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  • Could You Eat Just One Food For A Whole Week?

    When it comes to my diet, I like variety! I get bored easily when I eat the same food for a couple of days and like to cook different meals as often as I can. Asides from the numerous health benefits one gets from eating a balanced diet made up of all the necessary nutrients – vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, protein, and fat-food is more enjoyable when there is a variety to choose from.

    However, some people can just eat the same food over and over for a long period of time. Take kids for instance, when they love one food, they want to eat it every day! But sometimes adults do exactly the same thing. Do you fall into this category?

    Is there a single food that you can survive on for one week? Do you sometimes find yourself repeatedly eating the same food over and over again – hint: rice and chicken *wink*? Could you eat just one food for a whole week, and if yes, what would that food be?

    Let me know below in the comments section. I look forward to reading them!

  • Enter For The iamAFRICA Short Film Competition on YouTube

    Here is an awesome opportunity for African filmmakers and content creators to launch their work into the limelight. I will be a judge in this short film competition which is a collaborative initiative between the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF), The Africa Narrative at the University of Southern California Norman Lear Center, and YouTube.

    The initiative was launched to propel African content creators and their work into the mainstream consciousness of American and international audiences, who are all too often, exposed to media narratives of Africa that are widely distorted and shaped by non-Africans.

    The Award
    Filmmakers selected by a special jury will be given an extraordinary opportunity to embark on an all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles, CA to attend the 28th Annual Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles on February 2020. While in California, winners will be the VIP guests of both the Pan African Film Festival and YouTube and will attend a variety of public and private events that showcase and promote their talents, including a public screening of each winning entry.

    An Audience Award will also be given to the semifinalist film that receives the most votes from the online public.

    Eligibility

    Production: Completed films must have been produced within the last three years. (after Jan 2017)
    Genre: All genres will be accepted
    Language: Must be English language or with English subtitles. If needed, please go HERE for YouTube subtitling tools.
    Length: The completed film must be less than 30mins (including film credits)
    Location: The completed film must be shot entirely on the African continent.
    Content: There are no content restrictions, however, all submitted film(s) must comply with the terms of use that govern the YouTube platform, which can be found HERE.
    Who Can Apply: Entrant(s)/Content Creator(s) must self identify as African and reside and work on the African continent
    Submission Fee: There is no submission cost for this competition.
    Submissions Deadline: Submissions are due no later than 11:59 pm on October 31, 2019.
    Brief Timeline: Up to 54 Semi-Finalists will be announced in November and showcased on the PAFF YouTube channel HERE. Up to 20 Finalists will be announced on December 2019. Competition Winners will be announced on January 2020.
    Terms and Conditions: Complete terms and conditions for iamAFRICA Short Film Competition HERE

    So, go ahead and send in your entries or share this information with people you know might be interested! Good luck!

  • Make Me Fabulous Season 2 Episode 6 – Watch FULL Episode

    Hi Lovelies!

    It’s that time of the week to catch up on full episodes of your favorite Reality TV Show – Make Me Fabulous!

    Today, we are bringing to you John & Peggy’s fabulous experience on the show.

    We don’t get requests from husbands asking for a chance to be on the show very often. Most times, the wives are the ones who send in their entries. But John really wanted this time out with his beautiful wife and we’re so glad he reached out to us. We truly enjoyed hosting them.

    Watch the full episode below:

  • Say No To Xenophobia

    Nigeria and South Africa are the continents two biggest hope. As the two largest economies, our nations should be working collaboratively to solve problems that threaten our progress as a continent such as climate change, institutional inefficiencies, and insecurity.

    Rather, in 2019, we’re witnessing yet another series of xenophobic attacks on enterprising Nigerians. 

    Humans have always migrated in search of greener pastures. In our case, Nigerians have been warm and welcoming hosts to South Africans coming to work in leadership roles in hospitality, or loyal patronizers of South African corporations in search of a piece of Africa’s biggest pie. In fact, many South African owned businesses receive upwards of 60% of their global revenue from the Nigerian consumer market. This contributes in no small way to their global reputation as a leading business hub. 

    The xenophobic actions being perpetrated towards Nigerians should not only result in protests and strong statements from both Federal Governments but should also result in a re-evaluation of our economic contributions to the development of a country in which our lives are consistently at risk in. The federal government should remind South Africa that without our massive consumer market, many of the companies which contribute to their GDP would not be as financially successful as they are. 
    The federal government should provide planes for any Nigerian in South Africa that wants to come home. 

