The daily networks
I believe we all have many, uncountable different networks we move through every day in our lives and this is because we are human. I will reflect on the networks that I come through every day.

Let me start with my core, kinship network which is my family. this network is a basic or primary network to me and serves various functions. it provides a framework of social support, including emotional support and assistance during times of need. As this is a primary network, I am in a way obligated to this network, because we are related therefore we come a long way. this is a long-term network.

My friendship network. this is my social structure formed on shared interests and hobbies. there are many things we share here few of them are pieces of advice and perspectives because sometimes someone's perspective is needed. also, recommendations to help each other navigate life's challenges and ideas. also practical support like helping each other with tasks, could be helping me for example moving things like furniture.

Reflecting on the networks I move through every day, I wouldn't leave the part of a network where I have to come to class and meet  Ms Kile Nkani. On this network, Ms Nkani as a lecturer is providing me with knowledge about SANL. what I exchange through this is that as I am coming to class to to collect knowledge from her, she is also coming to class to give it to me in return of the salary she is getting for sharing knowledge with us. this network involves reciprocity. it is a short network, because it is Non-kinship, so I would wake up and decide that I don't want the knowledge. I am not obligated in a very long run.

I have this belief that everyone we meet and talk to forms part of our networks. for example, when i go to the shops and get to greet a cashier serving me I think a network is formed there. the exchange is that I am coming with money and he/she is giving me food. there is a mutual benefit after all. and reciprocity. It is also a very short network because after I went out there is a possibility I might never see him/her again.