Daily nation apr 15th 2015

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PARLIAMENT | Powerful committee that investigates corruption caught up in its own web of sleaze

Ababu’s PAC team sent home for graft Majority, minority leaders given seven days to nominate new oversight team

House adopts the Watchdog team led by ODM secretary- investigative report into corruption general accused of claims against team receiving bribes Full coverage on Pages 4-5

GARISSA ATTACK | Music tribute to victims of terrorist raid

First time in Kenya that watchdog has been disbanded over corruption claims

MORE INFO Public Accounts Committee Chairman Ababu Namwamba: He and four other members of his committee have been told to apologise to the rest of the House. The others are Cecily Mbarire, Ahmed Abass, Omondi Anyanga and James Bett.

Kaimenyi’s demand to headteachers opposed

BY NGARE KARIUKI

@cornellngare cnkariuki@ke.nationmedia.com

AND OUMA WANZALA

@Iwanzala owanzala@ke.nationmedia.com

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Youth attend a concert in remembrance of the 142 students who were killed in the Garissa University College terrorist attack two weeks ago. The concert was hosted at Uhuru Park’s Freedom Corner in Nairobi last evening. MPs held a special session in Parliament yesterday to discuss the attack. Related story on Page 3.

INDEX

News P. 2-11, 16, Back

Opinion P. 12-13

Letters P. 14

County News P. 17-26

he Teachers Service Commission was yesterday on a collision course with its parent ministry after it declared that the new regulations placing headteachers under the Education Cabinet secretary are unconstitutional.

However, the CS, Prof Jacob Kaimenyi, said the rules were here to stay and criticised a teachers’ union that on Monday gave him seven days to reverse his order.

Prof Kaimenyi said he would

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International P. 27-32

TSC chief executive Gabriel Lengoiboni Constitution gives all teacher management functions to Teachers Service Commission

Business P. 33-38

Education CS Jacob Kaimenyi We must ensure headteachers account for the resources that we allocate to schools Sport P. 55-59

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LEGAL DISPUTE | Teachers employer accuses CS of violating Constitution by ordering headteachers to report to him

Now TSC rejects Kaimenyi rules on hiring of principals CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

The proposed regulations are subject to review before publication in exercise of constitutional mandate” Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution chairman Charles Nyachae

not be held hostage by unions.

However, Mr Gabriel Lengoiboni, the TSC secretary, differed with the Cabinet secretary, saying the regulations contradicted the Constitution and laws that set up the commission.

He said the Constitution had given all the teacher management functions exclusively to the TSC. “These functions include the responsibility to assign teachers employed by the commission for service in any public school or institution; promote and transfer teachers; exercise disciplinary control of teachers and terminate their employment. Further, the TSC is mandated to advise the national government on matters relating to the teaching profession.”

Mr Lengoiboni said he had written to Prof Kaimenyi, the Attorney-General, the Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution and the Kenya Law Reform Commission, requesting an urgent meeting to resolve the issues raised by the CS’s new directives, which, among other things, give him the power to hire and fire headteachers of public schools.

“We are calling on all teachers, headteachers and principals and other stakeholders to be patient

as the commission engages the relevant arms of government to arrive at an amicable solution to the issues raised,” Mr Lengoiboni said in a statement to the Nation.

Earlier in the day, Prof Kaimenyi had said that all players in education had been involved in developing the regulations aimed at streamlining the sector and there would be no turning back.

The new rules require school heads be under direct control of the Education Cabinet secretary.

Billions of shillings

Prof Kaimenyi said school heads receive billions of shillings from the government and must, therefore, be accountable for the money.

“The teachers have the authority to incur expenditure and given that they are under TSC, which is an independent commission, we must have a way to ensure they account for the resources that we allocate to schools,” he said.

On Monday, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) criticised the new directive and accused Prof Kaimenyi of overstepping his mandate.

“The Constitution clearly states that teachers are employees of the TSC and not the Ministry of Education,” said Mr Akello Misori, the

REACTIONS

War of words over directive TSC Secretary Gabriel Lengoiboni: “We are calling on all teachers, headteachers and principals and other stakeholders to be patient as the commission engages the relevant arms of government to arrive at an amicable solution on the issues raised”.

Education CS Jacob Kaimenyi: The teachers have the authority to incur expenditure and given that they are under TSC, which is an independent commission, we must have a way to ensure they account for the resources that we allocate to schools”.

Knut Secretary-General Wilson Sossion: The decision... is a confirmation of the arrogance that this Cabinet secretary has exhibited.”

Kuppet secretary-general.

And yesterday, Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) also joined Kuppet in criticising the

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Headteachers during their annual meeting in Mombasa last year. A directive by the CS for Education requiring headteachers to account to him has sparked a legal dispute and attracted the wrath of unions. directive. Knut Secretary-General Wilson Sossion said Prof Kaimenyi should be sacked over the “high-handed manner in which he has been running the ministry”.

In a statement, Mr Sossion said the CS’s decision to gazette the Basic Education Regulations and School Fees Guidelines was in total disregard of protests from key players in education.

“The decision by the Cabinet secretary to unilaterally gazette the Basic Education Regulations against advice and warning from the Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a confirmation of the arrogance that this Cabinet secretary has exhibited,” said Mr Sossion.

However, Prof Kaimenyi said the rules had the blessings of the AG, but said the CIC had no role in the matter.

Last week, CIC Chairman

Charles Nyachae, in a letter to Knut which was copied to Prof Kaimenyi, warned that any purported publication of the proposed regulations before CIC, the office of the AG and the Kenya Law Reform Commission had finalised reviewing them would be a violation of the Constitution.

“Accordingly, the proposed regulations are subject to review

by CIC before publication in exercise of constitutional mandate under Section 5(6) of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution,” said Mr Nyachae.

Meanwhile, Knut has asked TSC to explain why teachers’ pay for March was delayed by almost two weeks.

In a letter to TSC boss Gabriel Lengoiboni, Mr Sossion said some teachers suffered heavy penalties from loan financiers after they failed to meet their standing order deadlines.

Student’s mother recalls last moments

BY NATION REPORTER A single mother’s worst nightmare is to bury her first born son who took up the role of being a father to his younger siblings.

Mrs Winnie Mwangi (right), whose son, Francis Maina Mwangi, jumped to his death during the Sunday morning stampede at Kikuyu Campus remembers him as cheerful.

When the Nation caught up with her at Chiromo mortuary during the post-mortem examination on the body of Maina, she could not hide her grief.

“I have suffered the biggest loss of my life, having lost my husband in 1998 and now my first born son,” she said.

The mother of three last spoke to Maina by phone a week before he met his death.

He assured his mother that he would help her repay a loan she recently took to build a house in Weithaga, Murang’a County.

“Maina used to work to raise

his fees. To get his last year’s fees, he taught at Githumu High School,” Mrs Mwangi said.

Maina was a third year Bachelor of Education student.

He jumped from his sixth floor room when an underground electric cable exploded, resulting in the stampede.

Students thought it was a terrorist attack. More than 160 were injured..

He sat for KCSE examination at Weithaga Secondary School in 2009 and scored a B-.

He made a second attempt in 2010 and scored a B+.

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We’ll defeat terrorists, says Uhuru

NATION IN MOURNING | Grief and tears as Kenyans bury young people felled by terrorists

BY NATION REPORTER The government is working on various strategies to tackle terrorism threats, President Kenyatta has said.

The President said yesterday the government would face terrorism and corruption head-on to make the country safer following recent Al-Shabaab attacks.

“The challenges of terrorism and corruption must be fought if we are to have a secured future for our children’s children,” he said during the 21st PCEA General Assembly in Nairobi.

New PCEA Moderator Julius Mwamba praised the President for leading the fight against corruption.

The Rev Mwamba added that the war against Al-Shabaab in Somalia must continue to win the fight against terrorism.

‘Bold actions’

“Mr President, terror can never be defeated through cowardice but by boldly facing and extinguishing the enemy,” he said.

President Kenyatta urged Kenyans to work with the government to fight social evils.

“If we are to end terrorism, we must agree to come together as a nation that has preached and practised religious tolerance to defeat those who preach intolerance,” he said.

He said he would work with the Church to fight corruption and terrorism.

“If we overcome, the future of this nation is not only guaranteed but secured,” he said.

The President congratulated Mr Mwamba, new PCEA SecretaryGeneral Peter Kania Kariuki and new honorary treasurer Amon Nderi Ng ’ang ’a for being entrusted with the leadership of the church.

He pledged support for the new officials, saying the PCEA Church has been at the forefront of religious nourishment, education and health provision.

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From left: Mourners follow the proceedings during the funeral of Charles Kaguru at Giakanja Village in Nyeri yesterday. The final rites for Romana Chelagat Sambu who was buried at Biseria in Uasin Gishu on the same day. The students were murdered during a terrorist attack at Garissa University College.

More Garissa students buried Prof Kibwana says radicalisation is getting out of hand as Sossion blames State for failure to learn from past attacks

BY NATION TEAM newsdesk@ke

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he nation continued to bury Garissa University College students murdered by Al-Shabaab terrorists two weeks ago.

In Makueni, tears flowed freely as Cyrus Sila Mutuku was buried at Malivani Village.

Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana warned that religious radicalisation is quickly getting out of hand.

Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion who attended the burial mourned the 148 victims and criticised the government for failing to learn from previous terrorist attacks.

Several survivors present narrated horrifying moments of watching their colleagues felled by bullets.

“I was hiding together with my

friend Cyrus as the terrorists shot at us indiscriminately. I have, up to date, never accepted that he is gone.

I have always wanted to believe that I am dreaming. Today it pains me to say goodbye to my friend,” Charles Mulinge, a survivor of the attack, said.

A lecturer at the university, Ms Judy Gitau, narrated how the institution was thrown into confusion.

“Cyrus’ father called me continuously to enquire about the whereabouts of his son. It took me three days to locate him at Chiromo mortuary. It is unfortunate that such a bright mind and life was cut short before fully bearing fruits,” Ms Gitau said.

I was hiding with my friend Cyrus as the terrorists shot at us. I have, up todate, never accepted that he is gone” Terrorist attack survivor, Charles Mulinge

Cyrus’ father, Mr Benson Ndambuki, said he experienced the pain his son went through as they were speaking on the phone when he was shot dead.

“My son first send me a text message on the day of attack at 4:24am saying we are under attack by AlShabaab and we are being killed.

“He said please pray for me. Later on, he called me and all I could hear were gunshots. I then heard a loud bang and the conversation ended,” said the Makueni Knut secretary.

Mr Ndambuki said he faced humiliation at Chiromo mortuary where his son’s body was claimed by five other families even after his wife had identified him through his toes. The body was only released to them after a DNA test was done.

In Meru, the body of Mark Mutuma, who had been missing, was identified by the family at Chiromo on Saturday. The Second Year Information Technology student will be buried at home in Kigane Village, Imenti South Sub-County.

In Machakos, a family was preparing to bury their son who was killed by terrorists at the college.

Dennis Munuve Mwatu, 21, who was

a Second Year Bachelor of Education student will be buried today at Katine Village in Matungulu Sub-County.

His Mother Agnes Mwatu said: “I was in shock and disbelief when I received the news of the murder of my son.”

She described him as obedient, responsible and very aggressive in educational matters.

Before the family received the sad news death, relatives had made a frantic search for him.

Dennis’ last message to his mother was on April 1. He called her and said: “Hi mum, I just wanted to tell you that I am okay and I am doing well in my studies.’’

Kinangop Member of Parliament Stephen Mburu Kinyanjui promised to table a Motion in the House making it mandatory for all Form Four leavers to undergo paramilitary training.

He was speaking during the burial of the Garissa University attack victim Samuel Gakuru at Kwa Haraka in Nyandarua County on Monday.

By Veronica Nthakyo, Darlington Manyara, Gastone Valusi, Macharia Mwangi

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GRAFT PROBE

GRAFT | Members of watchdog team asked to apologise as their colleagues bar them from being named to new committee

Ababu and Public Accounts team sent home over graft claim Majority and minority leaders given seven days to name new committee members as legislators adopt report by the Powers and Privileges team

BY JOHN NGIRACHU @JohnNgirachu jngirachu@ke.nationmedia.com

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he scandal-plagued Public Accounts Committee of the National Assembly has been disbanded.

While sending the committee members packing yesterday, Parliament also gave the House majority and minority leaders seven days to pick new members who will replace the team led by Budalang’i MP and ODM Secretary-General Ababu Namwamba.

The House adopted the report and recommendations of the Powers and Privileges Committee, which had investigated the affairs of one of Parliament’s most important oversight committees after a directive by Speaker Justin Muturi.

Mr Namwamba’s team becomes the first watchdog committee to be disbanded on allegations of corruption in the history of the Kenyan Parliament. They were sent home after an investigation into claims that its members had been using their positions to enrich themselves through

extortion and blackmail. MPs also sanctioned a raft of punitive measures against five of the members of the now defunct team. They will be required to apologise to the rest of the House and will be barred from sittings until they do so.

Barred from the new PAC are its chairman, Mr Namwamba (Budalang’i, ODM), Vice Chairperson Cecily Mbarire (Runyenjes, TNA), Mr Ahmed Abass (Ijara, ODM), Mr James Bett (Kesses, URP) and Mr Omondi Anyanga (Nyatike, ODM).

The five “made allegations against others, and failed to substantiate their allegations within the period specified under Standing Order 91 (next sitting day).”

Deputy Speaker Joyce Laboso said the five will be expected to apologise to the rest of the House at the sitting that starts this morning.

“None of the members who have been named will be allowed to sit in the House until they tender their apologies,” Dr Laboso ruled.

She said Mr Namwamba would also be required to explain to the House “what game was going on by giving a letter to the Speaker and then withdrawing it”.

This was in relation to Mr Namwamba’s letter to the Speaker requesting to be allowed to stand aside from House and committee sittings, which was taken

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Defence Principal Secretary Mutea Iringo when he appeared before the Public Accounts Committee to answer questions about irregular spending while he was the permanent secretary at the Interior Ministry. Members of PAC are alleged to have received money from him to expunge his name from their report.

to the Speaker’s office but then recalled.

Mr Namwamba had borne the brunt of corruption allegations.

He had countered them by claiming that it was other members of the PAC who were corrupt, and had been accusing him for refusing to play ball.

Among the most sensational claims coming out of the saga have been allegations that suspended Defence Principal Secretary Mutea Iringo, bribed members of the committee to have his name removed from a report on corruption in his former station at the Interior Ministry.

Before the House adopted the report, members of the PAC rallied to criticise the committee chaired by Kuresoi North MP Moses Cheboi. They also resumed their arguments and traded accusations once more before Dr Laboso intervened.

Suba MP John Mbadi accused Mr Bett of having started the fight in the committee and then bringing it to the House while debating the report.

Mr Bett got himself into more trouble with his colleagues when he alleged that Mr Cheboi had talked about his political affiliations while discussing the report outside the House.

“He said he wanted to make an example out of this committee.

How can you make an example out of a committee? I take great exception to that. He told me he is not in URP, that he is in Kanu,” said Mr Bett before he was forced to withdraw the statements and apologise to the House.

Only Mr Anyanga agreed with the Privileges Committee, saying PAC “must be dissolved like yesterday”.

“We cannot be in a committee where MPs accuse each other

of corruption. Personally, if you connect me to corruption, I can even hang myself because that is not me,” he said.

Ms Mbarire was angry at the Privileges Committee.

“I withdrew the allegation and it is minuted. Why again I’m I being asked to apologise to the House and to be barred from the new committee?” asked Ms Mbarire, who accused Mr Cheboi and his colleagues of double standards.

In response, Mr Cheboi said that it was considered improper that Ms Mbarire made a serious allegation and then withdrew it within minutes. “It’s like boxing someone and then saying, ‘I am sorry,’” he said.

Mr Cheboi said from his experience in Parliament, MPs would in the past be asked to restrain themselves from making accusations against people outside the House.

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GRAFT PROBE

ROW | Lawmakers want President to set up tribunal to investigate EACC bosses

MPs differ on fate of Matemu, Keino Some House team members intentionally left meeting to cause a quorum hitch @JohnNgirachu jngirachu@ke.nationmedia.com

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meeting to decide the fate of the anti-corruption commission leadership ended prematurely last evening after members of a House committee failed to agree.

Some Justice and Legal Affairs Committee members are reported to have left the meeting to deliberately cause a lack of quorum required to adopt a report on the commission.

Consequently, committee vicechairperson Priscilla Nyokabi adjourned the meeting.

The MPs were set to agree on whether to adopt the report dismissing a petition to set in motion the formation of a tribunal to investigate the conduct of Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission chairman Mumo Matemu and vice-chairperson Irene Keino.

The decision was taken after two camps of the House committee failed to agree on whether to make adverse recommendations on Mr Matemu and Ms Keino alone, or to include the disbandment of the secretariat accused of failing in its job.

Corruption has increased in the past one year and the National Police Service is the worst culprit, a survey has found.

In addition, the public feels the government is not doing enough to fight the vice, according to the latest Afrobarometer survey.

The findings released in Nairobi yesterday show that seven out of 10 respondents think the government has handled the fight against corruption badly.

The study was carried out between November and December last year, several months before President Uhuru Kenyatta tabled the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission report in Parliament that triggered the investigation of high-ranking government officials for corruption.

However, looking at such “momentary actions” by government officials and the immediate public opinion they elicit are not as important as considering the long-term impact of policy decisions, said Afrobarometer project

BY NATION REPORTER

Plan to disband anti-graft agency

Top Nairobi County officials have been suspended after being charged with corruption.

County secretary Lilian Ndegwa and chief finance officer Jimmy Kiamba are among the officials charged with defrauding City Hall of millions of shillings in shady procurement deals.

Other officials charged are Ms Regina Rotich, Mr Stephen Osiro and Ms Nancy Kiruri.

They have all denied the charges and are out on bond pending the hearing of their cases.

However, Governor Evans Kidero, who announced that the officials had been suspended when he chaired a county executive meeting on Monday, said he had replaced the five awaiting the outcome of the cases.

Mr Gregory Mwakanogo, the county finance secretary, will act as the county secretary, while head of county revenue Luke Gatimu will be the acting chief finance officer.

Mr Maurice Okere was appointed acting head of treasury, a position previously held by Mr Osiro. Mr James Ngunjiri will act as the head of county treasury, budget and expenditure, replacing Ms Kiruri.

Ms Rotich was Mr Kiamba’s secretary.

Once passed by Parliament, the petition seeking to form a tribunal to investigate the conduct of EACC bosses is submitted to the President who has powers to suspend the officials Tribunal should be chaired by a person who qualifies either as a judge of Court of Appeal or Supreme Court and two people with the qualifications of a judge of the High Court.

Tribunal is expected to make binding recommendations to the President who shall act within 30 days

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EACC chairman Mumo Matemu and vice-chairperson Irene Keino during a press briefing at Integrity Centre in Nairobi on April 1.

Some committee members questioned Ms Nyokabi’s interpretation of the Standing Orders, saying nine members formed a quorum. By their interpretation, the Standing Orders require that a majority of the members present after a quorum is established was enough to adopt the report.

The Nation established that the walkout by six MPs was to give them more time to contemplate their position on whether to ask the President to set up a tribunal to investigate Mr Matemu and Ms Keino.

The suspension of the two as the tribunal is set up and gets to work

is seen as the first step towards the disbandment of the commission.

Members of the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee are in a deadlock on whether to have the President set up the tribunal and suspend the commission or only deal with the commission members.

Tempers flared at a closed-door meeting of the committee yesterday morning after the members differed on whether to adopt the report on a petition asking the National Assembly to ask the President to set up a tribunal to investigate the EACC chiefs.

Although journalists were locked

Police the worst culprits as corruption rises, says poll

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manager for East Africa Abel Oyuke.

“These will easily move up and down depending on such government actions or inaction but quickly fade away.

“For that reason these results are not redundant, they are relevant and (we) expect (the government) to apply them to inform policy,” he said.

In the survey, the respondents said the ruling coalition had performed poorly in tackling corruption, but a majority (69 per cent) felt the government was doing better than the Opposition could have done in the war against graft.

The police, yet again, emerged as the most corrupt institution, with nearly one in three

Kenyans admitting to have bribed an officer in the past year. Three out of four respondents said the police were corrupt.

These findings fly in the face of the reforms aimed at giving Kenyans a more transparent police service.

For instance, the vetting of senior officers has revealed that some individuals accumulated immense wealth not commensurate with their salaries.

The study also puts the civil service on the spot, with 46 per cent saying it is corrupt. Also adversely mentioned are MPs (45 per cent), county assembly members (36 per cent) and the Kenya Revenue Authority (34 per cent).

The survey polled 2,397 respondents in the 47 counties.

The Presidency ranks on the opposite end of the spectrum, with only 27 per cent of the respondents perceiving it as corrupt, as is the Kenya Defence Forces, with a corruption perception of 22 per cent. The judiciary, however, was perceived to be more corrupt, at 33 per cent.

Afrobarometer’s Carolyne Lagon during the release of a report on corruption at the Nairobi Safari Club yesterday.

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City officials charged and suspended

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of the meeting at Committee Room 9, the raised voices of the MPs could be heard and it was evident Ms Nyokabi had a hard time controlling the team.

“The committee agreed that the commission is incompetent and corrupt and must go. The committee has also agreed that the secretariat must go. But it is now a question of procedure,” said an MP, who cannot be named because he was discussing the content of a closed-door meeting.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 8th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Shareholders will be held at Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) Amphitheatre NAIROBI on Friday 15th May, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. to transact the following business: Ordinary Business: 1.

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To receive the Audited Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2014, the Report of the Directors and the Report of the Auditors thereon.

To approve the payment of a first and final dividend of Kshs. 0.50 per share, subject to withholding tax where applicable, on the issued and paid up capital of the Company and payable to the shareholders registered as at 15th May 2015. To facilitate payment of the Dividend, the register of members will be closed on 15th May 2015.

Rotation and Election of Directors in accordance with Article 112 of the Articles of Association: a) Dr Ruth Waweru who retires by rotation and, being eligible, offers herself for re-election. b) Dr Kabiru Kinyanjui who retires by rotation does not offer himself for re-election.

To approve the Directors’ remuneration for the year ending 31st December 2014.

To confirm that the auditors, Deloitte and Touché, will continue in office in accordance with Section 159 (2) of the Companies Act and to authorise the Directors to fix the Auditors’ remuneration.

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POLICE VETTING

SCRUTINY | Top cop cries when asked to explain how millions stay in his account idle

Love and wealth: Police chiefs’ rich wives In the second part of a series on how police mint millions, officers’ spouses are conduits of wealth but others portrayed as source of anguish 7. Augustus Maundu Mutia When Senior Superintendent of Police Augustus Maundu Mutia appeared before the National Police Service Commission panel on Tuesday March 17, he was asked to explain what he did with Sh24,000 paid by Hass Petroleum Station for services offered by two Administration Police officers whom he assigned.

The panel claimed they had information that a sub-county commander under the command of SSP Mutia wrote to the owners of the petrol station demanding the monthly payment. He was tight-lipped.

He was then asked to explain the origin of the hundreds of thousands of shillings in cheques deposited in his

Senior Superintendent of Police Joshua Ongoro Aseto

Acting Machakos CID boss Pius Macharia

Vetting panel member David Kimaiyo

Police Commission Johnston Kavuludi

boss

Vetting panel member Joseph Kaguthi

account from his spouse’s bookshop and printing business in Nairobi.

He said that he and his wife were running a business that was “booming” but could not explain the nature of his “esteemed” clients.

The panel claimed they had evidence that Sh7 million had been deposited in his account through cheques and the cash was withdrawn immediately after deposit.

Commission Chairman Johnston Kavuludi asked Mr Mutia to explain the origin of each cheque transacted in the business and why the cheques are not deposited in his wife’s

account since he claimed she owns the bookshop and printing business in Nairobi.

Police David Kimaiyo asked him if he had written to the police service personnel section telling them that he was earning two salaries.

“I have written to the Personnel Section but they continue placing money in my account.

I wrote to them,” he said.

A member of the panel, Mr Joseph Kaguthi, read a letter written to Mr Ochieng by the then Police Commissioner Matthew Iteere asking him to refund Sh3.6 million and warning him of the consequences of earning two salaries.

He answered that he had been in and out of the offices asking them to pay him what is only due to him but it had not been effected.

“I will pay you back what you need from me,” he said.

David Cheruiyot (Kisumu Police), Patrick Ndunda (CID Headquarters) and Francis Kirathe (Nakuru AP) The Interpol chief also complained about the trauma and anxiety he had undergone since the results were withheld.

“I have had it rough. Friday, I got a call from Tanzania asking me why I had to be vetted again,” Mr Okumu said.

to misuse any money I make since I was raised in poverty,” he said.

The officer who is attached to the liaison department in the office of the Director of Operations started narrating his journey from poverty to millionaire.

“I earned Sh800 a month when I secured my first job as an untrained teacher in 1984 after my ‘O’ Level exams. Getting absorbed into the police service in 1986 came as a miracle as my pay shot up to Sh2,500 a month,” he said.

“I had to scavenge on what others ate in school because my father, who was a stone cutter, could hardly make ends meet,” said the tearful senior officer.

8. John Partrick Ochieng – Senior Assistant Inspector General Mr Ochieng, who at the time of his vetting on December 17, 2013, was the Director of the Kenya National Focal Point on Small Arms, was taken to task to explain the source of the Sh3.7 million in his account and why he was earning two salaries.

The commissioners asked him why he was still earning a salary as a police officer.

Former Inspector General of

9. Interpol’s National Central Bureau Chief Vitalis Okumu When asked why he had failed to submit his statements to the vetting panel on Friday, June 13, 2014, the Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police said that his wife had refused to give him the bank statement.

He said he had asked his wife to hand him the statements on time but she had refused to give him when the vetting date arrived.

“When I asked her about the bank statement, she told me not to disturb her, and that she did not want to be connected to any vetting. I do not know if she earns a salary,” said the officer.

He said that he had pleaded with her and she later agreed when he told her that he risked being dismissed from the service.

He was among the officers of the ranks of Assistant Commissioner of Police and Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police to be vetted in March last year, but their results were withheld after more complaints against them surfaced, prompting further questioning.

They were recalled on June 13 for further vetting and were cleared to continue serving.

Among those who were cleared together with Mr Okumu at that time were former police spokesman Eric Kiraithe, Washington Ajuonga (Marsabit AP), Pius Barasa of Inspection Section, David Bunei (GSU Training School), Pius Macharia (Machakos County CID),

10. Senior Superintendent Joshua Ongoro Aseto This Senior Superintendent of Police, cried before the panel forcing it to take a break, when he was asked to disclose how he made the millions in his account.

Mr Aseto wept as the panel sought to know why he hardly makes any withdrawals from the account, which had a whopping Sh8.5 million.

When the panel resumed, the officer, who is based at the Kenya Police Service’s Vigilance House headquarters, said he was moved to tears when he recalled how he struggled to make the money.

“The Sh8.5 million in a fixed deposit account was genuinely earned. It’s my hard-earned savings and I vowed never

8.5m

The amount in shillings that was in Mr Aseto’s account. He hardly withdraws the money

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The number of years Mr Macharia was married to his wife, who refused to give bank statements

I have written to the Personnel Section but they continue placing money in my account,” Mr John Ochieng’

11. Former Machakos County CID boss Pius Macharia.

“I saved my money after a trip to Singapore for investigations,” CID Chief, Pius Macharia told the commission during his vetting in May last year.

The panel wanted to know the origin of the cash deposited in the officer’s account at Equity Bank, Taj Mall branch in Nairobi.

He explained that they were dollars he had saved during the trip.

He was among the nine officers who had been recalled for further interrogation after an initial vetting two months earlier.

Mr Macharia told the panel that his wife of 27 years had refused to give him her bank details, a requirement from the vetting panel.

“I requested the statements at least four times. She has maintained that the account belongs to her,” said Mr Macharia.

When he failed to convince her to hand in the documents, Mr Macharia had to request a sworn affidavit indicating that she would not submit the documents to the panel.

The nine officers, among them, Mr Macharia, were recalled on June 13 for further vetting and were cleared.

Two other senior police officers, among them Mr Kiraithe , recounted frustrations they underwent in trying to convince their spouses to furnish them with bank statements required by the vetting panel.

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Meat firm’s land lost mysteriously

VERDICT | Police officers urged to step up search for accomplices SMART COMPANY: Planned oil refinery sale raises questions

Tobiko wants Liz’s rapists to spend more time in jail 22 years handed to each of the three men too lenient says Director of Public Prosecutions

BY MAUREEN KAKAH

mkakah@ke.nationmedia.com

AND MAZERA NDURYA

mndurya@ke.nationmedia.com

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irector of Public Prosecutions Keriako Tobiko wants the 22-year jail sentence handed to each of the three men found guilty of raping and maiming a schoolgirl increased.

In a statement issued yesterday, Mr Tobiko said although the sentence handed by Busia Chief Magistrate Margaret Wambani implied that justice had been done, the punishment was lenient.

Mr Tobiko (left) said the sentence failed to reflect the seriousness of gang rape, which caused severe bodily harm to the 16-year-old girl, referred to as Liz to protect her identity.

“We feel that the sentence is extremely lenient and fails to adequately reflect the nature and gravity of horrific circumstances under which the offences were committed as well as the magnitude of the harm suffered by the victim,” said Mr Tobiko.

He commended the prosecution, four lobby groups and the

media for their support in the case.

“I am disappointed that to date, three of the co-accused are still at large in spite of warrants of arrest, numerous court orders and directives to the police, in the circumstances.

“My office shall seek enhancement of the sentences as we continue to pursue the other culprits,” said Mr Tobiko.

The Director of Public Prosecutions asked the police to step up their search for the three suspects and bring them to book.

16 Age of schoolgirl who was raped by a gang of six men On Monday, Ms Wambani sentenced Owino Oduor, Fredrick Owino Odhiambo and Vincent Ouma to 15 years in jail each for rape.

She also handed each of them a seven-year term for causing grievous bodily harm to Liz. Mr Tobiko’s sentiments come as the lawyer for the three men

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A girl is attacked by six men. Three suspects are arrested but police let them off the hook by handing them slashers and asking them to sweep clean an AP camp.

The girl, her back broken and now suffering News from obstetric fistula, now cries for justice she seems too poor to afford

plans to appeal against the senBoda boda operator tells court he found explosive in forest tence. In her ruling, Ms Wambani directed that the three should remain remanded in prison until their appeal is heard and determined.

Busia rape On the night of June 26, 2013, victim’s kin Liz was accosted by a group of threatened six men while returning from her grandfather’s funeral in Tingolo, Busia.

Liz and her family said after T the six men raped her, they pushed her into a pit latrine then fled.

But three of the rapists were arrested the following day and taken to Tingolo Administration ‘‘ Police Camp, where they were ordered to cut grass as punishment for the offence and then released.

As a result of the rape, the girl, who was in Standard Seven at Justice at last for Liz as rapists jailed the time, became wheelchairbound.

She also suffered a leaking bladder after developing double obstetric fistula and a T spinal injury.

Case attracted Liz was admitted to Gynoglobal attention Care Fistula Centre in Eldoret, recovered and returned to school after being out of class for more than a year.

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A motorbike taxi operator who was allegedly found with a rocket-propelled explosive narrated before a court how he found it and concealed it.

He told the court that he packed the 90mm rocket-propelled explosive in a black paper bag and then put it in his little sister’s school bag.

There was unease in the court room when the bomb was brought in but the arresting officer, Ms Rahma Osman, assured the public and Nakuru prin-

cipal magistrate Rita Amwayi that the explosive was safe.

Mr John Gitonga, 21, was charged with unlawfully possessing ammunition without a licence.

He first pleaded guilty but quickly changed his plea when the facts were read to him by prosecutor Eric Ochieng.

According to the facts of the matter, police received a call from an informer telling them about a person who was selling an explosive device.

“A police officer posing as a would-

be customer called Mr Gitonga and they agreed to meet at a bar where he (Gitonga) would be paid Sh40,000 cash for the bomb,” said the prosecutor.

He said after Mr Gitonga was handed the money, police officers waiting outside the bar arrested him and took him to Nakuru Central Police Station.

However, Mr Gitonga denied this, telling court that the police account was wrong.

He said he was the one who called

an Administration Police officer stationed at a farm in Menengai Crater to inform him about the explosive.

“I found the bomb in the forest around Menengai Crater and I was the one who called the police to inform them,” he said.

Mr Gitonga said he took the alleged informers to the scene where he was arrested unaware that they had laid a trap for him.

“I did not know they were taking me to a bar, I placed the bag with the bomb under the table and moments

later, a man walked in, picked it up and walked away,” he said.

Mr Gitonga told the court that several other men came in later and handcuffed him and took him to Central Police Station.

The magistrate entered a plea of not guilty and set the case to be heard on April 3, 2014 with a mention on January 16 next year.

Mr Gitonga was released on a Sh500,000 bond with a surety of a similar amount with an alternative cash bail of Sh300,000.

JUSTICE FOR LIZ | Family intimidated

Mother of girl who was sexually violated says they are living in fear

BY NJERI RUGENE

@nrugene nrugene@ke.nationmedia.com

he mother of the Busia sexual attack victim says her family is living in fear following threats from strangers.

The family of the girl – she was named Liz by a campaign for justice to her – has been receiving threats from people associated with the suspects in the June 26 attack, her mother told the Nation yesterday.

Strangers have been visiting the girl’s elderly grandmother in a different village to apparently intimidate her, she said.

“They come to my home and that of my mother, they knock at the doors, take seats and do not say what they want. After a while, they leave without uttering a word,’’ she said from Eldoret.

Intimidated

The 39-year old woman said her mother and her children aged between 14 and seven were living in fear.

“The children and their grandmother are now so intimidated that they are even afraid of remaining alone in the house,’’ she said yesterday at the hospital where she had taken Liz for a doctor’s review.

The 16-year-old girl, whose story attracted international attention, was discharged from Gynocare Fistula Hospital about three weeks ago and has been recovering at her grandmother’s home.

Since her release from hospital, some villagers have been threatening the family with dire consequences should her attackers be jailed,

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her mother said.

The woman said together with her husband, they reported the threats to Butula Police on Monday morning and recorded statements in connection with the threats.

Following the reports, the management of Gynocare centre yesterday decided to give Liz shelter at the hospital.

“We have learnt that there is so much tension which is not good for her because she is still recovering from the trauma.

“We want her to remain in hospital so we can give her psycho-social support. She is doing very well and we do not want anything to distract her from the recovery path,’’ said Ms Linner Too, a nurse and counsellor at the hospital.

Only one of the six young men suspected to have attacked the Class Seven girl has been arrested and charged with causing her grievous bodily harm in a Busia.

The girl’s story was published exclusively by the Nation’s DN2 on October 8. The Nation Media Group initiated a campaign to support her receive treatment and justice. Reader’s helped raise about Sh860,000 towards the cause.

The young children and their grandmother are now so intimidated that they are even afraid of remaining alone in the house” Liz’s mother, describing the situation at home

VERDICT | Activists demand that three other suspects who are still at large be arrested

Teenager, her family and human rights campaigners have welcomed the verdict

BY LINET WAFULA linetwafula@yahoo.com

AND NJERI RUGENE

@nrugene nrugene@ke.nationmedia.com

hree men were yesterday jailed by a Busia court after they were found guilty of raping a primary school girl whose story attracted global attention.

Busia Chief Magistrate Margaret Wambani found Owino Oduor, Fredrick Owin Odhiambo and Vincent Ouma guilty of gang-raping and causing grievous bodily harm to Liz and convicted them to 15 and seven years in jail respectively for the two offences.

Liz, her family and human rights campaigners welcomed the verdict.

Lawyer Wycliffe Okuta, who represented the three, applied for a stay of the sentence pending appeal.

But Ms Wambani upheld her earlier ruling and ordered the accused to be remanded in prison until their appeal is heard and determined.

Suspects at large

Three other suspects in the case are still at large. Liz and her mother welcomed the ruling but called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the remaining suspects.

“We are happy that the court has been fair and done justice especially for my daughter who has been subjected to all manner of trauma and indignity,” Liz’s mother told Nation.

She went on: “It has been like a long bad dream that has done a lot of harm to us and turned our lives inside out. Finally, there is hope,” she added.

The teenager said she was happy with the verdict, adding that the attack had left her with “unending

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Rights activists demand the arrest of the men who gang-raped Liz in 2013.

Right: Liz, before she underwent two operations, at Gyno-care Fistula Centre in Eldoret in 2013.

backache”.

“I would like to see all of them arrested and locked in. They messed up my life,” said the soft-spoken Standard Eight pupil.

She said she would now focus on passing Kenya Certificate of Primary Education exams later in the year.

Human rights organisations Equality Now, Avaaz and Fida Kenya welcomed the ruling but urged police to arrest the remaining suspects.

“Today’s sentencing is sure to have a ripple effect across the nation and hopefully the region. The fact that Liz’s case took so long to reach this point, and still faced serious obstacles despite strong and national global support, illustrates the injustices that are still suffered by survivors in a

June 26, 2013: Liz, 16, is accosted by a group of six young men as she returned from her grandfather’s funeral in Tingolo, Busia County.

They gang-raped her, pushed her into a pit latrine before escaping.

Next day: Three of the rapists are arrested and ordered to cut grass at Tingolo AP Camp before being released.

October 8, 2013: The Nation’s DN2 highlights her plight, attracting national and global attention.

criminal justice system in transition,’’ said Equality Now legal consultant Kimberly Brown.

Liz, then 16, was accosted by a group of six young men as she returned from her grandfather’s funeral in Tingolo, Busia County, on the night of June 26, 2013.

Liz and her family said that after

gang-raping her, they pushed her into a pit latrine before escaping.

Three of the rapists were arrested the following day and taken to Tingolo AP Camp where they were ordered to cut grass after which they were released.

Liz was also punished for “venturing out in the night’’ and was ordered to clean an office at the Administration Police Camp.

The sexual and physical violence left the teenager, then in Standard Seven, wheel-chair bound and with a leaking bladder after developing double obstetric fistula and a spinal injury.

She was eventually admitted to Gyno-Care Fistula Centre in Eldoret.

She recovered and returned to school after more than a year out.

Her plight was highlighted by the Daily Nation’s DN2 on October 8, 2013.

The Nation Media Group started a campaign, Stand Up for Liz, Help Her Walk Again, which received support locally and internationally, raising Sh890,000 for her medical kitty.

Cash-strapped Kenya Meat Commission lost land valued at billions of shillings when its title deeds were held by a bank.

Top managers told the Public Investment Committee yesterday that the National Bank of Kenya held on to 13 titles and only released eight certified copies of the original documents.

Three titles in custody of the bank changed ownership under unclear circumstances.

Heard nothing

MPs asked why the bank still held on to the documents when a Sh160 million debt owed by the parastatal had been cleared by the government.

KMC’s acting Managing Commissioner James Tendwa could not explain why he had not sought to have the documents back.

3 National News “The bank gave us eight certified Kiosks shut as cholera copies out of the 13 title deeds, but hits Likoni we have not heard anything about the remaining five,” he said.

Investment committee ViceChairman Kimani Ichung ’wa (Kikuyu), directed that the bank’s managing director, Mr Munir Ahmed, be summoned to explain how land belonging to the broke parastatal was sold, even though the title deeds were in the bank’s custody.

BY NATION CORRESPONDENT

More than 300 food kiosks in Mombasa remained closed yesterday following a cholera outbreak.

The County government ordered their shutting down on Sunday.

Two people have died while 11 others are receiving treatment in various hospitals.

At the same time, Director of Medical Services Nicholas Muraguri announced that the national government had sent two specialists to the county to monitor the situation.

“Once the assessment is over, we will send a bigger team. The closure of the kiosks, especially in Likoni where the first case was confirmed, and banning hawking of food helps to contain cholera,” Dr Muraguri told the Nation yesterday.

He said biggest problem in Mombasa was water shortage, with a majority of residents depending on shallow wells.

“Water from all boreholes will also be sampled,” he added.

Dr Muraguri said the national government had issued guidelines on how to manage cholera.

Health Executive Binti Omar said public health officers would ensure that no eating joints were open.

“We are also inspecting the kiosks’ levels of hygiene, how food is stored in refrigerators, at the kitchen, the state of their toilets among other critical areas that can easily be contaminated.

Kiosks and hotel owners are very cooperative,” she said.

Ms Omar said four new diarrhoea cases had been reported at Mrima District Hospital in Likoni and one at Port Reitz District Hospital in Changamwe.

“We have not confirmed if they have cholera but we have taken rectal swabs for tests. Coast General Hospital has confirmed three cases out of the six suspected ones,” the Health Executive told the Nation by phone.

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VIGILANCE | Residents of Kano, Nyando and Budalang’i told to be wary of flooding

Kaimenyi bans classes before 7am

Met warns of low rains, cholera fears Brace for an outbreak of disease, delayed planting and water shortage, cautions weatherman

Mandera Moyale Lodwar

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Marsabit

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he weatherman has predicted inadequate rainfall in parts of the country in the coming weeks.

This will contribute to an outbreak of cholera, delayed planting and shortage of water and pasture for livestock.

Most parts of the country, especially the eastern region, are likely to experience poor rainfall, characterised by heavy storms, according to the Kenya Meteorological Service’s Review of the Weather Outlook for March-April-May of 2015 Long Rains Season.

However, several areas in the western and central highlands, the southern coastal strip as well as some areas in the northeast (Marsabit and Garissa) and the southeast (Machakos) are likely to experience near-average rainfall.

Residents of Nyando, Budalang’i and Kano Plains have been warned of floods. Those in western Kenya have been told to be on the lookout for lightning strikes. They have been told to take precaution to avoid loss of lives and property.

Motorists and pedestrians in western and parts of central Kenya are likely to be caught up in flash floods and affected by slippery roads.

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Pilots of light aircraft are advised to take utmost care on the western routes and avoid flying through deep cumulonimbus clouds, especially in the afternoon. Such clouds are associated with severe turbulence, cross winds and lightning.

Water levels in the Seven Forks and other hydroelectric power generation

dams will gradually improve.

Health authorities have been warned to be vigilant.

Water resources in the northeast are likely to be limited as a result of poor rainfall. There are calls to manage the available water .

Severe drought at the Coast is expected to end in the coming two

weeks as the region will receive heavy rains.

According to the Met’s senior assistant director, Mr Samuel Mwangi, the heavy rains will intensify in the second half of April and May through to June.

Speaking to the Nation by phone, Mr Mwangi said the northern coastal strip comprising Mombasa, Mtwapa, Malindi, Msabaha and Kilifi are likely to experience near-average to above average rainfall.

Kilifi County Agriculture executive Mwalimu Menza said Sh100 million had been set aside to buy of 29 tractors. The county had already delivered 16 tractors to assist local farmers prepare their farms.

“We invested heavily in purchase of tractors to boost food production,” said Mr Menza.

The county government has bought 8,000 bags of fertiliser worth Sh16 million to be distributed to farmers.

“We have so far distributed 67 tonnes of seeds including maize, cowpeas and green grams,” said the official.

Mr Menza said the county, in collaboration with Nuts and Oil Crops Directorate donated 200,000 coconut trees to farmers.

Farmers were given 50,000 cashewnut seedlings to help revive the crop, and the county had bought 19 motorbikes to be used by agricultural extension officers, he said.

“The county has revived irrigation schemes to boost food security as well as agribusiness,” he said.

Mr Menza said the revived irrigation schemes include Marikano, Nyalani and Mdachi, while the Red Cross had started the Zia ra Wari Irrigation scheme in Magarini.

Kwale Agriculture Director David Wanjala said the county had bought 30 tractors.

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The rules, enacted this year, also state that public and private schools will run from Monday to Friday.

Class hours will be from 8am to 3.30pm, while 3.30pm to 4.45pm will be time for co-curricular activities.

The regulations were published last week by Education Cabinet Secretary Jacob Kaimenyi. They also make it an offence for a boarding school to send away an unaccompanied learner later than 9am.

Boarding schools

Boarding schools will run for 24 hours every day, but lessons will take place between 8am and 3.30pm.

From 3.30pm to 4.45pm co-curricular activities will take place, Monday to Friday, while 5pm to 7.30pm is time for “self-direct” activities, state the rules.

Students in boarding schools will start their prep at 7.30pm and finish at 9.30pm from Monday to Friday. They will rest until 6am.

The latest reporting time for learners in a boarding school will be 5pm.

The regulations also prescribe a government-approved curriculum for institutions of alternative, basic, adult and continuing education.

Learners above the age of 18 will only be admitted to an institution of alternative basic, adult and continuing education.

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LEGISLATION | Committee members fear current framework is open to abuse

Push for public scrutiny of projects MPs urged to pass laws that compel institutions to seek wananchi’s views

BY DENNIS ODUNGA

BY NATION REPORTER

@dennis_odunga dodunga@ke.nationmedia.com

Counties have been criticised for spending a lot of money in courts on disputes that can be easily handled through other mechanisms.

The Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee yesterday said some of the disputes could be resolved through alternative means.

Committee chairman Karega Mutahi said lack of faith in institutions set up to resolve conflicts was to blame for the many cases, which held up work at national and county governments.

Prof Mutahi said delay in establishing the committee that links the two levels of government had also led to many disputes going to court.

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arliament was yesterday urged to strengthen laws to compel public institutions to seek the public’s views before implementing projects.

County Executive Committee (CEC) members said the existing legal framework was open to abuse as some leaders ignored the public, fearing their plans would be discredited.

They said public participation “is poor at the national and county governments due to lack of guidelines on how it should be conducted to capture the views of the people affected by proposed projects”.

Civic education

The chairperson of the CEC public participation caucus, Mrs Rachel Okumu, called for civic education for the public on the value of their input.

The committee members said there was a need for legislators to come up with guidelines stating the appropriate quorum for such meetings, where they should be held and a reasonable period be allowed for people prepare.

They observed that some people who participated in public hearings did not understand the issues at stake and in most cases, the turnout was low due to poor mobilisation.

Mrs Okumu said most people who attended such public hearings had no clue on what was happening.

“The few who attend might not add value to the matters being discussed,” she said during a

Stop wasting cash in courts, counties told

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There is resistance, especially from politicians, who do not want to be questioned. If you don’t want to be open to the public, your days are numbered” Institute for Social Accountability official Wanjiru Gikonyo devolution forum at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi.

Institute for Social Account-

Crucial committee

ability National Coordinator Wanjiru Gikonyo said some leaders got away with it because many county governments did not have a legal framework to support public participation.

“There is resistance, especially from politicians who do not want to be questioned. If you don’t want to be open to the public, your days are numbered,” she warned.

Ms Gikonyo said counties could find ways of getting representation right from the village if they were committed to ensuring the views of the majority were taken into account when making decisions affecting their counties.

The CECs said some public

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Commission on Administrative Justice Vice-Chairperson Regina Mwathe addresses the County Executive Committee conference at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi yesterday. With her are Inter-Governmental Relations Technical Committee Chairman Karega Mutahi (centre) and Dr Wario Guyo of JKUAT. hearings took place in restricted areas such as Parliament, limiting the number of people who could attend.

The constitutional timelines had also made it difficult for the public to be fully involved in issues where their input was required.

The committee was set up just a month ago, and yet it was expected to be operational immediately after the 2013 General Election.

“Before a county government or anybody else in government goes to court, he is expected to report conflicts to the committee after making efforts to resolve the matter through other dispute resolution mechanisms,” Prof Mutahi said.

He was speaking at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, where County Executive Committee members from the 47 counties attended a conference on devolution.

Commission on Administrative Justice Vice-Chairman Regina Mwathe challenged county governments to stop spending money on court cases when they could resolve differences through dialogue.

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BY NATION REPORTER The Senate has been accused of failing to defend devolution by fighting governors instead of ensuring that adequate resources go to the counties.

Devolution expert Mutakha Kangu said the Senate was supposed to ensure resources were released to the counties on time, and that they were not short-changed by the national government.

“The Senate got it right for some time but along the way it veered off when it started to prefect governors instead of pushing the government, which is the key facilitator of counties,” he said.

He was speaking at the second annual devolution conference for county executives at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi.

He said the task of checking governors and the executive belonged to county assemblies and not the Senate. He urged the Senate to play its

rightful role so that counties are funded adequately and without delay.

Dr Kangu (above) also criticised National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi for ignoring the Senate, and failing to consult with his counterpart, Mr Ekwee Ethuro.

He said a ruling by the Supreme Court made it clear that both Houses have to agree on all Bills before they are passed.

The President also had a duty to ensure the Constitution was not flouted in passing laws.

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COURTS | Ruling on bond application set for today

Rape is normal here, lawyer tells magistrate Advocate criticises bid by police to continue holding trader accused of defiling 15-year-old

REACTION

Prosecutor opposes bail

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lawyer stunned a packed courtroom in Malindi yesterday when he remarked that rape was a “normal occurrence’’ in Kilifi County and should, therefore, not be used to deny his client bail.

Mr Stephen Obaga Muriuki was opposing an application to detain his client accused of defiling a 15-year-old Standard Eight pupil.

Mr Alex Otieno Onyango, a Malindi businessman, is said to have committed the offence at Majengo Mapya on March 29.

“Defilement is a normal occurrence in this jurisdiction and I don’t see any compelling reason to detain him,’’ the lawyer told the court after prosecutor Duncan Nyongesa made an application for Mr Onyango to be remanded at the Malindi Police Station for 14 days to allow completion of investigations.

Mr Muriuki said Mr Onyango’s vehicle worth Sh5

“The mere fact that his vehicle is being held should not stop the court from detaining him (businessman Alex Otieno Onyango, above) for the prosecution to complete investigations” Prosecutor Duncan Nyongesa million that was impounded provided enough security and detaining him was “an abuse of this court”.

The prosecutor told Senior Resident Magistrate Yusuf Shikanda that he was shocked that the lawyer could describe rape as normal.

“The mere fact that his vehicle is being held should not stop the court from detaining him for the prosecution to complete investigations,’’ said Mr Nyongesa.

Relying on an affidavit by police officer Kamande Kinuthia, the prosecutor

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said there was need for more time due to the nature of investigations that would require forensic analysis of exhibits.

Mr Nyongesa said the prosecution needed to conduct an HIV test on both the victim and the suspect as well as examine samples from the vehicle, which is being held as an exhibit.

He further argued that the suspect was likely to intimidate witnesses if released on bond and could disappear as he did soon after committing the offence.

Mr Muriuki told the court that his client turned up at the Malindi DCIO’s office on Monday evening.

The prosecution had filed an affidavit in the High Court seeking a warrant of arrest against the businessman.

An identification parade was held at the police station on Monday. The prosecution said the victim positively identified the man even after he cut off his dreadlocks to avoid being recognised.

Mr Onyango is said to have forced the minor into his car that has tinted windows and defiled her.

The prosecution said the man abandoned the girl after buying her anti-pregnancy pills from a pharmacy. He then sped off and disappeared, only to reappear at the Malindi police boss’ office on Monday. The court will make a ruling on the bail application today.

QUIZZED| Mwakwere steps aside

BRIEFLY TRANS MARA

Manhunt for ex-con who hacked officers A manhunt has been launched for an ex-convict who hacked two police officers with a panga. The officers had responded to a distress call from a bar owner who said the ex-con had refused to pay his bill and was causing disturbance at his premises. Trans Mara West OCPD Alfred Muthua said the officers were caught off guard by the assailant who fled the scene. The policemen are in hospital.

NYAMIRA

Angry villagers burn motorcycle thieves Two suspected motorbike thieves were yesterday morning set on fire by irate villagers at Nyaikuro, Nyamira County.

Manga OCPD Musyimi Mundwa said the individuals were caught by the public after the owner of the stolen bike raised the alarm.

The two were caught as they repaired a broken headlight on the motorbike that had allegedly been stolen from Miruka Market.

ELDORET

Clinical officer found dead in his house ANTHONY OMUYA | NATION

Kenya’s ambassador to Tanzania Chirau Ali Mwakwere leaves the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission offices in Nairobi yesterday where he was questioned on allegations that he benefited from Kenya Railways houses meant for employees during his tenure as Transport Minister. Mr Mwakwere relinquished his position as Tanzanian Ambassador until he is cleared.

Residents of an Eldoret West estate are reeling in shock after the discovery of the decomposing body of a clinical officer who died under unclear circumstances in his house. Mr David Kiptoo, a father of four, worked at the Eldoret West Dispensary on the Eldoret-Webuye Highway. Neighbours were alerted by a foul smell from his house.

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It is good justice for Liz; now the others

T

he jail terms meted out to three men by a Busia court on Monday would have been just the routine rape case but for the fact that it had become an international cause célèbre that exposed Kenyan officialdom’s casual approach to sexual assault.

“Justice for Liz” had become an international rallying call that undoubtedly embarrassed the authorities into action and resulted in the jail terms.

Had it not been for media attention that galvanised a local and international outcry, it is likely that the crime would have gone unpunished.

The victim, then a primary school girl aged 16, had been waylaid by six young men in Tingolo, Busia County, on the night of June 26, 2013. She was gang-raped and then thrown into a pit latrine, from where she was lucky to be rescued. Three of the assailants were arrested the following day and taken to the Tingolo Administration Police camp, where they were ordered to cut grass and then released instead of being charged with the very serious offence.

To add a bizarre element to the injustice, it was the victim who was punished by being ordered to clean an office at the AP camp on the non-existent offence of “venturing out at night”. Liz, the pseudonym by which she became globally known after the media picked up the story, suffered horrific emotional and physical scars.

The Nation Media Group is proud to have taken up the media campaign to secure justice for Liz and also for launching the fund-raising campaign, “Stand Up for Liz, Help Her Walk Again”, that helped pay her medical bills.

However, full justice has not been achieved because three other assailants remain at large, and neither have the local officials, who initially allowed the perpetrators to walk free, been punished.

Law to curb phone fraud

T

he mobile phone, a vital communication device, is increasingly becoming a deadly tool in the hands of fraudsters and extortionists.

Mobile phone subscribers receive numerous unsolicited messages. It is not uncommon for subscribers to receive messages on winnings in raffles they never entered.

The biggest danger is when unsuspecting people’s data is illegally captured and manipulated for the fraudsters’ gain or to further the designs of political or other groups. Many people have found their names entered in the membership rolls of organisations they have no links with, blatantly infringing on their privacy. It is in response to these concerns that the Cabinet approved the Data Protection Bill.

The legislation is intended to curb abuse of personal data and increase accountability in the way individuals and institutions handle confidential information given to them by customers in the course of their operations. Considering the rampant interference with mobile phone subscribers’ privacy, this proposed law could not have come at a better time. We hope the MPs will, as they debate the Bill, enhance and not dilute the provisions to secure personal data.

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CONSPIRACY | Jaindi Kisero

The intrigues targeting KTDA do not augur well for health of tea industry I

have gone through the findings and recommendations of a recent report by Deloitte on the tea sector in Kenya. My views on this report? What a hatchet job! Clearly, the consultants approached this task as if it was an exercise in validating the preconceived views of their paymasters The consultants have completely failed to grasp the fundamentals of the tea industry, done a poor job of diagnosing the problems facing farmers, and ended up with recommendations that point to manifest disaster.

It is reckless to suggest that the Kenya Tea Development Authority (KTDA), the world’s largest tea marketer, be dismantled merely because some self-absorbed politicians are shouting at you to do so. This consultancy job should have been left to experts on tea or commodity trading.

The current structure of KTDA is as a result of painstaking planning, the aim being to create a vertically integrated corporate entity that can enjoy economies of scale. The idea was to bring tea factories under one roof, manage high fixed costs, and have a balance sheet large enough to support long-term capital expenditure projects for tea factories.

In pursuit of this model, KTDA has over the years expanded into insurance, banking, electricity generation, tea packaging, and marketing.

