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resident Kenyatta has described his last week’s trip to Japan as fruitful during which his delegation learned lessons that will help the country deal better with disasters.

Key among the lessons is the

structure of early warning systems that will enable people sense the calamities in good time and respond appropriately.

He said Japan has integrated many departments for a unified response with a high level of training.

“What we found most amazing is that

children, even at kindergarten level, are taught early and have regular training sessions on what to do when they hear an alarm. All these things, I think, are lessons Kenya can pick,” he told an interviewer with NHK World, the most influential Japanese broadcaster.

Kenya experiences disasters annually, especially during the long rainy season, when floods wreak havoc in many parts of the country.

The worst affected areas are especially lowlands and hilly regions that experience landslides.

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Fashion scoop REWARDING TOUR: President Kenyatta explains a point during an interview with NHK World Television in Japan. He said the Kenya delegation has learned many lessons, especially on integrated response to disasters.

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danger ZONE: A man wades through floods in Budalang’i constituency. President Kenyatta says his administration will draw lessons from Japan’s ability to adequately deal with disasters.

“There is a great understanding that we must be better prepared going into the future,” he said.

The President said he also held discussions with the Japanese government on how to help Kenya exploit the ‘blue economy’. Kenyan territory in the sea is equivalent to almost three quarters of Kenya’s economy on the land, he said.

“This is an area where Japan has been very successful. It is an area where my government is keen to upscale investment and exploration into the existing economic opportunity, including fishing, deep sea exploration…” he said.

On the plans his government has to enhance security to ease risk fears for many potential Japanese companies with the desire to invest in the country, the President said the

Government is doing all it can and called for support from the international community.

“The Government will continue doing its part. We are foiling attempted attacks every other day. Some of them – you know – they manage to succeed like they did in Mandera.

But we are doing everything that we can to ensure our country and our citizens are protected from this threat. We are increasing our investment in this area, increasing surveillance, increasing intelligence gathering to help us forestall future attacks,” he said.

He said he had campaigned for direct flights between Kenya and Japan as a way of bridging the trade imbalance between the two countries.

“This will help us improve the number of tourists coming from Japan to Kenya. It will also help the flow of goods such as our

flowers, which are becoming very popular here in Japan. It will boost our flower exports, our other horticultural exports, our nuts and other products that we export from Kenya,” he said.

“We are also trying to encourage additional investment that can allow us to begin manufacturing in Kenya to serve the region and other parts of the world. I think a mixture of this will go a long way towards helping us begin to get some balance in terms of our trade levels,” he said.

He said Japan also pledged Sh3.5 billion to help Kenya set a universal healthcare system.

He secured Japan’s commitment to help Kenya upscale the Olkaria project by another 70-megwatts.

“We are also working with them to develop berth number 20, currently ongoing at the Mombasa Port,” he said.

Mandera leaders accuse county boss of failure to check insecurity Mandera county leaders have called for the replacement of County Commissioner Alex ole Nkoyo, accusing him of inability to address security issues.

The leaders have threatened to “take matters into our hands” if the national government does not restore security.

Their demands come in the wake of fresh security concerns following last Friday’s attack on Governor Ali Roba’s convoy during which three people were killed.

The attack was followed by another barely two days later when gunmen killed another four people in Mandera town.

The governor says last week’s attack was the sixth attempt on his life.

“I’m the head of the county government, my life is under threat and it has always been,” he said. He said residents will take matters into their hands if the national government fails to curb the attacks.

“There is need for structures to be put in place for us to synergise our efforts and use all available resources within our environment to ensure we get the results we need,” he told his first news conference after the Friday attack.

His calls were echoed by six area MPs and Senator Billow Kerrow who called

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for the replacement of security officers in the county. The politicians accused the officers of collaborating with attackers.

“The leadership under County Commissioner should leave and a new one appointed to deal with the problem.

The bus incident…the quarry incident… nothing has happened. The Government must take action so that our people are protected,” said Mohammud Mohammed of Mandera West.

The governor claims the situation in Mandera County is “extremely hopeless” and “residents will do what they have to do” if the national government does not stop the attacks.

“After we lost 64 Kenyans, a security command centre was established but was shut down within a month for no apparent reason. The Government has a responsibility to protect the whole country and there is no need to keep soldiers in Somalia instead of protecting Kenyans,” he said.

“It’s a system failure rather than an individual failure we can no longer stand before the public and assure them that the security is being beefed up,” he said.

He said security patrols should cover offroad and on road areas.

“These people are moving in groups

MASSACRE SCENE: The scene where 36 Kenyans were massacred by Al Shabaab militants in Mandera. Area politicians claim County Commissioner Alex ole Nkoyo lacks capacity to address security issues in the border region. of 15, the pastoralists have told us.

We need a radical redesign of how we manage security. We need infantry, we need people who can fight them in the bushes,” said the Mandera Governor.

The MPs asked the Government to take over the manning of the Kenya-Somalia border from the Ethiopian army for the attacks to end.

They said Kenya should review the Amisom arrangement which has allowed Al-Shabaab control of the region near

Damassa.

New Inspector General of Police Joseph Boinnet visited the area on Saturday and pledged to ensure adequate security is restored. But the MPs accused him of trivialising the issue.

Boinnet, who met area security chiefs, is quoted to have described the attack on the Governor’s convoy as the work of bandits.

“He needs to appreciate that failure to address the situation in Mandera and

other parts of the country led to the removal of the former IG,” Kerrow said.

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Do you think Kenya’s President is overpaid?

Felisters Shikuku

Thomas Kimani He is overpaid in my opinion. He is from a rich family with a lot of property across the country. His father was also the first president.

Catherine Kamau He is fairly paid. Being the Head of State of a country, especially in Africa, is a challenging and tough job which requires commitment and hard work. It is the only job he is doing to sustain himself and cannot engage in other businesses.

Clive Liaga He is overpaid. We are in third world and we are still developing.

Some of the cash used to pay him should be used to develop the country. Why should an individual be paid so highly yet there are thousands of Kenyans who are living in poverty?

I don’t think so. If you compare the salary our President gets against other African countries, he is fairly paid.

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Giving kids presents makes them greedy and materialistic Children turn into greedy, wealth-obsessed and materialistic adults if they are showered with gifts at a young age.

A team of experts has found that adults are more likely to think possessions define who we are if they were showered with rewards when they were children.

Their study was published in the Journal of Consumer Research and conducted by researchers, Dr Marsha Richins (University of Missouri) and Dr Lan Nguyen Chaplin (University of Illinois at Chicago).

“Using material possessions to express love or reward children for their achievements can backfire,” wrote the authors in a paper called ‘Material Parenting’.

