplicably worthless or guilty. However, many people find Strengthen your Social Connections that when they push themselves to say no or set a boundary, even Putting time and energy into meeting new people and developing though it feels hard in the moment, they experience a boost in selffriendships is important for your mental health. Social support minimizes esteem and feelings of self-worth after doing so. the effects of stress on depression for campus students. Depression thrives in conditions of social isolation and loneliness. Breaking this We hope you have found this list of how to deal with depression in isolation and reaching out to others for support is a powerful way in campus helpful. Please remember that depression is a common and which to fight depression. So even if it feels hard, in fact especially treatable mental health condition. You do not have to cope with this when it feels hard, reach out and connect with your friends. alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis please reach out for help immediately.

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Advice

MONEYWASTERS LIFE IS GREAT UNTIL REALITY CATCHES UP WITHUS AD WE REALISE WE'RE EMPTY IN OUR POCKETS AND LOW IN OUR BANK ACCOUNTS. HERE ARE HOW MONEY WASTERS INFILTRATE OUR LIVES WITHOUT US REALISING IT.

Like many of you out there, the increase in cost of living and decrease of our valuable ringgit is painful. This is a somewhat nice ay of saying, "I work hard and want to play hard but life is expensive and towards the end of the month instant noodles and TV series marathons become our best friends" because lets face it, it's easier to save money at home and adult-ing didn't come with a blank cheque.

Even more so, we have to make sure that the consumption decisions we make will help us stretch our ringgit all the further. Here are five top money-wasters and how to counter it:

2 Cable TV

Before horror strikes you, tke a minute to think about it. Every other household is subscribed to cable TV service such as GoTV, DSTV, Netflix, Showmax, ViuSasa etc with too many channel packages that go unwatched. You could save money by buying into cheaper alternatives.

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Counter This: While you may or may not assume we're suggesting illegal downloads, We;d actually like to recomend better alternatives such as Zuku that gives you free cable TV when you install their internet services. It's the best alternative in the market so far and we;d recomend it or any related services that you may know of.

2 Dining Out

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As eating is a great pastime everywhere in the world,there is no doublt that the food scene is a booming industry with brunch cafes, burger joints, hipster eateries and a plethora of restaraunts opening on a monthly basis all over the city.

Counter this: Instead of eating out with your friends, stretch your shillings and enjoy picnics, pot luck dinners and put aside a set budget to try new dining places. We know, we know, the temptation to indulge in ice-crean and chocolate for the third time this week is STRONG.

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Gym and Fitness Classes

With intense eating comes intense weight and the need to fight it off and work towards a healthy and wholesome lifestyle will be undoubtedly strong. However, this is only true if your willpower is stronger because some of us pay for gyms and utilize the sauna moe than the equipment [Guilty! tedeng tedeng tedeng] Counter this: Forget the expensive gym fees and scour the internet for exercise videos an programs. better yet, grab a buddy and plot out a schedule that switches up between workouts at home and the great outdoors. Whether it's a walk in the park, a hike up a local hill or joging in the morning, it's healthy, great for the soul and most importantly, free.

4 Online Shopping

This one is a true killer, time and agan. I know too many of us are guilty of spending way too much time on online shopping sites and facebook shopping groups, often picking up items you wouldn'thave a need for. This is especialy true when online sites offer fabulous discounts, voucher codes and the likes of it. If you don't haethe time and energy to hit the mall or flea market and purchase it, then chances are you don't really need it.

Counter this: If you must shop online, allocate a budget and learn to bargain hunt. Shop during festive periods and keep an eye out for good sales. the danger of online shopping is that you at times you are often required to spend with your credit card and buy more than necessary. ugh, terrible.

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Drinks

We all love a good night out but when you're trying to save, entertainment drinks is a big money waster.

Counter This: Instead of hitting high-end speakeasies, try a house part with low end liquor and wine, you'll be suprised at how much you'll be saving.

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Chill Spot t’s been 1 0 years since Iron Man inaugurated the era of the modern superhero movie, but in 201 8, the genre entered its adolescence a few years ahead of schedule.