KTDA is not the reason the tea industry is not doing well. The problems the industry is facing are a result of a fundamental structural problem. In fact, the success of the tea industry is usually a function of price multiplied by quantity.

Thus, if you track the value output of tea sold by this country over a long period of time, you will realise that it has been more or less a constant figure for many years. The more the quantity goes up, the more the prices come down.

And, how do you resolve this problem? You must fix two things: first, go into value-addition in a major way, by processing, packaging, and branding your tea and, second, aggressively promote a big and viable domestic market for the

At play is a perennial battle for control of the company, pitting the political elite from tea growing areas in Rift Valley”

commodity. In this country, we have failed to correct this structural problem.

You cannot have a sustainably successful tea industry in the long term if you do not do these two things. The Brazilians learnt this with their coffee several years ago and successfully built a domestic market that consumes nearly 50 per cent of their coffee. We export in excess of 80 per cent of ours.

Indeed, the model of over-dependence on export markets is what has killed our tourism industry. The moment the travel advisories started coming in, everything went belly-up.

So, what is the current assault on KTDA all about? It is politics, stupid. It is ironic indeed that the forces behind the current assault on KTDA claim to be motivated by the plight of the ordinary tea farmer.

At play is a perennial battle for control of the company, pitting the political elite from tea growing areas from the west of the Rift and their counterparts from east of Nakuru.

Since KTDA was privatised in 2000, it has more or less been insulated from intrigues and games of the political elite.

Yet every year, the company floats a massive fertiliser contract, which the eating chiefs are always itching to

have a hand in. Every year, KTDA floats a multi-million contract for supply for paper bags, tractors, and fleets of vehicles.

West of the Rift, private tea factories, the most recent owned by a Cabinet secretary, have recently come up.

The political elite from the west still grumble about KTDA’s decision in 2012 to buy a 15 per cent stake in Family Bank.

And it is a matter of public record that an influential politician from west of the Rift has been putting pressure on the Mombasa tea auction for a brokerage licence.

Over the years, KTDA has been the stage where the well-connected suppliers and contractors test their political might.

I still remember the perennial probe committees that the State would routinely appoint during the Moi years — especially as KTDA was about to invite tenders for fertiliser, paper bags, boilers, tractors, or fleets of vehicles.

When they could not force KTDA to cancel the contracts, they would either instigate tea boycotts or riots by farmers or sack the managing director.

It appears nothing has changed. jkisero@ke.nationmedia.com

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THE CUTTING EDGE

XENOPHOBIA | Timothy Kaberia

We should avoid falling into terrorists’ trap of turning us against each other T

he deadly terror attack on Garissa University College has been roundly condemned. The Kenya Defence Forces have reportedly responded with air strikes on Al-Shabaab hideouts in Somalia. Students have demonstrated in the streets as parents try to come to terms with the senseless death of their children. Northern Kenya leaders have urged the government to shut down the Dadaab refugee camp.

Kenya is angry, very angry.

Harbouring thoughts of hatred, revenge, bitterness, disillusionment, despair, or even xenophobia is normal in such circumstances. However, we must not allow ourselves to fall into the trap of the terrorists. We must at all costs resist falling victim to xenophobia and pandering to the wishes of Al-Shabaab.

In our current state of panic, we are already pandering to Al-Shabaab. Shutting down the Dadaab camp would be selfdefeating because we would end up ostracising people who fled Somalia for fear of AlShabaab. We would be telling the genuine refugees that we do not care about their fate and inadvertently giving them incentive to get radicalised and return to harm us.

Al-Shabaab have us where they want us. They wanted us to live in fear. They wanted us

A Kenya Defence Forces officer on patrol in Kismayu town. to start doubting our resolve to obliterate them and start looking at issues from their perspective. They wanted us to be so desperate that we would pander to their wishes. They wanted us to hate one another and turn xenophobic.

Disillusioned Kenyans are suggesting that our troops get out of Somalia because Al-Shabaab want us out. Others have suggested building a perimeter fence along the 700 km border. Yet others have adopted “self-reflection” to explain the root causes of terrorism and how we might have brought it upon ourselves.

Blame the victim, right?

The need for self-reflection cannot be overemphasised.

However we are expending a lot of energy and time focusing on the wrong issues. First,

Al-Shabaab did not invite KDF to Somalia and cannot, therefore, dictate the KDF/Amisom exit schedule. Secondly, building a fence along the common border is comical, if not outrageous. We all know that Al-Shabaab no longer needs to send its killers from Somalia because they are already well established inside Kenya.

Third, and most important, is the misplaced notion that Al-Shabaab is raising legitimate concerns. Political or social injustices inside Somalia cannot and should not be Kenya’s fault. However genuine their concerns, killing an English literature major from Kakamega will not resolve the political impasse in Mogadishu, Sana’a, or Kandahar.

Our message to Al-Shabaab or whoever else shares in their “wisdom” should read like this: “We are not going to negotiate as long as you use terrorism. Even if you have legitimate grievances but continue using terrorism, we will simply not listen to you.

We will not try to understand you and we most certainly will not change our way of life and policies to suit you. Instead we will hunt you down, chase you to the gates of hell, and destroy your networks.”

Some may argue that such a hard-line position is counterproductive, but can it get any worse than the killing of 142

innocent students? Terrorists are not ordinary criminals who can be rehabilitated. They are hardened zealots who inflict premeditated and goal-oriented pain. They are driven by ideology and states will never win the war against an ideology with velvet gloves and pandering to those who seek to maximise casualties.

There is no one-size-fits all-solution to a threat of this magnitude. However, we must leave our options open.

One, we cannot be xenophobic. Two, we must infiltrate Al-Shabaab and control their propaganda. Three, we must monitor terrorism suspects around the clock and, if necessary, intercept their communication. Four, we must restrict movement of Somali refugees in Kenya by imposing periodic reporting requirements, collectively punish corrupt border point officers, hold imams responsible for all activities at their respective mosques, conduct pre-emptive strikes, enhance strategic training, and execute targeted elimination as long as we have actionable intelligence. This way, the Garissa 148 will not have died in vain.

tries, and a bulk cargo centre.

Mandera County, which has suffered similar attacks, is expected to benefit from a warehousing facility and a re-energised livestock industry.

Isiolo County, where a resort city, an international airport, the Isiolo-Moyale highway, and other infrastructural projects are planned, is facing a border dispute with neighbouring Meru County.

Cattle rustling and long-standing conflicts between rival clans and communities continue to impede the success of Lapsset.

In Samburu, Baringo, Turkana, and Marsabit counties, banditry is likely to overshadow Lapsset’s success.

Conflicts have also erupted in Meru and Marsabit as a result of the failure by the county governments to involve communities in major developments.

Although the construction of Africa’s

SERVICES PROVIDED. Consumers are gradually winning the war to have them charged only for services actually provided, says Churchill Amatha.

Among the organisations that charge for what the consumers really use he lists Safaricom, Kenya Power, and Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company. According to Churchill, the time has come to have metered TV decoders as well. “When I pay a monthly subscription and I am away for three weeks, then for what service am I paying?” His contact is amatha@hotmail.co.uk.

IS IT EFFECTIVE? After running its new traffic system in Nairobi for about week, in which some roundabouts have been blocked, David Mbindyo says the time has come for the county to evaluate whether or not it has eased congestion. During the peak hours between the Nyayo National Stadium and the Haile Selassie roundabout, he notes, some lanes are not fully occupied, with motorists being forced to use only two. Secondly, motorists from Lang’ata to Industrial Area are staying longer on Uhuru Highway and occupying more space.” His contact is david_ mbindyo@yahoo.com.

Some of the recruits who turned up at the Kiganjo Police Training College following the President’s directive.

Insecurity and conflicts threats to Lapsset T Serious cases of insecurity have been reported in most of the 12 counties that Lapsset passes through. The region is one of the most volatile in terms of security”

UNFAIR INCREASE. The National Hospital Insurance Fund’s decision to quietly more than triple the monthly contributions of unemployed members from Sh160 to Sh500 is shocking, says Paul Mwangi, who fears that this will effectively cut out a large number of those holding casual jobs. He is personally affected, he adds, being the benefactor of some elderly people for whom he has been remitting the NHIF contributions. His contact is paulkibuku14@gmail.com.

Mr Kaberia is an assistant director of international programmes at the University of the District of Columbia, Washington DC. tim.kaberia@gmail.com

INFRASTRUCTURE | Kennedy Kimanthi

he benefits of the Lamu Port and South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (Lapsset) Corridor cannot be overstated. It is the engine of Kenya’s economy, which is expected to achieve spectacular transformation through a modern port, railway, road, pipelines, airports, resort cities, and fibre-optic infrastructure.

The underdeveloped eastern and northeastern parts of the country are perhaps where the greatest impact of the grand project is likely to be felt. However, this region is one of the most volatile as far as security is concerned. In fact, serious cases of insecurity have been reported in most of the 12 counties that Lapsset passes through. These include Lamu, Garissa, Wajir, Isiolo, Samburu, Turkana, Tana River, and Marsabit.

Garissa, the latest casualty of violence, was once listed as one of the safest counties in Kenya. Under Lapsset, an irrigation project, an export processing zone, and a food processing industry are planned for the town.

Lamu County has reported one of the country’s worst terrorist attacks. It is expected to reap from a resort city, an international airport, an international gateway port, a special economic zone, a transit container centre, an oil refinery, petro-chemical and manufacturing indus-

BY THE WATCHMAN

largest wind power plant on Lake Turkana is partly ongoing, some residents, who are mostly pastoralists, have complained that there was no public consultation over the project, which also covers a site local communities use for religious pilgrimages. They have gone to court to challenge this, saying the developments would interfere with their cultural beliefs.

In Meru, residents have also gone to court in a bid to end a protracted dispute over community land that has been turned into a game reserve. They have sued the county government and the Kenya Wildlife Service, seeking an end to interference in the 640.6 square kilometre Nyambene land.

Insecurity is an important factor for the success of Lapsset projects and also for inspiring investor confidence, therefore it is important that it is resolved quickly so as not to endanger the Lapsset.

On the other hand, county governments need to harmonise their development plans with Lapsset in order to catalyse its completion.

Improved security would open up these counties to more economic activities and prosperity.

The writer is a correspondent at the Nation Media Group’s Meru bureau. kkimanthi@ke. nationmedia.com

ICONIC ART. Before the expansion of the stretch of Nairobi’s Lang’ata Road between the Kenya Wildlife Service headquarters and the Bomas of Kenya junction, Allan Muigei recalls, there were some beautiful animal sculptures that had to be removed to clear the way for the road works. With the construction now completed, Allan wants the “iconic sculptures” restored, and he wishes they could be installed in the space in the middle of the dual carriageway, facing the gate. His contact is allkipus@yahoo.com.

NO CHANGE. As the authorities launch a new police recruitment drive, Stevenson Karanja says he is still sceptical about the possibility of this one succeeding because he does not see how it will be any different from the previously botched one. “The people who gave and received bribes to influence the recruitment last time are still free out there.” And all indications, he claims, point to the possibility of even this latest attempt ending up being challenged in court, too. His contact is kiambuman@yahoo.com.

WASTE. The leaders who have retinues of personal police guards, Sylvester Butoyi urges, should surrender some of the officers to join the rest of the force in combating the rising cases of terrorism. The leaders’ bodyguards, he adds, are only notorious for throwing around their weight and bullying other road users to clear the way for their bosses and some of them are mired in actions that raise integrity questions. His contact is ssbutoyi@gmail.com.

Have a secure day, won’t you!

E-mail: watchman@ke.nationmedia.com or write to Watchman, POB 49010, Nairobi 00100.

Fax 2213946.

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To the editor History gives lessons on how to defeat terrorism Kenya should learn from how Tanzania dealt with Ugandan dictator Idi Amin to get rid of the threat of terrorism. In 1979, Tanzania decided to retaliate for numerous acts of aggression by its neighbour. The Tanzanian president, Julius Nyerere, invaded Uganda and routed Amin, who fled into exile. Israeli commander Yoni Netanyahu quipped that the success of a mission depends on speed and precision. The security agencies should strike fast when they get a chance.

JACOB ODHIAMBO ODIPO,Siidindi

Terrorists should be held responsible The families of the suspects of terrorist attacks should not be blamed for the actions of their relatives. It is clear that the young people who get into terrorist training camps and later set out to kill innocent people are responsible for their own actions.

The fact that a man who studied law was the ringleader of the gang that killed 142 students at Garissa University College should teach us that we should be wary of everybody. The security agencies should take every intelligence report seriously.

MONG’ARE LUDIAH, Nairobi

Citizens must take charge of own security It is time wananchi took charge of their own security by training themselves in crisis management.

We should agitate for a law that makes it mandatory for high school graduates to join the National Youth Service to be trained to handle crises and other important life skills before they join colleges.

The young people can then teach these skills to others.

JUDY MUTHEU, via email.

Address grievances of youths to win battle One measure to stem terrorism among youths in northeastern Kenya is to tackle the perceptions of marginalisation and neglect. Tarmac the roads from Garissa to Mandera. This can also improve security. It takes four days to travel from Mandera to Nairobi. This is a great embarrassment in this day and age.

ABDIKADIR ADEN-DEVII, Garissa

The editor welcomes brief letters on topical issues. Write on e-mail to: mailbox@ ke.nationmedia.com. You can also mail to: The Editor, Daily Nation, POB 49010, Nairobi 00100. Letters may be edited for clarity, space or legal considerations.

SHORT TAKES

TALKING POINT

Do not allow terrorists to destroy Kenya’s tolerance and acceptance

T

he Al-Shabaab Attack in Kenya was intended to test Kenyan tolerance. I am a Somali-American who is horrified

by Al-Shabaab’s barbaric attack at Garissa University College. I am also writing this as an individual who lived in Kenya between 2004 and 2006 as a high school student in Nairobi.

At that time, and even now, with many years to reflect on my experience in Kenya, I was in awe of how the Kenyan people, despite or perhaps because of their multi-ethnic and religious composition, are tolerant, diverse, and able to coexist peacefully.

I remember travelling to rural Kenya with a first cousin who wears a veil and how the average rural Kenyan did not give her a second glance because she looked different. Now this cousin is in America and every time I go out with her to the malls, everyone looks at her as if she is an alien from Mars. I think Kenyans are the most tolerant people I have ever encountered.

Al-Shabaab would like to create a rift among Kenyans along religious lines. In order to recognise and fight these groups’ tactics, politicians and the media should take care not to fall prey to their evil tactics. Kenyans, standing together, can overcome recurrent terrorism if they unite against terrorists as public enemies with neither religious conviction nor ethnicity, only committed to terrorising specific groups.

When the stakes are high, con-

FILE | NATION

University students light candles to honour 148 Kenyans who were killed at Garissa University College during a peaceful demonstration in Karatina town. fronting a challenge could be a daunting task for any country. This is even more difficult for Kenya, which is living through the pain of modernisation and democratic maturity.

Northeastern Kenya, inhabited by ethnic Kenyan Somali and heavily infiltrated by the terrorists, has had a history of marginalisation and neglect. The residents do not feel fully Kenyan. The infrastructure and education are in a poor state.

The government should avoid seeing the Al-Shabaab threat through a religious lens. It should also avoid profiling Somali refu-

gees as harbouring the terrorists’ destructive ideology.

The government should not set up a police state in the northeastern region. It needs to reach out to religious communities and equip local governments with the resources to identify and prevent extremist elements.

In the long term, the government needs to invest in the infrastructure and education of the region. This will help to reduce extremism, alienation, and poverty. The changes would lessen the social divisions that are a barrier to much-needed political unity among Kenyans.

MOHAMED ASHOUR, Ohio University

We must rethink the whole process if we are to win anti-graft war For the President and the country to succeed in the war against corruption, we need to make the process simple. How? First, the President should make it clear what he wants from everybody working in the government.

Clarity is paramount if one needs to succeed and is usually achieved when words are matched with actions. Appointing people with questionable characters is not clarity. A hands-on approach is mandatory. In a country that has sunk to the level ours has, the chief executive cannot afford to delegate. He should make all civil servants accountable for their actions.

All the organisations involved in fighting corruption should approve all stages of government projects

where public money is involved. The President should always be in the picture where such projects are concerned. These bodies should play an advisory role and prevent loss of money.

Qualified people should be engaged to manage the affairs of the State to minimise cases of incompetence and disregard for the rule of law that are currently prevalent in the government.

Finally, the President should get good advisers who are committed to fighting corruption, understand the dynamics of how graft networks operate, and have a track record in the management of public resources and affairs.

JOB KAIKAI, via email

Emails from correspondents

STEP ASIDE: While appearing before the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, former Lands Cabinet secretary Charity Ngilu sensationally claimed that President Kenyatta was aware of some of the deals that landed her on the infamous List of Shame. Now the question is: will the EACC have the courage to summon the President to respond to Mrs Ngilu’s allegations? What are the constitutional and legal implications?

Will the President also be required to “step aside” until the EACC concludes its investigations?

ENOCK ONSANDO, Mombasa UNITY: It is no easy task uniting communities. In Kenya, we always understate the problem of tribalism and seem to think that it can be resolved by simply wishing it away and preaching against it. The truth of the matter is that as long as our language and cultural differences remain acute, disharmony and friction are inevitable. It is disappointing that even scholars have not found any solutions to offer against tribalism other than the platitude of “unity in diversity”. This is a positive democratic ideal worth aspiring for.

SIMBA MWAGUI, Othaya SPORTS WOES: The sorry state of sports in Kenya is worrying. The recent scandal on match-fixing is annoying to football fans. Doping among our famous athletes is threatening the sport. Boxing is, for all intents and purposes, dead. Rugby is wobbling along, exchanging coaches after each dismal performance. As a diehard sports fan, I think the sector needs to be revisited. I would propose inviting all sportsmen to a seminar to sensitise them on sport as a national pride. Sports is critical for good quality work.

DAVID KINYANJUI, via email CONSULTATION: What became of the principle of consultation and participation of the people, either directly or through their representatives, in major decisions that affect their lives? In the recent past, there have been pronouncements that have caused disquiet because stakeholders were not consulted. The Ministry of Education is a leading culprit, with many questioning many of its policy pronouncements. I think such decisions as building a wall across Kenya’s border with Somalia and sending away refugees should have the input of Parliament as the people’s representatives.

JOB MOMANYI, Nairobi

YESTERDAY’S QUESTION

DEBATE QUESTION

What is your opinion on placing headteachers under the control of the Education CS?

What is your opinion on the sentence passed on the culprits in the Liz gang rape case?

BRIAN MALA: Headteachers always come up with excuses to solicit money from parents. The new rules will stop this and harmonise fees and other payments. CHARLES NZIOKA: Let teachers be independent to perform their duties. TSC will deal with non-performing teachers and discipline. JOHNSON KABIRU: This will cause conflict in schools as the headteachers will not be able to manage teachers, who will be under a different management (TSC).

Prof Kaimenyi should rescind the Gazette notice. VICTOR ABUKA: That is an illegality that will be contested in court. ABASS AHMED: Prof Kaimenyi is be-

ing tyrannical and trying to avert attention from allegations of corruption in his ministry. ANAM ECHAKARI: The new rules will cause unnecessary conflict.

Employment and deployment of teachers is solely the mandate of the TSC. It is against the Constitution. MONG’ARE LUDIAH: Prof Kaimenyi should focus on seeking solutions rather than creating problems. The education sector is already bedevilled by myriad problems. STEPHEN KANGOGO: The era of issuing directives is long gone. Teachers should be consulted on the best way to improve discipline and education. The CS should encourage dialogue.

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Kandie urged to fast-track appointment of parastatal boards

BY NATION CORRESPONDENT Tourism players in western Kenya have asked Cabinet Secretary Phyllis Kandie to speed up the setting up of boards at parastatals falling under her ministry.

The Western Circuit Tourism Association said lack of boards in the parastatals have hurt efforts to market Kenya as a tourism destination.

The association also wants Mrs Kandie to fund the promotion of tourism in the region.

Chief executive Phelix Obuya said in a letter to the CS that the association wanted more resources to be put into local tourism.

“For regional balance, we propose that some of our members be considered for positions in the national parastatal boards,” he said.

Mr Obuya cited the example of the Tourism Fund that has been unable to advance credit to investors because it had no board to approve disbursements.

In October 2014, the ministry

said it would soon forward names of nominees to the relevant authorities for vetting and approval.

Yesterday, Mrs Kandie admitted that the lack of boards was hurting the industry but was non-committal about when the positions would be filled.

“The positions will be filled once normal appointment procedures are through,” she said through public relations officer Kaplich Barsito.

Other parastatals without boards are the Kenya Tourism Board, Utalii

College, Kenya Tourism Development Corporation, Bomas of Kenya, Hotels and Restaurants Authority and Kenyatta International Conference Centre.

In its proposals on how to improve tourism in the lake region, the Western Circuit Tourism Association wants to introduce boat cruises in Lake Victoria.

“Based on the success of past events, we believe cruise tourism can be very attractive to domestic tourists,” Mr Obuya said.

The association also proposed to promote culture and heritage sites as tourism attractions.

“There are marvellous sites in western Kenya that the ministry should exploit and market locally and internationally to tourists,” the association said.

The requests coincided with last week’s three-day tour of Kisumu, Siaya, Kakamega and Elgeyo-Marakwet counties by Mrs Kandie and a team from the Kenya Tourism Board.

SECURITY | Leader backs devolution

Kenya safe to visit, says US senator Lawmaker says many rely on travel advisories due to ignorance on security situation

BY GEOFFREY RONO marukware@yahoo.com

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US senator has criticised the travel advisories imposed against Kenya by Western countries.

South Dakota Senator Craig Tieszen said yesterday terrorism threats and attacks are a global problem and not isolated to Kenya.

He said all countries must work together to fight the terrorism threat.

The assertion comes ahead of the planned visit to Kenya

by US President Barack Obama in July this year.

“Kenya is safe for tourists from across the world to visit.

I have been around for two weeks visiting families and my former students in Bomet and Kericho counties and I can assure everyone out there that the rural parts of Kenya are safe,” Mr Tieszen said.

He said many Americans rely on the travel advisories because they are ignorant about the security situation in Kenya.

“I was here when the tragic terrorism attack occurred in Garissa where 148 people died.

But you can see I am safe. I have been living among friends and moving around freely,” said the senator when he paid a courtesy call on Bomet Deputy Governor Stephen Mutai at the county headquarters.

He also visited the Bomet County Assembly and county education offices.

“Every country in the world has its safe zones and areas which are prone to terrorism.

I would advise tourists to visit rural Kenya like Bomet and Kericho,” he said.

Mr Tieszen, who was a teacher at Litein Boys High

School between 1971 and 1975, said he was on a private visit to the country with his wife Debrah to see his former students.

“I have been to West Pokot and Maasai Mara Game Reserve in Narok County and the sceneries are breath-taking. Kericho and Bomet should tap into the tourism circuit as it has a great potential to attract thousands of foreigners for investments and tourism,” he said.

The senator called on Kenyans and the leadership to fully embrace devolution, saying the impact was already being felt in the grassroots.

“It is important for Kenyans to fully acquaint themselves with devolution and support it for the general good of the people at the grassroots,” Mr Tieszen said.

For his part , Mr Mutai praised the US government for the programmes it was undertaking in Bomet, especially on design and development of the county strategic investments plan, value addition of food crops, implementing water projects and capacity building of staff.

“The county has created an enabling environment for investments and we are inviting businessmen from the US to invest in the hospitality industry and agribusiness,” he said.

Every country in the world has its safe zones and areas which are prone to terrorism. I would advise tourists to visit rural Kenya like Bomet and Kericho” South Dakota Senator Craig Tieszen

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SOMALIA BORDER WALL >

Immigration boss presides at groundbreaking for 700-kilometre barrier P. 22

KU STAGES BEST PLAY AT FETE >

City varsity leads pack in their category as private schools shine at drama festival P. 26

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NAIROBI | Minister pledges to help unclog city reeling under traffic jams Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero (left) and Acting Transport Cabinet Secretary James Macharia address journalists yesterday at City Hall.

They announced the temporary removal of barriers at the Bunyala Road and Lusaka Road roundabouts on Uhuru Highway. This is designed to ease traffic as the government continues to implement traffic reforms in the city.

BRIEFLY Busia >

Health services paralysed as casual workers go on strike

SALATON NJAU | NATION

Kidero does U-turn over city highway roundabouts Governor removes barriers but insists the drums will be back on Friday after by-pass is opened

BY OTIATO GUGUYU @googooyuh dotiato@ke.nationmedia.com

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airobi governor Evans Kidero yesterday succumbed to pressure from motorists and ordered the barriers blocking two roundabouts removed.

However, Dr Kidero said the barriers blocking motorists from turning right at Bunyala Road/ Uhuru Highway roundabout and Lusaka/Lang’ata Roads roundabout will only be removed until Friday, when the Southern bypass will be reopened.

All the heavy commercial vehicles use the by-pass, which is under construction and so they are forced to use Uhuru Highway, compounding the traffic jam.

Through social media, motorists have been piling pressure on City Hall to remove drums blocking the roundabouts saying the Dr Kidero-led government had failed in its attempt to deal with

POLITICAL BATTLE

Sonko moves to court over plan

BY VINCENT AGOYA Nairobi Senator Mike Sonko has moved to court to challenge the decision by Governor Evans Kidero to restructure county urban roads stating the move goes against the larger public interest.

This came as the Central Organisation of Trade Unions boss Francis Atwoli asked Dr Kidero to revert to the previous traffic arrangement saying a lot of man-hours were being lost in the jams.

In an application certified urgent yesterday before Justice Mumbi Ngugi , Sonko says that the restructuring of roads leading to the city centre which have affected Uhuru Highway , Bunyala Road, Westlands and Langata roads “is unlawful and has instead caused a traffic

traffic jams.

“These Kidero drums don’t work. Total grid lock on Msa Rd plus feeder roads in South C,” one of the complainant said via Twitter handle @Ma3Route.

But the Governor called for

nightmare for motorists using the affected roads, occasioning economic losses and posing grave danger to road users.”

The senator has told the court that the county government did not involve the public before coming up with the decision to cancel “right turns.

He wants the county government and the Transport ministry punished for “occasioning economic losses and suffering.”

patience. He said motorists have complained of persistent traffic gridlock due to the closure of the Southern By-pass. The new traffic plan led to the barricading of five main roundabouts along Mombasa Road, Uhuru Highway

and Waiyaki Way to prevent motorists from turning right.

Yesterday Dr Kidero said the other affected roundabouts, including that of Westlands and the Old Nation ones will remain closed.

He said 30 per cent of the vehicles on Uhuru Highway were trailers which are supposed to use the Southern By-pass.

He was speaking at City Hall accompanied by Acting Transport Cabinet Secretary James Macharia.

The minister announced that the Southern Bypass will be reopened on Friday.

Dr Macharia said the contractor was working 14 hours to ensure the bypass is completed on time.

He said the national government was committed to finding a lasting solution to the traffic crisis in the city but urged Kenyans to obey traffic rules.

Dr Kidero stated that the plan to remove five main roundabouts and replace them with intersections will still continue.

“We are just reviewing strategy and tweaking plans but the plan is on,” he said.

The Nairobi Governor added that work on complete removal of the roundabouts will begin in 10 days in a project that will cost Sh388 million.

Essential services at the Busia County Referral Hospital were paralysed yesterday after casual workers went on a go-slow over unpaid salaries.

“We have not been paid for the last three months, we are victimised and given suspension letters when we ask for our money,” one worker, Mr Peter Otieno, said. The worst hit departments are the maternity wing, the kitchen, and laundry. A spot check by the Nation found that patients had not eaten from Monday evening while those in the maternity wing were sleeping on soiled beddings. Speaking to Nation, Busia medical superintendent Janerose Ambuchi admitted the workers have not been paid.

— Linet Wafula

Siaya >

Maseno Varsity workers say 30 animals have died at farmhouse Maseno University workers have sounded the alarm over the big number of animals dying at the farmhouse. They say almost 30 cows and pigs have died in the past two months due to negligence.

Speaking to the Nation yesterday, the workers claimed some sick animals were slaughtered and their meat taken to the university cafeteria.

However, University PR Officer Jaspher Otieno said only 10 calves had died. “They developed resistance to some drugs. The deaths did not take place in one day. We had been using bominex drug for some time now but have changed to a more tolerant one,” he said.

—Silas Apollo

Kisumu >

Council extends deadline for national exams registration The deadline for registration of national examinations has been extended by one week following a request by school heads. The Kenya National Examinations Council had required schools to register all students by April 10. The teachers, however, said the website was slow and thousands risked being locked out. Kenya Secondary School Heads Association chairman John Awiti (above) yesterday said the council has heeded their plea and moved the deadline to April 17. “This is the second time Knec is postponing the deadline. The first time there was a problem with the system and the date was moved from March 31 to April 10,” he said. “As long as the problem persists, the deadline may not be met,” he said.

— Anita chepkoech

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COUNTY NEWS > ROUND-UP Bungoma > 62-year-old sought over rape of minor

Kisumu |

No pay rise, no work, declare medical college staff Kisumu’s Kenya Medical Training College workers protest yesterday at the institution to demand their employer implements a salary agreement. Operations were grounded at the college as the strike by the members of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotel, Educational Institutions, Hospitals, and Allied Workers entered its second day.

Police are searching for a 62year-old man who allegedly defiled a minor in Madisi, Bungoma West Sub-County.

The man is said to have committed the offence on March 20 when the girl had gone to fetch water from a borehole at his home. Girls Advocacy Initiative is helping the victim’s mother seek justice. The lobby’s director, Mrs Rebecca Masibanyi, said they have been following up the matter with the police at Chwele.

She said the suspect had fled the area. The director asked county leaders to set up a rescue centre.

— Raphael Wanjala

Kisii > New avocado factory to be built in region A new avocado factory is being constructed in the county. The factory will be a relief to farmers, whose earnings dwindled following the closure of the only avocado processor in the region.

The Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute would assist the factory in producing avocado products such as oil, animal feeds and juices, said agriculture committee chairman Charles Maina Onchong’a.

— Duncan Ageta

Migori > Lands office reopens after almost 10 days County Lands offices have been reopened after about 10 days.

Lands Executive Elizabeth Ochaye said they took the decision to reorganise files and digitise operations. The closure occurred soon after Lands Registrar Edward Bosire was transferred to Nairobi. It was also a time a row between the Catholic Church and the county government over the ownership of 50-acre Rapogi Agricultural Farm erupted.

—Elisha Otieno

Tharaka-Nithi > County to sue college over campus location Leaders from the county have threatened to sue the Kenya Medical Training College board for changing the location of a campus. Mr Icenga Mugao, the political adviser of Governor Samuel Ragwa (below), said the campus would now be set up at the Chuka General Hospital instead of the Tharaka General Hospital. He said 11 acres had already been acquired for the institution in Tharaka.

— Alex Njeru

TOM OTIENO | NATION

Kericho > Residents to pay more for water in new plan

Meru > Sons held over father’s killing in land dispute

Isiolo > 65 foreign prisoners go on hunger strike

Samburu > Hunt for cattle rustlers gets under way

Residents of Kericho will pay more for water if a proposed increase in tariffs is approved.

Lake Victoria South Water Services Board has announced plans to review tariffs “to attain full cost recovery, undertake minor investments and meet conditions to improve service delivery”. The notice, dated April 10, has given the public 30 days to present their concerns regarding the proposed rates.

— Ruth Nderitu

A 65-year-old man, Josphat Kanunkiri, was yesterday allegedly killed by his sons for selling the family land in Kabachi, Meru. Assistant chief Tabitha Muthenya said the sons quarrelled with their father, hurled stones at him and cut him to death using pangas. The body was taken to Meru Level Five Hospital mortuary. The suspects are being held at Kamweline Police Station.

— Dickson Mwiti

More than 60 Ethiopian inmates at Isiolo GK Prison have gone a hunger strike. The 65 foreigners are serving jail terms of three months each for being in the country illegally. The prisoners said they they had been unfairly imprisoned as they did not know it was illegal to enter Kenya without a permit.

They also said they did not like the food. They had all pleaded guilty and were fined Sh200,000 each or serve a three-month jail.

— Vivian Jebet

County Commissioner Joshua Nkanatha yesterday launched a mission to recover stolen cattle in Samburu North following an agreement with neighbouring counties. Mr Nkanatha said the mission had been delayed because government planes were being used elsewhere. “We hope to arrest rustlers and take them to court,” the county chief told journalists in his Maralal office yesterday.

—Johnston Keti

Vihiga > Akaranga plans to hire county mouthpiece

COUNTY IN NUMBERS

Nakuru > Seven deny burninng down school property

Laikipia > End attacks by wild animals, officials told

The county government will hire a spokesperson to improve communication. Governor Moses Akaranga said yesterday he recognised the importance of informing the public about the county’s activities and he had directed senior officers to part with any information the public might require. The governor’s office already has a press unit headed by Mr Peter Atsiaya.

— Derick Luvega

Residents of Ugenya in Siaya County who are set to be enrolled in NHIF by a local NGO

Seven villagers were yesterday charged with burning down school property in Nakuru. The accused, who appeared before a Nakuru court, denied setting ablaze property of Elimu High School worth Sh20 million and were released on a Sh200,000 bond each. The court also heard that they were found with items allegedly stolen from the buildings, which belong to Mr Vitar Singh. Hearing was set for June 22.

— James Kariuki

County officials have been urged to find a solution to humanwildlife conflict. Senator G. G. Kariuki said all stakeholders must be involved in the management of wild animals. He said wild animals must be barred from settled areas, where they have been killing and maiming people and destroying crops.

Construction of a 60-kilometre electric fence to keep wild animals away began last week.

— Muchiri Gitonga

Murang’a > Stadiums to be repaired for promotion of sports

Kirinyaga > Woman found hanging in suspected suicide

Stadiums in the county are to be upgraded to national level so as to nurture sports and talent. In each sub-county, one stadium will be renovated, Sports and Youth executive Edward Muiruri said.

Already, Ihura Stadium in Murang’a Town is being repaired at a cost of Sh30 million. “The ground was dusty and neglected but the county government has managed to give it a face-lift by planting grass and now we are putting up a perimeter wall then terraces,” Mr Muiruri said.

— Martin Mwaura

A woman was yesterday found dead in her house at Gachigi Village. The 55-year-old woman’s son found her hanging from the rafters with a rope around her neck and police suspect it might be suicide. The county deputy police commander, Mr Charles Ontita, said Mr Moses Kinyua became worrried when his mother did not wake up in the morning and went to find out what had happened to her.

— George Munene

Siaya> 50,000 set to join health insurance plan Nearly 50,000 residents of Ugenya Sub County will be enrolled in the National Hospital Insurance Fund by the end of April. Mr Francis Oloo, the chief executive of an NGO, Moyie Dongruok Dala, said they have set aside Sh1 million for this. He spoke to journalists at Sigweng’ Karuoth Primary School and said the deaths of mothers and children in the area would be prevented.

—Nelcon Odhiambo

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Ethiopian inmates who have gone on a hunger strike at the Isiolo GK Prison, saying they do not like the food

615,235 Hectares under maize in the Rift Valley region last year.

Sh100m What Kakamega County has set aside to rehabilitate Mwihila Mission Hospital in Khwisero

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COUNTY NEWS > ROUND-UP Nakuru > Woman denies lacing man’s drink with drug

Kilifi > Man crushed to death by falling palm tree

A woman yesterday denied lacing a lawyer’s drink with drugs and stealing items valued at Sh450,000. The court was told that Nancy Akinyi posed as a university student when she met Mr Steve Kabita on the night of November 3. The prosecutor said Akinyi accompanied the lawyer to his house after a round of drinks at a popular bar. She then laced Mr Kabita’s glass of water with the drug when he went for a short call. Akinyi was released on a Sh200,000 bond with surety of a similar amount. The case will be heard on April 19.

—James Kariuki

A man died on the spot when a palm tree he had sold fell on him yesterday in Mtondia Village. Mr Kaingu Mzungu, 66, died shortly after he had sold the tree to his neighbour to get money for his family’s upkeep. The father of 13 was about to have his breakfast when he noticed children playing close to the tree that was being cut down by the buyer. He rushed to chase the children away from danger of the falling tree.

Instead, he became the victim as the tree landed on his head, killing him instantly, according to his sons.

— Kazungu Samuel

Some of the 26 former soldiers jailed for life will argue their appeal against their sentences separately. Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions Alexander Muteti told the court that some lawyers had instructions to argue their appeals separately. “In that case, consolidation of the matter is out of question,” Mr Muteti said yesterday. Mid last month, the court declined to release the men on bond, pending hearing and determination of their appeals. The appeals will be heard on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week.

—Philip Muyanga

Kericho > Devolve education for disabled, says governor

Kakamega > Sh100m to be used for repair of local hospital

Nyeri > Woman charged with strangling her baby

The county government has set aside Sh100 million for rehabilitation of the collapsed Mwihila Mission hospital in Khwisero constituency. Governor Wycliffe Oparanya said he will hold talks with Church of God leaders to speed up plans to revive the facility that collapsed over 10 years ago. Speaking during a burial in Khwisero on Monday evening, Mr Oparanya said the infrastructure should not be left to go to waste.

—John Shilitsa

A woman has been charged with killing her four-month-old daughter. Ms Priscah Wangechi Gichoi is accused of strangling the baby at Githuri Village in Mathari Sub-Location. She allegedly committed the offence on April 10. She denied the allegations yesterday before a Nyeri magistrate and was released on a Sh200,000 bond.

The case will be mentioned on April 28.

— Faith Nyamai

Kericho Governor Paul Chepkwony (above) wants education of persons living with disability devolved. Speaking at the stadium when he officially opened the Special Schools National Games and Sports Championships, Prof Chepkwony said county governments were best placed to handle issues affecting persons living with disability. He said the national government should only manage the school’s payroll. The games, which officially kicked off in Kericho on Monday, are expected to end on Saturday. More than 2,400 participants from eight regions will battle it out for football, para-volleyball and ball games championships.

—Timothy Kemei

Mombasa |

Food kiosk owners defy ban

West Pokot > Don’t lock in disabled children, residents told

Nyamira > Varsity ready to offer medical courses Mount Kenya University is ready to partner with Kisii and Nyamira Counties to offer medicine courses once the two county hospitals are upgraded to teaching and referral level.

Last Monday, MKU Director Thomas Omao Getabu said the management of the University was ready to finance teaching programmes if the two county governments agreed to sign an agreement with it.

—Henry Nyarora

Mombasa > Appeals for ex-soldiers to be heard separately

LABAN WALLOGA | NATION

A man prepares chapatis at an open kiosk in Makadara Grounds, Mvita Constituency, yesterday. This was happening despite the order on closure of food and water kiosks by the county government to curb the spread of cholera. Two people have so far died while several others are receiving treatment in various hospitals.

Residents have been urged to report families that hide disabled children. Half of the county’s disabled population cannot be reached, according Rehab Mission, a non-governmental organisation. “We urge residents to expose those who have been hidden for them to get help,” said Mr Tom Mulati, the lobby group’s coordinator. He said there were more than 20,000 disabled people in the county who had not received any help.

— Oscar Kakai

Meru > Food hawking banned over cholera fears

Embu > Good Samaritan comes to pregnant girls’ rescue

Mombasa > Ministry wants decision about school reviewed

Nakuru > Sand harvesters to buy buses as crashes take toll

Nyandarua > Hospital watchman attacks patient

The hawking of food has been banned in the county following a cholera outbreak in other regions. Acting Director of Public Health Ephantus Kariuki ordered unhygienic food premises closed and banned hawking of cooked food as a precaution. He said his office would ensure all hotels and kiosks comply with public health standards. The risk of the spread of water-borne diseases is high during the rainy season, he noted. Last month, a cholera outbreak was reported in Kisii and Homa Bay counties. At least six people died and 80 others were treated after a similar outbreak in Migori county.

— Kennedy Kimanthi

Two girls in Embu North subcounty who recently dropped out of school after falling pregnant were yesterday rescued by a good Samaritan. The girls, aged 15, will be housed at the Bel Wop Rescue Centre in Nyeri County after their plight was highlighted in the Nation. One of the girls was in Class Six when she was defiled by a 74-year-old neighbour while the other was raped by a 33-yearold farm hand. Speaking in Embu Town, the director of the rescue centre, Ms Veronica Wambui, said the girls would return to school and their babies taken care of until they complete their education.

— Charles Wanyoro

The Ministry of Education wants the court to review its decision compelling it to register a primary school as a private institution.

Through Mr Richard Ngari, the ministry said the Basic Education Act came into force on January 25, 2013 before it could comply with the order. Mr Ngari asked the court to order the registered trustees of Baptist Convection of Kenya who run Kiembeni Baptist Church Primary School through the County Education Board to submit its application to the National Education Board for consideration and approval. The trustees want the ministry’s application dismissed.

The ruling will be on May 29.

—Philip Muyanga

Sand harvesters in Naivasha will buy buses to be transporting more than 300 youth involved in mining.

The group’s chairman John Murigu said 10 harvesters have died in the last few months in road accidents involving lorries transporting the sand. Speaking after prayer sessions held along the accident prone Narok-Maai Mahiu road, he, at the meantime, cautioned loaders against hanging precariously on lorries transporting sand. Sand loaders M6 chairman James Munyiri complained that they were losing youths to accidents.

—Macharia Mwangi

A guard yesterday attacked a patient at the J.M. Kariuki Hospital in Ol Kalau, disrupting services. Mr Katito Musyoka said he had asked the guard to allow him to walk out of the hospital’s compound to buy food in nearby kiosks, but the watchman declined. The patient then went into the hospital kitchen to look for food, but the guard pounced on him, he said. Other patients attacked the watchman before he was rescued by his colleagues, who locked him in a room. He was later whisked away by police.

— David Macharia

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Mombasa | Developer applied to have directive set aside

Nyali residents fail to halt building of flats Judge reverses order stopping construction over failure to disclose another case

BY PHILIP MUYANGA @philipmuyanga pmuyanga@ke.nationmedia.com

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esidents of the upmarket Nyali Estate have suffered a setback after a court ruled that construction can continue of apartments they had objected to.

Justice Anyara Emukule withdrew the directive he had granted New Nyali Residents Association officials who are opposed to the construction of high-rise buildings on two plots within the estate.

The residents had argued that the there was no public participation in the change of user.

“At no stage should the court embarrass itself by issuing contradictory orders from two parallel processes,” said the judge.

Justice Emukule said he had informed the lawyers that he issued the conservatory orders on the sole grounds of an alleged illegality. He added that the existence of another suit between the same parties had not been disclosed to him either in the application or in oral arguments.

The ruling by the court was after a developer of one of the plots, Mr Fuad Mohamed, successfully applied to have the orders set aside.

His lawyer, Mr Gikandi Ngibuini, said the petitioners

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At no stage should the court embarrass itself by issuing contradictory orders from two parallel processes” Judge Anyara Emukule

went to court but did not inform it about the existence of a similar case before another court “It is the duty of the ex parte applicant to make full disclosure of material that has a bearing on a case,” said Mr Ngibuini.

He added that had the court been made aware of the existence of a similar suit, it was likely that it would not have granted the orders without looking at it.

Their lawyer, Mr William Wameyo, argued that failure to extend the orders would be allowing the other party to benefit from its own mischief.

The officials — Mr Said Tahir, Mr Steven Ogwapit and Mr Hubert Seifert — want Mr Mohamed and Hydro Luxurious Apartment Ltd restrained from carrying out developments on two parcels of land within Nyali Estate.

“The petitioners are mandated by the members and the association’s constitution to inquire into all circumstances involving the issuance of licences and approvals for developments within New Nyali,” they say in their application.

INTERNATIONAL TENDER NOTICE National Oil Corporation of Kenya (National Oil) hereby invites sealed tenders from interested and eligible candidates from Kenya and /or International to tender for: Tender Ref No. NOCK/PRC/03(1004)

Tender Name Tender for Provision of 2D Cableless Seismic Data Acquisition Services at Block 14T of Kenya.

Closing Date & Time (East Africa Time) 11th May 2015 at 1100hrs

Interested candidates may view/obtain/download the above tender documents at www.nationaloil.co.ke or at Procurement Department, National Oil Corporation of Kenya, AON Minet House, 7th Floor, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi, Kenya.

The tender documents downloaded from the website are free of charge. The candidates who download the tender documents must register their details with the National Oil Procurement Department via email to the email addresses given in the tender document in order to receive any clarifications and/or addenda. Tender documents collected in hardcopy are to be issued upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs.1,000 or USD 10 in form of cash deposited at the National Oil`s bank accounts given in the tender documents..

Tenders in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “Tender for Provision of 2D Cableless Seismic Data Acquisition Services at Block 14T of Kenya Ref: NOCK/PRC/03(1004)” with the instructions “Do not open before 11th May 2015 at 1100hrs, should be addressed to: The Chief Executive Officer National Oil Corporation of Kenya AON Minet House, 7th Floor Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road P O Box 58567 – 00200, Nairobi and deposited in the Tender Box located at AON Minet House, 5th Floor, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi between 0800hrs and 1700hrs (East Africa Time), on or before 11th May 2015 at 1100hrs. Late submissions shall automatically be disqualified whatever the circumstances.

Tenders will be opened soon thereafter at National Oil Offices – Boardroom, 5th Floor, AON Minet House, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi, in the presence of tenderers and/or their representatives who may wish to attend.

The tender documents are not transferable.

National Oil reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders either in whole or in part.

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Baringo | How fit are you?

Nakuru >

Kenyans rally to detained baby’s rescue

BY WANJIRU MACHARIA

CHEBOITE KIGEN | NATION

A Kenya Wildlife Service officer examines a prospective ranger during the recruitment in Kabarnet Town yesterday. Hundreds turned up but only 11 young men and two women qualified to join the service.

A woman whose baby was detained at a private hospital in Nakuru received overwhelming response from the public after the Nation highlighted her plight.

Ms Olivia Osidiana’s baby was trending on the internet under harsh-tag ReleasebabyJeremy with thousands of people demanding his release from the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital where he had been detained for close to three-and-ahalf months.

The public condemned the action, with others urging the family to establish a pay bill number to raise money.

Nakuru County Assembly of Speaker Susan Kihika promised to settle the bill in two or three days but the pledge did not stop the public from rallying Kenyans into contributing for the child’s release.

By around 5.30pm yesterday, the paybill number had been set up.

Ms Osidiana delivered her son through Caesarian Section at a private hospital but the new-born developed complications, prompting doctors to transfer him.

“I regained consciousness only to be told my child had been moved to another hospital as he had breathing complications,” said Ms Osidiana.

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Lamu | We’re not closing border, says Immigration boss

ATHMAN OMAR | NATION

A National Youth Service earth mover clears the ground at Kiunga for the construction of a fence along the Kenya-Somalia border yesterday, when the work began. The fence is meant to prevent terrorists and illegal immigrants from crossing into Kenya.

Kenya begins fencing border with Somalia Barrier meant to seal holes used by terrorists to move across countries

BY KALUME KAZUNGU @KalumeSamuel skazungu@ke.nationmedia.com

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he construction of a 700-kilometre security fence along the KenyaSomalia border has begun.

The fence is meant to control movement between the two countries to curb the entry of terrorists and illegal immigrants into Kenya.

Director for Immigration Major-General (Rtd) Gordon Kihalangwa, who yesterday led the ground breaking at Kiunga in Lamu East, said the best available security technology would be employed.

CCTV cameras would be installed at strategic points to detect illegal entry into Kenya, he said. The fence would help to reduce attacks in Kenya by

Somalia-based Al-Shabaab militants.

Members of the terrorist group have launched a series of attacks in Kenya, the latest being the massacre of 147 people at Garisssa University College.

“We have decided we want to know who is entering our country and to control from which points they access the country,” said Maj-Gen Kihalangwa.

REACTION

Timamy backs security plan Governor Issa Timamy said he fully supported the erection of a security fence between Kenya and Somalia, arguing it would help in ensuring peace and in Lamu County.

He had begun enlightening the county’s residents on the importance of the fence, he told the Nation by phone yesterday.

“We will be taking the biometric data of those passing into Kenya, including their finger prints, bio-data, facial identification and the activities they will be undertaking while in both countries to avoid any suspicious characters entering our territory.”

He clarified that Kenya was not closing its border with Somalia, saying there would be designated border posts complete with a police post and customs and registration offices.

Security organs

National Youth Service personnel are building the fence.

They are being guarded by the Kenya Defence Forces, the Rural Border Patrol Unit and other security organs.

County Commissioner Fredrick Ndambuki said his office would coordinate different government agencies to ensure the fence is erected successfully. “The construction of the fence will ensure the Al-Shabaab militants do not cross into the country as freely as they would like,” said Mr Ndambuki.

Homa Bay >

Man kills wife and hangs himself

BY MAURICE KALUOCH A man yesterday killed his wife, stabbed her private parts and then hanged himself.

Mr Felix Otieno, 27, strangled Sheila Atieno Otieno, 24, in Radiera Village, Kanyabala, Homa Bay. He later picked up a knife and used it to stab his wife’s private parts.

Mr Otieno then hanged himself with a rope inside the couple’s house.

The tragedy was reported by

a neighbour, who had gone to the couple’s house and received no response when he knocked on their door.

The resident raised the alarm and neighbours decided to break down the door, only to find the two bodies.

Counselling

The wife lay in a pool of blood on the floor while the husband was dangling from the roof rafters.

County Police Commander John Omusanga said the two

bodies had been taken to Homa Bay District Hospital mortuary for a post mortem examination.

Mr Omusanga said the police did not find any suicide note.

He challenged young couples to seek counselling to resolve domestic issues.

“I appeal to young couples to seek guidance and counselling from elders instead of resorting to violence to solve their differences,” he added.

The tragedy shocked villagers who thronged the home.

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Taking into account the weighted average cost of imported refined petroleum products, the overall result is that the maximum allowed price of Super Petrol decreases by KES 0.11 per litre, that of Diesel increases by KES 1.28 per litre, while that of Kerosene increases by KES 1.46 per litre compared to the last publication.

In accordance with Section 102(w) of the Energy Act 2006, a person convicted of retailing petroleum products above the maximum levels will be liable to a fine not exceeding Kenya shillings one million, or the withdrawal of their operating licence or both. In this respect the consumers are requested to be vigilant in reporting non-compliant retailers to the authorities for necessary legal action. The Commission has installed a hotline number (0708 444 000), operational during normal working hours, with a view of increasing its engagement with stakeholders to enhance enforcement and compliance activities.

The Commission maintains a Short Message Service (SMS) based inquiry system for petroleum pump prices where members of the public can obtain the latest petroleum prices in major towns by sending the message: “price’ <space> ‘name of major town” to 0707667623.

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ANNOUNCEMENT 2014 K.C.S.E CANDIDATES FIRST REVISION OF DEGREE AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2015/2016 PLACEMENT The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (Placement Service) is established as a State Corporation under Section 55 of the Universities Act No. 42 of 2012 with its functions being to, among others co-ordinate the placement of Government Sponsored Students to Universities and Colleges.

The Placement Service Board, during it’s tenth meeting, based on the total declared capacities for Degree Programmes under Government Sponsorship, and the performance analysis of the 2014 K.C.S.E. Examination Results, has set the Cut-off point for placement to Degree Programmes at B of 60 points for male candidates and B- of 58 points for female candidates.

In addition, all K.C.S.E candidates with a minimum overall grade of C- (Minus) and above and who have not benefited from Government Sponsorship in the past are eligible to apply for diploma programmes.

The Placement Service therefore wishes to inform the 2014 K.C.S.E. Examination Candidates that the online application system will open for the first revision of Degree and Diploma programmes for the 2015/2016 placement on Monday, April 20th, 2015 at 0000 hrs and will close on Monday, May 4th 2015 at midnight.

Applicants who meet the cut-off point set by the Placement Service for placement to Degree programmes may in addition apply for diploma programmes of their choice, while those below the degree cut-off points but with a minimum grade of C- may only apply for diploma programmes, following the procedure outlined in the Placement service website

www.kuccps.ac.ke Application will be done online by all applicants including those who had submitted their applications earlier through their respective schools and would wish to revise their choices.

There will be no manual application.

The relevant guiding information such as degree and diploma programmes per university and college, subject clusters, similar programmes, previous cut off points (where applicable), weighted cluster calculation by performance index; may also be accessed as downloads from the same website.

ONLINE SYSTEM SUPPORT Between Monday, April 20th, 2015 and Saturday April 25th, 2015, the Placement Service will send officials to the following Universities and Colleges to assist those who may need assistance on how to use the online application system.

Placement Services Headquarters, ACK Gardens, Community behind Ardhi House.

Technical University of Mombasa Coast Institute of Technology Maseno University, Town Campus Gusii Institute of Technology Dedan Kimathi University of Science and Technology Rift Valley Technical Training Institute Egerton University, Nakuru Town Campus Chuka University Wote Technical Training Institute Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology Bumbe Technical Training Institute.

All applicants are therefore advised that they may seek assistance from any of the listed universities or colleges nearest to them while applying for their preferred courses.

From April 27th, 2015 to May 4th, 2015, applicants may visit the Placement Service offices at ACK Gardens for assistance. Enquiries may also be made by sending Email through info@kuccps.ac.ke or calling 0723954927, 0734879662 during the application period.

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Report cases of missing youth, chiefs ordered

BY VIVIAN JEBET Chiefs in the county have been ordered to provide the names of young people missing from their homes or schools in a bid to track those recruited by Al-Shabaab.

County Commissioner Wanyama Musiambo yesterday said chiefs and their assistants should report to security agents any person who has left the area so that the cases can be investigated.

Mr Musiambo said some young people had been radicalised and joined Al-Shabaab.

Nyumba Kumi

“The situation does not augur well for the country’s security,” he said. The county boss was addressing a county peace forum in Isiolo Town. The meeting was attended by national government and county officials.

Participants condemned the terrorist group and urged parents to provide information about their missing children.

The meeting pledged to enhance the Nyumba Kumi initiative, monitor unlawful gatherings, organise more peace forums, provide the right education to pupils and raise alerts on Al-Shabaab sympathisers.

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Mombasa | 2,000 teachers trained in short courses

Institute set up to train nursery school teachers Madrasa teachers college aims at improving standards in child development

BY BRIAN OCHARO

ocharo.owens@gmail.com

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new institution has been set up to train pre-primary education teachers for three coastal counties.

The Madrasa Early Childhood Development Teacher Training Institute will equip teachers with professional skills for handling children in Mombasa, Kwale and Kilifi, according to Programme Director Amina Mwitu.

“We have training facilities that will improve the professionalism of our graduates,” she said during the opening of the institute in Mombasa Town on Monday evening.

“In this way we expect to produce the best teachers who are well equipped to handle children.”

The project is sponsored by the Aga Khan Foundation, the national government, Mombasa County and the Canadian government.

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We have training facilities that will improve the professionalism of our graduates” Ms Amina Mwitu, madrasa programme director

It works with community preschools. So far, more than 600 teachers have been trained in a twoyear early childhood development course and over 2,000 in short

courses. The programme has helped communities to graduate over 50,000 children.

Ms Mwitu said they had developed a world-class curriculum that would enable the trainees to become model early childhood teachers focused on quality and holistic child development.

Mvita MP Abdulswamad Nassir, who was the guest during the opening of the institute, said it was necessary to upgrade teachers’ skills to bridge the gap existing between technological advancement and curriculum.

The institution will receive an annual allocation from the Constituency Development Fund to run its activities.

Ms Mwitu said they were determined to ensure that the college makes a lasting contribution to the development of the county and the coastal region.

“We are hopeful that the new development will provide sustainable learning results and better transition of pupils from pre-primary to primary school hence igniting their prosperity for future academic excellence.”

