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30 Mar

So . . . How bad do you really want “eat”?

ObserverUncategorisedJesus, Ndatyoonawa Tshilunga

Ndatyoonawa Tshilunga The prevalent reference to fasting in the bible occurs where Jesus was tempted by the “ prince of darkness” to prove his trust in God through questionable mechanisms while alluring Jesus into acquiring a false promise land through deceit. One can only imagine the magnitude of self- awareness, resilience and focus needed to survive the irritable yet attractive rewards offered by the devil. On a more relatable and technical spectrum, fasting is defined as the abstinence of all or some kinds of food or drinks, in modern literature. This is habitually done for several aims. Fasting in our…

30 Mar

My top 15 handbag essential

ObserverUncategorisedhand bag, Robyn Nakaambo

Robyn Nakaambo How often have you heard men say “I don’t go into a woman’s handbag because they carry everything with them”? This saying is such a cliche that if ever men wondered exactly what women have in their bags, today would be the day I give them insight on what we carry. Here are the 15 items my handbag can’t go without. 1. Purse 2. Tissues 3. Wet wipes 4. Lip care 5. Hand lotion 6. Mints and Gum 7. A smaller bag that contains sanitary products eg tampons, pads and pantyliners 8. A smaller bag that contains pain…

30 Mar

Eat your way to flawless skin

ObserverUncategorisedEat, Robyn Nakaambo, skin

Robyn Nakaambo What we eat believe it or not has tremendous effects not only on our weight but our skin. When it comes to skincare in order to have great skin we need to indulge in food that is high in vitamin A, C, E and zinc among other nutrients. Here are a few foods that will aid your skin in glowing and looking smoother. 1. Eat fruits high in Vitamin C such as Oranges, Strawberries, Papaya, Kiwi fruit, Tomatoes; blueberries, avocados etc. 2. Eat vegetables such as Sweet potatoes, red & yellow peppers and broccoli as they contain…

30 Mar

How to maintain a Natural Glow

ObserverUncategorisedNatural Glow, Robyn Nakaambo

Robyn Nakaambo How many of us stick to a failing skin regime of facial washes, cleansers, toners and moisturizers in the hope of them one day Producing your desired results? If unwanted blemishes, black heads and breakouts have been making your life a living hell, consider those days history. Read the following tips and create a new regime to remedy your skin to the perfect glow. Top 10 tips to the perfect glow 1. Drink at-least 2 litters a water daily (flush out toxins) 2. Sleep between 6-8hours a day (rid bags under your eyes) 3. Tea Tree Skin Clearing…

30 Mar

Foods to boost the immune system

ObserverUncategorisedcoronavirus, Covid-19, immune system

As coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted communities around the world, many people have wondered whether there are steps they can take to stay healthy. Everyday preventive measures—such as handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals, and good hygiene—can go a long way in reducing your risk for viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. But studies have also shown that healthful diet and lifestyle habits can help boost the body’s natural defenses: Diet Eating a low-fat, plant-based diet may help give the immune system a boost. The immune system relies on white blood cells that produce antibodies to combat bacteria, viruses, and other invaders.…

30 Mar

D-Nice’s Club Quarantine is amusing, but risky

ObserverUncategorisedD-Nice

Jelani Cobb For nine hours on Saturday night, D-Nice oversaw a spectacle that was part dance party and part social-media therapy. Chaka Khan showed up. Lenny Kravitz was there. So were Diddy, Timbaland, Alicia Keys, Ava DuVernay, MC Lyte, Halle Berry, Rihanna, Jamie Foxx, and Kerry Washington. Michelle Obama popped in for a minute and caused a record skip as D-Nice froze, trying to decide what to play for the former FLOTUS —he went with a Beyoncé set. The virtual party, broadcast over Instagram Live, featured a simple Webcam shot of D-Nice—bopping in a white T-shirt, wire-framed glasses, and a…

30 Mar

Couch Kitten: Keep calm during quarantine

ObserverUncategorisedCouch Kitten

Wetumwene Shikage The coronavirus pandemic was never something we imagined would happen. It is here now and it seems to assure us that it is best that we stay home more than ever. This means your children may think, “ah, mom is home” and you may think, “ah, the kids are home”. Don’t panic, keep your cool and help your children do the same. During this difficult time, patience could be pushed to the limits by the little ones. Yelling is ineffective and raises everyone’s stress levels. Instead, create games to deal with everyday challenges and turn frustrating power struggles…

30 Mar

The Daily Social Distancing Show with Trevor Noah’ to air on comedy central during coronavirus pandemic

ObserverUncategorisedCovid-19, The Daily Show, The Daily Social Distancing Show with Trevor Noah

Nellie Andreeva Three episodes in, the digital The Daily Social Distancing Show with Trevor Noah is making the leap to linear television. Starting on Monday, March 23, The Daily Social Distancing Show, produced and distributed remotely, with Noah and The Daily Show team working from their homes, will air weeknights at 11 pm on Comedy Central. Following the production shutdown of all late-night shows at the end of last week amid an escalating COVID-19 pandemic, they started to return one by one with online videos featuring the hosts doing monologues and remote celebrity interviews from their homes. The Daily Social…

30 Mar

Strain after 30 years of Swapo rule

ObserverUncategorisedSouth West Africa People’s Organisation, SWAPO

Henning Melber Namibia turns 30 this month. Its former liberation movement, the South West Africa People’s Organisation SWAPO, has been in power all these years and the country has been relatively stable, with a wide range of civil liberties. But not all is well in the state of Namibia. Despite what seems to be a positive track record, many will not celebrate this year. As Geingob starts his second term, the republic is more divided than ever. For the first time Geingob, as presidential candidate, obtained fewer votes than his party. His 87 percent of 2014 shrank to a mere 56…

30 Mar

The Time Traveler: Good things from Coronavirus

ObserverUncategorisedCovid-19

Hugh Ellis The Covid-19 viral disease is a global crisis. It should be taken seriously. However, the disease and the measures we have taken against it have brought some good things, too. 1. Hand sanitizer points. The young man or woman at the mall or the government building with a spray bottle of hand sanitizer and corporate t-shirt, and generally and surprisingly, a smile, has quickly become part of Windhoek life. I hope they will continue to be seen after the pandemic is over. As well as helping to protect hygiene, probably reducing the number of dead-ordinary cases of ‘flu,…