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Radio Profiles

SKY Live’s rocking new presenters say ‘heeey’ :D

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You are what you eat, right?

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This issue’s guest editor of SKY Magazine is Louise Mandumbwa, an 18 year old SKYgirl from Francistown.

She’s a freelance photographer and a passionate member of Junior Chamber International.

Hi, SKY Nation ☺ Half the time I think of myself as a girl in progress, because I’m always trying to learn and grow and find ways to challenge myself. When I became a SKY girl a year ago, words couldn’t describe how ecstatic I was at the prospect at getting to interact with beautiful and motivated girls who like me, were just trying to figure life out.

One of the beautiful things about SKY is that it’s about being part of a community that allows us to celebrate who we are and what we stand for. SKY-Fam realise that we’re most awesome when we embrace every aspect of what inspires us.

I know countless girls who giggle over nail polish or will get into pillow fights, but in their spare time

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volunteer with organizations like Rotary, or learn sign language to help out at a deaf school or stand up for people that can’t do it themselves; girls that light up the most when they’re striving to make their schools, communities and homes a better place, and dedicate their hustle to grasping every opportunity that presents itself to do something meaningful.

Girls (and guys) like that? They’re the real MVPs, just by being the amazing pacesetters they’ve always been.

Aloud. Steve Jobs once said “The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones that do. Do you. Be shameless and stay true to yourself. ☺ So, this one is most definitely for the trailblazers, innovators and the dreamers in us all. In the words of the brilliant Marian White “It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, handsome, talented and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?”

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SKY Spotted Annie Mwape Kae

Kefilwe Precious Paledi

Kathy Lalah Biish

Check out all the awesome places where SKY has been spotted in BWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streets :D Each one of these guys wins a SKY t-shirt <3 Keamogetse Rabakoko with Minkie Minkx

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Michele Obama the First Lady of the United States of America “One of the lessons that I grew up with was to always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals.”

Beyoncé Knowles Singer “Your self-worth is determined by you. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are.”

As SKY girls, we have the chance to meet and chat with a whole nation full of *amazing* girls all over BW. We know that wisdom is more precious than diamonds and pearls, so #SKYMag gathered some words of wisdom from some of the most powerful women in the world <3

Melinda Gates Businesswoman and Philanthropist “Be yourself, don’t use the few stereotypes of ‘female leadership.’ Be yourself when you lead and have a base that will always support you.

Lupita Nyong’o Oscar award winning actress

Lorde Musician

“No matter where you’re from, your dreams are valid.”

“ I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner.

I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong.

I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls.

I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles.”

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Even though it’s getting oh , so cold outside, SKY be bringing th e heat with these awesom e winter mu st- haves!

Onesie Brrr! Go seramenyana, but if you want to keep toastie warm, AND be on- trend, get yourself a onesie :D

Graphic Stripes Big, bold stripeswhite on black, black on white- either way, you’ll win!

Leopard Print Taking a walk on the wild side has never been this fun- or easy, lol! A spot of leopard print adds a touch of adventure to many an outfit- style as you like ;)

Chuck Taylors These kicks will ALWAYS be in fashion; there’s always a new line of cool All Stars that might feel at home on your feet!

Essence nail colour Essence has a range of awesome nail colours for you to try out over the weekend- choose a colour that suits your SKY ;)

Headbands This is a great way to add some flair to your locks- you can pick any style, any colour, or even make your own!

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In ‘Do Remember Me’, teenagers in the USA got to Skype with teens from around the world, including Nigeria, Egypt and France. The point of all this was so to share stories between cultures.

Men and Boys for Gender Equality - MBGE shares stories about ways that men and boys can be more involved in family life and bigging up their sisters’ achievements. Whenever we see guys stepping up on issues affecting both men and women, our heart gets a big :) This reminds us a LOT of our #SKY_Guy brothers ;)

Memory Banda, 18, from Malawi and Achie, 16, from Ethiopia believe that girls should be allowed to grow up and go to school, not be married off as young as 11, which is the case in some traditions. They got the opportunity to speak at the United Nations 59th Commission Status of Women as part of the Let Girls Lead initiative. SKY <3s girls who stand up for other girls!

