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Visram vows to kick out cartels as search for new CJ begins J

ustice Alnasir Visram has today pledged to get rid of cartels in the judiciary if appointed Chief Justice saying he is the number one enemy of corruption.

“I am enemy number one to cartels” Justice Visram told the recruiting panel of Judicial Service Commissioners as the search for the next Chief Justice began today morning.

The Appellate Court judge was the first to face the interview panel with five others also set to be interviewed this week as JSC moves to fill the gap left by Dr Willy Mutunga who retired in mid-June this year.

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Justice Alnasir Visram during his interview by the Judicial Service Commission today morning. He was the first to face the panel and vowed to kick out cartels in the judiciary.

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Japan grants Kenya Sh10 billion as Nairobi TICAD summit ends

The Japanese Government has extended a Sh10 billion grant to Kenya for building food security and sustainable agriculture as well as strengthening healthcare systems.

Speaking after holding bilateral talks with Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, President Uhuru Kenyatta said the gesture demonstrated the enduring cooperation with Japan.

“We discussed issues pertaining to the implementation of infrastructure programmes; health resilience; social inclusivity as well as skills and technology transfer which were essentially, the main thematic areas of focus during the just concluded Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI),” he said.

The Head of State lauded Japan’s presence in infrastructure projects ranges from roads, ports and airports to power plants.

His comments come after Japanese, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, told delegates Tokyo would commit Sh3 trillion in public and private support for infrastructure development, education and healthcare expansion in the continent in Africa.

“We signed an important document, titled, ‘Promotion and Protection of Investment, which we expect will spur Japanese private sector investments in Kenya.

Present during our discussions this evening were some Japanese Chief Executive Officers who attended the TICAD VI Conference,” he said.

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When Japan descended on Africa with goodies

Front row (from left to right): Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, President Uhuru Kenyatta, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) and Chad’s President Idriss Deby and other African heads of state and governments pose for a group photo after the Opening Session of the Sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI) in Nairobi, Kenya, on August 27, 2016. A total of 35 heads of state and governments in Africa attended the conference which was being held outside of Japan for the first time.

Japan pledged up to Sh3 trillion to be invested in African infrastructure, healthcare systems and other projects meant to boost the economy in the next three years. Last evening, President Kenyatta and the Japanese Primier signed further bilateral agreements where Japan pledged Sh10 billion to fund various projects in the country.

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Kenya gets Sh10bn as Nairobi TICAD conference ends

“I remain confident that the presence of these Japanese CEOs who accompanied the Prime Minister will translate into increased Japanese investments in Kenya and in Africa as a whole.

Indeed, I welcome Japan’s key role in infrastructure development in Kenya in the areas of transport, energy, water irrigation and ICT.” President Kenyatta further applauded the Government of Japan for continued support in improving capacity and efficiency of the Mombasa Port which is the gateway to Eastern and Central Africa. The two leaders recognized the need of the joint sustainable development of the Mombasa (Dongo Kundu) Special Economic Zone.

During the bilateral talks held at State House Nairobi, the two leaders confirmed their commitment to pursue and realise this imperative based on the Memorandum of Understanding between the two Governments signed on August 28, 2016 in Nairobi.

Prime Minister Abe on his part announced that Government of Japan will further strengthen its support for Ol Karia Geothermal Power Development projects through ODA loan and technical cooperation.

The two leaders emphasised the need to improve infrastructure connectivity within the East African region, and the African continent as a whole.

President Kenyatta thanked the Government of Japan for its continued partnership in connecting Kenya with the rest of Africa, and invited investments from Japan in the development of the Lamu Port South Sudan Ethiopia (LAPSSET) development corridor.

The Prime Minister also expressed support for Africa sending a permanent member to the UN Security Council by 2023, and called for cooperation in working towards UNSC reform.

The two leaders acknowledged that direct air connectivity between Kenya and Japan can play a key role in the promotion of trade, investment and tourism. They recognised the need of a framework in the future to allow for operation of direct flights between the two countries.

President Kenyatta appealed to Japan to take cognisance of the improved security environment in Kenya and requested Japan to revise its travel advisory in order to promote Japanese tourism and business travel to Kenya.

The two leaders emphasised the importance of

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (R) and President Uhuru Kenyatta (L) shake hands during the closing session of the Sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI) in Nairobi yesterday.

Japan pledged a Sh10 billion grants to Kenya for development.

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developing infrastructure for water storage and irrigation to build resilient agricultural production systems for improved livelihoods in order to adapt to the impact of climate change and to realize food security, better nutrition and sustainable agriculture.

They stressed the need to continue supporting

progressive increase of irrigated agricultural production through technical cooperation.

The two leaders further underscored the importance of encouraging public private partnership, in areas of crop, livestock, fisheries and blue economy value chains.

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Visram: I’ll wipe out cartels in the judiciary Justice Alnasir Visram has today pledged to get rid of cartels in the judiciary if appointed Chief Justice saying he is the number one enemy of corruption.

“I am enemy number one to cartels” Justice Visram (pictured) told the recruiting panel of Judicial Service Commissioners as the search for the next Chief Justice began today morning.

The Appellate Court judge was the first to face the interview panel with five others also set to be interviewed this week as JSC moves to fill the gap left by Dr Willy Mutunga who retired in midJune this year.

And the interviews commenced even as the High Court ordered JSC to reconsider applicants who were not shortlisted to be interviewed for positions of CJ, Deputy Chief Justice and Supreme Court judges.

High Court Judge Justice George Odunga also ordered JSC not to forward any names to the President for appointment to those positions until those who were left out in the shortlisting are given a chance to be interviewed.

He faulted JSC for relying on reports from other state bodies to deny the applicants a chance without giving them an opportunity to be heard and further directed JSC to provide all public information relating to the shortlisting of candidates.

