SKY Magazine Issue 2

April 2014 | Free Copy

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Shapo Ka Yone!

Bad Hair Days Exam Stress Negativity - Happy Days Ahead!

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Sure Ka Yone ;)

SKY Launch! O Ne o Le Kae? Zeus- Watch out for his epic new song! #TeamSKYGirls has The Write Stuff!

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Totally for you, by you. So tell any fabulous teens you know and ask them to join the movement! <3

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FB page, SKYGIRLSBW for the Don’t forget to look out on our short stories- you could also and chance to send in your poems ing in the magazine. ;) get the chance to see your writ t in your questions to Zeus- he Shout out to you guys who sen get to have a poster of the answered them for us, and you SisterSK Y hollered back at #Big e:) inair aord mot swakolista extr n you’re crushing on a boywhe do your question about what to ic. st street style and dopest mus and as usual, we have the nice re you can take the pledge and PLUS! Check our FB page, whe irls right now, and #StayTrue KYG become a member of #TeamS t it up, together! We totes wan to you - invite bo- gal, and SKY us, with s apo #Sh and res #Su r to hear from you, so share you wana. You can also catch The and #TeamSKYGirls all over Bots 2-3pm) and Fifteen Minutes of Sunday SKY (on Yarona FM from ) ;) <3 SKY (RB2, Monday, 3:45 - 4pm

I believe in. To be who I am, not I pledge to be true to myself and what who someone else thinks I should be.

I will say Sure Ka Yone to the things that I am all about – like standing up for my friends and listening to a song just because it makes me smile.

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Letter to my 14 year old self Rosie Motene is a film producer, actress, voice over artist and activist, who is well known for her role in the popular South African soapie, ‘Generations’. Funny thing- she played a journalist in the soapie, and now she is the real- life presenter of Good Morning Africa, a primetime morning show on DSTV:) Rosie also manages talented artists through her agency, WAKA… She wrote a beautiful letter to her younger self, especially for you, so that you are encouraged and inspired to keep #StayingTrue! <3

Dear Rosie, You are moving towards becoming a bright and successful young woman. I know some days you are feeling lost and alone and not sure where you fit in. You wish that your mom is not so strict and that she would allow you to interact with boys and have cute boys phoning you. Be patient my dear, your time will come.

I am well aware that on some days you feel isolated; you feel that no-one understands you. I totally understand that you are having a huge identity crisis and that you are trying to find a place of peace and belonging. It may seem strange now, but it ’s this time when you will have your quiet thoughts, that will strengthen you to be able to handle life in your twenties and thirties.

Being adopted by a white a family during apartheid is a great challenge, but it ’s these difficult times and challenges that will aid you later on in life. You will grow into a woman who will have a huge community of friends from all walks of life. As you have been discriminated against so much, you will not use that form of anger and discrimination against others.

Be proud of who you are, despite what society tells you. Being black is beautiful and special, it ’s alright to embrace it. Stop trying to straighten your hair, you are simply creating more scabs on your scalp and torture for yourself.

Be proud of how you speak and don’t try and imitate your friends’ accents just to fit in. Being different is cool.

You dream everyday of becoming a great dancer who will grace the worlds’ stages. Continue to dream and believe. Many will tell you that a black South African girl will never make it on the worlds’ stages. Do not lose sight of those dreams and goals.

Spend more time with Daddy. He loves you and his time on earth is limited. When he goes, it will be tough and you will feel even more alone. Talk about your feelings, cry when you need to. Remember you had a very special place in his heart. Be nicer to your mum, you may feel resentment towards her but she has made a lot of sacrifices for you. Those you will understand at a later stage in life. Don’t forget to acknowledge your sister, Nancy. Yes, you two are different and have been brought up in two different worlds, but she is your sister and no matter what, she will always have your best interests at heart.

Rosie, please stop neglecting your studies. Education is powerful and amazing. Do not listen to those silly girls when they say that a girl should not be intelligent because it scares the boys away. Always arrive, be proud and speak up about what you know. Please stop with the crash diets, they only make you tired and bloat you. Eat healthy and stick to your dancing. And please throw the camel cigarettes away, it ’s dirty and not cool.

Rosie, my dear shine and believe in yourself and use your charm and talent to be you!

Much love,

Rosie,

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Lorato Kaisara Her name is One Ntebela! Yeah we fight at times, but that definitely won’t stop us from being homies, I guess? Honestly she’s the best I ever had, I couldn’t ask for a better best friend. And all those pote memories we had together though #VividMemos.

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Marcell Ziphozakhe Jackson My Besties And I call ourselves F5, and our friendship quote is “F5, like the fingers of a hand, we have our similarities and differences... But together we are complete and together we will always be...

