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EXLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH MaryneKeseri

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I like your hair by the way.

I know this is an awkward way to start a magazine editorial but the perfect way to break the ice with someone.

First let me thank you for picking up a copy of CampusMag's August Issue. Whether you just want to peruse a section or read through it, know that the magazine has been designed with you, the student in mind from the cover page to the last page.

Thoughts and opinions on how to improve the magazine are always welcome. Be they be on how to improve on the design, the topics we cover or new sections you'd like to see, holla at us through our social media pages listed below or send us an email.

Hair is an important part of everyone's everyday life and is a particularly a quite integral part to everyones success. How you keep and maintain it is what makes the phrase 'First Impressions last' matter as where do other start looking at your from if not your hair.

On this months issue, we tackle some of the most important issues around hair such as how to organically grow it much longer, how to take care of it and most importantly, how to keep it professional.

But that's not all that we have for you. Some of our fantastic regular sections such as 'Escape', Series review, TV review and Techzone have amazing content written just for you. Don't forget to check out our review for Multimedia University and how the students find life here.

For those of you who love learning about new ways to create amazingly sumptious meals, we have a recipe for Jamaican Jerk wings. Wondering what that is, dive in and find out all bout it on page 31.

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06 EVENTS We feature some of the amazing events hppening around Nairobi in this and the coming months 16 WALK THROUGH This month we take you through the famous Maasai market here in 08 Nairobi. The days times and tips 30 GADGET REVIEW We do a review of Xiaomi's REDMI 5 Plus. One of the many amazing FASHION PARADE phones produced by the brand We talk about the simplest yet most popular hair styles in campus and why to get 32 BEAUTY them. We give you tips and insights on how to take care of your hair to look more beautiful. 10 HANGOUTS We hang out with Maryne Keseri of Afrikeseri Kollections & find out what drives him in a quest to build a powerful brand & care for the boychild 31 RECIPES We show you how to prepare very sumptuous Jamaican chicken wings

MAIN FEAURE Why are millenials almost always broke, living from paycheck to paycheck an supplimenting 32 31 with loan apps. Find out on our main feature

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20 CAMPUS WELLNESS We show you the many organic products that you can use to grow your hair longer and more beautifully 34 CONFESSIONS When an assistant Dean loves speaking in his native tongue. Trouble 12 is sure to follow. Find out more 32 BEAUTY 2018 NAIROBI PIZZA FERSTIVAL 29th September to 8th October 201 7. Download the EatOut App today to unlock amazing 2 for 1 deals during the mVisa Nairobi Pizza Festival from 29th September to 8th October 201 7. Scroll below to find out how you can claim 2 complimentary drinks and stand a chance to win a trip of a lifetime to Rome.

PLASCON COLOR RUN Kenya Colour Run welcomes Plascon Kenya as they transform to a bigger, brighter and a more colourful run. This edition of Plascon Colour Run will have a one-of-a- kind theme: Colours, DJ Music, Running, Jogging, Skipping, Walking, Dancing, Aerobics, Zumba & lots of food & drinks will ensure that all participants will have an absolute blast. Adults: Ksh 1 500 Kids: Ksh 1 000

NAICCON ASYLUM

Welcome to the #Asylum for the #InsanelyCreative and #MadlyTalented. Attend the greatest showcase of creativity in East Africa. Animators, Comic Book Artists, Illustrators, Cosplayers, Game Developers, Gamers, Illustrators, Merchandisers, Youtubers etc. This is gonna be a meet for geniuses. Attend to have the greatest fun in your you life.

Tickets www.naiccon.com Ksh. 700 Weekend Pass Ksh. 400 One day Ticket Tags #Naiccon #PSGAfrica #AfricaEcup #Asylum201 8 Campus Events

PROJECT AFTERGLOW

Project Afterglow is a great night to enjoy fantastic music combined with a glow in the dark theme to keep it diverse.

Starts: Sat 1 1 th Aug, 7:00pm Ends: Sun 1 2th Aug, 6:00am Location: The Tree House Charges: Ksh 800

SAUTI ACADEMY VOICE AUDITIONS Would you like to become a professional singer? Come and audition to study music with us! Sauti Academy is the place to learn healthy voice technique, study song writing and performance alongside a live band and learn about the music business. Karibuni.

