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Fresh hope in new spy boss

i’m free: Esther Arunga was today freed on bond by an Australian court after revelations that her husband killed their son to save him from demons. Pg 2.

Major-General Philip Kameru on Thursday took oath of office as the country’s new spy chief to mark a fresh wind of hope that the rising threats of terror will be countered by “brilliant” intelligence gathering.

After sitting at the helm of intelligence gathering for Kenyan troops fighting in Somalia, Kameru is said to have provided accurate information that have enabled the Kenya Defence Forces storm and capture bases from al Shabaab militants.

A string of gun and grenade attacks by the al Qaedaaffiliated terror group have marred Kenyan troops’ operations in Somalia. Most of these raids have been blamed on poor intelligence gathering.

But since President Kenyatta named Kameru to succeed General Michael Gichangi, who quit two weeks ago as the Director General of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), Government critics and supporters have hailed the move. During his vetting by the National Assembly, MPs from rival sides of the political divide agreed that the 56 year-old is equal to task and wished him well.

And barely hours after MPs approved his nomination, the first time Parliament approved such an appointment, the former military intelligence boss took oath of office in a ceremony witnessed by President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.

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Hope as new spy boss takes over FRIday, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

From Page 1 President Kenyatta said he picked Kameru for his success in intelligence-gathering in Somalia, and said he hopes he will improve the country’s intelligence gathering capacity.

But Kameru will have to grapple with an expanded role even as he plots to deal with discontent within and outside the organisation.

His swearing in came just a week to the first anniversary of the Westgate Mall attack in which al Shabaab gunmen killed 67 people.

NIS was blamed by the public for failure to prevent a four-day siege and other small-scale attacks.

Analysts blamed the intelligence agencies, which receive support and training from US, Britain and Israel, among others, for lacking proper coordination.

Corruption means al-Shabaab militants can easily buy travel papers or bribe their way across the border, they say.

The President on Thursday said the new security chief will work effectively with other Government officials.

Security analyst Simiyu Werunga who worked under Kameru hailed his appointment, saying he will meet the requirements of the job.

Born in 1958, Kameru joined the military as a cadet in 1978 and rose through the ranks to become the Director of Military Intelligence in July 2011.

He holds a Master of Science in Security Management from UK and another Master of Science degree in National Resources Strategy from US.

Australian court sets Arunga free on bond Esther Arunga was today freed on bond by an Australian court after revelations that her husband killed their son to save him from demons.

Prosecutor Sergeant Scott Pearson told the court Quincy Timberlake punched Sinclair, their three-year-old son, in the stomach.

Among other terms of the bond, Arunga has been banned from moving out of the country and must not contact the husband.

The former TV presenter told prosecution that she heard her husband shouting: “Come out, come out you blood suckers. Tell Bill Gates no more scientific tests on our own as he did with the Guatemalans.”

The court heard that Sinclair tried to hide behind Arunga but Timberlake pursued him and

threw him against the wall.

She picked him, but their first born was dead.

The couple has earlier told investigators Sinclair was playing with his two-year-old sibling, when he tumbled down the stairs. They only gave him painkillers before letting him rest in bed.

Their son was pronounced dead by paramedics who were unable to resuscitate him on June 18.

Timberlake was arrested Tuesday morning by Australian police and charged with murder before a Brisbane Magistrates Court after an autopsy on the late son showed what was described as “significant” internal injuries.

He was remanded till December 4, when the case will be heard.

Mention for Arunga’s case was set for October 20.

we were once happy: Esther Arunga, her detained husband Quincy Timberlake and their deceased son Sinclair in a family photo before they relocated to Australia. A prosecutor has accused Timberlake of punching Sinclair before his death.

600 Chinese ‘expats’ in Kenya for rail project A total of 600 Chinese expatriates are already in the country for the construction of the Standard Gauge Railway.

The announcement came even as the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), the main contractor for the project, said the total number of foreigners will be halved to less than 2, 500 and not

the 5,000 as had been reported earlier.

CRBC Manager of Liaison and Cooperation Julius Li in a statement to newsrooms this week said it will require less than 2,500 expatriates to build the 609km line from Mombasa to Nairobi. The project, which is set for completion in 2017, will cost Sh447 billion.

“There will be about 2,000 to 2,500 Chinese technical and managerial personnel during the construction of the SGR project. This translates to less than 10 per cent of Chinese employees compared to 90 per cent of Kenyan workers that will be contracted,” he said.

Kenyans reacted angrily last month to Kenya Railway Corporation

(KRC) Managing Director Atanas Maina’s announcement that the project will see 5,000 Chinese hired as questions were asked on the need for such a high number of expatriates.

It is estimated that up to 30, 000 Kenyans could be hired once the project starts in October.

The Chinese government

has offered Sh141 billion as commercial loan and another Sh144 billion in concessional facility for the Mombasa to Nairobi section of SGR. This will cover 85 per cent of the section’s estimated Sh327 cost. The Kenya government will cater for the remaining 15 per cent.

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NTSA in road safety drive for children

Young urban Kenyans more informed than State

A road safety campaign targeting school children has been launched by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) in conjunction with other stakeholders The campaign aims at reducing pedestrian fatalities, considering that 80 per cent of them are school children.

The road safety campaign launched in Nairobi aims at sensitizing children on road safety rules, and will be rolled out to other parts of the country.

Young Kenyans, especially those working in the private sector, are more up-to-date with new information than the government, an information-gathering system known as Twitter mapping has shown.

Seeking to better understand social, economic and state activity in Nairobi, researchers at French Institution, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and economist, Jonathan Ledgard, have found that members of the police, army and the air force barely use Twitter.

The social media platform has become one of the fastest ways to send information, no matter how vital or trivial. By tweeting current affairs and new developments as they happen, young Kenyans are steps ahead of many local authorities.

Virtually no tweets are posted from on Langata Barracks, the researchers have said.

But on Langata Road itself, Twitter traffic is heavy, as it is within a housing estate opposite the barracks’ entrance.

NHIF rates row settled as Atwoli gives greenlight

The stage has been set for the national health insurer to increase workers contributions to the kitty after an agreement was struck by the stakeholders.

Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli gave the green light yesterday allowing the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to increase workers monthly health contributions. Cotu had initiatlly opposed the move when it was first mooted in 2011 and they workers union moved to court to bar the implementation of the plan. However, Mr Atwoli yesterday backed the move saying the workers have now been properly consulted and that they have realized the benefits abound in the new rates. “Cotu is in support of the scheme in view of the enhanced benefits under the increased contribution rates and the on-going reforms,” Mr Atwoli said during a joint press conference with top

Support girl guides, First Lady says First Lady Margaret Kenyatta has called for increased support for the Kenya Girl Guide Association (KGGA) to enable it achieve its targets. She has asked well-wishers to contribute to the association’s projects.

“I trust that you will be able to join with the KGGA in supporting these projects, and that, together, we will empower and encourage our young women,” the First Lady said.

US judge tells HIV+ man to seek treatment

managers of the fund after a consultative meeting in Mombasa. The new rates to be effected soon after Cotu withdraws its case pending in court will see contributions rise from between Sh30 to Sh320 in the current rates to

between Sh150 to Sh1, 700 in the revised rates.

With the new rate, workers will be entitled to both in-patient and out-patient medical cover. Currently, the workers enjoy just the inpatient cover.

Support: Cotu secretary general Francis Atwoli has withrawn his opposition to the new NHIF rates.

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A judge in the US has ordered an HIV-positive man to stop spreading the disease and to seek treatment after he infected eight people in four years.

The man, known only as “AO” in court documents, is required to show up for counselling and to protect future sexual partners.

Officials maintain they are not trying to criminalise sexual activity but to protect public health.

The man could face fines or jail time if he does not comply.

USIU, Glaxo Smith-Kline sign deal for pharmacy students internships Pharmacy students at the United States International University Africa will have the opportunity to undertake their internship with Glaxo Smith-Kline (GSK).

This follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the university and the global

firm. Both USIU-Africa vicechancellor Prof Freida Brown and John Musanga, GSK managing director signed the deal. In a statement, Mr Musanga said that under the agreement, pharmacy programme students at USIU would benefit from the professional practical sessions

at the company. Students will study manufacturing processes involved in developing GSK products in a framework assessed by staffers and programme faculty.

“I believe that the university’s collaboration with the multinational will enable students to interact with

the company’s experienced researchers,” Prof Brown said.

The five-year Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy programme at USIU-Africa, is expected to begin in January 2015, with an initial intake of 60 students. It is awaiting the final review by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

A new school of science and technology building is being constructed by the university at a cost of over Sh500 million.

The students will benefit from the nine state-of-the-art laboratories at the school.

Prof Brown also commended GSK for developing a trial vaccine for Ebola saying the

fragile national health systems across the continent call for more medical research and clinical trials.

USIU also signed another MoU last week with the Machakos County to allow students to do their practicals at Machakos County Level 5 Hospital.

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Pistorius faces 15 years in jail for accidental killing Oscar Pistorius has been found guilty of culpable homicide, the South African term for unintentionally but unlawfully killing a person.

The verdict comes a day after Judge Thokozile Masipa cleared Pistorius of murder in the killing of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

The blade runner can however end up behind bars for a maximum of 15 years which is the maximum sentence for

culpable homicide Sentencing could be weeks away and will come after more legal argument.

The verdict also dealt with three other charges, all weapons-related.

He was found not guilty of two; a car sunroof shooting incident and illegal possession of ammunition at his house. But the judge found Pistorius guilty of the third: a charge involving a shooting

at a restaurant. In a shooting from a car’s sunroof, the judge said the state failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. She said she didn’t find the state’s witnesses persuasive, saying the pair’s version of events differed too much.

In another shooting at a restaurant, she said the state had proven its case. Pistorius, she said, was trained in the use of guns and should not have asked for the gun at the

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In the third, Pistorius was found not guilty of an ammunition charge. Masipa said the state failed to introduce evidence that proved he intended to possess the ammunition Masipa, who has presided impassively for months over the high-profile trial, finally let the world know what she has been thinking on the first day of reading her verdict

Thursday.

But there is a general feeling the judge has been lenient on the athlete who is largely seen as part of the whites and elite South Africans.

Reeva’s friends particularly felt that “she didn’t get what she deserved’. Her close friend identified as Gina broke down in tears. Pistorius, meanwhile, leaned forward and rubbed his eyes as he drank from a water bottle.

Ebola survivor to return to Sierra Leon An Ebola survivor is to return to Sierra Leon, the country where he was infected, to help fight the disease.

William Pooley, the first Briton to be infected in the current outbreak, was treated in London after being flown out of Sierra Leone.

He has made a full recovery and said he is to travel back within “a few weeks”.

The 29-year-old said he was “impatient” to return and that it was likely he was now immune to the deadly illness.

Mr Pooley had been working as a volunteer nurse in Sierra Leone, which is one of the worst affected countries.

inothernews Escaped teen murder convict recaptured

Early today a US teenager, who shot three students in the back was rearrested after escaping from police custody on Thursday.

Ohio police reported the teenager identifies as TJ Lane, 19, was recaptured while running to escape his three life sentences he got after the pleaded guilty for the murders in Chardon High School in February 2012.

He escaped together with other two inmates and the police say they have also rearrested the second while they are search for the third inmate, who is still on the run The police said in a statement: “We got him... one more to go.”

Authorities did not given details on how the three escaped but it was reported the trio scaled up the restriction facility walls.

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Uhuru appeals to governors on referendum: President Uhuru Kenyatta appears to have abandoned his combative approach in disuading the governors from the referendum push and has instead pleaded with them to abandon their bid. In an informal meeting at State House on Wednesday, Uhuru promised the governors he will ensure that the issues they have raised are addressed without necessarily taking a country through a costly referendum exercise...

Backing for counties up, referendum down: Coast and Nyanza regions have the highest number of people who support the campaign to change the Constitution, a new opinion poll by Ipsos Synovate has shown.

Fifty five per cent of the respondents from the Coast and 57 per cent of those from Nyanza said they supported calls by leaders for a constitutional referendum on issues such as devolution. Central Kenya has the lowest number of suppoters...

Teacher unions want pay doubled and even more: The over 270,000-member Kenya National Union of Teachers ( Knut) insistence on fresh 300 per cent basic salary increase and drastic review of house allowance Thursday took the education sector closer to grinding to a halt once again. The situation was complicate and made near certain when Knut insisted it expected a counter offer from Teachers Service Commission...