There was uproar in July when renowned academician Prof Makau Mutua was left out among those shortlisted for interviews.

Also missing was Supreme Court Judge Jackton Ojwang as well as former director of the Ethics and Corruption Commission Justice Aaron Ringera. JSC shortlisted Justices Alnashir Visram, Smokin Wanjala, Roselyne Nambuye,

Affirmative action worked against women, says lobby

A lobby group has claimed that the two thirds gender rule entrenched in the 2010 constitution worked against women in the 2013 General Elections. The National Women steering Committee (NWSC) said the provision was not well understood by voters who shunned voting for women arguing they have their preserved seats.

The organization’s coordinator Daisy Amdany said as much as the provision has good intention in achieving the 30 percent gender rule, it worked against women aspirants.

“Most voters were asking why they should vote for a woman candidate and they already have their special seats,” Amdany said.

She was speaking early today during the release of a report on ‘status of women, 2016’ at a Nairobi hotel. She said voters should be enlightened that despite the existence of the position of woman representative and the nomination slots for women, women still have a right to contest other elective positions.

IEBC Deputy Chairperson Lilian Mahiri Zaja who was also present urged women to fight for their positions in politics.

“I want to tell women to fight for their positions, as much as some of the seats are for women, they must also fight to be elected in order to achieve the two-thirds gender rule,” Zaja said. @sam_x254

David Maraga, Mbogholi Msagha and Nzamba Kitonga.

But Prof Yash Pal Ghai and Trusted Human Rights Alliance moved to court seeking orders to compel JSC to provide information on criteria used to shortlist candidates for the three positions.

Lawyer Arnold Magina also filed a suit against

the interviews and wanted the selection stopped on grounds that it was flawed. He called for more scrutiny of the qualifications of the applicants regarding experience, academic excellence and integrity.

At the Supreme Court building, Justice Visram sort to convince the panel that he is the best candidate to succeed Mutunga.

He praised the former CJ accrediting him with professionalizing and institutionalizing the judiciary.

“His approach to focus on four pillars of reforms was excellent. The next Chief Justice should pick up from here with more IT reform,” he said.

But he was put to task by Attorney General Githu Muigai who sought his views on a number of critical issues including the death penalty, abortion, same sex marriages and regulation of religion.

“I would impose the death penalty if the situation was absolutely clear and I had no choice in the matter,” Justice Visram said.

“In the case of abortion, the constitution allows for it, I’ll honour that,” he added.

“Kenya allows for same sex female marriages customarily but not male, your views? Posed Prof Muigai.

“Of same sex marriages among men, I’ll consider the matter if the case comes to my desk, not now,” Visram answered.

Commissioner Tom Ojienda also sought to question Justice Visram record on free speech and asked whether Kenyans should be worried if he becomes Chief Justice.

“I respect free speech, not irresponsibility in its use, Kenyans shouldn’t worry,” Visram stated.

While maintaining that he appears moderate, he advocates for progressive and sometimes activist rulings.

“I am generally at the center, but progressive.

Sometimes a judge needs to be an activist. I am for progressive jurisprudence,” he said. @peter_x254

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We have made positive strides in the healthcare sector, DP Ruto tells the world Kenya has stepped up efforts geared towards the attainment of universal health coverage in the country with the strengthening of essential medical services, Deputy President William Ruto has said.

Ruto cited increased budgetary allocation to the health sector, free maternal services for women and the launch of the Beyond Zero Campaign.

“To demonstrate this commitment, the ongoing implementation our devolved system of governance combined with enhanced priority for health within our budget, has resulted in an increase of budgetary allocation to health by 55 per cent,” he said.

He was speaking during the closure of Universal Health Coverage in Africa held at KICC at the side-lines of the sixth TICAD forum.

The DP announced that the government support Global Fund on health to a tune of KSh507 million to fight diseases and accelerate the attainment of Universal Health Coverage.

He acknowledged that huge disparities in accessing health services exist and it is important to ensure that no one is left behind, to save lives and create more inclusive and thriving communities.

“Let me thank Japan for its 80 billion pledge to Universal Health Coverage. Kenya will make a pledge of 500 million up from 200 million pledge in the spirit of shared solidarity and responsibility,” the DP disclosed.

Ruto said the government’s move to increase spending in the health sector was aimed at improving service delivery systems for primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare.

“Such investments continue to yield visible results including improved availability of quality healthcare services, enhanced equity in accessing and utilizing primary and specialized medical care, and affordability of services,” he added.

However, the Sh500 million will not leave Kenya; it will be reinvested in the local programmes supported by Global Fund. “Kenya is leading the way in showing that middleand low-income countries can invest strongly together with high-income countries to create adequate resources to end HIV, tuberculosis and malaria as epidemics while building sufficient systems for health to accelerate progress toward universal health coverage in Africa,” Mark Dybul, executive director of Global Fund said.

In the last two financial years, the Kenyan government allocated about Sh5.4 billion in the fight against HIV, TB and malaria and building of health systems in the country. @wilson_x254

Allow IEBC to conduct your primaries, parties told

Political parties have been asked to allow the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to conduct their nominations to ensure democracy and fairness in the primaries.

Major political parties have had serious fall-outs with members arising from past bangled nomination processes.

And IEBC Deputy Chairperson Lilian Mahiri Zaja believes nothing much has changed in the management of affairs political parties hence the need for fair nominations.

She argued that allowing the electoral body to conduct the primaries will ensure the right candidates get nominated.

“A lot of issues pertaining to nomination within political parties have not been addressed since 2013, many people were shortchanged,” Zaja said.

While unveiling the Jubilee Party which is set to be launched next month, President Uhuru Kenyatta said IEBC will conduct the nominations for the party to ensure fairness. Those calls have since received mixed reactions with the opposition rejecting them.

However, Zaja supported the calls.

