Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas to Buy From the Comfort of Your Couch

Its only a few days to Christmas and woe to those who have yet to buy any gifts for their loved ones; you don’t want their silent wrath upon you. But don’t worry, Lifestyle Kenya is here to save you ass. If you are still torn on what to buy, we have provided a few ideas below. There are ideas for a guy, a chic, your kids and even your grandma. And the best part of it all, you don’t have to rush to the crowded supermarkets. All products are available on sites such as Jumia, Mimi, Rupu and Shopit. … Continue reading Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas to Buy From the Comfort of Your Couch

Binge Drinking In Campuses; Innocent Fun or a Serious Health Risk?

I think one thing we should be really glad for in Kenya is the fact that most of our youths in colleges don’t drive. If that were not the case then we would most probably be tallying up statistics about the number of annual car accidents caused by alcohol consumption. In the US, 32 percent of all fatal accidents involved drunk persons between the ages of 21-25. Use of alcohol in teenagers causes 4,700 deaths every year which is more than the number caused by all illegal drugs combined. 1,800 college students die every year due to alcohol use, 600,000 … Continue reading Binge Drinking In Campuses; Innocent Fun or a Serious Health Risk?

Classy Christmas Dress Fashion Ideas (All items locally available online)

Christmas is here and that means everyone coming together starting from the grandparents to the toddlers. A word of warning to the ladies; this is not the time to show off your tasty but wild fashion choices! Rather, opt for a more traditional look. Below are a few ideas taken from various online stores in Kenya. You can find out more about the dresses by clicking the link. The dresses are chosen for their ability to combine a classy approach with a traditional approach. Prices range from 1,000 to 5,000. Red Floral Lace Skater Dress Available at Style Connection. Price: 4,000 Christmas is … Continue reading Classy Christmas Dress Fashion Ideas (All items locally available online)

8 Ways Secondary Schools Are Dooming Our Youths (and Country)

What aspects of your secondary school life did you love most? A majority of you, I’m sure will give answers that can be counted on one hand if not one finger. Whenever you hear someone relieve their experiences in the first 4 of the 8-4-4 system, it is usually to talk about the harsh discipline measures, poor nutrition, horrible sleeping conditions and generally a prison-like school environment. A close friend of mine often recounts to me, with seething anger, how dictatorial (or rather ridiculously stupid) their high school headmistress was. In the space of time that my friend was in … Continue reading 8 Ways Secondary Schools Are Dooming Our Youths (and Country)

Porini Rhino Camp: Wild Luxury in Solitude

Originally posted on Kenya Travel Marketing:
If there is a place to capture the essence of the phrase “Wild Perfection”the sprawling plains of Nanyuki is the one. And in the midst of it all is the traveler’s jewel, the Porini Rhino Camp. Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Aberdare Ranges with the towering Mount Kenya also in sight, it is truly an appeal hard to resist. Located in Ole Pejeta Wildlife conservancy, Porini Rhino Camp combines over the top customer service with a wild, natural experience you will never forget. The Best Experience to Look Forward to: An up… Continue reading Porini Rhino Camp: Wild Luxury in Solitude

Girls, are you Wearing the Right Panties? Your Health Depends on it

The choice of underpants is certainly not the most comfortable topic for public discussion. The benefits of knowing how what you wear affects you however supersede any awkwardness that may be experienced. For most girls, the only thought that goes into choosing what panties to wear is how sexy the  underpants are. The only exception occurs at that time of the month when they have to endured ‘mothers union’ for several days. A bit more than style should be considered when choosing what panty to wear. Aspects such as material and shape matter a lot. Consider the situation The key … Continue reading Girls, are you Wearing the Right Panties? Your Health Depends on it

Love Matters: Can Long Distance Relationships Last?

‘Absence makes the heart grow fonder’ is a good consolation for those who are far away from their sweethearts. This may be true the first few weeks that you are away from each other but as time progresses, will your heart still yearn for him/her or will new lures beckon? Can a long distance relationship stand the test of time and distance and is it right for every couple? Read on to find out. I remember when I was away from my Girlfriend for five months; it was literally hell. At first I thought that I couldn’t miss her that … Continue reading Love Matters: Can Long Distance Relationships Last?

Eye care: Why Eating Carrots to Improve Your Perfect Eyesight is Just But a Myth

Most of us have grown up with the belief that eating a lot of carrots will improve our eye sight. This myth was mostly perpetuated by our teachers and parents who probably had learned it from the previous generation. The true origin of this myth however, traces back to World War II when the British Royal Air force reported that a certain fighter pilot who went by the nickname Cats’ Eyes, had developed an excellent night vision flying ability due to a steady diet of carrots. Thus the carrot growing and eating craze started. The story was later found to … Continue reading Eye care: Why Eating Carrots to Improve Your Perfect Eyesight is Just But a Myth

A New Killer is in Town and It Isn’t HIV or Malaria

For most of my childhood I lived in a village a short distance from Thika town. During those years, I remember the only deaths being those associated with old age; not even accidents or murders attributed to any mortalities in our village. Fast forward to today and though I have moved away from my parents’ home, I get death reports every one or two months. What’s even more surprising is the fact that most of the victims are young and their deaths were total surprises. A common trend All these recent deaths have one common factor; depression. This is why … Continue reading A New Killer is in Town and It Isn’t HIV or Malaria

How to Manage Being a Stay at Home Dad

Times are changing fast and what was unheard of a few years back is now becoming the norm. Whether it is because of health, finances, family or choice, many men are opting to become stay at home dads. This is a drastic change from the days when almost every mother was a stay at home mom while the husband was the main breadwinner. Being a stay at home dad means that you will have to leave your job, shoulder more housework, take care of the kids and stay at home most of the time. It however does not mean that … Continue reading How to Manage Being a Stay at Home Dad