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Being One of the First on Nakupenda:

My Early Experience
When I got the invite to join Nakupenda’s early test run, I felt a mix of excitement and curiosity.
A new social media platform? A fresh start? A chance to be part of something before the rest of the world even knows about it?
Of course, I said yes.
Logging into Nakupenda for the first time felt different.
There weren’t millions of users yet. No overwhelming noise. Just a small, growing group of people excited to build something new — something better.
At this stage, every post, every comment, and every connection feels personal.
We’re not just users — we’re pioneers.
We’re helping shape what Nakupenda will become.
It’s been amazing to watch the first sparks of community take shape. People supporting each other. Creators showing up authentically. Conversations that aren’t just about going viral — but about being real.
Of course, things aren’t perfect yet — it’s a brand new platform after all.
But that’s part of the magic: we’re growing with Nakupenda, not just watching from the sidelines.
Being an early tester reminds me why I fell in love with social media in the first place: connection, creativity, and community — before the noise and algorithms take over.
If this is just the beginning, I can’t wait to see where Nakupenda goes next.
And I’m proud to say: I was here from the start.

#knowledge
#testing
#earlybirds
#gbemiking

Nakupenda is telling an African story of love

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmjKUDo7gSQ

Be Patient
*DON'T DRAG THE TRAY!*

*A man was sent to the annual national convention of his professional body by his company.*

*The convention was a congregation of about 10,000 people.*

*During one of the days at the convention, it was time for lunch and people were being served.*

*This man saw that they were serving people beside him left & right but they were not serving him and the people on his row.*

*He shouted at the ladies serving and they told him to keep calm that there is enough food for everyone & that it will soon get to his turn.*

*He watched angrily as they passed the tray containing plates of soup and amala before him again twice without serving him.*

*When he saw another lady carrying the tray, he stood up angrily & dragged the tray of ewedu soup to take his food by force.*

*Suddenly, the whole tray containing about 6 plates of soup landed on his head as he dragged the tray from the lady's hands.*

*His white cloth was stained, soiled and spoilt. Pepper got into his eyes and he was shouting, 'my eyes oo, somebody help me, my eyes oo, pepper in my eyes oo.' Suddenly, he was called to the high table because his company had penciled him down as their resource person for the conversation, following the fact that their much awaited person didn't turn up.*

*People around him had to drag him out as he could not open his eyes because of the pepper that was still in his eyes. It was a complete show of shame & a reward of impatience.*

*Dear reader, many of us are like this man; we feel others are already 'eating' success, breakthroughs, fame, popularity, academic excellence, accomplishments and we are yet to be served our own 'food' and we are being tempted to 'drag the tray' and take our own food by force.*

*Friends, I know waiting ****** is not an easy ******. Atimes we feel our friends have left us behind. Many that we started as single ladies together are now married with children & here we are, still single and no ray of proposal, talk less of marriage.*

*Some of us, many of our friends that we got married the same year are through with child bearing and here we are, no miscarriage once, talk less of giving birth, and we feel like 'dragging the tray.'*

*At times, many of us feel that many of our friends that we started work together have left us behind as we see their career blossoming, we feel the only way we can also see our careers validated is to 'drag the tray.'*

*Friends, be encouraged! The one serving this 'food' of marriage, success, promotion, career breakthrough is not a man. HE is GOD, your Maker!*

*HE has your own plate of 'food' in HIS tray. At the appointed time, HE will serve you & when you will be eating your own food, those who have eaten before you will watch your mouth as you 'eat' with pleasure.*

*Don't 'drag the tray.' Don't take short cut. If you get the 'miracle' by 'dragging the tray' you will end up in ridicule as you will later be dragged out in shame as the 'pepper' in your eyes will make the end of your 'miracle' a show of shame.*

*If you are waiting on man, hmmm it's well with You. But if you are waiting on GOD, your waiting ****** is not a wasted ******!*

*As We continue this Year, Please Wait on GOD. Your 'food' is closer to you than you think.*

*THIS YEAR IS FILLED WITH YOUR THANKSGIVING, TESTIMONIES, GRATITUDE, CONGRATULATIONS, AND PRAISES TO THE ALMIGHTY GOD*

*Therefore:*

*Don't Drag The Tray!*
DO HAVE A PLEASANT WEEK AHEAD.