“The President just said what is in the constitution that we should be conducting nominations and I support him on that,” she said. The proposal was however rejected by Cord leader Raila Odinga and a cross-section of Members of Parliament.

Odinga said IEBC should keep off party nominations.

Zaja pointed out that article 88(d) and 90 gives the electoral commission power to conduct and supervise party nominations.

“The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and, in particular the regulation of the process by which parties nominate candidates for elections,” reads article 88 of the constitution.

Her calls came even as Wiper Party joined those opposed to the move.

IEBC deputy chairperson Lillian Mahiri-Zaja speaks today at the Stanley Hotel in nairobi where she urged politiocal parties to allow the electoral body to conduct their nominations. PHOTO: Gitobu Ikunda/X News

Party chairman David Musila said that they would not submit their nomination process to be handled by the electoral agency saying they would instead embrace an internal body.

The Kitui Senator said that the yet to be formed commission would have its hands full preparing for the General Election due to the limited time they have, saying adding the nomination role would be overstretching the electoral body.

“We shall not use the services of IEBC to conduct our primaries. Everyone knows that a new team will be formed as will mandated to handle the General Election. They will not have time for party nominations,” Musila said at a fundraising in Mwingi on Sunday.

But Zaja maintans stakes in the next general elections will be high hence the need for fair and credible primaries.

“Stakes in the next general elections will be very high, people now know the role of each of the representatives of the elective positions and we also know that in some areas nominations are very important that the actual election itself,” Zaja said political parties are public entities and funded by public funds hence should be accountable to the people through a democratic process in their nominations.

“Parties have ceased to be individuals entities, they are funded by the public and therefore they must have a natural character of democracy and also support gender related issues,” Zaja said.

“We want to see political parties giving women positions if indeed they are democratic, they must be on the forefront in championing the women agenda,” she added. @sam_x254

Mutua begins countrywide tours to sell Chap Chap ideologies

Chap Chap party leader Alfred Mutua (right) shakes hands with Bungoma senator Moses Wetangula when they met at a public function in Busia on Sunday. Looking on is Busia senator Amos Wako.

Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua has condemned divisive politics and called on leaders to embrace unity.

Speaking at Uganda Martyrs Busia Catholic Church Parish, Mutua said the biggest challenge facing Kenyans is not the individual leaders but the politics of poverty that the poor leadership capitalises on.

“We have allowed politics of poverty to dominate our social fabric and that has kept us despite all the efforts that we put in as a people,” Mutua said.

The Machakos Governor said his development

philosophy of Maendeleo Chap Chap was keen to fight poverty in a speedy manner in order to improve people’s wellbeing.

Mutua thanked the people of Busia for peaceful coexistence saying he is encouraged by the manner Luhyas and Tesos have continued to live harmoniously over the years.

Mutua was attending a fundraising to construct a new church building at the parish.

Governor Mutua who was hosted by Busia Governor Sospeter Ojaamong was welcomed by thousands of

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Africa secures Sh3 trillion from TICAD (VI) forum

Japan has pledged Sh3 trillion worth of support to the African continent.

The said amount would be used to fight infectious diseases, resilient healthcare systems, promote structural economic transformation and social stability for shared prosperity.

Kenya, through the adoption of a three year plan dubbed the Nairobi Declaration, will be a major beneficiary of the said money.

Speaking during a closing ceremony for the just-concluded sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI), President Uhuru Kenyatta said the implementation of the Nairobi Declaration will transform Africa’s economy.

“All the outcomes we have agreed during the conference together through discussion debates, negotiations and dialogue have every hope of not just being implemented but bring about the kind of transformative change that we all want for our continent,” said president Kenyatta.

Through the declaration, Africa and Japan will promote economic diversification and industrialisation with a focus on agriculture, quality infrastructure and public private partnerships.

The three-year plan will also see health systems strengthened by increasing funding in the sector and promoting education, training and development for quality health services.

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“I want to particularly thank the Government of Japan for believing in the future of this continent and for seeking actively to forge a shared future of prosperity with us, rather than trying to do things for us, for seeking to be a partner to Africa, rather than being a professional friend,” President Kenyatta

added.

The conference that attracted about 10,000 delegates has also seen about 22 companies from Japan and Africa sign 73 Memoranda of Understanding.

“Japan will continue to support Africa’s development to be led by Africa and for Africa,” said Kenyatta. @enock_x254

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Jambojet to begin offering on board advertising

President Uhuru Kenyatta (Right) at the just-concluded TICAD forum.

Japan will also work with Africa in combating terrorism, illegal trafficking, countering illicit trade, and corruption through strengthening capacity for cross border surveillance, as well as exchange of information and cooperation at regional, continental and international levels.

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Low cost carrier Jambojet has partnered with Global Onboard Partners to be the first airline in the region to offer onboard advertising a move that will generate ancillary revenue for the airline.

“This partnership opens up a new revenue opportunity for the airline.

We are happy to offer this new medium on advertising using Global Onboard Partners technology on our aircrafts. We are constantly looking for opportunities such as this one that enable us to generate non-ticket revenue,” said Jambojet CEO Willem Hondius.

Jambojet will be the first carrier in the region to offer on-board advertising following the partnership with the leading in-flight graphic and digital advertising company. The partnership will take effect by the end of this month.

Mr. Hondius noted the value to advertisers who can now offer products and services to a captive audience of over half a million passengers over the course of a year is unparalleled in the region.

Global Onboard Partners is the only media company in the world holding the required certification to place advertisements in the most desirable locations throughout each aircraft including the outside of traditional tray tables and overhead bins, bulkhead wall among other key locations. @kevin_x254

BuSINESS DIARY World Bank Group commits Sh111 billion

Networking event at the Nairobi Garage The Nairobi Garage, one of the country’s leading incubators, will on Thursday, September 1 host an event dubbed ‘After Office Hours: How to build a Financial Model’. The affair, to be held at 6:00 PM at the Nairobi Garage along Chiromo Road in

Nairobi, invites attendees to network and share experiences with likeminded individuals.