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Githurai officer won’t be freed, insists police body The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has told Githurai protesters to remain calm as they await for the judicial process to take its course.

IPOA said on Thursday it has evidence in the case in which police officer Titus Musila has been charged with murder.

Githurai residents protested for two consecutive days earlier in the week over the arrest of an officer who is accused of shooting dead a witness.

But speaking during the launch of the authority’s four-year strategic plan at KICC, Nairobi, on Thursday, IPOA chairman Macharia Njeru said they had done research on available evidence before taking action.

“IPOA will not just collect evidence or act on rumours and take action. It is a process because we are also accountable to other institutions. Whoever is charged, he has a day in court because we are not the one to

determine the guilt of someone or otherwise,” he said.

Inspector General of Police told the protesters to follow the law and refrain from violating other people’s rights.

The protesters had blocked the Thika Superhighway, forcing motorists to seek alternative routes to their destinations.

Kimaiyo said if the residents have genuine concerns, they should follow the legal procedures without affecting other innocent Kenyans.

The officer, Titus Musila, was charged with murder on recommendations of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority over the death of a suspect last year.

He is accused of killing Kenneth Kimani Mwangi in Githurai, Nairobi on April 14, 2013.

IPOA opened inquiries after a key witness in the trial, Oscar Muchoki Mwangi, was also shot dead on August 24 this year.

Sleeping pills increase risks of catching Alzheimer’s disease by 50 pc

Common sleeping tablets and anxiety drugs taken by millions of patients across the world pose a 50 per cent increase in risk of Alzheimer’s disease infection, researchers have revealed.

If one takes drugs known as benzodiazepines, which include diazepam and lorazepam, for three months or more, they risk being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease after five years. At least six million

to my attention that KPC has commenced implementation of the SAP system contrary to an earlier agreement at CEOs meeting held at Serena Hotel on August 26, 2014 that the implementation of this system be suspended pending resolution of outstanding issues by a committee constituted in the meeting,” said Njoroge.

He asked the company to suspend the implementation.

The letter read in part: “The purpose of this letter is to ask you to defer implementation of the SAP, CFA and TSA.”

The Ministry of Agriculture has blamed punitive production costs for the high cost of sugar.

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Felix Koskei told the Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture his ministry is implementing measures to cut the costs to counter cheap imports.

Koskei said the high cost has also caused delays in payment to cane farmers.

The committee said Kenya’s companies would be disadvantaged when the single customs territory unit comes into force next week. As local companies are not competitive enough to match their East African rivals, they risk closure if the act comes into force.

He said the Ad Valorem levy on tea is not to blame for the low prices of the produce and attributed the fall to global production.

agitated: Githurai residents protest the arrest and charging of police officer Titus Musila. the police oversight authority has told the protesters to allow the law to take its course.

prescriptions were issued for the drugs in England last year and studies show the findings are important because of the large number of older people taking the medicines.

Researchers described the findings as of “major importance for public health”.

They warned that although it cannot be definitively proven that the drugs cause Alzheimer’s, there are strong ‘suspicions of possible direct

causation’. The drugs should not be taken for more than three months in light of the findings, the researchers said.

But other experts said the results may show that people who are already in early stages of Alzheimer’s are often treated for sleep problems and anxiety.

In a research paper published in the British Medical Journal, scientists from the universities of Bordeaux and Montreal said their findings were especially

Relief for consumers as Govt calls off oil systems upgrade Kenyans can breathe a sigh of relief after the Government ordered the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) to stop a systems upgrade that had sparked panic among oil marketers and the public over a looming shortage of petroleum products.

The distribution companies had by Thursday morning reported depletion of the products due to the upgrade.

In a memo to KPC Director Charles Tanui, Energy and Petroleum Principal Secretary Joseph Njoroge said the upgrade goes against earlier suspension agreements. “It has come

Govt links production to high sugar prices

Oil suppliers have claimed Super petrol has been the worst affected by the move because of its use in majority of light locomotives.

KPC had started the launch of the new software upgrade geared towards improving monitoring of available stocks and those already being distributed.

The PS asked KPC to ensure a smooth transition from the old to new system to avoid causing a fuel crisis.

He said the effects of the move are being felt in some outlets. “Implementation of the system has slowed and jeopardised access to stocks by marketing companies.

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Jamii Bora Bank unveils Sh2million home loans scheme Shelter Afrique, a pan-African finance institution that supports the development of housing and real estate sector in Africa, has loaned Sh100 million to Jamii Bora Bank Limited for low cost housing loans.

The loan agreement will assist the bank lend customers planning to buy low-cost residential houses, build new structures and improve homes.

JBBL Chief Executive Officer Sam Kimani said the loan scheme targets self-employed, salaried individuals and community groups whose monthly net income is Sh100,000 or below.

“Mortgage application shall be subject to the bank’s lending policies and

procedures and would be fully secured in line with the terms and conditions set out under the agreement,” he said.

The deal comes as Kenyans become more reluctant to take home loans.

Only 20,000 of about 16 million Kenyans with income have applied for mortgages.

The agreement will ensure Jamii Bora provides mortgage fund applicants at an annual interest rate of no more than 20 per cent. The maximum single loan amount has been set at Sh2 million.

Under the deal, Jamii Bora Bank will pay interest semi-annually to Shelter Afrique for a period of seven years. The agreement takes effect immediately.

“As Africa continues to develop what we expect to see is rapid urbanisation,” Shelter Afrique Managing Director James Mugerwa said. “By most measures, 70 per cent of Africa will live in urban centres by 2030…. this points to a huge gap between demand and supply for adequate and affordable housing. We believe our social housing line will be one of the many ways to bridge this gap.”

He said there is a huge shortage of decent housing in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya and called for solutions suitable for low to middle income groups.

Huawei probe corruption deals Huawei are conducting an internal probe over possible violations of the company’s code of conduct.

The chief executive of the Chinese telecommunication firm, Ken Hu, said it was a routine investigation and not a corruption probe as had been reported in the Chinese media.

“We do this on a regular basis each year. We do investigations, and discipline those people that violate our code of conduct. I think this is nothing new,” he said.

Earlier this week, it had been reported that internal inspections had found out

that 116 workers and 69 distributors were involved in corruption involving hundreds of millions of renminbi (Chinese currency) by August 16.