“Loving and supportive parents can unintentionally foster materialism in their children despite their best efforts to steer

Take charge of your health, youth told The youth have been challenged to be proactive and take charge of their reproductive health so as to preserve their future.

Speaking during the official launch of the Reproductive Health week held at the University of Nairobi Parklands Law School, Director of the Kenya Outreach Foundation of Africa, Winnie Odinga urged the youth not to adapt to health related problems especially concerning their reproductive health.

“Do not wait for the older generation or anybody other than yourself to construct your future. They may not necessarily be facing the same challenges or circumstances as you. You are the only one who knows the problems you are tackling,” said Winnie She added that reproductive health is not just a women’s issue but affects the whole society and called on men to join in the

campaign. Winnie also presided over the launch of the Girl Touch Foundation which is a forum that gives women a voice to air their reproductive health issues as well as impart self-worth into young girls.

“I urge you to come on board as we conduct a series of tours around schools all over the country,” she said. Truphosa Amere, a gender officer and panellist at the event said that the government is pro-life and does not support abortion except as stipulated by the constitution “The Government tries to mitigate against abortion by providing services for example availing condoms and family planning services that help young women not get to the point of requiring an abortion,” said Truphosa.

The event was sponsored by Marie Stopes Hospital, X News, Easy Taxi and Legacy Gold Inc.

them away from relying on material possessions to find happiness or to judge others,” they added.

The authors surveyed hundreds of adults to measure the long-term impact of material parenting.

They were asked to describe their current life situation and values, and also reported on a variety of childhood circumstances.

They also cited their relationship with their parents, and the rewards and punishments they received during three critical ages of childhood The results, which shed new light into the field of parenting and discipline, showed that adults who received many material rewards as children were likely to continue rewarding themselves with material goods.

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Man stabbed to death in fight over woman A man was last night stabbed to death in a fight over a woman in Nairobi’s Kibera slums. Police say the deceased had allegedly invaded another man’s house when he was caught. A fight ensued before the assailant picked up a knife and stabbed opponent killing him on the spot. Police say they are looking for the assailant who escaped from the scene soon after the incident. In another incident, police arrested a 33-year-old man after he was accused of defiling and impregnating a 14 year old girl and also sodomising an 11 year old boy in Ngong area. The man was arrested last evening after locals tipped the officers.

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Muturi blocking report on Ruto jet hire- ababu: Speaker of the National Assembly Justin Mututi and Majority Leader Aden Duale are on the spot for allegedly delaying debate on the ‘Hustler Jet’ report indicting senior state officials. A faction of Cord leaders claim that Muturi and Duale, who lead the committee that probed the jet afair, are using their positions to thwart debate on the report that recommeded investigations of top State officers including the Deputy President’s Chief of Staff Marianne Kitany. Ruto and a large delegation flew in a private rental jet to the west...

ODM wins Kajiado Central seat, beating JaP in tough contest: The ODM candidate in the Kajiado Central by-election was Monday night declared winner of the tightly contested poll.

Elijah Memusi of ODM garnered 16,008 votes to trounce JAP’s Patrick Tutui who came second with 15,508 votes. An independent candidate, Mr Kuntai Nkashuma, was a distant third with 100 votes. The by-election recorded a voter turn-out of 80 per cent. The electoral commission had delayed releasing results from two polling stations, sparking tension...

Raila’s Big Day: It was a tight race between President Uhuru Kenyatta’s candidate in Kajiado Central by-election and that of Opposition leader Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement, with the gap for the most part being just ten or so votes – but finally the provisional results gave the victory to the Orange flag-bearer. ODM’s Elijah Memusi Kanchory (37) polled 15,662 against the Jubilee Alliance Party’s candidate Patrick Koinary Tutui (53) who got 14,856. Trailing far behind with 100 votes was theologian Tunai Nkashuma... who ran on an independent party ticket...

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Court case on murder plot linked to Betty Tett adjourned again The Director of Public Prosecution Keriako Tobiko has been given more time to conclude investigations into a case in which an alleged hitman sensationally linked former assistant minister Betty Tett to a murder conspiracy.

Proceedings in the case have been shelved till April 16 when the DPP will give directions before a Kibera court.

In the case John Linus Wachira is charged with conspiring to kill Andrew White. He is out on a bond pending the hearing and determination of the case.

The prosecution yesterday asked for a one month adjournment to allow the DPP peruse and give further advice in the case.

A lawyer appearing for Laird has complained that a suspect who was supposed to be charged alongside the suspect is yet to be brought before the court long after investigations were complete and the file taken to the DPP for approval.

“We have raised a similar complaint with the director of criminal investigations Ndegwa Muhoro and the officer in charge of investigations at the CID headquarters, the questions we are asking is that why has the

suspect not been produced before court to be enjoined in the matter,” lawyer Cliff Ombeta told reporters outside the court after the proceedings were adjourned.

He said the file in which Tett had been adversely mentioned had been transferred to the DPP for subsequent charging of the suspect but to date nothing has taken place.

The case will be mentioned yesterday at the Kibera law court.

Ms Tett has since been questioned in connection with the planned murder but her file still awaits approval from the DPP. It is alleged that Tett hired Wachira to eliminate Laird but the plot leaked after the hitman attempted to extort money from the intended target.

The police initially said the former nominated MP would appear in court as a second suspect in connection with the conspiracy. Wachira has since denied the charge stating that between August 1 and December 29, 2014 at an unknown place in Nairobi he jointly conspired with others not before court to kill Laird White.

A preliminary investigation had implicated Tett after M-Pesa transfers were made from her phone to that of Wachira as well

MS Betty Tett shortly after she was questioned at the Kabete Police Station in December last year. as descriptions of his and his families motor vehicles and a chilling instruction that the White family “should not enjoy Christmas.”

Ms. Tett’s production company is

said to have fallen on hard times and it is alleged that the motive was to eliminate competition. Mr White is an award winning producer and since retiring from

Scangroup has become the preferred supplier for a number of major Kenyan brands. Wachira is alleged to have approached Laird later and demanded Sh3

million to drop the plot. He was arrested on December 29 and after interrogation linked Tett to the murder scheme and produced evidence relating to the allegation.

Nigeria army retakes town from Boko Haram Nigeria’s military says it has retaken the north-eastern town of Bama from the Islamist military group Boko Haram.

A large number of militants were killed and a “mopping up” operation is continuing in the second largest town in Borno state, it said. Boko Haram was reportedly also ousted from Goniri, its last base in neighbouring Yobe state.