Ms Samira Mbarak, the principal, said the institution has a wellequipped library, a training kit and a laboratory.

Petition handed over demanding resignation of county assembly speaker

Demo against speaker: Alex Cherop (left) presents a petition to Paul Suter, Elgeyo-Marakwet County Assembly Deputy Speaker during a demonstration in Iten town yesterday, demanding the immediate resignation of the county’s Speaker Albert Kochei who was mentioned in the corruption allegations list presented in parliament by President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Kisumu >

Residents fed up with turf wars in county assembly Residents have said constant wars in the Kisumu County Assembly have affected its oversight role.

In the latest bickering, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has issued an ultimatum to new Minoroty Leader Bob Ndolo (nominated) to quit or have his nomination revoked.

The seven-day ultimatum was made in a letter dated April 7 and signed by

Irregular rains, high input prices worry farmers

BY BARNABAS BII Uncertainty looms among farmers in the North Rift following erratic weather and high prices of inputs.

Irregular rainfall during the planting season and the high cost of fertiliser have made some residents contemplate reducing the acreage under cultivation.

The planting period for maize is usually between February and April.

According to Meteorological Services Director JG Kongoti, planting was delayed because the long rains began late.

“Seeds that were dry-planted did not germinate early. The light rainfall received over much of the country was not enough for germination,” Mr Kongoti said in his weather report.

The Met Department says the rains will fall heavily towards the end of April into the second week of June in most parts of Kenya, but this may be too late for grain farmers, especially in counties like Nandi where planting begins in February.

“We are likely to experience low harvest this year due to the unpredictable rainfall,” Uasin Gishu farmer Isaac Kibogy said.

615,235

The number of hectares under maize production in the Rift Valley region during the last season

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BY MOSES ODHIAMBO AND ANGELA OKETCH

Uasin Gishu >

party leader Omingo Magara.

Mr Ndolo replaced Mr Edwine Anayo (Market Millimani), who was ousted for allegedly being disrespectful to his colleagues.

The party accuses Mr Ndolo of staging a coup and illegally elevating himself to the position.

“We were not aware of Mr Ndolo’s new position. We only learnt on April 2 that he and some party members had decided that Mr Anayo was not fit for the position. This was not the party’s

decision,” Mr Magara’s letter says.

Mr Anayo claimed his woes resulted from his stance in the fight against the alleged excesses of the executive, led

by Governor Jack Ranguma.

“The executive is fighting me because of my courage in pointing out their ills; furthermore, the procedure followed to remove me violated the standing orders,” he said yesterday.

He said the party would have summoned him if the ouster bid was genuine, adding he would stay put.

He said Mr Ndolo was being used as the executive wanted someone it could manipulate.

Residents yesterday wondered when the MCAs would start carrying out their oversight role. The chairman of the Public Participation Forum advocacy group, Mr Killen Omondi, said they would petition the assembly if the wars persist.

“When will they work if they are fighting over petty things every day?” he said.

He added that farmers would incur extra costs to contain outbreaks of crop diseases associated with irregular rainfall.

The fears by the farmers have been confirmed by agriculture experts, including Mr Matthew Lang’at of Eldoret Town.

“Erratic rains will result in uneven germination of maize,” he said yesterday.

The agriculture extension officer said uneven germination would compel farmers to replant in certain areas, subjecting them to extra costs and losses.

The Rift Valley region produced 21 million bags of maize from 615,235 hectares last season compared with 26 million bags the previous season.

According to the annual agricultural report released in March, the decline in production of the crop was due to the viral maize lethal necrosis disease and unpredictable weather.

This has seen some farmers resort to irrigation but sustaining the system is expensive because of the vast tracts of land.

Mr James Koech, from Soy Division, said irrigation was also very unpopular.

“It demands improved technology and this translates into additional cost, thus rendering farming unprofitable,” he said.

North Rift farmers yesterday petitioned the government to hasten the distribution of fertiliser through the National Cereals and Produce Board depots.

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Nakuru | Winners at the national championship to entertain Uhuru at State House on Friday

KU beats all to win best play trophy Actors win hearts with their captivating performance at the drama festivals

Man arrested by detectives missing, say worried kin

BY KALUME KAZUNGU A family has appealed for help to find their son who they said was arrested two weeks ago but cannot be traced.

Mr Imrana Said, 29, is said to have been arrested in Malindi on March 31 when he visited his mother, who is hospitalised at Malindi General Hospital.

His father, Mr Makka Mzee, is asking the government to intervene and find his son.

He said he had done all he could to trace his son but nothing was forthcoming so far.

BY ANTHONY NJAGI

anjagi@ke.nationmedia.com

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enyatta University’s English play “The Episcene” was yesterday declared the best in the just-ended Kenya National Drama Festival.

It was well received by the audience on day one of the Gala Concert featuring 52 winners from teachers’ training colleges, technical institutes, universities, primary and secondary schools at Lohana Hall and Melvin Jones in Nakuru.

Many items presented were based on current topical themes such as terrorism, corruption, drug and substance abuse, child labour, domestic violence, poverty and land grabbing.

Adjudicators Chrispine Basara, Rose Mitheu and John Oyuch commended the choice of topics, saying they interpret what the nation is facing.

Private universities took the lion’s share of the trophies. In the plays category during the 56th edition of the drama festivals, Zetech University’s “Chronicles to Vatican” emerged second while Kenya Methodist University came third with their play “Pots of Smoke”.

The winners in every category will entertain President Uhuru Kenyatta this Friday at State House in Nakuru during the State Concert that will be televised live.

In the oral narratives, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology’s “Kumbekumbe” carried the day with Laikipia University’s “Na kadhalika” taking the second position as Technical University of Mombasa’s ‘“Jadas” came third.

Mount Kenya University Kakamega won in the Cultural Dance category.

Their well-choreographed dance depicted supremacy wars in polygamous families as two wives fought for the control of the family calabash to serve their husband - the king.

The actors brought out the symbolic importance of the calabash as the two queens fought on stage for the king’s

Lamu >

Phone switched off

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Members of Kenyattta University’s acting team display their trophies at the awards ceremony of the National Drama Festivals at Menengai High School in Nakuru on Monday.

An elated Scholastica Tunga from Chepusai Primary School in Nzoia won the best narrator’s award at Melvin Jones Hall in Nakuru. She also walked away with a cash prize of Sh10,000 donated for the top narrator in the primary schools category.

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attention in the well-dramatised dance choreographed by Mark Wabuli, Ruth Mutahi and produced by Prof Stanley Waudo.

The main characters in the dance, Peter Lubanga (the King), Susan Avungana (first wife), Laura Kanguha (second wife) and Mmaitisii Isukuti (chief) acted their parts so impres-

“I sent his sister to Malindi Police Station but she did not find him.

I have also gone to various police stations in Lamu, but I did not find him either.

The security officers claim to have no information on the whereabouts of my son,” said Mr Mzee, a teacher at Mkunumbi Primary School.

Ms Samira Said said the family had tried to contact her brother but his phone had been switched off.

She said she was worried that his brother might be in danger.

“We are truly worried. We do not actually know his whereabouts and it is not in his nature to disappear.

Every police station claims not to have any information on him.

“We just need to know who has Imrana and why they took him,” said Mrs Samira.

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Mount Kenya University’s director of film, creative and performing arts, Ruth Mutahi (right), and other drama officials celeberate after winning in the Cultural Dance category. sively that one could hardly notice the isukuti players Eugene Chitila and Joseph Mukango, who were supporting the main soloists.

At the climax of the dance, the audience celebrated with the dancers as they sang the popular Luhya song “Mama Buyanzi” (celebration of the unity of the community).

Technical University’s colourful dance “Matalina” was second and Zetech’s Dholuo folk song “Lwang’ni” was third. Egerton University were the winners in stand-up comedy followed

by Technical University then Zetech University. Technical University of Kenya’s “Reflections” won in the choral verse contest.

But Lamu West police boss Zachary Kimani said a missing person report has not been filed in any police station in Lamu.

“I am interested to know why the family says their kin is missing but have not made an official report. They should come at the offices and file the report,” said Mr Kimani.

The OCPD, however, asked parents whose children had disappeared under suspicious circumstances to file reports to enable police track them down.

Kiambu >

Ward reps wrangle over ouster bid

BY ERIC WAINAINA County Assembly Chief Whip Charles Arahuka has accused 14 ward representatives of trying to force him to approve an impeachment.

He claimed the assembly members entered his home at midnight on Sunday and camped there to coerce him to sign a letter confirming the removal of Majority Leader Patrick Chege from office.

Police in Kikuyu are investigating the matter, even as the county assembly members yesterday intensified their bid to oust Mr Chege, who has been in office for only six

months, over allegations of incompetence.

Mr Arahuka, who represents Gitaru ward, reported to Kikuyu Police Station that his colleagues went to his house around midnight with the letter allegedly written by TNA county assembly members.

Declined

“I told them that the procedure they were using was unlawful but they insisted that I must sign, but I declined.

“I then instructed them to make another copy of the letter so that after signing I could retain one, and they left,” Mr Arahuka said.

The chief whip said he imagined the ward leaders would not return, but around 2am, they were back with the extra copy.

He ignored them, hoping they would leave, he said. In the morning, he found the 14 ward leaders still camping at his gate, insisting that he must sign the letter, but he declined, he told police.

However, the group accused Mr Arahuka of making false allegations.

The ward leaders said the whip had asked them to take the letter to his home for signing as it had already been endorsed by 42 members.

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VIOLENCE Six Ukrainian soldiers killed as clashes flare in east Page 32

CRITICISED | ‘Move an admission by government that it had failed to turn around the economy’

Zimbabwe scraps civil servant bonuses amid economic crisis Minister says collapse of formal economy caused by dwindling government revenues

BY KITSEPILE NYATHI NATION CORRESPONDENT HARARE, Tuesday

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imbabwe has scrapped payment of bonuses to civil servants amid an admission by the government that it is struggling to raise $260 million (Ksh23bn) a month to pay its workers.

The country’s economy has been on a downward spiral since President Robert Mugabe’s ruling Zanu PF party won a controversial election in 2013.

Finance minister Patrick Chinamasa said the freeze on the annual bonuses will be reviewed in the 2017 budget.

Zimbabwe has 500,000 civil servants but the government is currently conducting an audit following indications that its payroll has thousands of ghost workers.

Mr Chinamasa said the government still owed some of its workers $13.4 million for 2014 bonuses and this has led to labour unrest at State universities.

“Government has decided to suspend bonus payments for the civil servants in 2015 and 2016, and the situation will be reviewed in 2017 in the event that we are able to build enough capacity,” the minister told journalists yesterday.

He blamed the collapse of the formal economy for dwindling government revenues, which he said had made it difficult for the Treasury to meet its obligations. “I would want to clearly state that, as government, we would be more comfortable with a situation

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President had a good foundation Well read: Robert Mugabe was born in February 1924 on the Kutama Mission northwest of Harare and educated by Jesuits.

He earned seven university degrees, three while in prison.

Jail: Mr Mugabe was jailed for 10 years in 1964 for opposing white minority rule. A guerrilla war began in 1972 against Ian Smith’s white government of then-Rhodesia.

Loss: In 2000, Mugabe tasted defeat when voters in a referendum rejected a constitution that would have given him more power. where revenue growth is driven by an expanding tax base instead of continuously changing the tax policy,” Mr Chinamasa said.

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Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe (centre) shakes hands with South African President Jacob Zuma (right) at the South Africa-Zimbawe Business Forum in Pretoria on April 9, 2015.

However, the move was described by the main opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC ) as an admission by President Mugabe’s government that it had failed to turn around the economy.

“They stole elections in 2013 thinking that they can do the same with the economy but this has failed,” said MDC spokesperson Obert Gutu. “The only option for this clueless government is to resign and let those who are able to lead the country do so.

“The Zanu PF regime should simply admit that the wheels have now completely come off the fragile and comatose economy. It shows that

Zanu PF managed to successfully rig the elections on July 31, 2013 but they have certainly failed to rig the economy.”

Last weekend, workers led by the Congress of Zimbabwe Trade Unions took to the streets in the country’s major centres to protest against government proposals to freeze salary increases.

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe says one of the ways the economic collapse can be reversed is a temporary freeze on salary increases. Zimbabwe has been experiencing serious economic problems since around 1997 and the cycle was only interrupted between 2009 and 2013

I can’t promise to bring back Chibok girls, says Buhari ABUJA, Tuesday Nigeria’s president-elect Muhammadu Buhari today cautioned he could not make promises on the return of 219 schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram, as the country marked the first anniversary of their abduction.

The comments by Buhari, who takes office on May 29, stand in contrast to outgoing President Goodluck Jonathan, who has repeatedly said the girls will be found, and the military, which said last year it knew where the teenagers were being held.

A march was held in Abuja symbolically involving 219 schoolgirls, part of a number of events around the world to mark the abduction, which Amnesty

International said was one of 38 since the start of last year that had seen at least 2,000 women taken by the militants.

The UN and African rights groups also called for an end to the targeting of boys and girls in the conflict, which has left at least 15,000 dead and some 1.5 million people homeless, 800,000 of them children. Mr Buhari said there was a need for “honesty” in his new government’s approach to the girls’ abduction, with nothing seen or heard from the students since last May when they appeared in a Boko Haram video.

“We do not know if the Chibok girls (pictured) can be rescued. Their whereabouts remain unknown. As much as I wish to, I cannot promise that we can find them,” he said in a statement. “But I say to every parent, family member and

friend of the children that my government will do everything in its power to bring them home.” Schoolgirls, wearing red T-shirts and holding placards with the kidnapped girls names on them, marched to the education ministry to demand the hostages’ immediate release.

“We, the Chibok Girls Ambassadors, are demanding that the government of Nigeria should give us clear details of what is being done to bring back our sisters,” said one, Rebecca Ishaku.

“We ask that the government, as a matter of priority, makes education safe in all parts of Nigeria while prioritising the return of our sisters.” The UN special envoy on education, Britain’s former prime minister Gordon Brown, described the campaign as “the most iconic fight of a freedom struggle”. (AFP)

Anti-migrant attacks on the rise in SA JOHANNESBURG, Tuesday Attacks against foreigners continued in the South African port city of Durban today as the Ethiopian community prepared to repatriate the bodies of three of its nationals killed over the last two weeks.

Mr Ephraim Meskele, a leader of the Ethiopian community in Durban, said it was holding a prayer service Tuesday for the three victims, including a man killed when his shop was petrolbombed on Friday.

About 50 people have been arrested over the violence, in which at least four people have been killed. The police have not confirmed the nationalities of the victims.

The attacks on immigrantowned shops and homes in Durban’s impoverished townships come three months after a similar spate of attacks on foreignowned shops in Soweto, near Johannesburg.

Over 1,000 foreigners in Durban have fled their homes and are now living in makeshift camps, under police guard.

Tensions were still running high on Tuesday, with local media reporting that about 2,000 armed migrants were engaged in a tense stand-off with police in the city centre, and looting continuing in townships on the outskirts of the city. (AFP)

Sudan’s voting extended in some regions

BY MOHAMMED AMIN NATION Correspondent KHARTOUM, Tuesday

Sudan’s National Election Commission (NEC) has extended voting in Darfur and Gezira state.

The commission said the extension was to compensate the citizens of the states after 200 polling centers didn’t open on Monday due to security, logistic and administrative reasons.

The commission has further admitted that Sudanese rebels captured some election materials from three polling centres in the troubled region of South Kordofan.

The spokesman of the election commission, Mr Alhadi Ahmed Mohammed told reporters in Khartoum today that the voting has been postponed at nearly 200 polling centers in the country due to insecurity and logistic difficulties, announcing that the voting will be extended for three days in some areas in Darfur and Gezira state.

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BEATEN OFF | Government forces regain control of ministry’s compound

BRIEFLY

15 killed in al-Shabaab ministry raid

FREETOWN

Car bomb used to blast way into building

BY ABDULKADIR KHALIF Nation Correspondent and Agencies MOGADISHU, Tuesday

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omalia’s Al-Qaeda-linked Shabaab militants today blasted their way into the higher education ministry with a car bomb before storming the building, killing 15 people.

Police and witnesses said the car bomb caused a huge explosion which allowed the gunmen to force their way into the fortified building.

Ambulance officials said at least 15 people were killed and 20 wounded in the attack.

Six Shabaab gunmen were also killed, with two of those blowing themselves up, internal security ministry spokesman Mohamed Yusuf Osman said.

Abdukadir Abdirahman Adan, head of Mogadishu’s Ambulance Services, told reporters his crews had taken about 15 dead bodies and 20 wounded civilians to hospital. Troops backed by African Union soldiers regained control of the building after around an hour-long attack, which began when “a car loaded with explo-

sives rammed the gate,” police officer Mohamed Dahir said “The security forces and AU peacekeepers shot and killed four of the attackers, while the other two blew up themselves,” Osman told reporters.

Witness Idil Malim said bodies of those killed and wounded lay around the complex.

“There were several people lying dead at the scene,” he said.

Later, Somali Minister of Interior Security Abdirizak Omar Mohamed stated that the compound of the ministry was under the control of the government forces. An armed unit of the African Union Mission in Somalia (Amisom) was deployed to the area to support guards defending the ministry’s building.

Shabaab spokesman Abdulaziz Abu Musab claimed responsiblity, boasting that their gunmen had been in “fully in control” of the ministry, as well as entering a neighbouring building housing the oil ministry.

The building is in the K5 district of the capital, which has been hit by a string of similar attacks in recent months.

Sierra Leone’s 1.8 million children prepared Tuesday to return to school, eight months after classes were shut to halt the spread of the deadly Ebola virus.

Classrooms have been empty since the government announced a state of emergency in July last year in response to an outbreak which has killed around 10,500 people, almost all of them in Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea.

More than 3,800 of the deaths were in Sierra Leone alone, according to World Health Organization’s (WHO) figures. (AFP)

RABAT

Morocco bus crash toll reaches 34 as girl dies

PHOTO | AFP

People carry a wounded person at the scene of a car bomb outside the Education Ministry in Mogadishu yesterday. Al-Shabaab blasted their way into the ministry with a car bomb before storming the building.

NAIROBI COUNTY CAPITAL MARKETS UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE “Calling on all Nairobi County Universities”

INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NAIROBI COUNTY CAPITAL MARKETS UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE The Authority will be organizing a Nairobi County Capital Markets University Challenge to run from May to September, 2015. The event targets all universities within Nairobi and its environs.

The Objective of the Nairobi County Capital Markets University Challenge is to create an enabling environment where students can receive pertinent information through a competitive medium that will assist them to make informed decisions while participating in the capital markets industry presently or in future.

The Nairobi County University Challenge is intended to achieve the following: • To create awareness and increase knowledge about capital markets among the university students as well as the faculty; • To increase participation of university students in the capital markets industry by encouraging a culture of saving and investment; • To broaden the country’s capital markets youth investor base by creating awareness among potential investors; • To create a strong link between the Authority and capital markets stakeholders on one hand and the world of the Academia in Kenya on the other hand.

The prizes to be won include the following 1.

Grand Winner: Kshs. 150,000.00 to buy shares in a company listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange; Winner to visit the Securities Exchange Commissions and the Securities Exchange in a competitive African country for three days; and Winner’s university receives books and materials and capital markets literature worth Kshs.75,000 2.

First runners-up: Kshs. 100,000.00 to buy shares in a company listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange; visit to the Securities Exchange Commissions and the Securities Exchange in a competitive African country for three days 3.

Second runners-up; Kshs. 50,000.00 to buy shares in a company listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange; visit to the Securities Exchange Commissions and the Securities Exchange in a competitive African country for three days

ENTRANCE

Schools in Ebola-hit S. Leone now reopen

This is a call to all universities within Nairobi County and its environs. If your institution is IS FREE!!! interested in participating in the Nairobi County Capital Markets University Challenge, kindly contact the Authority through Faith Mwende or Halkano Huqa at Tel. 020 2264900 or email iepa@cma.or.ke and confirm in writing by May 6th, 2015.

A 12-year-old girl who suffered third-degree burns in a bus crash in Morocco last week has died, medical officials said Monday, bringing the accident’s death toll to 34. The crash, which saw the bus catch fire after a head-on collision with a trailer truck, was one of the worst in the North African country’s history. Most of the victims were schoolchildren returning from a sports meet. (AFP)

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SUPPORT | Tinseltown overjoyed

Obama yet to endorse Clinton presidency bid Hollywood stars back former first lady’s attempt to take top post WASHINGTON, Tuesday

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arack Obama will not automatically endorse Hillary Clinton’s presidential bid, the White House said yesterday, indicating he will wait until the general election before formally backing a candidate.

Keeping up the tradition of sitting presidents not publicly weighing in on the selection of their party’s next nominee, the White House said Mr Obama would wait until after the Democratic primaries to make his views known.

Asked if Mr Obama would automatically back his former secretary of state, White House spokesman Josh Earnest said “No.” “The president has not offered up any sort of endorsement at this point,” said Mr Earnest, despite Obama’s glowing words for Mrs Clinton on Saturday.

During a visit to Panama, Mr Obama described Mrs Clinton as “a formidable candidate,” “a great supporter,” “an outstanding secretary of state” and a friend.

“I think she would be an excellent president,” he added.

To most ears that would sound like a full-throated endorsement.

But the White House and the Democratic Party will be keen to get as much political mileage out of Obama’s backing as possible.

Official endorsements play a pivotal role in US electoral politics, with candidates going out of their way to woo wouldbe supporters — with promises of plum positions if necessary.

With no more elections to run, President Obama may simply

seek assurances that Mrs Clinton will safeguard key aspects of his legacy.

Meanwhile, Hollywood stars have chorused support for Clinton’s presidential campaign, indicating Tinseltown will be firmly behind the former first lady.

Within hours of Clinton confirming her plans to stand in 2016, celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Scarlett Johansson and Magic Johnson gave a stamp of approval to her bid to become the first female commander-in-chief.

“I’m very excited by the news,” singer Jennifer Lopez was quoted as saying by Eonline at Sunday’s MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles. “I think it’s time for a woman (president)” she added.

Basketball legend Johnson, a staunch Democrat, meanwhile took to Twitter to give his support. “I feel @HillaryClinton will be a great President for the American people and she will make sure that everyone has a voice!” Johnson said. (AFP) MORE INFO

W. House race attracts more

New entrant: US Republican Senator from Florida Marco Rubio has also announces his presidential candidacy. Mr Rubio launched his presidential campaign in Miami, Florida, calling for a new era of American leadership that is not “stuck in the 20th century.”

Golfer bitten by crocodile SYDNEY, Tuesday A golfer vowed today to get back on the course after being bitten by a crocodile as he retrieved a ball from a water trap during a round in Australia.

Mr John Lahiff, 75, was playing at the Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course in Port Douglas, 70 kilometres north of popular tourist town Cairns, on Monday afternoon when he hooked his ball into the water on the 11th hole. “I drove the cart around to retrieve the ball — and I didn’t see the

croc sunbaking just on the edge of the water,” he told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

“I walked past it and then it got me on the way back and as soon as it grabbed me it took off into the water.”

The 1.5-metre saltwater crocodile left him with a deep cut on his shin and puncture wounds to his calf.

He managed to drive himself back to the clubhouse where an ambulance was called and he was taken to hospital. Undeterred, Lahiff said he planned to keep playing golf. (AFP)

Brazilians march against Rousseff government BRASILIA, Tuesday Hundreds of thousands of Brazilians took to the streets Sunday, venting anger over government corruption and economic drift a month after larger protests gathered more than a million people.

With cries of “Dilma out” and “corrupt government,” marchers — many wearing the yellow and green jerseys

of the national football team scandal at state-owned oil — called for President Dilma giant Petrobras, protesters Rousseff’s ouster and an end also expressed displeasure over rising inflation and soarto impunity for corruption.

Police put turnout at ing utility bills.

585,000 based on a count Those pocketbook issues from 100 cities, while organ- — as well as the perceived eroizers gave an estimate of 582,000, albeit not including what appeared to be by far the largest gathering in business center Sao Paulo.

Number estimated at 10 rallies Beyond the widening graft

585,000

sion of workers’ rights — have fueled growing opposition to the leftist president, re-elected in October.

Rio hosted two modest protests at the tourist magnet of Copacabana beach, where media put participants at some 10,000. But an afternoon march in business hub Sao Paulo drew a much larger crowd of some 275,000 according to police. (AFP)

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CHEAPER HOUSING | Right-to-buy scheme will extend home purchase discounts

BRIEFLY

Cameron vows return to ‘good life’

TOKYO

We can turn the good news in the economy into a good life, he says

LONDON, Tuesday

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ritish Conservative Prime Minister David Cameron launched his party’s manifesto today, promising a return to the “good life” and the revival of a housing policy associated with Margaret Thatcher if he wins May’s election.

Mr Cameron announced an extension of the 1980s “right-to-buy” housing policy of Conservative “Iron Lady” Thatcher, revealed plans for free childcare and pledged that minimum-wage workers will pay no income tax.

With opinion polls putting the centre-right Tories neckand-neck with the opposition Labour Party, he tried to play on Labour’s weak reputation on the economy in a bid to put his side ahead in the last few weeks of campaigning.

“We’re on the brink of something special,” he told activists at a school in Swindon, southwest England. “Let’s not let Labour drag us back to square one.

“We can turn the good news in the economy into a good life for you and your family. Britain can be this buccaneering, world-beating, can-do country again”.

The Conservatives blame Labour for running up a budget

MORE INFO

Promises galore ahead of polls Childcare: Mr Cameron has announced plans to provide 30 hours of free childcare a week, which he claimed would save families £5,000 a year. But the Conservatives faced criticism that they had not revealed how they would fund their promises.

No tax: Premier has unveiled plans which would mean no one working 30 hours a week or less on the minimum wage, currently £6.50 an hour, would pay tax.

20 injured as plane overruns runway More than 20 passengers were injured when an Asiana Airlines Airbus A320 overran a runway in western Japan on Tuesday evening, officials and local media said. The South Korean carrier’s Flight OZ162, which took off at Incheon airport, was attempting to land in Hiroshima when the incident occurred, officials said.

“Around 23 passengers were injured, but no one was killed,” a local fire department official said.

“So far we have heard that all of the injuries were not serious.”All of the passengers and the eight crew members on board escaped from the plane’s emergency exits, local media reported. (AFP)

BAGHDAD

Car bombs kill eight in Baghdad area PHOTO | AFP

British Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader David Cameron (L) talks with a local family as he campaigns in Alnwick, north east England yesterday. deficit of some £90 billion during 13 years in government before they were voted out in 2010 and replaced by a Tory-Liberal Democrat coalition.

Neither main party looks set to win an outright parliamentary majority on May 7, raising the prospect of another coalition or

a minority government.

The “right-to-buy” scheme will extend home purchase discounts already enjoyed by some tenants to 1.3 million more tenants of housing associations — private non-profits that provide lowrent accommodation that often receive public subsidy.(AFP)

Car bombs in the Baghdad area, including one near a hospital, killed at least eight people on Tuesday, security and medical officials said. One blast hit a car park across the street from Yarmuk hospital in the west of the Iraqi capital, killing at least four people and wounding 10. The second struck a residential area in Mahmudiyah, south of Baghdad, killing at least four people and wounding at least 13. Bombings and shootings in the capital were once a daily occurrence. (AFP)

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KISUMU DEPARTMENT OF LANDS; HOUSING; PHYSICAL PLANNING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT

TENDER NOTICE The County Government of Kisumu invites sealed bids from eligible candidates for the following:

TENDER NO.

TENDER DESCRIPTION

CGK/LH/11/2014-2015 Supply; Delivery; Installation and Commissioning of Four Lifts (4No) at Prosperity Building - Kisumu City

TENDER SECURITY CLOSING DATE & TIME 2% of the Tender Sum

Thursday April 30, 2015 at 3.00pm

Interested and eligible Bidders may inspect and obtain Tender documents from County’s Director of Supply Chain Management office on 2nd floor, Prosperity Building between 9.00am and 4.00pm during week days.

A complete set of the Tender Document may be obtained upon payment of non-refundable fee Kshs. 1000 per document payable in cash or bankers’ cheque at the Accounts office. The same can also be downloaded from the Countys’ website at www.kisumu.go.ke, free of charge.

Bidders who download the documents from the website MUST also forward their particulars immediately for records and any other Tender clarification.

The completed Tender Document in plain sealed envelope clearly marked with Tender number without any identity of the bidder on the same should be addressed to: The County Secretary County Government of Kisumu P. O. Box 2738 – 40100 KISUMU and deposited in the Tender Box on 2nd floor Prosperity Building on or before Thursday April 30, 2015 at 10.00am. (local time).

Bids will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of bidders/their representatives who choose to attend.

Late bids will not be accepted.

The Export Promotion Council a Parastatal under the Ministry of East Africa Affairs, Commerce and Tourism, will be participating in the World Exposition-EXPO 2015, MilanItaly to be held from 1st May to 31st October, 2015. The Council wishes to invite bids for the following services: EXPO RELATED TENDERS 1. EPC/ PRO/RFP/ 016/2014-2015 : PRODUCTION OF A VIDEO DOCUMENTARY (READVERTISEMENT) 2. EPC/PRO/RFP/017/2014-2015 : CONTENT DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN AND LAYOUT OF PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS & ITEMS 3. EPC/PRO/RFP/018/2014-2015 : COFFEE BARRISTER (READVERTISEMENT) 4. EPC/PRO/RFP/019//2014-2015 : SUPPLY OF GIFT & DISPLAY ITEMS AND GIVE AWAYS AT THE EXPO MILAN,KENYA PAVILION 5. EPC/PRO/RFP/020/2014-2015 : COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES AT THE KENYA HOUSE OTHERS 6. EPC/PRO/RFP/021/2014-2015 7. EPC/PRO/RFP/022/2014-2015 8. EPC/PRO/RFP/023/2014-2015 9. EPC/PRO/RFP/024/2014-2015

: RE-DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF WWW.BUYFROMKENYA.COM : REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SME’S WEBSITES : RISK MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY : MARKET SURVEY IN NIGERIA

Submission of Bids The details for each of the tenders are available on our website www.epckenya.org.

THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER EXPORT PROMOTION COUNCIL

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GREEN BUILDING SOLUTIONS

‘Revolu onizing Sustainable Building’

The EastAfrican the region’s authoritative weekly newspaper will in the issue of 25th April publish a feature on Green Building Technology.

This aims to address:• Waste reduction, pollution and environmental degradation.

• Improved efficiency in the use of energy, water, and other resources • Importance of green building technology on occupants health and productivity.

For further information contact: David: Tel; +254 720 684 854, Email; dwanyonyi@ke.nationmedia.com OR Edward Tel; +254 724 854525, Email; engarega@ke.nationmedia.com

South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited OPEN TENDERS FOR SUPPLY OF GOODS, SERVICES AND WORKS S/no.

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Description of tender Supply of animal feeds and drugs for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of medical drugsfor financial year 2015/2016 Supply of stationery for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of computer accessories and consumables for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of fuel, automotive and industrial lubricants for financial year 2015/2016 Supply oftyres, tubes and batteries for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of industrial/ medical laboratory reagents, chemicals and equipmentfor financial year 2015/2016 Supply of electrical and instrument materials/consumables for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of mechanical factory consumables and sparesfor financial year 2015/2016 Supply of packaging materialsfor financial year 2015/2017 Supply of automotive spare partsfor financial year 2015/2016 Supply of industrial (sugar) process chemicals for financial year 2015/2016 Supply of building and construction materialsfor financial year 2015/2016 Supply of uniforms and protective clothing for financial year 2015/2017 Supply of herbicides and fungicides for financial year 2015/2016 Provision of insurance brokerage services for medical cover for financial year 2015/2017 Provision of insurance brokerage services for general insurance for financial year 2015/ 2017 Prequalification of firms to undertake corruption survey for financial year 2015/2017 Prequalification of firms to provide legal services for financial year 2015/2017 Prequalification of firms to provide financial and tax consultancy services for financial year 2015/2017 Lease of the SonySugar grocery shop for three years for financial year 2015/2018 Lease of the factory canteen for three years for financial year 2015/2018

The tender documents containing detailed information can be downloaded from the SonySugar Company website by visiting www.sonysugar.co.ke. Free of charge.

Dully filled and completed set of documents clearly marked “Tender reference no --------------- for the supply/ provision of …………………………….’’ should be addressed to; The Managing Director South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited Off Kisii – Migori Road P.O BOX 107 -40405 Sare Awendo and deposited in the tender box located at SonySugar Company head office in Sare – Awendo along Kisii-Migori road on or before 29th April, 2015 at 10:00am Applications will be opened on 29th April, 2015 at 10:00am at the SonySugar Head Office in Sare - Awendo at the Training Center in the presence of tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend.

HEAD OF PROCUREMENT FOR: MANAGING DIRECTOR. ISO: 9001: 2008 Certified

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Gunter Grass ‘warned of world war’ MADRID, Tuesday Germany’s Nobel-winning author Gunter Grass said he feared humanity was “sleepwalking” into a world war, in the last interview he gave before his death today.

“We have on the one side Ukraine, whose situation is not improving; in Israel and Palestine things are getting worse; the disaster the Americans left in Iraq, the atrocities of Islamic state and the problem of Syria,” he told the Spanish newspaper El Pais in the interview published Tuesday.

“There is war everywhere;

we run the risk of committing the same mistakes as before; so without realising it we can get into a world war as if we were sleepwalking,” he added.

The author’s home

Spain’s top-selling newspaper said the interview, carried out at the author’s home in Luebeck in northern Germany on March 21, was his last before his death aged 87.

Grass, who achieved worldwide fame with his debut and best-known novel “The Tin Drum” in 1959 was a pacifist, opposing the installation of

CALL | ‘We must ensure that the ceasefire is respected’

nuclear missiles on German soil. In his lengthy interview with El Pais, he also expressed concern over climate change and overpopulation.

“As the years went by I realised that we have the possibility to autodestruct, something that did not exist before: it was said that Nature caused famine, droughts, the responsibility lay elsewhere,” he said.

“For the first time we are responsible, we have the possibility and the capacity to auto-destroy ourselves and we don’t do anything to eliminate this danger. (AFP)

PHOTO | AFP

An Ukrainian serviceman in position yesterday in Berdyanske village, some 4 kilometres west from Shirokine village where the use of heavy weapons has been reported, on the outskirts of the strategic port city of Mariupol.

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

THE NATIONAL TREASURY INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE AND PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS PROJECT CONSULTANCY FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES TO DEVELOP & IMPLEMENT COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES FOR THE PPP UNIT & FOR TOLL ROADS IN KENYA

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) (Re-advertisement) IFPPP/PPPU/28/2014-15 Credit No: 51570 KE Project ID No: P121019 1. This request for Expression of Interest follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) for the Kenya IFPPP project that appeared in United Nation Development Business No. WB3876-07/13 of July 2013.

The Government of Kenya (GoK) has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Infrastructure Finance and Public Private Partnerships Project (IFPPP) whose overall development objective is to increase private investment in the Kenyan infrastructure market by improving the enabling environment to generate a pipeline of bankable PPP projects. It is intended that part of the proceeds of this credit be applied to eligible payments under the contracts for provision of public relations services to be implemented over a period of eighteen (18) months.

2. Objective of the Assignment The main objective of the consultancy is to Develop and Implement Communications Strategies for the Public Private Partnerships Unit (PPP Unit) and for Toll Roads in Kenya.

3. Scope of the Work The consulting services (The Services”) include: • Develop and Implement Communications Strategies for the PPPU AND for Toll Roads in Kenya.

• Conduct awareness campaigns in all relevant platforms to raise PPP awareness in the country among all key stakeholders to the PPP process.

• Branding: Revise and Re-invigorate the PPP Unit Corporate Identity including its application and championing.

• Design and produce communication and awareness material such as brochures, fliers, bill boards, adverts, etc.

• Implement a robust media management strategy • Execute Public strategies designed to champion the mandate of the PPP Unit.

• Provide market research necessary for identifying audiences, issues critical to different groups.

• Manage / Organize PPP Unit events meant to raise awareness and highlight the role of the PPP Unit as well as benefits and scope of the Kenya PPP program.

• Offer photography and video services.

• Perform any other public relations, media or awareness role for the PPP Unit that may be assigned.

4. The National Treasury (the Client), through its Project Implementation Unit (PIU), now invites eligible consulting firms “Consultants”) to express their interest in providing this service. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: a minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in developing and implementing successful Public Relations/Communications Strategies especially in developing countries/emerging economies; Experience in developing PR/communication strategies for large infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa especially campaigns for a toll road (payment for use of a public infrastructure) will be an added advantage. The firm should provide proof of similar assignments previously undertaken.

5. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers published in January 2011 and revised in July 2014 (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

6. Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a joint venture or a sub- consultancy to enhance their qualifications.

7. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the Consultants Guidelines.

Six Ukrainian soldiers killed as clashes flare Foreign ministers express grave concern over violations of truce

KIEV, Tuesday

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ix soldiers were killed and 12 injured in separatist-held east Ukraine in the last 24 hours as a fresh flare-up of fighting rattles a shaky ceasefire, Kiev’s military said today.

The situation in the conflict zone “remains unstable”, with “armed provocations by the enemy continuing on almost all sides,” military spokesman Andriy Lysenko said.

The deaths, the highest toll in the last 10 days, come as the foreign ministers of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France expressed “grave concern” over surging violations of the February ceasefire.

The top diplomats from the four countries held talks in Berlin overnight to evaluate the status of the truce deal aimed at ending a year of fighting that has killed more than 6,000 people.

Mr Lysenko said separatist insurgents used 120mm mortars and 122mm canons against the army despite an agreement under the ceasefire to withdraw all such weaponry from the frontline.

The heaviest fighting took place around the airport of the rebel bastion of Donetsk, a city once home to a million people in the industrial east.

Another hotspot was Shyrokyne, on the outskirts of the strategic port city of Mariupol, the last major city still in

government hands in the rebel east.

Russian TV network Zvezda, which is controlled by the defence ministry, said one of its journalists was badly injured there after stepping on a landmine.

The accident occurred as monitors from the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) visited the village.

In Berlin, German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said the fivehour talks had been “very long, very intensive and at times very contentious” given the tense situation on the ground.

“We must ensure that the ceasefire is respected a lot more comprehensively than it was in recent days,” he told reporters.

After weeks in which the ceasefire agreed in the Belarussian capital Minsk appeared to be largely holding despite isolated skirmishes, clashes seem to be mounting in flashpoint areas.

Ukrainian army spokesman Oleksandr Motuzianyk said on Monday one soldier had been killed and six hurt in the past 24 hours. Separatist officials said four civilians had been injured in the conflict zone.

European OSCE monitors reported “renewed intensive fighting” Sunday around the rebel stronghold of Donetsk, with more than 1,166 explosions in under six hours, mainly from artillery and mortar fire. (AFP)

Singapore maths problem stumps the Internet

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SINGAPORE, Tuesday A maths problem that first appeared in a test for Singapore’s elite high school students has baffled Internet users around the world after it went viral, prompting a rush of attempts to solve it.

The question, involving a girl asking two boys to guess her birthday after giving them scant clues, first appeared in an April 8 test organised by the Singapore and Asian School Math Olympiads (SASMO).

It was meant for 15- and 16-year-old elite secondary school students, but swiftly went global after a local television news presenter

posted it on his Facebook page Saturday.

In the question, Cheryl gives her new friends Albert and Bernard 10 possible dates when they enquired about her birthday, before separately giving each of them further clues.

Test-takers are then asked to use logic to deduce Cheryl’s birthday using a short conversation between the two boys about the information given to them.

By Monday Internet users around the world were posting meticulously detailed answers to the puzzle on social media networks such as Facebook and Reddit, only to prompt a slew of comments disputing their findings and methodology. (AFP)

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BUSINESS

TAKEOVER TALKS CONTINUE Nokia plans to buy all of AlcatelLucent to create a telecoms behemoth. Page 38

AGRICULTURE | Farmers return to their fields in spite of poor show by cereals board

BRIEFLY ENERGY

Mr Philip Cherono plants maize at a farm in Katalel Village, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, yesterday.

Farmers perennially complain of poor maize prices and sometimes the National Cereals and Produce Board, which they say does not buy their produce due to lack of funds, leaving them at the mercy of middlemen.

Kenya bets on nuclear to reduce power costs Generation of power from nuclear sources will drastically reduce the cost of electricity and attract more foreign and local investment, Kenya Nuclear Energy Board’s executive chairman has said. Mr Ochillo Ayacko said local and foreign investors can only be “seduced” by among others, low cost of power. Developed countries have relied on nuclear energy owing to its affordability and reliability in industrial use, he said. Mr Ayacko spoke on the sidelines of a nuclear conference in Kwale yesterday.

JARED NYATAYA | NATION

STOCK EXCHANGE

CMA reviews rules on delisting from bourse

AVIATION | National carrier has been flying from one turbulent cloud into another

Sigh of relief for Kenya Airways as court stops planned pilots’ strike

BY ABIUD OCHIENG

Fliers lobby told to withdraw notice of a go-slow and refrain from any form of industrial action

@abiudawiti aawiti@ke.nationmedia.com

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ational carrier Kenya Airways yesterday got a reprieve after the court extended an order restraining its pilots from going on strike.

The order, which was initially issued on March 23, directed the Kenya Airline Pilots Association (Kalpa) to withdraw and revoke its call for a go-slow.

Association members were also stopped from withdrawing their goodwill or engaging in any other form of industrial action as was contained in a circular dated March 17 from Kalpa.

“The interim orders are

extended until the hearing on April 27. I also grant Kenya Airways seven days to file their supplementary affidavit,” Justice Helen Wasilwa of the Employment and Labour Relations Court, said yesterday.

A request by Kalpa through lawyer Samuel Mohochi to have the orders lifted, was also

The interim orders are extended until the hearing on April 27” Justice Helen Wasilwa

resisted by the airline, which said the move might create a window allowing Kalpa to call for a strike.

According to lawyer Jacqueline Munyaka for the airline, Kalpa had called for industrial action without giving a notice as required under the Labour Relations Act. Kenya Airways also claimed that Kalpa went against the Collective Bargaining Agreement entered between the two of them.

“The employees themselves have not recorded any complaint in the employment relationship with the employer and Kalpa is, therefore, taking on the role of a bulldog and its conduct is

oppressive to the airline and injures business,” said lawyer Munyaka.

She said business operations would be grossly injured if Kalpa is not restrained from agitating for further industrial actions.

Forced retirement

Kenya Airways said during the two days when the pilots engaged in a go-slow, that its hands had been shackled, prompting it to cancel flights that were more than 12 hours long, including those to China.

Among the issues to be addressed through conciliation is the subject of forced early retirement of 10 pilots on the Boeing 777 fleet.

The Capital Markets Authority has begun reviewing regulations guiding the exit of listed firms from the stock market.

CMA acting chief executive Paul Muthaura, said the new rules were meant to reverse a situation where shares of companies intending to de-list from the stock market are suspended for a very long time to the detriment of its shareholders. He said that Kenya would adopt delisting rules of countries and stock exchanges such as India, among others.

MARKETING

Tea auction plans to take automation route The Mombasa tea auction is looking for funds to automate operations for transparency purposes, a parliamentary committee was told yesterday. The East African Tea Trade Association said the project would cost at least Sh153 million and a donor was carrying out a survey to determine the exact cost. Managing Director Edward Mudibo told the committee that the association was committed to ensuring that the auction was automated, so as to “clear the air” over allegations of price manipulation.

TOURISM

Board halts proposed Sh1.9bn school gate signs plan

BY NATION CORRESPONDENT The Rural Electrification Authority board has suspended a Sh1.9 billion proposal by the regulator’s management to erect electronic signage in all public primary schools that are to be connected to the national grid.

Chairman Simon Gicharu said the proposal was halted on grounds that the management never involved the board in the crafting process.

The proposed project involved erecting electronic signs at gates of

all public primary schools that have so far been hooked to the national grid.

“We could not allow such a huge budget to be channelled towards a project that is not part of our core business; it is simply a waste of taxpayers’ money,” Mr Gicharu told the Nation on phone.

According to the proposed budget seen by the Nation, a single sign would cost the authority Sh87,660, which translates to Sh1.9 billion for all the 21,222 public primary schools to be

connected.

Currently, a total of 19,000 of the 21,222 listed public schools have so far been connected to the national grid as part of the government plan

87,660 The amount of money that was to finance setting up one sign at each public school

to introduce laptops to primary school children from July.

“Management has assured the board that it is going to shelve the project since even our budget cannot support it anyway,” said Mr Gicharu.

The authority plans to connect all public schools to power by June in a plan that will see institutions in constituencies of MPs sitting on the energy committee get preference.

Three quarters of the schools will be on the national grid while a quarter will rely on solar power.

Board eyes additional visitors via sales drive Kenya’s tourism marketing arm is set to launch a sales incentive campaign in South Africa, in an effort to boost the ailing sector, hit by low visitor numbers due to insecurity. In a statement from the Kenya Tourism Board yesterday the campaign, which will be launched during this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) Africa, will see Kenya’s tourism private sector extending special offers to South African tour operators with a view of increasing sales to Kenya.

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ENERGY | Dashing hopes of consumers

TENDER ADVERTISEMENT/ PREQUALIFICATION Thika Water and Sewerage Company invites tenders for supply of goods and services for the financial period July 2015/ June 2017

CATEGORY NO.

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Supply of Water and Sewer Equipments, Pipes & Fittings Supply of water and Sewer Chemicals, Reagents and Lab Equipments Supply of Fuels, Oils, tyres, tubes, Lubricants & batteries Supply of Office Stationery, General Printing, Computers and Computer Accessories Supply of Cleaning Materials, Detergents, Clothing and Uniforms Supply of Electrical Materials Provision of Insurance Brokerage Services Provision of Security Services Expression of Interest for Repair and Servicing of Motor Vehicles

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and Motor Bikes Water mains expansion for Bendor, Githingiri and Thika Greens

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phase 1 & 11 estates Interested and eligible candidates may inspect and obtain Tender Documents from Procurement Office during normal office working hours upon payment of non-refundable fee of Ksh 1,000 per set of tender document where applicable, payable in cash or bankers cheque at our cash offices.

Completed Tender Documents in plain sealed envelopes indicating the Tender No. without identifying the sender should be addressed to:-

More pain at pumps as price of fuel rises Regulator cites rising cost of buying products and shipping for the latest increase

The Managing Director, Thika Water and Sewerage Company, P.O. Box 6103, Thika or placed in the tender box at our main offices located along Haile Sallasie Road near Chania Falls so as to reach not later than 10.00AM, 13th May, 2015. Special groups are encouraged to apply.

Bids will be opened immediately thereafter at the Company’s Board Room in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

BY IMMACULATE KARAMBU @ikarambu ikarambu@ke.nationmedia.com

C

onsumers will continue to dig deeper into their pockets to stay on the roads, light up their homes as well as prepare their meals.

This is after the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) yesterday increased the prices of diesel and kerosene for the second consecutive month, killing the hopes of Kenyans who had expected to continue enjoying the effects of lower crude prices in the global markets.

Diesel now costs Sh1.28 more per litre while kerosene will be priced at Sh1.46 higher, compared to last month. Some motorists, however, got a slight reprieve after the price of super petrol fell by a negligible 11 cents per litre. The regulator cited a rise in the purchasing and shipping costs of the products for the increase.

ERC said that it took into consid-

Sh1.46

The Company reserves the right to accept or reject any tender either in part or in whole and is not bound to accept the lowest quoted tender.

Amount of money that motorists will pay more for a litre of diesel after the latest price increase

MANAGING DIRECTOR

eration a 0.72 per cent depreciation of the local currency against the dollar to Sh92.07 in March, while arriving at the new pump prices that will be effective until mid next month.

“The average landed cost of imported super petrol decreased by 1.46 per cent. Over the same period, the average landed cost of imported diesel and kerosene increased by 1.91 and 3.59 per cent respectively. Over the same period, the mean monthly US dollar to Kenya shilling exchange rate depreciated from Sh91.41 in February to Sh92.07 in March,” ERC said in a statement.

Last month, ERC increased the prices of all the three fuel products, leaving consumers of super petrol the most affected with a rise of Sh4.75 per litre. The move sparked protests by motorists, with the World Bank criticising the formula relied upon by the regulator to set fuel prices, saying that it denies consumers the chance to enjoy the full benefits of low global oil prices.

ERC has defended itself, saying that the World Bank report failed to take into account a fixed component of the retail pump price totalling to Sh45 per litre, which includes taxes, that does not change irrespective of the changes in oil prices in the international market.

AVIATION | Plan on to expand wings from China to Nairobi

SALATON NJAU | NATION

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China Southern Airlines Company Director Mustafa Rajani (left), senior vice president of sales division, Mr Li Dongliang and General Manager Li Xiang, when the airline announced plans to launch a new route from Guangzhou to Nairobi from August at Laico Regency Hotel, Nairobi, yesterday. The airline is a member of the Sky Team and will operate three flights every week.

KCB sponsors 105 on trip to Israel

BY NATION CORRESPONDENT KCB Group is set to sponsor a group of entrepreneurs on an international trip to Israel as part of efforts to support growth of the SME sector.

The regional largest lender by asset base will be sending 105 members of its Biashara Club — a platform meant to bring together entrepreneurs

to network — on international exposure next week.

The eight-day tour aims to help members find new export/ import markets and learn from successful businesses, especially in agriculture.

“The SME sector plays a critical role in the creation of jobs and generating income for low-income people,” KCB retail banking director Annas-

tacia Kimtai said yesterday at a press briefing.

The KCB Biashara Club was established in 2008 and currently has 12,000 active members in Kenya and over 4,000 in South Sudan and Rwanda.

The bank is also organising other trips to Turkey and China where members will attend trade fairs and exhibitions.

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Zambia reduces punishing mining levy

TECHNOLOGY | Playing cards close to the chest

LUSAKA, Tuesday Zambia yesterday bowed to pressure from mining companies to review a punishing rise in mineral royalties that led investors to threaten to pull out of the copper-rich country.

“Cabinet has today approved changes to the mineral royalty tax regime and President Edgar Lungu has directed ministers

to bring to Cabinet next Monday details to be presented to Parliament for approval,” presidency spokesman Amos Chanda said in a statement.

It did not specify how much the revised levy would be.

Mining companies had been up in arms over the morethan-threefold increase in the royalty, from six percent to 20 per cent, which took effect

in January. The government’s about-turn followed “extensive consultations with the mining industry” and took account of the sharp fall in copper prices and output, Chanda said.

Copper prices have slumped in recent months over concerns of an economic slowdown in China, the biggest consumer of the metal.

(AFP)

RONI REKOMAA | AFP

Nokia head offices in Espoo, Finland. The technology firm announced yesterday that it was in advanced talks to purchase all of its Franco-American rival Alcatel-Lucent.

Nokia in talks to buy all of Alcatel-Lucent Finnish firm aims to create a telecoms and Internet behemoth with the takeover

HELSINKI, Tuesday

F

innish telecoms equipment maker Nokia said today it was in talks to purchase all of its Franco-American rival Alcatel-Lucent, with the aim of creating a telecoms and Internet technology behemoth.

“Nokia and Alcatel-Lucent confirm that they are in advanced discussions with respect to a potential full merger, which would take the form of a public exchange offer by Nokia for Alcatel-Lucent,” the company said in a statement.

“There can be no certainty at this stage that these discussions will result in any agreement or transaction,” it added.

Nokia disclosed no sums and did not say why it was interested in Alcatel-Lucent.

The Finnish company was the world’s biggest mobile phone maker for more than a decade until it was

There can be no certainty at this stage that these discussions will result in any agreement or transaction” Statement from Nokia

overtaken by South Korea’s Samsung in 2012.

Then in 2014, Nokia sold its mobile phone and tablet division to US software giant Microsoft, and the company now develops mobile and Internet network infrastructures for operators.

Its focus is on mobile technologies such as LTE and 4G, and its mapping and location system subsidiary called HERE. Today’s announcement came a day after reports that Nokia was in talks to acquire Alcatel-Lucent’s wireless infrastructure business.

Represent significant boost

Rumours have swirled since December of a possible deal between the two firms, with France’s Les Echos reporting yesterday that executives had been in negotiations since January.

The purchase would represent a significant boost in market share for Nokia. The Alcatel-Lucent wireless infrastructure unit alone accounted for 36 per cent of total sales for the Parisbased company in 2014, according to Bloomberg, generating 4.7 billion euros ($5 billion) in revenue.

The deal would help Nokia bolster its mobile infrastructure business against Swedish arch-rival Ericsson and China’s Huawei, profiting from Alcatel’s position as a leading supplier of 4G and LTE mobile networks and related services. (AFP)

WTO cuts global trade growth outlook GENEVA, Tuesday Global commerce is expected to grow just 3.3 per cent this year, the World Trade Organisation said today, slashing its previous forecast of 4.0 per cent over weak world economic development and rising geopolitical tensions.

The trade body also said preliminary estimates showed trade had expanded just 2.8 per cent last year, missing September’s forecast of 3.1 per cent.

“Trade growth has been disappointing in recent years

due largely to prolonged sluggish growth in GDP following the financial crisis,” said WTO chief Roberto Azevedo.

“Looking forward, we expect trade to continue its slow recovery but with economic growth still fragile and continued geopolitical tensions, this trend could easily be undermined,” he warned.

Third consecutive year

Last year was the third consecutive year in which trade grew less than three per cent. “With geopolitical growth still fragile and geopolitical

tensions ongoing we are cautiously forecasting that trade will continue its slow recovery,” Azevedo told reporters.

Trade growth is expected to pick up in 2016 with an expansion of 4.0 per cent, according to the WTO. Trade is a key measure of the health of the global economy, which it both stimulates and reflects.

But Azevedo warned that a systemic shift might be under way and that trade expansion would no longer far outstrip overall economic growth as it had largely been doing for decades. (AFP)

THE ENERGY ACT 2006 APPLICATION FOR ELECTRIC POWER PRODUCTION LICENCES Notice is hereby given that the Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited, (KenGen) a Limited Liability Company having its registered office at Stima Plaza Phase III, Kolobot Road, Parklands, P.O Box 47936 – 00100, Nairobi in the Republic of Kenya, (“the Applicant”) pursuant to the provisions of Section28 of the Energy Act, 2006, will on Monday, 4th of May, 2015, make an application to the Energy Regulatory Commission for Electric Power Production Licence for Power Generating Stations as are more particularly described in schedule 1 hereto, in various parts of the country and whose address is: The Company Secretary &Legal Affairs Director, Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited, 7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,Kolobot Road, Parklands, P.O BOX 47936 – 00100 GPO, Nairobi.

The grant of the application will not have adverse effect on any Public or Local Authorities, Companies, Persons or Bodies of Persons within the areas of production.

The Public or Local Authorities, Companies, Persons or Bodies of Persons within the areas will benefit from the application by production of electricity in the areas and effective regulation of the electric power sub – sector by the Regulator.

Printed or typed copies of the draft licence to be applied for and of the licence when granted and of any other particulars required can be inspected by the public at the offices of the Company Secretary & Legal Affairs Director, Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited, 7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III, ,Kolobot Road, Parklands, P.O Box 47936 – 00100, Nairobi.

Any Public or Local Authority, Company, Person or Body of Persons desirous of making any representation on or objection to the application must do so by a letter addressed to the Energy Regulatory Commission and marked on the outside of the cover enclosing it “Energy Act”, on or before the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date of this application and must forward to the applicant a copy of such representation or objection to7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III, Kolobot Road, P.O Box 47936 – 00100, Nairobi.

