• BIC expands its stationery portfolio, introducing coloring products for the first time in Kenya.

BIC, the country’s leading stationery brand, launched a new campaign to help educate and promote social distancing for kids. The newly launched “Inspire Kids’ Creativity with BIC Kids” campaign features BIC Kids Evolution Stripes coloring pencils, a favorite among kids around the world that are being launched in Kenya.

With this campaign, BIC is expanding its popular stationery line of products in East Africa with the  BIC Kids Evolution Stripes coloring pencils. The new set of 12 coloring pencils, packaged in a resealable wallet, is designed to be easy for children to use for everyday coloring projects both at home and at school. The pencils are manufactured with pigmented leads that are easy to sharpen for creating crisp lines and vivid solids. The coloring pencils feature break-resistant barrels that do not splinter if broken, thus offering long-lasting performance.

As part of the “Inspire Kids’ Creativity with BIC Kids” campaign, BIC is launching a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) project that will engage parents and children. The fun activity calls on kids to create personalized 115cm -wide wings , that once worn, will act as a reminder to social distance from others. The wings kit provides a step-by-step guide as well designs that can be printed and cut out, downloadable  https://bit.ly/BICKidsButterfly and https://bit.ly/BICKidsBat.

With many children still spending much of their time at home due to the pandemic, BIC understands the importance of keeping kids engaged and entertained through activities that can unlock their creativity.

“BIC believes that creativity is a key aspect in a child’s development. We understand that coloring is an important therapeutic activity that helps children develop patience, improve focus, enhance motor skills, and fuel creativity and self-expression,” said BIC East Africa Marketing Manager Paloma Lengema. “Along with the launch of our new coloring pack, we are excited to introduce projects that can engage and entertain kids, all while educating them on the necessary steps to stay safe during this pandemic.”

The BIC Kids Evolution Stripes coloring pencils are now available in Kenya in retailers and book shops, and on leading e-commerce platforms.

For other creative activities https://www.bickids-mea.com/en’

Singer Akothee who is a mother of 5 has celebrated her French baby daddy Dominic’s birthday in a lengthy message. Mr Dominic Decherf is the father to Akothee’s last born, Papa Oyoo.

In a lengthy message on her instagram post, Akothee narrates how Mr Dominic proposed to her on this day 11 years ago; which also happened to be his birthday.

Sharing cute throwback photos from their engagement day, Akothee revealed that on the same day Dominic bought her a new home worth Ksh 45 M in Mombasa.

Akothee met Dominic alias Papa Oyoo when she was a taxi driver in Shanzu and she was then living in a rented home.

Akothee went on by highlighting some of the things she has achieved since she met him. Madam Boss has also went on to become a big brand influencer in Kenya.

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It was on a day like this 17. 9 2009 on your birthday ,that you proposed me and bought me a house behind the then nakumat @ 45M. The Muzungu who was selling the house to us ,thought I was naive and he could steal from us ? You loved the home so much that you dint want to let go , the Muzungu still wanted to keep his bedroom upstairs for his holidays 😂😂😂I had never owned a property before ,but trust me , it dint make sense to me and I could not imagine sharing a compound with that man🙆,I had known him for over 3 year's, we used to come to that house for dinner with friends during our hustle mood 😂😂😂😂, and he used to play very rich Swiss guy , Don't ask me what I was doing there ,😂😂😂. You thought the kids & me would be happy in that home 🙏 you loved the pool and the chef Mr shinando , you wanted to see your queen happy . I had to protect you and our property . Now today I want to tell you that Since I met you ,I have known that true love and Angels still exist ❣️. Come and see what the girl you met as a taxi driver living in shanzu at Toles own compound rented house ,has become 💪 1. A mega star 2. An entertainer 3. An entrepreneur 👉@akotheesafaris 4. The number one leading & highly paid brand Ambassador/ influencer in Kenya @akno.tela 5 . An investor @akothenproperties 6. The original philanthropist @akotheefoundation On top of it 7 . THE AKOTHEE FAN BASE ( the only celeb with no haters , just loyal fans and admires ) 💪 8. An eminent MEMBER of ELREB . LOVED BY MANY & RESPECTED BY ALL 👉FROM GRASS TO GRACE 👉FROM SHAME TO FAME 👉FROM GRACE TO GRACE 🙏The only man who would like to see me grow . Mr Dominic decherf Wuon Oyoo @papaoyoo When counting my blessings ,I count you 7 times . You are my HERO ,MY ORIGINE , THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR ME AND THE KIDS.not forgetting the many trips you made with me to childrens court🙏 fighting over a child that is not yours 🤦DOMINIC WHO ARE YOU AGAIN? Help me wish Papa OYOO HAPPY BIRTHDAY And I wouod like to award one of my fans sharing birthday with Papa Oyoo Drop your birthday month and date and tag @rarainthekitchen