*PHONE IN CHURCH?*

I just watched the above video from a church where the usher collects members' phones during the service, perhaps those scrolling through social media, and hand them a Bible instead. They get their phones back after the service.

At first, it feels radical… but maybe that's exactly what we need in these Churches where their pastors are afraid to speak the truth because they don't want to lose members.

If we don’t intentionally guard the sacredness of our worship spaces, we’ll lose the reverence that makes them holy. This church took a bold step, and honestly? I think they got it right.

What do you think? Too extreme or right on time?
#Ngo_123 #grace

"When did you start putting on makeup?" Chisom asked, watching her roommate struggle to apply mascara.

"Lately," Danielle replied, still focused on the mirror.

"I don't know what this is, but you have to stop it," Chisom said, getting out of bed. She slipped into her fluffy pink slippers and walked into the bathroom.

"Are you jealous of me?" Danielle shouted after her.

Chisom burst into laughter.

A few minutes later, she came out, wiping her face with a towel. Standing akimbo, she looked at her roommate, who now resembled a runaway clown.

"Why would I be jealous of you?"

"Then why are you opposing my choice of appearance?" Danielle asked, trying to fix her hair.

"You're changing yourself to fit into that flashy group you joined last week. You're trying to please them, but you're displeasing yourself. In the end, you'll only confuse yourself," Chisom said, climbing back into bed.

Danielle pouted, silently reflecting on what Chisom had just said.

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Have you ever found yourself doing things you normally wouldn’t, just to fit in or impress others?

Maybe you’ve compromised your values or changed your appearance — not because you wanted to, but because you were afraid of being left out.

Here’s the truth:

People-pleasers often try to satisfy everyone but end up pleasing no one. The people you're trying so hard to impress may never be satisfied — and worse, they might even see you as fake. At the end of the day, you lose yourself.

So don't live to please people.

Be true to yourself. That’s where real confidence lies.

© Juliet Chinenyenwa Alex

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I went to Jeremy's school yesterday. I went and parked in front of the school.

It was the same spot I parked on Tuesday when I came to look for him.

When the school had closed, I stepped down from the car, I was anxiously watching to see Jeremy walk out of the gate. I waited for a while and suddenly, I saw him amongst a group of friends strolling out.

One of his friends tapped him on his back and pointed to me. Jeremy screamed in excitement.

"Daddy..."

And ran to me. He embraced me warmly. His friends came to say hello to me. I greeted each of them, brought out some change, and gave to them to buy something for themselves on their way home.

They were so happy.

Jeremy looked at me.

"You came to pick me up?"

"Yes. I did."

He grinned in excitement and waved at his friends.

"Bye, everyone. See you tomorrow."

And he entered the car.

While we were driving I noticed a finger mark on Jeremy's cheek. It was like a cut. It had the shape of a fingernail.

"Who gave you this cut on your face, Jeremy?"

He touched it with his hands.

"My mum. She slapped me this morning."

"Why?"

He looked at me and turned his gaze back to the road.

"My mum insists that I should take the public bus to school from now on. She doesn't want me to follow you anymore."

"Why?"

"I do not know."

"Before now, did she know I dropped you off at school?"

"Sometimes. I told her."

"And she is not happy I do that?"

He nodded his head and turned to look at the road.

"I came by at your house today and heard her shouting at you. I am sorry I could not intervene. I was scared it would make things worse for you."

He was speechless.

While driving past Kilimanjaro, an eatery at the old airport, he kept staring at the place. I saw his face and knew he'd want to go in. So I took a turn into the building.

I told him to come down so we could buy some snacks together.

He smiled.

We walked in, picked some snacks and ice cream and both walked out.