Dated the 15thday of April, 2015 R. Miano (Mrs.) Company Secretary

SCHEDULE 1 ELECTRIC POWER PRODUCTION LICENCE 1. NGONG WIND STATION Wind Turbine Generation using Wind Powerat Ngongknown as: No. 1

Name of Station Ngong Wind II Power Plant

2. SANG’ORO POWER STATION Additional Hydroelectric Power Generation at SonduMiriu using Hydro Power known as: No. 1

Name of Station Sang’oro Power Plant

3. MUHORONI POWER STATION Thermal Power GenerationusingDieselPower known as: No.

Name of Station Muhoroni Temporary Power Plant

4. MUHORONI POWER STATION Gas TurbinePower Generationusing Kerosene Power known as: No.

Name of Station Muhoroni Power Plant

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Manufacturing & Allied

NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE Last 12 Mths High Low

Security

Prices Yesterday

Agricultural

100.00 26.00 346.00 110.00 180.00 120.00 1,185.00 620.00 11.50 18.50 319.00 240.00

Eaagads Ord 1.25 Kakuzi Ord.5.00 Kapchorua Tea Co Ord 5.00 The Limuru Tea Co. Ord 20.00 Rea Vipingo Plantations Ord 5.00 Sasini Ltd Ord 1.00 Williamson Tea Kenya 5.00

Automobiles & Accessories

62.00 13.60 9.40

31.00 8.00 5.40

Car & General (K) Ord 5.00 Marshalls (E.A.) Ord 5.00 Sameer Africa Ord 5.00

Banking

18.45 15.05 155.00 104.00 280.00 216.00 63.00 31.00 55.00 33.25 147.00 120.00 65.50 42.25 34.00 22.25 85.00 55.00 357.00 290.00 25.00 17.10

Barclays Bank Ord 0.50 CFC Stanbic of Kenya Holdings Ord.5.00 Diamond Trust Bank Ord 4.00 Equity Bank Ord 0.50 Housing Finance Co Ord 5.00 I &M Holdings Ltd Ord 1.00 KCB Ord 1.00 NBK Ord 5.00 NIC Bank Ord 5.00 StandardChartered Ord 5.00 Co-op Bank of Kenya Ord 1.00

Commercial & Services

8.50 13.50 30.75 325.00 247.00 47.50 49.50 15.60

4.15 7.35 7.90 225.00 40.00 26.25 32.00 8.00

Express Ord 5.00 Hutchings Biemer Ord 5.00 Kenya Airways Ord 5.00 Longhorn Kenya Ord 1.00 Nation Media Group Ord. 2.50 ScanGroup Ord. 1.00 Standard Group Ord 5.00 TPS EA (Serena) Ord 1.00 Uchumi Supermarket Ord 5.00

Construction & Allied

95.00 214.00 165.00 17.00 110.00

72.00 135.00 83.00 13.50 51.00

ARM Cement Ord 1.00 BamburiCement Ord 5.00 Crown Paints Kenya Ord 5.00 E.A.Cables Ord 0.50 E.A.Portland Cement Ord 5.00

Energy & Petroleum

13.15 10.50 18.50 7.50 32.00 23.00

8.70 7.90 12.85 5.30 22.00 13.00

KenGen Ord 2.50 KenolKobil Ltd Ord 0.05 KP&LC Ord 2.50 KP&LC 4% Pref.20.00 KP&LC 7% Pref.20.00 Total Kenya Ord 5.00 Umeme Ltd Ord 0.50

130.00 17.00

Previous

34.75 255.00 130.00 952.00 27.50 17.00 280.00

Shares

100 44,600

45.00 5.25

45.00 11.90 5.50

British American Investments Co.0.10 CIC Insurance Group Ord.1.00 Jubilee Holdings Ord 5.00 Kenya Re Corporation Ord 2.50 Liberty Kenya Holdings Ord 1.00 Pan Africa Insurance Ord 5.00

Investment

84.50 10.85 30.00

35.00 2.50 17.00

Centum Investment Co Ord 0.50 Olympia Capital Holdings Ord 5.00 Trans-Century LtdOrd 0.50

Investment Services

28.00

15.00

Nairobi Securities Exchange. Ord 4.00

11.75

1,100

303,800 113,200 100 1,865,600 200,700 84,400 2,560,300 68,700 39,200 2,900 817,300

5.70

3,100 254,300 25,900 2,400 75,700

NBK

33.75 10.45

5.70 20.25 7.50 8.35 237.00 44.75 34.00 33.75 10.45

7,500 206,300

CBA

76.50 154.00 106.00 15.55 54.50

77.50 155.00 117.00 15.75 59.50

807,500 188,000 7,100 3,200 1,000

10.05 8.85 17.05

10.00 8.75 17.00 5.30 5.50 24.00 19.00

180,500 93,100 230,200

25.50

9.35 540.00 18.25 23.00 120.00

60.00 5.80 17.00

60.00 5.50 17.40

6,100 3,800

19.60

19.60

231,000

203,700 74,500 249,600 164,200 3,300

1,000

16.10

500 467,900 700

16.00

5,472,900

65,000 9,500 28,700 128.300 11,500

928,700 1,700

142,700

11.00 9.40 3.10

11.35 9.40 3.15 1,500.00

45,600 6,600 590,300

NSE ALL SHARE INDEX (NASI)-01st Jan 2008=100 Up 0.47 points to close at 170.78 NSE 20-SHARE INDEX- (1966=100) Down 8.18 points to close at 5128.02

BANK RATES ABC Barclays Co-op

25.50 9.20 569.00 18.40 23.50 126.00

Safaricom Ltd Ord. 0.05

13.75 11.00 Atlas Development & Support Services 8.00 Flame Tree Group Holdings Ord. 0.825 14.00 3.00 Home Afrika Ltd Ord. 1.00 5.80 Kurwitu Ventures Ltd Ord. 100.00 1,500 1,500

15.95 126.00 230.00 48.00 35.00 120.00 64.00 22.75 56.50 341.00 21.00

24.00 17.95

135.00 689.00 21.25 337.00 3.95 110.00 2.20 45.00

UNIT TRUSTS

11.10 136.00 731.00 21.25 333.00 3.85 112.00 2.15 43.00

Growth & Enterprise Market Segment (GEMS)

1,500

15.95 126.00 230.00 47.75 34.75 123.00 64.50 23.75 57.00 342.00 21.50

7.50 8.35 235.00 44.25

A.Baumann & Co. Ord 5.00 B.O.C Kenya Ord 5.00 British American Tobacco Kenya Ord 10.00 Carbacid Investments Ord 5.00 East African Breweries Ord 2.00 Eveready EA Ord 1.00 Kenya Orchards Ord 5.00 Mumias Sugar Co. Ord 2.00 Unga Group Ord 5.00

Telecommunication & Technology

17.50

Insurance 40.00 16.40 7.50 12.40 599.00 301.00 21.00 16.00 26.00 15.10 142.00 101.00

165.00 123.00 1050.00 521.00 37.00 19.60 355.00 250.00 2.65 5.35 192.00 4.40 3.85 1.35 56.50 22.00

Equity

KCB

CFC Stanbic GulfAfrican FCB Prime

buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell buy sell

Euro 99.13 99.44 99.51 99.91 101.30 101.56 99.97 100.22 98.07 98.67 99.14 99.54 98.34 98.57 100.10 100.33 98.23 98.37 106.00 106.50 98.60 99.10

CBK RATES 1 US Dollar 1 Sterling Pound 1 Euro 1 South African Rand Ksh/Ush Ksh/Tsh 1 Ksh/Rwanda Franc Ksh/Burundi Franc 1 UAE Dirham 1 Canadian Dollar 1 Swiss Franc 100 Japanese Yen 1 Swedish Kroner 1 Norwegian Kroner 1 Danish Kroner 1 Indian Rupee 1Hong Kong Dollar 1 Singapore Dollar 1 Saudi Riyal 1 Chinese Yuan 1 Australian Dollar

$ 92.30 92.50 92.35 92.55 92.65 92.85 92.25 92.40 92.90 93.50 93.30 93.50 93.15 93.35 92.60 92.80 93.20 93.30 91.50 91.70 92.90 93.40

£ 136.42 136.81 137.13 137.67 138.00 138.35 136.45 136.77 136.21 137.04 137.31 137.71 136.23 136.58 137.46 137.76 136.59 136.80 138.80 139.40 136.30 137.00

Mean 93.2450 136.7875 98.3578 7.6846 32.0447 19.8403 7.3892 16.8375 25.3863 74.1069 95.3718 77.8436 10.5523 11.4940 13.629 1.4949 12.0315 68.3991 24.8610 15.0056 70.7450

C$ 72.39 73.25 74.32 74.52 72.92 73.10 73.83 74.31 74.28 74.68 73.27 73.65 73.30 73.66 74.05 74.16 75.70 76.20 73.90 74.40

SF 94.81 95.12 95.18 95.57 96.84 97.07 95.55 95.80 94.98 95.64 95.55 95.95 95.22 95.52 96.08 96.29 95.21 95.37 105.00 105.60 95.00 95.50

IR 1.47 1.48 1.48 1.48 1.47 1.49 1.47 1.48 1.48 1.49 1.49 1.50 1.49 1.49 1.48 1.49 1.49 1.49 1.30 1.60 1.49 1.50

JY 76.92 77.15 77..15 77.45 77.47 77.66 76.93 77.10 77.46 77.98 77.93 78.33 77.78 77.98 77.43 77.62 77.81 77.91 77.70 78.40 77.40 77.90

Buy 93.1561 136.6361 98.2533 7.6747 31.9605 19.7677 7.3392 16.7142 25.3617 74.0215 95.2516 77.7597 10.5386 11.4809 13.1491 1.4932 12.0200 68.3063 24.8363 14.9906 70.6496

ZR 7.60 7.64 7.63 7.66 7.69 7.97 7.59 7.63 7.67 7.72 7.65 7.85 7.65 7.70 7.75 7.85 7.69 7.70 7.70 8.30 7.70 7.90

Selll 93.3339 136.9389 98.4622 7.6945 32.1289 19.9128 7.4391 16.9608 25.4108 74.1923 95.4920 77.9276 10.5659 11.5071 13.1766 1.4965 12.0429 68.4919 24.8857 15.0207 70.8404

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Money Market Funds African Alliance Kenya Shilling Fund Old Mutual Money Market Fund British-American Money Market Fund Stanlib Money Market Fund CBA Market Fund CIC Money Market Fund Zimele Money Market Fund Amana Shilling Fund ICEA Money Market Fund Madison Asset Money Market Fund GenCap Hela Fund UAP Money Market Fund Pan Africa Pesa Fund

Daily Yield Effective Annual Rate Kenya Shilling 6.89% 7.11% Kenya Shilling 7.41% 7.67% Kenya Shilling 10.97% 11.59% Kenya Shilling 9.73% 10.17% 8.77% 9.11% Kenya Shilling Kenya Shilling 11.22% 11.88% Kenya Shilling 9.0% 9.31% Kenya Shilling 10.60% 11.13% Kenya Shilling 10.42% 10.99% Kenya Shilling 9.80% 10.26% Kenya Shilling 10.95% 11.41% Kenya Shilling 10.66% 11.24% Kenya Shilling 10.94% 11.56%

Fixed Income Funds/Equity Funds/Balanced Funds African Alliance Fixed Income Fund CIC Fixed Income Fund Standard Investment Income Fund UAP Enhanced Income Fund African Alliance Kenya Equity Fund ICEA Equity Fund British-American Equity Fund CBA Equity Fund CIC Equity Fund Old Mutual Equity Fund Stanlib Equity Fund Madison Asset Equity Fund GenCap Hisa Fund African Alliance Managed Fund British-American Managed Retirement Fund ICEA Growth Fund Amana Growth Fund British-American Balanced Fund CIC Balanced Fund Old Mutual Balanced Fund/Toboa Madison Asset Balanced Fund Pan Africa Chama Fund Amana Balanced Fund Zimele Balanced Fund Stanlib Balanced Fund GenCap Eneza Fund GenCap Iman Fund Stanlib Bond Fund B1 Stanlib Bond Fund A Old Mutual East Africa Fund British American Bond Plus Fund GenCap Hazina Fund ICEA Bond Fund Old Mutual Bond Fund UAP High Yield Bond Fund Pan Africa Pata Fund

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ARAB CURRENCY/$

Algerian Dinar Bahrani Dinar Djibouti Franc Egyptian Pound Jordanian Dinar Lebanese Pound Libyan Dinar Omani Riyal Qatar Riyal Saudi Riyal Syrian Pound Tunisian Dinar UAE Dirham Currencies are quoted against the US Dollar

Buy 11.35 9.18 94.91 10.89 209.56 152.38 213.85 172.27 14.37 419.36 191.52 52.22 138.60 22.80 143.09 144.12 125.90 195.26 13.33 164.45 65.43 10.52 125.66 6.33 131.67 132.81 118.54 100.46 99.78 161.90 138.15 114.41 98.49 100.09 10.82 10.26

Sell 10.98 9.41 95.85 11.43 196.80 160.40 220.64 172.27 15.13 449.33 191.52 69.03 133.74 21.47 144.30 151.70 125.90 200.96 13.96 175.12 69.03 10.85 125.66 6.52 131.67 128.16 112.61 100.46 99.78 171.34 140.97 110.41 99.48 102.47 10.82 10.58

82.33 0.3777 177 7.15 0.708 1512 1.212 0.38494 3.6412 3.7508 159.95 1.663 3.6728

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Republic of Kenya TOYOTA 110

Price 470K

NISSAN MURANO

Price 1.4M

TOYOTA CALDINA

Price 880K

NISSAN URVAN

Price 750K

NISSAN XTRAIL

Year 2004 TOYOTA PRADO

Price 1.3M

Year 2008 Price 680K

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PR FIRM

KAX, Year 2000 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Price 2.4M

2.0 TDI, LOCAL, 2009

KBP, Year 2005 TOYOTA FIELDER Price 1.35M

Year 2002 TOYOTA IST Price

CHOICE OF 2, 2008

Year 2008

1.15M

T. Premio X 2008, Silver, auto, 1.8cc VVTI T. Allion 2008, Silver, auto, 1.8cc VVTI T. Camry 06, auto, silver T. Rav4 07, auto, silver T. Isis 07/08, Black/Silver

N. Sylphy 2008, Black, Beige, N. X-Trail (NT31) 2008, Black, auto, 2.0cc Silver, 1.5/1.8cc N. Wingroad 07/08, Grey/Silver, auto, 1.5cc N. Note 07, auto, Black N. Ad-Van 08, auto, 1.3/1.5cc N. Serena 07, auto, 2.0cc, Silver, 7Seater N. Vanette N/Shape 08, auto, silver N. Lafesta 08, auto, Brown, 7Seater

T. Hiace High Roof, L/ Chase 08, 2.7cc, petrol T. Raum 08, auto, silver, 1.5cc T. Rush 07, auto, silver T. Rumion 08, auto W/ Red T. Passo 08, Red/ Silver T. Fielder X 07, Silver, 1.8cc T. Belta 07, auto, silver

T. Prado TX 2008/2005, auto, Black/Silver, 2.7/3.4cc, 7seater T. Hilux D/Cabin 2013, manual/Green T. Hilux P/Up 2008, manual, Blue T. Blade 06, auto, Brown T. Noah 08, auto, Silver T. Voxy 05, auto Silver, KBS T. Succeed 09, auto, white T. Sienta 07, auto Green

T. Dyna 08, manual T. Toyoace 07, auto, 3.0cc T. Townace 08, auto, 1.5cc M. Titan 08, L/ Chase M.Canter 08, 4M42/ 4M50 M. Verisa 08, Silver M. Demio 08, auto, L/ Blue

LAKE VICTORIA NORTH WATER SERVICES BOARD P. O Box 673 – 50100, KAKAMEGA,TEL: 0562031552, Fax 0562031506 Email: info@lvnwsb.go.ke

CLARIFICATION OF TENDERS Lake Victoria North Water Services Board wishes to advice bidders participating in the tender below, that clarification have been deemed necessary, calling for an addendum to the tender:

The Ministry intends to hire a Public Relations (PR) firm to provide consultancy services for developing a Communication Strategy, media liaison and packaging for publicity the Ministry’s key messages on its role in policy development, regulation, standardization and capacity building of stakeholders in line with Constitution.

The firm is expected to communicate the Ministry’s interventions, programmes and activities in its overall objective of making the country food secure, creation of employment opportunities and wealth through publicity in the mass media and out-reach programmes.

The PR firm must: • Be registered with the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) • Be registered with the Advertising Practitioners Association (APA) • Have skilled and competent staff as demonstrated by work results • Understand the Ministry’s mandate and strategic objectives clearly as well its role in the overall national agenda and development goals • Be able to grasp key issues and messages intended for the Ministry’s stakeholders, clients and audiences and able to write and communicate them clearly in a way that will get the attention of busy audiences • Understand Kenya’s mass media environment as well as the country’s media regulatory framework • Have successfully provided a public organization in Kenya with a similar PR consultancy • Have global presence and network inorder to be able to cover the Ministry’s interests in the diaspora Terms of Reference • Develop a broad-based communication strategy including a Public Relations Plan • Raise awareness of the Ministry’s activities and programmes through mass media • Provide positive public relations that would help the Ministry’s communicate its mandate and successes.

• Package and disseminate technical information into press briefs suitable for disamination to various audiences in various mass media • Design messages, informercials and advertisements for use by the Ministry to effectively communicate with its publics • Monitor and evaluate mass media and public messages, advertisemetnts and promotional programmes inorder to determine their impact and employ remedial/corrective measures The Ministry invites eligible consulting firms to indicate their interest in providing these services.

Shortlisting criteria will include clear understanding of the assignment, possession of requisite equipment, experience in similar assignment(s) as the one requested, appropriate qualifications, skills and competences of the firm and evidence of tax compliance and registration with PRSK and APA

TENDER NO.

TENDER DESCRIPTION ORIGINAL NEW CLOSING CLOSING DATE DATE LVNWSB/BUNG/ Construction of 3 No. Springs 19.04.2015 22.04.2015 EMU/KIMKONA/ Construction of 2 No. Water Kiosks.

2015/1 Construction of 2 No. 50m3 masonry tanks Pipe laying Rehabilitation Work

Expression of Interest must be delivered in written form to Principal Secretary State Department of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries 4th. Floor, Kilimo House, Cathedral Road P.O. Box 30028-00100 Nairobi, KENYA

The tenders will be opened on the new date indicated above. The other conditions remain unchanged.

The Chief Executive Officer, Lake Victoria North Water Services Board KEFINCO HOUSE Off Kakamega – Kisumu Road P. O. Box 673 -50100, KAKAMEGA

Or be placed in the tender box situated ground floor,Kilimo House.

Not later than 11.00 am, April 21, 2015, East African standard time:

CAVEAT EMPTOR (BUYER BEWARE)

LR. NO.209/11540 NAIROBI LR. NO. 337/1004 ATHI RIVER It has come to the attention of the Administrators of the Estate of the Late Rahab Wanjiru Evans that LEGACY AUCTIONEERING SERVICES have by advertisements in the Daily Nation dated 16th March, 2015 and 7th April, 2015 advertised for sale by public auction all those parcels of land comprised in Land Reference Numbers 209/11540 NAIROBI and 337/1004 ATHI RIVER. NOTICE is hereby given to the general public and to those who may be interested in purchasing or dealing with the above mentioned parcels of land being LR. NO. 209/ 11540 NAIROBI and LR. NO. 337/1004 ATHI RIVER that the said parcels of land are subject to ongoing court cases being Nakuru High Court Succession Cause No. 96 of 2000, Civil Suit No. 186 of 1996 in the BMSX Court and Machakos HCCC. No. 17 of 2003. There is a subsisting prohibitory order issued in Nairobi Civil Suit. No. 186 of 1996 relating to LR. NO. 209/11540 NAIROBI.

Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am on April 21, 2015 at the Conference Room Kilimo House 7th Floor.

Head Supply Chain for Principal Secretary

DAGORETTI CORNER

SHOPPING CENTRE

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that there are no court orders authorizing the sale of the said parcels of land by public auction.

In view of the foregoing, any person having or intending to have any dealing with the said parcel of land is and would be doing so at his or her own risk and stands to lose any payments made towards the purchase.

All inquiries regarding the said parcels of land should be referred to the Administrators’ advocates whose details are set out below.

1/2 BEDROOMS AND SHOPS TO LET

DATED at NAIROBI this 13th day of April, 2015.

COOTOW & ASSOCIATES ADVOCATES AGIP HOUSE, 6TH FLOOR, HAILE SELASSIE AVENUE, P.O. Box 74122-00200 EMAIL: info@cootowlaw.com

KONOSI & COMPANY, ADVOCATES, TRADE WORLD BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, KIJABE ROW, P. O. BOX 15499-20100, NAKURU.

Call: 0724002136, 0727960907, 0770588199

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POSITION: A/P Engineer Qualifications & Experience Required: 1. A minimum of 15 years of relevant working experience 2. Currently certified on B737-200/ Classic and NG 3. Certification and experience of working on an Airbus will be an added advantage.

If you posses the above qualification, please send your cv to:

JUBBA AIRWAYS LTD, P.O. Box 10718-00100, Panari Sky Center, Nairobi Email: info@jubbaairways.com

And a copy of the application forwarded to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), P.O BOX 30163-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.

Not later than 23/04/2015

Career Opportunity ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a non-partisan, non-religious organization that has been working in Kenya since 1972 to end poverty and injustice. AAIK is currently working in 16 counties in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion to address the underlying causes of poverty and injustice. Our mission is to work with people living in poverty and exclusion to eradicate poverty by overcoming injustice and the things that cause it.

AAIK is a member of ActionAid International (AAI) Federation. AAI works with over 15 million people in 45 countries for a world free from poverty and injustice.

We seek to recruit a qualified Head of Fundraising Interested candidates should access the full job profiles from www.actionaid.org/kenya/jobs. Closing date for receipt of applications is April 29, 2015 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.

NB: AAIK does not charge fees from applicants at any stage during the recruitment process.

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)+"&%# '(*%#$ REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS TO BE MEMBERS OF THE

NSE DERIVATIVESCAREER MARKET OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITIES TERMS OF REFERENCE

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is a company licensed by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to facilitate the trading of financial products through the provision of a trading platform for Membership listed securities.

2.1 Subject to casual vacancies from time to time, the Committees shall consist of the following members to be appointed

1. Purpose 1.1 The Oversight Committee (the “Committee”) is an independent committee of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). It advises the Board on strategic issues and oversight roles relating to the NSE’s Derivatives Market (NEXT) and the NSE Clear.

2.

by the Board: (a) A minimum of seven (7) individuals nominated by the NSE, of whom at least one is an executive of NSE and/or NSE

In lineClear; with this mandate, the Exchange is seeking to recruit suitably (b) Two directors of thecitizens NSE who represent public interest; and qualified Kenyan to fill the following positions: (c) Two individuals representing public interest.

2.2 Persons to be nominated or appointed to the Committees should ideally have sufficient, recent and relevant knowledge of financial products, regional or international markets, risk, regulatory and/or managerial expertise.

1. Senior Officer, Market Supervision 2. Equities Derivatives Specialist 3. Fixed Income & FX Derivatives Specialist The 4.

Board mayClearing fill any casual vacancies that may occur in the CommitteeAnalyst by reason of resignation, retirement or Operations Support

2.3 The Chairman of the Committee shall be appointed by the Board.

3. Term of office of Committee members 3.1 Committee members will normally be appointed for a term of two (2) years and are eligible for re-appointment.

3.2

otherwise.

VACANCIES

4. Duties, powers and functions 4.1 Preserve healthy market order and create a secure market for investors by recommending preventative actions against unfair trading practices such as the manipulation of current values on the cash and derivatives markets.

Interested persons may visit our website www.nse.co.ke to get the full job descriptions and application modalities.

Positions in Project Management, Law Enforcement Trainer, Admin Officer Based in Nairobi Kenya FREELAND Foundation, based in Bangkok Thailand, a non-profit organization dedicated to eradicating Wildlife Trafficking and Human Slavery has 3 employment positions available for immediate start.

Send applications via anthony@freeland.org

E-mail

to

the

Interim

Project

Manager,

only short listed applicants will be notified.

Link to detailed position descriptions: http://bit.ly/1BOmZzy Position 1 – Project Manager Position 2 – Law Enforcement Trainer/Advisor http://bit.ly/1yEvY3U Position 3 – Admin Support Officer http://bit.ly/1I6YZOj

4.2 Develop arbitration procedures and address the conflicts of interest in respect of:– (i) the regulation of trading members or Futures brokers;

Applications should (ii) futures contracts’ design; andbe sent to the address below by close of (iii) trading and surveillance functions. business on Wednesday, 22nd April 2015.

5. Frequency and proceedings of meetings 5.1 The meetings and proceedings of the Committees shall be governed by the NSE’s Articles of Association.

5.2 The Chief CommitteeExecutive will meet at least once per quarter in a calendar year. The chairman of the Committee may call The meetings.

Nairobi Securities Exchange Limited 5.3 Meetings of the Committee will normally be held in person in Nairobi and may be held by telephone or video conference or using other appropriate55 conference facilities.

The Exchange, Westlands Road 5.4 Three members shall constitute a quorum.

P.O. Box 43633-00100 5.5 The Committee shall meet for the dispatch of business, adjourn and otherwise regulate its meetings in accordance with NAIROBI any rules of procedures (including rules governing members’ conflict of interest) which may be issued by the Board from time to time.

Email: recruitment@nse.co.ke

6. Reporting Procedures 6.1 The Committee will report to the Board at the next Board meeting following a Committee meeting. nd

Dropping Zone No. 243 Revlon Professional Plaza, 2 Floor

7. Definitions and interpretation 7.1 Unless otherwise stated, any capitalised terms used in these Terms of Reference shall have the meaning given to them in the Articles of Association of NSE and NSE Clear, as amended from time to time.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

7.2 References to one gender shall include all genders.

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Plan International Inc. Country Office Oloitokitok Rd Lavington Methodist Ministries Centre Block C, Ground floor P.O. Box 25196 -00603 Nairobi - Kenya

T +254 -020-2761000 /+254 -020-2447422//+254 -020-2447433 Mobile No. +254 -0722-201293/+254 -0734-600774 Email: Kenya.co@plan-international.org website: www.plan-international.org

P.O. Box 29840-00202 • Nairobi, Kenya Tel: + 254 20 2717817, 2718156 • Fax: + 254 20 2718256

CALL FOR TECHNICAL EXPERTS & PROPOSAL WRITERS (CONSULTANTS) Plan is an international humanitarian child-centred community development organisation without religious, political or government affiliation. Plan is committed to protecting and promoting child rights and to improving the lives and future of vulnerable children, their families and communities through a child-centred community development approach.

Plan works at national, county and at the community level to develop customized solutions and ensure long-term sustainability. Our solutions, including Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) approaches, are designed to be owned by communities for generations to come and range from clean water, affordable sanitation and healthcare programs to education and child protection initiatives. Across program areas, Plan’s activities are guided by a Child-Centered Community Development (CCCD) approach, which is rights-based, holistic, gendersensitive, and inclusive.

Plan has been operating in Kenya since 1982 and our interventions have directly and indirectly benefited over 3 million people including children across the country.We currently work in eight (8) Counties namely; Siaya, Kisumu, Machakos, Tharaka Nithi, Kilifi, Kwale, and Nairobi.

Plan International is seeking highly talented senior-level Development Experts and Proposal Writers to be included in our Consultants database. Interested consultants should have extensive experience working on development projects funded by USAID, DFID, DFATD, African Development Bank, World Bank and other major donors including experience in private-public partnerships.

For consideration, Consultants should possess expertise in the following areas: • • • • • •

CENTERS FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS - KENYA

Child Protection Youth employment and economic empowerment Social Protection Health (ASRH, MCH) and Nutrition Urban programming Water, Hygiene and Sanitation.

Interested and eligible individuals should submit their capability statement of interest, CV and 3 references to the Plan International - Kenya Country Office Tender Box located at the Main reception, Methodist Ministries Centre, Block C, Ground Floor or email to tenders.kenya@plan-international.org. Please indicate CALL FOR TECHNICAL EXPERTS & PROPOSAL WRITERS (CONSULTANTS) on your envelope or your email subject line.

Due to the urgency, expression of interests should be received on or before Friday 1st May 2015 at 10.00 a.m.

Plan International Kenya country Office is not bound to accept, and can reject any proposal either in whole or part.

JOB OPPORTUNITY ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Health to strengthen HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment Services in five counties in Kenya. This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Applications are invited for the following position:

TITLE:

Director of Programs

LOCATION:: Nairobi with travel to ICAP sites in the regions OVERALL JOB FUNCTION: The successful candidate will be a key member of the senior technical in-country staff and will oversee the implementation of HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment Programming. Specifically, the appointee will be responsible for planning and coordination of Prevention, Care and Treatment activities at ICAPsupported facilities. Providing strong leadership to a team of implementers will be an integral part of the job.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • To oversee the planning, initiation and implementation of HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services at ICAP-supported facilities • To provide supervision of program officers work • To provide on-going supervision of HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment programs • To approve procurement of equipment and consumables • To coordinate training of facility staff including mentorship • To assist in program monitoring and evaluation • To liaise with Ministry of Health, County officials and other stakeholders in coordinating implementation of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • MD preferably with Masters in Public Health (MPH) or similar degree • 5+ years experience in program planning • Experience with HIV programming • Familiarity with County/district health care programs in Kenya • Clinical experience of HIV medicine an advantage.

All applications including a current CV, telephone number and referees (Either current or former supervisor) should be sent to the HR and Administration Manager, ICAP icap.vacancies@gmail.com on or before 22nd April 2015. Do not send certificates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer www.icap.columbia.edu

REA VIPINGO PLANTATIONS LIMITED REA Vipingo Plantations Ltd a company listed on the Nairobi stock exchange is the largest producer of sisal fibre in Africa and operates large scale estates in Kenya and Tanzania. The company wishes to recruit staff for a senior position in one of its estates in Kenya.

WORKSHOP ASSISTANT MANAGER THE JOB The workshop Assistant Manager will report to the Technical Assistant Manager and will be involved in the day to day running of the estate plant and equipment garage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Responsible for day to day supervision of garage personnel.

2. Report to the Assistant Technical Manager regarding maintenance and repair of plant and equipment.

3. Ensure that garage procedures for the control of spare parts are adhered to.

4. Ensure a high standard of Safety & Health management in the section.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE • Have a degree or a higher diploma in Engineering.

• At least five years experience working in a large garage facility. Ideally this experience should be in an agricultural concern dealing with heavy plant and equipment ranging from tractors to agricultural implements and heavy plant.

Candidates should have experience of managing a team of technicians, be familiar with standard workshop control procedures and be computer literate.

Training and experience in matters related to Safety and Health would be an added advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity within an expanding and ambitious multinational group for motivated and capable individuals. Remuneration is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

Applications, together with a detailed CV should be sent to: The General Manager REA Vipingo Plantations Ltd P.O.Box 17648 Nairobi 00500.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Industrial & Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC) is a State Corporation established in 1954 to promote the economic development of Kenya through supporting the establishment and growth of industrial and commercial enterprises. The Corporation has ambitious plans to become a high-performance public entity that will contribute meaningfully to the economic development of Kenya. As part of our strategic realignment we believe that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the realization of our corporate goals and therefore must have in place, world-class human resources. ICDC therefore invites applications from qualified professionals for the following position:-

JOB TITLE: STRATEGY AND RISK MANAGER Reporting to the Executive Director, the job holder will be expected to provide strategic direction and risk management so as to achieve corporate objectives.

Job Requirements • Developing and Reviewing the Institution’s Risk Policy.

• Develop and Implement effective Investment/Credit Risk Appraisal and Measurement Tools.

• Provide Quarterly Management Reports on the performance of the equity market so as to anticipate market changes pertinent to new investment opportunities.

• Reviewing and providing Quarterly Management Reports on events in the economy in general and Financial Sector in particular to facilitate sound decision making.

• Co-ordinate the Formulation, Preparation, Monitoring, Reviewing and Updating the Institutions Strategic Plan, Annual Work Plans and Performance Contracts in liaison with other Departments.

• Drive the Corporation’s research and innovation agenda with a view to building up adequate market intelligence, new product development and continuous improvement.

• Support departments within ICDC in their strategic planning activities and business re-engineering initiatives.

Skills, knowledge and attributes • Bachelors Degree in Business, Economics or other related fields.

• Relevant post-graduate qualification such as MBA, CPA or CFA • Over 5 years experience at Senior Management Level.

• Working experience in Credit Risk Management and/or Strategic Planning in a Financial Institution.

• Competent in ICT/MIS Systems.

• Strong interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills.

Applicants are required to submit an application letter which indicates current remuneration and day time telephone contacts accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to: HR & ADM. MANAGER PO Box 45519 - 00100 NAIROBI Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

ICDC is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications should be received on or before 28th April 2015.

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VACANCY Ufadhili Trust is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 and whose mission is to promote social responsibility in East Africa.

Ufadhili Trust runs dedicated programs focusing on responsible business, responsible governance and responsible citizenship.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The candidate we seek must have solid experience and expertise in senior management with proven leadership abilities in the development sector or working with a business membership organization. We are particularly interested in candidates with proven experience in private sector development and particularly in responsible and sustainable business practices. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, this role is highly strategic and focuses on leading the organization to sustainability, programmatic and operational excellence in line with Ufadhili’s mission, vision and values.

A detailed Job Description can be accessed at www.ufadhilitrust.org Interested candidates may submit their application, which should comprise an Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae with three referees, Current Pay and day telephone contacts, by Friday, 24th April 2015 to recruitment@ufadhilitrust.org with the position title placed in the subject line or hand deliver to: Ufadhili Trust 1st Floor, Rattansi Trust Building, Koinange Street

DAILY NATION Wednesday April 15, 2015

South Eastern Kenya University invites applications for the following positions. For further details visit our website: http://www.seku.ac.ke

Do you want a chance of a lifetime in sales?

We are a publishing and marketing firm with branches in selected counties.

We are recruiting vibrant, aggressive and professional sales people who want to make a career in sales and marketing.

Positions available in Kiambu, Murang’a, Nyeri, Embu, Laikipia, Meru, Kirinyaga and Tharaka Nithi.

A. ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DIVISION

JOB POSITION

SOUTH EASTERN KENYA UNIVERSITY VACANCIES

1. Human Resource Manager/ Deputy Registrar Grade 14 -SEKU/AC/01/02/15 2. Farm Manager Grade 13 -SEKU/AC/02/02/15 3. Director Catering and Accommodation Services/ Principal Catering Officer Grade- 13 -SEKU/AC/03/02/15 4. Public Relations Manager/Senior Assistant Registrar-Grade 13 -SEKU/AC/04/02/15 5. Director ICT/Senior Computer Technologist/Senior Systems Analyst /Programmer/ Network Administrator Grade 13.

-SEKU/AC/05/02/15 6. Marketing Manager/Senior Assistant Registrar Grade 13 -SEKU/AC/06/02/15 7. Assistant Clerk of Works I/Inspector of Works I- Grade EF -SEKU/AC/07/02/15 Applications should reach the office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration and Human Resource Management on or before Wednesday 29th April, 2015.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AHRM) South Eastern Kenya University P.O. BOX 170-90200, KITUI

SEKU is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.

1. SALES MANAGERS (5) Main qualifications: • Masters degree in marketing, business or related field.

• Field experience of 2- 3 years.

• To be aged between 28- 35 years.

2. SALES EXECUTIVES (30) Main qualifications: • Diploma or degree in Marketing, Business, PR, Communications or related field.

• Dynamic and outgoing.

• Good command of English and local language of the designated county.

• Achievers spirit, able to work with minimal supervision but prompt reporting ability.

TO APPLY SEND YOUR CV TO Email: jmulanda@gmail.com P.O BOX: 8512- 00200 NBI Tel: +254 0722 833 009

Food Security and Livelihoods Coordinator, Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan.

1.

Background.

Hope Agency for Relief and Development (HARD) is one of the South Sudanese leading National NGOs with operations in Western and Northern Bahr el Ghazal states. We work with diverse partners such as; EU, World Bank, DFID, Christian Aid, Cordaid, Caritas and Trocaire to deliver the much-needed humanitarian and development support to communities in South Sudan. We have a track record in delivery of results-oriented community-based programmes with participation of target communities. We have our operational hub in Wau, South Sudan but with offices in Juba, Nairobi and other locations in our operational areas.

We have now entered into a partnership with Johannitter International Assistance (JIA) to implement a 32- month integrated food security and nutrition programme in Wau and Raja Counties of Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan. The objective of the project is to ‘increase agricultural production and incomes and improved nutrition of smallholder farmers in Wau County, Western Bahr el Ghazal State’. The project will be funded by BMZ-Government of Federal Republic of Germany.

HARD therefore wishes to recruit a qualified, competent and motivated expert to coordinate the food security component of the project that will be implemented by HARD. 2. Date of publication of this notice.

April 15th, 2015 3. Location of the position.

Raja County with occasional visits to Wau County, Western Bahr el Ghazal state.

4. Start date.

As soon as the proposal is approved by BMZ-Government of Federal Republic of Germany (possibly by May 31, 2015).

5. Reporting.

The FSL coordinator will report technically to the Food Security Programme Manager and administratively to the Executive Director.

6. Objective of the position: The Project Coordinator, as a member of management team is expected to contribute to the overall expansion and effectiveness of food security programmes according to the organisation’s strategic plan.

7. Specific duties.

1) Oversee the development and implementation of activity plans according the programme results framework; 2) Ensure participation of the community in the implementation of programme through appropriate mechanisms; 3) Oversee the day-to-day implementation of project activities for smooth running of the project; 4) Provide technical leadership, training and mentorship to the project team and ensure project quality is assured; Food Security and Livelihoods Coordinator, Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan.

5) Agree on clear performance benchmarks for all staff, and ensure all team members have appropriately set objectives, and that performance reviews are undertaken in a timely manner; 6) Ensure that County Agriculture Departments (CADs) of Wau and Raja Counties are effectively involved in the implementation of the project; 7) Develop and implement simple and robust monitoring and evaluation system (M&E plan) to track implementation of activities and assess project performance; 8) Make frequent visits to project implementation sites to monitor implementation of project activities; 9) Liaise with JIA to ensure synchrony and synergies between the two components of the programme; 10) Manage the project budget under the direction of the Programme Manager, including regular monitoring of expenditure against budget, in accordance with donor’s and HARD’s financial procedures and guidelines; 11) Develop clear work and expenditure plans and ensure that the programme is implemented within the agreed/approved budget and timeframe; 12) Attend coordination meetings, coordinate with Governments departments and other agencies working in the area and when necessary make presentations on the project; 13) Prepare both internal reports to the Programme Manager and external reports as may be required by our partners; 8. Qualifications.

1) A minimum of Bachelors Degree in the fields of; Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension or any other related field.

2) A minimum of 5 years experience in managing agricultural rural programmes.

3) High proficiency in computer application especially in Microsoft Office suite and Email.

4) Experience in South Sudan will be an added advantage.

9. Desired Skills.

1) Good skills in working with smallholder rural farming communities.

2) Strong interpersonal skills.

3) Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in remote areas within minimal supervision.

4) Good project management and representational skills.

5) Good report writing and communication skills 10. Recruitment process.

• Written Interviews.

• Oral interviews.

11. Remuneration package.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate that includes; basic salary, field allowance, medical cover and rest and recuperation.

12. Application process.

Candidates should submit a CV, scanned copied of certificates and testimonials by email to: Programme Manager at: evans_agola@yahoo.com copied to Executive Director at: cletokunda@yahoo.com and human resources officer sulumetie@yahoo.com. Applications should be received by April 30, 2015.

Agribusiness Specialist - Livestock Short Term Consultancy Location: Nairobi, Kenya or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia The World Bank Group is seeking an Agribusiness Specialist to support a newly created Livestock project.

The project focuses on targeted regulatory and institutional reform that support improved regulatory good practice, improved institutional efficiencies and better access to markets and investment for stakeholders in the livestock value chain (primarily dairy and poultry). The candidate with proven experience in regulatory/ policy reform and trade facilitation will have an advantage. The project intends to work with the governments of, and the private sector stakeholders in, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and a 3rd country to be determined. This position will be based in Nairobi or Addis Ababa will provide technical oversight to the other country programs included in the project.

Duties and responsibilities: The Agribusiness Specialist will lead its project operations in Ethiopia and provide technical leadership for the L-MIRA project in all countries of operations. S/he will be responsible to support initial country project design, project delivery, and stakeholder and client relationship management of the L-MIRA project in Ethiopia from his/her base in Nairobi or Addis Ababa (TBD). S/he will be responsible for technical quality control for Livestock MIRA projects in all countries of implementation. A delimited portion of the Agribusiness Specialist (Livestock) time and expertise will contribute to other related Trade and Competitiveness Industry related projects in East Africa.

General Competencies (i) Strong technical and analytical skills in the range of issues of relevance to veterinary service delivery and market development for dairy, poultry and small ruminant production; (ii) General economic knowledge and analytical skills; (iii) Proven experience leading or working on policy and regulatory reforms or trade facilitation related to Agribusiness; (iv) Understanding of Ethiopian public administration in central and local level; experience with private sector entities will be an advantage; (v) Knowledge on the functioning of World Bank’s international and regional technical partners (e.g. ILRI, FAO, OIE, etc.) is desirable and excellent report writing, communication, interpersonal and team skills with ability to find balanced, pragmatic and implementable solutions; The successful candidate will be a holder of at least a Master’s degree or PhD in an agricultural related discipline, public policy, business, or economics - focus on livestock a plus with at least five years of experience on livestock sector development issues or industry-related activities are an advantage with at least 3 years of project management experience. Fluency in English essential; knowledge of local language(s) in Ethiopia would be an advantage.

Electronic Applications: The World Bank invites qualified individual consultants to indicate their interest and submit an on-line application and expression of interest at https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html Click on > Login > create an account> WBG eConsultant > Business Opportunities. The expression of interest and CV must include Academic Qualifications, Experience and description of similar assignments performed.

(Note that this is not a request for financial and/or technical proposals.). Closing date is April 27, 2015.

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Mount Kenya University, a leading chartered university operating in East Africa wishes to recruit qualified candidates to fill the following positions: School of Pharmacy- Departments of Pharmacology, • Associate Professors Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical • Senior Lecturers Chemistry.

• Lecturers • Assistant Lecturers • Graduate Assistants School of Health Sciences- Departments of Medical Laboratory Sciences and Nutrition and Dietetics.

• Assistant Lecturers

School of Clinical Medicine

• Assistant Lecturers • Clinical Instructors

School of Social Sciences- Department of Journalism and Mass Communication

• Lecturers • Assistant Lecturers

Eligible candidates are advised to visit the University website www.mku.ac.ke for the job specifications. Candidates who meet the requirements should send their applications and enclose copies of updated CV and academic certificates to the postal or email address below on or before 22nd April, 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

VACANCIES

The Centre for Corporate Governance is the Pioneer and Premier Institution for Corporate Governance training, development and research in the region. It has grown to become the most respected organisation that provides top quality training and developmental programmes in corporate governance and leadership for all cadres of leaders, policy makers, regulators and administrators. The Centre provides leaders with both conceptual and technical skills necessary for inculcating responsible business practices, ethical behaviour and anti-corruption practices in the social and business environments. In order to enhance its capacity to effectively undertake it mandate, the Centre is seeking to recruit and hire self-driven, highly knowledgeable and honest persons to fill the following positions: (1) PROGRAMMES COORDINATOR - EDUCATION & TRAINING (TE) Summary of Tasks: • Designing, developing and implementing quality training and educational courses in corporate governance, leadership, ethics and management; • Working closely with our collaborating institutions of higher learning to develop and implement high quality graduate and post-graduate programmes; • Designing and implementing effective course delivery methodologies and providing leadership in the selection, development and placement of course facilitators and experts; • Overseeing continuous review of all training, development and academic programmes; Person Specifications: • PhD degree in the relevant areas of corporate governance, leadership, management, administration, finance and strategy. A strong Masters degree may be considered; • Demonstrated capability and experience in teaching, publications of peer-reviewed reading materials and books in the area of expertise; • Demonstrated competence, capabilities, productivity, quality, motivation and confidence in the areas of expertise, and supervision of successful post-graduate work in an institution of higher learning; • Must have been trained in corporate governance in a reputable institution, with fruitful and practical Boardroom experience; • Ability to mentor top leaders, Boards of Directors, executives and managers in corporate governance and leadership; (2) PROGRAMMES COORDINATOR - RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, MONITORING AND EVALUATION (RAME)

The Ag. Human Resource Director, Mount Kenya University, MAIN CAMPUS, P.O. Box 342-01000 THIKA, Tel. 067-2820000,020-2088310, Cell: 0720-790796, Fax: 0202050315. Email: hrm@mku.ac.ke www.mku.ac.ke

Summary of Tasks • Designing, developing and implementing high quality research, advocacy, monitoring and evaluation programmes; • Coordinating the selection, induction and training of lecturers, facilitators and resource persons involved in research and evaluation; • Conducting high quality action-oriented, empirical, scholarly and multi-disciplinary research, monitoring and evaluation programmes; Person Specifications: • PhD degree in the relevant areas of research, corporate governance, leadership, management, administration, finance and strategy. A strong Masters degree may be considered; • Demonstrated capability and experience in research, teaching and supervision of post-graduate work in institutions of higher learning; • Proven competence, capabilities, productivity, confidence, quality of work and high levels of motivation in the areas of expertise; • Must have been trained in corporate governance in a reputable institution; • Practical capabilities in conducting research on leadership and corporate governance in companies and organisations; • Demonstrated capabilities in mentoring Boards of Directors, top leaders and managers in corporate governance and leadership;

MKU is an equal opportunity employer

(3) ASSISTANT PROGRAMMES COORDINATORS: TWO POSITIONS (1. TRAINING AND EDUCATION; 2. RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, MONITORING & EVALUATION)

CALL FOR APPLICATION GENDER MANAGER Are you interested in East African Community integration and competitiveness? So are we.

Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI), an international development company that manages the East Africa Trade and Investment Hub, is currently accepting applications for the East Africa Trade and Investment Hub Gender Manager based in Nairobi.

Reporting to the Programmes Coordinators (Training and Research respectively) the Assistant Programmes Coordinators will provide the necessary support in a multi-disciplinary team.

Summary of Tasks Under the direction of the respective Programmes Coordinators, the Officers will be involved in: • Developing proposals, implementing training courses and methods of delivery (TE), developing proposals for research, advocacy, monitoring and evaluation programmes (RAME); • Assisting in the selection, induction and development of resource persons in respective areas; • Developing teaching and learning modules; Person Specifications: • A strong Masters Degree in the relevant areas of corporate governance, leadership, management, administration, finance, strategy; and research (RAME) • Demonstrated capability and experience in teaching, supervision of scholarly work, publications of peer-reviewed reading materials, books and research (RAME) in the area of expertise; • Demonstrated competence, capabilities, productivity and confidence in the areas of expertise; • Must have been trained in corporate governance in a reputable institution, with practical application of knowledge acquired.

Qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed CVs, contacts, list and addresses of three referees, current and expected remuneration to the Chief Executive Officer on or before April 30, 2015 All qualified applicants must undergo the Centre’s “Integrity, Anti-Corruption and Ethics Test”.

The East Africa Trade and Investment Hub is a five-year U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) project that partners with the East African public sector and East African and U.S. businesses to attract investment that drives intra-regional trade and economic growth.

OBJECTIVES AND DUTIES: The Gender Manager will ensure that gender considerations are integrated into East Africa TIH activities by addressing gender inequality issues in formal and informal cross-border trade.

The Gender Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following detailed tasks: • Ensure gender issues are fully integrated into the TIH work plan, PMP, and component activities.

• Identify and lead strategies to mainstream gender equity into trade policy, trade facilitation, entrepreneurship, and other activities.

• Addresses important gaps in integrating gender issues into formal and informal cross-border trade.

• Work proactively with COP, DCOP, and Component Leaders to catalyze efforts to increase women’s participation in TIH activities.

• Develop systems to measure success of gender inclusion in TIH activities.

• Monitor and report on results related to gender strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS: • A bachelor’s degree in a related field; master’s degree strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience designing and leading strategies to mainstream gender issues into trade policy considerations.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting.

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in trade and policy facilitation.

Interested applicants should send their CV and a cover letter via email to RecruitmentTIH@DAI.com

by April 30, 2015. Only candidates who send their information by the deadline will be eligible. Please write “Application for “Gender Manager” in the subject line. Visit www.eatradehub.org to learn more about this position.

VACANCY Regional Financial Controller About Plan International Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan International’s stated Global Strategic Goal (2011-15) is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalized, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan aims to achieve this goal by working in partnership with others and through high performing teams whose behaviors reflect the corporate values.

The Role The Regional Finance Department leads the financial management and accounting teams throughout the RESA region. Based in the Regional office, the Regional Financial Controller shall be responsible for providing oversight in annual, Budgeting, accounting, treasury, financial and internal control practices/systems at the Regional office and across the region. The position is also responsible for ensuring implementation of new financial systems, support to countries in financial management and related matters. The role further supports the Regional Finance Manager to implement global and regional financial strategies.

The Person Over 5 years’ experience in international financial reporting standards; control standards and risk management techniques; professional financial and management accounting qualification (Bachelor’s degree or CPA equivalent); knowledge of the

sector including strong grants management accounting and reporting; knowledge of the region and experience with local compliance regulations is necessary; staff management skills leading teams across several sites and operating in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environments. Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.

For a full job description and person specification, please go to http://plan-international.org/where-we-work/africa/jobs Type of Role: Reports to: Closing Date:

3-year fixed term contract.

Regional Finance Manager 29th April 2015

Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.

The job title should be the subject of your email application.

Applications should be sent to: plan.resajob@plan-international.org References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

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TRANSITION AUTHORITY PUBLIC NOTICE ON FUNDS DISBURSED TO SUPPORT COUNTY GOVERNMENTS TO SETTLE DOWN IN OFFICE- FY 2012/2013 The Transition Authority (TA) is established under Section 4 of the Transition to Devolved Government Act (TDGA), 2012 with the mandate of facilitating and coordinating the transition to a devolved system of governance in Kenya as provided under section 15 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution. One of the functions of the Authority enumerated under Section 7 (2) (l) of the TDGA is to coordinate and facilitate the provision of support and assistance to national and county governments in building their capacity to govern and provide services effectively.

In this regard, TA did the following: 1.

Funds sent to County Governments by Transition Authority- March to June 2013 The Transition Authority conducted an assessment of the infrastructure in the counties to establish whether counties had the necessary infrastructure to accommodate the County Governments (Executive and Assembly). The findings of the assessment informed the Transition Authority to send moneys to County Governments (County Executive, County Assembly and the relevant County Commissioner) for purposes of refurbishing county offices procurement of County Assembly Hansard and swearing in of the officials to enable county governments operate.

The County Governments were responsible for expenditure of these moneys, following which they were to forward expenditure returns to the Transition Authority, detailing how the money was spent. The County Government was responsible for prudent expenditure of this money in accordance with the Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE) which was given to them by the Transition Authority.

2.

Secondment and Deployment of Staff to County Governments a)

A S/NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

With the assistance of the Public Service Commission and other relevant Ministries, TA facilitated the secondment and deployment of serving civil servants to act as interim county officers to all the 47 county governments. This was done in February 2013 and

was aimed at ensuring that the county governments had an initial pool of staff to assist them carry out their functions. b)

The Public Service Commission released Guidelines on the Management of Public Officers Seconded to County Governments, in March 2013. These guidelines at Clause 2.1 (a) provides that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the officers in the Interim County Executive and the Interim County Treasury teams will report to the governor through the Interim County Secretary.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

c)

In the event a County Interim Officer performs acts or omissions requiring disciplinary action, the Guidelines on the Management of Public Officers Seconded to County Governments issued by the Public Service Commission provides at Clause 2.1.3 (a) that discipline cases for officers in the interim teams will be reported to the respective authorized officers for necessary action by the interim county secretary.

Media Reports on the Usage of the Funds Disbursed to County Governments TA is disturbed by reports appearing in the media blaming it on the usage of these monies on it by virtue of seconding or deploying staff to counties yet it is clear that expenditures of the same squarely lies in the hands of the County Governments. The role of the TA was to facilitate support in building the capacity of government through the issuance of monies and NOT actual expenditure.

It is now notified to the general public the status of the funds disbursed to each county government by the TA in the Financial Year 2012/2013, including the purpose for the disbursement, amounts accounted for by each county government, county governments that have not accounted for a penny and County commissioners of counties that have partly accounted for monies issued to them and those that have NOT accounted for the same at all.

TA therefore expects and demands that all County Governments and County Commissioners that have either partly accounted for or not accounted for the monies to give their returns to TA on or before 30th April, 2015.

STATUS OF ACCOUNTING FOR FUNDS DISBURSED BY TRANSITION AUTHORITY TO COUNTY GOVERNMENTS FOR OFFICE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, HANSARD PROCUREMENT AND SWEARING OF COUNTY GOVERNMENTS DURING THE 2012-2013 FINANCIAL YEAR Counties that have submitted their Expenditure Returns AIE no County Total (Kshs.)Issued Accounted for (Kshs.)

Balance (Kshs.)

A685049 Busia 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685071 Migori 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685076 Nandi 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685078 Nyamira 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685059 Kiambu 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685080 Nyeri 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685089 West Pokot 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685050 Elgeyo Marakwet 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685077 Narok 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685062 Kisii 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685054 Uasin Gishu 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL A685070 Meru 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 NIL TOTAL 739,106,400.00 739,106,400.00

B

Counties that have NOT fully submitted their Expenditure Returns

S/NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

AIE no A685053 A685055 A685057 A685067 A685064 A685087 A685056 A685052 A685061 A685073

C S/NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Counties that have NOT submitted their Expenditure Returns AIE No. County A685047 Bomet A685048 Bungoma A685051 Embu A685058 Kericho A685060 Kilifi A685063 Kisumu A685046 Kwale A685066 Lamu A685065 Laikipia

County Homabay Isiolo Kakamega Machakos Kitui Vihiga Kajiado Garissa Kirinyaga Muranga TOTAL

Total (Kshs.) Issued 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 615,922,000.00 Total (Kshs.) Issued 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 63,592,200.00 61,592,200.00

Accounted for (Kshs.)

61,384,755.00 59,102,191.00 52,342,211.00 59,095,725.00 50,362,988.20 58,610,395.00 55,032,200.00 51,355,244.00 47,234,280.00 60,418,774.00 554,938,763.20

Outstanding balance (Kshs.)

207,445.00 2,490,009.00 9,249,989.00 2,496,475.00 11,229,211.80 2,981,805.00 6,560,000.00 10,236,956.00 14,357,920.00 1,173,425.00 60,983,235.80

Accounted for (Kshs.) Outstanding balance (Kshs.)

Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00 Nil 63,592,200.00 Nil 61,592,200.00

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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Mandera Marsabit Mombasa Makueni Nakuru Nyandarua Samburu Siaya Taita Taveta Tharaka Nithi Trans Nzoia Turkana Wajir Baringo Tana River Nairobi TOTAL N/B All the above funds are subject to audit by the Auditor General of Kenya

D S/No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 E. S/No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 F. S/No 1 2 3

A685069 A685090 A685072 A685068 A685075 A685079 A685081 A685082 A685083 A685084 A685085 A685086 A685088 A685044 A685045 A685074

52,563,522.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 1,532,776,322.00

Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil

52,563,522.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 61,592,200.00 1,594,368,522.00

INITIAL FUNDS DISBURSED TO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR ASSUMPTION OF OFFICE OF THE COUNTY GOVERNMENTS County Commissioners who have submitted their Expenditure Returns County Initial Refurbishment of Swearing in of Procurement of Swearing in of MCA’s Total Amount Balance Kshs Governors Office Governor Hansard issued Kshs Amount issued Kshs. Amount issued Kshs Amount issued Kshs Amount issued Kshs Busia 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 315,000.00 6,315,000.00 NIL Embu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 180,000.00 6,180,000.00 NIL Garissa 3,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 7,270,000.00 NIL Homabay 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 360,000.00 6,360,000.00 NIL Kericho 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,270,000.00 NIL Kiambu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 540,000.00 6,540,000.00 NIL Kirinyaga 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 180,000.00 6,180,000.00 NIL Kisii 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 405,000.00 6,405,000.00 NIL Kisumu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 420,000.00 6,420,000.00 NIL Kitui 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 360,000.00 6,360,000.00 NIL Kwale 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 180,000.00 6,180,000.00 NIL Laikipia 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 135,000.00 6,135,000.00 NIL Makueni 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,270,000.00 NIL Marsabit 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 180,000.00 6,180,000.00 NIL Meru 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 405,000.00 6,405,000.00 NIL Migori 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 360,000.00 6,360,000.00 NIL Nakuru 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 660,000.00 6,660,000.00 NIL Nandi 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,270,000.00 NIL Narok 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 261,000.00 6,261,000.00 NIL Nyandarua 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 225,000.00 6,225,000.00 NIL Siaya 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,270,000.00 NIL Turkana 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,270,000.00 NIL West Pokot 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 180,000.00 6,180,000.00 NIL Lamu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 90,000.00 6,090,000.00 NIL Nairobi 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 1,020,000.00 7,020,000.00 NIL Total 51,000,000.00 50,000,000.00 50,000,000.00 8,076,000.00 159,076,000.00 County Commissioners who have NOT fully submitted their Expenditure Returns County Refurbishment of Swearing in of Procurement of Governors office Governor Hansard Kshs.

Kshs.

Kshs.

Baringo 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Bomet 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Bungoma 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Elgeyo/Marakwet 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Isiolo 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Kilifi 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Machakos 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Mandera 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Mombasa 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Muranga 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Nyamira 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Nyeri 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Samburu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Taita Taveta 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Tana River 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Tharaka Nithi 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Trans Nzoia 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Uasin Gishu 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Vihiga 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 TOTAL 38,000,000.00 38,000,000.00 38,000,000.00 County Kajiado Kakamega Wajir TOTAL

Swearing in MCA’s Kshs.

270,000.00 225,000.00 405,000.00 180,000.00 90,000.00 315,000.00 360,000.00 270,000.00 360,000.00 342,000.00 171,000.00 270,000.00 135,000.00 180,000.00 135,000.00 135,000.00 225,000.00 360,000.00 225,000.00 4,653,000.00

County Commissioners who have NOT submitted Expenditure Returns Refurbishment of Swearing in of Purchase of Swearing in MCA’s Governors office Governor Hansard Kshs.

Kshs.

Kshs.

Kshs.

2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 225,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 531,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 270,000.00 6,000,000.00 6,000,000.00 6,000,000.00 1,026,000.00

TOTAL Kshs.

6,270,000.00 6,225,000.00 6,405,000.00 6,180,000.00 6,090,000.00 6,315,000.00 6,360,000.00 6,270,000.00 6,360,000.00 6,342,000.00 6,171,000.00 6,270,000.00 6,135,000.00 6,180,000.00 6,135,000.00 6,135,000.00 6,225,000.00 6,360,000.00 6,225,000.00 118,653,000.00 TOTAL Kshs.

Kshs.

6,225,000.00 6,531,000.00 6,270,000.00 19,026,000.00

Outstanding Balance Kshs.

10,142.00 319,500.00 227,675.00 90.00 89,694.00 309,304.00 18,060.00 218,075.00 2,000,000.00 5,400.00 3,841.00 3,000.00 1,624.00 365.00 169,345.00 2,000,315.00 5,737,000.00 2,360,729.00 4,225,000.00 17,699,159.00 Outstanding Balance Kshs.

6,225,000.00 6,531,000.00 6,270,000.00 19,026,000.00

The Senate and County Assemblies in exercise of their oversight roles are requested to ensure and confirm that the monies were utilized for the intended purpose and in accordance with the Government Financial and Procurement Regulations.

TA is committed to ensure a seamless transition to a devolved system of government for effective service delivery to citizens.

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VACANCY

Program Officer – Forensic Medical Documentation The Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) is a governance, health and human rights non-profit organization. Our work is underpinned by a holistic approach involving litigation, medical and psychosocial rehabilitation of survivors of torture, monitoring government adherence to its human rights obligations and advocacy for policy, legal and institutional reforms. Over the last two decades we have assisted over 4,000 victims of torture, cruel, degrading and inhuman treatment through the support of our national network of over 100 professionals: doctors, trauma counselors, lawyers, human rights monitors and journalists.

IMLU’s Vision is a Just World free from Torture. The Mission is to promote and safeguard the rights of all against torture by holding the state accountable.

Job Title Location Reporting to Duration Required

Program Officer – Forensic Medical Documentation & Rehabilitation Nairobi with frequent travel Program Manager 1 year renewable based on performance Immediate

Overall Purpose of the Job: Responsible for IMLU’s management of its torture survivors’ forensic medical documentation and rehabilitation services and advises the Programme Manager and the Executive Director on Forensic medical documentation and rehabilitation issues pertaining to IMLU’s mandate. Responsible for coordinating, renewing and capacity building of IMLU national network of forensic medical experts.

Auto Sueco Kenya, based in Nairobi, is a company dedicated to the markeing & after sales assistance to Volvo buses & trucks, Volvo Pentagenerators & industrial engines, Volvo & SDLG construction equipment, as the official representative of these brands in the market

For More information, kindly visit our website http://www.imlu.org/africa/job-vacancies.html Application procedure: If you believe you have the talent we are looking for, have passion and commitment to human rights and your experience and qualification matches the above, you are invited to send your application letter and CV, including your current salary, expected remuneration, three professional referees and day time telephone contacts to: jobs@imlu.org with the subject matter Program Officer – Forensic Medical Documentation by 4pm, Thursday, 30th April, 2015.

Note: We will only receive email applications, only successful candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to disqualification.

UNISON SACCO SOCIETY LIMITED (Formerly Laikipia Teachers Sacco Society Limited

SPACE FOR RENT We have a vacant space (1,365Sq ft) available for rent on the second floor at Unison Sacco Plaza Nyahururu. Nyahururu – Ol Kolau Road Next to Kawa Fall and Opposite Laikipia High School. The space is available for rent to individual or private institution as a whole or part. The offices are safe and secure.

Any eligible party should express their interest to.

The Chairman Unison Sacco Society ltd-Unison Sacco Plaza-Kenyatta Highway.

P.O .Box 414-10400 Nanyuki

Only online applications with the position title of the applied position placed in the subject line are accepted.

Applications should be sent to xuser53@autosueco.co.ke by 24th April 2015.

Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

PUBLIC NOTICE The person whose photograph appears in this advertisement ceased to be an employee of Gelian Hotel Machakos but is required to assist with some information.

The public is hereby informed that Gelian Hotel shall not be responsible for any transactions entered into by the said person on its behalf or take responsibility for any losses incurred by any third party for transactions undertaken by him.

Any person with information as to his whereabouts is requested to contact the Machakos CID office or the nearest police station.

NAME : JOSEPH KARIUKI KAMAU ID NUMBER: 24064693

By management

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF NYAMIRA TENDER NOTICE EXTENSION OF TENDER CLOSING DATE Reference the Tender advert appearing on the Standard and Daily Nation Newspapers on Wednesday April 1st, 2015.

This is to inform all bidders that the Tender closing date has been extended from Wednesday April 15th, 2015 to Friday April 17th, 2015 at 10:00 am local time.

All other conditions remain the same.

COUNTY SECRETARY

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

LAIKIPIA COUNTY GOVERNMENT P.O. BOX 1271-10400 NANYUKI

TENDER NOTICE

The Laikipia County Government is in the process of procuring the items below. This is therefore to invite all interested bidders for the supply and Delivery of the same

TENDER NUMBER LCG/B50/2014-2015

ITEM DESCRIPTION Request for Proposal for Irrigation Inventory Survey (Re-advertisement).

LCG/A051/2014-2015 Supply, Delivery, installation and commissioning of two (2) milk coolers in Matanya and Nyambogichi in Laikipia County.

Bid Bond 2% of the tender sum 2% of the tender sum

Invitation to tender documents, containing detailed terms and conditions can be obtained from the head of Supply Chain Management Offices in Nanyuki and our Sub County Offices in Nyahururu during working hours upon payment of a non refundable fee of ksh.1, 000.00.

All completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with tender Number, category and item description addressed/posted to: The County Secretary, Laikipia County Government, P.O Box 1271-10400, NANYUKI Should be deposited into the tender box (blue in color) located at Laikipia County Government offices in Nanyuki, so as to be received on or before Thursday 30th April, 2015 at 11.00 am. The tender documents will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of candidate or their representatives who choose to attend.

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COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF MARSABIT MARSABIT COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

VACANCIES The Marsabit County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions:

6. CPSB06/15/04/2015 SENIOR ROAD OVERSEER,

1. CPSB01/15/04/2015: ASSISTANT ARCHITECT

a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a senior officer.

1) Supervising and controlling all roads works within the area of jurisdiction.

2) Assisting in the selection and location of suitable materials for road works.

3) Preparing and maintaining store ledgers, log sheets, tolls and plant ledgers, returns, master rolls and daily activity cards and any other records that may be require maintenance.

4) Preparing work programmes.

JOB GROUP ‘L’ (1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities This is the entry and training grade to the cadre. The officer will work under the supervision and guidance of an experienced officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail preparation of sketch/scheme designs and production drawings; interpretation of client’s requirements; and post contract administration. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: (i) a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or an equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (ii) Graduate membership with the Architectural Association of Kenya. (iii) shown administrative ability, wide knowledge and experience in preparation of drawings and management of drawings office; and (iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

2. CPSB02/15/04/2015 ASSISTANTENGINEER II (STRUCTURAL), JOB GROUP K( 1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities This is the entry and training grade to the cadre. An officer at this level will work under a senior officer. Duties will include: designing, preparation of drawings and supervision of construction of civil and structural works for simple projects. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: (i) a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution; and (ii) Been Registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer. (iii) served in the grade of Structural Assistant II or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service for at least three (3) years; (iv) a Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution; (v) Construction Technician Part III; or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution; and (vi) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

3. CPSB03/15/04/2015ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR II, JOB GROUP K (1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities This is the entry and training grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities entail: preparation of cost estimates, bills of quantities, monthly valuations on site, site re-measurements, and preparation of variation orders. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: (i) a Bachelor’s Degree in Building Economics/Quantity Surveying or its equivalent and relevant qualifications from a recognized institution; and (ii) Been registered as a Graduate member of either the Architectural Association of Kenya or the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya.

4.

CPSB04/15/04/2015 ASSISTANT ENGINEER II (ROADS) JOB GROUP K (1 POST)

(a) Duties and Responsibilities This is the entry and training grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will include: preliminary design, supervision of construction and maintenance of classified and unclassified roads. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: (i) be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (ii) Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

5.

CPSB05/15/04/2015 SENIOR INSPECTOR (ROADS) JOB GROUP J (1 POST)

Duties and Responsibilities 1) Supervising all roads construction, planning and maintenance works.

2) Preparing work programs.

3) Assisting in the selection and location of suitable materials for road works.

4) Ensuring that all ledgers log sheets, returns, master rolls and daily activity cards are completed on time and submitted as required.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: (i) served in the grade of Inspector (Roads) or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service for at least three (3) years; (ii) a Diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in Civil Engineering, or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (iii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

JOB GROUP H (1 POST)

b) Requirement for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: i. Served in the grade of Road Overseer 1 or a comparable and relevant position in the public service for at least three years (3); ii. Completed sir (6) weeks Road Overseer 1 course at Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology; iii. Certificates in computer applications; iv. Shown merit and competence as reflected in work performance and results;

7. CPSB07/15/04/2015 SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT (ELECTRICAL) JOB GROUP L ( 2 POSTS) (a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level may be deployed in a unit/design office at headquarters or in a district. Specific duties will involve the supervision of inspections; maintenance of electrical installations in public buildings and Government quarters; commissioning, testing and maintenance of electrical controls related to fire-detection equipment, cookers, water-heaters, general domestic appliances, power generating plants and machinery, catering equipment and low/medium voltage distribution systems. The officer will also supervise staff working under him/her.

In a design office, an officer will be involved in the preparation of design drawings and specifications and making estimates for electrical installations for supply of power to public buildings, hospitals and other institutions under direction of Electrical Engineer. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:(i) served in the grade of Superintendent (Electrical) or comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years; (ii) a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technician Certificate Part III or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (iii)Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

8. CPSB08/15/04/2015 SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEY ASSISTANT JOB GROUP L(1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities at this level entails: preparation of Bills of Quantities and specifications, site measurements and preparation of interim payment certificates and final accounts; control of specialized units relating to fees, precontract documentation, contract documentation and maintenance of contract records. In addition, the officer will carry out cost control, variation orders and assists in the audit of final accounts relating to contracts. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: (iv) served in the grade of Quantity Survey Assistant I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service for a at least three (3) years; (v) a Diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following fields: Quantity Survey, Building/Civil Engineering, or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (vi) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

9. CPSB09/15/04/2015 SENIOR ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT, JOB GROUP L ( 1 POST)

10. CPSB10/15/04/2015 SENIOR INSPECTOR (BUILDINGS), JOB GROUP J (1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level will be deployed as Clerk of Works for buildings under construction or as a Supervisor on alterations/repairs of existing buildings.

The duties and responsibilities at this level entail reading and interpreting Architectural and Engineering drawings, comparing their details with work on site and compiling site weekly reports and monitoring work progress. In addition, duties will involve supervision of artisans carrying out maintenance work at a depot. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: (i) served in the grade of Inspector (Buildings) or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years; (ii) a Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering or Construction Technician Certificate Part III or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (iii)Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

11. CPSB11/15/04/2015 CHIEF SUPERINTENDENT (MECHANICAL-MVP), JOB GROUP M ( 1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level will be responsible for the supervision of the design section. The officer will also be responsible for the preparation of tender documents, budget control, and implementation of new working techniques.

The officer will be responsible to the Principal Superintendent (Mechanical) for planning, co-ordination of technical operations in the workshop, training and staff development and supervision of personnel. At this level the officer will be deployed in the central/regional workshop. He/she may also be deployed to be in charge of transport in a Ministry. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: (i) Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Automotive) or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution; (i) served in the grade of Senior Superintendent (Mechanical) or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service for a at least three (3) years; (ii) Supervisory Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution; and (iii)Shown professional competence and skills as reflected in work performance and results.

12. CPSB12/15/04/2015 SENIOR INSPECTOR [ELECTRICAL -MVP], JOB GROUP J (1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level will be deployed in a section within the Central Workshop or Regional Workshop. The duties include fitting of electrical components; carrying out electrical repairs; fabricating and testing of electrical instruments such as voltmeters, starters, torque testers, voltage regulators, and characteristics testers among others and interpretation of simple electrical wiring sketches. (b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: (i) served in the grade of Inspector (Electrical) or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service for a at least three (3) years; (ii) a Diploma in either Automotive/Mechanical Engineering or Technician Certificate Part III in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and (iii)Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

13. CPSB13/15/04/2015 SENIOR INSPECTOR (MECHANICAL-MVP), JOB GROUP J ( 1 POST) (a) Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level will be deployed in a section within the Central/ Regional/District Workshops. The officer will be supervised by a senior officer in the repair of motor vehicles and plant machinery; his duties will include inspection of motor vehicles and plant/verification of the required spare parts; testing of vehicles and equipment before and after repair; conducting proficiency test for drivers; supervision of junior staff.

(a) Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail supervision of the drawing office and the works on site; preparation and checking of finished working drawings; analysis of technical information required by project teams at each design stage; coordination, organization and scheduling of work to ensure smooth flow; training and development of technical staff under him/her.

(b) Requirements for Appointment For promotion to this grade, a candidate must have: (i) Diploma (Automotive) or other approved equivalent qualification; (ii) Driving License; (ii) Satisfactorily served for at least three (3) years in the grade of Inspector (Mechanical); and (iii)Shown merit and ability in work performance.

(b) Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: (i) served in the grade of Architectural Assistant I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years; (ii) a Diploma or Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following disciplines: Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture, or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; (iii)shown administrative ability, wide knowledge and experience in preparation of drawings and management of drawings office; and (iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to: The Secretary/CEO Marsabit County Public Service Board P.O Box 386 - 60500, Marsabit Alternatively, you can apply online by completing an application form MCPSB 2, form may be downloaded from the county’s website www.marsabit.go.ke and or email your application and attachments to: jobs.cpsb@marsabit.go.ke; for your application to be considered, it must reach us by Friday, 27thMarch2015.

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International Peace Support Training Centre WESTWOOD PARK ROAD P.O. Box 24232 – 00502 KAREN, KENYA Telephone: 254-20-883158

The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) is a Research and Training institution focusing on regional peace support capacity building to respond to conflicts through preventive, management, recovery and peace building measures.

International Peace Support Training Center (IPSTC) invites Interested applicants for the post of DIRECTING STAFF / POLICE ADVISOR

TENDER

DIRECTING STAFF /POLICE ADVISOR Post Title: 1 Position - Police Adviser-Directing staff Type of Appointment: 1 year contract, Duration: 1 year renewable Direct Supervision: Through the Chief Instructor to the Commandant Gross Monthly Salary: $2,800.00

FOR FEASIBILITY STUDY REQUEST FOR QUOTATION FOR PROVISION OF CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for Coordination of academic and workshop training programmes related to Police in Peace Support Operation with particular focus on Eastern Africa region; 2. Prepare and deliver quality training lectures in areas related to Police in Peace Support Operation with focus on Eastern Africa region; 3. Responsible for development of training/learning materials, preparing training programs and maintaining records to monitor training outputs; 4. Participate in departmental and school meetings and workshops aimed at sharing training outcomes and building interdepartmental collaboration within and outside the school; 5. Write and approve lecture materials and hand-outs and presentations in lectures, workshops and symposium to facilitate quality delivery of training programs in Police in Peace Support Operation; 6. Participate in the development of curriculum in collaboration with the Curriculum Development Officers; 7. Assist in the production of a quarterly IPSTC newsletter; 8. Liaise with relevant institutions, academic, I/NGOs and research institutes etc., with a view to increasing IPSTC’s “network of experts;” 9. Develop cutting edge training tools and methodologies so as to meet the institution’s standards as a centre of excellence; 10. Remain abreast of contemporary adult learning principles with a view to developing relevant training tools and methodologies for associated training events; and 11. Develop a roster of training experts/facilitators in different subject areas.

Education & Experience • A retired police officer of the rank of a Police – Chief Inspector or above • Must have IPO UN/AU mission experience (preferably more than one mission duty) • Must have training development experience • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field • Work independently without daily supervision.

• Must understand and be able to manage double reporting lines (IPSTC and ISS) • Must have sound experience of UN/AU mandates including roles of military and civilian counterparts.

• 10 years’ service minimum

Terms of Reference will be available from Thursday 16th April 2015 from the offices of the Association at 06 Longonot Road, Upper Hill, upon payment of a non-refundable amount of Kshs 5,000 in cash or Banker’s Cheque payable to K.A.T.O. A compulsory Pre-Tender site inspection and briefing session for interested bidders will be held on Monday 27th April, 2015 from 10:00am at 06 Longonot Road, Upper Hill. ONE person who is suitably qualified to comprehend the scope of work to be done shall represent each tenderer at the Briefing Session.

The completed tender documents are to be enclosed in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked: TENDER REFERENCE NO: KATO/RFP/01/2015 “FINANCIAL PROPOSAL - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR PROVISION OF FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCIAL FACILITY UPPER HILL NAIROBI.” And addressed to:

Skills, abilities and personal attributes • Ability to prepare and deliver lectures to high level professionals with diverse backgrounds; • Ability to conceptualise, design, develop and undertake structured evaluation and review of training projects and programs; • Good report writing analytical skills; • Public speaking and excellent presentation skills; How to Apply: Applications including cover letter, CVs, copies of relevant certificates, current remuneration and expected remuneration as well as current notice period should be addressed to the Director by 21st April 2015.

International Peace Support Training Centre Westwood Park, Karen P O Box 24232 - 00502 Nairobi, Kenya or emailed to: jobs@ipstc.org

A well-established Membership Association headquartered in Nairobi hereby invites bids from firms with a proven track record in carrying out similar assignments to provide consultancy services to conduct a Feasibility Study for a proposed Commercial Development in Upper Hill Nairobi.

The Chief Executive P. O. Box 48461- 00100 NAIROBI

Tel: +254 722 434845 / +254 20 2417864 / +254 020 2622961 Or deposited in the Tender Box at the reception of the Association’s Offices at 06 Longonot Road, Upper Hill.

The client does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid and reserves the right to accept the whole or part of a bid. All bids to be received on or before Friday 29th May, 2015, at 12.00pm.

Late submissions shall automatically be disqualified whatever the circumstances.

REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE CHIEF MAGISTRATE’S COURT AT NAIROBI MILIMANI COMMERCIAL COURTS CIVIL CASE NO. 1274 OF 2014

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CHARLES KAGWAINE MUNENE………….…………1ST PLAINTIFF CECILIA NYANDIA MUNENE……………...…………2ND PLAINTIFF -VERSUSADDISON KUTONDO CHEBUKAKA………………….DEFENDANT SUBSTITUTED SERVICE BY ADVERTISEMENT Under Order 5, Rule 17 of the Civil Procedure Rules and Pursuant to an Order given on 24th March 2015.

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A copy of Summons to enter appearance, Notice of Motion and Memorandum of claim all dated 16th March 2015 may all be obtained from Employment and Labour Relations Court of Kenya at Nairobi Registry or at the Offices of the Claimant’s Advocate.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that this case is now scheduled for Mention of 30th April 2015 before the Employment and Labour Relations Court of Kenya at Nairobi for further directions on hearing.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that you are required to Enter Appearance by yourself or someone authorized by law to act on your behalf within 15 days from the date of this Publication, failure to which the case will be heard in your absence.

DATED at NAIROBI 30th March 2015 ERIC NTABO & CO. ADVOCATES FOR THE CLAIMANT DRAWN BY: ERICK NTABO & CO. ADVOCATES AFYA CENTER 11TH FLOOR, LEFT WING, TOM MBOYA STREET P.O. BOX 21013-00100, NAIROBI

REPITBLIC OF KENYA IN THE CHIEF MAGISTRATE’S COURT OF KENYA AT NAIROBI MILIMANI COMMERCIAL COURTS CIVIL SUIT NO.725 OF 2015 Kengrow Limited...................................Plaintiff -vsSwara Hybrid Limited......................Defendant SUBSTITUTED SERVICE BY ADVERTISEMENT PURSUANT TO THE COURT ORDER DATED 24TH MARCH 2015.

TO: Swara Hybrid Limited, Nairobi TAKE NOTICE that a Plaint has been filed at the Chief Magistrate’s Court at Nairobi, Milimani Commercial Courts Civil Suit No. 725 of 2015 in which you are named as the defendant and pursuant to the court order dated 24th March 2015, service of Summons and Plaint upon you has been ordered by means of this Advertisement. A copy of the Plaint and Summons may be obtained from the court registry or from the plaintiff’s Advocates.

AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that unless you enter appearance and file a Defence within 21 days from the date of this Advertisement, judgment may be entered against you without further reference to yourselves your absence notwithstanding.

DATED at NAIROBI this 13th day of April 2015.

NDEMO MOKAYA & CO. ADVOCATES FOR THE PLAINTIFF DRAWN BY: Nderno Mokaya & Co. Advocates Development House, 13th Floor,Suite 1 (E-Mail; rndemo@yahoo.com) 0721306963 Moi Avenue Avenue P.O. Box 58387-00200, NAIROBI. REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA AT KITALE CIVIL CASE NO. 14 OF 2013 (OS).

James Kangethu Njoroge…...........Plaintiff/applicant VERSUS C. Ruthman (Mrs)….......1st Defendant/ Respondent John Bertram Steyn..…2nd Defendant/ Respondent TO: 1. C. RUTHMAN (MRS) 2. JOHN BERTRAM STEYN Substituted Service By Way Of Advertisement Under Order (V) Rule 17 Of The Civil Procedure Rules And Pursuant To Orders Of The Court On 9th December 2013.

TAKE NOTICE that an originating summons dated 20/3/2013 have been filed at the High Court at Kitale in civil case Number 14 of 2013 in which you are named as the Defendants/Respondents. Service of the summons on you has been ordered by means of this advertisement. A copy of the originating summons dated 20th March 2013 and amended on 3rd October 2013. Order may be obtained from the High Court registry or from the applicants’ advocates’ offices at the address below.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that if you fail to file your reply within FIFTEEN (15) DAYS from the date of this advertisement, the hearing of the matter shall proceed your absence notwithstanding and orders granted as sought in the originating summons.

DATED at NAIROBI this 14th day of November 2014.

Kangethe & Mola Advocates For The Plaintiff/applicant DRAWN & FILED BY Kangethe & Mola Advocates 5th Avenue Office Suites No.3, 4th Floor, 5th Ngong Avenue, P.O Box 69768 – 00400, NAIROBI

A286 Personal

DEATH NOTICE WOOD, KEITH LEONARD, of Weybourne, Norfolk, and Nairobi, Kenya.

Died suddenly 1st April 2015 in Nairobi.

Dearly loved Father and Grandfather.

Greatly missed.

Memorial donations may be made in Keith’s name to The Nairobi Hospice, a charity he supported for many years.

Lala Salama Dad.

AGRICULTURE & HOME

B462 Business for Sale REGISTERED Chemist off Kwngware spacious ideal 4 clinic 0732033241

Bypass (Kamakis) bar, butchery & car wash 0722899288

SUPERMKT q/s 1.5M 020-2067838

B469 Business Offers MASTER/ PHD projects 0720646916

B476 Business Opportunities 3500 cypress trees for sale. Planted yr 2009 Worth sh 6M To harvest yr 2020 @ ksh 20M call 0721474982

BUS MKB 51 Seater Operational

Good condition @1.4m 0732-033241

A988 Dogs & Dog Training GSD’s & Boerboel 0722357923 KIUNADOGS call 0721982203

• Used High Quality original Amplifiers from Sh 9,000/• Tuners @ sh3,600/-

240v-, fm normal - 88-108mhz • Kenwood, • Onkyo, • Pioneer, • Teac, • Harman/Kardon •Marantz etc • Denon,

GAKURU AUDIO VIDEO Goodhope Plaza, Next to Chase Bank Luthuli / River Rd Junction

0708810020 / 0708810021

A822 Computers

@FCL Auto Logbook Loans from

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500k - 5Million Call 0705-812385

@ Get upto 1m 0720917321, 0727707839

Hp duo core @7800 Hp core i3 laptops @28k core i5 @35k, duo core 18k @Afya Centre Computer shop mezz1 0722631587, 0202095829

020-2245564 spot loans on Toshiba,

HP /Dell Laptops Duocore/2GB/80G

Macpros& HP Laptops btwn 20K-50K

Dvd-rw/Webcam @14K. P4 desktops @5K Call 0721167395

ADVANCE selling ur car 0711-433404

Laptop, Mac & screen repairs 0721486136 LAPTOPS Acer Cel @29k HP Cel

GET loans Upto Kshs. 500,000/= using your log book we donot hold your car. Call 0715612623, 0735612623

LOAN 4 bankers Insurers & Telecom permanent employees -Nbi 0722568196

LOAN,

0725614166

CARS,

LOGBOOK

LOANS on Logbook 24hr 0719576964

@30k HP Dual @34k Core13 @40k.

Bestell 0720561136, 0714414743

SACCO software free www.lixnet.net

A829 Domestic Appliances

KYOCERA SPECIAL OFFER !!!

LOANS on the spot between 15-40K with laptops as security, 0723408602

NEW & Used bus/Lorry finance Dep 25% blnc in 36mnths 0702720513

SAME Day loan on logbook, upto 6 months repayment 0704-808990

SELLto us Gold Ornaments 0721111367

63 WATTS KShs.11,500 85 WATTS KShs.14,000 140 WATTS KShs.29,500

WE Advance instant cash against your m/vehicle T/deed 0713266196

WE offset loans/advance 0723145428

B598 Security & Safety CCTV Installations, Home, Office, Schools, Farms 0731-997799

Email: solar@telesales.co.ke

A871 Miscellaneous

B546 Machinery for Sale CAT D7F, D6R Vibroller hammers drilling rig Tel 0723937663

CAT Grader 140G Tel 0723937663 EXCAVATOR

Hydraulic rock breaker & buckets 0706337080

ITAL PRODUCTS LTD ITALIAN TECHNOLOGY

• Office and workshop safety kits • Vehicles safety kits • Military first aid kits • Outdoor first aid kits • General first aid kits

Email: info@coastalkenya.com Tel: 0738 162121 0722 344883 0723 808249

REPAIR & MAINTENANCE

INTERIOR DESIGN

TURKEY cal 0716391390

WHOLESALE AVAILABLE

B525 Financial

DRIP-LINES @12/= 0700169962

A974 Birds

AMPLIFIERS & TUNERS

RUIRU

B664 Farm Services

PETS & LIVESTOCK

A794 Audio & Visual Equipment

Imported new and secondhand machinery. In good condition.

Milling machine, lathe machines, generators.

Roller, cutting machine,hydrolic machines, universal shear, wood machines.

Mobile : 0727 587 874, Tel: +254 020 555400 / 534492 / 0701-551911 Website: www. italproductsltd.com Email: italproducts@wananchi.com

WHERE TO EAT A531 Hotels LUTHULI

Salama Hotel CBD Nairobi B&B 1800/- Tel: 0721-367196

WHERE TO STAY A557 Apartments Available

B001 Livestock

B581 Printing

HIGH yield friesian dairy cows 30

GT0Z46,

ARROW Furnished Apts 0733760006 BIG Reduction on Studio apts. Call for

CLEANING SERVICES

GLORY Palace Hotel wifi with b/fast 1200/- pp sharing Call: 0723176777,

litres pday 0722514864

SHOPPING GUIDE A377 Shoes & Footwear CHILDREN Shoes 1K 0729256053

COMMERCIAL

Stahl56fold,er collator, perfect binder BQ260, polar 115, Schneider 92, die cutter A3, paper drill, laminator A2, plate Cylinder for GTO46. 0721682182

a discount! limited time offer: for new guests. www.woodmerenairobi.com 0722-344778

A571 Hotels 0706-526255, 0713007976, 0733954682

FOR SALE OR WANTED

LUXURIOUS

serene gardened surroundings with large rooms from 2,500.Call 0702440489

50 | Classified ELECTRICAL

TOURS & TRAVEL FOOD & BEVERAGE A615 Dairy Products MILK Powder 25kg bag 0708373100

A660 Grains, Beans & Legumes MILLET 300bags for sale 0724911664

SITUATIONS VACANT B243 Domestic/Casual Jobs 2H/girls wntd good sal+off 0721531412 HOUSEGIRLS avlb 0702056507 HOUSE Maids wanted 0710584830

B250 General

FIELD ENGINEER: 2 POSTS (REF: F150502) Qualifications: Bachelors’ degree in engineering.

Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in Construction Industry gained either in a design office or with a contractor or a consultant.

ELECTRICALTECHNICIAN: 1 post (REF:EM0402) Qualifications: Diploma equivalent in Electrical Engineering Experience: Min. 3 years of experience in factory maintenance or controls assembly.

Skills: Computer packages and driving license are an added advantage. NYS trained persons encouraged to apply.

Send cv. to recruitstaffadv@gmail.com Deadline for application 24/4/2015

(10) A trailer turnboys rq 0721772484 (10) FH drivers t/boy recep clner rq worlwide marktng 0720-911226

APOSTOLIC CARMEL GIRLS’ SECONDARY SCHOOL BURUBURU PH 5 NAIROBI

TEACHING VACANCIES 1. Chemistry / Mathematics 2. Chemistry / Physics Requirements: 1. Bachelor of Education Science.

2. 3 years or more, teaching experience.

3. Male teachers are preferred 4. Experience in preparing K.C.S.E students Application letter and testimonials to reach the Principal on or before 21st April 2015.

P.O Box 1344-00515 BURUBURU-NAIROBI MOBILE: 0715 232 097 0728 502 547

100 positions for form 4 leavers and above. Earn 7,000/= weekly in a busy Sales & Marketing firm. Free training & orientation. For more info Call 0708-192229, 0722-735620

A Girl’s school in Limuru looking for teachers Deg/Dip Education holders Kis/CRE, Bio/Agr, Math/Bst 0722113178

A well established Mixed Day and Boarding Academy within Thika urgently requires P1 Teachers. Apply to DNA No 1799 PO BOX 49010-00100 Nairobi

B /Studies exp

graduate required. Tel 0713088218

teachers

CASHIER Supervisor Waiters Stock Takers wanted. Apply: managerrecruit19@gmail.com Before 19th April 2015

CHEF Continental Sudan 0721629458 DOUBLE ‘M’ Bus Co. require: PSV

conductors KCSE D+ & PSV. Experienced drivers KCPE. Bring original & copy of good conduct, certs, CV, DL, PIN Reg 500/=.

Interviews on 21/04/2015. Call 0722505708, 0721266947

FAW 10 wheeler driver wanted Apply 60169 00200 NRB

KISWAHILI esp graduate teachers required. Tel 0713088218

MANAGER Urgently required, F4, KCSE C+. Call 0720-392142

MED

DAILY NATION Wednesday April 15, 2015

Lab Tech HND 2 years experience Box 44300-00100 Nairobi

/ Electronics Technician with Diploma / Degree Education needed, with knowledge on Refrigeration and Heating appliances and minimum 2 years motor vehicle driving experience& or motorcycle driving experience. Please indicate expected salary. E-mail your CV to: Vending Services on info@vendingservices.co.ke with the subject heading “ Application for Electrical / Electronics Technician only Apply if you have the above qualifications. Applications with Motor cycle driving experience will be given a preference

VACANCY

A reputable company in Nakuru is seeking to recruit an accountant.

Requirements:• Minimum qualification-CPA part-2, • At least 3 years working experience.

• Should be between 25-40 yrs.

Send your application and state your minimum expected salary to; The Directors, P. O. BOX 14540-20100, NAKURU

VACANCY

A Banking Agency is looking for suitable candidates to fill posts of SALES EXECUTIVES. Contact Phone Nos. +254 773 184898 OR Send CV to: leoart@leoart.co.ke leoartlimited@gmail.com

JOB VACANCY A leading Metal Packaging Manufacturing Company based in Industrial Area, Nairobi, urgently requires: PRINTING MACHINE OPERATORS Essential Qualifications; * At least 5 years Experience on Metal Printing & Coating Machines * Diploma in Printing Technology will be an added advantage Applicants to submit their CV plus Testimonial copies to the undersigned before/ or 30th 20th June 2014.

April 2015.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER P.O Box 42785 – 00100 Nairobi.

NGO Forestry Wdf Trainees 0722785175 NGO Req Driver Clerk t/boy, clean

SPMKT att cleaner T/Boy driver Worldwide Marketing 0708-605427

STUDY/ Teach Eng. China 0729740758 TAXI Drivers reqd 0721-918295 URGENTLY needed 2010 and 2011 graduates from Ahiti Kabete Animal Health apply Box 699 Kitengela or email info@lenanapharm.co.ke

VACANCIES 30 F4 Leavers & above

urgently needed for Sales & Mkting Job in Nyanza.Age btw 18-28yrs.Call 0721752642.

A leading driving school is inviting applications from drivers wishing to be trained as driving instructors.

Must:- Possess a clean driving licence and at least 5 years experience Be O level educated Have Certificate of good conduct Be physically fit Employment guaranteed on qualification Call 0729461713 for details and interview appointment.

URGENT VACANCY PRECISION COOLING EXPERT Qualifications: • Bsc. Mechanical Engineering • Min 2 years’ field experience ONLY FULLY COMPLIANT CV’s to: HR@VectorInternational.com

WAITRESSES and Cooks wanted.

Good pay Call 0739-867612

B263 Women FEMALE aged 22-26 form 4 leaver

secretarial studies basic accounts and cmputer litrate. Apply to Giakki Ltd PO Box 30714-00100 Nrb or email giakkiholding@gmail.com

P1 Sec tr rqd call 0722518843

SITUATIONS WANTED B277 Domestic/Casual Jobs 0722516342, 0721834778 trained h/g ANN h/girls 0722938138 HSEGLS avail/wantd 0729592651

B284 General

MOTORS

EDUCATIONAL B403 Colleges

Mess Secr. Elimu Hse 0700-018416

PHARMACY

Assistant (cert.)to work in Nyahururu town 0723984175

RIDERS with F/G license. Apply at Peoplelink, Uganda hse 3rd fl rm16.

Tel 0712600600

HEAVY COMMERCIAL

NISSAN Lefesta 2007 tel:0733825668 NISSAN March 1.4L 07 0733825668 NISSAN Serena '7 0722854640 NISSAN sylphy '8 0722854640 NISSAN UD 33 seater 0723515688 NZE KBX 06 SILVER 580K DEP 100K

CONTAINER good condition. Call Simon 0720613035

Containers 40ft,20ft 0721-260047 CONTAINERS on sale 0732667801 CONTAINTERS on sale 20FT and 40FT Jogoo Road 0722-351616

MOTOR VEHICLES B049 Car Hire 0700128555 prado, Voxy, saloon new,

modern, f/ld, variety from 2500/- p.d 0700210756 WISH NZE 1500 p/d 0703764682 NEW CARS @ 2K PD

0721144998 Voxy-NZE from 1500/= ACE CAR HIRE 24H2K 0733208698 A Glory Car Hire Tours & Safaris (Msa). Prado’s Saloon 4x4’s, Mini buses call: 0713007976, 0733954682 Alepol Trails car hire 0722588028 CAR Hire @2000 0722337474 CAR hire 2K 24HRS 0735768989

CARS For Hire 2500 0722843914 CARS Needed for long term lease 40-100k p/month 0711453688

CARS Wanted 40-200k 0722-111248 CARS wanted 50-200k 0722843914 CARS wanted 50-250k 0722873377 EDEN Rent a car, Saloons, Canters

4x4, Prados, Limousines, Pick -ups, Voxy, Call 0723719444, 0706526255 LA-NIK Car hire 0722-959840 NEW Saloon cars requird for long term subcontract for corporate taxi service in Nairobi and Mombasa Call James 0723-426318 or Chris 0719-620290 Now!!

PHINEKARS car hire 0716616761 TRIPPLE ‘M’ car hire 0715900970 VICTOR car hire 0722379197 Westland hire cars/Noah’s 0722521678

B070 Exhaust Pipes and Silencers SETLAK Galv 552265, 0722527924 T/Mark2 KBD white,cln 535k 0714805753 T/EE104 KAU blak auto 465k 0714805753 AUDI '07 as new, 3.3M 0722 523 667 BMW 318i cln 255K AH 0727723284 BMW X5 '05 Black,1.5M 0722524752 DAIHATSU Feroza 340k 0721387528

SECURITY Sales manager needed 2yrs experience in security equipment sales.

Send applications admin@sharpkenya.com 1 position

PLANT OPERATOR TRAINING MAY INTAKE (6TH MAY 2015)

Registration going on • Excavator • Compact Roller • Bulldozer • Grader • Farm tractor • Shovel

A reputable Travel Company located along Mombasa Road is seeking for a Senior Travel Consultant with at least 5 years experience in Business & Leisure Travel. Main areas are:• Handling telephonic/email enquires Addressing various travel needs for business clients • Offering excellent customer service and creating rapport with clients • Air Reservations- booking domestic, low cost and worldwide airfares • Other reservations - rail, hotels, car hire and assistance with passports and visas.

• Conversant with Galileo GDS systems • Able to perform under pressure and demands of required accounting procedures D/NA. 1798 49010-00100 Nairobi

SMALL college in Thika urgently wants HND electrical & KNEC comm dev lecturers call sms 0722528320 or 0787686518

p/day 1.35m ono owner 0737326688

BAL IN 1 YEAR 0733259109

Prado '05, petrol, 2.1M 0722 523 667 PRADO ‘09 3.65m 0727581090 PRADO 07 company maintained f/loaded new tyres 0722159223

PRADO diesel KBR 2.53M 0735-999989 PRO BOX KBW 350K 0711325747 PROBOX KCA 700000 Succed KCB 760000 dep 250,000 0711971952

R/rover Vogue '04, face lift 2013, petrol 3.5M, 0722 523 667

RAV4 KBN NZE KBR 0722337474 STARLET, KAP, 97,VERY clean, silver, manual, 3 door, asking 335k, call - 0763519148

SUCCEED KCC yr2008 0721701854 SUNNY B12 KAD 0722-882565 SUNNY B14 manual KAN 0712886051 T/Allion 08 1.28m 0716455790 T/Axio 08 1.08m 0727067471 T/Duet cln 285K BC 0727723284 T/DYNA KCA 8tons 2.4m 0706187486 T/Fielder 08 silver 1.1m 0725421177 T/Fielder BY silvr 690k 0721806351 T/Harrier Black 08 2.3m 0727067471 T/Harrier KCC ’08 2.32m 0738649040 T/Hilux Vigo '09 1.45M 0721739947 T /LAND CRUISER 08 finance 0720676871 T/Mark X 07 0720 676871 T/NZE KBV 115 700,000 0722-492042 T/Prado 02 KBF 1.85m 0716455790

T/PRADO petrol used 0720 676871 T/Premio 08 1.4-1.5m 0706184436 T/Probox 07 KBU Ksh485k 0722714686 T/Probox 08 silver 730k 0705864475 T/Ractis 08 780k 0734722700 T/Rav4 r/wine 08 2.02m 0706184436 T/Rush 07 0720 676871 T/Shark 7L KCC 1.75m 0722616632 T/Shark mat 550K AU 0727723284 T/surf sun/rf 2.3m 0728379007 T/Townace 455K BG 0727723284 T/Vanguard 07 black 1.95m 0725421177 T/Vitz grey/silver 08 680k 0722139169 T/Wish 07 black 1.02m 0722139169 T/WISH 07 black 980k 0725421177 T/FIELDER BM 450K 0710675435 T/HARRIER KCC f/l 0723445447 T/NZE 550k 0722601529 Touareg '04, f/l 1.5M 0722523667 TOWNACE KBT 2005 450K DEP 50-200K BAL IN 1 YEAR 0752711991

• KBX....7.5M • KBV...7.3M • KBL....4.4M

THIKA PLANT

SECURITY Sales reps needed 2 yrs

experience in Security equipment sales send applications to: admin@sharpkenya.com

call 0722854150 0205288464

Mitsubishi Lancer wagon 0733825668 N/DIESEL 29seat matatu income 6k

NURSE

Aid required.

Call 0716-756600 or 0729-751003 PACKERS WANTED 0708606007

quick sale 880K nego 0720-223710

MITSUBISHI FH c/body KBQ 3.4M

MOTORCYCLES & BICYCLES

B085 For Sale, Private

SALES Reps Wanted 0722705938 TUTOR Criminology 0720441985

MINIBUS 2.5m 0721291066 MIT Canter KAL 4D32 very clean

Call: 0703 813 145 • 1 month course 0711 899 829 • Boarding

facilities

Requirements available • National ID • Interim Driving License • Valid Driving License

KIWAN Computer College offers all job oriented computer courses Tel 0722453607 Information Hse 2nd Flr

B383 Education WOMEN & Girls partial scholarships

for Degree, Diploma & Certificate Call 0722-109223, 0706-618734

B424 Private Tuition MATHS Phy Bio Chem All Saints Cathedral from 13/04/15 0717368775

B382 Schools A Christian boarding Nairobi F1-4 Grad Staff 14,900 per Term 0701517254

Call: 0722 521021 FUSO 10wheels local d/diff 2.8M call 0722854150 / 0205288464

FUSO Intercooler h/sided 2006 3.4M call 0722854150 0205288464

HARRIER KBJ 950,000 0727691965 HARRIER KBR silver 1.7m 0736727838 HILUX d/cab 2.6M 0727691965 Honda CRV 08 1.98m 0734722700 ISUZU 4.3NKR 1.3M 0720830495 ISUZU FSR KAQ 1.5M 0721-346324 ISUZU FVZ KAP 3.7M 0723937663 ISUZU single 650k 0722574309 M/Benz C200 '06 1.3M 0722 523 667 M/ Benz E320 '03 1.4M 0722 523 667 M/Benz S320L '01 1.2M 0722 523 667 M/Benz S 320L '01 1.4M 0722 523 667 M/Benz S350L '03 1.6M 0722 523 667 M/Benz S350L '07 5.2M 0722 523 667 MAT 33pax Hundai 1.85m 0722606550 Mazda Demio 355K BQ 0727723284 MAZDA Verisa '8 0722854640 MERCEDES Benz C200 KAJ auto m/blue 750K 0721212789

TOY/ 110 KAV @370k 0729207907 TOY 100KAJ 135K 0720927827 OW TOY AE91 KAK 110K 0726084394 TOY Fielder 07 v/cln 780k 0726860249 TOY NZE KBM ‘03 545k 0721526708 TOYOTA - AE100, 93,GREY, AUTO, ASKING 350k, 0725750506

TOYOTA Allion 07 0722854640 TOYOTA Fielder 07 0722854640 TOYOTA ISIS sky blue KCA 2007 820k. Call 0722-138114, 0733-879165

Toyota NZE KBC @540K 0724139935 Toyota Passo 2007 KBY 0734021100 TOYOTA Ractis 08 Black KCC L

810K NZE 06 BV W vclean 790K call 0723913435

TOYOTA

Shark KAP kshs.295,000 tel 0722359744

diesel

Toyota VX KBD 2002 model 4200cc diesel m/gold 3.5M 0721212789

TOYOTA VX KBS 4200cc diesel

milk white v/c 2.9M 0721212789 TOYOTA Wish 07 0722854640

Toy VX '07 n/arr, 5.3M 0722 523 667 Toy VX '08 petrol/diesel, choice of 5, from 5.2M Call 0722 523 667

Toy vx '99, immac 1.9M 0722 523 667 T/PREMIO '08 KCC 0710938045 T/PREMIO 2002 Silver KBG N/Shape f/loaded ksh 900k 0722670834

T/RAV 4 KAP 435k 0720532410 TSHARK KBN DE150 0725522729 T/SURF AL 480K 0763229050 VOLVO V70 2007 KBZ fully loaded serious enq only 980K 0735-244288

VW/ Toureg Blue 3M 0727691965 VW Golf '02, local, 500K 0722 523 667 VW Golf 590k 0721417135 VW TOUAREG 06 finance available 0720 676871

B103 Lorries for Sale Scania p/mver slvg 850K 0722702214 Trailer Bachu h/side 1.55m 0722702214

RESIDENTIAL & BUSINESS PROPERTIES B740 Land, Plots for Sale @Birika Ololooitikosh area 3/4 acre @2M. Call 0722869937/0722344534

@NAROK town prime 1/8plots near h/way c/titles 550,000 0726085921

1/4 acre 6M Rongai next to Bookland Academy owner 0716431688

1AC o/rongai 100m 0727136014 1 acre Kiserian 13m 0727136014 50,100acres Tuala @ 1.6m 0727136014 76acs Kitengela @13m 0727136014

ARE YOU SELLING OR BUYING PROPERTY/LAND? @ FORUM 4 REAL ESTATE We are specialized in Selling your land/House/Plot very fast,Try Us!!

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ATHIRIVER town 1/8a - 8m 0721775272 BHD KCB 1/2acre 900K 0720-594898 Busam Properties Ltd

1. Isinya plots for sale 1/8 acre touching pipeline tarmac rd from 520k - 620k 2. Kjd/ Kaputiei North 2 parcels of 5 acre plots @1.7M p.acre call 0722321166/ 0735612623 Site visit organized Buy Land now and Pay Tomorrow. 10 instalments and balance in 2017.No interest. Namanga 1/8 pay 8K PM. Isinya 1/8 pay 10K PM. 0702145063,0772145063,0774145064

CHUKA 1/8@65K 0713832510 (MANGU INVESTMENTS LIMITED) On sale for Schools, Hospitals and Churches on Kenyatta and White Sisters Roads off Thika Superhighway Offers to Mangu Hse Thika 2nd Floor Tel No. 0724256022

TOY Platz KBR ‘05 550k 0721438501 Toy Prado '03 petrol 3.4L, 3dr,

ELDORET Rock centre prime plots

TOY Probox ‘03 430k KBL-J 0721441523 TOY Raum KBJ clean 0720966541 TOY shark 5LKBE 900K 0726675646

EMBU 1/8@55k 0713832510 GITHU Kimbo 40x80 0720-480646 ISINYArd 5acres on tarmac0787651388

sunroof, immaculate 0722 523 667

1/8 @1.25M 1/4 @2.4M 0729-995822

Classifieds/Transition 51

DAILY NATION Wednesday April 15, 2015 GATHUTHI / Nyeri 3+ acres, plus

Thika/Ngoingwa 1/8a 2m 0720157998 THIKA Kiganjo 2brm Bungalows in a

freeland 1+acre on tea rest planted with N/grass, located 1 1/2km from Wamagana 7km from Nyeri town call 0719437437 HOMEWARD: Daystar 50X100 dep. 100,000 bal. 4mths, titles ready, 0202610923,0700509512 viewing free HOMEWARD: Joska 50x100 dep.

50,000 bal. 4mths, titles ready, 020 2610923, 0751201267 Viewing free HOMEWARD: Katani 50X100 dep.

100,000 bal. 4mths, Titles ready, 020 2610923, 0700509512 viewing free

LOWER KABETE next to Kenya School of Government, Prime half-acre plot

ISINYA 2 acres, 4 acres and 5 acres

MAILI-TISA Namanga 122 acres 16km

opposite Kenchic 0727 488 788, 0708 592 177, 2738994 ISINYA Adjacent to Kenchic 38 plots 50x100, 100m from tarmac with titles suitable for Chamas or Saccos 725k Bulk discounts Call 0722783993 ISINYA prime 5a&10a ideal for subdivson 1.7M pa 0700416390

JOSKA~EASTER Offer plots Just

before Sunshine Secondary School @400K VINEYARD 0712175151 JUJA 30acres 150m 0710986479 JUJA 5acres 32m 0710986479 JUJA FARM 7.5Acrs 0735769696

JUJUFARM 1.25A 0723025122 BLK2 KABATI 0.5ACT/D 0772011866 KABETE Gatumumu 1.4m 0722804574 Kajiado rd 100ac on tarmac 0787651388 KAJIADO road 1000acres 0787651388 KAJIADO road 270acres 0787651388 KAMULU 50x100 along Sir Henry Kshs. 950,000 Call 0726-832608 Mike KAMULU 50x100 dep. 50,000 bal 4mths. Ready titles. 0202-164920, 0712013550, 0705654430 SIDEWAY PROPERTIES Ltd. Vedic Hse 7th Flr KAMULU KBC 1acre 0720966541 KAMULU Malaa one acre 1.3m Tel.0773911295 KAREN 1/2 acre 20m 0725224482 KAREN Ndege rd 1.1ac 60m, Langata Bomas 1/2ac 28m 0722899288 KASARANI Mwiki plot for sale 0725297795 KATANI 50x100 near Shangilia 0727 488 788, 0708 592 177, 2738994 KDO rd Koma 1/8ac 450k 0722743852 KENOL 40x80 R/title 1m 0720878210 KIAMBU gichocho plot 1/8 2.3m 0725022424 KIAMBU ndumberi plot 4.5m 0725022424

KIAMBU rd 2acs & 10acs 0722735199 KIAMUMBI 1/4 7M 0720835407 or 0733822576 John. No Broker

KIKUYU Nachu 1/8 200k 0725749900 KIKUYU Ndiuni 1/8 100K 0721978756 KIKUYU Ndiuni 1/8 45k 0708313106 Kileleshwa 0.7ac + hse 0722-520394 KILELESHWA Apprx half ac prime clean title email contac houseforsale7001 @gmail.com

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KILIMANI 1/2,1.7ac +hse 0722-520394 KINOO 1/4 NEAR TARMAC 12M, 1/8AC 5.8M &2.8M 0722790200

KISAJU 1/8 acre 800m from tarmac

near New Yukos 795k 0720-910156 KISAJU 20acres 3-5per ac 0705613113 KISAJU 35 plots 50x100 @600k 0724108687 KISAJU near tarmac 1/8 @550K 0729-995822

KISERIAN Tinga 1/8a 45K 0725660080 KITE~Easter offer Plots, next to

Proposed Theological NIST Univ @ 450K Call Vineyard 0734826946 KITENGELA ( Near Yukos) plots 50x100 ready titles 70% bank loan available shs 1.7m Call 0722653226 Kitengela 1/4acre 2.5m 0722-914964 KITENGELA Blue Valley 1/8ac 0727-797967, 0722858954, 0786 544502

KITENGELA

EPZ 50x100 commercial 0722665574 KITENGELA - Milimani 1/4ac 2.1m Kisaju 1/2ac 2.7m, Acacia 1ac 13m Isinya 1/4-20ac plots tel 0722899288 KOMAROCK 1/8@95k 0712430532

KUTUS

plots next kirinyaga university call 0722 896 229

KUTUS

township prime plots.

F ronting tarmac near Kirinyaga University 1/8acre ready title all services. Call 0711474249

LIMURU (Tigoni) 1km frm Kentmere club on tarmac 10acrs 0722899288

LIMURU 10acres 0701-277100 LUKENYA 40acre 10km off Msa Rd title. Call 0725461858 no brokers

MAI Mahiu 1/8 65K 0710516913

off main rd @ 155K p. ac 0724516455

Makuyu Mananja 1/8 75K 0721491116 MAKUYU Mananja 115 acres 20km

gated area of 30 houses 1.8M 0722358803, 0722993309 THIKA Landless next to ParkJel 2 plots 8M 0721212789 THIKA rd 1/2ac (tarmac) 0722899288 THINDIGUA 2nd row 0726069053 THINGIDUA 3/4 acre 0722735199 THOME-1 1 Acre 0701-277100 THOME-5 1/2acr prime 0721456788 TIGONI 10acre 0701-277100 : TUALA SHOPPING CENTER-THREE 1/4 PLOTS, SHs.3.5m each. Call 0711778796

inside 350k acre Tel 0722215150 MATUU 50x100 @95K 0721251251 MBSA Rd 5acs 15m p.a 0733152120 MBS rd prime 2.5ac &10ac front row 40M per acre 0700416390

flexible payment terms 020 2598001, 0702699207 KOMAROCK Ph2&3A 2br 0711751222 KOMA Rock ph4 2bdrm hse & 1bd sitter ext Ksh5.5M negotiable call Mwihaki 0710710229 No agents LAVINGTON (Kabisiran) 4br town house with gym,pool 45m 0722899288 LAVINGTON 4br house on 0.24ac with ample parking 60m 0722899288 MEMBLEY Four bedroom maisonette kshs.13.5M 020 2598001, 070 2699162 MOMBASA ROAD 2bdrm apartment 4M 020 2598001, 0702699162 NEWLY developed plot for sale at Kariobangi South with an income of Ksh 80,000 PM with approved plan for five floors. Asking Ksh 14M Call 0722408188

sale 0727862529, 0722859492 MUIGAI-INN 40x80ft 0722-596446 MURANGA Mathioya 0.6ac 1.2M call 0735726130 MWIKI Umagara 2plots 0729475785

Naivasha 3acs 3m (Mire) 0736-499175 NAKURU (Rongai) 30 acs 0722899288 Nakuru Kongasis 1/8 85k 0713832526 NAMANGA 35k 0712431199 NANYUKI 1/8 @95K 0712431155 NANYUKI 1/8ac 200k with title near Enaai Golf & Military residence, gated community0722450218 Nemuge Co. ltd

NANYUKI 1-300acres 0722899288 NAROK Cismara 1/8@25k 0729202020 NAROK LAND ON SALE, 170,50,120acres call: 0725836280.