The Nairobi Garage is Africa’s first co-working office for startups, entrepreneurs and young & innovative businesses.

Indo Africa ICT Expo at KICC Kenya’s ICT Authority will on Thursday, September 1 host this year’s edition of the Indo Africa ICT Expo from 8:00 AM. The event is an annual Expo, focusing on ICT and Telecommunications sectors, hosted by the ICT Authority of Kenya and brings together businesses

from both India and Africa.

The affair will run from Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 8:00 AM to Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 6:00 PM. It will be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, along Harambee Avenue, in Nairobi.

to upgrade marginalized Northern region Kenya is set to benefit from a $1.1 billion (Sh111 billion) kitty the World Bank has pledged to commit towards upgrading the country’s Northern and North Eastern counties.

World Bank President Jim Yong Kim says $150 million (Sh15.2 billion) of the amount will be used to fund critical investments in Energy, $300 million (Sh30.4 billion) to fund Water and sanitation, $200 million (Sh20.3 billion) to improve agriculture sector whereas the remaining $500 million (Sh50.7 billion) would be used to upgrade the Isiolo-Mandera road.

Mr. Yong Kim noted that World Bank’s Investment in the said region will unlock and create opportunities for the more marginalized regions to develop in line with the rest of the country saying he will closely work with the government to solve the refugee crisis in the region.

“There are over 65 million displaced people in the world. World Bank is involved to solve this crisis, with plans in place to create jobs

and a conducive environment for the refugees equally, we intend to build Kenya’s capacity to help manage the refugee crisis,” noted Mr. Yong Kim. The World Bank will also widen its development approach with a focus on service delivery and operations and maintenance in the Counties. The initiative will also seek to improve water access to rural communities through efficient use of devices known as the Merty Aquifers and water harvesting to provide adequate water.

This initiative will focus on an integrated investment infrastructure program that is essential for economic development and for improving people’s basic living conditions.

These projects are set for Board approval in 2017 and 2018. The Counties set to benefit from the drive include Garissa, Isiolo, Mandera, Lamu, Wajir, Marsabit, Tana River, Turkana, Samburu, and West Pokot where farmers and herders will be supported to double productivity thus enhancing food security.

The current World Bank’s portfolio in Kenya is about $5.5 billion (Sh557 billion) in size.

In the last two years, the World Bank has committed almost $2 billion (Sh203 billion) of International Development Association (IDA) resources.

Yong Kim expressed optimism that the just-concluded Sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI) has opened doors to Kenya’s business and investment opportunities.

The conference, which took place in Nairobi from August 27 to August 28, saw about 22 companies from Japan and Africa locking down 73 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in various sectors including energy, infrastructure, private equity and agribusiness among others.

These MoUs will strengthen the trade relationship between Japan and Africa, encouraging more partnerships with the private sector of both regions. @enock_x254

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Data availability vital for development of IT sector, software experts say MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016

Data availability will be a crucial element in the development of the country’s Information and Technology (IT) sector, a report by tech company Veeam Software has revealed.

Veeam Software experts state that technology is needed to enable African enterprises to overcome the challenges of data growth while creating employment opportunities for thousands of people.

The tech solutions provider hosted its Veeam V-Club event in Nairobi to provide senior IT decision makers with a forum to discuss current trends in the market impacting their IT environments. Veeam’s V-Club is a global event concept, hosted by Veeam in association with alliance partners, Senior IT decision makers from the insurance, financial services, aviation and tertiary education sectors.

The event, which was held in association with NetApp, a Veeam global alliance partner, came to a general agreement that the pressure is on for businesses to ensure high levels of uptime and availability. Claude Schuck, regional manager for Africa at Veeam, emphasised that digital technologies are reshaping the way business is done.

“Organisations are expected to be faster, mobile, social, digital, and

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Olympia Capital Holdings Limited was the week’s top gainer after edging upwards by 16.7 per cent. The share price was up to Sh2.80 from the previous week’s close of Sh2.40. The stock maintained the best performing position for the second week a row, due to local investors being net buyers moving 40,800 shares over the week’s trading. Yearto-date, its share price has shed 41.7 per cent of its value.

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Co-operative Bank Limited was the week’s top laggard stock, plummeting by 23.4 per cent in its share price over the course of the week’s trading. Co-operative Bank Ltd’s shares ended at Sh10.80 from their previous closing price of Sh14.10. The stock was the week’s top loser due to investors being net sellers following the Presidential assent to the interest capping bill. Year-to-date, its share price has shed 40.0 per cent of its value.

on-demand all of the time, and the business demands of the digital world have changed the way decision-makers approach their technology solutions.

IT requires enabling solutions to help meet the expectations of being AlwaysOn,” says Schuck. Schuck added that the Always-On Enterprise, an initiative from Veeam Solutions, drives more services from the data centre that are coupled with a growing amount of data.

Patrick Maphopha, Africa Chief Technology Officer and Technology Evangelist at NetApp, and a speaker at the event, highlighted data and information management solutions for next generation data centres.

“IT is being asked to help set the business apart in a global, digital, and mobile world. A set of business imperatives are driving new opportunities for IT and while these imperatives aren’t new, the

digital revolution has heightened their speed and necessity. Everything must be faster and more transparent,” said Maphopha.

“Every organisation is trying to determine how it can move quickly and confidently to a future where the cloud is core to its strategy,” added Maphopha. Veeam’s V-Club roundtable provided an opportunity to Kenyan CIOs and senior IT decision makers to

engage with their peers and share their knowledge and experience around availability and the challenges and opportunities presented by the growing amount of data stored and operated by the modern enterprise.