Infinity War flirted with nihilism like a teen who’s just read his first Sartre, and Deadpool 2 tested boundaries like a kid who’s just realized he can curse in front of his parents. Venom was a mall goth, fashionably angsty but unable to hold the pose, while Ant-Man and the Wasp crouched behind the bleachers, getting high and mumbling something about the “quantum realm.”

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Directed by James Wan and written by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and Will Beall, Aquaman is nominally part of the DC Extended Universe. But apart from a passing mention of Justice League’s big bad, you’d never know this is a world where Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman exist. When Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa) finds out that the kingdoms of the sea, home to his exiled mother, Atlanna (Nicole Kidman), and the land, home of his lighthouse-keeper dad (Temuera Morrison), are about to go to war, he doesn’t pick up the Batphone and get a busy signal. He’s told he’s the only one who can stop the coming conflict, and though he’s reluctant to bear the burden, he never tries to shift it.

The Kingdom of Atlantis’ hostility to the surface world is ostensibly sparked by humans’ misuse of the sea: The opening strike, authorized by the ruthlessly ambitious King Orm

(Patrick Wilson), is a series of tidal waves that returns to the land all the trash with which we have littered the ocean. But Orm’s goal is a simpler, more elemental one: power.

He fakes a pre-emptive strike by a stolen submarine, commandeered by the high-tech pirate, Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), then uses the supposed provocation to force the other kingdoms to fall in line.

Arthur is the first-born son of Atlantis’ former queen, and therefore its rightful king. But he’s also an exile, a foreigner, and worse, at least as far as the Aryan-looking Orm is concerned, a “half-breed.” For Mera (Amber Heard), the princess who is betrothed to Orm but is secretly working against him, that makes Arthur the perfect “bridge between land and sea”—not only Atlantis’ true ruler but a chosen one who can unite the worlds.

Doing so involves a prolonged quest for a sacred trident that takes him to strange terrains and the remnants of crumbled civilizations, through combats with ancient monsters, and to a final battle in which massive warships explode in slow motion as smaller craft dart through their wreckage. All of which is to say that if Aquaman is not the best comic book movie of 201 8, it is at the very least the best DC movie of the year.

There are parts of Aquaman that are so wonderfully strange that it’s astonishing to see them in a franchise blockbuster. It’s like watching Jupiter Ascending or Valerian and the City of a Thousand

Planets but with a full house rather than three people who have inadvertently wandered into the wrong theater.

What makes the film passably entertaining is that director James Wan throws astonishing amounts of action at the wall, and much of it sticks (though not always together). There’s entertainment in watching something so outrageously over-the-top, exploding in such strange ways. Just when you think you have a handle on it, something bizarre will happen.

Nicole Kidman defending her baby son by taking out a death squad, say, or villain Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, underserved) inexplicably detouring to the North Sea (the film’s geography is deeply non-specific). Wan not only embraces the inherent silliness of a hero whose signature power is talking to fish; he revels in it, finding the childlike awesomeness at its core.

You can still see every plot beat coming from miles away, but it feels like destiny rather than repetition, the fulfillment of a promise every movie makes and few deliver on. You can still see every plot beat coming from miles away, but it feels like destiny rather than repetition, the fulfillment of a promise every movie makes and few deliver on.

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Books BECOMING MICHELLE OBAMA

Michelle Obama's memoir, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, she invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her - from her childhood to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work to her time spent at the world's most famous address. With unerring honesty and lively wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it - in her own words and on her own terms. Warm, wise, and revelatory, Becoming is the deeply personal reckoning of a woman of soul and substance who has steadily defied expectations - and whose story inspires us to do the same.

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GEORGE ORWELL 'Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past' . Hidden away in the Record Department of the sprawling Ministry of Truth, Winston Smith skilfully rewrites the past to suit the needs of the Party. Yet he inwardly rebels against the totalitarian world he lives in, which demands absolute obedience and controls him through the all-seeing telescreens and the watchful eye of Big Brother, symbolic head of the Party. In his longing for truth and liberty, Smith begins a secret love affair with a fellow-worker Julia, but soon discovers the true price of freedom is betrayal. George Orwell's dystopian masterpiece, Nineteen Eighty-Four is perhaps the most pervasively influential book of the twentieth century.

LIFE'S AMAZING SECRETS GAUR GOPAL DAS Stop going through life, Start growing through life!