NGONG 1/8, 1/4, 1AC 0724527653 NGONG prime 1/8ac plot R/soil for

NGARA 3 storey Hse 0733522375 NGONG STAGE 46 50X100 2.2M

flat 0.6km from town 3.9M 0705323220

UTAWALA

020 2598001, 0705880333 OLD- Muthaiga 3br maisonette with 2br guest wing on 1/2ac 0722899288 PARKLANDS 3BR Flat 0722899288 PARKLANDS d/storey bld on 1/4ac opp. Kengen Hqs 0721564522 RUARAKA Golden Mile Park 3bdrm apartment 12.5M 0735726130 RUIRU BYPASS Four bedroom bungalow on a 1/8acre 8.5M 020 2598001,0705 880333 RUIRU BYPASS in a gated community 1/8acre 4M 0202598001, 0702699207 RUNDA 1/2 acre kshs. 30M 020 2598001, 0702 699162 SOUTH B Four bedroom+ dsq 16M 020 2598001, 0702 699207 SOUTH C 4br houses 0722899288 SOUTH C Four bedrooms+dsq kshs.15M 0202598001,0702699207 SOUTH-C Mugoya-1 4br mst plus sq 0721564522 THIKA Maboko 1/4 10m 0706675512 THIKA Maporomoko 3bedroom hse on 3/4ac @40M neg 0723488507 UTAWALA Githuguri 3br 0721284122

B761 Premises, Offices for Sale

UTAWALA Katani 40x80 0732228651 VALLEY - Arcade (Dhanjay) 3br

Nkr dreams est.@2.8m 0721472627 NKU town centre 0.25 ac 0724911664 NYAHURURU 1/8@85k 0712431155 NYANDARUA Ndaragwa scheme

3acres 0729003943 NYERI Ngobit 1/8 25K 0712431155 O’RONGAI Merisho rd 1/4 @4m owner 0729-995822, 0727501092

RUAI (26) 40x90 @700k 0720966541 RUAI 1/8ac KBC 105,000/- Special offer,

UTAWALA 1/8ac plots 0722899288 UTAWALA - Airways plot 950,000/=

call the owner Tel 0722409341 corner plot 60x40 1.5Million 0714635698

SHOPS at CBD 5M Tel 0722899288

B768 Premises, Offices to Let CBD Furnished Office 0722-295826 GODOWNS 5-10,000 sqft 0720903187 HAILE Sellasie Avenue Office Ksh 15,000/= Call 0722233051

KASARANI shop & offices next to Naivas Tel 0715269369

RUIRU Bypass Juja 40x100 400K-

KIRINYAGA RD shops/offices 020

RUIRU Murera 1 acre 0719478438 RUIRU Murera 40x60 400-700K

KOINANGE ofis 17K 0722-434420 OFFICES/2BEDROOMED

800K 0720511818, 0733952817 FSA

ready titles 0700932263 SHELTA

RUIRU plots 300k-10m 0726357163 RUIRU plots 50x65 1.5M 40x60 350k r/title 0722285969 SAMJO

RUIRU Silverbearch Est gated comm 1/4 acre on sale 3m 0719407534

RUIRU Ukombozi Green Garden 1/8ac 1.6M call 0735726130

RUNDA 1/2acre 25m 0770751076 RWAKA Bypass 16.1acs 0722735199 SAGANA 1/8ac 75k 0721491116 Sagana 50x100 @95K 0722998085 Syokimau 1/8 1/4 3ac-5ac 0722520394 SYOKIMAU 5ac 65M 0733522375 TETU Aguthi Gichira 1.7ha 2.2M must sell 0731856510 owner

for sale (kindly call) 0722899288 DAGORETTI Waithaka 2brms five units 12M no agent 0720353104 EASTLEIGH section III 50X100 Tarmac frontage 020 2598001/0705 880333 FOREST RD 3 bdrm Apartment Kshs. 15M 020 2598001, 0702699162 GREENFIELDS Estate, new 4br mst parking for 3cars, corner plot, garden, gated community, 0718823778 KAREN PLAINS Five bedroom High end finishes 0202598001,0702699207 Kariobangi South 2br 0711751222 KAYOLE 32rms inc 64K 0722170079 KENOL semi developed plt near Golden Palm @3M 0723488507

Kilimani 4br + sq maisonet 0722520394 KITENGELA plots 400,000/=

MIREMA Prime Commercial plots on

020-2632731 Nemuge Company Ltd RUAI 1/8ac KBC 95,000/- best special offer 0789-767109, Nemuge Co. Ltd Free Viewing Wed & Sat 9.30am RUAI 1/8a KBC 125,000/- nxt to water & elec. 0722450218 Nemuge Co.Ltd RUAI at Joska dev. prime 50x100 2km from rd water & title 650,000/=; 3km from rd 600,000/=; very prime 50x100 350,000/=; (150,000/= s/offer);KBC 40x80 100m from Kangundo road 500,000/= 3km from Pipeline 200,000/= (135,000/= s/offer); ISINYA (75,000/= s/offer), KISAJU 50x100 4km from road next Jamii Bora.

400,000/=. Truelands, Reli Co-op Hse, Mfangano st., Rm 404 0720 738141, 0734800400, 0710343334 or visit www.truelands.co.ke or Email: info@truelands.co.ke RUAI-JOSKA, 50x100ft EASTER SPECIAL OFFER, Joska 160k 4km 250k title ready KBC 160k 1km 250k 3km & 300k 2km Kamulu 550k title ready. Viewing Wed 9am, Sat 10.30am. Hope Realty Tusker hse, opp. Naivas 0727867432, 0735696835 RUIRU 40x60, 700k,400k,290k r/titles 0720-938283, 0705147102, Pattmos Ruiru 18 acs Industrial 0726357163 RUIRU bypass 50x100 ready title 1.5M 0725-116174

BURU - ph4 bungalow 0722899288 COMMERCIAL buildings at CBD

2598001, 0717000299, 0734685699

apartment to let, kma centre, upperhill 2ndfl, call 0722522576, 0714203659, 0733738574, 020236538

Offices Riara Rd: 40K/60K 0724744838 Pangani Offices To Let 0723642165 Partitioned offices 15/20k 0722569684 SHOPS from 100sqft Langata Rd before T-mall next to Shell Petrol Stn. call 0700326762 or 0702661990

B782 Properties for Sale 3 bedroom hse 0716878582 APARTMENT Upperhill Rd Nairobi Junction of Upper and lower Hill roads 3br 2nd floor @ 20M quick sale 0722517042

BARAKA - Embakasi 3br 0722899288 BLOCK of flat (thika rd) 0722899288

apartment 16m 0722899288

B789 Properties to Let 1,2,3br Parklands 9-35k 0724620030 1,2br Museum Hill 15-25k 0720040895 1, 2br SouthB/C 8-18000/- 0700317351 2BR westlands 26k 0721383526 ADAMS 1BR 7K 0712481695 0WR BARAKA hse Kiambu rd 1&2br m/ensuite 0720514030, 0707044207

SOUTH B B/sitters, Studio 1&2br apts, B/hole,internet, Lift 16-37k 0716-614663

SOUTH B new 1 bedroomed with parking flats 20K-21K 0722404597

SOUTH-C 3br Apt 0722-719560 UTAWALA 2bedroom 0728406346 WAIYAKI Way 87 new 2/3br apts ensuite b/hole etc 38-45k 0721717544

WELCOME to our clean affordable, secure flats/ rooms/shops/ apartment at Easleigh Sec. 1 and 12th street .

Speak to Justus 0721-135219

WESTLANDS 3br flat 72k 0722899288

SUMMERLINK

Hotel MSA Affordable Rooms 1500/- B/B - Opp GPO Digo RD MSA Tel 0715561581

WLAND 3br 85k 0708408454 owne

B803Property Management ENA Call 020 2214860, 2246763

STORAGE & W/HOUSING B838 Storage & Warehousing WAREHOUSE Space to let 67ft by

15ft, 55ft by15ft, Kiambu opposite Starehe Girls Sch. Call 0708-132708

COAST (Telephone Coast Numbers Only)

WHERE TO STAY (COAST) D531 Hotels

SITUATIONS VACANT (COAST) E250 Situations Vacant MAMBRUI Sec Sch

(Malindi)Kilifi County. Teachers Req: Kisw/Ire 1post, Hist/Cre 1post, Maths/Bus 1post, Maths/Geo 1post.

B.Ed Or Dip In Education. Interview On 23rd April 2015 At School.

Call 0714680785 (Principal)

RESIDENTIAL & BUSINESS PROPERTIES E740 Land Plots for Sale SHANZU 1 1/8th acre commercial plot near Severin Lodge 0722899288

TUDOR nora 1/8ac 17m 0733896142 VIPINGO 1/4acre (3) near Utalii college 4.5m each 0722754322

VOI Kariokoo 0722754322

0.4acre

15m

neg

E768 Premises, Offices to let CAR SHOWROOM to let 68ft x 62ft next to Uchumi s/market Moi avenue.

Mombasa 0723424842

E782 Properties for Sale BAMBURI 3Bed 2.5Baths starter apartment on 3rd Floor. Zawadi unit.

Kes. 4.8m. Rent Kes.25k. No agents.

Serious buyers contact 0716-175154

KIZINGO 2br flat sale!! 0722899288 NORTH COAST 1acre 3rd row from

the beach 7.5m Shariani 2 3/4 acres main road 15m Kongowea 11 rooms swahili house income 35000 per month 3.2m 0723 350066

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mama Paulina Kwamboka Otongo of Bogiakumu Ward, Kisii County which occurred on 17/04/2015 due to pulmonary embolism in Nyangena Hospital.

Daughter of the late Maobe and late Moraa of Bochura Village, Mwamanwa Location. Sister of Chietunda and Maobes. Beloved wife of the late Lucas Otongo Nyawoka. Loving mother of Joseph Otongo (Rtd Ed. Officer) Moraa, Morasa (Teacher), Dr. T. Nyamache(Surgeon), Mogikoyo (Teacher) late Omabere(Teacher) and Nyakara (Businesswoman).

Mother-in-law of Yunes, Mong’ina, Elizabeth, Beatrice, Rael and Lucas. Grandmother of Elsie, Millicent, Judy, Fred, Divina, Dr.Jeldah, Alphonce, Japheth, Richard, Annah, Perminus, Ruth, Lucid, Nyarang’o, Kwamboka, Pauline, Kennedy, Nancy, Emily, Ouko, Isaya among others.

Paulina Kwamboka Otongo

The cortege leaves Nyangena Hospital Mortuary on Wednesday, 15/04/2015 at 1.00pm for funeral and burial at her home on Thursday, 16/04/2015.

BURUBURU Shopping Centre 1 b/r 11k Call 0723-040021

BURU IV 3br maiso 35k 0722749799 DONHOLM 4b/r hse 35k 0722749799 EVEREST MSA RD 3br 0721590391 GARDEN Est 6 bed on 1/2acre 169k DSQ+Guest Wing. Tel: 0716-220163

GREENFIELD 4br, own compound, Sq, Store 0722-175590, 0722-316141

HARAMBEE saco 4b/r 45k 0722749799 HIGHRISE 2br 20K 0717601562 KILIMANI 3br flat 70k 0722899288 LANGATA 3br 30-35k 0717601562 LANGATA NHC 2br 0722834679 LORESHO 4br hse 130k 0722749799 LORESHO 5Brs & 2SQs 0722-295826 MSA Road 3br 30k-33K 0717601562 P/Lands 4brm spacious Apt. 0735799745 RUNDA KCB 5br hse 300k 0722749799

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of David Toroitich Kiptoo which occurred on 5th April 2015.

Son of Joel Posto and Rael Tungo. Beloved husband of Susan Toroitich. Loving father of Sharon Jepchichir, Titus Kipkoech, Denis Kiprop and Ian Kimutai.

Beloved brother of Ben Kiptoo, Elizabeth Joseph, Vincent Kiptoo, Susan Ambrose. Grandfather of Alan Kiprotich. Uncle of Elkana, Hilary, Lily,Timothy, Claire, Kevin, Ruth among others.

Friends and relatives are meeting at Wagon Wheel Hotel Eldoret on Thursday 19th April 2015 from 5.30 pm for a fund raising. The cortege leaves MTRH Fare Well Home on Friday at 2pm 20th April 2015.for his home Kapchepkee village. Funeral service and burial will take place on Saturday 21st April 2015 at his home Kapchepkee Village, Kipsaiya location, Marakwet West constituency, Elgeiyo Marakwet County.

We will forever treasure your memories.

David Toroitich Kiptoo 1964 - 5/4/2015

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DAILY NATION Wednesday April 15, 2015

Celebration of Life

We regret to announce the death of Mr Peterson Muchangi Kiguta of Mbari ya Njora TumuTumu.

Husband of the late Bilha Muthoni, father of Lawrence Wanjohi, Mary Nyachomba, Lucy Wamuyu, Catherine Nyambura, Patrick Gitia, Leonard Mathenge, Mary Waringa, Philip Murigu and Lucy Njeri.

Grand and great-grandfather of many. Prayers and funeral arrangements are being held everyday at 4pm in his TumuTumu home and at all saints cathedral Nairobi from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The cortege leaves PCEA Tumu Tumu funeral home on 21st April 2015 at 9:00 a.m. for funeral service at PCEA Kiangoma church.

Peterson Muchangi Kiguta

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will we announce the death of Julius Mcharo Mwambagho son to the late Mwambagho Mwangoma and the late Dorcas Wakisha of Munyuchi, Taita/Taveta County. Husband of late Caroline Kawuki. Father of late Dorcas Wakisha, late Christopher Kileta, Stephen Mwasaghua, Flora Wawuda, Benson Mwambagho, Phydilliah Mshai and Leonard Mghanga. Father-in-law of Daniel Mkongo, Edwina Awour, Tarsila Wawuda, Anne Saru. Brother of late Fredrick Mwazuna, Stephen Mwasaghua, Emily Mwailika, Harold Mtwanguo, Felix Njumwa and late Phydilliah Mwakitele.

Brother in-law of Patience Mtwanguo, Matilda Njumwa, Mary Mwasaghua, late Zablon Mwakitele, late Julius Tole, late Evanjeline Keah among others. Grandfather of Mary Mshai, Edward Maghanga, Laura Kawuki, Howard Mnengwa, Caroline Mkongo, Amani Mavu, Caroline Kawuki, Baraka Mwashimba, Chris Kileta, Bernard Mwazuna, Jayson Maneno, Christopher Kileta, Sammy Odhiambo, Caroline Muli, Vincent Mutie and Musyimi.

Great grandfather of Jimmy Maghanga, Julius Mcharo and Naomi. He was a cousin and uncle to many Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home in Sughulu-Shigharo, Wundanyi sub-county, at Antonios Grill, Nairobi today and Mombasa today for funeral arrangements.

Loving mother of Ann, Lydiah, Charity, Margaret, Esther, Jacob and Stanley. Mother in law to David, Jack, Ringaru, Mwangi and Miriam. Dotting grandmother Claire, Stella, Wilson, Jeff, John, Kelvin, Acacia, Venus, Waihuini, Wangari, Abigail, Mary, Solomon, Muthoni and Shiru.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at her home in Kagonye Village and at Emmacra Hotel in Nairobi.

Julius Mcharo Mwambagho

Burial will be on Saturday 18th April 2015 at his home in Sughulu-Chome Village, Shigharo.

The service starts at 11:00 a.m. thereafter burial will be held at his home.

“P. K.” walked with God, then he was no more, because God took him away. Genesis 5:24

Promotion to Glory With humble acceptance of God’s Will, we announce the death of Mama Teresia Omolo which occurred on 8th April 2015.

Wife of the late WO2 Julius Omolo of Kanyawegi, Kisumu. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Wilfrida Onyango of Karateng, Ksm. Daughter in law of Kepha and Helena Otonde (all deceased) and Leotina Agwala of Usare, Kanyawegi. Loving mother of William Ochieng - MSA, Jacob Omollo (KALRO-SRI), Joel Onyango (St Joseph Nyangoma), Lenah Atieno (Mariana Academy Msa), Kepha Owuor - MSA, Maj Wilfrida Omolo (KDF),Spte Elizabeth Achieng (KDF), Beatrice Adhiambo, Sammy Awour. Mother in law of Grace Akinyi, Leah Nanjala, Francisca Adhiambo, Francis Ogutu, Virginia Njeri, Geoffrey Amuhaya.

Grandmother of Ronny, Ian,Teresa, Brian, Gabriel, Ronnex, Shammah, Daniel, Julius, Juan.

Life Well Celebrated

It is with humble acceptance of God’s wish that we announce the sudden death of Isaac Mbutu which occurred on 9/4/2015. Son of the late Mbutu Riuaa and Jerusha Ciamaugi of Kagumo Village, Mwonge Location, Tharaka Nithi County. Husband of late Agnes Maruta, late Ciakuthii Murungi and Harriet Ciarunci. Father of Mbaka, Ndeke, Gitonga, Gitaari, Micheni, Murithi, Kithinji, Kinyua, Karimi, Millicent Kanyua Mbuba-USA, Kagendo, late Njeri, Kaari, Cianthiiri, Njeru, Mugendi and Nyaga. Brother of Mugo Mbutu, Judith Cianjoka Kathia and the late Cecilia Mwaniki. He leaves behind several great grand children.

Meetings are being held daily at home-Kagumo Village and Chuka Heritage Hotel. The cortege will leave Chuka General Hospital on Saturday 18/04/2015 at 8 am for funeral service at Kagumo Salvation Army Church and at home from 11am.

Mama Teresia Omolo

Isaac Mbutu

The body leaves Star mortuary, Ksm on 20th Apr. 2015 for Requiem Mass at St John II – Obambo Parish. Burial ceremony will be held on 21st Apr. 2015 at her home, Obambo – Kisian, Kanyawegi, Ksm County. Fundraise to offset hosp bill and aid in funeral arrangements will be held on 16th April 2015 at Ofafa Jericho Hall, Kisumu from 5pm.

For information and contribution contact Jacob 0722 972758 and Wilfrida 0728313535.

Celebration of a life well lived

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Sammy Wachira Karanga on 10th April 2015.Son of the late Hiram Karanga and the late Beth Wairimu. A loving husband of Benedict Muthoni. Son-in-law of the late Samuel Waithuki and Teresia Wanjiku. Loving father of Samuel Waithuki and Elizabeth Wairimu (MCA Kiambu County). Father-inlaw of Grace Waithuki and a grandfather of Muthoni, Wachira, Njambi and Wairimu. Brother of Wangechi, the late Wanjiru, Wangui, Kihara, the late Mwaura and Kanyi. Brother-in-law of Wanjiru,Wangui, Ndirangu, the late Njeri, Mbaire, Kamau, Muchoki, Kariuki, Kimani, Ngaruiya, Wangari and Nyokabi. Loving cousin and uncle of many. Friends and relatives are meeting daily from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at Amani Hotel Kiambu town and at his Kiganjo home. Contributions via Mpesa can be sent to 0721-534249. The cortege leave’s Kenyatta University funeral home on Friday 17th April 2015 at 8:00am for a funeral service and burial at his home in Kimirithia village, Kiganjo Location, Gatundu South.

“Dad in God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever “

Sammy Wachira Karanga 1949 - 2015

Death and Funeral Announcement

Jedidah Wanjiru Mutahi Sunrise:1915 Sunset: 11/04/2015

It is with humility and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of our beloved Jedidah Wanjiru Mutahi which occurred on 11th April 2015 at the Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi after 19 days in hospital over a mild stroke that she suddenly suffered.

Wife of the late Duncan Mutahi Kagema. Mother of the late Eldad Nderitu, Ephraim Ndambi (Karatina), Robert Wamithi (Nairobi & Karangatha), Milcah Gathoni Kuria (Karuri-Banana) and the late Rachel Wangui Gicheru.

Mother in law of Lucy Karungari Ndambi, Raymond Kuria, Lucy Mukami Wamithi and the late John Gicheru Kagombe.

Grandmother of Esther Wanjiru Kamau, Geoffrey Mutahi Ndambi, Susan Wamithi-Gitau, James Tiria Kuria, Rose Wanjiru Gicheru and many others. Great grandmother of 34 and great great grandmother of 4.

Friends and relatives are meeting at the Wamithi residence in Nairobi from 5pm and in Karangatha, South Kinangop from 3pm. The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral home on Saturday 18th April 2015 at 7.00am for funeral service and burial at Wamithi’s Farm residence from 10.30am Kihunguru-Karangatha, South Kinangop.

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever, Amen (Psalms 23:6)

It is with humble acceptance that we inform you of the sudden demise of Joseph Kang’atta Kimani (Joe) after a short illness. Son of Late Mwalimu John Kimani Githuku and Late Elizabeth Mumbi Kimani. Step son of Florence Wambui Kimani. Husband of Lena Mwikali. Father of Joseph Nzomo, John Kimani both of Star Sheikh Academy and Martin Githuku of St. Ann Lisred Academy. Brother of Martin Kimani (CABI Africa), Richard Kimani (Institute of ICT Integration), Charity Gaciku (Hope World), Anne Wanjiru (GTS Cargo), Eunice Njoki (Corner Barzar), Chris Kimani (Suncatch Engineering), Aidah Ng’ang’a (Imperial Bank), Harrison Nduati (Businessman), Polyne Gachiku (SVCDC) and Finlay Kimani (Medisel Kenya).

Brother-in-law of Emmah, Gladys, Jacinta, Muchiri, Ng’ang’a, and Mwai. Uncle of many. Family and friends are meeting daily (6 pm) at Holy Family Basillica, his father’s home in Gituto village, Murang’a and Jurassic pub, Huruma, for prayers and funeral arrangements. Cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home at 9.00 am on Saturday 18th April. Thereafter a requim mass and burial shall be at his father’s home in Gituto Village, Wanjengi Loc. Muranga County.

R.I.P.

The Cortege leaves Outspan Hospital in Nyeri on Friday, 17th April 2015 at 9.30am for burial at her home in Kagonye Village, Othaya, Nyeri County.

Rest in peace Mary, we will always love you.

Death And Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of the Lord’s will that we announce the passing on of Mzee Walter Osome Omino son of the late Mayor of Kisumu Joel Meshack Omino, the late Beldina Omino and Claris Omino.

Husband of the late Mama Wilfred Anna Osome.

Loving father of the late Jane, the late Patricia, the late Lilian, Judy, Eric, Jacqueline, Carol, Joel, Mary and late Otiri. Brother of Christine, Joyce, the late Rose, Mary, the late Hon. Joab Omino, Charles, George, Dan, David, Amos, and Tom Omino among others. Son-inlaw of the late paramount chief Muganda Okwako and Josphine Muganda of Ukwala Ugenya. Father in-law of the late Walter, Joseph, Patrick, Eveline and Anne.

Beloved uncle, grandfather, and greatfather to many.

Joseph Kang’atta Kimani (Joe) 11/4/1970-12/4/2015

Appreciation & Invitation for Prayers

Thereafter the burial will be held on Saturday the 18th April 2015 at 10.00 am at his home Nyawita village, Maseno.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever. Rest in peace. We will miss you.

…I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Son of the late Ezekiel Ndung’u Mwaniki and Beatrice Wanjiku Ndung’u. Beloved Brother of Grace. W. Muguku. Jacinta Wambui, the late John Mwaniki and Samuel Mbugua Ndung’u. Brother in law of Enos Muguku, Vicky John and Ann Mbugua.

Loving Uncle of Tracy Mburu, Dishon Muguku, Ezekiel Ndung’u Muguku and Ezekiel N. Mbugua.

Beatrice Wanjiku, Ezekiel Mwaniki, Joseph Kamau.

May Allah rest Mum’s soul in eternal peace.

Bancy Wanja Gichere

Charles Mwangi Githua

Death and Funeral Announcement

We extend our most sincere gratitude and deep appreciation to relatives, friends, families and Mjini community for their prayers, immense love encouragement and support extended to us through messages of condolences.

Adija Nkatha Muguna

1920 - 2015

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden death of Charles Mwangi Githua. Son of the late Senior chief Githua wa Kimiti and the late Esther Wairimu Githua. Husband of Susan Wachuka Mwangi. Father of Ann Nyambura Mutero and Peter Githua. Brother of Monica Waigumo, Mukami, Nyambura,Wangechi, Stanley and Michael. Father in-law of Samuel Mutero and Alice Githua. Grandfather of Caroline Mutero, James Mutero, Kimiti Githua, Gakera Githua and Mugambi Githua. Friends and family are meeting daily at Emmacra Hotel at 6pm and at his home Karaguriro village, Kiriaini Murang’a County for prayers and funeral arrangements. The cortege leaves Kiriaini Mission Hospital mortuary on Friday 17th April 2015,at 9.00am.Burial will follow at his home Karaguriro village, Kiriaini, Mathioya Murang’a County.

In God’s hands you rest,Your memories will forever be engraved, in our hearts.

Rest peacefully Charles.’’

It’s with humble acceptance of Gods will that we announce the death of Moses Chege Ndung’u of Nakuru.

We acknowledge and give special thanks to Kiirua Mission Hospital doctors, Dr Awiki Meru and Dr Lalama of Nairobi for their medical support to mum.

Mzee Walter Osome Omino

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Bancy Wanja Gichere, which occurred on 11th April 2015. Wife of the late Gichere Mathenge and daughter of the late Gichini Muhoro and Mumbi Gichini. Sister of the late Wambui Kahuthia, Peter Muhoro and Loise Kagure Muthoga.

Loving mother of the late Charles Kinyua, Patrick Wachira, the late Newton Muhoro, Eunice Mwai and Geoffrey Mathenge. Mother-in-law of the Late Hannah Gathoni, the late Gladys Wathenya, Brigadier Joseph Nderitu Mwai and Catherine Waithera.

She leaves behind fifteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Friends and relatives are meeting at All Saints Cathedral Nairobi from 5pm and at her home in Hiriga Village, Nyeri County for prayers and funeral arrangements.The Cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on 17th April at 7:00am for service and burial at her home in Hiriga Village, Ngorano Location, Mathira West, Nyeri County.

We the family of the late Adija Nkatha Muguna wish to thank Allah for the great opportunity He gave us to live, love, pray and share with our beloved mum.

As a family we humbly invite friends, relatives family members and muslim community for prayers on Saturday 18th April 2015 at 1 p.m. to mark the 40 days since her departure at Mjini home.

Mary Muthoni Theuri

The cortege leaves The Aga Khan Hospital Mortuary on the 17th April 2015 at 12 noon for funeral service to be held at All Saints Cathedral, Maseno at 2.00pm.

May his soul rest in eternal peace

Sister of Maurice Aringo, Bella Opiyo, Michael Onyango (Works, Siaya), Dalmas Omolo – Texas USA, Late Edward Oloo, Eng. Dave Onyango (KIWASCO), Joyce Otieno – Busia, Dorcas, Pamela, Beatrice, Ken, Lawrence, Luke, Charles among others. Sister in Law of Christine, Plister, Monica, Ogada, Akoth, Olga, Alice, Opiyo, Late Apolonia, Tabitha, Valarie, Violet, Sophie among others. Nyawana of Late Ephraim and Monica Ondiege – Gem, Late Jafferson and Risper Wabwoba – Sitikho Webuye, Gordon and Mary Ogol – Tura Ahero, Julius and Zilpa Nyandoto – Sindo Suba, Benson and Sarah Maina – Murang’a Kangema, Thomas and Mactilda Amuhaya – Mahanga Tiriki.

Celebration of a Life well Lived

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing on of Mary Muthoni Theuri on Friday 10th April, 2015. Daughter of Koine Mathenge and Wangui Koine. Wife of Solomon Theuri. Sister of Naflaty, Gerald, Margaret, Gladys, Geoffrey and Cyrus.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his parents’ home kwa- Rhoda at 5:00 pm for Funeral arrangements. The cortege leaves Evans Funeral home at 9:00 am on Friday the 17th April 2015. for funeral ceremony at North cemetery and later for burial at the same place at 10:00 pm.

In God’s hands you rest in our hearts you live forever. Rest in peace Moses

Moses Chege Ndung’u

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Gone Too Soon

Celebration of a Life Well Lived

It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden death of Elizabeth Mutinda Nzuki (Liz) of Oserian Flower Farm, Naivasha which occurred along Nairobi – Naivasha road through a tragic road accident.

Daughter of Robert Nzuki Kyongo and Late Mary Ndileve. Mother of Jonathan Mwawaka and Robert Tole (Mbaikini Sec. Sch).

Sister of Josephine, Steve, Benjamin, Caro, Boniface, Eunice, Eric and Bahati. Sister in-law of Dr R. Mutisya, Ann, Pascaline, Zipporah and Winnie.

Friends and family are meeting at Old T-Tot Hotel (Mks), Tumaini house opposite Kencom (Nrb) and Garden Square (Nrb) daily from 5:00pm. A mini harambee will be held on Thursday, 16th April 2015 from 5:00pm at Old T-Tot hotel, Mks. The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral services (Mks) on 18th April 2015 at 10:00am for burial service at their rural home, Muumandu.

“Liz we will treasure all the moments we shared with you” R.I.P

Elizabeth Mutinda Nzuki (Liz)

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever.

James Nactare Masinde

Death and Funeral Announcement

You are dearly missed and fondly remembered by your Children Laura, Obongo, Omondi, Auma and Lesley and your extended family and friends.

Stephen Mwongera

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Yvonne Nyawira Waigwa while undergoing treatment at Kikuyu Hospital on 10th April 2015.

Daughter of Titus Nderitu (OAG & DOJ) and Anne Wanja (HYONUM Primary). Sister of Carolyne Njoki of Kabiria Primary and Yvette Wanjiru of Kahuho academy. Granddaughter of the late Phares Nderitu; Margaret Njoki, Isaac Maina and Mary Wanjiru.

Niece of the late Francis Muchiri; Muthoni (Gakira), Ngarami (Naromoru), Nyawira, Gitonga, Wangui (Maringo), Njoro, Wangechi (Muthuthi-ini), Annah (Glorious Jnr. School, Maringo), Mwangi, and Wairimu (KeNHA).Others are Wambugu, Waweru, Mureithi (Tropic Air, Nanyuki), Nderitu and Wambui.

Prayers are being held daily at her parents’ Nairobi home (Riruta Satellite) and at Thaithi village, Kirimukuyu location, Mathira West, Nyeri County.

The cortege leaves Jamii Hospital mortuary Karatina, at 8.00 am for burial at their Thaithi home, Nyeri on Friday, 17th April, 2015.

God giveth, God taketh. Rest in peace Yvonne

A memorial service will be held on the Saturday 18th April 2015 at his home in Kathoma Usigu Division, Central Yimbo location Bondo District.

Mordecai Thomas Onono 29/12/1945-18/04/2014

Dad, In life we loved you, in death we miss and cherish you, in Heaven you look down upon us and forever you remain in our hearts

Yvonne Nyawira Waigwa 2012 - 2015

Death and Funeral Announcement It is with humble acceptable of God’s will that we announce the death of Cosmas Gathere Mungai of specialized in borehole service which occurred on 10/04/2015 at MP Shah Hospital. Son of Philip Mungai and Lucy Wanjiku. Beloved husband of Grace Wangari NSSF Headquarters, father of Lucy Wanjiku Maryann Muthoni, Juliet Njeri and Joan Wanjiku.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rose Wairimu Ngugi of Nairobi County Government (General Stores). Loving daughter to David and Peris Ngugi (Pioneer Estate).

Loving sister to Anne Muema, James Muchoki, Judy Ngugi and Beatrice Ngugi. Loving sister in law to Benson Muema, Wangari Muchoki and Levis Murigi.

Aunt to Peris, Lorraine, David, Maria, Emmanuel, Simeon and David.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Pioneer Estate, House No 100 for burial arrangements from 5.30 pm.

We continue to carry your love and beautiful smile in our hearts.

So long as you are remembered you remain alive.

Celebration of a Short Life Well Lived

Celebration of a Life Well Lived

A Life Remembered / 1st Anniversary It is one year since you departed from us.

Fare Thee Well

Republic of Kenya We humbly accept God’s will to announce death of James Nactare Masinde of Bungoma West, Menu-Sub location. Son of Japheth Masinde and Mama Melap Masinde. C.I.D Officer at JKIA (Airport).

Husband of Susan Wanjiku. Father of Max Masinde Nactare (JKUAT), Antony Karuchi Nactare (Yesmark Institution), Yvonne Nakoba Nactare (Lugulu Girls High Sch) & Wendy Wangari Nactare (Happy Hours Academy Thika). Son-in-law of late Simon Karuchi and Jane Wangari Karuchi. Brother of Waliaula, late Eliphas, Stephen, Tadayo, Mary, Makokha, Dinah and Nyongesa. Brother-in-law of Kangethe, Wairimu, Wambui and Kagia, Mr. Murenga, Angeline, Rose, Rose, Sarah.

Friends and relatives are meeting at Section 9 Thika.

Fundraising to offset burial expenses on Wednesday 15th April 2015 at Railway Club Nairobi. Body viewing on the same day at Bishop Okoye Funeral Home Thika from 2.00.p.m. The cortege leaves Bishop Okoye on Thursday 16th April 2015 at 7.00.a.m. Funeral and burial service to take place at his home Maliki (B) Village, Menu Sub location in Bungoma County on Saturday 18th April 2015.

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Mr. Stephen Mwongera formerly of D.O’s office Gatimbi. He hails from Ntakira /MagunduGitimbine Village-Meru County.

Son of the late Isaiah Muchai and Hellen Mukokiruja.

Husband of Margaret Ncurubi formerly of Meru Municipal Council. Father of James Murithi of Midland Hotel Maua, Patrick Mugambi (Gitimbine), Timothy Kiriinya of (SIS Rhoda Memorial Clinic - Timau), Paul Mutethia (Gitimbine), Faith Mukiri (NRB). Brother of Davidson Kimaita, Solomon Matumbi, Bishop Samuel Mwiti formery of Kaaga/Mombasa synod. Brother of Mary Kathure Mugambi formerly of N.C.C.K. Son in-law of late M’Mugambi Kimba Nkunga and Mbuii Mugambi of Maua. Brother in-law of Henry Kaberia of Maua among others. Cousin of Bishop Anondo among others. Father in-law of Lucy Gakii -Maua, Irene Nkatha – Nanyuki, Duncan Maina – Toyota Motors (NRB).

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his Gitimbine residence and Midland Hotel Maua at 5.00 p.m for prayers and funeral arrangements. The cortege leaves Meru funeral Home on Saturday 18th April 2015 at 9.00 am for burial service at M.C.K. Ntakira Church at 10.00 a.m. thereafter burial at his home Gitimbine.

“Dad, you have fought a good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you will be cherished forever”. AMEN!

Brother of the late Margaret Wanjiku Mburu, Joyce Njeri Kairu, Emily Nyambura, Paul Komburi, Alice Waithera Githura, Francis Ndungu and Samuel Ndoye.

Rose Wairimu Ngugi

08/10/1971 - 07/04/2015

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Mbagathi on Friday 17th April, 2015 at 8.00 a.m for the funeral service at Nairobi Lighthouse Church, Garden Estate at 9.30 a.m and thereafter burial will be at her parents’ home at Wamahiga, Muranga County. “ For in Him, we live, we move and have our being.” Acts 17: 28

Friends and relatives are meeting daily in his home Sigona near Wida highway Motel at 6.00 p.m.

The cortege leaves P.C.E.A Thogoto Mortuary on Friday 17/04/2015 at 9:00 am for funeral and burial service at his father’s farm at Sigona near Wida highway Motel at 12:00 p.m.

Death and Funeral Announcement Isaac Kinayia Ole Mpaayei transitioned to glory to be with our Lord and Savior on 9th April 2015 in Nairobi. Son of the late Mpaayei ole Kinayia and the late Hannah Mpaayei of Nairragie Enkare. Husband of the late Elizabeth Malaso Mpaayei.

Celebration of a Life Well Lived Beloved husband of Susan, passed away on Tuesday, 7th April, 2015 after a long illness bravely borne.

Adored father of Mercy & Muriithi Wanjau, James & Edith Wanjohi, Lucy Kiiru, Kenneth & Grace Ndirangu.

Loving father of Stephen Sanayet, the late Charity Lipaso Mudiwa, the late Ruth Retoe, Grace Siyion, the late Jacob Lelian, the late Daniel Lelit, Timothy Timoe and Judy Naliki.

Cherished brother of the late Rev. John Mpaayei, Tabitha Tome, Mary Ntipilit, Ernest Mpaayei, Zipporah Mpaayei and Rhoda Nalangu.

Step brother of the late Eunice Kasura, the late Eliud Mpaayei, the late Samwel Munke, the late Luka Mpaayei, Mrs Martha Naeku, Paul Sitoya, Livingstone Mpaayei, the late David Mpaayei, Jane Kayioni, Josephine Nzioka, Janet Nakola, Grace Saiyua and Stanley Sankale Mpaayei.

Son-in-law of the late Ole Lewett and Sophia Lewett of Kerarapon, Ngong. Father-in-law of Virginia, Mudiwa (Zimbabwe), Kapurua, Margaret, Josephine and Esther.

Adoring grandfather of Koilambet, Seno, Sokoine, Mateyian, Courage, Ntiini, Soinan, Saiton, Sialo, Gloo, Isa, Pasio and Naliaka. Great grandfather of Salau, Malaso, Diana and Resian.

Cosmas Gathere Mungai

Doting grandfather of Ashley, Hillary, Tumaini, Priscilla, Wamuyu and Jason.

Family and friends are meeting at his home in Nanyuki and at P.C.E.A Loresho Community Church from 6.30 pm daily.

Isaac Kinayia Ole Mpaayei

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home on Saturday 18/04/15 at 7.00am. Funeral Service and burial will be held on the same day from 11.00am at his Eroret Farm Nairragie Enkare, Narok County.

For any information or contributions you may call 0722 505 499 or 0722 703 816.

“Ataarare olarrabal sidai naidipa. Akweta natagolie Enkirukoto.” 2 Timoteo 4:7

The funeral service will be on Friday 17th April at P.C.E.A Nanyuki Church at 10.00 am.

Thereafter he will be laid to rest at his farm at Nturukuma near Kenya Fibre.

Mwalimu Geoffrey Kiiru Wanjohi

In God’s hands you are in a better place, In our hearts you will be cherished forever John 14:1-4

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16th Anniversary / Loving Memory

It is now sixteen years since you left us and returned home.

Two years ago since God rested you, precious memories lingers fresh in our lives and your influence shaping our destiny.

With thanksgiving in our hearts, we keep alive cherished memories of you and celebrate your life with us. You instilled great values in us and left a legacy to be cherished forever.

Memorial and thanksgiving service will be held at ACK St. Peters Nguruini Church, Kiamuturi on Saturday 18th April 2015 at 10:00am.

Dearly missed and fondly remembered by your children, grandchildren and friends.

Jerusha Waitherero Mukuha 1924 - 1999

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Irene Wangari Karuga of Kaiwan Enterprises & Vice Chair of Fortune Mark Sacco. Daughter of the late Jeremiah Karunga and Consolata Ngunju.

Loving sister to Pascaline, Teresah, Lydia, Peninah, Beatrice, Margaret, Jemima, Daniel, Jane & Peter.

Sister-in-law of Maina, Githaiga, Kahiga, Macharia, Mutua, Gladys and Margaret. Step sister of Josiah Muturi, Joyce, Wambui, Ngugi and Wamuyu.

Aunt of Samuel, Lucy, Charles Catherine, Agnes, Roseline, Angelique, Jeremiah Osteen Blessing and Peter. Cousin and friend to many.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Mortuary on Friday 17th April 2015 for funeral service and burial at Gathumbi Village, Iria-ini location ,Othaya Division, Nyeri County.

We know you surround us in the great cloud of witnesses, eternally in our lives

Annah Jerono Nguru

Fondly remembered and missed by husband Wilson, Dad Seth, Mum Miriam, Sister Grace , brother Mike, friends, brethren, relatives and colleagues.

2 Corinthians 4:14 Because we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you to himself.

In Loving Memory/4th Anniversary Irene Wangari Karuga

Death and Funeral Announcement

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Stephen Kiagiri Macharia of Nguku Village, Kigumo. Beloved husband of Jacinta Nyambura, loving father of Emma Wanjiku, Beatrice & John Karanja, Kenneth & Teresa Macharia, Julius & Pep Mirara and Late Harrison Irungu.

Son of Late Gitimu Mirara and Late Karimu Gitimu of Nguku Village. Brother of Wanjiru Mbethe, Waithira Runge and Late Julius Harris Mirara. Step brother of Mbugua Gitimu, Late Njuguna Gitimu, Late Kahonge Gitimu, Ruth Muitungu, Emily Wanjiru, Wamaingi Chege, Mary Maina. Son-in-law of the Late Harrison Ngumi and Joyce Wanjiku of Mukangu. Brother-in-law of Njambi, Ben, Waithiki, Kamau and Faith. Grandfather of Wambui, Nyambura Anne, Nyambura Immaculate, Steve, Andrew, Joe, Kiagiri, Zawadi. Uncle and Cousin of many.

Friends and Relatives are meeting daily at Hotel Mercury –Tom Mboya Street, County Park Hotel -off Luthuli Avenue (Mwirutiri Welfare Association), Karanja’s Residence –Murera Sisal and Nguku Home for Prayers & Funeral Arrangements. The Cortege leaves KU Funeral Home at 8.00am on Saturday 18th April 2015 to his home in Nguku Village, Kigumo SubCounty, Murang’a County for Funeral Service and Burial on the same day.

“Till we meet again Dad, rest in everlasting Peace”

Stephen Kiagiri Macharia

In Loving Memory

Promotion to Glory

It is with great sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden demise of Caroline Karimi Gichovi through the terrorist attack at Garissa University College on 2nd April 2015.

Beloved daughter of Mr. Phineas Gichovi Kamwega (CDF Runyenjes) and Mrs. Pascilia Wambeti. Loving and dear sister of Susan Marigu and Joseph Mugendi.

Loving niece of late Mwaniki’s, Njuguna’s, Njiru’s, late Njeru’s, Njue’s, Ndwiga’s, Kinyua’s, Kirimi’s, Njagi’s, Kariuki’s, late Benson’s and Muriithi’s. Cousin and friend of many.

We cherish forever the life we shared, the love you gave, the testimony you left, all forever inscribed in our hearts and on the footprints of the sands of time

Death and Funeral Announcement

Family and friends are meeting daily at Kayole Junction, Emmacrra hotel from 6pm to 8pm and in Umoja 1 house No. A112.

In Loving Memory

The cortege leaves Gakwegori Funeral Home, Embu at 9.00am for a funeral service at ACK St. Timothy Church in Kamugere on Friday 17th April, 2015 starting at 11.00am and thereafter burial at her father’s home at Kamugere, Runyenjes Constituency Embu County.

In God’s Arms you rest, in our hearts you live forever.

Caroline Karimi Gichovi Kamwega (Carol)

Death and Funeral Announcement

The family of the late Johnson Muriuki Kabunua (Ngubia) from Makutano, Cherengani, Trans Nzoia County wishes to announce the death of Mama Jane Nyaguthii Muriuki that took place on Saturday 11th April 2015, after a short illness. Daughter of the late Kigo Wa Thuthuaga and the late Elizabeth Wamuyu Kigo. Mother of Joseph Ndiritu, Margaret Nyaruai Karuoya, Julia Watetu, Jane Wanjiru Marugu, George Kigo Muriuki and the late Elizabeth Njoki. Brother of Kanyi (Narumoro) and the late Wanjiru Kigo. Motherin-law of Waithiegeni Ndiritu, the late Maina Karuoya, Joeli, Late Nathaniel Marugu and Beatrice Kigo Muriuki.

Grandmother of over 50 grandchildren and great grand children and great great grand children. Relatives and friends are meeting daily from 5:30-8:00 pm at Mr. George Muriuki’s home in Karen, Nairobi. The cortege will leave Umash Funeral Home on Thursday 16th April 2015 at 9:00 am for her Kitale home. The burial ceremony will take place at her home the following day on Friday 17th April, 2015 at Makutano Village, Cherengani, Transnzoia County at 10.00 am.

“In God’s hand you rest, in our hearts you live forever. “Rest in Eternal peace”

Mama Jane Nyaguthii Muriuki 1918 - 2015

Appreciation

Peter D. Mungai

Jane Njeri Mungai

Four years has passed since you moved on to the next world, your compassion, love and care still guides us to the purpose of life.

You were the embodiment of humbleness. Your dedication to work and selfless service is an epitome we all strive for. You lived a holistic and simple life that still continues to inspire us through our journey.

Deeply missed by your Son, daughters, grandchildren’s, relatives and friends.

For us to live is Christ and to die is Gain. Phil. 1:21.

We the family of the late Rahab Wanjiku Kihara(Cucu Wa Wambui) wish to thank the almighty God for many years He gave us mun/Cucu.We thank him for the immense gift. May his name be praised forever.

Words cannot express our gratitude for the abundant spiritual, financial and moral support our family received following the passing on of our beloved mum/cucu on 19/03/15.

Exceptional thanks to the Christian community led by mum’s home Church A.I.C Mungu for your spiritual guidance and memorable farewell service.

We wish to thank the funeral organizing committee and friends from all walks of life. To those who took time to travel from near and far to extend comfort and encouragement to us .You have helped us to stay strong we say” May God Bless you Abundantly”.

There are many of you who stood with us who we are not able to mention by name. Kindly accept this message as an acknowledgement of our gratitude for the love and support accorded to us.

“Let us not grow weary of doing good for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up” Gal 6:9

Rahab Wanjiku Kihara

(Cucu Wa Wambui)

Heaven Welcomes An Angel Death and Funeral Announcement

Mr. Octavious Mrs. Beata Kunguru Mukono Wangari Kunguru

Nana Cherop Kirui Ohabo 2nd May 1985-6th April 2015

Nana, the joyful flower of our lives, was plucked from our midst on 6th April 2015 at the Aga Khan University Hospital, following complications during child birth.

It has been years since you departed from us and went to stay with the Lord, yet you remain alive through the memories of your living children; Joseph, James, Hellen, Ceasar, George, Mary, and their children.

Nana Cherop Kirui Ohabo, dear wife and soul mate of Chris Daniels Ohabo.

Loving mother of Zuri and baby Ezra William. Daughter of Willy & Emily Kirui of Elburgon, Nakuru County. Sister of Chebet Kirui Kamau and Arnold Kiptoo Ngetich. Aunt of Jason and Nadia Kamau amongst others.

We miss you, and your sons; Michael, Sekondo, Ernest, and your daughter; Josephine, who have since found peace and rest in God’s hands. They live on through all our memories, especially those of their loving children and grand children.

Daughter-in-love of Bishop Elisha Ombima of Mt Zion Church and Beatrice Ombima of U.K, Mwalimu Andrew, Saul Arunga, Gideon Oyienga, Charles Onaya, Melssa Osore, Peninah, Abigail, Jessca, Judy Likhayo, Judy Mbone, Margaret, Rose. Sister-In-love of John Samuel (UK), David Osore (UK), Mark Demo (UK), Emmanuel Ombima, Rachael Ombima (SA), Christine Okore, Catherine Emmanuel(Seychelles), Winstone, Chris, Winnie Mureithi, Caroline, Rachael, Andrew, Stephen Amiani, Phillip and James Kamau. Granddaughter of the Belyons, Tigois, Agnes Kinavodori, the Ombimas and Ohabos. Niece of the Kiruis, Koskeys, Onayas, Otuoms and Arungas. Cousin of Donnie, Cheru, Chela, Cheptoo, Caro Tigoi amongst others.

We cherish the great times we shared as a family, and express our heartfelt gratitude to all relatives, friends and Christian family, who stood by us during your demise. Above all, we thank God, who has been faithful as he has given us strength each day.

The memorial mass will be celebrated at home, Ngurumbi village, Ngiriambu Sub-location, Gichugu, Kirinyaga County on Saturday 18th April, 2015 as from 10: 00 a.m.

“And while you lie in peaceful sleep, your memories we shall always keep”

The cortege leaves the Aga Khan University Hospital on Thursday 16th April 2015 at 9.00 am for a requiem mass at the Deliverance Church, Langata at 11.00 am.

Thereafter the body proceeds for an overnight vigil at her husband’s boma in Tegat farm, Elburgon, Nakuru County. Funeral service and interment shall take place on Friday 17th April commencing 10.00 am.

“For me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”

Surveyor Jamleck Ndathi Mbiti 01/08/1958 - 11/04/2015

Lay Consultants regrets to announce the sudden death of their Principal Surveyor Mr. Jamleck Ndathi Mbiti, which occurred on 11/04/2015 at Coptic Hospital following a short illness.

Son of The Late Duncan Kiragu and Beatrice Wanjiru.Brother of Nancy Wawira, Charles Kimori, Cecilia Wangari and Margaret Muthoni. Loving husband of Nancy Wanjiku, Dotting Father of Louisa Wanjiru, Leon Kiragu and Telfer Mwaura. Father in Law of Dennis Guchu Muiruri, Loving Grandpa of Seanice Njoki Guchu and Asia Wothaya Guchu.

Friends and Family are meeting daily at The proffessional Centre along Parliament Road opposite Embassy House, Nairobi.

The cortege leaves Coptic Hospital Mortuary on Saturday 18th April 2015 at 7.00am.The burial will follow at his Father’s farm at Riagicheru village Kirinyaga county.

In God’s Memory you rest, In our Hearts you live forever.

Rest In Peace Dear Jamleck

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SPORT

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Paris Saint-Germain, without Ibrahimovic, renew rivalry with Barcelona Page 59

Bell knocks century as England take control of Test North Sound, Antigua and Berbuda Ian Bell’s composed 143 was the cornerstone of England’s revival from the unease of 34 for three to the considerable comfort of 341 for five at stumps on the opening day of the first Test against the West Indies on Monday.

On the pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua that lived up its wellestablished reputation as a featherbed, the

33-year-old right-hander (left) respected the early excellence of a disciplined fast bowling attack before flourishing in the remaining two sessions of the day.

His 22nd Test century spanned 342 minutes and was embellished by 20 fours and one six, most of those boundaries completed with the trademark polish for which he has been identified since making his debut against the same opponents 11 years earlier at The Oval in London.

Bell looked set to continue into the second day, only to be undone by a superb delivery from the persevering Kemar Roach with the second new ball to be caught at the wicket in the penultimate over before stumps were drawn.

He received considerable assistance from Joe Root in the rescue effort as the slimlybuilt Yorkshireman stroked 81 in a 177-run fourth-wicket partnership in relentless late afternoon sunshine. (AFP)

NBA | Westbrook, on double match figures, carries Oklahoma past Trail Blazers

Heat stay alive in playoff race after win over Magic Four-time reigning Eastern conference champs must now win today to progress farther Maima

H

assan Whiteside tallied 24 points and 13 rebounds and the Miami Heat kept their postseason hopes alive with a 100-93 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday.

The Heat would have been eliminated from the playoff race with a loss or a Brooklyn Nets win over the Chicago Bulls. Miami led by as many as 22 points but needed to hold off a late Magic surge to post their second win in eight contests.

The four-time reigning Eastern Conference champions will have to win again in their regular season finale today in Philadelphia to have a chance of making the postseason.

“I don’t now what the percentage is now,” said Heat coach Erik Spoelstra, “but at least it’s gone up a couple of ticks.”

Dwyane Wade scored 22 points, Luol Deng finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds and Goran Dragic scored 13 with eight assists, for Miami who have not missed the postseason since the 2007-08 season.

Victor Oladipo scored 30 points and

24 Points that Hassan Whiteside scored for Miami Heat against Orlando Magic in their NBA match on Monday

RUGBY The decision of All Blacks fly-half Colin Slade to head to Europe after the World Cup came with a rider yesterday that the exodus of New Zealand players is not yet over.

Tobias Harris had 26 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Magic, who have dropped three straight contests.

Miami went 3-1 against Orlando this season and has won 12 of the last 13 meetings between the teams.

In another match, Russell Westbrook carried the Oklahoma City on his back again, finishing with 36 points and 11 rebounds as the Thunder toppled the Portland Trail Blazers 101-90 on Monday.

Westbrook’s performance comes a day after he was slapped with his 16th technical foul of the season in a game in which he exploded for a career-high 54 points against the Indiana Pacers.

The NBA’s disciplinary officials, however, rescinded the technical foul earlier Monday, enabling him to play against Portland.

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Liverpool’s victory over 10-man Newcastle United at Anfied on Monday.

lngala@ke.nationmedia.com Kenya’s national men’s amateur golf team left yesterday morning for Kampala Uganda ready for this year’s Africa Zone Six Golf Championship whose official opening is set for today at the Uganda Golf Club, Kitante.

The Kenyan team has been performing poorly since losing the Zone Six title at home (Nyali) in 2011.

During last year’s championship held at the Devonvale Golf Club in Boland District, outside Cape Town, South Africa Kenya tied for fourth place, same as in 2013 in Namibia.

The best the team has finished since 2010, was a third place in Malawi in 2012 where they placed third behind South Africa, and Namibia.

However speaking before flying to Entebbe enroute to Kampala, team captain Bhavnish Chandaria, who made a come back to the team after a decade, said they had prepared well since March despite some of the players’ poor performances in the just concluded Barclays Kenya Open.

The year Kenya lost the Africa Zone Six golf title. That tournament was incidentally held in Kenya.

Enes Kanter tallied 27 points and 13 rebounds for the Thunder, who remained tied with the New Orleans Pelicans for the final playoff berth in the Western Conference.

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Tied for final playoff berth

“It was a good win for us. We set the tone for the way we wanted to play in that first quarter on both ends of the floor,” Oklahoma City coach Scott Brooks said.

“We did a good job of taking care of the basketball, crashing the boards and keeping them off the glass.”

The Pelicans beat Minnesota on Monday. Oklahoma City ends the season Wednesday in Minnesota, while the Pelicans host the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday.

Meyers Leonard made five three-pointers en route to a career-high 24 points for Portland, who had already secured the number four spot in the West. Joel Freeland and Chris Kaman scored 16 and 14 points, respectively. (AFP)

Kenya head for Zone Six golf in Kampala

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Hassan Whiteside (No. 21) of Miami Heat posts up Nikola Vucevic of Orlando Magic during their NBA match at American Airlines Arena in Miami on Monday.

Miami won 100-93.

“Its a strong team with very strong matchplay players and I believe we will do well in Uganda,’’ said Chandaria.

He added that most of the players have represented the country before and are familiar with the event.

Besides hosts Uganda, which will be parading a strong line that has been in training since March 1, there will be defending champions South Africa, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and Zambia and Mauritius who has shown some improvements over the past three events.

Other Kenya players include Nelson Simwa, Robinson Owiti (Vet Lab), Alfred Nandwa( Railway), junior Mathew Wahome of Nyali, Justus Madoya (Great Rift Valley Resort), William Odera from Kericho, John Karichu (Limuru, Nelson Simwa, Robinson Owiti (Vet Lab), Alfred Nandwa(Railway) and Justus Madoya(Great Rift Valley Resort).

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Kirega dominates board at inaugural Nairobi event

French Open prize money up

France’s Top 14, the world’s richest rugby union championship, suffered a record deficit of $25.5 million (Sh2.3 billion) last season as player salaries soared, the league said.