The group wants to impose Islamist rule and recently joined the Islamic State militants based in Syria and Iraq. More than 13,000 people have been killed since 2009. More than 1.5 million people have been displaced by the violence. The conflict has since spread to neighbouring countries, including Chad and Cameroon. Nigerian military spokesman Gen Chris Olukolade said the militants had suf-

fered “massive” casualties, AFP news agency reports. Bama is significant as it is close to the state capital Maiduguri and has witnessed some of the worst violence during this insurgency, the BBC’s Will Ross reports from Lagos. The town was attacked several times by the jihadists before it was captured six months ago, our correspondent says. Boko Haram fighters were forced to flee towards the border with Chad, the Nigerian military said, adding that it was now up to the Chadian military to pursue them. Nigeria and several of its neighbours recently launched an offensive against the militants.

Officials say Boko Haram no longer controls any urban centres in Yobe and Adamawa - two out of the three worst affected states in the north-east.

MOP UP: A statement from Nigeria’s defense headquarters has said that the army was “mopping up” after retaking the town from Boko Haram militants.

THRONED: Memusi who was contesting the seat on an ODM ticket garnered 16, 008 votes to beat his closest challenger Patrick Tutui of the Jubilee Alliance Party (JAP). Tutui got 15, 508 votes.

IEBC CoMMENDS kAjIADo CENTRAl CoNSTITUENTS AS MEMUSI WINS SEAT The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has poured praise on the voters of Kajiado Central constituency for coming out in large numbers to cast their ballots in yesterday’s by-election which was won

by Elijah Memusi.

Memusi who was contesting the seat on an ODM ticket garnered 16, 008 votes to beat his closest challenger Patrick Tutui of the Jubilee Alliance Party (JAP).

Tutui got 15, 508 votes. Another candidate in the mini-poll Kun-

tai Nkashuma managed a paltry 100 votes.

This represented an 80 percent voter turn-out in the constituency that has 39 545 registered voters.

And the electoral body was quick to commend the residents for the exemplary turn out.

IEBC vice chair Lillian Mahiri Zaja said they had surpassed expectations with most by-elections hardly recording more than a 50 percent voter turn-out.

“We can say the voting has

been smooth, people have come out in large numbers unlike in other by-elections and we commend them,” she said.

Commissioner Thomas Letangule pointed out that the 50 percent mark had been surpassed by noon yesterday and made a projection of over 70 percent which was still by-passed.

“We have had no major incidents, and with the look of things, we will hit the 70 percent mark. We expect more people in the evening because we know

the residents are pastoralists, some went to look for pasture in the morning, generally the whole process has been successful,” Letangule said then.

They noted the fact that there were no major incidences adding that the few cases of names missing from the list have been resolved.

The seat fell vacant following the resignation of former MP Joseph Nkaissery who was appointed to the Cabinet.

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Jovago.com launches best price deals for African hotels

BEST SERVICE: Jovago has been nominated for two awards in recognition of its ‘excellent’ service delivery.

CITY PLANS Chinese investors plan to build a golf course worth billions of shillings in Nyandarua County.

The course will be accessible in a three-and-a-half hour drive from Nairobi.

The announcement comes as the Government

Jovago.com, an online hotel booking platform, has launched a best price guarantee for hotels in Africa that targets to boost tourism in the continent.

The service seeks to identify the lowest hotel prices and post the figures on the website. The system guarantees refund of the price difference should customers get a lower deal elsewhere.

Jovago Managing Director Estelle Verdier said the service’s aim is to boost efficiency in hotel bookings and make hotel accommodation accessible and

affordable to all. She says the company seeks to negotiate the best deals for travellers booking using the Jovago website.

“This is great news for local travellers and international guests who can easily access the cheapest hotel rate without putting in hours of negotiating or having to go through a number of different sites,” says Verdier.

Verdier says the guarantee was only redeemable immediately from the time of booking up to a maximum of 72 hours before check-in after which it

can not be used.

Travellers who find better deals elsewhere can call customer care for the processing of refund if it can be proved the difference in cost occurs on the same room type, booked on same dates and for same duration and under similar conditions. The refund will either be in form of cash if the customer paid during the booking or a price match if the customer discovers the difference before settling the cost.

China to build Sh22b golf course in Nyandarua embarks on the construction worth billions of shillings to improve urban areas across the country.

Government projects such as Lamu Port South Sudan Ethiopia Transport corridor project, a number geothermal and wind power plants and the Standard

Gauge Railway have attracted Chinese investors out to cash in on the construction sector.

Foreign investors are now gearing up for the setting up Mt Kipipiri Golf Resort Ltd. The Sh22 billion facility will feature an 18 hole-golf course, 600

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holiday homes, an airstrip, a club house and a fivestar hotel. The property will sit on a 1,400-acre farm in the Kipipiri area.

Recent reports rank Nairobi the 17th out of 25 cities that are expected to witness the fastest growth in the number of ultra-wealthy individuals in a decade.

The golf course will provide jobs and be a source of entertainment for the wealthy. County Governor Daniel Waithaka says: “We need tourists in Nyandarua so our people can sell products, especially agricultural produce.”

The official spoke when he welcomed the resort’s CEO Young Moon Choi, MD Harish Ramji Patel and Director Robert Njoroge in his office.

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Chase Bank hoping to raise Sh40 m from “Save a Mum” Walk The Chase Group Foundation is planning to raise Sh40 million during the third edition of the “Save a Mum” Walk to take place on 28 march this year.

The walk is in support of the Stand Up for African Mothers initiative by AMREF and seeks to raise money towards the noble initiative to train 15,000 sufficient midwives. This will be aimed at diminishing maternal

mortality by improving access to reproductive health services and adequately tending to the mothers in rural Kenya and Africa as a whole.

In an Official statement from the bank, this support will provide women of rural Kenya with pre and post-natal care, a necessity that has previously not been available to them.

According to Paul Njaga

Chase Bank CEO, women empowerment is key to the growth of an economy.

“In Africa, women contribute to over 60% of a household’s income and labour. That in itself is the reason we as the Chase Group of companies are working with AMREF to eradicate maternal mortality,” He said.

Dr Kyomuhangi-Igbodipe noted with appreciation the support

received from the Chase Bank Foundation over the last three years, amounting to over Sh60, 000 million so far in support of Amref Health Africa’s Stand Up for African Mothers campaign.

The walk will be held at the Ngong Road Forest Sanctuary and is expected to bring together over 5,000 participants.

SAVE A MUM: Paul Njaga CEO Chase Bank, Dr Lennie Bazira Ag CEO Amref Health Africa and Parmain Ole Nkaire Chairman of the Chase Group Foundation at the sidelines of the 2015 Chase Group Foundation “Save a Mum” charity walk launch.