While navigating their way through Mumbai's horrendous traffic, Gaur Gopal Das and his wealthy young friend Harry get talking, delving into concepts ranging from the human condition to finding one's purpose in life and the key to lasting happiness. Whether you are looking at strengthening your relationships, discovering your true potential, understanding how to do well at work or even how you can give back to the world, Gaur Gopal Das takes us on an unforgettable journey with his precious insights on these areas of life. Das is one of the most popular and sought-after monks and life coaches in the world, having shared his wisdom with millions. His debut book, Life's Amazing Secrets, distils his experiences and lessons about life into a light-hearted, thought-provoking book that will help you align yourself with the life you want to live.

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Book Reviews By : Fred Wanjohi alfredwanjohi33@gmail.com @IngosiAlfie

TV Series

SIREN

TITANS

STARRING : Alex Roe Eline Powell Fola Evans-Akingbola

STARRING :

GENRE : CRIME | DRAMA | FANTASY NO OF SEASONS : ONE

GENRE : ACTION | ADVENTURE | DRAMA NO OF SEASONS : ONE

The coastal town of Bristol Cove, known for its legend of once being home to mermaids, is turned upside down when a mysterious young woman (Eline Powell) appears and begins wreaking havoc upon the small fishing town to look for her captured sister (Sibongile Mlambo) who was abducted at the hands of the local military. Siren takes us inside Bristol Cove - a coastal town known for its legend of once being home to mermaids. When the arrival of a mysterious girl proves this folklore all too true, the battle between man and sea takes a very vicious turn as these predatory beings return to reclaim their right to the ocean.

Titans follows young heroes from across the DC Universe as they come of age and find belonging in a gritty take on the classic Teen Titans franchise. Dick Grayson and Rachel Roth, a special young girl possessed by a strange darkness, get embroiled in a conspiracy that could bring Hell on Earth. Joining them along the way are the hot-headed Starfire and love-able Beast Boy. Together they become a surrogate family and team of heroes.

BLACK-ISH

THE GIFTED

STARRING :

STARRING :

Anthony Anderson Tracee Ellis Ross Marcus Scribner

Shemar Moore Stephanie Sigman Alex Russell

Stephen Moyer Amy Acker Sean Teale

GENRE : COMEDY NO OF SEASONS : FIVE

GENRE : DRAMA | FANTASY | HORROR NO OF SEASONS : ONE

The daily mishaps of a married woman and her semi-dysfunctional family and their attempts to survive life in general in the town of Orson, Indiana. A family comedy narrated by Katie, a strong-willed mother, raising her flawed family in a wealthy town filled with perfect wives and their perfect offspring. Like any parents, Andre "Dre" (Anthony Anderson) and Rainbow (Tracee Ellis Ross) Johnson want to give their children the best. But their offspring's childhood is turning out to be much different than theirs. They now realize at least two things: there is a price to pay for giving their children more than what they ever had, and these loving parents are totally unprepared for the fallout.

In a world where mutated humans are treated with distrust and fear, an institute for mutants battles to achieve peaceful coexistence with humanity. The first season of the American television series The Gifted is based on Marvel Comics' X-Men properties, and follows ordinary parents who take their family on the run after they discover their children's mutant abilities

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Generic OR Portable HD Digital Medium/Long Focus SLR Camera Ksh 4,61 1 Easily capture beautiful photos and videos usind this digital camera. It helps you to find unique perspectives and capture beatiful scenery nd moments. The multi-directional photography features meet your different needs. With a display Screen of 2.4/2.8inch TFT and a 32GB memory, You can view and take all the nice shots you want before needing to transfer them to a larger storage device of the cloud.

ti7 HBQ I7 TWS Twins Wireless Earbuds Ksh 1,799 With a built in HD microphone, the wireless i7 HBQ bluetooth headsets are quite the piece of art. The bluetooth distance for the headsets is 1 0 metres and it has a charging time about 1 hour (power indicator charging: red light, full power: blue light). It has a talk time of about 4-5 hours, music time about 4-5 hours and a standby time of

Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Waterproof Portable Outdoor Mini Column Box KSh 2,904 With a 2000MAH super battery capacity music playback enjoy music anytime, anywhere. It supports TF card function with a max 32GB. A transmission distance up to 1 0M allows for great outdoor experience. The device supports micro USB, 3.5MM AUX,TF card, USB2.0 ports. It also supports voice calls function. It has a low power consumption and a loudspeaker Output 40W

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Teclast M89 Tablet PC Ksh 1 5,660 Equipped with a 7.9 inch 1 0-point IPS touch display, Teclast brings your photos and videos to life. Android 7.0 OS ensures you more wonderful user experience and MTK81 76 hexa core processor, offers you smooth operation and stable multitasking experience. Decent cameras for capturing memorable moments and high quality pictures in daily life.