SIngle Session : Ksh: 1 000 Group Session : Ksh 1 000

RUGBY AFRICA GOLD CUP

Rugby Africa Gold Cup action continues on Saturday 1 1 August 201 8 when the Simbas play Tunisia at the RFUEA Ground. This match kicks off at 2.00pmarticipants will

Regular: Ksh 8,00 V.I.P Ksh 2000 LetsTalk For the Ladies Choosing for ladies is a night mare in choices. As they are simply endless possibilities & combinations that can be tried out. Here are some that are trending at the moment, are easy to maintain HAIR and last long if well taken care of.

1. Box : This is a protective style that is achieved by parting the into tiny sections and then braiding the hair while infusing wefts of braiding hair. Braiding hair is synthetic hair with a thicker texture used to make braids appear longer and thicker. This can take from 4 to 8 hours to complete and last for 3 months, at the longest 3 2. Sew-Ins : This is a durable, low-maintenance hairstyle that can last up to three months with proper care. This style is known as protective styles as it allows 4 women to style their hair without breaking or damaging their natural hair from any heating tools. This technique involves French braiding the natural hair into a circular pattern and using needles to sew the ends of the track into the braided hair. These tracks come in the form of bundles or packs, which are extended collections of hair held together by wefts that vary in length and color.

3. Natural Hair: This is the state-of-being of all hair without assistance from extensions or heated tools. It is one of the most versatile patterns that can be worn in endless ways. This often includes thick-textured hair that results in many curl patterns. This style often requires products due to natural hair being prone to dryness and . It is easily damaged due to humidity and breakage. This damage is why many women often turn to the protective styles listed above, as to not ruin or damage their natural hair.

4. Goddess Braids : These give a tiara kind of look and accentuate the forehead and eyes. It is much like a large inverted cornrow. In this, the hair is not braided completely, but a major portion of it is left flowing. This 2 hair would require synthetic hair as well.

1 Fashion Speak LetsTalk For the Guys Men, the excuse of having the same hairstyle or 4 haircut has run its course. Nowadays, there are many latest hairstyles for men that can HAIR specifically cater to any length and texture without sacrificing masculinity. From professional short haircuts, trendy fade hairstyles, , buzzcuts to funky , men can have it all. Here are some to try out.

1. The High Top Fade : The classic high top haircut is back in all its 90’s glory. Also known as the box cut, the high top fade is a sharp and structured style perfect for those who want manageable but voluminous hair. The style involves a fade down to the base of the neck, with short sides and about 3 inches of hair on top. The top section of the hair is cut into a rectangular shape that gives the box fade its name

2. Mid Fade with Dreadlocks This fade usually creates an arc behind the ears which helps the dreadlocks to stand out regardless of whether your locs are short, long or medium.

3. Fringe To recreate a fringe undercut hairstyle, allow your hair on the top section to fall on the forehead and combine that with an undercut. Ideally, its best to show your an example 3 of the hairstyle you want so that they can advise you on how to maintain it.

4. Two Strand Twists + Fade So first, you take the basic fade, then you add two strand twists at the top. In other words, twist at least two strands together as you see in the photo. Some of the best hairstyles combine contrasts, 2 and the resulting look is pretty unique. 1

Campus Hangouts

The Queen of HEADWRAPS

This month, we have a chat with the award winning fashion designer & headwrap stylist, Maryne Keseri. She is the founder of Afrikeseri Kollections, a fashion outfit that deals with all kinds of African wear with a primary focus on womens headwraps and dera clothing. She has appeared in multiple television, radio and magazine interviews to discus her work & what drives her passion for African wear and her designs. She has been named The House of Legacy designer of the year, three years in a row (201 6-201 8) and shows no signs of slowing down. We had a sitdown with her to find out what drives her success.