Suppliers are reported to have paid off Huawei procurement staff to achieve higher sales in the competitive Chinese smartphone market.

Local media claimed four workers had so far been handed over to authorities.

Hu declined to confirm the number of staff allegedly involved or whether arrests had been made, saying results of the investigation “are not a big issue.”

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Poor city households save Sh1,980 on maize flour a year Kenyan adults spend about Sh160 a month on maize products, experts from Egerton University have revealed.

Maize has been the main staple food in Kenya for many years, says Milu Muyanga of Egerton University’s Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development.

The crop is so vital that the Government imports it from neighbouring countries in case of shortage.

Muyanga and colleague Joshua Ariga say each Nairobi household takes about 98 kg of maize per year. Adults consume about 50 kg of the total over the period.

Scholars also discovered that among Nairobi’s poorest households, posho meal accounts for 2.03kg of the total 4.80kg consumed per adult per month (42 per cent).“The form of maize consumption varies substantially by income,” said Muyanga.

From women: Jamii Bora Bank gets Sh200m credit from the Women Enterprise Fund.

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GoFundMe no longer funds witchcraft, abortion projects Days after closing down a woman’s attempt to crowdfund an abortion procedure, GoFundMe, a website that helps individuals and small businesses finance projects, has banned fundraising efforts for abortion and sorcery, among other things.

History Last week, a crowdfunding page started by an Illinois woman seeking an abortion was removed from the site.

In an email, a customer care representative told the

23-year-old woman: “In this case, your campaign contains subject matter that GoFundMe would rather not be associated with.”

GoFundMe operates like a charity with strangers giving donations to users who can freely sign up for services. The site keeps a small percentage of a person’s donations, ranging from between about 1 to 10 per cent.

GoFundMe has raised cash for projects worth over $200,000 each (Sh17.7 million) for

attack victims, sick patients and orphans.

The site has also helped raise ($46,000) Sh4 million for users out to make a simple potato salad.

Implications As a private firm, GoFundMe enjoys the right to choose the kind of content to promote.

Until now, the decisions have been made solely in response to campaigns that receive large numbers of complaints.

GoFundMe’s other banned content includes hurtful or

hateful language, violence or hatred, bigotry, racism or sexism. The list includes profanity, treasonous behaviour, false, misleading dishonest statements and unexplained sciences or absurd claims.

The move has received backlash from pro-choice campaigners (activists who support a woman’s right to terminate pregnancy), who have threatened to withhold cash if abortion rules, in particular, remain in effect.

Higher income households pay about Sh120 for a standard two kg packet of sifted maize flour.

“Because posho meal is relatively inexpensive compared to sifted flour, this plays a key role in poor people’s diets in urban areas,” says Muyanga.

By buying a 90kg sack of maize at about Sh3,000, poorer households can have it sifted at a posho mill for less than Sh10 per kg (less than Sh900 in total).

On average, wealthier households spend Sh5,880 on maize flour a year as their poorer rivals spend Sh3,900 (Sh1,980 less).

Ariga says since the study is based on estimations, some households could be spending up to five times as much.

Households headed by less professional individuals are more likely to consume posho meal, Muyanga said.

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Kwale locals reaping from bixa farming Farmers in Kwale stand to make a fortune from growing the revived bixa plant, a key ingredient in food colouring products.

As demand by hotels for bixa grows, farmers at the Coast are emerging as winners as prices increase almost five fold.

Richard Kanai, the General Manager of Kenya Bixa Ltd, the company buying the crop from farmers, says better prices are drawing many farmers back to tending the shrub with some farmers even increasing their acreage under the plant.

After the tree was introduced by the Japanese and the Kenyan government in the 1970s, its popularity died a slow death due to low market prices and little regulatory

follow up by the government.

Yet, it is one of the few crops around that requires little initial investment to earn good returns. The shrub is quite resistant to diseases, pests and drought.

The areas at the Coast where the shrub is being actively grown are Kwale, Mswabweni, Lamu, Malindi and Kiunga towards the Somalia border.

There are two bixa farming seasons in a year. A first-time grower harvests 2kg of seed a year, and in three years’ time, the trees are producing 8 to 15kg annually.

An acre has roughly 300 trees, and if each tree produces 8kg of Bixa in a year, the farmer earns Sh84, 000, selling at the current market price of Sh35 a

kilogram.

“That’s almost pure net profit,” said Kanai.

However, expenses incurred include acquiring compost to make the land fertile, and labour costs per acre can cost up to Sh10, 000 a year.

Currently, Kenya Bixa Ltd is operating at only 30 per cent of its processing capacity, due to lack of enough material to process.

The factory can process 4 million kg of seeds per year.

However, since 2008, it has not processed more than 1 million kg.

To help address its raw material shortages, Kenya Bixa has contracted 100 farmers with 5 acres or more of land to grow the plant for them.

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PRICKLY: A farmer holds out a bixa plant exposing the seeds.

businesswise The customer is sometimes wrong Too often have business owners been forced to bear with unruly clients under the pretence that ‘the customer is aways right’.

“This is a motto that’s drilled into every young retail or hospitality worker, and has somehow made its way into the psyches of established business owners,” says Jayson DeMers, Founder and CEO of AudienceBloom, a US-based content marketing agency.

“The problem is, the customer isn’t always right, and always thinking otherwise can result in serious disservice to you, your employees, and your customers.”

DeMers argues that unreasonable customers “eat away at your finite resources.”

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Meet the parents

It’s important to act the part and equally as important to look it. Finding that balance between being appropriate and being yourself can be tricky.

Browns and bronzes give a mature and sophisticated look.

So it’s been a long time coming and you’re finally set to meet your boyfriend’s parents. How do you make a great first impression? A good place to start would be your appearance. This is the one occasion where appearances actually count.

It’s important to act the part and equally as important to look it. Finding that balance between being appropriate and being yourself can be tricky.

The following tips should help you maintain your signature look while still keeping it simple and polished.

1 Don’t try a new unfamiliar look.

Remember that bright pink lipstick you have always wanted to try out? Well, this is not the time. The golden rule here is, stick to what you know. Think

instead about simple ways that you can alter your signature look for maximum impact.

2 Don’t wear too much makeup.

You can use a foundation to even out your skin tone, but don’t lay it on too thick. Remember that makeup is meant to enhance your natural features, not to cover them up.