12 year old Mo’ne Ikea Davis is an American Little League Baseball pitcher from the USA. She has a new book out called ‘Mo’ne Davis: Remember My Name’, a shoe line to benefit girls in need, and there are rumours of a biopic film on its way from the Disney Channel called ‘Throw Like Mo.’ *Whoop, whoop*

20 year old Asisat Lamina Oshoala is a Nigerian footballer who has recently made history as the first African player to play in the Women’s Super League, joining Liverpool Ladies! <3 She says at the beginning, her parents weren’t supportive but she said “This is what gives me happiness” and she stayed true to her goals … *Whoop, whoop* We’re rooting for you :D

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g 20km run Your friend asks you to go on a charity- raisin You: end. week with her, this one coming up :) a) Say sure! Then ask her if there’s another (1 point) sponsor her… b) You’re not really into exercise, but you’ll (3 points) with her, this c) Cool! No problem at all- you’d love to go weekend! (5 points) ’ something/ When you think of an afternoon ‘looking after someone, you think about: tea and listening to a) You’ll chill with your granny, making her s) her stories <3 (3 point anions :) b) Playing with the dog- pets are such fun comp (5 points) times that laundry c) You’ll help your mum go tlhatswa- some ) point just PILES up, tho! (1

The Doer (0-8 points) ver You love being hands- on with whate you’re involved in. You might like to look into volunteering at your or church, whenever they are feeding nityhanding out blankets to the commu and alter natively, o ka ya ko BSPCA At volunteer with the pets, there … it home, you could also offer to babys and you your niece or neigh bour’s kidswould love every minute of it! :D

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If you’ve been inspired by this edition’s stories of SKY people who rock it by giving their time and energy to others, and want to volunteer, too, take our quiz to find out where you might be happiest! <3

a stack of You’re cleaning out your wardrobe and find do you do?

What . ages in worn clothes that you haven’t ) point (1 .

Cross Red the at off a) You drop them them. (3 points) sell can you e wher place or stall a find b) You ing that she c) See if your little sister or cousin sees anyth s) want s to have :) (5 point way you think What’s the phrase that best describes the about things? heart <3 (1 point) a) Hugs are the best thing to soothe a sad again to put used be can it y, empt is tub b) If the ice cream our leftover lunch in! (3 points) c) Sharing is caring :) (5 points) Your friends would describe you as: a) Dependable. (1 point) b) You’re def the loud friend! (3 points) c) Free- spirited. (5 points)

The Phila nthropist (9-17 points) , Even if it is the love in your heart g, you pass it forward! You value givin and whether it is your time, your or energ y, sharing your lunch money tely giving up old clothes, you’re defini to share a phila nthropist! You’re likely and your passion with those around you, , you’ll whenever you have a little extra give it away. <3

The Fundraiser (18-25 points) e You have a knack for getting peopl and to listen to your point of view s have a way of making sure that thing is a run according to schedule. This are valua ble skill to have, when you the a part of a charity, as much of to do ‘behind the scenes’ of it all has g. with budgets, funding and fundraisin of very You’re able to make the most out <3 little and are smart as a whip!

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Tsotsi Babhino The girl who is always true to herself is very smart, therefore she deserve all the love and care:) she has a stand that balances her ways. Girls who know themselves are always self- motivated... I really respect that kind of gal, and to all those who know what they want in lyf, I shout out to them...

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:D The SKY Nation is chuffed that we have SKYGuy brothers who are rooting for our “True to myself” mission! :D *whoop, whoop*

Batsile Sekati I support a girl who is true to herself because she always has goals to achieve. A girl like that can always be proud of her choices or decisions.