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After their 3 years of marriage, Cardi B has filed for divorce from her husband and fellow hip-hop star Offset, according to court records.

The couple, who married secretly in September 2017 and have a two-year old daughter named Kulture.

Court records obtained shows that Cardi B is seeking custody of their daughter Kulture and child support from Offset. Cardi B filed for divorce on Tuesday in Georgia, where the couple have been living and also the home state of Kiari Cephus majorly known as Offset.

Cardi B and daughter Kulture. Photo Courtesy

The couple had already been through a well-publicized rough patch that resulted in her announcing their break-up almost two years ago where Cardi B talked of it in an Instagram video in December 2018. “We got a lot of love for each other but things just haven’t been working out between us for a long time. It’s just like, I guess we just grew out of love, but we’re not together anymore,” she said in the Instagram video.

Offset then asked for forgiveness on-stage in front of a crowd at her Rolling Loud concert, though it was not well received by Cardi B’s fans.

Cardi B celebrated their 2nd wedding anniversary with a post on Intagram page, alongside a picture of the two of them together with the caption, “We keep learning and growing. That’s what marriage about.”

Cardi B, is known for hits include WAP, Bodak Yellow and I Like It. Offset on the other hand is a member of the Migos Band.

The Natural Hair Community is steadily growing around the world. Carrying the load of this movement are the natural hair influencers who keep us informed about the best products, tips and tricks for styling and managing our natural hair.

As te tresses pundits showcase their natural hair journeys, they help make ours a lot less hard and a lot more manageable. For this reason, if you are looking for products to work for your hair or some doable hairstyles, here are 10 natural hair influencers from Kenya that certainly you need to follow.

1. Michelle Anyango (@itsangango)

Michelle creatively makes informative videos on her Instagram and Youtube Channel. Her Instagram feed is pure bliss. You should definitely follow her.

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Hi it's me your fave 😂😂😂 *TAG A FRIEND* Back with another matuta video . . Prior to doing the style my hair was straightened Products used wrap set mousse from @orshaircare from @supercosmetics.ke Kshs 650 Kinks softening Butter from @bantunaturalske Kshs 1000 Song natural woman by @rojaylew Video on my YouTube,link in bio #type4hair #4chair #braidout #matutas #fro #naturalista #teamnatural #kenyankinks #kinkycurly #naturalhaircommunity #myafricanhair #naturalhairdaily #kinkystrands #blackhairomg #mynaturalhairisdope #unconditionedroots #melanin #darksin

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2. Wangeci Ngare (@__wangeci___ngare)

Wangeci is a hair enthusiast and a professional make up artist as (@the_glam_kitchen.ke). if you need to know the perfect hair products for your 4C hair, you should definitely follow her. Her mane is goals and she showcases how she takes care of it on her Instagram.