While we were driving home, Jeremy said to me.

"Thank you, Dad. My friends have told me about about how they visited this place. Today I visited it too and will tell them the story. Tomorrow they'll also be telling me how rich my dad is because of the money you gave them today."

I laughed.

I dropped off Jeremy at home and drove back to work.

This morning I waited until 7:15 and when I didn't see Jeremy come to my house as he usually does, I drove off to work. I knew he had taken the bus just like his mother instructed.

I am at work now, and considering the second option.

I want to meet Jeremy's mum tonight. I am not evil. I am just a young man who loves her son as much as she does.

That's all.

My name is #Chibuzo Eze and I am the best at what I do.
#Discipline
#nakupenda

Getting Money Is One Thing… But Knowing How to Manage It? That’s the Real Power.

Getting Money is Easy… Keeping It? That’s Where the Game Is.

You don’t need millions to grow wealthy — you need discipline, direction, and a plan.

Here are 10 no-nonsense money management tips to help you stop going broke even when you're earning:

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1. Pay Yourself First
Before you touch that paycheck, save at least 10%. Your future self will thank you.

2. Track Every Shilling
Know where your money is going. Budget apps or a simple notebook can expose your silent money leaks.

3. Cut Emotional Spending
Buying things just to “feel good” will leave your account feeling empty. Control the impulse.

4. Live Below Your Means
Just because you can afford it doesn’t mean you should. Peace of mind > flexing.

5. Build an Emergency Fund
Start with KSh 10,000. Life happens — don’t let one crisis wipe you out.

6. Set Money Goals
Saving for nothing leads to spending on everything. Save with purpose: land, car, business, etc.

7. Invest Wisely
Don’t let your money sleep in the bank forever. Learn to invest — even if it’s small. It grows.

8. Avoid Bad Debt
Borrowing for lifestyle, not investment, is a trap. Know the difference.

9. Set Clear Financial Goals
Saving without a goal is boring. Whether it’s a business, plot, or trip — give your money a mission.

10. Learn About Money
Read books, watch YouTube, follow finance creators. Money grows when knowledge does.

11. Invest Consistently
Don’t wait for millions. Start small — money working for you beats money just sitting.

#nakupenda #Utom58 #De_NextVerYou #MONEY

Believe this video at your own risk. Watch till the end to understand why. #Ngo_123 #grace

She was just a cleaner trying to get to work. One splash of mud changed all her life! The rich woman behind the wheel had no idea – someone powerful was watching...
The city woke in silence, cloaked in early mist and leftover rain. Streetlights blinked against the morning haze, and the air still carried the chill of night. Along Crownville Avenue, a young woman moved with quiet purpose. She wasn’t in a rush, but her pace was steady—like someone used to walking the long road.
Her uniform was clean, her shoes worn from use. A small bag hung from her shoulder, packed with her breakfast and cleaning gloves. No makeup, no umbrella, no shield from what life might bring that day.
At the next corner, a sleek white SUV waited for the light. Its engine hummed with soft power. Inside sat a well-dressed woman in large sunglasses, sipping something green from a straw and scrolling her phone.
And then—
A splash.
A sharp burst of water from a puddle.
And the young woman stopped, soaked from head to toe.
There was no time to react.
The SUV rolled past, slowing just enough for a voice to call out from the window—cheerful, distant, maybe even amused. Then it sped off, disappearing into the traffic like nothing had happened.
She stood still for a moment. No screams. No anger. She just adjusted her bag, blinked a few times, and kept walking.
But someone else saw.
From across the street, a dark sedan sat quietly. Behind its tinted windows, a man watched the entire moment unfold. His eyes followed the woman, then shifted to the SUV fading into the distance.
He didn’t smile.
He didn’t speak.
But his fingers tapped the steering wheel once—then again.
He picked up his phone.
“Can you find out who she is?” he asked, voice calm but firm. “The girl who just got splashed.”
A short pause.
“Yes, sir,” came the reply.
The line clicked off.
The young woman never looked back. She didn’t know anyone had noticed. She didn’t know her morning had been quietly recorded in someone else’s mind—and that her quiet resilience had just shifted something unexpected.
Because sometimes, the smallest moments leave the biggest impressions.
And not all acts of kindness are random.
Sometimes, someone sees more than we think.
And sometimes, it all begins with a splash.....
#DISCIPLINE
#NAKUPENDA