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Brix SkyBoy Ranks I like referring to girls as ladies coz of the respect I have for them... A lady who is true to herself automatically knows what she wants, a lady who knows what she wants automatically has the confidence to be herself no matter how much pressure is put against her.... She knows how a lady should behave /take herself ga ana le batho ba bangwe, she respects herself, she doesn’t give up on what she wants until she gets it, she is the strongest of all ladies, she doesn’t let other people dictate her life for her, she makes her own decisions about her life... Most importantly, she knows when to say, “No, ke shapo”.... She is the most respected in the community... She is a real woman and we as real men respect ladies like that...

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Kabelo Clinton Tyson Tladinyane Well, I think a girl who is true to herself is autonomous. I respect her a lot coz if she is true to herself, she builds a good atmosphere around her & she is aware of what’s right & wrong:) & she can block out negative vibes around her... If she is true She will also be assertive & able to stand her ground without any shame:) she will be sure of what she would do & what she would not do:) I wud in a nutshell say: she is the queen of herself & also acts according to what she knows is right.

A gal who knows what she wants is stable and self-confident, she makes a choice and sticks to it... I respect a gal who is not pressurised by her peers or who make decisions to please their friends. I value girls who respect their bodies, other people and being friendly towards each other...

Thabo Dima When you get to understand each and every aspect of yourself whether physically or inside as a person, you get to have confidence and trust in your capabilities and you also get to know your limitations as a person.

In this manner nobody can bring you down for any flaw that you are already aware of, Also no one can force or influence you into something that at the end of the day will not be focused towards building you. My message to the #SKYNation is to understand yourself, it all begins with you in the mirror!

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Refilwe Thabo :D

Hey SKY national my name is Refilwe Barbiki Mooketsi a SKYgirl of 17 years old schooling at GSS.

What inspired u to enter the compertition?

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well what inspired me was a friend of mine Neo Bernadette

Firstly when i heard about the competition i literally jumped

through the roof! It was exactly what i was looking for. Not only was it a chance for me to grow my CV but it was a

Maswabi and Priscilla Karabo Kegametswe who really believed in

chance for me to grow as a person,and inspire and stand up

they also saw my capabilities. So i joined the radio competition

such as being bullied so it was an opportunity i could not

for other youngsters who’ve experienced alot of challenges

me and saw the potential I had (not that i doubted myself) and

miss!

with hope and faith.

How did you feel when you were on radio for the first time?

: ) Hehe i don’t wanna lie i was so scareeeed i was looking,

watching and judging me. When I entered the studio i started

feeling butterflies in my tummy. Gosh!!! as soon as i noticed i was

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live on air i started scrumbling for words and panicked. Minkie,

about your personality?

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Firstly thank u so much for voting for me sky national and guys.... if it wasn’t for u guys i would have not be in the position i am

today....u guys helped me alot and i appreciate it since my dream finally came to life.....i rata yall alot and i promise i will always make u proud and keep the awesome work. Stay true to yourself and up your game.

Much love

excitement topped with a feeling of accomplishment. Warona, home

yall behold coz awesomeness is about to blast ko Yarona Fm

the show or anything in general that you’d like to say

It felt like nothing i’ve ever felt before...it was joy, nerves, Mandi and Minkx were so welcoming and it just felt like

Ayoba!!! entertainment all the way as i am a fun, loud sky girl...,,,

Please give a short shout out to the sky nation and sky guys about

and i hold it close to my heart. For me its a form of self yourself and do it to the max!

nice words and kept to keep my talk short. But all in all i did my

What are u going to bring to the show that is a special something

tv, art, dance, radio you name it! its such an amazing field expression and thats very important as a person, to express

Mandy and Warona ne ba ntibile thata. I tried to keep calm, say best!