Kwese Play Streaming Device Ksh 5,650 Kwesé Play is a Roku Powered streaming platform that uses the internet to deliver entertainment services to consumers across SubSharan Africa. Kwesé Play gives you access to over 200 streaming apps, including Netflix, YouTube, Kwesé, Red Bull TV, NBA and TED.

Generic 2 in 1 Cell Phone Lens Ksh 1,573 The 2 in 1 HD camera lens can be used with a wide range of cell phones such as for iPhones, Samsung, Tecno, LG and more, work on iPad and PC too. Professional but portable to use. Clip it on the front or back camera of your phone, and it will show you another world of cell phone photography!

Everyone can be a photographer of your life!.

5 core Hi-fi 4.1 digital home theater with one 5.25Woofer KSh 8,500 Bring your living room to life with this stylish subwoofer from 5 core. The subwoofer gives you the best quality sound in a neat, compact unit. It can be easily arranged to match your living room design and give it a classy look at the same time. Powerful audio for full, balanced sound there’s 1 5500W of power, while the Mega Bass sound setting gives low end tones a boost. It provides awesome surround sound for gamers, movie & music lovers.

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Gadget Review

GOLD

XIAOMI w e i v e R M i- 8

Review By : Cliff Omondi

We did a reiew of Xiaomi redmi 5 in our August Issue and one thing we noted was that no one does more phone releases per month than Xiaomi. Now while this clouds the market and confuses the consumers like you, The Xiaomi Mi 8 is yet one of the best phones produced by the company. The Mi 8 does have more than a whiff of iPhone XS about it - but Xaiomi has at least mixed things up on the design front with a wide choice of colours and comes at a bargain price of just Ksh 39,000. The phone utilizes Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845 Octa Core with up to 2.8GHz frequency for the CPU. What this means is you can play BIG, heavy games and watch videos smoothly. 1 2MP and 20MP AI cameras let you take sharper more vibrant photos anywhere anytime and the fingerprint and facial recognition sensors add a level of security only matched by Samsung's and apple's top tier phones.

Design With a fingerprint sensor located smugly at the back, it's slightly recessed to make it easier to find by feel and superfast. The notch uptop makes space for extra face scanning hardware, so you can unlock with your phone with your face instead of your thumb. The Gorilla glass and metal sandwich design is otherwise familiar, with rounded corners to sit comfortably in your hand. Flip over to the front and the phone unlocks nearly instantly. Okay, only if you've set up the face unlock feature but you probably will because it's super convenient and quick. Yes, it works in the dark and will also make sure to check if you have your eyes open, it won't unlock the phone in your sleep. The 3.5mm jack is missing. The USBC port is centered on the bottom, the loudspeaker is to its right and behind the other grille is the primary mic. There's an extra mic on top and that's all there is up there - no infrared emitter.

Camera : Double Vision

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There is a 1 2MP, f/1.8 main sensor with optical image stabilisation and dual-pixel autofocus for the back camera section and a 20MP f/2.0 front cam for taking selfies and self recording.

With impeccable detail, low noise and ample contrast colours. Exposure is almost always handled well, and while HDR effects can be to dialed down in settings for fine-grain control over your shots. The camera doesn't falter the minute the sun goes down, either and shots are largely clean and free from blur if you stand still before pressing the shutter button.

Display Xiaomi UI borrows heavily from iOS. With square icons, even the pre-installed wallpapers will look overly familiar to anyone coming from an Apple handset. The optional full-screen gestures are near-identical to the ones seen on the iPhone XS. A swipe up from the bottom of the screen goes home, a swipe and hold shows your currently open apps, and a swipe from the side goes back. These are handy enough, and free up space where the

onscreen buttons would be, but they also make it tricky to activate Split view or wake the Google Assistant.

