Happy Valentines Day
On Saturday, 11 January, we reached the 1st birthday!.
What an awesome year it has been. THANK YOU to everyone for your support. Subscribers, readers, advertisers, family and friends. This would not be possible without YOU!
For about the first 4 months after the release of every issue, I often asked myself if it was worth it. IT WAS! And still is.
In the very first issue of the Windhoek Connection, the opening message indicated that Windhoek has many hidden gems. Little did we know just how many are out there.
From local author Carmelita Dentlinger or the new Gelateria, Yolato, which opened in December right in front of the Sanlam Centre; Windhoek is filled with many awesome people and locally owned businesses who all deserve our support.
14 February 2023 Issue 50/6/2023 Connection
“What the world really needs is more love and less paperwork.”
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– Pearl Bailey
So while the Windhoek Connection is taking shape, one of the ideas we were toying with was to offer local writers a chance to earn some money. And with that, this is call for articles. If you are an aspiring wordsmith and would like to write for the Windhoek Connection to earn some pocket money, get it touch with us by email
(nicole@windhoekconnect ion.com.na).
The WANDA Fundraiser has done exceptionally well!!
The target of EUR 70,000 was reached within a week. The fundraising team then pushed for an additional EUR7,000 to also cover the travel and accommodation costs already incurred. This was successfully reached within a
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few days.
When it seemed that the much needed funds to cover the medical expenses would be reached, the WANDA Fundraiser team started looking for charities to support with the surplus. After much consideration, it was agreed to donate the surplus to the Okanti Foundation.
We will continue to donate the 25% pledged for February, March and April. This will then be passed on to the Okanti Foundation by the WANDA Fundraiser.
To follow Wanda’s progress, follow their Facebook page @WANDA Fundraiser.
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65 Page 3 Didknowyou … Didknowyou … Based on retail Source: enidbuzz.com WANDA, a young mother from Namibia, fights a rare tumour in her head. WANDA Fundraiser In 2019 Wanda was diagnosed with low-grade chondrosarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer, located in her sinus Wanda needs urgent radiation treatment at the West German Proto Germany, to keep her eyesight Her medical ly partially cover the estimated cost of EUR 70, ord on her own #TogetherAgainst Cancer For more information, please contact: Maria: +264 81474 3960 | Monique : +264 81 250 1506 | Elke: +264 81 6686569 | W e a r e a g r o u p o f f r i e n d s a n d f a m i l y m e m b e r s o f W a n d a h e l p i n g w i t h t h e f u n d r a i s i n g i n i t i a t i v e - W A N D A F U N D R A I S E R t o r a i s e f u n d s t o c o v e r h e r m e d i c a l e x p e n s e s o f E U R 7 0 0 0 0 W i t h w o r l d w i d e s u p p o r t , w e h a
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Upcoming Events
Singles night, Tuesday, 14 Feb · 6 – 10 PM
VALENTINES DAY JUST GOT SO MUCH BETTER. Are you single and ready to mingle? Well we sure are ready to throw you a valentines night you’ll never forget. Namibians finest artists, The Ells will be entertaining you and making sure you leave with a smile on your dial or maybe even with a new fella. To all the couples, you are obviously more than welcome to join the party too! (Who wouldn’t want to have some fun on Valentine’s Day….) Entrance includes, 3 fresh oysters, a glass of bubbly and live music . To get this night started the right way! Ladies and Gentlemen, we look forward to this lovely night with you! Please make sure to reserve ASAP! We encourage all the single fellas to book a table of 3 at least. The bigger the booking the better. Goodfellas Pizza & Pub - 081 876 6908.
Pangolin Conservation in Namibia, Tuesday, 14 Feb · 7 – 9 PM
Kelsey Prediger has lived in Namibia since 2016, and pangolin conservation, research and protection is her mission. She is actively involved with local projects to raise awareness and to learn more about the ecology of these nocturnal and elusive creatures. Her work as founder and director of the Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation is helping to develop a base of scientific knowledge and guidelines to save this species from the horrendous wildlife trafficking trade. Venue: Namibia Scientific Society
Voices of Windhoek, Tuesday, 14 Feb · 7 – 10 PM
Join us at the FNCC for a night of Love Songs with Voices of Windhoek. Voices of Windhoek launched to high acclaim in June 2022. Voices of Windhoek is a choir that has its roots in COTA Youth Choir Namibia and also Windhoek Chamber Choir, their conductor, Mr Fanie Dorfling.
This choir offers music of the highest standard and sings most genres of music, during the Valentines Concert you will be treated to uplifting love songs in the Barber shop style, as well as African love songs.
Tickets available at the FNCC (cash only) or from the choir members at N$80 advance | N$100 door
Catch more events in and around windhoek at www.windhoekconnection.com.na
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Double Chocolate Mocha Mousse
This recipe, from August 1963, was described as a "company dessert." With 1 cup sugar as well as semisweet chocolate, it was far too sweet for today's tastes. This version swaps in bittersweet chocolate, uses less than 1/3 cup sugar, and adds a dash of coffee. And it's still great for company!
INGREDIENTS
• 4 oz. semisweet chocolate
• 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 1/2 tsp. instant espresso powder
• 5 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 c. heavy cream
DIRECTIONS
• Place the semisweet and bittersweet chocolates in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
• Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, espresso powder, 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture lightly coats the back of a spatula (do not let the mixture simmer or boil), 2 to 3 minutes.
• Scrape the egg mixture into the cooled chocolate and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until cooled, about 25 minutes.
• Using an electric mixer, beat together the remaining cup cream and tablespoon sugar in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form. In two additions, fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Divide among serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
• Sprinkle with shaved chocolate before serving, if desired.
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