Facebook revamps its takedown guidelines Social media giant, Facebook has come up with new guidelines for its public service users with more information about what material is banned on the social network The new version of the guidelines runs to nearly 2,500 words and it’s aimed to target the 1.4 billion people who use its service at least once a month. Its revamped community standards now include a separate section on “dangerous organisations” and give more details about what posts will be removed.

Facebook now expressly forbids posts of nudity images especially those focusing in on fully exposed buttocks, female breasts if they include the nipple, Bullying images altered to “degrade” an individual and videos of physical bullying posted to shame the victim.

It states that users are prohibited from celebrating any crimes they have committed, but adds that they are allowed to propose the legality of illegal activities

and also praise or support for terror groups or their acts or their leaders.

It maintains the same list of banned topics, it now adds that people are allowed to share examples of others’ hate speech in order to raise awareness of the issue, but they must “clearly indicate” that this is their purpose. The restrictions extend to digitally-created content, unless posts are for educational or satirical purposes. Likewise, text-based descriptions of sexual acts that contain “vivid detail” are forbidden. While Facebook’s new guidelines state that users should “warn their audience about what they are about to see if it includes graphic violence”, it provides no way for members to add cover pages to clips to prevent them from auto-playing Facebook has stated that the new guide will replace the old one on the firm’s website, and will be sent to users who complain about others’ posts.

PRICE DRIVER Sugar prices likely to slump after kenya government appeals to COMESA for mercy

Kenya’s sugar industry is struggling due to relatively high production costs and loss-making sugar factories. While sugar makers are at risk of making major losses, consumers may see a very significant drop in sugar prices if the government is forced to import cheaper varieties.

The firms that produce the sweetener are currently making 600,000 tonnes of sugar a year, below the annual consumption of 800,000 tonnes. The deficit is covered through strict import measures from the Common Market for Eastern and

Southern (COMESA).

To protect local producers from losses, COMESA had set up, a set of rules that limited the amount of sugar entering the country.

The arrangement limiting imports expired at the end of last month and officials say increased imports could smother the Kenyan sugar business, Reuter’s reports.

“It (the arrangement) has come to an end but we are negotiating,” Felix Koskei told Reuters late last week. “We have

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requested for an extension for two years.”

Kenya was granted a one-year extension to the sugar import limits by COMESA in February last year to improve the sector, but has so far failed to fully implement such measures.

It costs about Sh55,000 to produce a tonne of sugar in Kenya, double the cost in regional producers like Sudan.

Meanwhile, the cane plant used to make the sweetener can take 24 months to mature in Kenya, compared to plants in Malawi, which take 12 months.

Kenya should improve its manufacturing sector to boost exports and create jobs, WB Kenya needs to increase the competitiveness of its manufacturing sector so that the country can grow, export, and create much-needed jobs, officials from the World Bank have said.

According to Maria Paulina Mogollon, the World Bank Group’s Private Sector Development Specialist, a strong manufacturing sector will create more employment, especially for young people in Kenya.

A recent report co-authored by

Mogollom points out key steps for Kenya to take to make this happen.

Among them are completing reforms at the port of Mombasa, improving the efficiency of its massive infrastructural projects, strengthening governance, improving productivity, and continuing to maintain the stability of national income and the prices of goods.

Market analyst John Sambo, who is based in East Africa, has said that the “sluggish demand for exports and their declining

production is widening the country’s current account deficit.”

Meanwhile, the report suggests that in order to sustain growth, Kenya needs to boost productivity and improve the business environment to regain and increase its competitiveness.

“In recent years the manufacturing’s contribution to Kenyan exports and growth has fallen behind and performance has been less than optimal,” Sambo explains.

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There is a new cult in town, it’s name is ‘Lite the way’.

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Tusker lite has vowed to change partying style in Kenya with their “Lite the way” campaign.

They will be holding a series of parties over a five-month period, during which Tusker Lite intends to introduce new trends and lifestyle for their fun-loving consumers.

Brand Manager Tusker Lite, Evans Mbugua, assures of a phenomenal and refreshing experience.

“Lite the way” is rewriting the history of partying by taking it to a new level. A level that is imbued with fun, excitement and a spirit of friendliness brought about by the bottle.

And because Kenyans love the good life, they are sure going to “Lite the way” like they will never party again as seen from the first party that went down last week,” said Mbugua.

The party Mbugua is talking about had DJ Creepa and DJ Stretch keep an enthusiastic crowd on their feet all night long, at the K1 Club House, in Westlands.

DJ Creepa was hailed among the top Deejays in East Africa at the Pioneer DJ Competitions while DJ Stretch is a renowned Capital One presenter.

“Through the party, the campaign seeks to meet the discerning consumer demand for alternative options to enhance their party experiences,” added Mbugua.

The campaign is not confined to Nairobi, although most of the parties will take place there. Other major towns will also enjoy Tusker Lite parties, which will definitely transform their clubbing tradition.

Party lovers will have the opportunity to take part in fun activities both in clubs and on social media.

The campaign is also inclined promoting local talent by giving some of Kenya’s best DJs a platform to showcase their deck mastery.

DJ Kymnickdie, DJ Creepa, DJ UV, DJ Stretch, DJ Pierra, and DJ Burn will turn up the heat at the “Lite the way” parties during the 5-month campaign.

Building and supporting local talent is definitely a deal maker for Tusker Lite and positive input in the showbiz industry. And as much as KBL is making great sales with this brilliant idea, it will also be remembered for thrusting local entertainers into a world of opportunities.

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The campaign is not confined to Nairobi, although most of the parties will take place there. Other major towns will also enjoy Tusker Lite parties, which will definitely transform their clubbing tradition.

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ARTWORLD

art is anything you can get away with.

enchanting photographs

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icolas Brousse is a 27-yearold photographer, who, together with friends, went to Iceland to capture awe inspiring images. The images he brought back look like they were plucked from the Movie Frozen.

Together with a guide and his group, he descended into the Breidamerkurjokull glacier

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he African print is slowly, but surely, taking over the fashion industry. It first started with the Lesso, the Maasai Khanga, the Ankara and it would appear there is no stopping it. African print is bright bold and daring. There is something about the simple, yet unusual, prints that spells out authenticity and makes one at one with culture. Esther Anyango is one designer who has realized the true value of the African print. A trained clinical officer by profession but a skilled fashion designer by choice, Esther decided to take on a more eccentric route to pursue her fashion sense. Instead of settling for the usual African print shoes, bags and clothes, Esther decided to start making unique African print pillows. It was after months of job hunting that the idea hit her while she was shopping.

