Tag: public speaking
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Pageantry: A Starter Pack for Adulthood – Miss Namibia
Pageantry as a Launchpad, Not Just a Beauty Contest When people think of pageantry, they often picture glitzy gowns and televised interviews. Yet for many contestants, including those in Miss Namibia, the journey is about much more than aesthetics. It’s a holistic development program that equips young women with practical life skills, professional discipline, and…
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Pageantry as a Starter Pack for Adulthood: Lessons from Miss Namibia
Introduction: Pageantry Beyond Glitz When people hear the word pageantry, they often picture dazzling gowns and televised finals. Yet for many contestants, including those in the Miss Namibia Organisation, pageantry is a foundational experience that equips young women with real-world skills. Swartbooi’s perspective captures this sentiment: pageantry is more than appearances and interviews—it’s a starter…
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Grand Tycoon Makes Africa’s Visibility 50 List a Milestone for Nigerian Talent
Introduction: A landmark moment for Nigerian media and culture In a year that has already seen bold conversations about Africa’s global visibility, the list of Africa’s Visibility 50 Honourees for 2025 shines a spotlight on the continent’s diverse voices. Among the names celebrated is Grand Tycoon, the acclaimed journalist, poet, spoken word artist, and author…
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Kumail Nanjiani Returns to Stand-Up After 12 Years of Silence
Kumail Nanjiani Returns to Stand-Up After 12 Years of Silence Comedy fans woke to a surprising headline: Kumail Nanjiani is back on stage after more than a decade away from stand-up. The actor-writer who built a global following with sharp wit and an earnest, self-deprecating charm returned to the mic to share not just jokes,…
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Kumail Nanjiani Returns to Stand-Up After 12 Years: A Candid Comeback
Kumail Nanjiani’s Return: A Quiet Comeback After a Long Hiatus For comedians, the stage is a home you return to, but also a frontier you must relearn. Kumail Nanjiani stepped back from stand-up more than a decade ago to focus on acting, writing, and the larger stages of film and television. On his latest bill,…
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Barack Obama to Speak in Melbourne and Sydney
Introduction: A High-Profile Stop on the Global Speaking Trail Former U.S. president Barack Obama is set to hold two public appearances in Australia, with events planned in Melbourne and Sydney. The appearances illustrate how the post-presidential speaking circuit has evolved into a global platform for former leaders to share insights on governance, leadership, and policy.…
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Barack Obama in Australia: Melbourne & Sydney Events
Barack Obama’s Australian appearances spark a new wave of political interest The excitement around former U.S. president Barack Obama visiting Australia to speak in Melbourne and Sydney is more than a celebrity tour. It marks a notable moment in the ongoing trend of former presidents leveraging global platforms to influence public discourse. The two-city swing,…
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André Ventura’s Blunder: Confusion with Citizenship Event
Introduction Recently, a notable incident involving Portuguese politician André Ventura stirred conversation among the media and public alike. During a public event intended to celebrate citizenship and the contributions of the community, Ventura inadvertently confused the gathering with a light-hearted hamburger festival. This lapse not only drew the ire of journalists but also sparked a…