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  • THE NEW WAVE IN TOWN

    THE NEW WAVE IN TOWN

    By Sophie Murithi
    (sophiekinya3@gmail.com)

    South Korea has become quite an exciting sensation in the recent years for many people around the world. South Korea, officially known as the Republic of Korea is located in the East Asia. It is the most economically developed country in the continent with its beautiful Islands, rolling hills and mountains.

    The Korean culture is very interesting. All aspects including the food culture, mode of dressing, their music, K-Drama and even K-Beauty. Hence attracting many people to learn and want to know more about this culture. The Korean food culture is famous for its nutritional value. Did you know Korea is the country with the least obese people in the world? These people are very keen on what they eat and hence serve some of the healthiest food in the world. Another interesting fact about the traditional Korean food culture is that they love using different colors when cooking. These colors mostly include red, yellow, green, white and black. They believe that by using these five colors when cooking, they are absorbing the energy of the universe through each meal. Each of the five colors is related to diverse elements that compose the universe, as well as to cardinal directions and philosophical meanings.

    I bet most of the people who are obsessed with the Korean culture started with K-Pop. Mostly BTS (a popular Korean boy band based in Seoul). A study was conducted by the involvement team on how many students on campus listen to K-Pop and the results were as expected. Out of 10 students, 4 people absolutely love and listen to K-Pop, 3 people occasionally listen to their music and the rest do not know anything about the Korean music or culture. ‘I listen to K-Pop because of the message they preach which is mostly love, unity and kindness’ Ruth, a student of IR told me. ‘K-Pop is also a nice way to unwind. EXO is my go-to music whenever I feel low and want to feel re-energized’ she continued to say.

    It goes without saying that if you listen to K-Pop you’ll want to watch K-Drama which are shows created by Koreans. If you watch one show, I guarantee you that you will want to watch another and another because the shows are that good. They bring out a set of emotions when watching that even you will be shocked. There are different genres to choose from so you can watch whatever genre you love.

    In Kenya, the Korean culture has exponentially grown. There are Korean restaurants everywhere and many people are adopting their methods of traditional cooking. Not forgetting the aspect of beauty. Most of the facemasks and other facial products are being used in the Kenyan market. They can be bought anywhere, online shops like Jumia or physical shops like the Glow secret.

    Korean language is also being taught in schools. UON prides itself in becoming the first university in East Africa to offer the Korean language as a course hence raising awareness of the language in Kenya. Korean studies are also being taught in Mahanaim Educational Institute, Nairobi.

    Here in Kenya, we have meet and greets for people with similar interests in the Korean culture. The K-Pop and K-Drama enthusiasts meet to socialize, dance, play games, eat and generally have a good time.

  • IN THIS TOGETHER

    IN THIS TOGETHER

    (Photo Courtesy of Dreamstime.com)

    By Abdul Shaban

     

    Times have been tough, and things have gone wrong,
    But the deep love we share has been there all along,
    You say why go on, there’s nothing that’s right,
    But we never give up, we continue to fight.

     

    There’s a light of love that gives us our sight,
    Our hearts may get dark at times, but we know there is light,
    We both have situations not fair,
    But inside we get through them because of something special we share.

     

    The trials make you aware of the way we feel,
    A love that is not fake but so very real,
    I know at times that it seems like a raw deal,
    But we must get through these trails until we are healed.

     

    Trials are not easy, and you feel there’s no hope,
    There are times when you feel you’re at the end of your rope,
    But you must go down deep in the pit of your heart,
    Let it stop your despair and give a new start.

     

    For true love for each other is a gift some never get,
    So when that trial comes, don’t ever forget,
    That there is a rare thing we share that had to come from above,
    And those trials will end, what got you through was pure love.

  • AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE MONEY

    By Stephanie Kampire

    stephanierwicha200394@daystar.ac.ke

    Fenty Beauty was launched in Kenya on Thursday 26th May 2022 at the Social House Lavington, Nairobi.

    This famous brand is partly owned by a renowned musician, Rihanna Robyn. She has focused on a range of traditionally hard to match skin tones, developing formulas that work for all skin types, and pinpointing universal shades. Her aim, above all, is to inspire: “Makeup is there for you to have fun with. It should never feel like pressure. It should never feel like a uniform. Feel free to take chances, and take risks, and dare to do something new or different.”

    This dazzling and beautiful launch was graced with appearances from Kenya’s creative industry, which generated quite a buzz on social media as fellow Kenyans talked about how they were dressed.

    Today, Fenty Beauty is one of the most popular and successful brands in the world. Forbes has estimated that the bulk of the musician’s fortune which is around $1.4 billion, specifically comes from the value of Fenty Beauty which she has 50% ownership of. The company itself is worth $2.8 billion making her the wealthiest female musician in the world.