Our Take The Mi8 falls short by omitting the headphone jack and memory slot but other than that, it gives top brands a run for their money and we definately recomend this phone to anyone.

SPECIFICATIONS

6GB RAM+64GB ROM Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Octa Core Dual 1 2 MP AI Rear, 20 MP Front Cameras Infrared Face & Fingerprint Identification 6.21 inch 2248 x 1 080 FHD+ screen 3400mAh high capacity battery

PROS

Integrated fingerprint & Face sensors Masive 6GB DDR3 RAM 64 GB Memory AI Camera

CONS

No Memory expansion slot Notch in front screen

Recipes ROSEMARY CHICKEN CURRY

There’s a hundred different ways to make a good curry, but every good curry doesn’t need a ton of ingredients. This super simple Rosemary Chicken Curry is a flavour bomb that is sure to become one of your favourites too!

-Ingredients -Instructions

To boil the meat: 3 tbsp oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3 tbsp tomato paste 1 cup tomatoes, chopped 1 tbsp paprika 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp cumin powder Salt to taste 2 sprigs rosemary 1 cup water 2 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes Coriander leaves, for garnishing Steamed Rice, for serving

1. Heat oil in a pan and add the onions. Once they turn translucent, add the garlic and stir for 1 -2 minutes.

2. Add the tomato paste and cook it for 2-3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, paprika, chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, rosemary and water and stir. Cover the pot with a lid and let cook for 5-7 minutes or until oil starts to ooze out from the tomatoes.

3. Add the chicken and stir. Let cook for another 1 0-1 5 minutes. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with a side of steamed rice

MATUMBO WET FRY (TRIPE)

In Kenya, matumbo (tripe) is very affordable and it is actually really delicious if done well. Matumbo wet fry is often served with Ugali. This recipe requires you to boil the matumbo for 3-4 hours or until tender, but if you are in a hurry, you can use a pressure cooker and that will take you less than half an hour.

-Ingredients

To boil the meat: 500 gms Matumbo (tripe), cleaned thoroughly and chopped into pieces 2 tbsp ginger-garlic, minced + 1 tsp Salt to taste 2 tbsp oil 1 onion, chopped 1 /4 cup coriander stems, chopped 3/4 cup tomatoes, crushed 1 tsp tomato paste Coriander leaves, for garnishing For the Ugali, 3 cups water 1 1 /2 cups Maize Meal

-Instructions

1. To boil the matumbo: Boil water in a heavy bottomed pot. Once the water comes to a boil, add matumbo pieces, ginger, garlic and salt. Boil for 3-4 hours or until the tripe is tender.

2. In a pan, heat oil. Add onions and cook until translucent. Add ginger, garlic and coriander stems and stir for 30 seconds.

3. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, matumbo pieces and salt and stir. Cook for 8-1 0 minutes.

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with Ugali.

4. For the Ugali: Bring the water to boil in a pot/sufuria. Add 1 /2 cup maize meal to the boiling water. Adding a little bit of the meal to the water ensures that the water starts to roar which makes the perfect ugali. Stir using a wooden spatula and try to break any lumps apart.

5. Add the remaining flour and get stirring. Using the spatula, smoothen out any lumps that may have formed. If the ugali is not hard enough, add more flour. Lower the heat and keep working the ugali against the sides of the pot, getting rid of any lumps and also making sure it is evenly cooked.

6. Once cooked, mould it using the spatula and serve with the Matumbo wet fry.

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HowTo Bounce Back From Gels In the age of gels, stronger tips have never been more coveted. Whether a UV-cured manicure left your nails cracked and brittle or they just need some TLC, you've come to the right place. Maggie Ninno tells us more.

1 EXFOLIATE

Just like glycolic acid gets your face baby smooth, painting on an acid-spiked exfoliator will dissolve damage on the surface.

2 BUFF

A gentle grit erases rough patches and preps the canvas, so when you resume polish (wait about a week), it'll go on more smoothly, chip less and last longer,

Making Fake NailsLook Real

Artificial nails are a great way to achieve elegant-looking hands without bi-weekly trips to a nail salon. However, artificial nails can sometimes look just that artificial. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to achieve a naturallooking manicure at home using artificial nails.