“I am passionate about fashion but I

did not want to venture into the clothing business. I wanted to be unique and that is how I came up with the idea to start making pillows,” explains Esther. With no prior knowledge on the craft, her strong will and quick-wit saw her make her first pillow. It was not easy at first because she was skeptic about whether people would accept her product. Her first sale was well received, giving her the required motivation to continue. Together with her sister, Belinda Makadia and their mother Jackline Adhiambo, she started taking the business seriously. The trio quickly transformed their dining room into a mini factory to take in more orders. Three months into the business, the pillows were selling like hot cakes.

“Currently we work from home but there are plans to take this business to the next level. We have also started making African print beddings and curtains due to high demand from our clients,” said Esther.

But it has not all been rosy.

The threesome have had its fair share of challenges, which they say has made them even more adept at their job. When the orders become overwhelming, they

contract a skilled tailor to help them out.

“We have had to learn how to juggle or mainstream jobs with the business.

Also the cost of production is quite high since the pillows are handmade and the materials used are also quite expensive,” added Belinda.

A pillow costs between Sh700 and Sh2,500, depending on the size and complexity of the design, and the materials used.

“Customers who want the soft pillows filled solely with fibre have to part with more money compared with those stuffed with chips or a mixture of the two due to the high cost of fibre,” explained Belinda. Whether you are looking for bed, garden, neck roll or seat pillows, Esther and family are your best bet especially if you want to add that African touch to your house.

‘Currently, we work from home. But there are plans to take this business to the next level.

EsthEr anyango

and took photos using his camera and natural lighting in the caves.

The photos have elicited awe from people who have seen them online. They beautifully capture the ripples and the carvings on the cave walls not leaving out any intricate detail.

OUR R00TS

The Samburu blood smoothie and other delicacies The Samburu are a proud warriorrace of cattle-owning pastoralists, a section of the Maa-speaking people known for their blood drinking ceremony.

The blood drinking ceremony usually takes place during a vital graduation ceremony or Lmuget, a ritual that comes once every seven years and marks the middle of the 15-year period after which a junior Moran becomes a senior Moran or an elder. This also marks the time when he is recognized as a future leader and future family man, and is fully entrusted with the security of his community.

During the ceremony each Moran kills a cow by his bare hands and drinks blood directly from the fresh wound on the neck, a traditional way to remind them of this role that they have as the protectors of the community. No female is allowed to witness this part of the ceremony until the evening dance.

Blood can also be taken from living animals where it’s collected by making a tiny nick in the jugular of the cow with the help of a specially made arrow and drained into a cup. The wound is then quickly sealed with hot ash. There are at least 13 ways that blood can be prepared, and may form a whole meal.

The ceremony takes place in late August in a fertile region just south of Maralal, outside the village of Kisima on a plain big enough to house hundreds of families that will gather for the Moran’s graduation.

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The Thing To remember would be ThAT The fASTer we deAl wiTh depreSSion The beTTer. After a proper diagnosis from a doctor, the next stage is moving past the illness. Always ensure that as partners, you work together.

Showing support is one of the most helpful and healthiest things a partner could do.

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Ugandan dancehall artiste, AK47 passed away Monday night. The younger brother of Jose Chameleone, Weasel and Pallaso was pronounced dead on arrival at Nsambya Hospital. Reports indicate that he collapsed at the toilets of a bar and was found by friends who rushed him to hospital. AK47 who was a father to twins is eulogized as a young legendary musician who left too soon.

His death was announced by his brother Pallaso. X Access sends condolences to his family and friends.

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f we were to face the bare facts, then we know that when either individual in a relationship is undergoing depression then the whole relationship is depressed. And the reasons and causes of depression could be as limitless as the solutions to dealing with these problems.

First, we need to appreciate that depression is a disease and must be treated as such. The attitude we carry towards trying to solve the problem might determine the outcome of the situation. It must also be taken into account that being depressed is not by choice. Where most people can alternate between moods as easily as anything a person suffering from depression has no control over what they feel and in some cases why they are feeling it.

Consequently, in relationships where one or even both partners are depressed a definite strain can occur in the marriage, relationship or friendship. Which might eventually lead to feelings of resentment, frustration and anger because one partner might not know exactly which steps to take to get the other one out of a ‘funk’.

The thing to remember would be that the faster we deal with depression the better. If left to fester the results could be disastrous. Recognizing that there has been a shift in a relationship would probably be the easy part but reaching

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the conclusion that it is depression that a loved one is suffering from could be very hard. Everyone goes through slumps and it is easy to dismiss the initial signs of depression as a momentary mood swing. Some things to look out for would be withdrawal from social situations and activities, making excuses to be alone or even excessive drinking.

After a proper diagnosis from a doctor the next stage is moving past the illness.

Always ensure that, as partners, you work together. Showing support is one of the most helpful and healthiest things a partner could do. Even though he or she might not fully understand the factors surrounding the depression, showing that they are there and ready to help when need arises gives hope and assurance to the partner suffering from depression. It could be as simple as going for doctor’s visits together or spending more time together as a couple.

Communication has always been and will forever remain key for any relationship to flourish. Proper communication strengthens the bond between two people and produces a feeling of communion. During depression the urge to communicate might suffer although the need will be the imperative. Putting pressure on either partner to communicate is not ideal but the benefits that come from

communication are priceless. It would be more convenient to start on topics that are common to both partners and move on from there. Talking about feelings is the prime target and a spouse should be ready to hear things that might be shocking under normal circumstances.

Children should be involved in the treatment process but only to the extent to which it is necessary. They should be explained to what is happening in terms that they can comprehend and understand that one of their parents is going through an illness. It should be noted that a depressed spouse should not project their current feelings about themselves or their life on to their children because it would be detrimental to any child’s confidence.

Depression cannot be dealt with as a solo effort. No matter how quickly we might want the issue to go away very many factors must be taken into consideration when tackling the disease.

Showing love and support for a partner is about all anyone can do. A spouse should not blame themselves as being the cause of the depression and must also be patient during the healing process.

Keep in mind, depression like addiction is an episodic disease. There is always a chance of the illness reoccurring and a couple should be prepared for this likelihood.

Rapper Gkon has released a new song dubbed Mtu Mbaya Sana. Speaking to X Access, Gkon said the song is a feel good one. “I have done it Hipuka style, which is a combination of Kapuka and hip hop. In the song I am talking about the normal things we go through in life and at times you end up doing bad things without knowing. So basically you are confessing your wrong doings,” said Gkon. The song has been produced by Pacho Entertainment and the video will soon be out.