1 . Tell us about yourself? post picture of my clients wearing my outfits Wow. We have some pretty serious Okay. This is a hard one. I am the first born in a and people would like and do enquiries and challenges. For instance, as I am not quite family of five. My roots are from western Kenya orders. I also posted on sales groups on that established, I don't have ready made but I was born and raised in Nakuru. I am very facebook and managed to get some orders inventory. Most clients look for ready made focused, hardworking and ambitious student too. I also managed to get the best suppliers Items and if not available, I end up loosing lots & designer at Multimedia University. My and also know the demographic which was of business. Also, the flooding of the dera hobbies include mat sewing, swimming and I interested in deras. market with cheap generic products from am a fitness enthusiast. I love travelling, which Eastleigh really cuts down business flow. is quite helpful with my line business and I am 5. You've had multiple interviews both on also into doing charity. television & magazines. How has that 8. What's next for Maryne Keseri ? impacted on your business? I want to have opened a shoe line in the next 2. How much did you start with & how did you The interviews, I've had are on a number of couple of months as I am working on the use this to grow your business? various topics. Some of viewers call to mention designs now. I also want to have a Monthly I started my business with Ksh 5,000, I had how they like my work & how I inspire them. fvents TV like series titled 'The Headwrap Affair' saved up 3000 shillings and I asked a family On sales, the shows have really boosted these starting out at the Coast, heading to Central friend for a loan of 2000 shillings to top it up. I as people are always calling to make orders Kenya, Rift Valley then Western and finally used the 3K as transport to Mombasa (I was or ask for our physical locations so that they culminating in Nairobi for a series finale in one relatively new there) and with the remaining can come and buy our inventory. I have had of the Fancy hotels. I also intend to have a 2K I bought my first stock of deras at Marikiti people call in from as far as Lebanon & The beauty parlour and a photography studio for market for Ksh 250 a dera. Came back to U.S to make orders because of the magazine my clientelle. school and sold them off mostly to the staff interviews. I really thank God for them as they and then using the profits, repeated the help my business grow. 9. What inspires you and how you work? process each time expanding my client base. I had a rough childhood growing up and I 6. You re particularly known for your wouldn't want my siblings or children, any 3. How did you handle dissapointment when headwraps but that's not the only thing that children to go through the same. I hope to starting out? you do, is it? open up a rescue center, Afrikeseri Rescue Every business has its challenges. Especially Yes. So ... Pulse live Kenya gave me a name. Center for children especially for the 'Boy with deras which are mostly bought by a The Queen of Headwraps. Daily Nation called Child' who doesn't receive as much care as niche community and also by pregnant ladies me a Jack of all trades but a master of they should. My family is my primary inspiration so this could leave me with unsold stock. But headwraps. They were actually right, because though and I can't let myself rest until I get through persavearance, I have managed to I am a headwraps stylist, fashion designer and what I want for them. They are proud of me outgrown these and see the business expand an entrepreneur with a boutique & barber and it's this pride that keeps me going. to more clients. shop in Eldoret and mabuyu outlets in Ongata Rongai, Nairobi CBD and also Eldoret town. 1 0. Parting shot 4. What role do you think social media plays in My Parting Shot. Haba Haba Hujaza Kibaba. your business today? 7. As a designer, what are some of the Take more risks and your chances of success Social media has been of great help especilly toughest moments you've had to face in your will increase more. Remember to Tithe. with marketing. When I started out, I would line of work? YOUR MOMENT OF STARDOM IS HERE! Campus Mag is on the lookout for chiqs/dudes who want to strutt their stuff on our magazine

Every month we'll select one chiq and/or one dude to be featured on the magazine. Tell us all about your achievements, your dreams and anything else interesting about yourself. We'll also have a flattering photoshoot session just for you! P.S You must still be in CAMPUS

Just send your details to [email protected] and we'll give you a call YOUR Main Feature MOMENT OF STARDOM IS HERE! Campus Mag is on the lookout for chiqs/dudes who want to strutt their stuff on our magazine What Is Making MILLENIALS So BROKE !

'm pretty sure that everyone's parents now till you graduate and post-graduation, (and even mine!) constantly drill into your there will be more challenges whether you like heads how lucky you are or how spoilt it or not. Challenges beyond working on you are compared to ‘their time’. You assignments, sitting for final exams or pursuing know what? Your parents aren’t wrong. a higher education. Yup. We’re talking about They lived in a time and survived a money matters. period where money was hard to come I by. So hard that some of them couldn’t Knowing that basically everyone your age even afford high school education let feels an intense pressure to keep up alone higher education, unlike you – and appearances, both online and in real life, can that’s only the tip of the iceberg for them with actually give you an edge when it comes to regards to the challenges that they’ve faced learning about financial planning and how to in their lifetime. change your status from broke to ... well not broke. This actually begs the question, why are While your whole future lies ahead of you from millennials broke? Mai