3 Use eye shadows with warm earthy hues.

Eye shadows such as golds, browns and bronzes give a mature and sophisticated look.

Depending on your skin tone, use the hue that suits you best. Save the dark smokey eye for the night out with the girls. Your boyfriend’s parents may be conservative, so play it safe.

Relax.

Constantly checking a mirror and fussing over your face can ruin the day. Instead Smile and have lots of confidence. It is often said that a smile is one of the best accessories a girl can have, use it.

5 Keep it simple.

Keep your makeup simple and wellexecuted, and let the focus stay on your warmth and charm rather than the colors that you’re wearing on your face.

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The sun’s out, get a bikini Coffee is usually associated with giving people the boost they need to get through the morning. But it has one more benefit, it perks up the skin.

A research done at the University of Tennessee in the US, found that adding caffeine to face creams significantly increased their effectiveness.

One common ingredient that good skin care products contain is antioxidants.

Antioxidants are healthy compounds that protect the skin cells from damage and premature aging.

Coffee has been shown to contain a substantial amount of antioxidant and is especially high in one group of antioxidant compounds called flavonoids. They are responsible for defending the skin against the damaging effects of stress, pollution, and even age.

The caffeine in coffee also has a number of benefits for the skin. It has potent antiinflammatory properties that make it ideal for treating skin inflammation leaving one with even skin tone.

It also reduces the appearance of under-eye circles. By applying the coffee under the eyes, it will treat the puffiness and dark shadows by reducing the build-up of blood under the eyes.

Additionally, coffee helps reduce cellulite. In a 2008 study performed at the University of São Paulo,

Have a cup of coffee to perk up your skin Brazil, researchers found that an application of skin cream containing caffeine to cellulite, reduced the size of cellulite fat cells by 17 per cent. One can choose to add ground or instant coffee

to their regular body scrub at home and apply on the cellulite. Therefore, when sipping on a soothing cup of coffee, relax because its antioxidant properties give more just a morning jolt.

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If you want to cover up more while still upholding sexiness then go for a fuller high waist bikini piece.

Make sure you look nothing short of stunning and stylish as you make a splash in a pool or relax on a beach after a dip.

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New or Used?

There are a number of tradeoffs associated with both new and used bikes, and there is no single “right” choice; the choice is completely individual, and depends on personal preferences (not to mention finances).

New bikes come with the comfort of reliability a warranty, though you’ll pay a premium for that peace of mind. Used bikes are great for beginners because there’s usually less worry about damaging something that’s not already in perfect shape.

They’re also often better values, since they’ve already depreciated, though they might not be as reliable as new bikes, and cost more money in the long run.

Do not buy your first bike without reading this Motorbikes are extremely dangerous, most people think. But this is not a fact.

Statistically, you are in more danger traveling in a car/bus than riding a bike. And it is not the machines that bear the danger-It’s the riders and other road users who give bikes a bad name.

“If riders practice safe and sober riding, there is no reason of being afraid.

Motorcycles are cheaper forms of transportation and are less harmful to the environment,” said Ernesto Kalina, who owns a number of bikes, among them a Honda Rebel, which he uses for his boda-boda business.

In addition, the everincreasing number of cars on our roads are gradually making the environment favourable to the usage of motorbikes. There is nothing more annoying than being stuck in traffic jam for hours,

motoringnews Concours’ entry deadline looms

in sweltering heat, watching riders zoom by with their tailpipes cracking behind them.

In such a situation, it is easy to swear by Harley-Davidson’s name that the moment you break free, you are going to get yourself a cheap bike to enjoy a traffic jam free commute.

But, like buying a car-or landbuying a motorbike should be well thought out. It is an investment, which if well made, will keep you pleased for eons. We have sampled some of the considerations you need to have in mind before signing the cheque.

Don’t overestimate your ability.

One common mistake among newbies is to purchase a bike with far more performance than they can handle. Stay away from crotch rockets, especially anything with an engine larger than 600cc; when you learn how to ride on a slower bike, you’ll become

The Alfa Romeo Owners Club has confirmed that the deadline for entries for the 2014 CBA Africa Concours d’Elegance is noon on Wednesday September 17 for the few remaining places. This also applies to the Classic Car and Motorcycle Sale, which will link potential buyers of

a better rider because of it.

Once you’ve honed your skills and gained experience, you’ll be ready to upgrade and truly appreciate a faster bike.

Consider your needs.

Will you be riding in lots of traffic? Traveling long distances? Motorcycles come in many shapes and sizes, and you must consider your individual needs when picking a bike. Consider how you’ll be using your bike, and how riding it will impact your experience; for instance, if you’re looking for a weekend toy, you might be more tolerant of a sexy bike that happens to be uncomfortable.

Recognizing your needs will make choosing your future bike become infinitely easier.

Know your options.

Bikes have become increasingly specialized in recent years, and the proliferation of different

classic cars with sellers during the event to be held at the Nairobi’s Ngong Racecourse on September 28th.

Currently, the entry list is a happy mix of cars and motorcycles, among them a 1957 Mercedes 190SL sports car by DT Dobie and a 1936 Bentley restored

types of motorcycles offers a number of choices that can be both empowering and daunting. While interacting with different bikes, you’ll probably develop distinct likes and dislikes, which will get you one step closer to making a purchasing decision.

Choose a bike that fits your body. This point is less obvious than it might sound. Bikes come in dramatically different shapes and sizes, and so does the human body. Try a bike on for size, and if possible, take it for a spin; you’ll find that the ergonomic experience of riding will differ dramatically from bike to bike. That sport bike you thought was so cool, for instance, might strain your wrists to the point of discomfort. Conversely, that cruiser might win you over with its low seat and manageable center of gravity.

You won’t know until you try one on for size!

by John Wroe. First-time entry motorcycles include a 1953 Sunbeam, owned

by Alan Haynes, is one the representatives of the Vintage Motorcycle Club of South Africa. Emmanuel Odero, a member of the Cruzin Kings Motorcycle Group has entered a Yamaha Road Star.

If riders practice safe and sober riding, there is no reason of being afraid

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FUN

Sauti Sol’s Lipala Tour starts today

FRIday, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

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Sauti Sol will release the video to its popular hit, Sura Yako, for public viewing tomorrow at Shebeen, Menengai Road from 6pm. Sura Yako has been a chart topper for the past few weeks winning over the hearts of music lovers.