I am passionate about anything to do with media,whether its

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SKY Nation stand up!! I am your voice, i am your shoulder

to cry on, my inbox and Twitter are always open for u! And to the SKY Guys out there lets take the initiative, lets break the stereotypes that boys are always the most unruly, lets

show our female counterparts that we CAN change and join

them in knowing ourselves, whats good for us and succeeding beyond belief in life! #SKYGuysAreFlyGuys

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Katso Sesame Lekgoa

But I figure one’s That’s a very controversial issue... r distinguished thei govern strong mind and beliefs should because of the es tacl obs be differences… Of course there will But certainly, p... grou the in err1 of t different individual conduc hing less...

Not e... mor NO should truly mean No... Nothing

Lesole Nkaymo Keamogetse

influenced by our friends I say yes because most of us are e would want to fit ryon eve or peers... This is because same feathers flock the with s bird that in... We all know one should not have too together... I personally believe that _ka _grup apo #sh . many friends 1 or 2 is enough

Ame Dolly Moroka

kind of attitude u have and if u r I would say it depends on what always promise to be true to uld willing to stay true to ur self. U sho d to be hated 4 wat u r than 2 be love ur self, n once again “It’s better i ...n eing selfb own my being true to fr wat ur not” so nna i wod prefer aso yak mon ka rp sha e...# sam de incoureg othr SISTERS to do

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Keletso is hanging out with a group of friends.

They begin to talk about a girl in her geography class. They were being really mean!

She doesn’t know the girl very well, but doesn’t feel comfortable with what they are saying.

Join in the conversation, saying something to fit in with the others

Speak out and defend the girl- she’s not there to stand up for herself!

Walk away

What should she do?

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DiSKYples are SKY girls who have taken the extra step to invite their friends to join the SKY nation :D These chicas know their SKY and LOVE encouraging other girls to stay true to their dreams ;) Our head DiSKYples get to find out the low- down about awesome SKY events, hang out with our awesome Friends of SKY and meet other SKY sistas at our SKY stalls in GC and Ghetto :)

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Gaone Nadine Manatong Ke Sure Ka 1. Travelling 2. Living an inspiring life 3. SKY Girls!

Bonus sure: Ke sure ka my Alicia Keys. Forever and always #AKFAM <3 Ke Shapo Ka: 1. Discrimination of any kind 2. Guys who disrespect girls and women 3. People who like drawing false attention.

Something interesting about myself: I am an only child between my parents but I have about fifteen brothers and sisters. When we walk into an event, my aunt screams: “The Kardashians are heeerreee…” :D My fave quote: “You are only going to be as good as the people you surround yourself with, so be brave enough to let go of those who keep weighing you down.” (Eric Thomas) MY SKY in three words Resilience, Empowering, Family Message to SKY girls Yall’s life is as it is now. Tomorrow is another day; you will not be the girl you were yesterday. So keep staying true to yourselves and remember to do something today that your future self will thank you for.

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Ke Sure Ka 1. Balosika (family) 2. Entrepreneurship seminars 3. Working hard for a better world tomorrow

Ke Shapo Ka: 1. Skeifi (smoking) 2. Multiple concurrent bo sthando (partners) 3. Idleness

One thing that is interesting about me is: I am not perfect but l’m loyal, ‘cause I believe that blood makes you related but loyalty makes you family.

My sky in 3 words: Ambitious, Believer, Confident Favourite quote: “For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

(Jeremiah 29 v 11) Regardless of how many times you try to change yourself, the real you is gonna pop out, someday- so be true to yourself, my SKY baes ;)

Tshoganetso Sue Brenyewu Ke sure ka: Fashion Education Family Ke shapo ka: Backstabbing Heavy makeup Fake character Something interesting about myself: I am jolly. I’m easy to socialize with, I love people and talking.

My SKY defined in 3 words: Love, fun and happiness My favourite quote: “We are all different, so do not imitate other people’s lives, for no one remembers second best. Aim for number 1 and compete with you inner self”.