Blossoming in this beautiful friendship” **we are Fierce Fabulously Funky Fanatic Friends**

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Nekishah Piñkbårbië Tisdale Hey guys this is smthing ‘bout my besties n I: I am just over ecstatic for having the best from a million. ke sure ka the true besties I have, ones that wish the best for me. Just being around them makes me walk upright with a wide grin, having our names written in the sky… knowing n bein sure ka fruitful life- that’s what TRUE BESTIES are for :^D I love ya guys-xoxoxo Like • Reply

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Baaitse Rozy Moala Everyone thinks being best buddies is only about having common things. Well no, that’s not the point. You should be different but still stick by each others’ side.

They change my mood completely, in a good way. They are more of my sisters than some random people I met and stayed in touch with. God made us friends because he knew no mom would handle us as sisters!

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Tshiamo Ora Masisi I’m a young girl living in Maun, schooling at Delta waters international school and have two best friends whom I trust and look up to. As a way of keeping ourselves busy we play basketball for the school and we are one of the best basketball teams in our district. My friends help me keep my life on track and make sure I don’t do anything immoral.

Shapo ka di chill session and boyfriends; sure ka di novel and jamming basketball.

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Tsarona Smith Hey Sky Girls BW. Big fan by the way!

Well, my girls go by the names Selloane, Natasha, Cheludo and Tshepang… You can call us Nicky, Storm, Aqua, Lokie and Cheche. We are the most bubbly people you can find and we all go to LKC.

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I love my besties: Boemo Ntwaagae, Saddie Babuseng, Betsho Ndlovu and Katlego Serumola.

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Atang Pampiri Change plays its part Believe it when I say All I want is to be All I want is to do All I want is to see Something real Thru the #Skies I want to live the dream In everything I do To live the real key to my own Truly the real key to My own attraction to fly high up the sky.

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Zani Ønìka Znarj Haskins Thank you Sky girls for helping me realize how important I am.....and how special I am able to feel Because of the launch on Saturday I feel like a rejuvenated and new girl ready to kick start life as the new and real me Kealeboga bigtime #ke_sure_ ka_go_nna_a_dedicated_sky_girl

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S/O to the editor for creating such a wonderful mag. #GiveThatChiqAOros!!! I U ! I am officially a SKY addict!

Goitseone Tsitsi Kobati Wow this magazine is dope yall nd I’m glad u guys are takin us to tha nxt level via bots!!!!! KE SHAPO KA YONE < > KE SURE KA YONE

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If you have been following The Sunday SKY on Yarona FM, you already know the voices of Mandi and Warona, our #SKYGirl radio stars :D Check out what they had to say about the EPIC SKY Launch in Ghetto… You girls know how to partySKY style :D

Mandi ;)

Wow, where do I even begin?! Francistown was bigger and better than Gabs . It was totally amazi ng. Every thing, from the girls that ca me, to the performan ces and the Sk y- mobile, was on point . The Sk y lau nch was awesome. I have to say that Sk y is beco ming the great movement we want it to be. I’ve gotten to meet the amazing people who ac tually take their tim e and work to make the launch inc redible. Their dedicati on to make the launch interesting and exciting for the girls there was really heart- wa rming. I’ve gotten clo ser to Warona and I’m happy to have had her by my side thr ough it all.

I had an astonishing time travelling to Fra ncistown.

When I first got into the bus I was really ne rvous, all the adult s made it loo k like it was going to be a boring 400km ride to the Gh etto, but boy was I wr ong. Like the saying, “never judge a book by its cover”, I was totally wrong. I had the mo st amazing time on tha t bus- the best bus ride of my life . All the bad jokes an d the made up theories were tot ally awesome!

When we got to Franc istown, I was really ne rvous.

All the nerves and sh ivers of the earth ca me to one meeting point , me! I was scared about ou r performance for the following day and what it was going to be like.

Was it going to be ex citing, were the girls going to react well to the whole thi ng?

Now, when I think ab out how nervous I wa s, it was kind of pathetic, beca use it turned out we ll and it was marvelous. The girls were ecstatic when Zeus and Samantha performed their duo, and when the girls sang along to Eureka’s so ng, it was out of this world!

The Sk y Launch in Fra ncistown was galac tic . If Father Time and I could me et, I would go back to that weekend over and over again .

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I was more than excit ed to go to Francisto wn. On the way there, all I could think about was meeti ng the Ghetto SK Y Girls. Th e trip to Francistown was ex tremely crazy- especially the Sk y Mobile. We passe d time by listening to jokes :D Other than the jokes , the one thing that wa s on my mind was the dance routine that Mandipa and I were supposed to perform in front of everyone, so I was a bit scared. On the day of the launch, we spen t most of the morning practicing an d brainstorming. Wh en we got to the launch, the nerve s kicked in, especially since the line of SK Y Girls seem ed to be getting longe r by the minute!

It was great seeing all the SK Y Girls smiling and dancing with their friends. Th ey looked like they we re happier than I was :) The whole event was mind blowin g, until Mimi called us to ge t ready. We were da ncing soon, and the crowd grew even bigger- gee, tha nks… perfect timing.