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Not to brag, but this #stayathome thing seems to be working perfectly fine for me 🤪🤪…… _______________________________ #creativeminds#amarasmommy#wangechingare#stayhome#staysafe

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3. Sheila Ndinda (@sheilandinda)

Sheila showcases simple hair tutorials and products reviews on her Youtube Channel. She also has a salon (@spritzhairstudio) which is your one-stop hair salon for all things natural hairs. Sheila is also known for her tapered cuts which are absolutely adorable.

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How do you guys refresh or maintain your twist or bantu knot outs to last you for more than just one day ? Let's chat below 😊

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4. Tabitha Tongoi (@cravingyellow)

Tabitha Tongoi popularly known as Craving Yellow is a top natural hair blogger. She shares healthy hair regimen tips on her Instagram and her youtube channel.

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❤️☀️Celebrate wherever you are in life. It's either a product of your growth or a space that will help you grow. Keep changing. Keep growing. Keep asking. Keep moving. Keep creating. Keep feeling. Keep loving. Keep dreaming. #cravingyellow #loveandsunshine #createalifeyoulove (Earrings from @afrofusion_earrings)

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5. Margie Muga (@justmargie_)

Wanna know how to properly take care of coloured natural hair, Margie is your to-go-to girl, periodt! Above all, Margie has vast knowledge when it comes to the best natural hair products.

6. Joan Miano (@justnimu)

JustNimu is most definitely the queen of protective styling. She makes the videos on her Instagram and youtube channel. On the whole, Nimu is experimental so you will have tons of fun watching her videos.

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Just passing by to say hello, see how you're doing and showing off my hair again. 😂😂😂⠀ Achieve this bomb passion twists using water wave braids from @naturalhairkenya⠀ ⠀ Full tutorial is up on my channel.⠀ https://buff.ly/2JxTkpN⠀ ⠀ #JustNimu #NaturalHair #HealthyHairJourney #passiontwists #protectivestyles

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7. Sharon Malonza (@mykenyanpuff)

Where my lazy natural sisters at? Sharon typically creates the easiest and quickest tutorials. Most noteworthy, her hair is super adorable.

8. Makanye (@hairbymakanye)

Makanye is a two times award-winning hairstylist. She creates a lot of videos on her Instagram and youtube showcasing a variety of options for protective styles

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Are we playing safe in 2020 ? 🤔 I think not😏 Hair details : fluffy kinky twists , five packs used , knee length . Braiding time 3 hours . Location @delmileniobeautyparlor

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9. Carol Tichie (@caroltichie)

If you want to learn how to crochet like a pro, I suggest you follow carol on her Instagram and subscribe to her youtube channel. She makes super simple videos that are easy to follow. With the quarantine situation, we are in, you definitely need to learn some crocheting skills.

10. Wanza (@itswanza)

As her Instagram bio reads, her hair is her canvas. She has cute and simple styles across her Instagram feed. Oh, did I mention, her wash and go style will leave you drooling over hair.

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Before it shrunk…😊 My hair takes the longest to dry and that doesn't hold me from leaving the house. I just find the right seat in the matatu 😂😂 next to a window. What do you do when your hair doesn't dry in time? . . . #teamnatural #natural #hair #curlyhair #protectivestyles #curls #healthyhair #naturalista #naturalhairdaily #afro #beauty #naturalhaircommunity #curlsaunaturel #locs #love #kinkyhair #myhaircrush #fashion #blackgirlsrock #dreads #kinkycurly #naturalhairjourney #naturalbeauty #naturalhairdoescare #protectivestyle #naturallyshesdope #silkpress #selfie #beautiful #melanin

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Do Check out Wrapped Nation for Head Wraps and nice hair Bonnets.

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Calm, smooth and easy to wrap. Our Kwee Wrap is back, a perfect Valentine's gift for the Babes 👯 . . . Styling Tip: Kwee wrap's patterns and prints allows you to rock bold/ stricking colored outfits and it's perfect for all occasions because the world is your runway, damn right it is 😎 _______________________________________________________ #wrappednation #wrapske #wrappednationheadwraps #headwraps #headwrapstyle #africanheadwraps #headwrapskenya #bowtiestyle #headwrapqueen #bossbabe #blackgirl #blackgirlmagic #valentinegifts #valentinespecial #valentines #shop #lovelanguages #love

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Working from home is great but it can be such a task for people who are used to working from the office. We have compiled a list of 10 things that you can practise that will make working from home more fun and effective.