“New digital technologies are enabling customers to experiment with new ways of operating their business,” concluded Schuck. @kevin_x254

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Cytonn posts Sh630 million net profit MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016

Cytonn Investments has posted a net profit of Sh630.8 million for the 2015 Financial Year driven by strong performance in the real estate investments.

An audited financial report released at Cytonn’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) has highlighted the company’s strong balance sheet, which currently has a total asset base of Sh 6.5 billion.

Cytonn delivered a return on equity of 42.7 per cent with a total equity at Sh 3.6 billion buoyed by the company’s diversified real estate portfolio and high yielding investment solutions, delivering robust performance built on a strong and efficient operational base.

“Our strategy to focus on the attractive alternative investment opportunities, which exist in Kenya and the region, drove our performance,” said Edwin Dande, Cytonn’s Chief Executive Officer.

“For any great firm, it is important to have great people, products, processes and a strong distribution platform, which we have now built at Cytonn. Our focus on real estate, private equity and structured products has delivered attractive returns to our shareholders, clients and partners,” he added.

He confirmed that Cytonn’s strong partnerships with global financing partners such as Taaleri of Finland, committed local partners, combined with a strong research capability further drove the firm’s profits

during the period under review.

With Kenya’s annual housing deficit estimated at 200,000 units annually, Cytonn’s focus on delivering institutional grade real estate, encompassed by a platform with a strong brand and a focus on execution has driven the company’s total investment portfolio to 14 developments, and Sh 73 billion worth of projects under mandate.

Elizabeth Nkukuu, CFA and Cytonn’s Chief Investment Officer said the firm has over 1,200 acres under development, combined with a strong private equity pipeline.

“We are confident that with our unique strategy of coupling supply and demand will be a catalyst for growth in the market.

Our fundamental objectives are to address the housing shortage, create employment opportunities, help in deepening of the capital markets, and play our part in the growth of our economy,” explained Nkukuu.

“For our shareholders and joint venture partners, 2015 was a great year, as can be seen by our financial performance. Cytonn has delivered great numbers, registering profits of Sh 631 million for the group,” said Prof. Daniel Mugendi, Cytonn’s Chairman.

“With the continued attractive investment opportunity in Kenya and the region, and with the committed team at Cytonn, I believe we shall continue to contribute to economic growth, creating jobs and improve the standards of living,” added Prof. Mugendi. @enock_x254

Mr. Edwin H. Dande Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer at Cytonn Investments Management Limited.

Bamburi announces plans to Barclays posts Sh5.8Bn profit increase cement capacity by following strong performance by Corporate and Business segments 1.7m tons to meet demand Bamburi Cement Ltd has unveiled plans to increase its cement capacity by 1.7 million tons in a bid to meet an increasing market demand for its product.

Bamburi’s Board h announced the approval of Phase 1 of a capacity expansion project in both Kenya and Uganda, which will increase cement capacity by 1.7 million tons at an approximate cost of Sh8.3 billion, in order to serve its markets better. The Board further stated that the Group is in advance studies on embarking on Phase 2 of its expansion that aims to solidify the Group’s position as the lowest cost producer in the region.

The cement maker recently announced a 46 per cent rise in full-year pre-tax profit to Sh8.46 billion, buoyed by increased sales and investment income and foreign exchange gains.

The Group also reported an operating profit of Sh4.1 billion, despite a highly competitive market, through expansion of innovative solutions, and continued effective cost management. Group turnover for the period under review however dropped slightly to Sh19.1 billion from Sh19.3 billion.

This slight decrease, felt in the first quarter of 2016, was due to slowed construction activity, mainly in the individual home builder segment in Kenya, which was affected by the higher level of interest rates experienced in the last half of 2015, together with the slight reduction in exports to

Inland African markets.

“Our 2016 half year results further demonstrate the progress we have made in the Group to deliver consistent, competitive and responsible growth,” the Board said in a statement issued late last week. In this half year, the Group paid out corporation taxes of Sh2 billion, up from Sh1.2 billion paid in the prior half year. Cash generated from operations in the half year was Sh2.3 billion, after tax payments.

“We are pleased to have delivered and sustained our first half results from what was achieved in the same period in 2015. The approval of the Phase 1 capacity increase investment decision highlights the Group’s confidence that the long term outlook for the sector remains positive,” Bamburi Managing Director, Bruno Pescheux stated.

“The expansion also underscores our belief of the continued projected growth in all East African economies, underpinned by a robust construction industry and that the demand for cement and cement related products is expected to continue to rise. Our focus will continue to be on our Customers providing them with innovative value adding propositions, combined with effective cost management, and to continue to remain flexible to anticipate and respond to external factors in the region,” he concluded. @kevin_x254

Barclays Bank of Kenya has announced a pre-tax profit of Sh5.8 billion for the period ended June 30 2016 recording a 15 per cent year-on-year growth in lending which increased to Sh153 billion following a strong performance by Corporate Banking and Business Banking which grew by 38 per cent and 15 per cent respectively.

Customer deposits grew by 12 per cent to Sh183 billion, largely attributed to growth in Retail deposits.

In addition, continued investments in corporate Banking solution systems led to an appreciable growth in the corporate deposits in the period under review.

Net interest income increased by 11 per cent to Sh11.1 billion, up from Sh10 billion in the same period last year on the back of growth in interest-earning assets despite pressure from declining net interest margins.

Non Funded Income grew by 7 per cent, contributing 32 per cent to total earnings, largely supported by Bancassurance and foreign exchange trading. The year-on-year growth in income from Bancassurance and foreign exchange trading was 275 per cent and 54 per cent respectively, proof that the bank’s diversification strategy is yielding fruit.

During the period under review, Impairment charge increased from Sh586 million in June 2015 to sh.