We got on stage after all the screaming for Zeus, Samantha Mogwe an d Euri’s AMA-ZING pe rformances.

DJ Cupid played ‘Lo ve More’ (Chris Brown ft Nicki Minaj), and we gave a fun performance. Aft er we got that out of the way, I noticed how happy the girls were after the event. It wa s really exciting to me et the Ghetto SK Y Girls. I had a gre at time chilling with them and screaming to the lyr ics of our favorite so ngs (nearly lost my voice).

It was also heart warm ing to see all the happ y faces. I hope to see more gir ls being true to thems elves and raising the SK Y flag as well as the Botsw ana flag up high. The most memo rable moment was se eing the girls’ reaction when Zeus arrived to the ev ent, and their reaction to all the pe rformances.

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Everyone who has pledged to become a SKY girl has told us 3 things they love, and 3 things they can do without. It’s amazing how many things SKY girls have in common - who knew chocolate was so popular? :P At the same time we’re a unique bunch with our own quirky interests *awesome*. Here are a few of the most popular things girls love ;)

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Smoking------> you told us that smoking is *not* cool.

Luckily, you were all in agreement with this one ;)

Liars-------> liars are not in good company with SKY girls because so many of you listed honesty as something you love!

Peer pressure--------> as girls who know their SKYs, we’re sure you’ll know just what to do if you experience this :D

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Sleuth on Skates

Coco Caramel

This book introduces us to the brilliant Sesame Seade, a young detective. Along with her purple rollerskates, a friendly duck, and her best friends, Toby and Gemma, Sesame makes it her mission to get to the bottom of a ballerina’s mysterious disappearance…

Coco Caramel is the 4th book in the Chocolate Box Girls series, and this one is all about the youngest of the 5 sisters, Coco. She is a determined tomboy who is #SureKaAnimals! When her horse, Caramel, is sold to a new owner, Coco makes it her mission to make sure Caramel is being cared for – but what will she find out?

And will a new acquaintance turn out to be a bestie or an enemy?...

The artwork is awesome, and as the plot twists and turns you will find yourself LOLing throughout, *big time*. We can’t wait to read more about Sesame Seade, our new favourite heroine!

The author is an agony aunt for a teen-girl magazine, “Shout,” so she’s clued up on issues facing girls like you. This story will keep you hooked from beginning to end!

The Amazing Spiderman 2 This second instalment of the new, rebooted Spiderman films sees our fave people from the first film (Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone) joined

by Jamie Foxx playing supervillain, Electro!

Pharrell Williams helped write the soundtrack, too, so you *know* it’s gonna be a fun ride. Make the effort and see this at the cinema – the big screen experience won’t disappoint!

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For older SKY girls, you will *love* this film if you are sure ka the Hunger Games. Just like those fab films, this is an adaptation from a popular Young Adult book trilogy. Here at SKY we love strong female characters, and Beatrice ‘Tris’ Prior is no exception – the film finds her battling all kinds of obstacles in a futuristic Earth. You’ll be on the edge of your seat throughout ;)

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Our #SKY Big Sister is Tigele Nlebesi, a 22 year old economics major at the University of Botswana. She really is a big sister (her younger sister is your age ;) ) and so she’s a pro at giving advice about all kinds of hectic stuff. She’s super quirky and loves socialising, reading and women and girls’ issues- she’s our epic supa- dope-advice -giver ;) <3 what Hey, #TeamSKYGirls :) When we asked you to tell us that you would ask your older sister, if you had an issue needed #SKY advice, a lot of you asked us about *drum of your roll* yep- boys! SO… #BigSisterSKY answered one help questions about boys, and we hope her advice will comes lots of you SKY Girls stay true to yourselves when it to thinking about your crushes. <3 <3 ’s There are few things more exciting in a young woman ble life than developing a crush on someone. It’s an incredi time, fraught with beautiful expectations; all the sickly hit you sweet ‘melt in your mouth’ feelings you hear about can crush ited unrequ an Even . ferocity with a startling spent add a burst of colour to your life with every minute swooning in the romance of it all :) lves There’s a constant pressure for girls to change themse in order to be more attractive to the boy they like. You him. might find yourself trying to one-up every girl around seem to need the in; sets that ia parano of sort a There’s out ‘perfec t’, and there isn’t anything good that can come of that *shakes head*. e Anybody that doesn’t like the real you doesn’t deserv you, and nothing is more attractive on a woman than s self-assuredness! People will always gravitate toward so you if you’re giving out a confident and convicted aura, #StayTrue to your SKY! g when The most important part of a relationship is knowin not to compromise and when to stick to your guns. Do a leave your spirit in ruin doing whatever it takes to keep lf, yourse of part every know to get ective, boy. Be introsp know your SKY, and when to say ‘ke shapo ka yone’.