Joseph Kirega emerged the winner of the inaugural Nairobi Super Select Chess Challenge held over the weekend in Nairobi. The 19-year-old scored 5.5 points out of a possible six. He was closely followed by Brian Adorwa and Nicodemus Ndonye, who both scored five points to finish in second and third places respectively. The event, which pitted six rated players against six unrated ones, was organised by the Nairobi Chess Academy and Club with the aim of raising the numbers of rated players in the country. In the end, however rated players dominated the two-day event bagging the top five places.

Prize money for this year’s French Open has increased by three millions euros to more than €28 million (Sh2.7billion), the French tennis federation announced yesterday. The winners of the men’s and women’s singles titles at the May 19-June 7 Grand Slam event will each pocket €1.8 million euros, €150,000 up on last year, out of a total pot of €28,028,600.

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DOPING FIGHT FALLOUT | Top athletes bitterly protest suspension of the two agents

Elite runners back their managers They say they have valid contracts and question motive to ban Rosa, Volare firms

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Former world marathon record holder Wilson Kipsang (left), who is also president of Professional Athletes Association of Kenya, with John Kelai (centre) 2010 Commonwealth Games marathon champion and Duncan Kibet, 2009 Rotterdam Marathon Champion, address the press at Poa Place in Eldoret yesterday.

They were reacting to the suspension of Rosa and Volare sports management firms by Athletics Kenya.

BY COPPERFIELD LAGAT clagat@ke.nationmedia.com

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op Kenyan athletes contracted to the suspended camps of Rosa Associati and Volare Sports have said they will stand by their banned representatives, maintaining that their contracts are still valid.

The elite athletes, among them world marathon record holder Dennis Kimetto, former record holder Wilson Kipsang and double world 1,500 metres champion Asbel Kiprop, said the suspension does not any way shake them as they prepare for the track and marathon season.

“We want to make it clear that we are not contemplating switching managers and that our contracts are still valid and will remain valid. If the suspension is aimed at disrupting activities of some athletes, that will not happen,” the athletes said a statement read by Kipsang, the defending World Marathon Majors champion, on their behalf.

Targeted some athletes’

The athletes maintained that the suspension of the two athletics managements by Athletics Kenya was “driven by a motive and targeted some athletes.”

“We strongly believe that the move was malicious and politically driven, a way crafted to frustrate some athletes,” said Kipsang, who is also the president of the Professional Athletes Association of Kenya (PAAK), that fights for athletes’ rights and welfare.

On Monday, Athletics Kenya announced that it had suspended Gerard

van de Veen of Volare Sport and Federico Rosa of Rosa Associati from managing Kenyan athletes for six months to allow for an investigation on doping allegations.

The athletes stressed that their managers have not been formally communicated to by AK. “It is unprofessional that the managers have not received any formal information, and only learnt of the whole drama through media,” the athletes said.

They strongly maintained that the suspension of managers was a bid to cover up some unsettled funds AK owed athletes and which the managers kept making follow-ups.

“Some athletes are yet to be paid their allowances, so by keeping at bay managers, the federation can

easily make away with the monies,” the statement alleged. Kipsang said AK is fighting managers and the result could be a poor performance in forthcoming assignments such as the IAAF World Relays Championships in Bahamas, the IAAF Diamond League, the IAAF World Championships and big city marathons.

“Athletes are affected and cannot train well since they are worried the fate of their representatives could be compromised at any time,” Kipsang, the reigning London and New York Marathon champion said.

Asbel Kiprop said managers are not necessarily to blame for doping.

He said taking banned substances is “a personal decision.” “An athlete can

VOLARE CAMP’S TOP ATHLETES

Dennis Kimetto, Wilson Kipsang, Geoffery Mutai, Peter Some, Frankline Kilel, Wilson Kigen, Jason Mbote, Georgina Rono, Gilbert Kirwa

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Rita Jeptoo, Asbel Kiprop, Priscah Jeptoo,

Janeth Jepkosgei, Eunice Sum, Stanley Biwott, Agatha Jeruto, Mercy Cherono, Nancy Lagat

decide to take the drugs even without the knowledge of the manager.

Investigations should be done first and if the manager is caught, then the suspension is given,” Kiprop, who will spearhead Kenya’s World Relays team in the medley race, said.

AK affiliates mull president’s decision to ‘step out’ of office

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sayodi@ke.nationmedia.com The decision by Athletics Kenya president Isaiah Kiplagat to step aside for three months starting May 1 yesterday elicited mixed reactions from AK affiliates.

Paul Mutwii, the spokesperson of the 14 AK affiliates that have been agitating for Kiplagat’s resignation, said the move was in the right direction even though unconstitutional.

“We have wanted him (Kiplagat) to step aside which he has done,” said Mutwii, who was elevated to senior deputy president with Jackson Tuwei being appointed as acting President.

Kiplagat announced that he was stepping aside for three months to enable him campaign for the post of the vice president during the IAAF elections due in August in China.

“These is a tricky issue but the most important thing is that he is willing to step aside and AK has been left for us,” said Mutwii, who is also the AK Southern chairman said. “We now need to sit down and consult with one another to see how we shall move forward.”

Mutwii, who attended the executive committee meeting that come up with several changes, said Kiplagat had already given an indication that he wouldn’t be

staying for long. “We hope this time he is sincere and there is no way he will renegade on his promises,” said Mutwii.

AK will hold their Annual General Meeting on April 30. “I think the meeting will discuss it and see if the changes will be accepted.”

“We were all caught unaware but let us hope Kiplagat means well for the sport,” said Mutwii.

Even as AK North Rift chairman John Wachira, AK Eastern chairman Joseph Kinyua and AK Nairobi treasurer Pak Kariuki described the move as unconstitutional, Kiplagat evoked Article 23 where the executive is mandated to fill any post deemed vacant until the next AGM.

No vacancy

Wachira and Kinyua said there was no vacancy since Kiplagat had just stepped aside hence no need to have an acting president or senior deputy president.

“The constitution is talking about a vacancy and not someone being appointed to take over someone who is on leave,” said Kinyua. “We can’t have someone with one leg in and another one out.”

Wachira said the move to elevate Jinaro Kibet, to the post of deputy president from a co-opted member, was not procedural saying only elected members in the executive ought to be picked.

Tanui faults ‘stepping aside’ of Kiplagat

BY COPPERFIELD LAGAT clagat@ke.nationmedia.com

The stepping aside by Isaiah Kiplagat as head of Athletics Kenya to seek the vice-president’s seat at the IAAF and subsequent appointment of retired Kenya Army general Jack Tuwei to act as Athletics Kenya president is in breach of the constitution, former World 10,000 metres champion Moses Tanui said yesterday.

Kiplagat, said he is taking leave of three months to campaign for the International Association of Athletics Federations’ (IAAF) vice-president’s post.

Tanui accused the AK of not abiding by what the association’s constitution provides for.

“First, the constitution does not provide for the stepping aside but instead resignation. Just like it is provided for in the Constitution of Kenya, a university teacher should resign first if they are eying a slot as a governor or MP,” Tanui, a twotime Boston Marathon champion said.

Tanui, the first man to run the half marathon in under an hour (59.47) at the Millan Half Marathon in 1993, said the appointment of Tuwei to take over as Kiplagat seeks the IAAF votes was not in order.

The 1995 IAAF World Half Marathon Champion pointed out that Tuwei placed fourth in the 2013 elections, and that David Okeyo, who is among the four vice presidents, should have taken over office, “should the constitution have been be followed”.

‘Constitution clear’

“The constitution is clear, in case of demise, the executive puts in office one of the deputies and in this case, Okeyo should have had an upper hand because he was second in the elections. Tuwei finished fourth” Tanui stressed, quoting Chapter 4 of the AK constitution.

And following AK’s suspension of Rosa Associati and Volare Sports for six months over doping allegations, Tanui said due procedure of summoning managers first was not followed.

“The question is, have these managers been summoned to Riadha House to defend themselves?

“It is unconstitutional to make a ruling before a trial. These managers should have been called to defend themselves and then investigations and suspension and or any other measures taken thereafter,” said Tanui.

The Rosa camp, based in Kaptagat, manages top marathon runner Rita Jeptoo who is currently serving a two-year ban. Mathew Kisorio, was also managed by Rosa before being banned over a doping violation. The camp manages top athletes including Asbel Kiprop, Eunice Sum, Agatha Jeruto and Stanley Biwott.

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SECONDARY SCHOOL GAMES | School has no court says vanquished coach Madey

St Brigids hand Wajir basketball baptism of fire as games begin Debutants from Wajir County crushed 146-2, Lake’s St Mary’s outclass Bahati of Mau 64-17

BY FRANCIS MUREITHI

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ajir Girls High School yesterday received a baptism of fire in their first appearance in the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association Term One Games when they were thrashed 146-2 by St Brigids Girls from Nzoia region in their opening basketball match.

This was the competition’s highest score of the day in which the Saints wiped the floor with the hapless representatives from Northern region at Nakuru Boys High School.

Wajir coach Ahmed Madey blamed the loss on the poor preparations and left journalists shocked when he said they don’t even have a basketball court at the school.

“We have hoisted rings in the dining hall where we train and you can imagine playing with a team that is used to playing in a regular court and have more exposure than us,” lamented Madey.

In another girls’ basketball match, St Mary’s Mabera Girls (Lake region) showed little respect to Mau region’s Bahati Girls, winning 64-17 to stay on course for the quarter-finals.

We have hoisted rings in the dining hall where we train and you can imagine playing with a team that is used to playing in a regular court and have more exposure than us” Ahmed Madey, Wajir Girls basketball coach

BY RICHARD MWANGI

rmwangi@ke.nationmedia.com Kenya coach Steve Tikolo is confident that his charges will qualify for the 2019 Cricket World Cup. “The boys have the talent and only need to execute what they have learnt during training in a match situation to make it to the next ICC World Cup,” Tikolo said yesterday adding that they now face an uphill task of winning all their 50-over matches.

The former Kenyan international hinted that they will play back-to-back 50-over games during practice for the boys to get used to the routine.

“The matches will be back-toback, without a day’s break and the boys must get used to it,” he said.

Kenya is set to face United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Namibia by August but the dates are yet to be released by the ICC. Kenya and Nepal, who finished third and fourth respectively in the Pepsi ICC World Cricket League Division Two in Namibia, got a lifeline to take part in the 50over ICC World Cricket League Championship.

Kenya will join Hong Kong, Namibia, Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, Scotland and the United Arab Emirates in the two-year competition, which is scheduled to start mid this year.

The boys have the talent and only need to execute what they have learnt during training in a match situation to make it to the next ICC World Cup”

Highest scorer

Cholymyang Manyang of St Georges was the highest scorer with 22 points followed by teammate Henry Busco with 22 points. Menengai’s Trevor Peters and Elvis Hawei scored 12 and 10 points respectively.

National hockey champions Narok High started their campaign to retain the title with a slim 1-0 victory over the battling Kangaru High School (Highlands).

The Joseph Kenga-coached side scored the only goal of the match in the 48th minute through Ratiya Maison.

St Anthony’s (Nzoia) silenced Kisumu Day 3-1 in another tough game.

Newcomers Trans Nzoia Mixed Secondary School caused a major upset when they thumped girls’ defending champions St John’s Kaloleni 3-0 in a thrilling match.

In another girls’ hockey match, Moi Girls (Metropolitan) were humiliated 3-0 by Kapkolei Girls (Mau region).

Rugby power house Kakamega High School easily dispatched St Georges (Coast) 32-0 to send a strong warning to their rivals.

Kangaru Boys were forced to use every trick in the book before edging out Menengai High (Mau region) 5- 3 in a hotly contested tie.

Tikolo: We will qualify for 2019 World Cup

Steve Tikolo, Kenya coach SULEIMAN MBATIAH | NATION

Kennedy Ondicho of Menengai High School (left) shields the ball from Clarence Onyango of St Georges High School in a basketball match during their Brookside Kenya Secondary Sports Association Term One Games basketball match at Nakuru High School yesterday. Below: Theophanous Soo of Kangaru High School (centre) runs into trouble as Samuel Were (right) and Brian Amino of Menengai High School close him down during their rugby match at Afraha High School.

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The two replaced Afghanistan and Ireland, who were approved by the ICC board to join the 10 full members in the rankings-based qualification system for the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup. The top eight teams will automatically qualify for the tournament.

The full ICC members are: Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, New Zealand and Zimbabwe.

The last four teams will join the top six teams in the ICC World Cricket League Championship at the end of the 2017 season and the 10 teams will fight it out for the remaining two slots for the World Cup. However, Kenya and Nepal will not take part in the four-day ICC Intercontinental Cup. Ireland and Afghanistan will proceed to the first-class game through 2015 to 2017, along with Hong Kong, Namibia, Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, Scotland and the United Arab Emirates.

At the same time, Kenya is preparing for the upcoming ICC World Twenty20 qualifiers set for Ireland and Scotland in July and August. In the Twenty20 qualifiers, 14 teams will fight for the six slots reserved for the ICC associate sides in next year’s Twenty20 World Cup slated for India in March and April.

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2022 hosts Qatar face tough WC draw Sterling stars as Kuala Lumpur Qatar received a difficult draw for the 2018 World Cup yesterday as they embark on their final attempt to qualify for the tournament before hosting it in 2022.

The Gulf state were bracketed with rapidly emerging China, who impressed at this year’s Asian Cup, and will also face tricky trips to Hong Kong and Bhutan.

Qatar have never reached the World Cup and an appearance at Russia 2018

would help assuage critics who question their credentials as hosts of football’s biggest competition.

Gulf champs’ failure

The reigning Gulf champions disappointingly failed to reach the Asian Cup knockout stages in January and they will be keen to show their worth in international competition.

Alain Perrin’s China are seeded top in Group C and Bhutan created headlines when, as the world’s lowest ranked team, they shocked

Sri Lanka to reach the second qualifying round.

Especially against Qatar it will be difficult... (but) it is important to compete everywhere in the world if we want to go to the World Cup,” Perrin said.

“For me, I know Qatar, I know this team. I know what they can do in the World Cup games and it will be difficult, but it is okay.

We will have to prepare for our games well.”

Asian Cup-winners Australia face a challenge from Jordan in Group B. (AFP)

Liverpool keep top four charge

KENYAN PREMIER LEAGUE | City Stars host Gor

Tusker unconcerned over big bandari test Brewers are without a win in two consecutive matches but coach Kimanzi remains upbeat with eyes on title

BY CELLESTINE OLILO @cellie_beckie colilo@ke.nationmedia.com

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ight midweek Kenyan Premier League matches are on the cards today and tomorrow.

Many eyes will be on 10-time champions Tusker as they face formidable Bandari at Ruaraka today.

Tusker coach Francis Kimanzi maintains that his team is firmly in the KPL title race despite their inconsistency this season.

The brewers have won only two of their six matches this season while drawing three and losing one. This has left them in ninth place on the KPL log with a similar number of points.

Even so, Kimanzi remained defiant that neither he nor the team was under any pressure as they welcome Bandari.

“We are not performing at optimum and there are things that we need to work on, but that does not mean we are facing any external pressure at this point because there are still so many matches remaining. Our targets as Tusker has always been to win the title and that has not changed one bit,” he told Nation Sport yesterday.

Tusker skipper Jesse Were, who is the current KPL top scorer with five goals will be relied upon to add on to this tally with help from the diminutive Kevin Kimani.

Against the dockers, Tusker will find solace in the fact that youthful striking sensation Masoud Juma is injured and may not be eligible to start, but they will still have to be wary of former City Stars forward George Abege and David King’atua, who have scored five league goals between them this season.

Bandari coach Twahir Muhiddin said they

We are not performing at optimum and there are things that we need to work on, but that does not mean we are facing any external pressure at this” Francis Kimanzi, Tusker coach

would be very wary of Tusker. “They are a big club. They recruited well this season,” he said. Sofapaka will face Chemelil Sugar in Machakos today eager to provide a desirable follow up to their 3-1 win over Nakuru All Stars in their weekend match.

There are murmurs within the club of players staying out of training for several days in protest over the huge salary arrears owed to them.

Coach Sam Timbe preferred to dwell on the match saying that they will use the home advantage to topple their opponents.

KPL FIXTURES

All kickoffs 4pm unless otherwise stated) Today: Ushuru vs Mathare United (3pm, Nyayo Stadium), Thika United vs Nakuru All Stars (Thika Stadium), Tusker vs Bandari (Ruaraka ground), Sony Sugar vs Western Stima (Awendo Green Stadium), City Stars vs Gor Mahia (City Stadium), Sofapaka vs Chemelil Sugar (Machakos Stadium), KCB vs AFC Leopards (7pm, Nyayo Stadium) Tomorrow: Ulinzi Stars vs Muhoroni Youth (Afraha Stadium)

Liverpool Raheem Sterling helped Liverpool keep alive their hopes of finishing inside the Premier League’s top four and securing a place in next season’s Champions League with a 2-0 victory over 10-man Newcastle United at Anfield on Monday.

The Reds clinched the win thanks to goals from Sterling and Joe Allen as they closed the gap on fourth-placed Manchester City to four points with six matches of the season remaining.

The result also meant Newcastle, who had captain Moussa Sissoko sent off seven minutes from time, have lost their last five league matches.

“I thought we showed attacking intent in the game, won the ball back quickly and controlled the game until the last five, six minutes in the first half, when we started to give the ball away too cheaply,” Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers told Sky Sports.

Liverpool were without Daniel Sturridge, injured in last week’s FA Cup quarter-final win over Blackburn Rovers that has left him doubtful for Sunday’s semi-final with Aston Villa at Wembley.

2-0 Liverpool’s victory over Newcastle United in their English Premier League match at Anfield on Monday

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Tusker striker Jesse Were. He leads the KPL scorers list this season with five goals.

However, Jordon Ibe returned to the starting line-up after six weeks out with a knee injury while Emre Can was back from suspension.

Newcastle made three changes from their derby defeat by Sunderland as Gabriel Obertan, Mehdi Abeid and Vurnon Anita replaced Sammy Ameobi, Yoan Gouffran and Jonas Gutierrez. Liverpool showed plenty of intent early on as Sterling and Philippe Coutinho dropped deep in search of the ball, eager to run at Newcastle backline.

The home side’s early pressure yielded the opening goal in the ninth minute. Sterling’s uncertainty over whether he will sign a new Liverpool contract has led to accusations of greed from some Liverpool fans but his ninth-minute goal went some way to restoring his reputation with supporters.

Jordan Henderson’s cross-field pass was adroitly cushioned by Sterling, who cut inside Ryan Taylor and curled a finish high into the net past the outstretched palm of Tim Krul. The Newcastle goalkeeper was called into action shortly afterwards. (AFP)

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UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE | Spanish football aristocrats at full strength but for suspended Alves

Weakened PSG renew Barca rivalry French side are without several key players, the most notable is of course Swede star Ibrahimovic Paris

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iminished by injuries and suspensions, Paris SaintGermain renew hostilities with Barcelona today as the sides clash at the Parc des Princes in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

PSG have been eliminated in the last eight on away goals in each of the last two seasons, including losing to Barcelona in 2013.

As they look to finally make it back to the semi-finals of Europe’s elite club competition for the first time in 20 years, the side from the French capital could hardly be in better form.

A point clear at the top of Ligue 1, they are on course to win an unprecedented clean sweep of the domestic honours after mercilessly crushing Bastia 4-0 in the final of the League Cup at the weekend.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice in that game, having netted a hat-trick in last midweek’s 4-1 French Cup semi-final defeat of Saint-Etienne to reach a century of goals for the club.

The Swede has scored 13 times in his last seven matches for club and country, but he will miss the meeting with one of his former clubs due to suspension after being sent off in the second leg of the last-16 win over Chelsea last month.

Ibrahimovic is also about to begin a four-game domestic ban, so PSG must get used to being without their talisman, who has 28 goals in total this season. “He was

good, very good,” said PSG coach Laurent Blanc of Ibrahimovic’s display in the League Cup final.

“His objective now is the second leg against Barcelona in 10 days.

He will get some rest.”

Blanc must also do without Marco Verratti due to suspension, while David Luiz and Thiago Motta have hamstring injuries, although the return to fitness of the likes of Yohan Cabaye and Lucas does provide some consolation.

In any case, the absence of Ibrahimovic may not prove as crucial as it appears at first glance. After all, he was injured when Paris beat Barcelona 3-2 at the Parc des Princes in a thrilling group-stage game in September.

He was back by the time the sides met at the Camp Nou in December and even scored in that game, but could not prevent Barcelona winning 3-1 on the night.

QUARTER-FINAL, 1ST LEG: APR 15 Form W D L PSG v BARCELONA Parc des Princes Head-to-head Won 2 Drawn 3 Won 2

Form 13 / 10 Goals for / against 18 / 6 COMPETITION STATISTICS (per match) 4.88 6.00 Shots on target 5.00 6.50 Shots wide 502 617 Passes 5.88 3.25 Crosses 51% 63% Possession

And it was with 10 men following the Swede’s sending-off that the French champions rallied to eliminate Chelsea on away goals on a remarkable evening at Stamford Bridge.

That game felt like something of a coming of age for PSG in Europe, but the test that awaits them against Barcelona cannot be underestimated, even if they are unbeaten in 33 European home games stretching back almost nine years.

“It will be very difficult but it could be extraordinary,” reasoned midfielder Blaise Matuidi.

“We have already shown that we can compete against them and even beat them. We will need to be at 150 percent, even with all the absences. We will give everything.” In contrast to their hosts, Barcelona come into their eighth consecutive quarter-final in the competition with only one notable player missing in the shape of right-back Dani Alves, who is suspended. (AFP)

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He (Zlatan Ibrahimovic) was good, very good His objective now is the second leg against Barcelona in 10 days. He will get some rest”

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Bayern out to brush off injury woes at Porto Porto Injury-hit Bayern Munich head to Porto for today’s Champions League quarter-final, first leg minus a host of stars, but determined to boost their bid to reach a fourth straight European semi-final.

Pep Guardiola’s Bayern last failed to reach the last four in Europe in 2011 and having lifted the European title five times, the 2013 Champions League winners have won 16 of their 25 matches at this stage. But rarely have the star-studded Bavarian giants been so hamstrung by injuries.

Left-back David Alaba, centre-back

Medhi Benatia, midfielder Javi Martinez and right winger Arjen Robben are all missing. To compound matters, left winger Franck Ribery and defensive midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger were ruled out on Monday with an ankle injury and ‘flu respectively.

Spain veteran Alonso back

Bayern have Spain veteran Xabi Alonso (left) back after serving a onematch ban, while Germany defender Jerome Boateng and striker Claudio Pizarro are back after injury.

Even missing their top stars, Bayern still managed to dominate Eintracht Frankfurt in Saturday’s 3-0 league win

A former Premier League footballer accused of taking part in a plot to fix lower league matches stood trial on Monday when he faced bribery charges.

Delroy Facey, once of Bolton Wanderers, was alleged to have become involved in the “ugly side” of his sport by acting as a middleman for two men who have already been convicted of matchfixing, a jury at Birmingham Crown Court, central England, was told.

Facey, who also played for West Bromwich Albion and Hull City, denies conspiracy to commit bribery. He is standing trial alongside Moses Swaibu, a former nonleague player.

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admitted he will talk to Raheem Sterling about his responsibilities as a professional footballer after a video emerged of the player apparently inhaling nitrous oxide.

The Sun newspaper published a clip of England international Sterling supposedly taking the legal high — commonly known as laughing gas — on their website during Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Newcastle United.

Sterling, who scored in the win over Newcastle which helped Liverpool close the gap on fourth-placed Manchester City in the Premier League to four points, has been under intense scrutiny recently.

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Former EPL striker in court on fixing charges

Rodgers vows to talk to Stirling about conduct

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at Munich’s Allianz Arena to keep them ten points clear in the Bundesliga.

Robert Lewandowski scored twice to leave him with nine goals in his last eight league games and has taken over from Robben as the club’s top scorer in all competitions.

Guardiola has said there is no point Bayern ruing their misfortune while director of sport Matthias Sammer said the Germans’ title hunger will carry them through as they chase the treble of European, cup and league titles.

“There is a chance that this small, but high-quality group can develop a lot of strength and dynamic,” said Sammer. AFP)

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Cleltic closing in on another Scottish title Celtic could take another step closer to claiming their fourth successive Scottish Premiership title when they take on struggling Kilmarnock today night.

The Hoops, who drew 1-1 with Inverness Caledonian Thistle on Saturday, have a five point lead at the top of the table over nearest challengers Aberdeen with just seven matches remaining.

The Glasgow giants could stretch that to eight if they can claim victory at Celtic Park against a Kilmarnock side that are just seven points above the relegation play-off spot. Celtic’s recent form in the league has been impressive with the Hoops dropping just five points since the turn of the year.

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City girls’ star sorry for Van Gaal photo Manchester City women’s player Toni Duggan has issued an apology after being photographed with Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal following his side’s victory in the Manchester derby.

England international Duggan, 23, posted a picture on Instagram of herself alongside Van Gaal at a restaurant shortly after United’s 4-2 defeat of City in the Premier League on Sunday.

But following criticism from City fans she removed the post and has now apologised for her actions on Facebook.

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DEVOLUTION | Senators say Sh259.7 billion will be shared equitably

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Senate committee has gone against the National Assembly and Treasury wishes by proposing higher allocation of revenues to counties.

The Finance Committee of the Senate yesterday revised the Sh283 billion proposed by MPs last week and recommended that devolved governments get Sh291 billion.

The proposals will be debated on April 28 when senators return from recess. According to a new schedule, Nairobi should get the highest allocation of Sh20 billion, which would make the county the biggest beneficiary for the third year running.

Senator Mutahi Kagwe, who chaired yesterday’s committee at County Hall, Nairobi said the concerns by Kenyans was how this money would be used.

“Oversight agencies should play their role and ensure this money is used as planned for,” Mr Kagwe said.

In this financial year which ends in June, Nairobi was given Sh13 billion. If the Senate proposal is adopted, it will get Sh7 billion more when the Budget

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Ksh (billions) 20.0 10.8 10.0 9.3 9.0 8.9 8.3 8.0 7.9 7.7 7.6 7.6 7.3 6.5 6.4 6.4

county Migori Homa Bay Mombasa Busia Murang’a Narok Uasin Gishu Kwale Saiya Marsabit Transzoia Nyeri Nandi Bomet Kericho Kajiado

is read in two months.

In the coastal region, Mombasa will get Sh6 billion, up from Sh4.8 billion.

It will be followed by Kwale (Sh5.5 billion) and Tana River (Sh4.3 billion).

Taita-Taveta and Lamu will get the least amount of Sh3.6 billion and Sh2.3 billion respectively. Lamu County’s allocation is the lowest nationally.

In western Kenya, Kakamega will be the biggest beneficiary after senators

Ksh (billions) 6.3 6.0 6.0 5.8 5.8 5.6 5.6 5.5 5.5 5.4 5.4 5.3 5.1 5.0 4.9 4.8

county Baringo Nyandarua West Pokot Nyamira Embu Tana River Vihiga Kirinyaga Laikipia Samburu Thaka-Nithi Taita Taveta Elgeyo Marakwet Isiolo Lamu

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proposed that it should be given Sh10 billion. Nakuru will get Sh9 billion, followed by Bungoma at Sh8.3 billion.

In the central and eastern region, Kiambu will top the list with Sh8.9 billion, Sh2.1 billion more than it got in the current financial year. It will followed

by Meru (Sh7.4 billion) and Murang’a (Sh5.8 billion).

The new schedule is part of the County Allocation of Revenue Bill,

2015 that will be tabled before the Senate for debate.

If it is adopted as part of the Budget proposals, Turkana County will be the second highest beneficiary with about Sh11 billion, up from the Sh9 billion it received in 2014. Kakamega will be third.

Though Lamu will get the lowest amount, it will get Sh500 million more.

Isiolo and Taita-Taveta follow.

Last Thursday, senators raised the total revenue to be given to the counties by about Sh7.7 billion, most of it under the conditional allocations.

MPs had proposed Sh283.7 billion but senators said counties needed more money.

According to the proposals by the Finance Committee of the Senate, Sh259.7 billion will be equitably shared while the remaining will be given conditionally.

The amount of money that the National Treasury gives to counties has been rising over the last three years.

In 2013, they were allocated Sh210 billion. This was increased to Sh226 billion last year.

According to the guidelines for the Sh32 billion conditional allocations, Nairobi will again receive the highest amount of Sh302 million to fund free maternal care, Sh95.7 million for leasing medical equipment, Sh165 million from the Road Maintenance Fuel Levy Fund and Sh6.2 million conditional allocation and grants.

The county will also get Sh93.6 million from the County Emergency Fund if the money is allocated equally among the 47 counties.

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My two minutes of shame on a pap smear table

As lab tests go, the pap smear — one of the most important health checks for women — has to be the most invasive one. It is as unpleasant as they come. The men might disagree and start whining about the prostate gland check, but I am telling you, pap smears are worse. At least mine was

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Shy. Naïve. Exposed.

Naked. Vulnerable.

For pap smear tests, there is no beating the sense of vulnerability that comes with exposing yourself that much to another human being, yet women must regularly go through these tests. Here, a young journalist recounts her experience on a pap smear table

BY JACQUELINE KUBANIA jkubania@ke.nationmedia.com

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n my capacity as a journalist, I have been talking to a lot of cancer patients lately after the recent breakdown of radiotherapy machines at Kenyatta National Hospital. I have heard a lot of heartbreaking stories, stories of pain and loss and hopelessness.

Those stories have had my role elevated to not just that of a story teller, but that of a counsellor as well. When someone chooses to share his or her pain with you, you have a responsibility to not only listen, but to also offer whatever emotional support you can.

You have an obligation to peddle hope and restore some sense of faith in those whose bodies are systematically failing, wracked by a disease so ruthless it has become a metaphor for the bad things in life, like “the cancer of corruption”.

In all those conversations, one thing stands out: none of those I talked to had ever gone for cancer screening until they started feeling sick, went to hospital and the doctors recommended it.

It’s easy to see why. Cancer is one of those diseases that you never really think about until you or someone close to you gets it. We tend to worry more about more “visible” and familiar sicknesses such as malaria, typhoid and chest infections because these are the illnesses we are well acquainted with, illnesses that we have been fighting since childhood.

Cancer just seems too vague, too foreign and otherworldly.

Something that happens to other people. It is definitely not the first thing we think about when our stomachs start hurting, our cough refuses to go away or our headaches become vicious and incessant.

In addition, cancer screening can be an uncomfortable experience, as I recently learned.

I went to hospital a few days ago for test results that have been collecting dust for several

months now. It is not that I have not had time to go get my labs, it is just that every time I thought about doing it, something much better came up and I postponed it.

I procrastinate. A lot. But in this case, it was not just that I was feeling lazy about making the trip all the way to Mater Hospital; it is that I was genuinely a little nervous about getting those results back. I had a nagging “what if” that played on repeat mode in my head, like a scratchy, broken record stuck on an annoying song.

And so as I waited outside the laboratory for the friendly technician to dig up my results from October last year, I felt my palms get slick with sweat. I put aside the book I was holding and stopped pretending to read. I was too worked up to concentrate and the words were beginning to run into each other.

You see, as scary as it was to get the test done, it was scarier getting the results.

Somehow, sitting on a hard chair outside the lab trying to tame my overactive imagination was more unnerving than lying on my back half naked getting a pap smear done.

A pap smear is a test where a doctor scrapes some cells off the cervix and has them screened for any abnormalities that may cause cervical cancer, the second most common cancer among women, after breast cancer.

It is a particularly vicious disease that attacks the cervix, resulting in lower abdominal pain and bleeding in between monthly

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Number of women in Kenya diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2006.

Sixty-five per cent of them died of the disease.

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periods. If left untreated, it can very easily spread to neighbouring organs such as the uterus and the ovaries.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Kenya, contributing to 23.3 per cent of all cancer cases in the country.

It is closely followed by cervical cancer at 20 per cent, with prostate cancer coming a distant third at 9.4 per cent. Therefore, based on purely physiological reasons, a woman is more likely to contract cancer than a man.

In 2006, 2,354 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer.

65 per cent died of the disease.

Although we do not have more recent statistics, those numbers are most certainly higher today.

And a pap smear is the surest way of detecting cervical cancer before symptoms present.

But as lab tests go, the pap smear has to be the most invasive one. It is as unpleasant as they come. Men might disagree and start whining about the prostate

gland check, but I am telling you, pap smears are worse. At least mine was.

I was ushered into a small room the size of a large broom closet. It was bright, though, with a translucent window and a fluorescent bulb burning on the ceiling. It was entirely dominated by a long and narrow examination table (question for doctors in the house: do fat people ever fit onto those tables?), a chest of drawers and an array of instruments that I did not want to look at too closely. It smelled faintly of antiseptic and misery (yes, really).

“Take off your jeans and panties, then lie down on your back, your head on the pillows.

The doctor will be in shortly,” instructed the cheerful nurse with a bright smile.

I wanted to joke about wanting to be wined and dined before doing anything of the sort but I wisely refrained from it. I was so nervous that my tongue would likely have tumbled over the words and I would have ended up making a complete fool of myself.

So I mumbled an inaudible “okay” and she left the room.

I loosened my belt slowly, surveying my surroundings more closely. There was a lamp at the foot of the table where my legs were supposed to go, and a chair next to it. I studied the white sheet draped over the table. It had a big MATER printed on it in red block letters. The walls were bare, painted a sterile white.

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Q: Why are monogamous women who are negative for HPV still given Pap smears?

“Okay, Jacqui, we are going to need you to bend your legs at the knees and spread wide,” the doctor said in a soothing voice.

My first instinct? A resounding Oh Hell No! Because even though you know the procedure is purely medical, there is no beating the sense of vulnerability that comes with exposing yourself that much to another human being. Even worse in my case, exposing myself to two human beings.

There was something surreal about lying there, exposed, your business on display for the world to see.

A: The annual Pap smear has been a cornerstone of women’s health for at least 60 years, and is credited with preventing millions of deaths from cervical cancer. However, in 2012, the US Preventive Services Task Force made decisive recommendations advising women to undergo Pap smear screening less often.

The goal is to test women often enough to catch early warning signs of cervical cancer, but not so often that women are subjected to unnecessary and invasive tests.

Given that most cases of cervical cancer are linked to the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus, or HPV, it would seem that a monogamous woman who tests negative for HPV would not need regular Pap smears.

However, doctors advise that these women should still undergo Pap smears as recommended for their age and medical history.

Why? One reason is that many HPV infections clear up on their own without causing any problems, and it’s possible that a woman who tests negative for HPV still harbours a dormant form of the virus. While dormant HPV does not appear to be an immediate health risk or contagious to a partner, it could become active again if the immune system is compromised by another virus or health problem.

A Pap smear detects cervical cell changes that can result from a persistent case of HPV. A separate test, called an HPV test, detects only I tried unsuccessfully to convince my stubborn fingers to undo the buttons on my jeans and just get it over with. I was beginning to seriously reconsider the wisdom of getting this test at all. Yes, the daunting possibility of a stranger seeing me naked was making me question whether cervical cancer even exists for real.

I tried to think about other things, like why it is that doctors and nurses wear such ugly shoes.

They are all uniformly black and flat and formless. Boring.

I began to wonder about how many millions I could make by distributing fashionable but sensible shoes to hospital staff.

Shoes that at least have a bit of personality. It is dreary enough to work in a hospital; no need to compound the misery with ugly shoes.

Yes, I am very good at distracting myself. I forced myself to refocus my attention on the problem at hand.

“Stop being a baby. You can do this, you can do this,” chanted the little voice in my head. I took too long debating within myself because the nurse and the doctor walked in while I still had my jeans on.

The doctor raised her right eyebrow at me, snapping her gloves on.

“Well?” she said expectantly, cocking her head slightly to the left.

There was no chickening out at this point. So I swallowed hard, stripped out of the offending clothes and climbed onto the examination table, keeping my legs and eyes tightly shut. It was all I could do as I could not to cover myself with my hands. My mouth was dry, my face burning.

I could hear them settling down at the foot of the bed and tearing open the packages of sterilised instruments.

“Okay, Jacqui, we are going to need you to bend your legs at the knees and spread wide,” the doctor said in a soothing voice.

the presence of an active virus.

“HPV never leaves your body,” said Laura Corio, an obstetrician and associate professor at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. “It can come out various times in your life.”

Then there is the more complicated issue of monogamy. Just because a woman is monogamous, that doesn’t mean her partner is or always will be. Men and women in the most committed relationships may stray on occasion, and many will never admit this, even to their doctor.

Estimated infidelity rates range from about 25 per cent of couples to as high as 70 per cent. A new sexual partner by either person in a relationship is a risk factor for the woman’s contracting HPV. Because of the possibility of a dormant virus and the potential for infidelity, doctors err on the side of caution and continue to offer Pap smears to monogamous women.

Under the current guidelines, women should be screened no more than every three years.

Women are advised to begin screening at age 21 regardless of sexual history. The task force also recommends against Pap tests for women over 65, as long as they have had adequate prior screening and are not otherwise at high risk for cervical cancer.

Women over 30 who do not want a Pap test every three years can opt for one every five years along with an HPV test. Women who have unusual symptoms, an unusual Pap test result or a history of cervical dysplasia, cervical cancer, HIV or other illnesses are likely to be screened more frequently. (NYT)

My first instinct? A resounding Oh Hell No! Because even though you know the procedure is purely medical, there is no beating the sense of vulnerability that comes with exposing yourself that much to another human being. Even worse in my case, exposing myself to two human beings.

There was something surreal about lying there, exposed, your business on display for the world to see.

I hate hospitals. I really do.

They take away all your dignity.

So I defended myself the only way I could. I shut my mind to my immediate environment and pretended I was not the scared girl lying stiff and half naked in full view of a couple of strangers.

My mind drifted to happier places. Places full of sunshine and unicorns and rainbows.

I could vaguely feel hands shifting my legs, I barely registered the intrusion of the speculum, I blocked out the discomfort of the actual cervical scraping. It was done in less than two minutes. I only opened my eyes when the doctor said: “You can get dressed now.”

I got up, carefully avoiding eye contact with either of them, pulled my clothes on and stalked out of the room without a word.

Then I went home, called my best friend and curled into bed with a lollipop in my mouth. After what I felt was such a gross invasion, I needed a reminder of blissful childhood innocence.

Anyway, that was months ago. I got the results and all is well. Huge sigh of relief. I was advised to get tested every year, though, so that means I will have to go through all that nastiness again in a few months. I am definitely not looking forward to it. I actively refuse to think about it.

Yearly pap smears are recommended for women over the age of 25, although some countries set the age limit at 26. They are a necessary test,

but my experience has me wondering, “if it was so uncomfortable for someone like me, someone who is exposed and learned, someone who knows the importance of taking this test, what must it be like for that woman in the village who has never heard of cancer?”

How much more humiliating must an experience like this be for our mothers and grandmothers whose strongest instincts instruct them to not only never show themselves to anyone, not even to their husbands, but also to never even talk about what might be happening “down there”?

To a woman like this, regular pap smears or breast examination in the absence of disease — especially in the absence of disease — do not make sense.

And I can see why the same discomfort would apply to an elderly man who is told that he needs to regularly go for a prostate exam, which involves a doctor sticking a gloved finger up a man’s anus to feel for the size of the prostate gland.

An enlarged prostate means trouble and further tests need to be carried out. The prostate test is recommended for men over 40.

Prostate cancer is the leading cancer among men, and in 2006 it contributed to 9.4 per cent of all cancer cases, according to the same Nairobi cancer registry statistics quoted earlier.

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) suggests that 80 per cent of cancer cases are diagnosed late, when very little can be achieved in terms of curative treatment, and it is easy to see why.

Yearly pap smears are recommended for women over the age of 25, although some countries set the age limit at 26. They are a necessary test, but my experience has me wondering, ‘if it was so uncomfortable for someone like me, someone who is exposed and learned, someone who knows the importance of taking this test, what must it be like for that woman in the village who has never heard of cancer?’

Jacqueline Kubania, journalist

Such trepidation over regular tests has contributed to the high cancer mortality, which presently stands at 27,000 deaths in a year; from the 40,000 cases diagnosed yearly.

To have two out of three patients dying from the disease is a crisis that demands immediate attention. And one way to improve these numbers is to have the necessary cancer conversation in our homes.

Awareness campaigns need to kick off in high gear. What we did for HIV, we need to do for cancer.

The point of this article is to share the importance of looking

after ourselves and making health a priority. We need to sit our mothers and grandmothers down and explain about cancer, and why regular checkups are necessary. Our fathers and grandfathers need to hear this conversation too. Early diagnosis saves lives and ensures that cancer does not become a death sentence.

And you who have read this and now know better, go get checked. As uncomfortable as it was, I am glad I got that test done. I got my breasts checked as well on that same day and it gives me immense peace of mind to know that I am fine.

Remember that most cancers can be treated if caught early.

Also, remember that nobody is invulnerable. The arrogance of youth gives you the illusion of immortality, but women as young as 20 are getting diagnosed with breast cancer. Take charge of your body. It is the only real home you have. dn2@ke.nationmedia.com

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Hi Baraza-JM-Not-Jimmy, I read your article on the merits of buying a Nissan Bluebird over the Toyota NZE and found your argument on the economics very sound. As such, I would like to support your reasoning.

The alternative to buying a car is leasing one, except that the owner has some operating costs that must be factored in.

I bought an ex-Japan Mazda almost 10 years ago. It cost Sh600,000, all costs inclusive, compared to a similar Toyota model that cost roughly Sh800,000. I have added roughly 60,000km to its mileage and ensured it is serviced regularly. The maintenance costs have been quite low as I have changed the shocks, tyres, battery and brakes only once.

I bought original Mazda parts as the second-hand Mazda market was virtually non-existent. I could afford to have third-party insurance and park it anywhere without fear that it might get stolen!

If I were to write off the car today, I would take Sh600,000, plus, say, Sh60,000 in parts and Sh60,000 insurance, and divide these by 10 years and have the alternative to leasing costs of Sh72,000 per year, or less than Sh200 per day. I would probably receive Sh250,000 if I sold it in its present condition.

However, the Sh600,000 paid 10 years ago is probably worth Sh1.2 million today after inflation, so the Sh250,000 is worth just half, if we strip inflation from our equation.

My point is that too many people get engrossed in what the car would fetch in the secondary market over the true economic cost of the alternative to leasing (opportunity cost).

The secondary market value might be affected by all sorts of vagaries, including, but not limited to, accidents, inflation, sub-standard spares (a Toyota problem) and theft.

I also agree that the Nissan Bluebird is a marvelous car with a large boot and huge rear seating space. I rented one for a safari and it posted close to 18km/l; not bad at all! It might have been designed for the Ugandan male market, like the Toyota Carina. I cannot elaborate my colourful hypothesis in your familyfriendly space.

Hassan.

This, my friend, is why I read every email that comes my way. I might not necessarily respond to all of them, but I do read them all, and all in the hope that I might at one point come across a gem such as this.

What logic! What sense! You seem to have noticed the same thing I did in Kenyans: their warped sense of priority and their single-mindedness in trying to save a shilling wherever possible.

The result is that we tend to go overboard in our thriftiness and the outcome is absurd to any observant third parties. Whenever a person is buying a car, the first thought on his/ her mind is “what will it cost me and how much will I sell it for?” The second thought, invariably, is: “Is it a Toyota?”

How about we focus on the car itself, the value it brings to our lives and the benefits it affords us?

This is the point where the car buff in me comes out, and I will say something a motoring hack never should: a car is a car. Never mind the fun I poke at some or the ruthless lashing I mete on others; at the end of the day, learn to appreciate what you have. Think about the reason you bought the car in the first place (besides as a tangible investment to be redeemed in the future once the dollar value of the Kenya shilling goes wonky or when your spouse insists the kids should go to an overpriced educational institute and you lack the wherewithal to support this whim but you cannot say no without looking like a proper bastard).

If you are spending half a million shillings on a car, what is Sh2,500 here and there? And how often do you plan to break your control arms anyway. The Demio is the better car, but buying the Passo because it has cheaper control arms beats sense.

The car is a means of transportation.

The car is a pod in which to get away from the outside world, a channel for some enjoyment, however ephemeral it may be. In some situations, the car is an extension of the family.

That is why my shoulders slump every time I get an email asking about “maintenance, consumption and spares”. Is this all that we see in a car?

A money pit, a bottomless chasm into which disposable incomes go without ever coming out? If these things bother you, why not take the bus? You will never hear a bus conductor asking you to pay for spares, or maintenance, or to compensate for the driver’s heavy foot.

You might have noticed that some questions I answer passionately while some I just skim through the response in a hurry to get to the next one. That is because — how do I say this without coming off as a snob — it is tiring to repeat the same thing day in, day out.

What is the difference in fuel consumption between a Sylphy and a Corolla (None!). What is the difference in parts costs between a Premio and an Allion (None!). Between a CRV and a RAV4, which one makes sense (They both do, close your eyes and pick one!).

Four years of repeatedly answering these frankly pointless questions has led to slumping my shoulders so much, my posture is slowly but surely assuming the form of a question mark.

Then there are those questions that are bang on; questions asked by people who know exactly what they are asking and thus get an answer written by someone in his element.

Remember my recent GTR write-up?

It came from the petrolhead within me; I relived every single second of that hot lap, I loved driving the car and when asked to describe how it was, I equally loved writing about the experience.

That is the kind of query I like. If we discuss performance cars, I’d rather you asked what it is like to drive, how fast it is, or what it handles like... don’t ask me how much you will sell it for before the next General Election or if the parts are expensive, because they are. Comparing white goods against each other is an exercise in futility.

While impertinence breeds impatience, relevance will get you everywhere.

Your calculation just goes to show how little Kenyans in general think, no

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The important thing about owning a car is not what make it is, but what you do with it and how you treat it.

matter how long and how hard I rant here. Your calculation also shows that it doesn’t really matter what car you buy; what matters is what you do with it and how well you take care of it.

I know of people who own and drive reputably “unreliable” cars but have never done anything more than replace consumables and perform the requisite service at the right interval, and those cars run like clockwork.

I know of others who drive Toyotas that spend three days a week at the garage, two days on the road and two days parked at home. People spend anything from Sh600,000 upwards buying a car, so what is this about “cost of spares” that worries them so much?

So maybe the control arm of a Mazda Demio costs Sh8,500 while that of a Toyota Passo perhaps costs Sh6,000: does this mean that you will buy the Passo? If you are spending half a million shillings on a car, what is Sh2,500 here or there? And how often do you plan to break your control arms anyway?

The Demio is the better car, no doubt about it; but buying the Passo because it has cheaper control arms beats sense. However, that is the Kenyan mindset.

Speaking of Toyotas: of the two factions I discussed, I would lean towards the second. Used Toyotas are a rip-off, especially if it comes with an “ex-Japan” label. These cars are

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cost of parts and resale value supposed to be dirt cheap, but when demand soars, dealer mark-ups reach for the stratosphere too. When the dealers’ demands go up following client demand, the suppliers in Japan will not sit by and watch money fly out of the window; they, too, will raise the prices accordingly.

Toyota models notorious for this are the first-generation iST, the RunX/Allex and the Premio. Mark IIs used to cost a lot but once their notoriety on the fuel economy front reared its head, you can now get a good (lightly used) example for the same money it costs to buy an “ex-Japan” Passo.

They should all learn from you, Mr Hassan. There is more to a car’s worth than the cost of parts and resale value.

Thank you for your very insightful message. Also, thank you for not calling me Jim(my). *NB: the control arm prices quoted are strictly for demonstrative purposes, but you get my point.

Hi, Recently, I lost my job, and then my car, so things are tight. I need a small car for a hustle I want to start. Which car can I get for 100k?

Julia Hi Julia, My deepest sympathies for the dark turn your financial life has taken. It behoves me to be more circumspect than I will shortly be. However, there may be no gentler manner in which to break this news to you, so let me start with a proverb: “When it rains, it

pours”.

Your recent economic difficulties have been further compounded by the fact that you will not get a reasonable deal for the kind of outlay you have in mind. Safe bets nowadays start at at least twice the amount you quote.

Anything below that means you are dabbling in The Sinner’s passion; engaging in an exercise not entirely dissimilar to self-flagellation in that you will be punishing yourself willingly and knowingly but with no clear impetus to do so. “Hustle” is not a clear impetus.

A hundred grand will buy you a shell of a small car. Yes, a shell. There most likely will be no engine to speak of, and the same goes for the transmission.

You will be lucky if it has wheels and suspension. There probably will be a family of rats living in the dashboard and a small crop of potatoes eking out an existence somewhere in the boot. Don’t even get me started on the interior....

You will not be buying a car; you will be buying a depression-generator and a money pit. The amount of cash you will put into getting the car even remotely close to what the manufacturer planned will suffice to buy another car in much better condition. Nobody sells a working vehicle at 100 grand nowadays, unless; (1) the vehicle has recently been TWOCCed (Taken Without Owner’s Consent) and the police are hot on its trail, so the TWOCCer is trying to salvage what for him is a rapidly degenerating situation by getting some money out of it; or (2) it is a

and Dual VVTi is that VVTi technology adjusts the timing of the intake valves only while Dual VVTi adjusts both intake and exhaust valves (doubleacting). In both cases, the camshaft has two profiles for the intake valves: the economy profile (below 6,000rpm or thereabouts) and the performance profile (above 6,000rpm). When the VVTi “kicks in”, oil pressure is exerted on an actuator that shifts the camshaft slightly, engaging the “performance” setting.

With Dual VVTi, the same thing happens, the difference is that this time the exhaust valves too are involved, i.e the camshaft has two profiles each for both intake and exhaust. Dual VVTi also minimises the start/stop compression pressures by adjusting the overlap sequences between intake and exhaust valves, making the process almost imperceptible — you might have noticed in not-so-advanced cars that starting and stopping the engine involves a small “tremor”: this tremor is well-nigh eliminated in Dual VVTi engines, which explains why Lexus cars and high-end Toyotas are so smooth to operate.

The ability to simultaneously open both intake and exhaust valves also allows for maximum scavenging of intra-cylinder charge, allowing very high rpm operation and thus liberating tremendous amounts of power from the same engine that boasts impressive low-end torque.

2. Yes. After all, the whole concept behind the variable valve timing procedure is to enhance fuel economy

working 1970s Volkswagen Beetle with a huge hole on the floor that admits rain water from below during the rainy season and threatens to drop the driver or passenger onto the road should they make the mistake of having a heavy lunch.

A car at 100 grand is not a good investment. Your current status as a “hustler” precludes your making a bad investment. Sensible decisions are what you need to dwell on, and buying a car at 100 grand does not constitute a sensible decision.

Double the amount then let us have another council-of-war, I will have a better prognosis for you then.

Hello Barasa, I have some questions on VVTi engines 1) What is a Dual VVTi and what is the difference between it and the normal VVTi? 2) Is it possible for a car with a dual VVTi, 1,800cc engine to perform at between 15-16km/litre of gasoline.

3) What are merits and the demerits of a dual VVTi engine over the normal VVTi? David.

David, since you’v e asked about Dual VVTi is, I assume you already know what VVTi is (Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence) and how it works (by adjusting the valve timing to optimise engine activity for economy below a certain engine speed and for performance above that threshold).

1. The main difference between VVTi

without the need to sacrifice cubic inches or engine output.

3. Merits: as stated earlier, with Dual VVTi the engine is very smooth, and it is possible to eke out even more miles for every gallon of fuel used.

Demerits: a more complex engine. It might not necessarily be more prone to failure, but simple jobs such as head removal and/or overhauls are made a little trickier and require a little more caution. ************************************ Friends, I may have said last week that I do not know of the existence of any documentation expressly declaring whether or not double-cab pick-ups qualify for commercial vehicle status.

Now I know that such documentation does exist, ratified by the President himself and published in the Kenya Gazette Special Issue of December 31, 2014, Legal Notice No. 180, which affects Cap. 403 of the Traffic Act. It unequivocally states that doublecabin pick-ups are classified as private rather than commercial vehicles, and are, therefore, not subject to the provisions of payment of advance tax and inspection. I guess that means goodbye chevrons, goodbye inspection stickers, goodbye 80km/h and goodbye TLB....

Does TLB still exist?

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But dismissing this as nothing more than a mid-cycle freshening would be a mistake. And it seems car buyers are appreciating the Outback’s newfound competencies, because for the last three consecutive months Outback sales have been at record levels. Critical acclaim is there as well: the Outback took top honours in its class for the AJAC Best New SUV/CUV in the Under $35,000 category.

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on the eyes. There’s a hint of the trendy clamshell hood (at the sides, at least) along with a windshield that has been pulled forward at its base for a sleeker appearance. The rear glass has taken on more of a slope as well. The car’s plastic lower body cladding has shrunk, mediately recognizable as an Outback, all of the details have been revisited to great effect.

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with high-dollar options like those $350 colour-coded keys that showed up at the Panamera launch. Yes, the small-car buyer is a demanding one, but they’re also buying on needs more than wants. Bang for the buck is a must. Paper-racing the Corolla versus the Mazda, things start off with a large disparity.

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The base Corolla goes up against the Mazda3, both cars starting at an identical $15,995, the Mazda’s freight charges being a slightly more expensive at $1,695 versus the $1,520 of the Toyota. Mechanically speaking, the Mazda is ahead on horsepower by 155 hp compared to Corolla’s 132 hp, as well as having one extra cog in the manual gearbox and two extra gears if you option an automatic transmission.

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So now fuel consumption, previously not one of Subaru’s core virtues, is all of a sudden one of its strengths. An all-wheel-drive Toyota Venza V6, for comparison (and it should be compared with the Outback), actually consumes more fuel than the new Outback at 12.8 and 9.3 L/100 km respectively.

So essentially what Subaru is saying here is that people don’t need more power, but they should be able can dig that.

Pricing for the new Outback starts at $27,995, which is $500 less than last year’s model. Standard equipment for the 2.5i includes the Subaru-trademark all-wheel drive, Bluetooth connectivity, a 6.2-inch touchscreen, four-speaker audio, retractable cargo cover, heated front seats, tilt and telescoping wheel with integrated cruise control, automatic headlights, 17-inch steel wheels with covers, and 60/40 split rear seats with one-touch fold. The 2.5i can be

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Speaking strictly logically, which one of these cars is best?

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The new look is clean. A frameless, glossy touch screen display takes over more of the Outback’s functions and buttons are minimized and treatvide a richer overall look. The use of wood-grain trim is restrained and not objectionable – that’s about as high a compliment I can volley at wood-grain trim. The seats now have more shape and stitching and console storage is improved.

from a drop in consumption, the new model drinking 12.0 L/100 km in the city and 8.6 on the highway compared with 13.4 and 9.7 in last year’s

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If the Outback’s exterior enhancements are subtle yet effective, once inside it’s clear this is a very different ride. We’ve jumped at least one class upward with the new car’s interior furnishings. The dash is no longer dominated by a busy centre stack with too ished plastic. That would have been okay ten years ago, but interiors of today need to have a different vibe, and this Subie’s got it.

from last year. But fuel consumption goes down, from 9.9 L/100 km city and 7.8 highway to 9.3 and 7.1 respectively. The 3.6 sees similar improvements: at 256 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque, output is unchanged. But

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Small increases in major exterior dimensions for the Outback mean big gains in interior room: cargo capacity is bumped from 857 L to 1,005 L with the seats up, while a folded rear seat yields an increase of 56 L to 2,075 compared to last year. A 70 kg increase in curb weight seems palatable in this case.

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s someone who is physically incapable of walking past a Hot Wheels display without checking to see if there’s anything good hanging on it -it’s for my kid! I swear! I’m totally a grown-up -, you might be thinking this comparison was a bit of a foregone conclusion.