The group will also perform their other hit songs like Nishike, Still The One and many more. The event is the first concert of the group’s Lipala Dance tour. There will also be performances from Mumala and Kanana with DJ M-kay and DJ 254 holding it down on the decks. The MC for the night will be Martin Kariuki.

Sauti Sol is expected to take the stage at 11 pm and the event promises to have a lot of Lipala dancing

ON TOUR: Sauti Sol.

and will not be short on electric performances.

The group first came together in 2005 and consists of Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Chimano, Delvin Mudigi and Polycarp Otieno. They came into the limelight when they released their first album titled Mwanzo in 2009 which was received well. Their second album Sol Filosofia was released in 2011 and going on ahead to release a self-titled extended play album in 2012. The band has received a number of awards and nominations in the course of their careers.

Tickets will be going for Sh.1000 at the gate. Pull on your dancing shoes and go dance the night away.

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Celebrate the Mara this weekend The Mara Day celebration is on this weekend and it’s good opportunity to experience the splendor of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

The annual wildebeest migration across the Mara River to and from the Serengeti National Park, is the biggest

annual attraction to this world-famous game reserve.

Zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and wildebeest crossover the game reserve every year from July to October. Despite predators lurking and ready to pounce, the animals fearlessly make their way back and forth with

wildebeest estimated to do it in millions. As nature commands, survival is only for the fittest who are lucky to escape the hungry carnivores in pursuit.

This migration has become one of the world’s most anticipated phenomenon attracting tourists from around the world.

A tour through the Maasai Mara National Game Reserve exposes you to a sight of splendor of Narok County.

From a safe distance, watch its lions, cheetahs and leopards.

Giraffes, antelopes, duikers, Coke Hartebeests, foxes among others.

Coke Studio Launch Concert The Coke Studio Season 2 premiers on TV tomorrow in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Nigeria. The consumer launch concert was held at KICC last Saturday with performances from Kenrazy, LJ Maasai, Rabbit, Octopizzo, Size 8 and Kidis.

It is produced by the Coca Cola Company.

BIG DEAL: From left; Size 8 DJ Joe Mfalme, Rabbit, LJ Maasai with his dance crew, and Octopizzo perform at the Coke Studio Launch Concert. DNG takes a selfie with the fans.

the hitlist

Westlands

Lavington

Kitengela

Kimathi Street

Westlands

Skylux Lounge

The Elephant

Club 360

Club Mojos

Club Bacchus

Fresh Friday with DJ

DJ Timdwn rocks Friday Friday Night Live with party night with his mixes DJ Hypnotic and DJ Xclusive

Models and Bottles with Eric Wainaina Live Dj Kaytrixx and Risper Faith Admission: Sh.1000 Admission: Free Time: 8pm onwards Time:8pm onwards

Proff and DJ Bash Admission: Free Time: 5pm tilll dawn

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forecast

FRIday, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

HOROSCOPES capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19

cancer Jun 22 - Jul 22

aquarius Jan 20 - Feb

leo Jul 23 - Aug 22

You’ve just recently completed some long-term projects and are being recognized for your efforts. Perhaps a bonus or promotion is in store. Your affinity for technology and ability to quickly absorb new information makes you a prime candidate for a new position that’s just opened up.

Crazy as it seems, why not take that impromptu trip you’ve been eager to go on, Aquarius? Adventure calls, and there’s nothing to stop you from answering. You’ll meet some fascinating new people, and one may wind up having a strong influence on your life.

pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20

Could this be the holiday of a lifetime?

The day’s planetary constellation indicates that it could be. At least you have the opportunity to experience a sense of passion and real companionship, which is very pleasant, as they don’t always come together.

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19

Prosperity is just around the corner, Pisces. With it comes change. Change in your job, career, or environment figures prominently today. However this change manifests, it’s bound to be positive. You’re lucky, and you’re about to hit the road to even greater success. Savor this moment, for you’ll be busy soon!

Don’t let others’ bad moods get you down, Cancer. And don’t feel it’s your responsibility to cheer them up. Their moodiness is their business, not yours.

You could be a little bit anxious today, and allowing yourself to be negatively influenced by others will do you no good at all.

It’s time to let go of the past and focus only on the future, Leo. A new person may come into your life who can help you do just that. Communication with close friends and relatives is highlighted, and you may find yourself spending more time on the phone than usual.

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libra Sep 23 - Oct 22

The glass may look half empty, but only at first glance. Keep looking at it, or perhaps change the way you look at it, and you’ll see that it indeed is half full. You may be experiencing some frustration. Computers could be down or communication hindered in some way. Don’t get stressed.

gemini May 21 - Jun 21

sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21

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ng s i n n in tio W p ca

There are lots of personal and financial issues to resolve today, Scorpio. You may hear from your bank or see some alarming numbers on an ATM receipt.

Don’t get upset. Ultimately, these matters will be resolved to your benefit. As for personal matters, you may learn some new information about someone you thought you knew well.

A rising tide lifts all boats. When someone close experiences a windfall or especially good luck, Sagittarius, the ripple effect reaches you. Change is in the air. While everything happening is positive, sometimes it feels like it’s going too quickly. You feel a bit off balance, with little or no time to adjust.

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There’s definitely a downside to home ownership! Much as you love projects, Virgo, the joy is tempered when the chores never end. While your home is structurally sound, it may be in need of some cosmetic enhancement. Try adding plants and flowers indoors.

scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21

You’re focused and attentive to detail.

Some longstanding projects benefit from this sudden spurt of energy and get completed in record time. Children figure prominently in your life right now, Gemini. Is there one child in particular who needs some extra attention from you?

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taurus Apr 20 - May 20

Romance is in the air today, Taurus.

It’s likely that your relationship with your loved ones will see a dramatic improvement. Perhaps some flowers will arrive unexpectedly or you’ll be paid a sincere compliment. Harmony reigns in the work environment as well. Both people and machines run smoothly and efficiently.

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When Kick Lannigan was six-years-old, she was abducted in broad daylight.

Everybody, including her family, assumed the worst had happened. Six years later, Kick was found alive but struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. She was taken to countless therapists to no avail.