It’s always a good idea to have your friends get along other’s with your significant other. Get involved with each r. It’s hobbies, if you want, or take up a new one togethe The a great way to show your dedication to each other. the possibilities are infinite, so go ahead and reach for SKY :) xoxo

Is it fine to keep holding on to a guy whose ex- girlfriend is harassing me just because she wants the guy back? I love him very much and I don’t wish 2 lose him, but ga ke kgone go lwantshana le ngwanyana, it’s only that I wasn’t raised that way gore ke lwele monna. Please help, Big Sister!

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You also need to talk to your boyfriend about it. He has to affirm his relationship with you to her. He also has to be completely honest with you about his current status with her; if there’s any chance he’s still leading her on it could be the reason for her ill feelings towards you.

Otherwise, the two of them should talk it out to get closure on their situation (if there isn’t any) and completely move on. Should none of this quieten the storm, the last resort is to ignore her completely. There isn’t any reason that having tried your best to solve the situation, you should suffer at the hands of Unfortunately, women have been someone being malicious. If you have to go as other each see to ed condition as far as blocking her on social networks or of competition; we are often jealous avoiding her in public, so be it. It isn’t worth each other and act catty towards each losing a relationship that you’re content I men. from approval get to bid a in other with and a partner that you love. There is p friendshi and strongly feel like solidarity no virtue in sacrificing yourself for someone between women is important for our who does not deserve it. Your happiness collective empowerment and I wish I matters as much as anybody else’s. Good this with aligned could see more women luck and I hope everything turns out well! idea. xoxo She’s probably lashing out because she’s hurt about the situation. You already know that she’s still in love with If you would like to #AskBigSisterSK Y your boyfriend, and she’s just taking a question, holler at definitely out her frustrations on you. I’d encourage you to reach out to her in a very calm and collected manner; talk about it as compassionately as possible, name we PROMISE to keep your and give her more clarity on your stance. ’t be shy <3

First and foremost I just want to say it’s great that you’ve been raised as a young woman who isn’t interested in conflict, especially with other women!

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You are not the enemy here, and what happened between them has nothing to do with you. Do not at any given moment think about reciprocating when she harasses you, as difficult as it will be.

This is a great resource for you to learn patience and empathy and make yourself a better person :)

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Hey, SKY Girls :) Y’all know that Zeus is a homegrown musical g powerhouse. He has been rappin for years and has won numerous international awards for his songs and videos. irls in Gabs and He rocked out with #TeamSKYG to his epic new track, Ghetto, get ting y’all to bounce about being true to all ‘Touch the SKY’, which is choices. He told us r you by g yourself and standin his niece, who is also that the song was inspired by excited about the a teenage girl :) “To see her get some insights got n eve I l event… has been quite coo on the song. I spoke to from her when I was working ing out about her fears, her a lot as I was writing, find also told us how great He ambitions and challenges.” girls through hanging SKY the it was to connec t with - and it’s also brought out with us and suppor ting us him closer to his niece :D any thing that suppor ts He said, “…I am a suppor ter of to affirm their sense of young people and helps them the SKY movement , with self… As I’ve been involved girls, and myself…”

I’ve learned so much about the nt, wise thing that Zeus said that the most importa to yourself” and that we SKY girls will hear, is “be true that means until we are in might not even realise what llenges us to conform that situation and the world cha line with our SKY <3 in t isn’ t tha to something #TeamSKYGirls has been He also said that suppor ting he digged per forming So, . an awesome experience listening to him! *Yay* for you as much as you liked

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My awesome friends ;) The rebel is baaack! Remember, we only talk music here! We are hippies with no shame and we stay on top of our game, right? We are on Facebook now, so join our page: Facebook/SkyGirlsBW, POP POP…CULTURE…POP POP… CULTURE…#sticksouttongue

Dude your style is super epic; tell us who you are and where you from :) Ssup! I’m Milford Babatunde Bangura, I’m 26yr old Sierra Leonean. I am an entertainer, fashion model, and dancer.

I started modeling when I was 18. I’ve had the chance to work with amazing photographers from Germany, Ghana, USA, South Africa and UK.

Pssh, dude: small piece of advice to our young cool readers....*no boring statements here please* ...hehe.

Be who you want to be and try not to conform to what is out there! Be young and innovative!

TOP 5…it aint just a chart yo… must o xwale

Now give us your top 5, buddy… Lord have mercy on me, I see Phil Collins appearing here… lol Haha, funny guy- but there aren’t really any specific reasons why I like these songs, they just get me dancing or put me in a happier mood.

Beyonc é – Xo This tun e

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Wizkid – Caro

This guy is hone stly the future . Ladies love hi and he deliver m s!

Sarkodie ft. Fuseodg – Down on One Another great production!