Rabbit’s Phy topping in Maisha Superstar

With the Maisha Magic termination date pushed to May, Maisha Superstar continues to sizzle as the final six contestants vocally battle it out on the mic. Since the show’s premier on TV, King Kaka’s rookie Phy has been topping in her performance. We all know Rabbit is renowned rapper in East Africa and it is no surprise his mentoring skills are putting Phy above other rookies. We can only wait to see whether it will be Phy, Spiritsoul,Richy Kaweesa,Myra,Damian Soul or Fil-ah who will clinch the golden Ksh1.2 million and a recording deal in the grand finale on May 4.

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ASK dr X Dear Dr x,

I AM WITH HIM OUT OF PITY

I have been with my boyfriend for just over 2 years but lately I am not into him. Sometimes I dodge him but I’ve run out of excuses. I just can’t find it in me to tell him I want to leave. He has stood with me in the toughest times in the past. When I lost all my money, house and everything I had to scammers, I almost lost my sanity but he was there to walk with me through it all. He picked me up and helped me build a new life. I care about him but I am certain I am no longer in love with him. What do I tell him?

—Mariam

Dear Mariam,

What a heart wrenching story.You are torn between duty and guilt. Many are times people have stayed with someone out of guilt or duty. And that is what you are doing. It is evident this man has done a lot for you and because of that you are scared of breaking his heart. But guess what

darling, it is an insult to put up with someone because you are indebted to them. That is what would hurt him more if he found out.

Since he has been an imperative part of your life, gather all the respect you have for him and courage then gently break it down to him. Of course it will hurt him and make you feel like crap

Send your agonising queries to drx@x-news.co.ke

but it has to be done. Do not stall any longer because you are leading him on for no reason. If there is no love then both of you have nothing to offer each other.

Thank him for everything he has been to you and then give him a chance to rebuild his life. You owe him that much.

Dr X.

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FASHIONScoop

jamil walji at his best

This is just spectacular!

The flirty gorgeous dress

This dress is guaranteed to turn heads.

White and gold or is it blue and black, we do not care, we love!

A Rare Touch Of Elegance

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enowned for his sophisticated couture designs, fashion designer, Jamil Walji, never disappoints. His latest collections dubbed The Moroccan bride features every bit of elegance, with the colours white and gold as the theme. And as the name suggests it was inspired by the Moroccan culture.

Walji used the fabrics charmeuse silk, net, chiffon, lace and satin for the collection which also comprises hand stitched embroidery. His other pieces have a more African feel with the use of the fabrics such as Ankara and kitenge incorporating the colours black and red. It was daring and unique. Suffice to say that no other designer can hold a candle to Jamil on this one.

Talk of couture elegance.

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Home Sweet hell Mona and Don are leaving a perfect life. They have a good home and have great jobs. Their life is disrupted when Don has an affair and Mona will stop at nothing to keep their lives intact.

Our rating: H H Rating: R Genre: Drama, Comedy Cast: Katherine Heigl, Jordana Brewster, Patrick Wilson time: 1hr 37 min Not worth a watch.

Cinderella 2015

Uniquely perfect!

Rating: R Genre: Action, Sci-Fi Cast: Hugh Jackman, Dev Patel, Sharlto Copley time: 1hr 54 mins

Rating: PG Genre: Fantasy, drama Cast: Cate Blanchett, Lily James and Helena Bonham Carter time: 1hr 45 mins.

Our rating: H H H

There have been various adaptations of the story Cinderella. But this one is definitely a must watch.

Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away. She now has to live with her cruel stepmother and her daughters who despise her immensely. Her fortunes soon change when she meets a handsome stranger.

Chappie

The visuals of the movie are great, however, the story development is a bit lacking. In the future, crime is controlled by a robot police force. Not many people are happy about this so a small group rebels by stealing one of the police droids and gives it new programming. The police robot can now think and feel for himself.

Our rating: H H

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WEATHERFORECAST

DAILYHOROSCOPES CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan19 You might do some painting or add decorative touches to the house. Even if you don’t have a fortune to spend, fresh flowers, plants, and pillows or area rugs can perk up a room. You might even shop for some new furniture. Have fun with your projects today, Capricorn!

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AQUARIUS Jan 20 - Feb 18 Some misunderstandings could cause confusion at home today, Aquarius. Your natural tact and diplomacy will certainly come in handy. Artistically, you may be inspired to work on a painting or short story that’s been in your head for a while.

27ºC 41%

PISCES Feb 19 - Mar 20 Even though communication may have been a bit strained lately, all that is forgotten as you delight in each other’s company. You may feel adventurous, so why not plan something a bit different for the day? Take a canoe trip down a local river or go see the new comedian in town.

WEDNEsday 18/03/2015

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TAURUS Apr 20 - May 20 You’re a sensitive and caring person, Taurus. Today you feel especially connected to your group, even those you don’t know well. Your kind nature brings healing to others and many benefits to you whether you’re aware of it or not. You should be feeling happy and upbeat.

GEMINI May 21 - Jun 21 There’s a chance you will receive an early morning visitor, Gemini. While it’s a surprise, it turns out to be a welcome one. This visitor is likely to come bearing gifts of some kind, either in the form of interesting news or encouraging words. Listen carefully, but beware of idle gossip.

CANCER Jun 22 - Jul 21 Your creative energies are at their peak, Cancer, so why not try writing, music, drawing, or painting? You will have to squeeze this creativity in between many errands, because the planets indicate you will take many short trips today.

LEO Jul 23- Aug 22 You will shine brightly at any social occasion, whether you’re the host or guest. You radiate warmth and enthusiasm. You draw people to you like a magnet. You may have some important news to share, so don’t be surprised if you can’t move for all the people gathered around you.

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VIRGO Aug 23- Sep 22 You should feel especially warm and supportive. Intimate conversations will come easily and naturally. Be sure to think before you speak. There’s some danger of misunderstanding, and you don’t want any arguments to upset this glorious day.

The Impostor —

SCORPIO Oct 23 - Nov 21 You may be somewhat distressed by the behavior of the people close to you. You’re at a loss to understand their thinking. You will find that when you stop thinking logically and let yourself feel emotionally, you will likely gain insight into their actions.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21 Everyone you know seems to be in a bad mood. However, you have the charm and persistence to pull them out from under that black cloud. Pay attention to any social invitations you receive, as you’re likely to make some important professional contacts if you go.

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1. It’s a family bike-Pst. McKenziem, Nairobi 2. Why mothers never let dads travel with kids alone-Sheila M., Nrb 3. I pity the one sitting on top of the exhaust pipe-Biki M., Nairobi

Kudos CS Amina for standing up for Kenya Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed is standing up for our best interests and this is commendable (X News, Page 5, March 16, 2015). She has urged the Japanese government to let Kenya assemble motorcycles locally

by Damon Galgut

South Africa post-apartheid is changing. After Adam loses his job to a black intern, he decides to move to Karoo. He secures an abandoned house at the edge of town. Adam keeps to himself as he tries to clean up and renovate the house. He hopes to write poetry and thinks it is a positive move; a return to his roots.