Everything Is Expensive! consider an outfit for an Here’s the truth: trying to manage your evening and wonder finances in your 20’s is tough. Even the working whether the other dinner crowd who are in their 30’s will tell you the guests might have seen it same thing as it’s not something you stop previously. Now, once the doing. Of course, looking at where you tend to outfit is displayed on social spend too much and saving for your future is media, every single person the smart thing to do – but it isn’t always a fun the trend-setter knows has thing to do. What if you’re seen it, meaning it’s dead forced to spend a certain amount a month and new outfits are in order whether or not you want to? We’re not talking about luxuries like holidays and shopping Millenials Are More Exposed sprees. In general, the cost of living around the Wait, but isn't that a good world is on the rise. thing? Yes, it is. However, if Here in Kenya, the price of everyday items are you consider that a decade rising, including general food products and ago we never had to worry even fuel. Furthermore, with the recent budget about such things as money announcement for 201 7, it was announced to buy data daily, to pay for that a GST (Goods and Services Tax) will be Uber, look for an AirBnB, go implemented. If you don’t know what GST is, it’s on that random Tinder date, a broad-based consumption tax covering all to do quick impulsive online sectors of the economy. Yes, it will affect shopping or go for that Kenyan rich and poor, old and young, retreat you saw in an online employed or unemployed. Why do we need to ad. It is not so good for our pay taxes like these? Well, that is so that the finances. Also being government can finance socio-economic exposed to more development; which includes providing opportunities in Campus infrastructure, education, welfare, healthcare, exposes us to people from national security etc. That and also to pay off higher social classes and in some pretty serious Chinese debt. a bid to keep up, we end up spending way more than we Millenials Are Spending Under Pressure actually have in a bid to Loans and low incomes seem to hold a lot of keep up appearances. the blame for why millennials are so broke, but there is also some weirdness when it comes to Instant Gratification how we spend our money. Most millennials feel Millenials were enabled as a weird pressure to keep up the appearance kids and didn’t learn responsibility or how to that they aren’t actually broke and social fend for themselves so they make poor media is one major source of this pressure. decisions. Ultimately this generation has been Social media has created a new set of rules. It set up to fail more than our parent's generation used to be that the style conscious might ever was. We have become more of a credit Main Feature

fact that the millennial generation has more access to information than our parents did gives us leeway to navigate most of these issues. A little discipline and attending financial literacy classes like those offered by Waceke Nduati's Centonomy can aid us to chart brighter financial futures.

Fiscal discipline Have a budget and always stick to one! It’s the most important tool to properly plan the ‘in’ and ‘out’ of your pocket. If you spend less than what you earn, you’ll definitely end up with a surplus that leads into savings and investments. You don’t want to end up with a deficit that’ll require loans or the tightening of your belt, do you? If you continuously sit on deficit budgets, say for over a decade, you’d be buying a one-way ticket to financial hell.

Rain Rain, Go Away Saving for rainy days is good but don’t forget that there are a few types of rainy days. Two, in fact. A ‘predictable rainy day’ is when you know it will fall e.g time to pay off a loan. There’s also an ‘unpredictable rainy day’ when you just don’t know when or how bad it will be. Incidents such as car accidents or illnesses (yours or any one of your family members) fall under the ‘unpredictable rainy day’ type of rainy day. By saving each month, you will be more prepared when something happens.

Be Honest With Yourself To quote Will Smith, “Too many people spend money they haven’t earned, to buy things they don’t need, to impress people they don’t like.” If Non-Existent Financial Lessons you spend your own money on or for yourself, it’s In Africa, the way most of us were brought up. We prudent. If you spend your own money on or for were taught that money is evil and to shun it. others, it’s generosity. If you spend someone else’s Having a discussion around money is almost as money on or for someone else’s interest, our similar as having a discussion around sex - a taboo question is, why are you even doing that? Be honest and bad manners. Thus we grow up knowing with yourself! Spend according to affordability and nothing about financial responsibility such as saving rationality, and cut wastage and leakages. for the future. Here’s the bottom line, Wants and needs are two Fewer Jobs very different things that are often confused. We It is an open secret that older generations are not have to live and consume within our means, thus to dying or retiring as they usually do thus taking jobs save wisely. At times, millennials would otherwise occupy. This leaves a lot it can be a struggle but it’s all about the choices we of talent being churned out of our universities with make, be it daily or five-yearly. If you don’t expect no jobs to go to. In turn, graduates end up doing to support others later on in life because of the bad things that they never studied for at low pay to get money decisions that they’ve made, don’t expect a paycheck. Also, over the years, inflation levels others to support you too have risen making the cost of everything to rise.