2billion in June 2016.The total capital to risk weighted assets for the bank as at end of H1 was 18 per cent against a regulatory limit of 14.5 per cent.

“We are pleased to have posted strong balance sheet growth in a challenging external business environment in the first half of the year. In addition, the perceived impact of the news of Barclays PLC reducing their investment in Barclays Africa at a time when the

industry was facing a confidence crisis following the placement of three banks under statutory management, was critical for us to manage, and we are grateful to our customers for their continued trust in our business and what we can accomplish,” said Jeremy Awori, Managing Director, Barclays Bank of Kenya.

During the period under review, Barclays became the first international bank in Kenya to launch Agency Banking in partnership with the Postal Corporation of Kenya, opening up an additional 181 service outlets across the country. The bank also opened two branches in Kitengela and Garden City in a bid to bring its services closer to the people. This brings its total branch network to 122.

“Barclays Africa’s Group results for the first half confirm that the bank is strong across its operations on the continent and we are confident about our future and destiny in Kenya and across Africa. This is a clear indication that our strategy to continue diversifying our portfolio while strengthening our core businesses is paying off,” he added.

“Going forward, we will continue implementing our growth strategy which is strongly anchored on enhancing the customer experience while yielding more value for all our stakeholders,” said Jeremy Awori.

“Consequently, we will continually engage our resources towards identifying, testing and introducing new innovations that will enhance efficiency, lower costs, delight customers and open up new opportunities for growth,” he added. @kevin_x254

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State measures reduce cases of poaching by over 80 per cent

MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016

Poaching in Kenya has reduced by over 80 per cent in the last few months due to stringent measures that the government has put in place, Margaret Mwakina Principle Secretary for the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources has confirmed.

“Almost all African countries are with Kenya. I the call to protect the endangered species, let us unite and ensure that all the domestic markets are closed,” said Dr. Mwakina.

Speaking in Nairobi on Monday, the PS noted that the government had ramped up its efforts to ensure that Kenya’s animals are protected on a round-theclock basis.

Mwakina was speaking during a stakeholders briefing on preparations for the 17th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP17) to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) to be held next month in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In total, Kenya has submitted fourteen proposals covering a wide range of wild species, including the African elephant, African Pangolins, species of snakes endemic to Kenya, the thresher Sharks, species of chameleons, plant species and others on measures to combat illegal wildlife trafficking.

Over 180 proposals are lined up for discussion, as agenda items of the Conference that will bring together 183 States that are Parties to the Convention.

The Parties will take critical decisions on wildlife trade policy and the scope of regulatory control over international trade in specific wild species.

The CITES Convention is an international framework for regulation of trade in certain endangered species of wild animals and plants to ensure use of such species is sustainable and not detrimental to their survival in the wild.

“Kenya remains committed to playing its rightful role in ensuring that

international trade in endangered species of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival in the wild,” added Mwakina.

That is why Kenya has been lobbying Parties to the CITES Convention to ensure discussions of the proposals bear this intention in mind.

Mwakina reiterated that Kenya’s proposals, especially on listing the African Elephant on Appendix I, is further informed by the call made by President Uhuru Kenyatta during the

burning of country’s ivory stockpile in April. The proposals, which are supported by 28 other African States and Sri Lanka, are meant to offer the highest level of protection for the species under CITES’ framework.

The listing proposal is accompanied by four other complimentary proposals also supported by the 28 other African States: closure of domestic ivory markets, management of stockpiles and suspension of decision-making mechanism process and control of

trade in live elephants.

Mwakina called on all delegates attending the Johannesburg conference to familiarise themselves with the country proposals and, as much as possible, seek any clarification from her as the Head of Government delegation or her designated alternate heads of delegate (s) on any issue regarding the country’s position. @Lenah_x254

A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) ranger stands guard in front of a burning pile of elephant tusks during an ivory burning event at the Nairobi National Park in Nairobi, Kenya, 30 April 2016.

Low global oil prices help Total Kenya post Sh1.56 billion pre-tax profit for first six months of 2016 Total Kenya Limited has announced a pre-tax profit of Sh1.56 billion for the half year period ended June 30, 2016 mainly attributed to low international oil prices witnessed during the period under review.

This represents a 37 per cent growth compared to similar period in 2015, where the firm posted a pre-tax profit of Sh1.13 billion.

Maurice K’Anjejo, the firm’s Cooperate Affairs Manager attributes the growth to the efforts and action plans set in place by the management and the Board of Directors last year.

He said that during the period under review, international oil prices sunk thus decreasing net sales by over 30 per cent, helping the firm record a 16 per cent growth in margins to hit Sh3.6 billion compared to Sh3.1 billion the year before.

Ann Solange, Renouard Managing Director says operating expenses were contained in line with the management’s expectations.

“Net finance income of Sh76 million for the period under review is as a result of working capital resulting in positive cash position of Kenyans currency,” she said.

Net profit for the period was Sh718 million where the firm contributed close to Sh845 million in tax charge during the period under review.

The company is optimistic that an improved micro economic environment resulting from lesser volatility of fuel prices both locally and internationally, as well as the stability of local currency experienced in first half of the year would be maintained in this second half of the year.

“It is on this premise that the board is confident that the company will continue registering good performance for the remaining period of the year,” the firm said in a statement. @enock_x254

BBDO clinches advertising award for ‘Twende Kazi’ campaign Integrated Marketing and Communication powerhouse, Redhouse Group, through its advertising and marketing firm, BBDO Mediaedge Interactive is the winner of the coveted advertising award; Grand Prix in the just concluded 2016 Loeries Awards held in Durban, South Africa.

The Loeries is an Africa and the Middle East Advertising Industry initiative that recognises, rewards, inspires and fosters creative excellence in the brand communication industry.