Things change when he meets Canning who claims to have attended the same school with him back in the day.

Canning claims Adam saved his life although he does not seem to have any recollection of it. Canning has inherited a vast game reserve. The property forces Adam to abandon his resolve to stick to his own company. He constantly spends time at Canning’s estate which may prove catastrophic to his well-being.

LIBRA Sep 23 - Oct 22 Perhaps you will strike up a conversation with a stranger who turns out to be an expert in a field you’re interested in. Or you may deepen a relationship with a casual acquaintance, who ends up a friend for life. Keep your heart open to whatever and whomever this day brings!

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Yesterday’s Solution

ARIES Mar 21 - Apr 19 Your inspiration and imagination are at their peak, Aries. You may want to try some kind of an artistic project. You’re sure to be pleasantly surprised by the results. You’re especially tuned in to the feelings of others, so don’t hesitate to act on your intuition.

INSTAMOMENTS

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could be a major win for the country.

Not only will it create jobs for the youth but will lower the cost of the vehicles.

As boda boda transport grows, some consumers like myself would like to purchase motorcycles for personal or

commercial use. The deal could help us achieve our respective goals. Kudos to the CS. -Nairobi resident

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CROSSWORD Across 1. Blind guess 5. Pat gently 10. ____ risk (be daring) 14. Own 15. Highway entrances and exits, typically 16. Topmost tip 17. Good humor 19. Nucleus 20. The Barber of Seville composer 21. Ties 22. Horizons 26. Graced 30. Pact 34. Come back, as a dream 35. Towel inscription 36. Day of the wk.

37. Many 39. Alan of “Growing Pains” 42. ___-de-sac 43. Eastern priest 47. Pale 48. Kind of church 51. Non-participant’s declaration 52. Projected outwards 54. Scalds, e.g.

57. Spiky cuts 62. Hear ____ drop 63. Dyed, as hair, perhaps 66. Heading on Santa’s list 67. Heep of “David Copperfield” 68. Pueblo Indian ceremonial room 69. Biting midge 70. Casting categories 71. Legal delay

Down 1. ____-pei (wrinkly Chinese dog) 2. ____’shanter (Scottish cap) 3. Bird, to Brutus 4. Actress Arthur, and namesakes 5. Wet your whistle 6. “I Care 4 U” singer 7. ASCAP counterpart 8. Fitting 9. With “E”, a crafter’s website 10. Form of intolerance 11. Happen ___: discover 12. Egghead 13. Cans 18. Informal eatery 21. The ___ Gees 23. Shirt tag abbr.

24. Sale tag abbr.

25. Cozy home 26. Make steady 27. Ease off 28. Cause of some food poisoning 29. “I Won’t Let the ____ Go Down on Me” 31. ____ Sketch (toy for budding artists) 32. Microwaves, informally 33. Young adults 38. Sheet of ice 40. Half of a touristy West Coast intersection 41. Cable company, often (abbr.)

44. Mortgage no.

45. ___-jongg 46. Wellesley grads 49. Bard work 50. Pharmacy chain 53. ___ Ark (biblical boat) 54. Firecracker sound 55. ___ arms (very angry) 56. Costa follower 58. Black-and-white fliers 59. Legal order 60. Polynesian beverage 61. Do in a dragon 63. Eccentric 64. Ending with arm or audit 65. 15%, maybe

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTIONS

DAILY WISDOM — Swahili saying

“War has no eyes.”

“When a king has good counselors, his reign is peaceful.”

— Ashanti proverb — Botswana proverb

“Peace does not make a good ruler.”

“A fight between grasshoppers is a joy to the crow.” — Lesotho proverb “There can be no peace without understanding.” — Senegalese proverb “If you can’t resolve your problems in peace, you can’t solve war.”

— Somalian proverb “When there is peace in the country, the chief does not carry a shield.”

— Ugandan proverb

“When two elephants fight, it is the grass that gets trampled.”

— Swahili saying

“Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.”

— West African proverb

“He who thinks he is leading and has no one following him is only taking a walk.”

— Malawian proverb

“An army of sheep led by a lion can defeat an army of lions led by a sheep.”

— Ghanaian proverb

“The reputation of a thousand years may be determined by the conduct of one hour.”

— Japanese Proverb

“For the human mind is seldom at stay: If you do not grow better, you will most undoubtedly grow worse.”

— Samuel Richardson

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I’m reclaiming winning spark, says Rudisha World 800m champion David Rudisha (pictured) says he is regaining his winning form after the season opener in the Sydney Track Classic on Saturday.

The Olympic champion won in a time of 1:45.0 but said he was not yet at his best. He expects to heighten preparations in coming weeks as he seeks to reclaim dominance in the two-lap race.

“I’m not where I should be… there’s a lot to do to get there. But winning in my first race of 2015 is great for me. Now I look ahead to bettering that,” he said.

Rudisha had a powerful final 200m stride after pulling away from Alex Rowe after the Australian had desperately tried to cling to the Kenyan champion’s heels in the hope of being dragged to a national record.

“Working on my finishing, which has been my strong point, is the next big thing. On the positive, I like how my body is reacting,” he said.

Rudisha will clash again with Rowe, Jeff Riseley and last year’s national champion Joshua Ralph at next Saturday’s Melbourne World Challenge meeting. The race will mark the opening leg of the 2015 IAAF World Challenge.

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NOT PRESSURED: Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq in action against India. He has admitted being under tremendous pressure to qualify for the World Cup quarter-finals but felt the burden now shifts to their lasteight opponents and tournament co-hosts Australia.

Relieved Misbah-ul-Haq says pressure now on Australia Captain Misbah-ul-Haq expects there will be less pressure on Pakistan in their World Cup quarter-final against Australia than there was in their must-win group game against Ireland.

Pakistan beat the Irish by seven wickets in Adelaide on Sunday, piping them to the last quarter-final place.

“This one we had to win, and everyone expected us to win because we were playing a non-Test nation,” he said.

“The boot will be on the other foot now. We have nothing to lose.”

Pakistan now remain in Adelaide for their last-eight game against the cohosts on Friday.

“If Australia know Adelaide Oval

well, we also have a good idea of what to expect. They will be the favourites but all the pressure will be on them,” said Misbah.

“One good spell or one good innings can change the course of a match. I think any team is beatable, especially in one-day cricket.

“Of course we can win the World Cup. We have the momentum. The

bowling is doing really well, the batting is beginning to do its part.

