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Kicking off the new year with a fresh perspective! In this video, I'm sharing my top podcast recommendations to help you stay motivated and focused on your goals in 2025. From entrepreneurship and marketing to personal growth and development, these podcasts are sure to inspire and educate. Watch now and let me know in the comments: what are your favorite podcasts for staying motivated and inspired? #podcastrecommendations #goalsetting #motivation #personalgrowth #nicolejamu #purpose #impact #power #media #zimmedia #tvpersonality #radiopersonality

From scenic countryside to bustling cityscapes, every journey adds a chapter to the story of you. 👣 What's the furthest you have travelled from your place of birth? Any travel and tour plans this coming year..., health, finances, time and God willing? Share your stories with us.. 🛍 Happy New Year www.heritageandflair.com #Travel #Tourism #AfricanTravel #AfricanTourism #Afrika #Africa #Exposure #Resolutions #NewYear #HiddenGems

Happy New Year As we begin 2025, we’re reflecting on how Teakisi continues to support and empower women in our community. Our latest blog post, 'From Skills to Success: How Teakisi Is Empowering Women to Thrive', highlights the impact of our work in helping women develop skills and build pathways to success. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/edbQ85BC Wishing you all a year filled with growth, opportunity, and progress. ... #Blog #EmpoweringWomen #BuildingCommunities #SkillsBuilding #Workshops #SocialJustice #Inequalities #Wellbeing #Skills #Community

As we step into a new year, lets continue to celebrate the culture, heritage and flair that unites us all. We look forward to continuing our journey of storytelling, honouring tradition, and embracing the shared experiences that shape our shared future. May this year bring inspiration, joy, and countless opportunities to create, connect, and thrive. Thank you for being a part of our community—here's to a vibrant and meaningful 2025 together! www.heritageandflair.com #HappyNewYear #NewYear #2025 #GlobalCommunity #storytelling #Culture #tradition #heritageandflair

Review of Dune: Prophecy An HBO sci-fi series set in Frank Herbert‘s Dune universe, a prequel to the Denis Villeneuve films; Dune Part: One & Dune: Part Two chronicling the fabled sisterhood sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit. Dune Prophecy has been renewed for a second season The Good | The Bad | The Ugly https://lnkd.in/dRCAtND9 #DuneProphecy 

It’s been a joy celebrating the richness of our Heritage and Flair with you. May this holiday season bring warmth to your hearts, joy to your homes and inspiration for the year ahead. Here's to cherishing our traditions, embracing our uniqueness and crafting new memories together. Thank you for being part of our story. We look forward to sharing even more with you in the coming year! Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year! 🎉🎉 Merry Christmas to those who celebrate. 🎄🎄 #FestiveSpirit #HolidayGreetings #SeasonGreetings #KedesembaBoss #Stortelling #Storytellers #Family #Community #GlobalCommunity

Awaiting Christmas

On Tuesday, December 10th, I successfully completed SIVIO Institute's 10-month program on Building a Concerted Movement of Women and Youth in Zimbabwe Incubation Hub. The program focused on three key areas: 1. Incubation: Building effective and sustainable advocacy and activist platforms. 2. Training: Advocacy and civic engagement. 3. Dialogues: Discussing what should be done, including how to surface opportunities for collective action and how to engage with power. As an Academic Freedom Advocacy Writer and an Information, Research, and Publicity Officer for a Private Voluntary Organization, one of the key things I learned from this initiative with SIVIO Institute is the importance of inclusive research and policymaking. Involving the communities and stakeholders you are advocating for is crucial to bringing about change. While online research is important, community engagement and feedback are essential in structuring your advocacy policy. Even feedback from the least prominent members of the community is valuable. The relationships and networks I have built through this initiative with other like-minded advocates and activists will greatly enhance my efforts in Academic Freedom and Advocacy. I look forward to a continued relationship with SIVIO Institute. Tendai Murisa Eddah Jowah Matron Mandy Jacob Ashlee Nhliziyo Karen Manzera Evans Dakwa Juliet Mukoki Makanaka Mavesere Tatenda Unika Kombora

Publishing Project In my previous work with African Writers Trust and Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/Uganda German Cultural Society (UGCS), I worked with graphic designers on multiple projects. I always knew the wow factor when I saw various designs from commissioned work. I did not know the work that went into designing the artwork until I started the publishing project module. The module required me to learn how to work with Adobe Creative cloud which I had never in my life worked with. It was challenging. We had two assignments during this course module but I will focus on my final project. I chose to do a 16 double-spread page editorial where I created a lifestyle magazine. I was drawn to magazines from my salon visits when I was younger in Uganda-Bride and Groom, Flair Magazine were staples in the salons I visited. I dreamt of working with a magazine as a contributor or editor. (I still harbour the dream). I created Nkwanzi which in Runyoro, my mother tongue means pearls-a name that I love. I determined that Nkwanzi would capture topics I would write about: books, small business owners, artists, art and culture generally. I reached out to Charlene Komuntale and asked for permission to use her images from the ‘Not Fragile Series’ exhibition. She agreed and got me a consent letter. Permission is a key concept in the class. I also sought permission from Joshua Nasasira and Barbra Emolot as I was creating articles around them. Josh, as we call him, has shot many amazing images of me and Barbra runs a bag business that I support 100%. (I own many Emolot bags). This class was difficult. In the beginning, I wanted to weep because everything was new, it demanded that I get out of my comfort zone. Our lecturer Staci Rowlison encouraged us to come in after class hours and work with the software. I DID IT with a few friends and it WORKED! I could finally remember what icon did what when designing my final project.😂 I was proud when I finally submitted my assignment. STILL PROUD OF IT. I DID THAT! Take a peak👇🏿👇🏿 NB: I am not taking on any design jobs soon but I know classmates that ARE KILLING THE DESIGN GAME and I would highly recommend them. (DM me for names😅)

The AI Age: Can Human Journalism Survive? In today's digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we consume information. AI-generated content, from news articles to social media posts, is becoming increasingly prevalent. But as AI takes on a more prominent role in the media landscape, one question remains: can human journalism survive in the AI age? AI-generated content, also known as automated journalism, uses natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning algorithms to generate news articles, reports, and other types of content. While automated journalism has its benefits, such as increased efficiency and reduced costs, it also raises concerns about the authenticity and credibility of the information. AI-generated content lacks the nuance, empathy, and critical thinking that human journalists bring to the table. It can provide factual information, but it often fails to provide context, analysis, and insight. Moreover, AI-generated content can perpetuate biases and inaccuracies if it's trained on flawed data. Human journalism is essential in the AI age. Human journalists can provide eyewitness accounts, conduct interviews, and provide real-time updates that AI-generated content cannot match. They can also ask tough questions, challenge assumptions, and hold those in power accountable. Human journalists bring a level of depth, complexity, and emotional resonance to their stories that AI-generated content often lacks. In order to thrive in the AI age, human journalists will need to adapt and evolve. This may involve using AI-powered tools to help with research, writing, and distribution. AI can also help journalists identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in large datasets, leading to new insights and discoveries. By combining the strengths of human journalism with the efficiency of AI-powered tools, journalists can create high-quality, engaging content that resonates with audiences. Ultimately, the future of journalism depends on striking a balance between human insight and AI-driven efficiency. While AI-generated content has its benefits, it is no substitute for the nuance, empathy, and critical thinking that human journalists bring to the table. By embracing a hybrid approach that combines the best of both worlds, journalists can ensure that their profession remains vibrant and essential in the AI age.