The detective who rescued her suggested that Kick learn to fight. This gave her a new lease of life. She became good at anything and everything pertaining to defence. She vowed she would never ever be a victim of an abduction again.

When two children in the area go missing in one month, memories of her captivity start haunting her. A man named Bishop approaches her to help in finding the missing children. Bishop is convinced Kick’s experience and skills will give them an edge in finding the abducted children.

But the case leads Kick to her past she would rather forget.

mustread

Medics association’s agitation for medical liaison body uncalled for Kenya Medical Association’s call for the formation of a health services co-ordinating body between the national and county governments is unnecessary (Doctors Union Propose health services Liaison unit, September

11, 2014). The medics’ claims are genuine, but the main role of the Senate is to protect devolution.

Crippling health services at the counties because of unpaid salaries should not be allowed.

They must protect the sick from

suffering as the national and county governments arm-twist each other over funds.

The Transition Authority and the Constitution Implementation Commission must ensure delegated services to the counties

are smoothly provided according to the law.

As governors push for Pesa mashinani, can they show what they have done with the little they have? Buying ambulances and calling the media to parade them?

The gains Kenya has made in health must not be swallowed into stomachs of greedy leaders.

In true devolution, citizens must come first. No need for liaison bodies.

Laura Kwamboka- Nairobi

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Sport

kpl action back after break Kenya Premier League action resumes this weekend with eight games lined up P.14

Wozniacki opens up on McIlroy split Caroline Wozniacki (pictured) has opened up about her split with US Open champion Rory McIlroy, claiming the northern Irishman broke the bad news on phone.

The couple were due to marry in November before McIlroy publicly called time on their relationship in May. Despite revealing she’s now in a “happy place”, Wozniacki says she was shocked after McIlroy ended the affair.

“I thought at least it would be face-to-face or something, but there was nothing. It was a phone call and I didn’t hear from him again.

“It was very hard because he made it very public from the start. He put out a press release and all of that so it just got put in my face,” she said.

But the 24-year-old star believes she has “a lot of good things going” and is even ready to embark on a new relationship with a man preferably taller than her ex.

“I would like a taller guy so I can wear high heels. I’m pretty strict with my box ticking.

“I look for someone who is honest, fun to be around and doesn’t take himself too seriously.”

Zambia’s Essa ruled out of Safari Rally TEETHING PROBLEMS: Luis Suarez will be available for his Barcelona debut in the first La Liga clasico on October 25.

Suarez cleared for the Oct 25 La Liga Clasico Luis Suarez will be available for is Barcelona debut in the first La Liga clasico of the 201415 season at Real Madrid on October 25, the Catalan club has confirmed.

Suarez is serving a four-month ban imposed for biting Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini when playing for Uruguay at the 2014 World Cup. The game that was held on June 24 before Fifa deivered the punishment two days later.

There were reports that the ban would be enforced until October 26, thereby ruling the player out of the first clasico of the season.

But Barca say the subsequent ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced the punishment by allowing Suarez to train and play in friendly games during his timeout.

It means the ban was to run from the day of the Italy vs. Uruguay game, and therefore end on October 24. A club statement released soon after La Liga authorities had set the kick-off times for the weekend action said there was no doubt over Suarez’s availability.

“Luis Suarez can play the clasico which will be played at the (Estadio) Santiago Bernabeu on October 25 at 18:00,” the statement said.

Zambian Mohammed Essa has pulled out of KCB Safari Rally that gets underway this weekend.

Kenyan Stanley Thuo also dropped out of the competition, leaving 63 cars to battle it out for honours in the 62nd edition of the competition.

Speaking during Thursday’s scrutineering process, organising committee vice chairman Ashok Bhalla said Essa’s absence will give Ivorian Gary Chaynes chance to open an unassailable lead ahead of the last round in Madagascar in November.

“I don’t know the reason why Essa has backed out because he is second on the ARC table.

Thuo is the only local driver who has not picked his documents and that’s rules him out.

He said the course is in good condition and they will not make adjustments to Kisima section that was earlier shortened by heavy rain last week.

“I have talked with the clerk of the course in Nanyuki and he has assured me the roads are in good shape….it has not rained for the last four days and the route has dried up.

Unfortunately, the section of Kisima that we

out: Mohammed Essa has pulled out of KCB Safari Rally that gets underway this weekend.

shortened will remain that way because it’s too late to make changes.”

The event has attracted four foreign drivers.

The battle for the two wheel drives will feature current KNRC leader and two-time winner Leonardo Varese, defending champion Dennis Mwenda and Volkswagen Golf ’s Gurmit Thethy.

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FRIDAY, septembeR 12, 2014

KPL action back after break KPL

weekend fixtures Friday: KCB v Ulinzi, Nyayo City Stars v Sofapaka Nyayo

Mark Odhiambo (L) of KCB tackles Patrick Oboya (R) during their KPL match earlier in the season. KCB play Ulinzi at Nyayo Stadium tomorrow afternoon.

Saturday: Top Fry v Chemelil Sugar Afraha Western Stima v AFC Leopards Kisumu Muhoroni Youth v Thika United-Muhoroni Sunday: Mathare v KRA-Nyayo Sony Sugar v BandariAwendo Tusker v Gor MahiaKasarani Wednesday: Gor Mahia v Ulinzi Stars

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Both matches will air live on SuperSport.

Both KCB and City Stars have had a season to forget and with seven matches left, they will be angling to get the points to see them out of the woods.

They face a tall order when they tackle second placed Sofapaka on 40 points, two behind leaders and champions.

The bankers have underperformed this term sitting at the basement of the log before a quick turn around mid-way through the second half of the season moved them into 14th just one spot off the danger zone. City Stars, coached

by Nigerian Robinson Ofwoku have, meanwhile, dropped into the relegation zone just above rock bottom placed Top Fry. On Saturday, Top Fry will play host to Chemeli at the Afraha Stadium in Nakuru as AFC Leopards travel to Kisumu to play Western Stima in the new artificial turf at the Kisumu Moi Stadiuk while Muhoroni Youth take on Thika United at their backyard.

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Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid: They lost the Spanish Super Cup to Atletico Madrid three weeks ago but Real have always been dominant over their city rivals. More so at the Santiago Bernabue.