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So, some peeps are pretty much like me: very opinionated and analytical when it comes to music videos ;) I just had to ask them what’s hot right now- you know, there’s always that music video you watch on a daily, every chance you get, you in hard on some izvaar...e ke sure ka yone :) Leonard Le-o’G Mittawa: @leogucci_tia Dj Dimples - Rands & Nairas: this piece is a dope concept. The beat is just on point, a perfect weekend starter and of course we tuuuuuuuuuuuuuurn it UP whent it hits.

Ask Dr. Music problems to Dr Send your music questions OR SBW and he will GIRL SKY to x inbo an d Music. Sen like music to be It’ll s. tion give you the best solu ar! izva e… aker xava waa , ears your Email: drew@drewchadhall.com

Hello rebel, I need your help. I have been submitting music to stations day in and day out but no one calls me to give me reasons why I never hear it on radio and what I should do to improve. What do i do because I’m dying from frustration?

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Hi, Mr. Rebel. I feel I don’t have taste in music. My friends always laugh at me because of my choice of music and that embarrasses me. What can I do, what do you suggest?

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Ref’Kat...i soo dig your name.

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Even though being a beauty queen is about the pretty dresses and crowns, it is also about who you are as a young woman; how you remain grounded and what you do to stay true to your SKY. Judith shared a little bit about who she is, when all the lights are turned off, and she puts aside her crown.

After all, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a regular girl- just like you. Read on, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see what we mean! Mwah ;)

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Who is Judith? Where are you from, where do you live?

My name is Judith One Kgwadi, and I am 19 years of age. I come from Mookane and I live with my mom and my sister.

What inspired you to enter Miss Teen Universe?

A lot, hey; I knew that I had a lot of potential in this modelling industry, so that’s what drove me to join the pageant How did it feel when you won the crown?

Oh, my gosh, it was amazing! I actually felt relieved. I was nervous but by the end of the time, when I was crowned, I was happy that I nailed it :) I would like to mention that it was a great achievement for me, because I was the only one representing Africa.

What are some of the things that you care about?

Right now- even before I went to NicaraguaI started a project, working with disabled children, hoping to motivate them. I often go to schools to motivate them and tell them the importance of school. It has been a great rollercoaster ride. I would like to think I am a role model to other teenagers and I’ve inspired myself to go far with this talent that I have.

One of the #SKYGirls on our page wanted to know: what did you do to move from being a model to becoming a beauty queen?

I would say that it’s all about strategy.

Everyone should have a strategy when she is on the platform. What I actually did was to be myself. I was also not nervous about things, and I was focussed about what I wanted to do. I have always wanted to join these pageants, so this was a great opportunity to nail it.

Do you feel like there is a difference between when you are just at home and when you are in your crown?

Mhmm. Exactly! I do chores like any other girl would do- it’s not like I’m that beauty queen when I’m at home! Nahit depends. When it’s time for me to go out there with my title, I’m formal. But when I’m with my friends, I’m just easy chilling. So it differs.

Do you have a bestie?

Yes, I do! Her name is Itumeleng Raseleka :D What do you do when you’re with your friends?

We go to movies, sometimes, maybe go to parties- just girls stuff!

Have you ever been pressured to do something that is not your SKY, like if you are with friends, or out at a party?

You know something? There is one thing I believe in- there is no such thing as peer pressure. Because it depends.

If someone is smoking and drinking, they cannot force you to do the same thing. If you don’t want to, you don’t want to, and you should stand by your decision. So no - I would never feel obliged to do something like start smoking.

Do you think that it would change the judge’s impression of you if they knew that you smoked?

Mhmm! Definitely. Because the title that I am holding is for Miss Teen Universe, and it is not advisable for a teen to be smoking, drinking alcohol or using other substances. When I joined this pageant they briefed us about it.

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True Friends A best friend is that one person who is always on your side, even when you are losing. A mere friend will visit you in the hospital with flowers and a `get well soon' card- how thoughtful :) But your best friend is the one that will come and utter words like `'G irl you best get better soon! Seriously, I hate going to the mall alone. There is no fun in partying when you ain't there!'' These words are not entirely thoughtful º But guess what- it's just typical of your best friend... We love them still. We all have that best friend who calls you 2 hours before a party and strongly warns you not to wear `your' dress because she is definitely wearing it. Oh dear! I always say: friends are God `s way of taking care of us!

In every issue of #SKYmag, we will feature YOUR poems, thoughts and short stories :D In this edition, we’re focussing on our besties and why they mean so much to us. Thank you for sharing :) <3

My life would definitely be a total bore without my best friends. I sometimes hate it when we argue, knowing for a fact it won't get us anywhere.

My Best friend always says, `'PROMISE ME THAT WHEN I'M DEAD YOU WON'T CRY NEAR MY CASKET, BECAUSE I WON'T BE ABLE TO WIPE AWAY YOUR TEARS LIKE I USUALLY DO!'' I am not sure if I can keep that promise.

My friends help me embrace my awesomeness.