If you want to become a DiSKYple, SMS ‘DISKYPLE’ to 16515 <3

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book reviews My favourite book of all time is called ‘The Shack’ by William Young. This book taught me about prayer because the story reads like a prayer - filled with sweat and wonder and transparency and lots of surprises... It is an exceptional book that ushered me directly into the heart and nature if God in the midst of agonizing human suffering…

This book talks about a man who is going through a lot in life.

His daughter was abducted during a family vacation and evidence is found in an abandoned shack that she has been brutally murdered. Four years pass and this man receives a suspicious note, which is

Hey, sistas ;) So many of us are sure ka reading that we HAD to ask what your fave boo ks are! Tshego, Mitche and Kimberly won our book rev iew competition- read them, below- and read the boo ks they recommend, if you get the chance <3

apparently from God, inviting him to the shack for a weekend.

Against his better judgement he arrives at the shack on a wintry afternoon and walks back into his worst nightmare. What he finds there changes his life forever. In our world religion seems to grow increasingly irrelevant... ‘The Shack’ wrestles with this timeless question: Where is God in world filled with so much unspeakable pain? Well let me tell you that the answers I got from this book astounded me and transformed me...it made me believe that God is always there watching over us... Ke sure ka Modimo!

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My favourite book is by Ben Carson, named ‘Think Big’ it gave me a different perspective of life... I used to give up on a lot of things my life; education and my family because we grow up with no father but then I talked to my friend who gave me the book to read… Truly, Ben Carson lived a life that was more difficult than I thought mine was… He showed me that without education, you can’t become what you desire; he taught me reading skills and how to move on in life and not hold on to the past.

He is an inspiration to me because he made his life worthwhile, even when his parents we not on good terms… I want this book to be featured in the mag to help a young girl out there who had the same situation as mine… Now I have a bond with my family, and am doing well at school.

Most people have watched the movie, but trust me- the book is much better! It won’t take all your homework time either!

(It’s only around 400 pages long)… ‘The Fault In Our Stars’ is about a teenage girl called Hazel Grace Lancester who has cancer. It will definitely get you crying, but not the sad, ‘oh no! There’s no hope, she’s dying!’ kind of tears... But the ‘what a beautiful soul she is!’ kind of tears, the ‘oh my God, I need to change my life!’ kind :D There’s also an awesome love interest, Augustus Waters, and believe me- he’ll make you believe they are not all stupid idiotic jerks, lol… It will inspire you, help you appreciate the value of your life and get you thinking ‘what can I do to make sure I don’t take my life for granted?’ Read it SKY Sisters! READ IT!

They each win a copy of ‘I Am Malala’:

The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban’ by Malala Yousafzai, courtesy of Exclusive Books :D

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Phenyo Oaitse There was once a girl named Dimpho. The eleven year old was bullied all the time because she was overweight, and had been bullied from the age of seven. She tried telling her parents but they never paid attention and had no time because they spent most of their hours at work. Dimpho would cry herself to sleep every day because she had no friends.

She kept telling herself that she was ugly and unlovable. This also affected her grades, which made her lose hope in everything, even her life. She felt like she was useless.

However, Dimpho had a hidden talent that nobody, including her workaholic parents, knew about. She could sing.

She was an exceptional singer and had an angelic voice. One afternoon during the school’s lunch break, Dimpho was again made fun of by some mean girls who disliked her and thought that they controlled the school. Dimpho ran away from them and went to sit on a bench by a nearby tree, weeping.

People starting applauding. She thought they only did that cause of her singing when actually the words of the song also touched them and taught them to appreciate everyone just the way they are. Not because of how they look, but their personality, which they could relate with Dimpho’s everyday life situation.

She put on her headphones and started to play one of her favourite songs- it always motivated her to never give up on everything she does. Without realising it, Dimpho closed her eyes and got lost in the music. She started singing along to the beautiful song.

