Author: Frieda Mukufa (Frieda Mukufa )

I know many think we have exhausted the conversations around gender-based violence, yet, nothing seems to be solving the issue at hand, especially in Namibia, and mostly, the northern regions of the country.

Recently, I came across a video on Twitter where a lady was narrating how she did not know she was pregnant until the day she went to the doctor because of severe abdominal pains.

I know we all want our coochie skin to look like the Fenty model’s face. But let’s face it, not everyone’s vagina has close to perfect skin. I am sure that every other woman reading this knows what I am talking about – pimples on your vagina. Let me rephrase – ordinarily normal pimples. So, what causes these? 

Even when the number is not high, I am sure there are women who have had a terrible reaction after sex and just did not understand why.

Have you ever wondered why you miss your periods sometimes while you know you aren’t pregnant? Have you ever gotten a pregnancy scare, knowing very well you have been in “drought” the whole time? Well, not a lot of people know this, but you might be suffering from a condition called Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). 

For many years, women have been subjected to being called sluts or whores for using contraceptives. 

Today’s topic is rather sensitive, but it needs attention because not a lot of people know about it. 

 I think I should just call my column ‘Taxi Chronicles with Frieda’ because the many times I have come across conversations on women from men in taxis is beyond me at this point. 

I was seated in the back of a taxi, sandwiched by two guys. With my headsets on, they probably thought I couldn’t hear or that I don’t understand Oshiwambo. One was narrating his sex story from the previous night with some girl they both clearly know.

I’ve had people ask me to write on acne and its awareness. I have never battled with acne. However, it does not mean I don’t have an idea of the difficulties and emotional damage it does, because I have friends who did. Although acne is regarded as a cosmetic issue, it can affect your life in real ways.