A best friend is simply the best thing that could happen to a girl. A best friend will never get in your way, unless you on your way down!

Boago Hubona I Appreciate You (Dear Bestie) We spend most of our days together.

I say hi, you say hello, then we go crazy.

We never really appreciate each other… so here is something for you: I appreciate your presence.

I am not from a very friendly environment, Raised by one parent, it got hard every day.

But then you came my way, and rescued me from my pains.

With your jokes I learnt not to take life too seriously, With your smile I understood the definition of beauty, With you around I found my own smile, something I would have never had if you were not around.

So I appreciate your presence.

You listen to my deepest pains and offer the greatest comfort.

Pain is like a pill that I swallow, trying to heal my soul, But it just pulses through my veins not to heal but to hurtmostly my heart.

Being the bestie that you are, you become my unqualified surgeon.

You open my heart and fill it with wonderful words Words like… ‘It ’s going to be okay’ Words like... ‘I am here for you’ Words like... ‘I care’ Words that heal my heart…

Thank you for being my unqualified surgeon, I appreciate the spirit of caring that you offer.

You advise me like a mother, Treasure my secrets like a close sister, Sometimes piss me off like a brother, And always support me like a father.

Truly, you are a friend indeed, always there when I am in need.

You are my bestie, thank you for being with me.

I appreciate the unconditional support and love that you give.

I can never pay you back, I hope appreciation does it, For I will always treasure what we have.

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Dealing with Exam Stress

Exam time is a really important time of the year; you get ready to show your teacher- and yourself- how much you have learned and how you can process information. Depending on whether it’s been an easy term or a hard one, you might have mixed feelings about exam time, mme hela, it’s usually a super-stressful few weeks. No worries, #SKYGirl- we gotchu- here are some things that you can do to chill right out, when you might feel like a crazy person.

You might think that you’re fine, but sometimes, stress shows up in different ways, gal. How to tell if you’re stressed: • Flashes of anxiety • Difficulty with sleeping • Catching a cold :( • Outbreak of rashes or dipimpole • Upset tummy/ no apetite

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Imagine acing the paper. Visualising yourself doing well, especially after you’ve done your best to study, is a great way to calm your nerves. Your mind state has a big impact on your real life, so STAY POSITIVE! <3

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After you’ve written a paper, don’t spend too much time thinking about how you answered, or whether o tla bona di points for a particular question. Don’t compare answers with other people, either- it will only stress you out, more.

Rather concentrate on resting and preparing for the next one :)

Comfort eating: So, gals… many of you mentioned that you eat junk food to relieve your stress (yeah, them hot wings are cool), but - it doesn’t make the stress go away… You might actually end up feeling a little guilty about it!

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Shopping: sometimes, when we’re going through a hard time, us girls like to go shopping *raises hand*. Mme hela, this isn’t such a good idea- for your stress, or your wallet! ‘Retail therapy’ only makes you feel better for a short time, but your pocket money will be gone forever, which might make you more stressed out :/

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Boago Mokomane Aspiration: My aspiration in life is to be a mother. As boring as it may seem, I adore children. I also want to be a construction plant business owner.

Style: My style is to wear what works for my body shape – whether it’s trendy or not.

SKY: Sure ka nicely cut shirts | Shapo ka neon tops and dresses

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Aspiration: I want to become a doctor and also get a master’s degree in public health.

More broadly, I also want to be activist for social justice especially with regard to health issues. I’d love to open a free clinic one day.

Style: My style is laid-back yet feminine. I get a lot of inspiration from nature. I’m like a put-together hippie child.

SKY: Sure ka thrift and vintage pieces | Shapo ka things that look uncomfortable or too restricted

Anandi Somasundaram Aspiration: To lead a fulfilling life filled with love and honesty.

Style: Depends; I like going masculine one day with preppy outfits or street wear and then feminine with a cute dress or skirt the next.

SKY: Sure ka individual style | Shapo ka glitter

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Tegen Molefe Aspiration: I want to be a businesswoman.

Style: My style is eclectic. I don’t particularly subscribe to any trends.

SKY: Sure ka jelly retro sandals | Shapo ka peplum tops

Thuto Seane Aspiration: Struggling wardrobe specialist and globe-trotter.

Style: I am a style chameleon. My style often depends on the mood I’m in on that particular day.

SKY: Sure ka flower crown | Shapo ka chipped nail polish

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Tuduetso Ontumetse Aspiration: I aspire to be the best possible version of myself that I can be and live fearlessly.

Style: My style would be a cross between effortless chic and hipster.

SKY: Sure ka lipstick | Shapo ka glitter

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What Kind of Friend Are You?

Because this issue is all about besties, we thought that it might be a good idea to find out what kind of friend you are… We all have a different #SKY, each of us being supportive in the best way we know how.

So, #Sky_Babe, how do you express your love for your friends? Take our test and find out :D

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Closer than close (0- 8 points) You, gal, are one of those besties who’s there for your friend whether or not things are going your way.