“We need to bat as well as we did today. Australia has a good bowling attack, so we need to put everything into that game.”

The Pakistan skipper also praised wicketkeeper-batsman Sarfraz Ahmed, who was recalled for their last two group games and anchored

the run chase against Ireland with an unbeaten century at the top of the order. “In the practice matches, Sarfraz was not up to the mark and he was not getting runs, so we left him out,” added Misbah.

“But when the batting did not click, we had no choice but to recall him and it has obviously worked well for us.”

Federer advances to third round in Indian Wells Roger Federer cruised into the third round of the BNP Paribas Open, dismissing Argentine Diego Schwartzman 6-4, 6-2 at Indian Wells, to set up a rematch with Andreas Seppi.

Federer, hoping to capture an unprecedented fifth Indian Wells title this week, brushed past the world No 63 Schwartzman in just over an hour on Sunday - and then gave an intriguing insight in to how he has kept himself at the top of his sport for so long.

The 33-year-old world No 2 will now face Seppi, who beat him 6-4 7-6 (7-5) 4-6 7-6 (7-5) at the Australian Open back in January. And Federer feels his decision to

EYES ON BIGGER PRIZE: Matthew Kisorio in a past race. The 2007 African Junior Champion in 5000m and 10,000m has his eyes fixed on clinching a ticket for August’s World Championships in Beijing.

not just ‘chase money or more tournament victories’ over the years has allowed him to stay competitive. “The idea was always (about) trying to be around the game for a long time,’ he said. ‘And for that in 2004, when I became world No. 1, I took a decision with my fitness coach at the time that we’re going to plan longterm. Whatever we will do, we will plan long-term. “Sure, we can chase money or more tournament victories. We can play more frequently, train harder, whatever we will do.

But we decided we will try to stay around 20 tournaments during the year, which is a lower number.”

Kisorio eyeing Beijing World Championships 2007 African Junior Champion in 5000m and 10,000m, Matthew Kisorio has his eyes fixed on clinching a ticket for August’s World Championships in Beijing.

This is after he failed to make a cut to March 28 for IAAF World Cross in Guiyang, China.

The Kenyan captain for the 2011 Punta Umbria World Cross and former African distance double champion finished third

two weeks ago during second First Lady’s Half Marathon to continue his fine form on the domestic form and is eyeing a place in the 10,000m squad for summer’s global showpiece.

However, the Punta Umbria World Cross fourth finisher says he has not given up on the famed green, red and black jersey he last wore in Spain before his results from the men 10,000m Trial for London 2012 Olympics

were cancelled after he tested positive for Norandrosterone after a test at the Nationals and banned for two years until July 10, 2014.

“I was expecting to make it to the World Cross but since I didn’t, it does not mean that’s the end of me or I’ve lost hope. I’ve never represented Kenya at the Worlds; it will be a dream come true if I make it,” Kisorio said.

Kisorio, who was in Kenya’s team

for 2014 Chiba International Ekiden that finished second behind Japan, will compete in three half marathon races abroad ahead of the July Trials for the global event that will be held in August.

The 25-year-old has been keeping his body in shape, winning local races at Ndakaini Half Marathon and Jaramogi Oginga Road Race in readiness for the national trials.

ROGER THAT! Roger Federer at the Indian Wells Masters.

Federer cruised into the third round of the BNP Paribas Open after dismissing Argentine Diego Schwartzman 6-4, 6-2 at Indian Wells, to set up a rematch with Andreas Seppi.

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close monitor: A Shabana player vies for the ball with a Kariobnangi Sharks opponent at Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium. Shabana won 1-0.

Shabana floors Kariobangi to stay on top of FKF league

Shabana made it three wins out of three when they overpowered Kariobangi Sharks 1-0 in a Football Kenya Premier League clash at Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium on Sunday.

Stephen Ocholla scored the valuable goal for the Gusii-based side when he tapped home three minutes to the final whistle.

Shabana launched the FKF run league

with a 1-0 win over Nakumatt followed by a similar result against Ligi Ndogo.

Elsewhere, West Kenya earned a 1-1 draw against Oserian. Philip Michuma scored for Oserian as West Kenya picked a crucial point courtesy of Johnstone Mukhwana.

In other weekend matches, Kakamega Homeboyz took the helm of FKF league

after beating Bidco United 3-2.

Bidco broke the deadlock after 21st minutes through Martin Wachira.

Homeboyz equalised through Dancan Ochieng six minutes later.

David Kasirie put the Kakamega-based side ahead late into the first half before Wachira equalised for United five minutes after restart. With six minutes

on the clock, Kasirie got his brace to send Leonard Saleh’s charges on top of the standings with seven points after three games.

Finlays won against Agrochemicals to move to 5th in the standings. Finlays Hillary Otieno set the ball rolling in fourth minute before Alex Makombo doubled the advantage after 28th minutes

in a one-sided clash at Oserian Stadium.

Brian Asewe scored the host’s third 10 minutes into the second half before Agro scored a consolation goal through Melvin Kariuki in 73rd minute. In Mbaraki Stadium, Mombasa, Modern Coast tied 0-0 draw with visiting Posta Rangers.

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reds’ huge slice of luck

Jordan Henderson’s deflected goal earns Brendan Rodgers’ vital victory in race for top 4

Liverpool moved within two points of the Champions League places and stretched their unbeaten run to 13 league games with a hard-earned win at Swansea.

Swansea dominated the first half but, thanks to Simon Mignolet’s fine saves from Bafetimbi Gomis and Gylfi Sigurdsson, it was goalless at the interval.

Liverpool were vastly improved after the restart and scored a fortuitous winner when Jordi Amat’s clearance deflected off Jordan Henderson and into the net.

The Reds remain fifth in the Premier League table but are just two points behind fourthplaced Manchester United, who they host on Sunday.

The mouth-watering prospect of that match at AnON A ROLL: Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson celebrates his goal. The Reds’ 1-0 over Swansea moves them within two points of the Champions League places.

field served as inspiration for Liverpool, who were aiming to seize on the indifferent recent form of their rivals for the top four.

Their fluid five-man midfield controlled possession early on, while Gomis had the first genuine chance as his low shot was pushed away by Mignolet.

Their frustration was typified by yellow cards for Henderson and Raheem Sterling but, having withstood so much pressure, they might have been relieved to enter the break on level terms.

Liverpool emerged for the second half a different team, with Coutinho and Joe Allen both forcing Lukasz Fabianski into saves.

Rodgers’ side increased the tempo and, moments after bringing on club captain Steven Gerrard, they took the lead in fortuitous circumstances.

Henderson bore down on goal and, although Amat got to the ball first, his sliding clearance hit the Liverpool midfielder and looped into the net.

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