Photo by omar william david williams on Pexels.com I recently had a difficult conversation with someone, and I’m fairly certain they now view me as a rebel because of the things I said. What I did is considered taboo where I come from—me, a young woman, confronting an older African man in authority and speaking… Continue reading Breaking the silence: Why I refuse “kupfunda mvura” anymore
Unapologetically Me: Embracing the Multifaceted Nature of African Motherhood
Photo by Ksenia Chernaya on Pexels.com *In commemoration of International Women's Day, it's an honour to feature a guest post from a remarkable mother who embodies the strength, resilience, and determination that this day celebrates. In this heartfelt and inspiring piece, she shares her reflections on embracing the multifaceted nature of African motherhood: As I… Continue reading Unapologetically Me: Embracing the Multifaceted Nature of African Motherhood
Coffee with my younger self: A conversation through time
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com As I approach a milestone birthday, I can’t help but reflect on the years gone by- the ups, the downs and everything in between that has shaped me. If I was to sit down with my younger self over over a cup of coffee today, what would I tell her?… Continue reading Coffee with my younger self: A conversation through time
New year, new me? Navigating the Pressure to Reinvent Ourselves
It's only a few days into 2025, but already social media platforms are flooded with posts about New Year's resolutions, vision boards, and goals for the year ahead. A lot of these resolutions are usually focused on self-improvement and personal growth. This "new year, new me" mantra is now a cultural phenomenon, putting pressure on… Continue reading New year, new me? Navigating the Pressure to Reinvent Ourselves
All is vanity, a chasing after the wind….
We spend so much time pursuing external markers of success—such as educational qualifications, wealth, what to wear and worrying about how others perceive us—that we often forget to focus on the important things in life like relationships, personal growth and overall well-being. While those external markers are important, a healthy balance is essential for a… Continue reading All is vanity, a chasing after the wind….
Megan Sekenhamo 