Choose your nail color. Decide the kind of look you hope to achieve with your artificial nails. Bold hues and designs draw attention to nails, while neutral tones soften and downplay the look of your nails. A French manicure most closely resembles what your nails naturally look like unpolished.

Nail Care Tips

1. To whiten your nails and remove any yellowness, try using white toothpaste and a toothbrush to scrub your nails. Then rinse with warm water.

2. Use a soft sanding block on and around the nail and cuticle area to shape and exfoliate.

3. If your nails are on the short side, it's fine to go with slightly softer square shape for a deliberately strong mood. As nails grow longer, round off more, eventually ending with a more oval to almond shape, which helps make fingers and hands look more elegant and elongated.

Cut and file nails to match your natural nail. Shorter nails look more realistic, as natural nails are difficult to maintain at longer lengths. Cut your artificial nails to a length that conforms with your natural nails. Notice if the tips of your nails are naturally rounded or square. File your

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YELLOW NAILS

3 HYDRATE Give nails some nutrients with a strengthening serum that contains coconut and apricotkernel oils.

Paint a thin layer of nail polish color. Nail polish that is too thick builds up on your nail and makes it look more artificial.

Start each coat of nail polish using thin, even brush strokes. It is easier to apply more color afterward than to remove color.

VISIBLE RIDGES

UNUSUAL

NAIL SHAPE

CLUBBING SPLITTING NAILS

Can happen naturally with age, but it's also sometimes due to nail lacquers or acrylic nails. If you often wear acrylic nails or paint your nails and are having this problem, try taking a break and give nails a chance to recover Ridges running either the length or width of the nail plate can have a number of causes, including: Aging, Trauma to the nail,Rheumatoid arthritis or Eczema Unusual nail shape – such as the nails becoming concave – can be caused by iron deficiency.

This is when the ends of your fingers swell and the nail becomes curved and rounded. It can sometimes be a sign of liver or kidney disease. See your doctor for advice Here, the nail plate splits or layers as it grows off the nail bed. Causes include: Constantly wet hands, Frequently using and removing nail polish, using the nails as tools such as picking between the teeth.

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The first time people get drunk is usually when they do the crazie st things. It's that time when you don't really know how much alcohol you can handle and you don't know what to expect when the liquor hits your brain, which means that pretty much anything can happen. This time, we brought you a collection of misadventures of first time drunks.

If you have ever been so drunk that you paid your spouse for having sex with you, you probably need to stop drinking. This Whisper confession makes it sound like the person who wrote it thought they were potentially having sex with a prostitute instead, which makes us wonder if this is something that's happened before. Although the dude genuinely seems shocked about paying his girrlfriend 500 after sex, sometimes we learn things from our drunken selves that seriously disturb us. Regardless, this is a cringeworthy confession about the dange rs of drinking with a loved one, or more like the dangers of drinking too much when a loved one is present. Now, the only question remaining is what the spouse thought of this generous "gift?"

“I don’t drink, but I once showed up to class so visibly stoned that my professor (jokingly?) asked if I was high as I struggled through answering a stupid simple question. I panicked and responded, ‘No, are you?'”

I went out for my friends birthday. On the way to the club I threw up in the Uber. In my blackout state I knew I could not afford the fee for puking in an Uber so I threw up into my romper. I went to the club till 2am and lost all my cards. When I got back to campus, I realized I couldn’t get into my dorm so I went to my friends. I sat on her floor for an hour and cried while looking up at the ceiling. She asked me what I was doing, my response was 'looki ng for Jesus' Something that always happens when you get drunk is that you're likely to also get really hungry.

There's something about alcohol that just makes you want to eat. And if it's dinner time and you've got food available, you're going to make yourself a plate of somet hing that you can chow down on.

In this case, though, this guy thought that the laptop looked a lot like a plate (or maybe he didn't want to bother with actually finding a plate) and just served dinner right on that. Which is definitely not a good idea. The best part, though? His mother watched these shenanigans without saying a word, although it's likely that she got a good laugh out of it: who wouldn't?

Please Remember to Have Fun Responsibly this Holiday Seaso and send us confessions of your Misadventures to the email below.

Have a Merry Christmass and a Happy New Year

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