Pale Blue Dot: We are, Mostly, Nothing.
For 2025, I made the decision to spend little to no time on social media. Making that decision brought me the awareness that I spend nearly no time on social media. I came to the realisation that I actually only use social media to post about my businesses and professional milestones; after which I log off. With that realisation also came time–a lot of time to spend with me. I spent most of my winterbreak reflecting, and writing. In reflecting, I arrived at a rather particular thought; one that I see to always return to: We are, Mostly, Nothing.
The Power of Conscientiousness: Reflections on a Keynote by H.E. President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera
When I graduated with my masterโs degree in October 2024, one particular moment stayed with meโa call to action from H.E. President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, that challenged my perspective on what it means to truly engage with the world around me. Standing before us, he spoke not of grades or accolades but of a skill he believed was sorely lacking: conscientiousness.
You Canโt Pour from an Empty Cup: Rethinking How We Drive Change in Africa
Iโve had the privilege of crossing paths with some of the most passionate and driven individuals across Africa. Teachers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who, against all odds, feel called to uplift their communities. Their stories inspire me deeply, but Iโve come to recognize a recurring pattern โ one that I feel compelled to talk about.