    Rihanna has clearly shown the world that limitations to the music industry are present and that it is possible to make money through makeup. She has become a vivid inspiration to upcoming brands in the world and especially here in Africa. It is safe to say that many makeup brands have come up and have made as much money as Fenty Beauty, but in my opinion, none of them have addressed a need such as this; having traditional makeup for hard to match skin tones. This make up line has made its consumers feel bold and beautiful regardless of the imperfections on their skin.

    The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics valued these products at Ksh. 100 Billion. I also acknowledge the growth of the industry in the current local market of Kenya. We have our very own Suzie Beauty, Joanna K cosmetics, and also Huddah Cosmetics. What is evident in all these brands is that the influence they have on the public as youtubers and content creators has helped them establish businesses that are clearly generating quite an amount of profit. This is the same for the Chief Executive Officer of Fenty Beauty, Rihanna. She has used her musical career and her effect on people to establish a business that has put her on the map as one of among the wealthiest artists in the world.

    Opportunities to make money are found in the influence that we have on the people in our spheres. The Bible says that your gift will make room for you, I beg to add that your influence executed in a wise way can create wealth for you and opportunities for the unemployed.

    In whatever field we may find ourselves in, think about how to make money from it other than wallowing in the sense that we are living in a poor economy that has absolutely no way to be successful.

  • TETESI ZA SOKA ULAYA

    TETESI ZA SOKA ULAYA

    Na Abdul Shaban

     

    Nyota wa Ureno Cristiano Ronaldo

    Nyota wa Ureno Cristiano Ronaldo, 37, ameafiki haja ya Manchester United ya kusaini mkataba na mshambuliaji mpya. (Express)

     

    Mshambuliaji wa Manchester City Mbrazil Gabriel Jesus

    Tottenham wana matumaini ya kuwapiku mahasimu wao wa kaskazini mwa London Arsenal katika mbio za kumsaka mshambuliaji wa Manchester City Mbrazili Gabriel Jesus kwa ofa ya soka ya Championi Ligi . (Mirror)

     

    Raheem Sterling

    Mshambuliaji wa Manchester City na England Raheem Sterling, 27, amekuwa akiwauliza watu kuhusu maisha katika magharibi mwa London huku klabu ya Chelsea ikiwa na nia naye. (Athletic)

     

    Dau la awali la £21.5m kwa ajili ya Sterling limekataliwa. (Fabrizio Romano)

     

    Chelsea wanaweza pia kumuhitaji mlinzi wa Manchester City mwenye umri wa miaka 27- Mholanz Nathan Ake. (Telegraph, subscription required)

     

    Mshambuliaji wa Chelsea na Ubelgiji Romelu Lukaku

    Mshambuliaji wa Chelsea na Ubelgiji Romelu Lukaku, 29, yuko tayari kurejea katika Inter Milan kwa gharama ya mkopo wa £8.5m pamoja na marupurupu aliyokubaliwabaina ya klabu hizo. (Mail)

     

    Manchester United wanaangalia uwezekano wa kufanya dai jipya kwa ajili ya kiungo wa kati wa Barcelona na Uholanzi mwenye umri wa miaka 25 Frenkie de Jong. (Fabrizio Romano)

     

    Kiungo wa kati wa Wolves na Ureno Ruben Neves

    Kiungo wa kati wa Wolves na Ureno Ruben Neves, 25, yuko katika orordha ya Manchester United ya wachezaji inayoweza kusaini mkataba nao iwapo watashindwa kusaini mkataba na De Jong. (Fabrizio Romano, via givemesport)

     

    Newcastle wamepewa ofa ya fursa ya kusaini mkataba na mlinzi Mivory Coast Eric Bailly, 28, kutoka Manchester United. (Mirror)

     

    The Magpies pia wameambiwa kuwa ni lazima walipe £50m kusaini mkataba na winga wa Bayer Leverkusen na Ufaransa Moussa Diaby. (Sun)

     

    Meneja wa Uholanzi na meneja wa zamani wa Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal alihusika kwa sehemu katika kumzuwia mlinzi wa Ajax Mholanzi Jurrien Timber, 21, kuhamia Old Trafford. (Marcel van der Kraan, Sky Sports)

     

    Ajax wametenga euro milioni 40 (£34.3m) wanazotaka kuzitoza Sebastien Haller, huku Borussia Dortmund wakiwa na nia na mshambuliaji huyo mwenye umri wa miaka 27- kutoka Ivory Coast. (90min)

     

    Sunderland, Huddersfield na Bristol City wameweka dau la nyongeza la have £1m kwa ajili ya kiungo wa kati Muingereza mwenye umri wa miaka 21 anayechezea klabu ya AFC Wimbledon Jack Rudoni. (Sun)

  • Daystar Falcons Rugby to Driftwood Sevens in Mombasa

    Daystar Falcons Rugby to Driftwood Sevens in Mombasa

    (Photo Courtesy of Daystar Falcons Rugby – Facebook)

    By Abdul Shaban

     

    The Daystar Falcons Rugby Team is going to the Driftwood Sevens tournament this weekend which will be held in Mombasa Sports Club.