But all is not lost in doom and gloom as it seems, the Escape

AWalkThrough Maasai Market Maasai Markets in Nairobi are great places to shop for and see amazing handicrafts from indeginous tribes around the coutry. The colorful Maasai markets mainly sell traditional wares ranging from wooden sculptures, beaded necklaces, batik wall hangings, shoes, soap stone carvings, sisal bags, kikois, textiles and a whole host of other exciting goods.

The Maasai Market has endured the test of time similar shops found along Nairobi’s Biashara street and numerous re-locations by the Nairobi City or those in upmarket malls. Council to become the premier market for African artefacts and curios in Nairobi for the many tourists Tips Fot Shopping at Maasai Market who throng the city as the main start point in their 1 . Be very specific on quality and don’t just buy exploration of Kenya’s tourist destinations. an item from the first artisan who sells to you if the Maasai market borrows its name for the Maasai- finishing has not been well done. Chances are, one of Kenya’s Tribes and one that has retained there is another who has perfected the item’s its culture, traditions, identity and pride. quality – especially for items such as wall What I love about the market is how easy the Jua hangings, ornaments or kitchenware. Kali artisans are able to pick on trends and 2. Be the typical Kenyan, in other words, bargain provide an artistic alternative with the best till you run him/her out of breath. Kenyans have examples being Candle holders, ladies bags, perfected the art of bargaining except in when clutches, wall hangings, wallets, Sandals, clothing they go to 5 star hotels. and utensils such as bowls, table cloths, spoons From experience, the markets at Kijabe Street and etc. This to me is what perfecting an art means. the High court parking have the best rates as they are perceived to be for Kenyans as opposed to Maasai Market Schedule those in up-market venues like malls. It’s all about Below is a schedule of where to catch these Jua perceptions and the venue cost. The items and Kali artisans and find that unique wedding gift or the traders are the same ones in all these markets. items for your home or wardrobe. Bargaining Tips Monday -There is usually no market on this day. Once you have walked around, noted which Tuesday – Kijabe Street Park next to Nairobi River traders/stalls have the items you want. You can and Prestige Plaza along Ngong Road. now proceed with the actual buying. bargaing is Wednesday – Capital Center along Mombasa part of our culture as Kenyans so be ready to rd engage in some back and forth. Here are some Thursday – The junction Mall & along Ngong tips that I have always used and which work like a road charm. Friday – The Village market along Limuru road & a). Ask how much the item is nonchalantly Lavington Mall b). Act shocked (chances are, the trader has Saturday -The High court parking in the city given you the cost with a very high mark up) Center opposite Re-Insurance Plaza & c). State matter of factly that you have half of that Prestige Plaza along Ngong road amount Sunday -Yaya Center along Valley Road in d). Insist that that’s the only amount you have and Hurlingham you were actually looking for something else e). If they are adamant on their rate, pretend to Although many of their items which sometimes are be going to another trader, chances are, they will not given a good finishing touch, I have a call you as you leave. weakness for them because they are unique and f). Depending on how much time you have, make one’s home or dressing seem very elegant. sometimes you will only add at most Ksh. 50 or Ksh. The items are priced quite fairly compared to 1 00 above your stated amount. Maasai Markets in Nairobi are great places to shop for and see amazing handicrafts from indeginous tribes around the coutry. The colorful Maasai markets mainly sell traditional wares ranging from wooden sculptures, beaded necklaces, batik wall hangings, shoes, soap stone carvings, sisal bags, kikois, textiles and a whole host of other exciting goods. CM Guides