The Advertising firm, which is part of Redhouse Group won the Loeries Grand Prix - the most coveted, and highest honour in creative advertising competition - in addition to a Gold and Silver in two categories for

its advertising campaign dubbed, ‘Twende Kazi, Team Kenya’ for Tusker; Kenya’s number one beer. This is the first time that a Kenyan agency has lifted a Loeries Grand Prix.

BBDO Mediaedge Interactive scooped the Gold and Grand Prix awards in the category of Digital and Interactive Communication.

The campaign won a Silver award in the Media Innovation category. The Grand Prix is awarded to an entry if it is deemed to be truly exceptional and representative of the highest possible standards.

The Loeries Awards are known to promote and support creativity by helping marketers; agencies and consumers appreciate the value of

ideas and fresh thinking. The awards are judged by an independent and anonymous panel of judges and are considered to be the highest accolade for creativity and innovation across Africa and Middle East.

“Our goal was to touch each and every Kenyan with this communication and theTwende Kazi, Team Kenya campaign achieved just that,” Robert Ng’ang’a, the Lead Creative Director who worked on the campaign said.

This campaign, added Ng’ang’a, was a rallying call to -- over and above -- market one of Kenya’s most iconic brands, and also “unify Kenyans in spite of our diversity, and often trying times.”

Ng’ang’a added that the intention was

to change the mood of the nation, rekindle a spirit of unity and also bring back Tusker into the hearts and minds of Kenyans as a the most loved and admired national brand.

The Twende Kazi, Team Kenya campaign rallied Kenyans to support and celebrate sports heroes by joining the Team Kenya movement. This was done through a creation of an USSD platform that was used to communicate and reward Kenyans for joining the team to support the country’s heroes and heroines such as the Rio Olympic team that saw Kenya win 13 medals – six gold, six silver and one bronze.

“The evolution of technology over the last two decades has drastically changed the way brands and businesses

execute their communication. The most effective campaigns integrate the best of traditional and online channels to deliver holistic story-telling strategies. This is a win to all Kenyans,” said Ng’ang’a.

Commenting on the win, BBDO Media Edge Managing Director, Esther Ngomeli noted that the BBDO Africa Network was the only agency to snatch 2 Grand Prix Loeries at the 2016 Africa’s premier creative awards.

“Even more gratifying, beyond notching up with unprecedented 16 trophies for the Africa network, we also won this historic Grand Prix, Gold and Silver - a real first for Kenya,” Ngomeli said. @Dennis_x254

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Javan Omondi is a budding emcee and poet with a deliberate and conscious message. With a great message tacked to his music, XACCESS caught up with him to find out what makes him tick. @christine_x254

a budding emcee and poet

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ell us about yourself I’m a young Kenyan aged 26, residing in Dandora, Nairobi doing spoken word and rap music and I’m also interested in business.

How did you get your start in the industry?

I honed my craft in school where I was really interested in literature and did a lot of my creative writing there. I loved listening to music too then it hit me that I had to do something to change my society through art thus I started doing spoken word on a mainstream level and recording music.

What would you say is the message of your music?

My art speaks to the society on social injustices, social decadence and also empowering youths economically by sensitizing them on financial freedom and to be free in their decision-making.

Who inspires you?

My inspiration comes from my life environment, American rapper Immortal Technique and Kenyan emcee Juliani and most of all, my love for the arts.

What are you working on currently?

I’m working on my latest project, a spoken word-cum-hip hop track known as ‘KURA’ Are there any artistes, both established and new, that you would love to work with?

The artistes that I’m really looking forward to working with are established musicians such as K’Naan and Juliani, plus up-and-comers such as Flint aka Gaddafi and Desperado of DSG. Do you ever listen to your own music on your playlists?

I do listen to my music multiple times in a single day.

On which stage would you just love to perform?

The events that I’m really looking forward to take part in are the B.E.T Awards and Coke Studio here in Kenya Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

In ten years’ time I want to be a fully established musician and also an entrepreneur or businessman operating on a worldwide scale.

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A Wave and Friends had the inaugural congregation last Friday at the Alchemist Bar and this was one for the books. Afro house, dance, deep house, groove, afrobeat, trip hop, neo soul, synth and all these other genres of music that have continually made their way into the public consciousness were celebrated and memorialized in

sounded so good. Cosmic Homies had a rocky start but once they hit their stride, it was all smooth groovy sailing plus it was great to see Shappa Man hitting the

might have a niche to cater to and the music a rather acquired taste but one thing was for sure, Nairobi never

was only the beginning, EA Wave and Friends should have something lined up for us again in no time.

No one cares for Britney Spears anymore

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fter much anticipation, Britney Spears returned to the VMAs stage. In her first performance on the telecast since 2007. Meanwhile, on the audience cam, folks could be seen enthralled in their cellphones, probably checking to see Twitter reactions to Beyoncé’s mini-concert minutes earlier. As for who will be talking about Spears today, tomorrow or next week, probably no one.

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ing Kaka has released a brand new music video dubbed Mr. 254 which celebrates the pride that is being a Kenyan. It is a celebration of all those Kenyans who wake up every morning and work hard to make sure Kenya is a better place.

“Mr. 254 celebrates all those Kenyans who are making strides and working hard to ensure our

sublime show the DJs put cannot and should not be overstated from Blinky Bill to SOLVATION these guides into the feverish, funky night were enough

came from the hustle spirit of Kenyans. We are all produced by Johnttez Krucial at EMB Records and mixed and mastered

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Scenes from the dance floor.

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he Godown Gig continues to be a ‘Save the Date’ concert on our event calendars every month.

way that few other engagements in the country do.