You tend to speak when you’re feeling calm, instead of upset, which is cool… Sometimes you are a little sensitive, but you are also quick to forgive. Keep at it- a good friend is more valuable than gold <3 That’s Whassup, Gal (9- 17 points) You love hanging out, sharing intimate moments with your girls, bonding. Good on you! You’re also one of those girls that enjoys space, so you never ‘suffocate’ your friends. You value time apart as much as time together. You’re true to your SKY and know how to let your girls be, too! Awesomeness.

Girls for Keeps (18- 25) When your friends need you, you willingly give them a shoulder to cry on, but you are also quite vocal about what you don’t like. You make friends easily and are never shy about saying what’s on your mind. Good one, gal, everyone needs an honest friend! <3

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Hey, Ladiiiies Tell us, who do you admire, and why? It could be your bestie, your mom or even someone you haven’t yet met. Tell us what you like about them and your post could be featured in #SKYmag!

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Rochelle Frankie Osbourne My sister *Neo Irene* she is my role model. I love her so much because when she was young she didn’t really enjoy childhood for a while, but look at where she is today -she graduated @University of Botswana last year in October. I am so proud of her and now she’s working at Ministry of Trade.

Our whole family loves her more than anything because she has respected our name in the family and has never disrespected it. That’s y I love and adore her... KE SURE KA ENE Like • Reply

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Keamogetse Kaylah Tshiamo My bestie, (Bonolo Majase) cos she inspired me 2 work really hard @ school. I love her 2 bits! She is caring, supportive n lovng... She’s such an angel!

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Merapelo Mimie Mphinyane My Mum... She is a strong lady, a business minded lady... As much as I see myself owning my own business someday!

My mum is my all. She is the pillar of my heart.

What more can I say?

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Warona Owethu Rabantheng For me, it’s my mum... She is a single mum and she stands above obstacles! She just makes sure that we have what we need! She is the reason I work hard and want to become something big, and someday be the best mom.

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Nikkitor Toretto Liyah My Mum and Dad because they have been there for me all tha tym, since day one. They luv me soo much. They correct me if I ain’t behaving well and thy guide me and teach me about reality and life bcz they understand it better. We have been thru rough patches as a family... but we became one and pulled thru. I luv dem soo much and this goes to my brothers and sisters and my whole family.

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Tephney Tephluv Mrz K 4 me it’s definitely my mum and my sister... I luv da fact dat my mum believes in hard work 4 her to get what she wants. As 4 my sister, I luv her confidence, da way she interacts well with others and dat she’z a free spirit. Da advice they give keeps me going every day and its all thnx 2 God dat I have them.

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Neo Charllotte Kesamang My grandmum, She z a strong woman and she won’t let any obstacles let her down and also she is God-fearing and that’s y I admire and love her so much.

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#TeamSKYGirls In the next issue of SKY Magazine we will be talking Facebook etiquette... so tell us, what are your Facebook do’s and don’ts? Selfies, pote or foam? Are you sure ka accepting requests from people you don’t know? Would you friend your grandma?

How much FB is too much FB? Tell us, what’s your Facebook SKY? #StayTrue

#TalkBack Facebook Etiquette

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Nonofo Pearl Matlhaku Ke shapo ka bo let’s meet from stangers and relationship request.

Ke sure ka being social and voicing my opinions.

Nonofo Nonz Seobakeng Ke shapo ka untasteful selfies (bras or even • God forbid • topless) Ke sure ka being social, the sole reason for these social networks

Maatla Shosho Jakoba ke shapo ka rude friends n hu use vulgar language. ke sure ka assertive friends

Tshegofatso Tizzy Faki Nna ke shapo ka fb dating, acepting request frm pupil i dnt knw mara . ke sure ka chating wth family & friends regardles of age nd voicing out

Arnette Masebe just maintain a level of integrity whatever you do

Lynette Tity Holïc Setimela sure ka di selfie and havin long chats with my people mara ke Sharpo ka fb wars were people visiously attack each other mo di postin with insults n everythin

Rea Mathitha Sure ka di selfie, Sharpo ka adding people I dont know

Keli Mc Ke shapo ka fake frendz n dose hu fil ma inbox wit nonsense. ke sure ka interestn postz: style, love, life, poetry, fotography

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Palesa Nicole Pilane La’cruzer #ke_sure_ka knowing who I am on facebook and knowing were I come from, ka di selfies le kadi positive friends.. #ke_shapo_ka addiction to facebook, knowing when enough is enough there are more important things out there than sitting on your behind all day facebooking and chatting to people who know when it is the right time t log off and continuing with life. #ke_shapo_ka accepting people I don’t know and people who don’t add value to my life with positive updates. we should know that we are grown and some still growing up and social media is always goin to be part of our lives we should use it in a way that we will see that all that time straining my fingers was for a positive and good cause. #ke_sure_ka_life_ke_shapo_ka_being_fake...

