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How to Build Confidence Without Having It All Figured Out
Most of us aren’t lost we’re just living in a world that keeps changing faster than we can make sense of it. Somewhere along the way, many of us began to believe that confidence comes after clarity that you need a perfect plan, a stable income, or a clearly defined identity before you can feel secure in yourself. But the truth is, confidence is not the reward for having it all figured out. It is the quiet decision to keep showing up, even when you don’t. Social media has amplified the illusion of being “behind.” Every scroll introduces you to someone who seems to have achieved more, faster, and with…
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Beyond Basketball Launches in Sierra Leone with Focus on Youth, Basketball and Community Impact
On Wednesday, 6 May 2026, Beyond Basketball officially launched in Freetown, bringing together players, coaches, federation officials, educators, and supporters from across Sierra Leone’s basketball community. The initiative, founded by former Sierra Leone national player Oladipipo “Pipo” Robbin-Coker, aims to use basketball as a platform for youth development, mentorship, education, and community support. The launch event introduced the organisation’s long-term plans to improve access to the sport while creating opportunities for young people on and off the court. Held over the course of one hour and fifteen minutes, the programme combined formal presentations, stakeholder remarks, symbolic activities, and networking sessions that reflected both the growth of basketball in Sierra Leone and the…
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Narnia Kiddies Career Fair ‘26: Big Dreams, Bright Futures for Every Child
In a world where the future of work is evolving faster than ever, early exposure to career possibilities is no longer a luxury it is a necessity. The Kiddies Career Fair, held recently in Freetown, Sierra Leone, positioned itself as a bold response to this reality, creating a space where imagination meets opportunity and where children are encouraged to see themselves not just as learners, but as future professionals, innovators, and leaders. Unlike conventional career events that target university students or young adults, this fair deliberately focused on younger minds. The atmosphere was vibrant but purposeful: classrooms transformed into interactive booths, professionals stepping out of their formal roles to engage…
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Why Some Brilliant Ideas Die Quietly (And What They Still Teach You)
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Gen Z Isn’t Quitting Goals-They Are Redefining Ambition For Mental Health
Change is often described as the only constant phenomenon, and nowhere is this more evident than in how success and ambition are defined across generations. In the past, success was measured by how hard one hustled long hours, relentless pressure, and visible sacrifice were worn as badges of honour. As generations evolve and societal values shift, a new narrative is emerging. Today, Generation Z is rewriting the rules and reshaping what ambition truly means. Generation Z those born roughly between 1997 and 2012 is not abandoning ambition. Instead, they are redefining it. For this generation, goals are no longer just milestones on a ladder toward financial success or social status.…
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UNiTE to End Digital Violence Against Women & Girls: 2025 Action Guide
The goal to eradicate violence against women and girls is unquestionably worthy. Yet, the notion that 16 days of activism could be enough to curb such a deeply rooted issue invites honest reflection. Is 16 days truly necessary? The answer is yes! but only as a catalyst. The campaign is relevant for raising awareness, building solidarity, amplifying voices, and mobilizing political will. However, it is only a beginning, not a solution on its own. Digital violence against women and girls is widespread, evolving, and often devastating. Ending it requires far more than a moment it demands sustained action. According to research, as unsettling as it may be, violence in digital…
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FASHION
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WHAT MAKES A GOOD PARENT?
Finding out that one is about to be a parent is most times greeted with great happiness and excitement and in other times the parent is petrified or is in a state that makes Him or Her think they are unfit to be guardians of the world’s greatest treasure. Conception itself is a miracle where one sperm wins the race to fertilise a particular egg! It has been proven that no two people are the same even Identical twins have subtle differences in their genetic makeup that makes them uniquely them and hence special in their own right. Babies are by far the greatest treasures one that has been destined…
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ENTERTAINING LITTLE HEARTS
Our world has become very stressful with lots of things and people demanding for our attention and time. Amidst all this family members are left with few outlets to relax and have fun. It’s Imperative that we strive to find ways to unwind and relax as this will help increase our productivity levels. The nature of our jobs contradicts the very essence of healthy life-styles as adults are expected to work an average of 40 hours a week, taking up much of our day with little time left for housework, family time is somehow abandoned or very rare. This trend is replicated with our children as we are bent on…
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THE NEED FOR SOCIAL WORK IN SIERRA LEONE.
The need for social work in Sierra Leone. The social welfare of our people in Sierra Leone has been on a steady decline. The young people are frustrated with the lack of opportunities and the older generation are overburdened. One thing is clear, both groups are UNHAPPY. Ariana Diaries enjoys promoting habits that would develop into a healthy lifestyle. We are always looking for ways we can contribute to an improved holistic wellness in communities. As against the backdrop of the recently concluded celebrations we thought it fit to chat with someone who is trained to develop ways of working with people for better lives. Ms. Memuna Stevens is a…
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