She sang loudly, yet beautifully. She then opened her eyes and found half of the school staring at her in awe. She was frightened. She had never let anyone hear her sing.

Also, they were amazed by her beautiful voice! From that day, she felt better about herself, confident and assertive. She was able to make friends, and in time even her grades started improving. She’d always tell herself that only God knows why she was bullied at first, but now she had to love herself the way she was and that she was blessed with a great voice. Dimpho was all that everyone could talk about. She was blessed.

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My friend’s mom passed away, last year, and she’s going through a very difficult time… What can I do to help her through it?

:) Sometimes we, or our loved ones experience difficulties in our lives, and we’re not sure what to do…

Thank goodness for Big Sister SKY, who has some ideas on how to deal with life’s ‘bumps’… <3

Much respect to you for being an amazing friend and trying to help your friend.

The first thing you should always do is reach out; let her know you’re there for her whenever she needs you to talk or hang out. It is also important not to be too intrusive, if she wants some time alone, give her space, making sure to check up on her regularly to make sure she’s doing well.

She might feel very alone during this time, you can try to relate with her on losing loved ones and healing from it if you’ve been through it too, or help her find a way to memorialize her mother. You can plant a tree, make a scrapbook of pictures, write some letters or anything else you feel will provide closure.

Ultimately, your friend needs more than anything your time and patience: if she’s falling behind in school try help her out as much as you can, offer to take her out sometimes to take her mind off things, be prepared to listen to whatever she wants to talk about if it will help her mourn, recommend help (from a counsellor, for example) if you think she needs it, and if she rejects your suggestions, give her time, and then try again. The key is to remain a loving friend <3

Everything was great when I started at my new school, but now there is a group of girls who are bullying me. They call me names, laugh at what I wear and always comment on the way I look. What should I do?

Few girls go through school unaffected by one or many incidents with their peers, or even with their own friends… Don’t despair! Find a way to empower yourself :) Firstly, nothing is wrong with the way you or anybody looks or dresses, everyone is beautiful in their own way and this will never depend on anybody’s validation!

A powerful tool to fight bullying is through friends; foster many great friendships, try to spend time with people from different social groups or cliques. Making friends by getting involved in extracurricular activities is also a great confidence booster. Oftentimes when your bullies try to come at you, your friends will come to your defence. If the bullying is really affecting you, talk to a school counsellor, a teacher or relative you trust. This might result in your bullies getting disciplinary action taken against them.

Many girls project their own insecurities onto others by bullying; some try to create a sense of belonging in a clique by participating in this bullying. It is worth a try to calmly ask these girls why they are behaving this way. Whichever way things turn out, it’s obvious you’re a brilliant girl and if you focus on yourself, your studies and your friends your bullies will probably matter less and less until you don’t even notice them!

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For this issue of SKYMag, I got to hang with the beautiful Rati, Yarona FM’s newest on- air princess, a poet and future PR Guru.

It’s an honour having you in SKY Mag mami....you rock, re very sure ka wena.

Thanks for having me, and do not be shaken by anything, stand firm for what you believe in.

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Phaleche, rice, pasta… these are also good for you, in the right proportions.

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Doing good doesn’t make you a goodie- goodie ;)

to do Hey, SKY babes :) i used to think of volunteering as a boring and tiring thing gave me a home at ring voluntee because it is a lot of hard work, until I learnt that even ion to do and permiss few points and I finally stoped being yelled at all the time! I even got as well, get away with many things I was deprived of before! Lol! So volunteering outside into your can benefit you for what you want to do and become as you grow and mature way. ntious unprete and dreams, I like to think of it as *networking* in a humble many As well as the personal, character- building aspect of volunteering, there are you’re that cause a helping to energy and time other benefits to giving up some of your passionate about- read on ;)