Sabrinah April Bame Ke shapo ka mtho yo ntshendlang frnd request a sa nkitse ebile le nna ke sa mo itse...ke sur ka being honest, frndly nd maitseo mo mongwe le mongweng

Botho Vanessa Joseph Ke shapo ka go dumela the false relo request from boys in FB, Ke sure ka voicing my opinion out and staying true to myself not being fake

Thuto Lexie Thunthung Ke shrp ka ma ‘wannabe’,people without profile pics and those that use fake names....

Ke sure ka being friendly on fb....

Abt accepting requests from pple i dont know, b4 doing that i chek out our mutual frands....

Of course i’ll accept a request from my grandma

Yolandah Yolah Motlhankana ke shapo ka losing my identity just for the sake of getting more likes and Facebook approval

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Aquarius: Jan 20 - Feb 18 Hey, SKY babe :) Did someone say, ‘temptation’? This month might be a little challenging, for you- especially when it comes to how you spend your money. You might be swayed between spending all of your pocket money on a pair of new shoes or saving for the new cell phone you wanted. Remember, before you make any decisions, take a breath and remind yourself of your SKY ;)

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Pisces: Feb 19 - Mar 20

Aries: Mar 21 - Apr 19

You’re thinking quite deeply, this next few weeks, making sure that you’re living up to your ‘sures’ and ‘shapos’. Earlier this year you might have taken the Pledge… this is the moment when you look back and see how you #StayedTrue. Don’t worry if you feel like you’ve fallen a little short- if you want to live your SKY more diligently, there is no better time than NOW! :D

You might feel as though you’re under a bit of pressure, this month, Sky Babe. Maybe you’ll be at a party and someone might offer you a cigarette. Don’t be shy to declare your SKY! Cigarette? Nah, man; ke shapo ka yone. Take a walk with your bestie, or alone, if you need the space! And don’t feel bad about being true to yourself- you gotta love you, baybay!

Gemini: May 21 - Jun 20

Cancer: Jun - Jul 22

What’s in store for you, this month?

Awesomeness. You’re in a chatty mood for a lot of the month, and might find yourself making new friends and having mad LOL moments with your besties.

You might feel particularly outgoing and try a sport or a hobby you’ve never tried before… Go ‘head, gal- define your SKY :)

Yo, Cancer ;) You might have had a chill couple of months, being easy- going and relaxing as often as you could.

Well, in the next couple of months, that laid- back attitude will be shaken up quite a bit! You might find yourself in a leadership position; captain of the chess team or the girl your besties look to for advice. Remember to rely on your SKY for tough decisions- knowing yourself? #SureKaYone

Taurus: Apr 20 - May 20 This is the time when you will have a span of positive experiences! You’ll become much closer to your bestie, fight less with your little brother or sister- and even have a heart to heart with your auntie… You’re getting quite a bit of attention, this month, and might excel at your favourite sport or get a part you audition for in a play. SKY’s the limit!

Leo: Jul 23 - Aug 22

Virgo: Aug 23 - Sept 21

Sometimes, Leo, things don’t go according to plan… Once in a while, things happen that are out of your control. That might be the case for you for a little while. Instead of bearing your teeth and GROWLING, take a step back, breathe and THEN react :) Also, remember the things that you can control, like knowing and declaring your SKY. Whew! There is hope for you, yet! <3

This next few weeks will be a bit of a rollercoaster, Virgo :) You will probably get a whole lot more attention than you are used to getting- which is a great chance to step out of your comfort zone! Socialising with new people can be interesting and enriching; you get to share your SKY and learn someone else’s. Awesome!

Libra: Sept 22 - Oct 23

Scorpio: Oct 24 - Nov 21

Sagittarius: Nov 22 - Dec 21

Capricorn: Dec 22 - Jan 19

Hey, gal. You may feel a little sensitive, this next few weeks… But o s’ka wa wara: take a little time to pamper yourself. What are the things tse o leng sure ka tsone? Do those to lift your spirits and ground you in your SKY. O zo ba grand <3

Woah, gal. You might find that you’re faced with some big decisions, over the next couple of months. Whether it’s at school, about your crush, or where to hang with your besties, if you take some time out to BREATHE you will get through it. Don’t worry too much, though- staying true your SKY will guarantee that you come out aces ;) <3

So, Sag’ :) Wena o na le the chance to shine in your family, this next few weeks. If you have been disagreeing with the parents, or fighting with your siblings, expect a sweet make- up period. Good vibes will be flying free on the home front. Family group hug?

Sure ka yone ;)

Little Miss Sunshine! You are full of good cheer and positivity. Good for you! You might end up taking a few trips to visit friends and spread your happiness around. It is also quite a busy time for you at school- which you will handle with #TeamSKYGirls swagger. Awesome :) <3

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