Diego Simeone’s Atletico, however, are rising after years of being under the shadow of the Los Blancos. In this match though, the big brother (read Real) will prove they are still the giants of the Spanish capital.

X Sport : 3-2 Peter Obuya : 0-0 Queen Munguti: 1-1

Man United v QPR: Louis van Gaal’s Manchester United have had a wobbly start to the season and are yet to collect victory in their last 4 matches.

Radamel Falcao, Angel di Maria, Wayne Rooney, Juan Mata and Robin Van Persie are expected to lead the Red Devils’ assault against QPR on Sunday.

I don’t think QPR’s defence will hold still. A win for United.

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Sunday,September 14, 2014

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Southampton v Newcastle

Saturday,September 13, 2014

Southampton v Newcastle Southampton will host Newcastle United at the St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday. Expecting Alan Pardew’s men to get full points at Southampton for the first time in 10 years will be too much to ask of the Tyneside outfit.

X Sport : 2-1 Peter Obuya : 0-0 Queen Munguti: 2-0 Game ID: D5898 1 X 1.66 3.41

2 4.50

Sunderland v Tottenham Predict: Tottenham were reminded just how far they are off from the top four after they were dismantled 3-0 in their own backyard by a ruthless Liverpool.

Sunderland didn’t perform any better losing 1-0 at Queens Park Rangers, a team Spurs thrashed 4-0.

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West Brom v Everton West Brom v Everton: Two teams locked on the same number of points and with -3 goal difference. The last two meetings between the duo have all finished on draws.

Everton always slow to take off during the early days of the season, they will most probably end up collect a draw in a match they should win.

X Sport : 1-1 Peter Obuya: 0-2 Queen Munguti: 0-4 Game ID: Z5352 1 X 3.31 3.12

2 2.03

Game ID: E5523 1 X 3.31 3.22

2 1.99

Parma v AC Milan

Saturday,September 13, 2014

Odds

2 10.41

Sunderland v Tottenham

Saturday,September 13, 2014

Odds

Game ID: X2543 1 X 1.18 5.68

Sunday,September 14, 2014

Parma v AC Milan: AC Milan at the top of the Serie A table! When did you last see that? Well, it’s because we are only one match into the new season in the Italian League. Milan still aren’t a good side and you’ll see exactly that this weekend when they get beaten by MacDonald Mariga’s Parma at the Estadio Ennio Tardini.

X Sport : 2-1 Peter Obuya: 0-2 Queen Munguti: 2-1

Odds

Game ID: F2933 1 X 2.84 3.03

2 2.27

Chelsea v Swansea

Arsenal v Man City

Chelsea v Swansea: The season is only three games old but Swansea travel to Stamford Bridge for a clash of two teams with a perfect record so far. On paper Chelsea are the better side, with Diego Costa leading the Premier League’s scoring charts and Cecs Fabregas being joint top assistor. Swansea won 2-1 at Manchester United on opening day.

X Sport : 2-2 Peter Obuya: 2-0 Queen Munguti: 2-3

Arsenal v Man City: The curtain raiser for the return of the English Premier League will be the mega clash between title contenders Arsenal and Man City.

Arsenal will welcome the champions to Emirates where new signing Danny Welbeck is expected to make a debut. Arsenal fans are hopeful new signing Welbeck will impress against City.

X Sport : 1-1 Peter Obuya: 0-3 Queen Munguti: 2-1

Saturday,September 13, 2014

Odds

Game ID: G4539 1 X 3.31 3.12

Saturday,September 13, 2014

2 2.03

Odds

Game ID: Z5594 1 X 2.84 3.03

2 2.27

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friday, september 12, 2014

READY FOR IT: Africa and Commonwealth Games champion Caleb Ndiku says he’s ready for the IAAF Contintal Cup.

Ndiku ready for Sunday’s IAAF Continental Cup

Diamond League 5,000m winner Caleb Ndiku is fully focussed on winning the 3, 000m title during the IAAF Continental Cup on Sunday in Morocco.

The Commonwealth Games and African champion believes his current form will be key as he eyes his last medal of the season.

“No doubt my season has been revealing. I want to end on a high in Marrakech this weekend,” said Ndiku.

The world 3,000m indoor champion will representing Africa in Sunday’s event, said he is now weighing options on featuring in 800 and 3,000m steeplechase races next season.

“I will also attempt the crosscountry which I am conversant with having won several titles in junior categories in the past,” he added.

The Africa 5,000m champion said he was looking forward to a relaxing break after Sunday’s race as he charts out his future

Arsenal, Man City clash at the Emirates Arsenal and Manchester City meet at The Emirates on Saturday when both teams will seek to roar into life after making spluttering starts to their Premier League campaigns.

A month after demolishing City 3-0 in the Community Shield at Wembley, seventhplaced Arsenal have failed to reach the same high notes, drawing their last two league matches and losing French striker Olivier Giroud to injury.

While a shortage of strikers cannot be blamed for City’s inconsistent start, manager Manuel Pellegrini said they lacked a creative spark when they slipped to a surprise 1-0 home defeat by Stoke City last time out.

In a bid to ease their attacking woes, Arsenal snapped up Danny Welbeck on the final day of the transfer window and the former Manchester United striker is confident his style of play will fit in perfectly at

the Emirates. “I’ve envisaged myself playing in this team before. For it to finally happen is very exciting,” said Welbeck, who scored both goals in England’s opening Euro 2016 qualifying campaign victory over Switzerland on Monday.

“At Arsenal, we’re not short of combination football and I like to join in on that and get in behind defenders and try to get shots off at goal. I want to score some goals and help the team to achieve the

right results.”

Along with Giroud, midfielder Aaron Ramsey, who has scored in two of Arsenal’s three Premier League games this season, could miss Saturday’s clash after twisting his ankle in Wales’ 2-1 win over Andorra on Tuesday.

Champions City, so potent in front of goal last season, head to north London having let Spanish striker Alvaro Negredo join Valencia.

NEW BOY: Danny Welbeck is likely to start against Manchester City tomorrow.

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with his new team of advisers and trainers.

Kenya will be represented by 10 athletes - four women and six men. They will be part of the 88-member African contingent in Morroco.

Asbel Kiprop (1,500m), Jairus Birech (3,000m Steeplechase) and Eunice Sum (800m) are some of the elite runners making the Kenya team in the two day championships.

The team left the country on Wednesday.