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-The Vibe -Student Reviews Tight Knit Family "I was most surprised by the type of community that Africa Nazarene University is a private, Christian founded MMU has. It’s a very warm and welcoming institution and an affiliate of The Church of the Nazarene environment. My favorite part about the University is Colleges and Universities around the world. The main that there is always something to do on or off campus. campus - Leah T. Marangu - is located at Ongata There’s really something for everyone.” – Linda Rongai and is approximately 22 kilometers south of "MMU is a very different experience for everyone. Nairobi City Center. There are thousands of ways to get involved and meet plenty of different people. As someone who didn’t -What it feels like to go here have any friends or family in MMU or Rongai, prior to It feels awesome. You get to learn so many things. You moving into school, I found it was very easy to make get to see new things and experience new amazing friends. The nearby Rongai town is a very laid-back things every day. Its a scenic place. You learn with and easy going. My education process has been animals, where else do you do that. Mike Otako wonderful." Mike You get to interact with new people from different cultures with different traditions and expectations. You -Getting In learn new things everyday and the scenes are just The admission process for MMU has only a few amazing. Linda Barasa requirements. You can join through KUCPS or PSSP. Other requirements are KCSE certificate or past -Awesome Alumni academic records from recognized examination You wouldn’t believe the number of recognizable bodies. names and faces that trekked KU’s hilly grounds before -Top 3 Courses you. Take Tom Wanjala who works for radio China. Lois Journalism Lihanda, The first ever Miss Albinism Kenya(We did an B.Com interview with her on our first issue. Check it out on our BSc. IT website). Akuku Danger, the commedian. Maurice -Top Student Organizations Oniang’o, 201 5 Environment Reporter of the Year, The CU Michael Were Mukhusiah, SuperSport's Bonga Boli Accounting and Finance Club competition winner 201 8 just to mention a few. Drama Club (Masqueraiders) AISEC MULTI-MEDIA UNIVERSITY

-Where we hang Don’t stress if you’d rather spend more time in a low-key environment. The university also has tons of places to hangout and chill if you’re looking for a more relaxing spot. Some of the most popular ones are the Church, the swimming -How much are the students partying? pool, nature park, the gazebos, behind the library, When it comes to nightlife, MMU’s party never ends on the pavilion. The most favorite places though would have to weekends. With nearly 20 bars in Ongata Rongai, students be at 'Chafua' and the stadium. can be found hitting up budget-friendly drink specials and hanging out with friends almost every other weekend. In school though, not so much. If you come into the school over -What would you tell incoming freshman about your the weekend, don't be suprsised to find ghost town. school? "Brace for some serious academic work. Because these people tend What has been one takeaway from your campus to be serious when it comes to academics. Here there actually isn't experience thus far? any culture shock. There are few things to do outside of academics "The learning experience. You learn to be punctual in as there are no things such as a gym, so fitness buffs will have to everything you do. I have learnt that you need some level of make their own arrangements to keep fit." Mike seriousness and also to grab opportunities around you or other "Join clubs, religious organizations such as the Christian Union. Be people will grab them while youre still contemplating. You get religios, the school is quite open to different religions as we even have to learn to stand for yourself and be your own person. no a mosque within the grounds." Mercy matter what comes your way. Longer

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TOP TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HAIR 5 PROFESSIONAL

There is some heavy truth to the idea that a person's choice of hairstyle makes a statement about them. Depending on your workplace, expressing your personality and sense of individualism through your hairstyle can be a tricky situation to navigate. Furthermore, not paying attention to the messages your hairstyle conveys can be just as much of a problem. Here are some great tips to help you ensure your hair makes a solid impression in your place of business. Whether you own your own business or work for someone else, these tips will help you keep your hairstyle professional and workplace-appropriate. If your hair is long, avoid playing with it or touching it. Doing so makes you appear youthful and immature, which can adversely affect your credibility and sense of authority. It’s one thing to tie it up, but twirling it or continuing to fuss with it may impact how others view you.

Short, but not super styled, is the way to go. An Individual who shows up for a corporate position with an overstyled hairdo will be perceived as high maintenance, finicky, and as someone who wastes time on things other than work.

In most professional settings, having your hair an unnatural color is considered inappropriate. While it can be fun to sport some purple locks, your manager and/or clients may frown upon it.

If you are going to go with extensions, find some that are natural and will not damage your hair. These will offer versatility, but will not do damage to your looks. As a bonus, the more natural your hair looks, the more professional you will come across to others.