STARTING YOUR DAY.

Get a good night sleep. Everyone requires quality sleep for perfect health and well-being. World Health Organisation recommends 8 hours for adults as a good writemyessay baseline. Wake up early and take a bath. Working from home does not mean you have to break the cycle of hygiene. Make yourself some breakfast and set the day going.

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How y’all should sleep tonight knowing your secrets are safe with me 👀

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GET DRESSED.

I always say this, if you wouldn’t go to work in it,  how can you expect to work in it. You can’t work while in clothes that remind your brain that you are in sleep mode. By getting dressed, I don’t mean throwing on a full suit. A pair of jeans and a t-shirt or any top that you feel is appropriate to work in.  This kicks your brain into gear and makes you feel like you are ready to hit the day.

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CREATE YOUR WORKSPACE

Creating a designated corner/spot for work or study is very important. If possible, work from a table and a comfortable chair that offers you good support. Somewhere close enough electrical outlets, adequate lighting and ample space to spread your thoughts and feelings. Even if you are working with limited space, a little corner is all you need to mentally zone your space into a work zone.

WRITE A TO-DO LIST.

Working without a to-do list can be challenging. You will more often than not find yourself forgetting to do some tasks that you are supposed to do. Writing down a to-do list will have and ticking down every task that you’ve accomplished will ensure that all your tasks/work is completed.

SET UP WORKING HOURS

Set time for each and everything that you are supposed to do. This will help you not get extremely worn to. Working on one thing for long hours can make you feel worn out. Switching up your tasks now and then will help you work for longer without feeling unmotivated.

STICK TO REGULAR MEAL TIMES

This will help you not overeat or skip meals. Be mindful when snacking. Do not overindulge but also do not overstrain yourself. Snack in moderation.

REMOVE YOUR DISTRACTIONS

When we’re working from home, it’s not a surprise it’s almost impossible not to get distracted.  Some of the most common distractions are social media, clutter, unwashed dishes etc. We can never remove 100% of our work from home distractions. After all, we are working from home, however, we can reduce that list significantly. If social media is your problem, put your phone on silent mode. If its household mess and chores schedule in time to clear your space.

TAKE PRODUCTIVE BREAKS

You do it at work, although you pretend you don’t. Taking breaks refreshes the mind, and helps you become more creative.

Set a rough schedule for yourself and stick notifications on your phone to remind you. You can also write it in your to-do list to take breaks at certain times of the day.

Above all, even if you’re not hungry or would rather keep working, these breaks act as a switch in your mind to take a break. Your brain simply can not keep working for hours straight, give it a rest and give your body some fuel.

CONNECT WITH OTHERS

Whatever your situation in, connecting with other people is necessary for your wellbeing. If you’re unable to meet in person,( due to the CORONA Pandemic)  keeping contact via phone call, Skype or Zoom is still a great way to keep relationships going and share and keep each other motivated.

Schedule in these calls while you’re not in ‘work-mode’, that way, if you’re left distracted you can simply relax after the call.

ENDING YOUR DAY

Making sure that you’re able to stop work at a certain point and have leisure time is super important. Take that time at the end of the day to unwind with some Netflix. You can also catch up with your favourite YouTuber while sipping on some wine. Exercising can also be a good option to end your day.
I love to curl up on my couch with some food and watch some Netflix. I am currently enjoying “Never Have I Ever” you should check it out.

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This is my unimpressed face. I actually can’t believe I’ve sat in so much traffic this week 🥵🤬 Lagos is a hot mess right now 😡😡 jeans : @qosny.lagos shoes : @balenciaga #OOTD

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