    The Falcons are optimistic as we reflect on their good performance during the first two rounds of the National Sevens Circuit in Kabeberi and Christie Sevens. With the hard runs on the wing by Patrick Odongo, mighty hand-offs by Floyd Wabwire, raging-bull-agression by by Trevor Opondo, dancing sidesteps by Clinton Kioko, hard and heavy runs by Augustine Owino, good kicks by Captain John Oliele, smart moves by Emmanuel Opondo and skilful dives into the try line by David Williams, indeed they are worthy opponents to their rival teams.

    They are placed in Group B with the Kenya Cup side , KCB and Kabras RFC, together with their fellow Championship side South Coast Pirates. It is not an easy task with all these teams portraying a good performance in the recent two circuits but the Daystar Rugby Falcons have all that it takes to outshine them for as with prayer, smart work and the bond between the players, everything is positively possible.

    Falcons on duty at Driftwood 7s are:

    • David Williams
    • Trevor Opondo
    • Augustine Owino
    • John Oliele (C)
    • Emmanuel Opondo
    • Floyd Wabwire
    • Patrick Odongo
    • Samuel Ovwamu
    • Gregory Simiyu
    • Duncan Olile
    • Clinton Kioko
    • Elvis Sande
    • Cedric Oronje

    Coach : Caleb Bosire

    S&C : Quinto Ongo

    TM : Dorcas Yerah

    Physio : Dora Bobette

     

    All the best Daystar Rugby Falcons.

  • WHAT IF I MARRY HER

    WHAT IF I MARRY HER

    By Abdul Shaban

     

    What if nature is not fair to you

    What if I marry your girlfriend,

    What if I treat her better than you did,

    What if I live my promises with her,

    Will you still be mad at me?

     

    What if she finds the love of her life in me,

    What if I sent sweet romantic poems to her,

    What if I go with her to the movies,

    What if I build a home with her,

    What if I get kids with her,

    Will you still forgive me?

     

    What if she lies to you only to be with me,

    What if she fails to come meet you,

    Only to come and hang out with me,

    What if she lies to you she doesn’t sing,

    But sings to me the whole night,

    Will you be stupid to believe her?

     

    What if I am the hero in her dreams,

    What if her heart melts only when she sees me,

    What if she introduces me to you as her cousin,

    And deep inside I’m her beloved lover,

    What if she pecks me in front of you,

    Will you be kind enough to give us a space?

     

    When that time comes,

    When I finally marry your girlfriend,

    Don’t be mad instead be happy,

    For she will be secure,

    Safe in my arms .

  • ORISON REQUEST

    ORISON REQUEST

    By Abdul Shaban

     

    What if the hand would fall for the leg,

    Get married and bear children,

    Regardless of the looks, the number of toes or fingers,

    How would life have been?

     

    Rivers ain’t flowing from the same source anymore,

    No romance without finance,

    Good looks go with a sense of humour,

    If you ain’t armed you ain’t qualified!

     

    You are the song my heart sings,

    A beauty I’d love to wife,

    A house to forever build on,

    The lyrics are so new to forget…

     

    Afraid of this vacuum I’m,

    Pieces to fill it are scattered,

    Life is slowly getting out of hand,

    A blade of grass tightly onto I hold,

    Fearing stealthily it might slide out.

     

    It’s a prayer humbly I make,

    Fight the battle for our sake,

    A proposal am ready to make,

    Physicians, save my rib!

     

     

  • ABUSE OF POWER

    ABUSE OF POWER

    (Photo Courtesy of Dreamstime.com)

    By Abdul Shaban

     

    Ears lament at the screams of corrupt voices

    That emerge from closed doors of political offices

    Culture is devoured like those nailed on crosses

    The system mourns like sufferers of many loses

    Skirts descend to the ground like defeated forces

    Women are ploughed like gardens by their bosses

    Their bodies are jumped on and ridden like horses

    Nepotism has suffered from unknown sources

    Honesty and integrity are nothing but corpses

    Sex and money are what leadership endorses

    Female workers are now victims of divorces

    Dignity has surly left the bureaucratic process…

  • Daystar University Holds a Career Fair and Recruitment Drive.

    Daystar University Holds a Career Fair and Recruitment Drive.