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t this point, it may be a good chooses to save Luther’s life and the idea to clone Tom Cruise, if only bombs are in the wind. After the to ensure he can continue to latest cock-up, CIA director Erica McQuarrie, who previously directed A Rogue Nation, becoming the first MI churn out installments to the Sloan (Angela Bassett) sends her “Mission: Impossible” series for years agent August Walker (a repeat director.Michelle to come — so long, that is, if they moustachioed Henry Cavill) on the Monaghan, who played Ethan’s are all as good as Christopher next mission with Ethan. Walker is a wife Julia in the third movie — she McQuarrie’s “Mission: Impossible - brute force kind of guy, preferring to has popped up in cameo form Fallout.” This latest is a fantastic ride, punch, shoot and kill first, which once before and also returns in and may be the best installment in makes him Ethan’s opposite and Fallout, which is supposed to be the the series yet. foil. culmination of all of Ethan’s choices Set two years after the last The mission puts them in the path of up to this point, coming home to instalment, Mission: Impossible — a duplicitous arms dealer named roost.Mission Impossible has never Rogue Nation, the dastardly White Widow (Vanessa Kirby) who is been super concerned about Syndicate group has morphed into to serve as an intermediary for the legacy until now and it’s refreshing the Apostles after the capture of its plutonium cores, which Ethan can to see it devote so much story time leader Solomon Lane (Sean Harris). only get his hands on if he agrees to and character development to the When Ethan (Cruise), Benji (Simon free Lane. consequences of Ethan’s Pegg) and Luther (Ving Rhames) He also faces off with Ilsa decades gallivanting receive intel that fundamentalist (Rebecca Ferguson), the MI5 around the world members of the Apostles plan to agent who’s determined to kill playing hero, which detonate three nuclear bombs in Lane. Ferguson’s return is a tends to leave a crowded religious centres, the team first for the franchise, lot of collateral tries to disrupt the sale of the which usually leaves its damage. plutonium cores. female cast members The mission fails when behind, only Ethan carrying over the men from one film to the next. Ditto with director Christopher Books

BLOODLINE SIDNEY SHELDON

A saga of greed, betrayal, sabotage, and danger, the book follows the pharmaceutical family company Roffe and Sons, an international empire filled with desperate, money-crazed family members. At its head, one of the wealthiest men in the world, dies in a mysterious accident and leaves his only daughter, Elizabeth, in control of the company, the money vultures swoop in on her for the taste of fortune and inheritance.

AMERICANAH CHIMAMANDA NGOZI ADICHIE

Ifemelu and Obinze are young and in love when they depart military-ruled Nigeria for the West. Beautiful, self- assured Ifemelu heads for America, where despite her academic success, she is forced to grapple with what it means to be black for the first time. Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/1 1 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London. Fifteen years later, they reunite in a newly democratic Nigeria, and reignite their passion—for each other and for their homeland.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD HARPER LEE

The novel is about two children, Jem and Scout Finch, living in a fictional southern U.S town, trying to understand the world, through their principled father Atticus Finch and the events that affect them and their neighborhood. The town is steeped in racial and other prejudices. All is well till Atticus takes up a case to defend an innocent, black man –Tom Robinson, who has been falsely accused of raping a white girl. Much to the children’s surprise and shock, they along with their father, are forced to face sudden hostility from their neighbors and friends as their father solely tries to defend a black man. TV Series

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Language Barrier

I had gone to see the assistant Dean of students ove was inte r a project I rested in doing within the institution. Being a government run varsity, bureaucracy was rife and after b a eing gven the run round for a while, I was eventually directed to the Dean of students office to address my request. When I got to the deans office, which was on the fourth flour of a building with no lift, I found some former student instit s of the ution who had come to do clearance with the sports offian wasn’t quite pleased with one of the students moh the ha awk hairdo and ir he’d left at the sides to finish off his look. He decided to express his dissapointment and when he saw the stu native to dents o the ngue and rattled on for about 5 minutes while the student calmly listened to him and nodded along. When he was done, he intoned with "Umesikia V that izuri” to ensure his message got home and the student replied him just as calmly as he was listening to him with ‘To be h mu onest, I don’t know ch of my tribal language so i haven’t really understood wh you were saying’. at

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