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You get to meet different people: When you volunteer

with other people,you mingle with those who are from a different background from yours,and that is a definite plus! It’s wonderful how different people can be united by a

cause that they believe in :)<3

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YOU LEARN NEW SKILLS: You might learn sign language while volunteering with the deaf, learn how to use a new computer programme or even how to manage your time better… New experiences are often enriching and whenever you work, you learn new things :) You’ll also get the chance to have real office experience that will look great on your future CV…

3. If you’re looking forward to going to university after high school, your volunteering will look great on your application- it will demonstrate that you take initiative and shows what kind of person you are, by adding an added dimension- if you volunteer by reading to kids at a library, for example, universities will recognise your passion for sharing stories :)

I used to believe I was going to be an international dancer like Janet Jackson! I then went to dance at a school I was volunteering at, and a celebrity spotted me and asked to work with me :D Unfortunately I was too young at the time, but that is the whole idea. Be nice and be content with your humble beginnings <3

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You get to change the world:

In your own small way, you will be contributing to making the world a better place! Those are *superhero* vibes :D

Places you can volunteer are: * The Botswana Red Cross * The Baylor Children’s Clinic * SOS Botswana * Any other charitable organisations * A place you’d love to work when you’re done with school * And even at church, (you know you can never have too many of em blessings shugga ;) ) So be sure ka what you want to do in your life and what difference you can make in another’s life.

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Everyone has the power to affect their world in a positive way! If you want to find out how you can be a superhero, today- read on! (No cape required, lol!)

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younger siblings and cousins, offer to watch the munchkins while your mom or neighbour relaxes, a bit. There are fun activities you can doteach them how to play Black Mampatile (AKA hide and seek), or Safe. You can even get them to colour- not on the walls! Or sing and dance :) #FunTimes

If you’re interested in being more involved in your community, you can volunteer at a local NGO- depending on where you are in the BW, there may be an organisation doing work that you admire. Taking a little time out over the weekend, or after homework, in the afternoons, is a great way to be a hero :)

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Adopt a pet :) If your parents are cool with it, you could adopt a pet from the BSPCA- Pets are awesome companions, and you would make an animal happy by giving them a loving home <3

Ha e le go re o na le diaparo tse o sa di diriseng, you could consider donating them :) Giving a gift like that may seem like a small gesture, but it means a lot.

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Whenever we ask the SKY Nation what you love about #SKY_Mag, so many of you have said “Letter to My 14 Year Old Self”… So, especially for you, journalist Rorisang Mogojwe wrote a bonus letter, to share her story and a word of encouragement with the SKY Nation :D <3 Dear Rori Remember how everyone laughs and thinks you are being a diva every time you tell them you are going to be a super star? Well guess what?

You will have the last laugh because your star continues to shine in the media industry that you will grow to love so much.

Your friends and family think you watch too much TV. But that’s ok, just tell them that that is the same TV they’ll see your face on one day!

You are deeply saddened by big brother Thapelo’s passing. Having to suddenly live without him is a major blow; it makes you sad and confused and has left you with many unanswered questions. You don’t know how to handle it.

But it will all get better with time, I promise. *Big hug* God sees your heart and will heal it.

As a teenager, you think you know it all and that no one understands you. But that’s not true. You resent your sisters for snitching on you ko go mama le papa when you stay out late with your friends, or when you sneak

Letter to MY 14 YEAR OLD SELF out to go to that cool party when the ‘rents didn’t give you permission. They’re only trying to protect you Ro, you are their baby sister.

You are still too young and rebellious to understand this, but they love you and care about you and one day you will thank them for being so hard on you. Big brother Kux is cool though, he will do anything to make you happy.

Treasure all your siblings because they are your anchors; they hold you down like that. Stay close to all of them.

Your deep desire to see and learn about the world will help make the choice to study media in Malaysia easy, like icing on the

cake. Mama and papa will miss you but will become the cheerleaders of your dreams. Be sure to dedicate your autobiography to them or mention them in your

thank you speech when you win those media awards.