     

    By Sophie Murithi

    (sophiechloe044@gmail.com)

    The event was held in Valley Road campus on 10 June 2022 at DAC auditorium to interview and recruit more than 50 students/graduates for internships and jobs.

    The event kicked off as from 9:00am to 4:00pm

    Many students turned up in large numbers both from Athi and Valley Road campuses. Keynote speakers included Chinthana Thanthirige from Mas intimates, Rose Wanjohi from Royal Media Services, Cynthia Nabwire and Amaris Bii from Talent Soko, Phancy Maina from Brighter Monday and Christine Mweteeli from Soft Skills limited. They emphasized on students not just sitting in class and studying alone, but also learning other skills aside from what they are taught in class as well as participating in extra-curricular activities.

    Nita Kihiro the acting placement and international relations officer was responsible for the event. During an interview with her, she had the following to say. “I am very happy with the turnout in today’s career fair. The other days we usually don’t have many students coming in for these kinds of events but today’s event has been a success. I hope that students continue coming in for the ones in the near future.”

    Joel Mumo a communication student served in the placement committee in charge of public relations and branding. He was as well the master of ceremony and during an interview with him, he had the following to say, “the main focus for today’s event was to provide opportunities for students and to bridge the gap between the industry and the school for them not to struggle when it comes to getting internships or even jobs.”

    Alice, an alumnus of DU, who also works with Brighter Monday spent the day beside her colleagues helping students correct their CVs and answering their questions. She advised students to obey rules and regulations since they help and prepare us for the future although we may not see it right now. She as well added and said the culture activated in school usually helps us in the organizations we join in future and most recommend students from Daystar.

    “I have learnt a lot from this event and actually didn’t know there are professionals who review CVs,” a continuing student from Valley road campus said. “I learnt about this event from the school email and I urge other students to avail themselves when these opportunities arise,” she added.

    The next event for this year will be held in early November and will be a Career fare mainly for the graduating class but everybody will be invited having their Curriculum Vitae’s along for them to be reviewed so that they can get jobs.

     

  • SAFARI YA UMAUTI

    SAFARI YA UMAUTI

    Na Abdul Shaban

     

    Maradhi yamenisibu, hadi leo naugua,

    Sasa naona aibu, afya imenipotea,

    Naomba kwake Wahabu, kwa rehema za jalia,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Naumwa nakondeana, dawa haziwezi tibu,

    Na kula siwezi tena, ameshasema tabibu,

    Ndugu wanawaza sana, waketi nami karibu,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Nikitizama kushoto, kisha narudi kulia,

    Baba lamtoka jasho, mama naye analia,

    Kauli ni changamoto, kinywani imepotea,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Muda unakaribia, kwa dalili nilo nazo,

    Mauti yanifikia, hilo halina vikwazo,

    Naona amenijia, asohitaji mawazo,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Sakaratil mauti, nilikuwa nasikia,

    Kiu ndo hakikauki, hata maji ya dunia,

    Makosa hayajifuti, madogo nilodhania,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Siwezi tena kutubu, kwa makosa nilofanya,

    Nimekuwa kama bubu, kwa uzito wake kinywa,

    Mauti yaniadhibu, na roho ninapokonywa,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Taarifa zatolewa, wengi wanahuzunika,

    *”Kweli tumeondokewa,na mpendwa bila shaka”*

    Kitandani natolewa, uchafu unanitoka,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Ndugu zangu na rafiki, wote wanalialia,

    Na wengine wameketi, eti wananiombea,

    Du’a zao hazifiki, natamani waambia,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Wanatafutwa wajuzi, tayari kuandaliwa,

    Wanikosha kwa simanzi, na marashi kufushiwa,

    Tayari mekwisha kazi, nje sasa natolewa,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Simanzi imegubika, baada ya kutolewa,

    Madeni kutangazika, nadai na kudaiwa,

    Swafu witri zimefika, ninaanza kuswaliwa,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Mbiombio napelekwa, kaburini kufukiwa,

    Tayari nimeshazikwa, huku watu wahusiwa,

    Mimi nimeshachafukwa, kwa maswali ninopewa,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

     

    Tubuni tubuni jama, kaburi lina vituko,

    Hapa mbavu zimebanwa, natamani rudi huko,

    Walau kwa moja jema, muda tena ndo haupo,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Nashauri walimwengu, tupunguzeni machafu,

    Na tuweni wachamungu, tusimuudhi Raufu,

    Pepo pahala pa mungu, hawapelekwi wachafu,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.

     

    Wanadamu jihadhari, tusije kuangamia,

    Tusifanye ya khatari, mola atuangalia,

    Tuiandae safari, mema tukisubiria,

    Kifo ni njia ya haki, safari yake lazima.