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ic about an inanimate mass of glass, rubber and steel usually have at least some sliver of enthusiasm for the automobile. Pardon me for stating the spoiler right from the outset, but it’s no surprise that the Mazda3 is more fun to drive than the Corolla.

Ask a gearhead to tot up the pros and cons list on these two similarly spacious compact sedans, and surely

the one with even half a pulse is going to be the runaway winner. The Mazda goes zoom-zoom, the Toyota goes putt-putt; gold star to the M-badge, job done. But if that’s true, then why is the Toyota currently still ahead of the Mazda in the year-to-date sales race tens of times?

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That’s right; Toyota will still sell you a modern car with a four-speed automatic transmission. They’ll also bolt a set of 15-inch steelies with hubcaps on there, and you get drum brakes out back as compared to the Mazda’s discs at all four corners. You get the same lacklustre rear binders on the LE and S trims if you don’t pay extra.

However, even Toyota knows the outlier fully loaded and super-cheap cars aren’t what the bulk of people buy. Moving our attention to the machines actually equipped with features you might want, like air conditioning, lining up against the Corolla S or LE, at $20,200 and $19,500 respectively.

As you’d have to pay an extra $1,200

to get the Mazda3 with an automatic, the Toyota creeps ahead on value.

You have to pay extra to get the heated seats in the Mazda3 as well, and they’re standard in the Corolla. A nice $1,500 upgrade package gives the Corolla 16-inch alloys, fog lamps, a power moonroof and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, all for a total price of $21,000. To get the same thing out of a Mazda3 GS, you’d have to spend $22,595 plus freight. Advantage Toyota?

Maybe, especially when measuring things up against the sporty-looking Corolla. Yes, it does look a bit like Emperor Zurg, but $22,550 buys a Corolla S with 17-inch alloys, all the power-moonroof stuff, and a Softex leather interior. Well, I say “leather”: it’s a baseball glove.

Even so, that’s a nice-looking, very well equipped sedan that’s guaranteed to have good resale, and it does have a few more bells and whistles than the Mazda offering. Getting off the paper charts and into the real world, my Corolla’s $22,200-plusfreight price tag went right up against the manual Mazda3’s $21,395, which would have been $1,200 more expensive with the automatic six-speed.

The Eco also gets a bit of a bump in At the base end of the scale, the Toyota is outclassed, but here in the middle, the sales results start to make sense. Or do they? Both cars have backup cameras and Bluetooth hands-free, 16-inch alloy wheels and leather-wrapped control surfaces, heated front seats and power moonroofs. Yes the Mazda’s a few hundred dollars more, and doesn’t have automatic climate control – but is that really enough to swing it? Add in the Mazda’s standard push-button starter, and I’m inclined to call this one a dead heat.

Comfort Both test vehicles came with cloth seats that were nicely supportive and cushy, perhaps more so in the Toyota.

Take the Corolla into a sweeping onthat its seats have all the lateral support of a picnic bench.

The Mazda’s seats are much more like the sport buckets you’d expect, and as the Corolla doesn’t have any lumbar support, they did feel the best of the two. Cranking up the height-adjustable seat will probably work better for shorter drivers in the Toyota as there seemed to be slightly more headroom (checking the specs, this is possibly down to the Corolla’s open interior design – the difference is only a centimetre in favour of the Toyota).

Rear seat passengers are going to prefer riding in the Toyota, no question. The Mazda3 is much improved over its previous cramped rear quarters, but the Corolla is a full 15 centimetres bigger (think half a desktop ruler), and there’s plenty of room to there.

Trunk space comparison also favours the Toyota, with its 370 L capacity giving a full 20 L advantage for grocery shopping or picking up in-laws at the airport. Er, I mean for their luggage. As usual, I had to stuff the running stroller in my tester during the week, and it slid right in, taking up only half the available room.

Ride quality for both cars is excellent, with the Mazda greatly improved in terms of road noise, and the Corolla also quite smooth. Even though option, it handles choppy pavement and speed bumps even better than the Corolla, though both are miles ahead of what small cars used to be.

The Toyota takes this category simply on volume.

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SIMPLE CROSSWORD ACROSS 1.To feed to excess or otherwise satiate 7.Female of the domestic fowl 8.A tailless monkey 10.In advance or in front of 12.To cut down as grass or grain 13.Place or position behind 14.A farm labourer forced to work to pay off debts 15.A slippery snake-like fish 16.The female of the red deer 18.To aid in wrong-doing 21.An unwrought metal 22.A positive electrode 23.A prince in Ethiopia 24.It is so 25.Long locks of unbraided hair DOWN 1.A stout round pole as a ship’s mast 2.A large flightless bird related to the ostrich 3.Was afraid 4.To terminate 5.Domesticated 6.Chopped as wood with an axe 9.Shared as a facility 11.Flight of Mohammed from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD 14.Carpenters’ tools for smoothing wood

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION ACROSS: 1. Container 7. Pro 8. Arc 10. Sowed 12. Warren 13. Lie 14. Kit 16. Cajole 18. Aspen 20. Pen 21. Ado 22. Dependent DOWN: 1. Crawl 2. Nacre 3. Apse 4. Iron 5. Now 6. Rod 9. Rains 11. Exile 14. Kopje 15. Tenet 16. Cede 17. Anon 18. Aid 19. Pap

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION ACROSS

1 Cut A Dash 5 Filli1p 8 Alkali 9 Chastise 10 Fixation 11 Tenure 12 Trickery 13 Recede 15 Legend 18 Allright 20 Orange 21 Runner Up 23 Diaspora 24 Elapse 25 Reason 26 Entreaty

Each number in our Codeword grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. For example, today 25 represents D so fill in D every time the figure 25 appears. You have two letters in the control grid to start you off. Enter them in the appropriate squares in the main grid, then use your knowledge of words to work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you get the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and control grid.

Check off the list of alphabetical letters as you identify them.

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6 Scientist of the naughty Nineties! (8) 7 Change fourth dimension within height-measuring instrument (9) 8 Intimidate cook ‘X’, audibly unwell (8,3) 12 Advance payments surrounding HQ depots which convert electricity (11) 13 Mega-military person of great courage (7)

16 More tight consuming English Navy’s strong drink (9) 17 Unpublished diet I end emphatically (8) 18 Display skeleton, for example, as a body in flight (8) 19 Oven has brown hatchway (7) 22 Obstructs talking chickens, for instance (5) 24 Material became crumpled in the middle (4)

1 Chaff 2 Avalanche 3 Asinine 4 Hackney Carriage 5 Flatter 6 Leisure 7 Precedent 12 Tall Order 14 Crime wave 16 Granada 17 Die Down 19 Lenient 22 Piety YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

YOUR STARS AQUARIUS | JAN 21 - FEB 19 Use tact in expressing yourself today. Others will cooperate if they feel you are not riding roughshod over their ideas and feelings. Cleaning up the clutter may not be to your liking. But you could find some hidden treasures. Personal finances are in a relatively good shape.

PISCES | FEB 20 - MAR 20 A squabble in the workplace needs your attention. Taking an objective but decisive stand will resolve the situation to the benefit of all.

Those of you in the technical or computer field are likely to find others clamouring for your skills.

This could be the encouragement you need ..

ARIES | MAR 21 - APR 20 People you meet in a professional capacity could give you valuable information. It may be that your goal of career advancement can

become a reality. It will be up to you to follow through. Advice you received about a joint venture, appears to have been sound. This should stimulate you into going ahead with a project you were not sure of.

TAURUS | APR 21 - MAY 20 You could be in a position where you are required to take on more responsibility be aware that you can reach your objectives and that others will be on your side. A business arrangement you have spent a lot of time on is about to pay off. Give credit to those whose support was significant.

GEMINI | MAY 21 - JUNE 21 Personal financial affairs may come to ahead.

Despite the temptation it would be wise to avoid any speculations. Concentration, on details is required if you are to proceed with a project. You have a grasp on the large picture.

CANCER | JUN 22 - JULY 22 Communications with colleagues or business associates appear to have improved. You may have misunderstood someone’s motives but now you have misunderstood someone’s motives but now you have a clearer understanding of the situation.

LEO | JULY 23 - AUG 22 Higher-ups appear to expect more from you than from others. You could be feeling resentment.

Such feelings won’t help you get the work done and could backfire. A legal or business matter you thought was put to rest presents further problems VIRGO | AUG 23 - SEP 23 Persuading others is your particular gift today.

You can have outstanding luck if you are in sales or promotion. Optimism is high as you approach

others with a plan to increase production.

Listen to the opinion of loved ones in a personal problem. But stand firm if you believe you are in the right.

LIBRA | SEP 24 - OCT 23 Jumping to conclusions about a partner could lead to a difficult situation. What you may have heard appears to be gossip and rumours.

Consider the source and bide your time. Libra in the financial field should be leery of hot tips.

Thorough research on your part will save money and regrets.

SCORPIO | OCT 24 - NOV 22 Sound decisions making on your part can bring a quick reward. Others can be persuaded to follow your lead if you present all the facts. It appears that a loved one is prepared to give you needed financial support in a project

SAGITTARIUS | NOV 23 - DEC 21 You are likely to be more comfortable on the sidelines. Your contributions will be recognized however. A trip to do some research can give you new information and a competitive edge. A reluctant business associate will come around but you will be patient CAPRICORN | DEC 22 - JAN 20 You may need to pause and reflect on recent events. The world will still go on if you decide to take sometime off for yourself. Career options that are open to you appear substantial. This is a good time to think about your future strategy. hold back or be too cautious, To receive NATIONmobile horoscopes on your mobile, SMS the Star you want, eg LEO to 20667 at 5/- above normal rates.

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TREAT OF THE DAY

NAIROBI 5:00am: Password Repeat 6:00am AM Live 9:00am Movie: Stomp The Yard 11:15am:The Young & The Restless 12:00pm: Rhythm City 12:30pm: Scandal 1:00pm: NTV at 1 1:30p.m: Backstage 2:00p.m: Churchill Show 3:00pm: Password 4:00pm: NTV at 4 4:15pm: Password Reloaded 5:00pm: The Beat 6:00pm: Snakes & Lizards 6:40pm: Pika Chakula 7:00pm: NTV Jioni 8:00pm: Pendo 9:00pm: NTV Tonight 10:00pm: Awesome 10:30pm: Looks & Essence 11:30pm: Movie: The Cable Guy 01:30am: CNN

Today’s highlight

SNAKES & LIZARDS @ 6:00 PM LOOKS & ESSENCE @ 10:30 PM

06.00 State of the Nation – Angela Angwenyi and Herbert Mwachiro 10.00 The Morning Combination – Sanaipei Tande & Obinna Ike Igwee 1.00 The One (news bulletin) 2.00 Sportsline – Sean Cardovillis 4.00 Nation FM Drive – Jimmi Gathu 6.00 The Six (news bulletin) 6.15 Nation Drive (Cont) 8.00 Nation’s Late Night – Ciru Muriuki and Anto Neo Soul

PENDO 8:00PM

Madam Pearl house-help problem continues. She is so desperate that she tries to steal a neighbor’s maid but is caught by the sharp tounged neighbor who seems to know too much unsavory details about Madam Pearl. She uses the info to put her into her place. Finally on Sudi’s advice she goes begging Sita to come back. The latter initially refuses but on Sudi’s persuasion, she finally accepts.

QTV

5:15 Sifa 5:45

Worker’s Prayer 6:00 Chee Live 9:10 Yes I do 11:00 Sifa 11:30 Irrational Heart 12:30 Sifa

1:00 Toleo la Mchana 1:30 Mali 2:05 My Love My

Sorrow

4:05 Mahewa 5:05 Gozomo 5:30

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4:00 Tambira ya QFM na Selly Amutabi 6:00 Changamka na Rashid Abdalla na Mogaka 10.00 Ukweli Usemwe na Nyosh Gathu na Eunice Waithera 2.00 Muziki 4:00 Ishia Mtaa na Kajairo, Karis na Mafanatics 7:00 Rhumba Kitoko na Dokotolo Lawi 9:00 Kemea Usingizi na Alibaba 11:00 Jahmbee na Airee Vybes

6:30 Taarifa Za

Magharib 7:00 Warembo Salon 7:30 Mr Speaker Sir 8:00 Toleo La Jioni 9:00 Dunia ina

Mambo 9:10 WWE 10:00 Destiny River 11:00 Dira ya Dunia 11:30 Al Jazeera

TELEVISION CITIZEN TV

5:00 Pambazuka Music 6:00 Power Breakfast 9:00 Afrosinema 11:30 Amor Bravio 12:30 Naswa 1:00 Live at 1 1:45 Cheche 2:45 Afrosinema 4:00 Citizen Alasiri 4:10 Mseto East Africa 5:00 Pavitra Rishia 6:00 Carrossel 7:00 Citizen Nipashe 7:35 Santalal 8:05 La Malquerida 9:00 Citizen Business Centre 10.00 What Life Took From Me 11:00 Afrosinema Movie 01:00 Citizen Late Night

KTN TV

5:00 Command Your Morning 6:00 Morning Express 9:00 Legal Wife

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10:00 Dulala’s Promotion 11.00 Tendereza 12:00 Tomorrow Today 12:30 Mshamba 1:00 Newsdesk 1:30 Kick Off 2:00 Afri-Screen 4:00 Mbiu ya KTN 4:30 Avengers Assemble 5:00 Baseline 6:00 Tomorrow belongs to Me 7:00 KTN Leo 7:30 Real Househelps of Kawangware 8:00 My Dream Wedding 9:00 KTN Prime 10:05 Jeff Koinange Live 11:00 The Diary 12:00 Kick Off /CNN

K24 TV

6:00 Alfajiri 9:00 It Seems So Beautiful 10:00 Naijasinema 12:30 Al Jazeera 12:30 Almasi 1:00 K24 Newscut 1:30 Mke ni Nyumba 2:00 The Couples Show 3:00 Without You 4:00

Mchipuko wa Alasiri 4:10 Team Raha 5:00 Beat Box 6:30 Playlist 7:00 K24 Saa Moja 7:35 Sumu 8:05 The Couples Show 9:00 K 24 Evening Edition 10:00 Naija sinema 12:00 Aljazeera

EBRU AFRICA TV

7:00 Wimzies House 7:20 Tarchin and Friends 7:45 Backyard Science 8:00 Africa This Morning 9:45 Ayna 10:30 Y-Connect, Live 11:30 Sugar & Spice 12:40 Plug N Play 1:00 Table Talk/Media Watch 1:15 Africa This Morning 2:15 Mama Digital 3:30 Documantary 4:00 Africa In Brief 4:15 Boonie Bears 4:30 Caillou 4:40 Backyard Science 4:55 Y-

Connect 5:50 Sugar & Spice 7:00 Ebru Magharibi 7:30 Changamka New 8:00 Afro Beat 8:30 Niaje 9:00 Ebru News 10:00 News In Focus 11:00 Afro Beat 11:30 Ebru Magharibi

KBC TV

5.00 BBC News 5.30 Gear Up 6.00 Good Morning Kenya 9.00 Lay’d Back 9.30 Parliament 12.00 Top Mashariki 1.00 KBC Lunchtime News 1.30 Business Defined 2.00 Street Court 2.30 Parliament 5.30 Club 1 6.30 Abled Differently 7.00 Taarifa 7.30 Mtaani 8.00 First Lady 9.00 KBC Channel 1 News 10.00 Fat chance 11.00 CCTV News 12.00 Lay’d Back /BBC

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Title: The Runaway Author: Shel Arensen Publisher: WordAlive Publishers

THE RAILWAY MUSEUM CONTINUED FROM YESTERDAY

I stood stunned. My dad had told me the story of the man-eaters, but here we were looking at the actual car where a lion had pulled a man out and killed him.

“You can go inside and have a look around,” the guide said.

I eased my way inside and sat on the bunk where Mr. Ryall had been sleeping when the lion attacked.

Back outside the guide led us over to a big diesel train engine. “You can climb inside to see the view the engineer has,” he said.

Mato climbed in first. “It would be great to drive one of these things.

Look at all the little wheels and dials and things.”

As we climbed out to make room for others, I heard Rod talking to the guide. “How fast do these trains move?”

“Quite fast,” the guide said. “But when they’re climbing hills, they sometimes move slowly, especially if they have a long train behind them.”

Rod nodded and moved away.

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The Chalbi Desert is a small desert in northern Kenya near the border with Ethiopia. The desert is located east of Lake Turkana, the largest permanent desert lake in the world. Chalbi Desert is around 100,000 sq km in area. Long ago, this area was part of Lake Turkana. In the Gabbra language, ‘Chalbi’ means `bare and salty.’ This desert is the hottest and most arid region in Kenya. The discovery of fossilised fish vertebrae and snail shells in the desert confirms that there was once a large lake in the same area over 10,000 years ago.

BY BENARD ABUKI

ALL ABOUT FOOD

FATHERHOOD

Beef in wine, with country potato salad

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At last, I’m a mother!

Beatrice Wairimu and her conjoined twin were the first siamese twins to be separated in Kenya, back in 1977. Her twin died, but she survived. Finally, after years of uncertainty, she has a child

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Facebook? No thanks, I prefer real human interaction ILLUSTRATION | JOSEPH NGARI

BY STEVE OMONDI

soomondi@ke.nationmedia.com

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arl Marx, the real one, not that controversial former University of Nairobi students’ leader who passed away a few years ago, once said that religion is the opium of the masses.

I will paraphrase.

The so-called social media sites, ala Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and the motley of other online platforms, are the opium of the masses today. Just so we’re clear, I will state upfront that this piece is not supposed to endear me to the swelling numbers of social media followers.

The truth of the matter is, I have had enough of this whole social media fad. The world could still spin and go round without Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp - come to think of it, the world did spin and go round before the advent of social media. At the risk of being branded backward, I dare say that I have no love for Facebook. In fact, I think Facebook and WhatsApp, social media’s newest kid on the block, are overrated and overused.

As unlikely as it might sound, I get this feeling that at this very moment, a geek is locked up somewhere engrossed in the encoding process of a new software that will soon make the likes of Facebook and WhatsApp painfully ancient. Then, and thankfully so, all this talk of Facebook will cease to be. Call me old-fashioned if you want, but I prefer human contact in all my social interactions. I would rather chat over a cup of coffee with a friend, or share a firm handshake or hug, rather than engage in the superficial socialising that takes place on Facebook and other sites.

I find it ironical that we have an insatiable craving for virtual interaction with strangers, spending hours chatting with people we have never met, yet we have no time to spare for the living, breathing people around us. Look around you, and see the aloofness that surrounds you.

Don’t you see that social media’s biggest achievement has been turning us into a society of antisocial beings?

Living in cyberspace is just not my cup of tea. Okay, maybe Facebook is not such a bad idea, but what really raises my eyebrows is what the users have turned it into; a myriad of triviality – oh, the manner of absurdities that most users post and comment on! It is maddening.

So what if you had eggs and bacon for breakfast? Must you post a picture for people to see?

That’s without mentioning Facebook’s infamy as a spurring ring where users, at least this side of our world, trade vile comments that are nothing more than ethnic racial chauvinism.

I FIND IT IRONICAL THAT WE HAVE AN INSATIABLE CRAVING FOR VIRTUAL INTERACTION WITH STRANGERS, YET WE HAVE NO TIME TO SPARE FOR THE LIVING, BREATHING PEOPLE AROUND US.” STEVE

We are too lenient with our children

The main stream media is also now facing serious threat from what is being bandied around as ‘citizen journalism’. Hearsay, rumours and half-truths are the stock of trade for these interlopers masquerading as journalists.

As you would expect, much of what passes for ‘news’ on social media is often shallow on accuracy, balance and objectivity, the very essence of the profession. But the citizen journalists are not alone. Their close associates go by the name, bloggers. I prefer to call them ‘cloggers’, many clogging the minds of their hordes of followers with their sometimes myopic views.

I particularly find it amusing to watch my fellow Kenyans in public transport neck bent at an unhealthy angle, fingers crooked over a smartphone or tablet chatting away those long hours in Nairobi traffic with virtual friends and acquaintances in far flung places with unpronounceable names such as Timbuktu and Ouagadougou.

All my misgivings notwithstanding, I realise that it is not in my place to attempt to convert a movement that commands a greater global following than the Roman Catholic Church, but I just had to get it off my chest.

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relationship. You are a strong woman Asunta, you have overcome bigger challenges, so you will overcome this one too.

Alice Wanjiru

When children close school, many of them are determined to do all the things they are unable to while in the confines of a classroom.

Some of these activities include listening to music, watching television late into the night, hanging out with friends, and, yes, eating! Of course, parents bear the brunt of these excesses, since the cost of food, electricity, water, and clothes skyrockets during the holidays. However, as much as parents view this as inconvenient, they can use this time to get to know their children better, and teach them skills that will be helpful in future.

That is why it is important to encourage them to help out with the chores around the home. This is how independence starts.

Naneu C

Asunta must be the most courageous woman in the face of adversity I’ve ever come across. ddchande This is the first time I am reading about Asunta’s husband because she always talks about her children. That said, I feel that writing about her broken relationship in a national paper is too personal.

Wambui I enjoyed reading Karimi’s humorous article on what happens when parenting styles clash – it can be quite confusing to children. Her experience reminded me of a story about a mother who told her son to steal a pen every time his got stolen. The boy, heeding his mother’s advice, stole his way through school, only to graduate into a hardcore criminal when he became an adult. For Karimi’s case, instead of telling her daughter to hit back, it would have been more constructive to ask her to report the bully to the teacher.

Lydiah Nyambura

I refer to last week’s main feature. Parenting has definitely changed over the years. Growing up, my parents left me and my siblings to our own devices, since they were too busy working to do everything for us. As a result we learnt to fend for ourselves from an early age. By the time I was eight years old, I could cook, wash my clothes, and do the dishes. My 10year-old daughter needs help with most of these chores. I feel that we are to blame that our children are lazy and spoilt. A little work never hurt anyone, so let us pile them with work to do this holiday.

Brian Momanyi

I must commend Karimi for her refreshing articles.

Thanks for inspiring families and reminding us that marriage is worth investing in.

Linda Olaka

Hang in there, Asunta…

I felt the need to comment on Asunta’s disclosure last week that she and her husband have separated.

An ideal family is one composed of a father, mother and children, but if the marriage does not work, the best decision for the couple and children is to end the

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KARIMI GATIMI

Bridal showers will not teach you anything about sex

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The highlight is usually the main speaker, an older woman, preferably from the Coast, who demonstrates embarrassing ‘skills’ women need, to partake of the joys of the marital bed

hat is sex?” asked the workshop facilitator, catching us off guard, throwing us into a state of righteous embarrassment. She was met with an uncomfortable silence, before someone managed a giggle and a hand went up, rather limply.

“It is what happens when…when…you put a man and a woman together in a dark room.” There was a burst of laughter as we finally looked at the facilitator expectantly.

“Oh well, if you put it that way, but I was actually expecting someone to define sex as the state of being either male or female.”

It was an effective ice breaker for a topic that is considered taboo, even in marriage. In fact, it is only during bridal showers that sex is discussed, though I think bridal showers are overrated. Let me not even start on the stag nights. Bridal showers are immensely fun, if, and only if, they are a celebration of girlfriends, exchanging of gifts and wishing their soon-to-be-married

friend happiness in the next chapter of her life. However, if a couple has not gone through comprehensive premarital counselling, then there will be nothing at the bridal shower that will prepare them for the reality of marriage, leave alone the erotic side of it.

The highlight of the bridal showers held today is usually the main speaker, an older woman, preferably from the Coast, who comes in carrying a Swahili stool and an assortment of tools, which she promises will be a delight to you and your husband-to-be. She will then spend the rest of the evening demonstrating embarrassing ‘skills’ a woman needs, to partake of the joys of the marital bed.

By all means, learn all you can about enjoying sex within marriage. It is after all one of the main reasons you got married, whether you want to admit it or not. We all have an innate need for it, and ideally, with one loving partner. The reality though, is that to actually get to experience the complete joy of this very important aspect of marriage, other factors must be considered, which I cannot exhaust here.

My friend Betty was almost kicked out of a bridal shower during a demon-

stration with the famous stool because she pointed out that, there was no way the bride would use that stool if, for example, she did not feel an emotional bond with her husband. Basically, an unhappy wife and that stool simply would not gel. Now, I imagine, the groom was somewhere at a scandalous stag party gathering all sorts of warped information about sex.

I read a report saying that the highest rate of new HIV infections is happening within marriage. I do not have all the facts about this, but it tells me something. Since most sexually transmitted infections are through sex, then it would mean married couples are having sex with other people, other than their spouse. It will not matter how many positions and erotic moves we pick from bridal showers, if you do not learn how to communicate your needs to each other, chances are, a newly-wed

husband will come sauntering in, proclaiming that he knows what women like. Which women? Just because a past flame liked her toes nibbled does not mean your wife will fancy that. We are each as different as day and night.

Through upbringing, we have been made to view sex as bad, yet we were created sexual beings, and human life as we know can only survive through this one act.

Unfortunately, some couples view sex as something that is thrilling only if it is illicit. I think a lot of people need therapy and lots of prayers! A reader seeking advice told me that his marriage is akin to a convent, where abstinence is expected.

That is disastrous in marriage.

Karimi is a wife and mother who believes marriage is worth it.

Email: karimigatimi@yahoo.com Visit: marriagerocks1.wordpre

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Finally, I am a mother!

Beatrice never thought she would get a child, or even get married.

PHOTOS | JENNIFER MUIRURI

Beatrice Wairimu and her conjoined twin were the first siamese twins to be separated in Kenya. Her twin died, she survived. Finally, after years of uncertainty, she has a child mburusymonn@gmail.com Twitter: @SymonnMburu

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“Siamese Twins Separated” read the Daily Nation’s splash headline the following day. Wanjiru was overjoyed that her daughters had survived. Her joy though, was short-lived. A day later, Baby A developed breathing complications and died.

“I was heartbroken, and from then on, whenever I’d look at my remaining daughter, I would be afraid that she too would not make it. She looked too weak and helpless,” Wanjiru said at the time.

But Baby B, was determined to live. She surpassed expectations, began to breast feed and gradually gained weight. Eight months later, she was stable enough to leave hospital, and Kenyans finally knew her name - Beatrice Jane Wairimu Njuguna. Her mother was instructed to take her back for observation and reconstructive surgery, during which she had a couple of catheters inserted in her abdomen in place of intestines. The catheters were to be changed every few years, something that the family adhered to until 2002, when Beatrice stopped going to hospital, since they could no longer

MY BOYS MISS THEIR FATHER

Children suffer more after divorce AS I TOLD YOU LAST WEEK, Richard and I broke up in July last year. The final shove was littered with debris of broken trust, hearts and hopes, from of our incessant pushes.

This time round, we reached a point of no return. Our marriage was broken beyond fixing, and we had to go our separate ways. Or rather, Richard had to leave.

Many times, children are the biggest casualties when a marriage breaks up. Our children are no exception.

Not many couples in Splitville discuss what’s going to happen to their kids.

Through no fault of their own, they are wont to become, at worst, collateral damage.

BY SIMON MBURU

hen we visited 38 year old Beatrice Wairimu at her mother’s home in Njabi-ini, Nyandarua County, three years ago, she was dejected, sad and alone. Thirty five years old at the time, Beatrice had given up on life, and her mother, Mary Wanjiru, feared that she would commit suicide.

During our interview, Beatrice broke down in tears several times, wondering why life had been “unfair” to her.

Beatrice’s birth had made it to the front page of the Daily Nation. She was born conjoined to her sister from the chest to the abdomen, and from the look of things, chances of the twins surviving were slim.

“Relatives, nurses, strangers, and doctors thronged around my bed at the Thika District Hospital maternity ward to get a glimpse of my odd babies,” Wanjiru told us then.

The operation to try and save the siamese twins was done on December 18, 1977 at Kenyatta National Hospital. Seven hours later, it was announced that Baby A and Baby B, as the twins were called, had survived. This was the first operation of its kind in Kenya.

Her mother, Wanjiru, spends as much time as she can with her grandchild. afford it.

Meanwhile, Beatrice had grown up into an unhappy young woman.

“Growing up, I was teased mercilessly – I was told that I was ugly, and boys made fun of my flat chest…being a teenager, this hit me really hard,” she says.

“In upper primary, I remember a bully in my class telling me that nobody would marry me because I would never bear a child. In my next clinic appointment, I asked the doctor if this was true.

He paused briefly and said I would, but I didn’t believe him.”

Beatrice managed a poor 150 marks out of 700 in her Kenya Certificate of Primary School exams. That marked the end of her education.

MY DAUGHTER IS HEALTHY, THAT IS ALL I COULD EVER ASK FOR. THE REST, EDUCATION AND SUCCESS, WILL FALL INTO PLACE WHEN THE TIME COMES. Beatrice

As her peers went on to secondary school, she stayed at home and helped her mother with housework.

As years went by, she watched wistfully as all her age-mates got married and had children, one after the other, in a society where marriage and child-bearing are held in high regard.

“I wished to get married too, and often prayed that someday, I too would get married and have my own children…but no man had expressed interest in me.”

In October 2013, when a friend of her mother offered to employ her in Limuru as a house-help, she quickly agreed to the offer.

“It was not an ideal job, but I desperately wanted to move away from home, where I had lived all my life – perhaps my life would get better, I convinced myself.”

It did. In better ways than she could have hoped for. To begin with, she met 40-year-old Charles Munga, who would later ask her to get married to him.

“He was a shy man, working as a casual labourer for my employer. At first, I didn’t take him seriously. What man could be interested in someone like me anyway? But no matter how many times I brushed him off, he did not give up.”

The first quality that attracted Munga to Beatrice was her humility.

He had also overheard their employer remark that she had finally found a diligent worker.

“She was also beautiful, even though for some reason, she did not believe it when I told her that she was.”

Munga had vowed to never get married, but meeting Beatrice had changed his mind.

“My mother brought me up on her own when she my father separated – I therefore viewed marriage with suspicion, and feared what would happen to my children if their mother and I separated. A bachelor’s life seemed less complicated.”

Gradually, the two formed an easy friendship, but since it was more than friendship that Munga was after, he proposed to Beatrice a few months later.

Excited, she travelled back home and told her mother that there was a man who was seriously interested

A woman raising up fine men Richard and I have four boys together; Joshua, Issa and twins, Gabriel and Baraka. I did the job of raising my firstborn son, Peter, alone.

Honestly, there were times I wished there was a father figure in Peter’s life; someone to guide him through manly stages, (like during his circumcision) that a woman might not be able to do as innately. What’s a woman supposed to do when life deals her such cards? I had three options. One; to spend my life regretting, which would negatively affect my parenting skills. Two; to keep on wishing for a knight in shining armour; who was a longtime coming, or would never come. Three; to take the ball and run with it; and learn the rules of the game in the playing field.

I chose number three, or rather, it chose me. Peter turned out to be a fine young man. His brothers will also turn out just fine. I have faith.

in her. Her mother, though, asked her to be cautious and observe him keenly before committing to any kind of relationship with him.

Says Wanjiru, “I didn’t think he was serious until he sent a delegation to say that he had taken my daughter as his wife. I immediately travelled to my daughter’s new home to meet this man who had brought a sparkle in my daughter’s eyes.”

Although Beatrice had talked about her past with Munga, he fully grasped what she had been through when they moved in together.

“She was afraid of how I would react to her scars, but I assured her that they would not change my love for her.”

Dream come true

In July last year, Beatrice got pregnant. She and her husband were excited, because they had been trying for a child for seven months, in vain.

“I took a pregnancy test, and it turned positive! I did not believe it though, so I decided to go to hospital and have another test done. The test confirmed that I was indeed pregnant!”

The news spread very fast. While her relatives were happy that she was finally going to have the baby she had yearned for, their happiness was clouded by fear and the possibility of her not surviving the pregnancy.

“We feared that as the pregnancy progressed, it would interfere with the catheters, putting her life in danger,” says Wanjiru.

But Beatrice was unbothered.

“The possibilities did not bother me – I was determined to have my baby.” she says jovially.

The doctors at Tigoni District Hospital where she was attending her antenatal clinics, were familiar with her history, and had informed her that they would refer her to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised care as her due date approached.

“They had performed various scans, and had informed me that my baby was fine and positioned well, and that unless something happened, my pregnancy would be stress-free.”

What they couldn’t tell was the effect my stretching uterus would have on her abdomen. The only discomfort she experienced as the pregnancy progressed was pain around

her abdomen, presumably where the catheters were positioned.

On Thursday April 2, last year, around 11pm, Beatrice went into labour. Her husband called a few neighbours and they carried her to Tigoni Hospital. She had already broken her water by the time they got to the hospital, so there was no time to travel to KNH. At around 6am the following morning, Beatrice delivered a 3.4 kgs baby girl.

Well, on Thursday last week, we traced Beatrice at her new home in Kamandura village in Limuru. The forlorn woman who we saw three

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years ago had been replaced by an overjoyed wife and mother of one who could not stop smiling.

“It’s good to see you again…I am now a mother, can you believe it?” she said as she welcomed us into her home.

“Her name Rosemary Mwara, she was born on Good Friday,” she added, as she lovingly adjusted the shawls to protect her daughter from the biting Limuru winds that would periodically penetrate the spaces in the timber walls.

“I still can’t believe I have a baby!” she exclaims.

Her aunt, Grace Wanjiru, tells us that when Beatrice held her daughter for the first time, she stared at her in amazement and disbelief, tears flowing freely.

“She still stares at her - reality is yet to sink in.”

Even though they don’t have much, Beatrice and her husband are determined to give their daughter the best they can possibly afford.

Says Beatrice, “She is healthy – that is all I could ever ask for. The rest; education, success, and everything else will fall into place when the time comes.”

Emotional turmoil Maybe I won’t tell it like it is to the kids, but I don’t want to lie: Richard is the one who upped and left. Richard left me and the kids. Literally walked away. I can still remember that day.

I can still see him vividly as he pulls his briefcase, asks for his personal documents, and says, “Tosha!” Enough.

That’s what that Kiswahili word means.

He’d had enough. Don’t ask me enough of what. I can still hear the door slamming.

At one point, I too had felt tosha.

Enough was enough. However, nothing prepared me for the emotional turmoil that followed the slamming door. It was

strange a feeling. Somewhere between unreal and surreal. Only time will tell the kind of emotional turmoil that this breakup will have on our children. Like mother hen, I’m going to fight any hawk – emotional or physical – that’s out to swoop on them.

My breathing bouncing blessings In many marriages, there are for and against forces. It was not different for Richard and I. There were those who badly wanted us to part ways, for their own strange reasons. You don’t want to know about the challenges we had to battle to survive in our 10 years of matrimony. It’s good to have hope.

This breakup may be a semi-final or the grand finale. Either way, it is up to Richard and I to sit down and hammer out our responsibilities as far as raising up these boys is concerned. If destiny brings us back together, the better for us and our children. For healing to happen, we must each acknowledge our weaknesses and mistakes, and correct the same. I’m blessed. I have my boys. They continue to love me unconditionally.

Although it has unraveled, I don’t look at my marriage with regret: the breathing bouncing blessings are there for all to see. Like I said, regret is a negative mindset, and I’m not going to sign on that dotted line.

Fathers and sons While I was putting on a brave face, trying to act like a tough mama, this hit took a toll on me. It tagged at my heartstrings because of the boys; especially Joshua. He asked me loads of questions …

“Because now we don’t have a dad, what will happen to me?”

“Where do people get dads from?”

“Can you buy me another dad, or is it God who will give me another dad?”

I didn’t have ready answers. I was also undergoing my own surgery. Luckily, Issa, Baraka and Gabriel only noted their father’s absence for a while. They adjusted, I think so, (fingers crossed), and moved on to other things. Maybe they thought it was their dad’s usual come-and-go. I’m sure by now they can put two and two together. Their father’s absence is longer than any other.

And absence makes the heart to grow fonder.

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n, presumably where the ere positioned. sday April 2, last year, m, Beatrice went into husband called a few and they carried her to spital. She had already water by the time they hospital, so there was no vel to KNH. At around owing morning, Beatrice 3.4 kgs baby girl.

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Beatrice never thought she would get a child, or even get married.

PHOTOS | JENNIFER MUIRURI

MY BOYS MISS THEIR FATHER

Children suffer more after divorce AS I TOLD YOU LAST WEEK, Richard and I broke up in July last year. The final shove was littered with debris of broken trust, hearts and hopes, from of our incessant pushes.

This time round, we reached a point of no return. Our marriage was broken beyond fixing, and we had to go our separate ways. Or rather, Richard had to leave.

Many times, children are the biggest casualties when a marriage breaks up. Our children are no exception.

Not many couples in Splitville discuss what’s going to happen to their kids.

Through no fault of their own, they are wont to become, at worst, collateral damage.

A woman raising up fine men Richard and I have four boys together; Joshua, Issa and twins, Gabriel and Baraka. I did the job of raising my firstborn son, Peter, alone.

Honestly, there were times I wished there was a father figure in Peter’s life; someone to guide him through manly stages, (like during his circumcision) that a woman might not be able to do as innately. What’s a woman supposed to do when life deals her such cards? I had three options. One; to spend my life regretting, which would negatively affect my parenting skills. Two; to keep on wishing for a knight in shining armour; who was a longtime coming, or would never come. Three; to take the ball and run with it; and learn the rules of the game in the playing field.

I chose number three, or rather, it chose me. Peter turned out to be a fine young man. His brothers will also turn out just fine. I have faith.

years ago had been replaced by an overjoyed wife and mother of one who could not stop smiling.

“It’s good to see you again…I am now a mother, can you believe it?” she said as she welcomed us into her home.

“Her name Rosemary Mwara, she was born on Good Friday,” she added, as she lovingly adjusted the shawls to protect her daughter from the biting Limuru winds that would periodically penetrate the spaces in the timber walls.

“I still can’t believe I have a baby!” she exclaims.

Her aunt, Grace Wanjiru, tells us that when Beatrice held her daughter for the first time, she stared at her in amazement and disbelief, tears flowing freely.

“She still stares at her - reality is yet to sink in.”

Even though they don’t have much, Beatrice and her husband are determined to give their daughter the best they can possibly afford.

Says Beatrice, “She is healthy – that is all I could ever ask for. The rest; education, success, and everything else will fall into place when the time comes.”

Emotional turmoil Maybe I won’t tell it like it is to the kids, but I don’t want to lie: Richard is the one who upped and left. Richard left me and the kids. Literally walked away. I can still remember that day.

I can still see him vividly as he pulls his briefcase, asks for his personal documents, and says, “Tosha!” Enough.

That’s what that Kiswahili word means.

He’d had enough. Don’t ask me enough of what. I can still hear the door slamming.

At one point, I too had felt tosha.

Enough was enough. However, nothing prepared me for the emotional turmoil that followed the slamming door. It was

strange a feeling. Somewhere between unreal and surreal. Only time will tell the kind of emotional turmoil that this breakup will have on our children. Like mother hen, I’m going to fight any hawk – emotional or physical – that’s out to swoop on them.

My breathing bouncing blessings In many marriages, there are for and against forces. It was not different for Richard and I. There were those who badly wanted us to part ways, for their own strange reasons. You don’t want to know about the challenges we had to battle to survive in our 10 years of matrimony. It’s good to have hope.

This breakup may be a semi-final or the grand finale. Either way, it is up to Richard and I to sit down and hammer out our responsibilities as far as raising up these boys is concerned. If destiny brings us back together, the better for us and our children. For healing to happen, we must each acknowledge our weaknesses and mistakes, and correct the same. I’m blessed. I have my boys. They continue to love me unconditionally.

Although it has unraveled, I don’t look at my marriage with regret: the breathing bouncing blessings are there for all to see. Like I said, regret is a negative mindset, and I’m not going to sign on that dotted line.

Fathers and sons While I was putting on a brave face, trying to act like a tough mama, this hit took a toll on me. It tagged at my heartstrings because of the boys; especially Joshua. He asked me loads of questions …

“Because now we don’t have a dad, what will happen to me?”

“Where do people get dads from?”

“Can you buy me another dad, or is it God who will give me another dad?”

I didn’t have ready answers. I was also undergoing my own surgery. Luckily, Issa, Baraka and Gabriel only noted their father’s absence for a while. They adjusted, I think so, (fingers crossed), and moved on to other things. Maybe they thought it was their dad’s usual come-and-go. I’m sure by now they can put two and two together. Their father’s absence is longer than any other.

And absence makes the heart to grow fonder.

Living Positively

This is the diary of Asunta Wagura, a mother of five who tested positive 28 years ago. She is the executive director of the Kenya Network of Women with Aids (KENWA): asuntawagura@hotmail.com

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PUDD’NG HAS BEEN PRAYING FOR OUR REUNION

Tenderoni and I are back together!

BY JOSAYA WASONGA

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jwasonga@yahoo.com

ug. A small word with substantial meaning. “To embrace.”

“To think, consider.” “To foster, cherish.” “To enclose with a hedge.”

“Guys, group hug.” That’s what Pudd’ng would say every time Tenderoni was about to leave. It didn’t matter whether a deadline was careening on my bumper like an uncontrollable Kayole matatu.

Once I heard that “prayer call”, slam! I stepped on my emergency brakes.

Abnormal sleeping patterns During the early days, or should I say nights, of our separation, every time Tenderoni dropped by the house, Pudd’ng would implore her, loud enough for me to hear, “I want you to be sleeping here”.

I could always tell from her tone that she was missing mama’s touch.

Pudd’ng knew what, to her, was a normal family: dad, mom and kids living under one roof. Sometimes Tenderoni would leave after Pudd’ng had hit the sack. When baby girl woke up in the morning, first thing she would ask is, “Did mama sleep here?”

To her, Tenderoni sleeping where she is supposed to would mean a return to normalcy.

Mama’s place

When a separation happens, it’s easy, to win a child’s support, to play victim, and cast one’s partner as the villain. I’ve been treading on this ground cautiously. Pudd’ng’s always been overprotective of me. We noticed it years ago. If

Tenderoni and I were playing, and Pudd’ng overheard me making what to her were painful sounds; she would come running and pull Tenderoni away, screaming, “Leave my daddy alone”.

“It was dad who was hitting me,” Tenderoni would say, pretending to weep.

“No, it was you, mom,” Pudd’ng would insist.

So? I’ve always known that one wrong word, intentionally or not, would make Pudd’ng jump to conclusions. If that happened, I’d spend a long while trying to correct that wrong impression.

Once, after the group hug, Pudd’ng made this innocent

HEALING OF A BROKEN RELATIONSHIP STARTS WHEN ONE PERSON TAKES THE INITIATIVE. ONE PERSON, WHETHER THAT PERSON IS IN THE RIGHT OR WRONG. Josaya

statement, “Mom, now you’re returning to your place”.

That statement hung in the air like a stink bomb in an elevator. I took it upon myself to be my wife’s protector. Telling Tenderoni to wait a minute, I made the clarification, “Baby, this is mama’s place. This is her house. Where she’s going is your grandma’s”.

my demons.

Many Sundays in church when we were told to pray, my eyes would drift to Pudd’ng, and I’d see my little girl, arms raised, lips moving in prayer. The Bible says that, “Whenever two or three are gathered in My name, I’m there”. It doesn’t give age restrictions; only a quorum.

Which means what? This. As long as dad and daughter were doing their bit, enclosing their family with a hedge, heaven was taking care of the restoration business.

STOP PRESS.

Tenderoni’s back home. Over the past couple of months, we’ve been talking. Thrashing out issues. Talk is not cheap. We know what needs to be done. We know that marriage is an endless work in progress.

Besides, we’ve resolved to see a marriage counsellor. A seasoned pro in this league. Not just a wellmeaning person, but someone who gets it, and will get us past these choppy waters. The date Tenderoni returned home will forever be etched in our minds: exactly on our tenth anniversary. We’ve got one more separation to go. The day we’ll split again is an open secret: exactly one-tenth of a second after one of us goes home to be with the Lord.

Food for thought

Healing of a broken relationship starts when one person takes the initiative. One person, whether they are the one in the right or wrong, taking one for the team.

About a month after Tenderoni and I split, and we had not spoken since, I felt it in my spirit to make the move. I struggled with this voice. “Lord, surely, you can’t tell me to do this. I was the one who was wronged.”

After struggling, I finally swallowed my pride, and went to where Tenderoni runs her business, and asked her to follow me home. When I handed her packed lunch, her eyes were wide open. “I didn’t believe it,” she later told me.

That makes the two of us. I also didn’t believe I did that.

Baby’s prayers “I don’t like it that mama doesn’t go to church,” Pudd’ng would gripe each time we were heading home, or I was dropping her at her grandma’s after church.

“She’s going to be alright,” I would reply, realising that it was not in my place to demonise Tenderoni.

Why? Because I’m also dealing with

HEALTH» DR REBECCA MUTHONI

Home therapy for nappy rash It is common in babies. Most cases are mild, and therefore not worth worrying about.

You will know that your baby has it if you spot a rash and inflammation (redness and soreness) around the diaper area. Doctor Anne Irungu, a paediatrician, explains that nappy rash is caused when a soiled diaper or nappy is not changed quickly enough. The continuous rubbing and wetness on the skin is what irritates the baby’s skin. The rash could be worse if the baby is having diarrhoea. In addition, infection by a skin fungi, or candida, is common in newborns, since they thrive in the warm moist area around the diaper – this might

cause a more sore rash.

How will I know it is nappy rash?

The baby’s bottom or the skin around the diaper area will have red patches and appear raw. If really bad, blisters or pimples will be present. The affected region is tender and itchy, especially when wiped. In such as case, the baby will be very uncomfortable and irritable.

To avoid nappy rash, change your baby’s nappy or diaper frequently, especially as soon as he poops. If he does get nappy rash however, Ensure that you change the nappy immediately it gets soiled or soaked.

Allow your baby a diaper-free moment. As frequently as possible, untie the nappy or diaper and allow your child to breath. This will keep his skin dry, and the more the fresh air he gets, the happier he will be.

The older ones can run around free, while the younger one will be as happy lying down for a few minutes on a towel.

After changing a soiled napkin, clean the nappy area properly using warm water and a soft wash cloth or cotton wool. Use a towel to pat the area dry. Avoid rubbing the area while cleaning, since this can irritate the skin more. Also, allow the skin to dry completely before tying a new diaper or nappy until

the area is completely dry. Baby wipes are also effective at cleaning the diaper area, since they contain alcohol, a disinfectant. However, it is advisable to avoid them if the baby already has nappy rash, because the alcohol can irritate the inflamed area.

Apply a barrier cream to the diaper area, such as petroleum jelly or zinc cream. This helps to protect the skin from wetness, and soothes the skin as well.

Avoid nylon pants that are too tight, since these can retain wetness, which can cause a nappy rash or make an already existing rash to become worse.

Despite what you are told, do

not apply talcum powder because the baby’s skin needs to be moisturised, not dried. Additionally, it can irritate the skin.

Note that skin infection or certain skin conditions like eczema can develop on any part of the body, including your child’s bottom.

However, unlike nappy rash, the inflammation caused by conditions like eczema need specialised treatment.

If your baby’s rash does not improve within a few days, take him to a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Do you have a question about your health? Please send it to living@askadoc.co.ke

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relationships

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SHADRACK N. KIRUNGA

Learn these ABC’s of conflict resolution

A

In any fight, consider your attitude, behaviour and context within which the situation is playing out

s simple as ABC. This is a phrase we commonly use when we think something is a no brainer. Today’s piece is about understanding and resolving conflict using the ABC model. For the record, it is not as simple as ABC. Consider this scenario. Marylyn and Alex meet and go on to date for two years, and then decide to get married. They have had a fairly smooth relationship in spite of their differences. Until they began preparing for their wedding, nothing would have suggested that within a short time, their relationship would crumble like a house of cards. Here is what happened.

As the wedding planning took off in earnest, Marylyn realised that joint decisions were taking too, and decided to act make some major decisions alone.

Alex was concerned, but she told him that she had planned other weddings and knew what was best. Write a big ‘A’ somewhere.

Feeling frustrated, Alex confronted Marylyn. He told her that she had always been uncooperative, proud and arrogant, and that she was the source of all the problems in their relationship. This caught her totally by surprise, but was even more surprised when Alex called off the wedding. Their friends offered to mediate, but Alex would take none of it, and neither would he accept to

A-Attitude Marylyn approached the planning of the wedding with the wrong attitude; that she could do it alone; after all, what they needed was a good wedding, which she knew she could pull off. Further, she was casual in her responses to Alex’s concerns, also an extension of a bad attitude that created a barrier between them.

Alex’s response also had a whiff of bad attitude; “Who do you think you are miss; sasa panga hiyo harusi tuone.” Plan a nonexistent wedding.

discuss the issue with Marilyn. In deep pain and frustration, Marylyn broke their engagement. Write a big ‘B’ next to the ‘A’.

Somehow, friends managed to drag the two to a counselor, hoping that they would get the help they needed. As the counseling process progressed, it became clear that the excitement, anxiety and pressure of planning the wedding was most responsible for what happened.

That is the ‘C’. Now let us define each letter.

B-Behaviour The B of conflict resolution is behaviour, the actions we take either as initiators or in response to the actions of others. Marylyn’s initial action of making decisions alone sent an unintended message: that she looked down on Alex’s opinion because she was better than him. This triggered a response from Alex which in turn triggered her own final response. The lesson here is that in any conflict, the choice of action or response to an action can mean the difference between losing a relationship and keeping it.

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C-Context The final concept in this triangle of understanding conflict is context, the platform on which attitudes and behaviours are played out. This is probably the one reason seemingly minor altercations end up becoming deal breakers. In this case, they both failed to appreciate the fact that planning a wedding is not easy, and can totally consume you. It also involves other people: family and friends, all who want to have an input, and for this reason, it can be considerably stressful. They both responded to the pressure they were experiencing, Marylyn by making lone decisions, Alex by his verbal attack and rash decision to call off the wedding. It is therefore important that any issues we face are understood and dealt with in their proper context.

Attitude, behaviour, and context form a triangle, with attitude on the left hand corner, behaviour at the apex, and context at the right hand corner. In any conflict, each of these play a role, and for the conflict to be resolved, the role of each must be clearly understood.

Next time you disagree, check your attitude, watch your behaviour and try to understand the context of that situation before you react.

Do you have a relationship question?

Email the writer on skirunga@yahoo.com

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all about food

GUAVA

EVERY KITCHEN SHOULD HAVE BLACK PEPPER >> LILIAN BWIRE

It is a natural laxative since it is high in fibre.

It does wonders for a sluggish digestive system

NUTRITION » SONA PARMAR MUKHERJEE

Bananas can make your cough worse LAST WEEK, as I popped my head out of my room to call in my next patient, a heard a small girl cough, a pretty terrible cough. Half an hour later, she and her mother were still waiting to see one of the paediatricians, and since I was on my lunch break, I decided to go over and talk to them.

Beef in wine with country potato salad

W

e all have moments when food is no longer exciting. Take beef for example. You could boil, fry, roast or stew it – all boring, because you have cooked it this way a thousand times. I found a more exiting way to cook it - in wine!

Potatoes too, don’t have to be mashed, fried or stewed. You can whip the meanest potato salad with very young potatoes, which most of us avoid. Here goes:

Beef in red wine

Ingredients

1 kg beef steak (cubed) 3-4 tbsp plain wheat flour Salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tbsp cooking oil 2 large onions peeled and chopped I garlic clove, peeled and chopped 6 rashers of smoked streaky bacon (chopped) 750 ml bottle of fruity red wine 700ml beef stock 2 large carrots peeled and cut into large chucks 3 medium potatoes peeled and cut into large chunks 2 bay leaves Few springs of thyme Preparation Toss the beef pieces with flour, seasoned with a pinch each of salt and pepper Heat a thin layer of oil in a large, heavybased pan.

Brown the beef in the hot oil (each side should take at least 2 minutes to brown properly Repeat in batches until all beef is

browned. Add a little more oil before frying another batch Set aside the browned beef Add a little more oil in the pan and fry the onions, garlic and bacon Stir over high heat for 6-8 minutes until golden Add any remaining seasoned flour and stir for 2 minutes Pour in the wine, add the carrots, potatoes and herbs Now add the browned beef and flavour with a generous pinch of salt and pepper If the wine does not cover the beef and vegetables, top up with a little boiling water Simmer until cooked If you find the sauce too thin, mix some corn flour with a little water, stir and add to the sauce Taste and adjust the seasoning Country Potato Salad

KITCHEN TIP How to get perfect hard-boiled eggs

Place eggs in a single layer in a sufuria; cover with water.

Simmer over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.

Remove from heat, pour out hot water and cover the eggs with cold water.

Let stand until cool enough to peel. To easily peel hard boiled eggs, crack the shell, and then roll the egg between your palms to loosen shell. Start peeling at the broad end.

Rinse under cold water or dip in water to remove remaining bits of shell.

Ingredients

1 kilo small potatoes: small thinskinned early potatoes highly preferred 1 cup chopped celery About 60 grams smoked ham, sliced into strips 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (can use scallions if chives are not available) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (could use dill in place of mint) 3/4 cup nonfat buttermilk 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper, to taste 2 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and coarsely chopped

Preparation

Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with water and simmer over medium-high heat Reduce heat to medium and cook, partially covered, until just tender (should take 12 to 20 minutes, depending on their size) Drain and cool for about 15 minutes When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, taste a bit of potato skin- if it’s bitter or tough, peel the potatoes, otherwise, leave the skins on Cut the potatoes into bite-size pieces and put them in a large salad bowl Add celery, ham, parsley, chives (or scallions) and mint (or dill) to the potatoes. Toss to mix Add buttermilk, lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper and stir Gently stir in chopped eggs.

This salad is ready to serve, but to heighten the flavour, cover and refrigerate for a day

Before I talk about Melissa, the two year old with the nasty cough, I should explain that a cough isn’t actually an illness. Coughs are often due to an infection, such as a cold or a flu, or a symptom of a more serious condition like bronchitis or asthma. This is why you should see a doctor if it lasts more than a couple of weeks.

There are two types of coughs: dry and wet.

The good thing about the wet kind, is that the mucus coughed up brings with it some of the nasty germs lurking inside you. The colour of the mucus also tells you something: yellow or green means you have a bacterial infection.

Melissa had a dry and chesty cough, so I thought I’d offer some simple dietary suggestions that could help. My first recommendation was to cut out dairy produce. Her mother, Pauline, told me that Melissa did not drink milk since it triggered eczema. Instead, she gave him formula milk made from soya.

While soya does indeed have many health benefits, it is only beneficial if prepared in a certain way (tofu). Other types of soya aren’t as good, especially not for children.

Pauline was worried about Melissa’s bones, so I suggested other bone-building foods, namely green leafy vegetables, unsalted nuts, ground seeds (sesame in particular), turnips and fish, especially the small ones with bones for when Melissa is older.

As we talked some more, she told me that Melissa loved bananas. Unfortunately, bananas can make you quite congested. It is therefore advisable to stop eating them if you have a cough. Eggs do much the same thing, so I asked Pauline to cut these out too, though her biggest problem was how she would convince her daughter to stop eating bananas, at least until the cough went away.

The last thing that came up was tea. Although Melissa drank it daily, she should not have been.

There is so much to be said about children drinking tea, I will write an article about it, so keep reading.

I also asked Pauline to give Melissa plenty of water, to keep her throat well lubricated and help to thin the mucus, to make it come out much easier.

Another good trick to help quiet the coughing is to rub some camphor ointment, menthol salve, or pure peppermint oil on your child’s chest every three to four hours.

The writer is a clinical nutritionist certified by the Nutritional Therapy Council in the UK. Send questions about family nutrition to her on living@nutritionbyson a.com

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