Be careful of boys Ro. Not all of them will keep their promise to love and never leave you. Don’t give your heart to just any boy because sometimes they can be careless when handling your precious cargo. Also be wary of bad friends, they will try to pull you down and influence you negatively. You are better than that. You are a people’s person, but having lots of friends isn’t always a good idea; just 2 or 3 good friends is better than a 100 bad friends.

And always remember: pray every day, write what’s on your mind, smile genuinely, fall in love, read a good book, travel the world and BE HAPPY! XoXo Love Rori ☺

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Apr 20 - May 20

May 21 - Jun 20

Jun 21 - Jul 22

This month, you will get the chance to look inside yourself and see a strength that you might not have noticed, before.

This inner peace will make you more aware of the emotional needs of others, which will improve the quality of all your relationships ☺ *Yay* Enjoy this *moment*!

You’re in the mood for some fun, Taurus- *fun times* :D You’re already a loving friend, and your carefree vibes will lighten the mood with your friends and family :) Ke wena ‘Little Miss Sunshine’, this month, spreading the happiness <3

Gemini SKY babes might feel a little homely, this month. As much as you enjoy a good time, you’ll prefer go chilla ko lapeng, o iketlile, fela. This is a great chance for you to do some soul searching, rediscovering go re o rata eng, le go re o shapo ka eng. *Deep*

This is your moment, Cancer!

You’ve found a new passionnetball, a new musician, a school subject or author- and it’s making you soooo happy!

This makes it easier to relate with your friends and family, because you totes understand how they could be interested in that random animated series, now!

Jul 23 - Aug 22

Aug 23 - Sept 21

May 21 - Jun 20

Sept 22 - Oct 23

You’re naturally outgoing, and so have no problem seeing an opportunity and grabbing hold of it with both hands.

This month is full of such opportunities; o tla bona chance ya go studyisa le ba bangwe in your class, maybe even audition for a play or talent show. *Do you* and shine ☺

Gentle Virgo ☺ You’re often the kind friend who is always offering a kind word- but you’re also not shy to call a spade a spade…

This month, you’ll be a lot more aware of the effect that your words have on others, and might find yourself being the one who encourages your little brother or gives your friend some advice <3

Your usual bubbly, outgoing self is feeling a little introverted, and you might find yourself spending a lot more time doing things that make your heart smile :) This is great, because it’s great to spend a little time soul searching, remembering the things that you love and appreciate about life ☺

For the next few weeks, you’re going to LOVE spending time with the girls, chatting, hanging out and bonding *Awesome* Do look out for moments when you feel like the crowd wants to pull you along into a wave of what they want… You’re one of them strong young women, so you’ll know exactly when to say ‘sure!’ and when to say ‘ke shapo’, and walk away <3

Nov 22 - Dec 21

Dec 22 - Jan 19

Jan 20 - Feb 18

Feb 19 - Mar 20

In this time, you might get the chance to get to someone a little better. That girl in your agric class? She might change from being an acquaintance to being a good friend :) It’s a special time, and you’re feeling extra loving towards your family, as well <3

Home is where the heart is for you, Capricorn <3 Even though your parents might be caught up, ko tirong, you’ll get the chance to cherish the moments that you do get to spend with them :) Maybe you’ll make them tea in the mornings, ka weekend, or spend more time with your siblingsenjoy it!

Adventure! Spending time with your friends is going to be one of THOSE moments, where you get to make some awesome memories ☺ You’ll be listening to new music, watching a different genre of movie or a different flavour of ice cream- lucky for you, you can stay true to your SKY and be on some: ‘shapo ka yone’ if you’re not down with chocolate chips! ;)

You’re feeling super ambitious, girl- go for it! You’re on a mission to ace that test, win that chess tournament AND keep your room looking bawss :D This surge of energy is awesome, and you’ll get to share it with those you love <3

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