    Borrowing from the examples of Malaysia, India, China, and Turkey the federal government should offer economic incentives for the repatriation of her citizens. 

    This is a tragedy. It is also a chance for the federal government to bolster local enterprise by investing in indigenous alternatives that can compete with South African brands on quality and service. 

  • Have A September To Remember

    Cheers to a new month, and another chance for us to get it right.

    I wish you a very happy new month full of God’s peace and divine blessings. I also wish you God’s full settlement in all areas you need them.

    May this new month mark the beginning of greater things in your life and family.

    Happy new month to you. May God keep you and your household safe, throughout the month.

    Have a September to Remember!!!

  • How To Style A Polka Dot Outfit (With Pictures)

    Polka dot dresses are fun and playful, creating a great template for adding accessories. When styling polka dots, make it the focal point of your outfit, so your accessories need to complement it rather than compete with it.

    Black and white polka dots work with just about any color, so there’s plenty of options when you want to make a fashion statement.


    Try wearing bold colored accessories with a neutral color dress. A polka dot dress in black, navy, white, beige, gray, or tan looks great with bright accessories. Wearing accessories in bright colors makes them stand out.


    Narrow down the types of accessories you want to wear. This may depend on the size of the polka dots on the dress. For larger polka dots, stick to a couple large accessories. If the polka dots are smaller, stick to a couple smaller accessories and one large one.


    If you’re not a fan of bold colors, you can still inject some personality into your black and white polka dot clothing by pairing them with softer shades. Pastels work really well with stark black and white dots and are often a little easier to wear than bright colors.

    Finally, look for a body skimming cut that’s generous enough to let you move freely, for an easy breezy fashion vibe that feels effortlessly sophisticated.

    Do you have any other tips for styling a polka dot outfit?

  • Make Your Passion Your Paycheck

    “Do what you love and you never work a day in your life” is probably one of the best career-related quotes. It is a dream for many, a reality for few, to make money by doing the things that you love and are good at. Imagine waking up every morning, excited to jump out of bed and greet the day ahead.

    We’re not meant to be stuck at soul-sucking jobs that we hate. That’s not living. That’s surviving. That’s tolerating suffering. We are meant to use our gifts and skills and share them with the world. Whatever your passion is, there is a way to make it a part of your life.

    Don’t get stuck at your job. Try these tips for turning your passion into your paycheck and ultimately living the life of your dreams:

    1. Show People What You Can Do:

    Stop being quiet about your passion, you need to start talking about it, sharing it as much as you can, to as many people as possible. People won’t know that you have a passion, skills, and talents until they see, hear or find out about it.

    2. Develop Multiple Streams Of Income:

    Creating multiple revenue streams allows you to make money without always having to be present or in a one-on-one setting. It gives you the ability to not only serve more clients without having to be present but also the opportunity to make money while you sleep.

    3. Set Financial Goals And Write Them Down:

    Gaining clarity on what you want to accomplish is a HUGE step in achieving it. Spend a few minutes writing down your financial and life goals. Then, set a deadline to achieve it.

    4. Be Patient:

    It might take time, so always be patient. I know first hand how difficult this part can be. It might take 1, 2 or 3 years before you can quit your day job or before you are ready to launch your business, but be patient, keep going and make your goals visual so that you always know what you are working towards.

  • Birthday Wishes For My Hubby ❤️🎂

    Happy birthday my love. On this day I celebrate how wonderful you are and how our love has continued to grow and blossom over time. You are deeply loved, respected and appreciated.

    You have been an amazing lover, provider and a great dad. Have an awesome birthday. 

    Love you always,
    Your soulmate.

    Hello lovelies, pls say happy birthday to my hubby 💋💋❤️🎂🎂🎂

  • Make Me Fabulous!!! Watch Episode 5 (Season 2)

    It’s another fabulous episode of your favorite family reality show!

    Gather your friends and family, get yourself some refreshments and see how Geraldine and Emmanuel had the time of their lives on Episode 5 of Make Me Fabulous Season 2.

    For more about their awesome journey, check out these photos from their Vow Renewal, as well as their adorable family moments. 

    Enjoy:

  • Barka Da Sallah!

    Barka Da Sallah!!!

    Barka Da Sallah

     

     

    Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim readers, from all of us at Stephanie Daily 

    We hope you enjoy the holiday, even as people are busy trying to triangulating the location of their meat, food,  drinks and party, don’t hesitate to show some love and kindness to people around you.

    Go forth, make merry and show some love.