#waskydone, #spreadthelove, #TeamB

The Parable of the Ten Virgins is found in Matthew 25:1–13. Jesus tells this parable to emphasize the importance of being prepared for His return. The lessons from this parable are;

1. Be Prepared at All Times

Five wise virgins took extra oil, representing readiness.

Five foolish virgins did not, symbolizing neglect.

The wise could not share their oil with the foolish.

Lesson: Each person is responsible for their own condition. No one can rely on another’s efforts to achieve their goals.

2. Appearance Is Not Enough

All ten were virgins, all were invited, and all looked prepared at first.

Only the ones with oil were truly ready.

3. There Will Be a Time When It’s Too Late

The foolish virgins tried to prepare after the bridegroom arrived, but the door was shut.

Lesson: There is a time limit to respond to any call. After which anyother time will be too late.

4. True Readiness Requires Action, Not Just Waiting

The wise virgins actively brought extra oil.

Lesson: Readiness requires continuous effort.

Jesus ended the parable with the command: “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.”

Lesson: We must live daily with preparation and hard work in view, resisting complacency and slumber.

THINGS THAT MAKE A CHAT GROUP ACTIVE
Please watch till the end.
#Chinosky
#grace

*Life is a circle of* *CONTRIBUTIONS:*

*I* Contribute.
*You* Contribute.
*We* Contribute.
*They* Contribute
When any party ceases to Contribute, the circle will be broken and leakages will be discovered.

*Whatever you are enjoying today, is someone else's Contribution.*
Whatever you are lacking today, is because someone who supposed to Contribute didn't.

Don't be that person, who because he refuses to Contribute, causes leakages to the circle.
*Every person on earth is here to Contribute to make the world a better place.*

Contribution is the essence of living.
You can Contribute anything useful.
*You can Contribute in*
knowledge,
in understanding,
in wisdom,
in love,
in peace,
in resources, and
in finances.

*Also, you can Contribute*
physically,
spiritually,
intellectually,
financially,
morally etc.

When you Contribute, people will eat,
*when people Contribute, you will eat*.

*ASK YOURSELF*:
What is my Contribution in that place that I am?
*What have you Contributed to make progress?*
What is lacking as a result of your refusal to Contribute?
What is the way forward?

*The answer explains the scarcity or abundance in that place.*


*YOUR PRESENCE IS IRRELEVANT if you have nothing to Contribute.*

Even Nature Contribute.
- *CONTRIBUTION is the way to go*-
* In the *Mosque/Church,*
Contribute...
* In your workplace, where you earn your daily living, Contribute...
* In the school e.g. Old boys\girls.
* Contribute...
* In the *house,* Contribute...
* In the market, Contribute...
* In the *society*, Contribute...
* In the village, Contribute...
* In the community, Contribute...
* In the *family,* Contribute...
* In your street, Contribute...
* In your Fellowship or Association Contribute.
Wherever you find yourself, contribute for impact.
Everywhere, try to Contribute...


*WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING TO CONTRIBUTE:*
Contribute in love...
Instead of complaining,
Contribute.
Instead of destructive criticism,
Contribute.
Instead of being embittered,
Contribute.
Instead of watching,

Contribution is the right use of energy...
*Nobody destroys where he has contributed to build.*

THE WORLD WILL BE WORTH LIVING, IF EVERYONE CONTRIBUTES MEANINGFULLY.

*START CONTRIBUTING POSITIVELY NOW!!!*

Start making impact from today and may God bless us all.

Thank You!
Comr Eze Chibuzo Jonathan
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#Eze Chibuzo
#Discipline
#nakupenda