Nairobians and more importantly Africans.

steals show at MTV VMAs

Swahili Ali, who hails from Tanzania and the talented Afro Simba Band. Apart from the

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t’s fair to say Beyonce stole the MTV VMAs with an extended performance inspired by “Lemonade.” It was also a special evening for Rihanna, who performed throughout the night before Drake presented the Vanguard Award to the woman he’s “been in love with since [he] was 22 years old.”

performances was the fusion of sounds that was presented by the artistes. Judith Bwire’s music was an amalgamation of Abaluhya stylings and lyrics but with a somewhat Luo rhythm. Swahili Ali’s vibe while Afro Simba Band perpetuates a deeply Coastal slant.

As the performers enthrall the crowd with a new but multilayered sound we wait for next month’s edition.

Judith Bwire up on stage.

Beyoncé and her dancers formed a symbol on stage. While some say it was a tribute to the late Prince, others cite it as the gender symbol for female. Either way, Beyoncé can do no wrong. She won video of the year, choreography award, and cinematography award for Formation.

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AMBER ROSE: Queen of the cool kids.

BEYONCE: Leaving very little to imagination.

And the award for best-dressed goes to…

When it comes to the MTV’s VMAs red carpet, outrageous, bold and classy dominate the day thanks to the unspoken expectation that you come dressed to drop jaws. This year, our favorite A-listers did just that, each channeling their unique personalities into their outfits. The result? A colorful red carpet graced by pop icons such as Beyonce, Nikki Minaj, Kim Kardashian and a host of other celebrities who were definitely dressed to impress. Check them out:

BRITNEY SPEARS: We loved her poised all black look.

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abbit on a Trap beat on this new hit. Produced by Johnttez Krucial and directed by Johnson Kyalo, this track is decidedly a step away from his usual sound but King Kaka is still at his best lyrically. The visuals paint a lush picture of the country sticking to the tried and true, Maasais and wildlife. Although he looks dapper in the video it is a little one dimensional apart from the opening images which give us a second to feel patriotic about being Kenyan.

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tanisho may or may not be a diss track but one thing’s for sure Octopizzo wants us to know he never left. Shot in Switzerland but somehow laid-back enough that the glitz and the glam does not overpower the raw lyricism of the track, Utanisho commands your attention. The opening line in particular, ‘naskia bado kuna marapper wamestick kwa cypher’ should be enough to shake things up. The dub-step/electronic back-beat also happens to be literal fire.

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his jazzy reggae-infused jam by the soulful Serro tells the all-too familiar tale of a heartbroken lover who can’t seem to let a cheating man go.

Shot beautifully and simply, most of the story takes part in a matatatu where things veritably start and where feelings unfold. The narrative is so strong that Serro’s vocals sail in the background

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Ten-time GOtv Shield champions Gor Mahia have been dumped out of this year’s tournament after a 1-0 loss at the hands of Nzoia United.

Edgar Nzano converted a 30th minute penalty to send K’Ogalo packing after Ernest Wendo blocked Peter Gin’s shot with his arms.

And Gor, which has been struggling even in the league were unable to fight back as a resilient Nzoia side held on.

The talk before the game was all about head coach Jose Marcelo Ferreira’s decision to axe goalkeeping coach Mathews Ottamax from the team over what he termed as ‘breaking the rules’.

“We have rules in the team, and I guess everyone does. When you break the rules, then you cannot be in the team. We talked on Friday with him and the players and we made everything clear,” the Brazilian said pre-match.

Under pressure Ferreira had made some changes to his team with Enock Agwanda partnering Jacques Tuyisenge up in attack at the expense of Meddie Kagere who started on the bench.

In the absence of usual starter Karim Nizigiyimana at right back, Luke Ochieng was also handed his second start of the season while in goal, Jerim Onyango who has been the preferred starter in cup competitions found himself on the bench with Boniface Oluoch

preferred.

The two sides came into the match all attack especially in the first half. Gor had the first opportunity with Agwanda breaking into the box in the 4th minute but Nzoia defender Brian Otieno stretched to hit the ball off for a corner.

The hosts had a great chance in the 8th minute but Brian Yakhama fired wide under pressure from two Gor defenders. A minute later, Masita Masuta also had a chance after turning Ochieng inside out on the left, but his eventual shot was an easy pick for Boniface Oluoch in the Gor goal.

On the other end, Agwanda had three more chances coming his way but both went begging. In the 13th minute, he raced to the near post to meet a cross from Erick Ouma, but the ball took an awkward bounce in front of him and went wide.

Three minutes later, he was sent through on goal by Francis Kahata, but Nzoia keeper Benson Mangala was faster off his line to block Agwanda’s attempt with his feet.

Nzoia then broke the deadlock on the half hour mark, Nzano sending Oluoch the wrong way from the penalty spot after Ernest Wendo handles inside the area.

Gor had a double chance to make amends in the 41stminute but they could not unlock the Nzoia backline.

Luke Ochieng pounced on a

ball dropped by Nzoia keeper Mangala from a Francis Kahata corner, but his eventual shot was cleared on the goal line. Kahata floated the cleared ball back into the area but Harun Shakava’s header went over.

Gor were better starters in the second half and Tuyisenge who was a silent figure all through the opening 45 finally burst into life.

He was presented with two aerial opportunities with crosses from Ouma and Ochieng, but both went wide.

With 25 minutes to go, Ferriera threw in more strikers with Baron Oketch coming on for Wendo and Kagere replacing Luke Ochieng five minutes later.

But despite the two attacking changes by Gor, it was Nzoia who had the better of chances.

Nzau should have doubled his and the team’s tally in the 73nd minute from a corner, but he hit the ball with his back unmarked when he raced into the near post.

Other surprise results in the Shield saw AFC Leopards also knocked out by Western Stima while Thika United were also tossed out by second division side KECB at the last 6 stage.

Bandari beat Bidco United 1-0 to join Kariobangi Sharks who won away at Modern Coast Rangers by the same score line in the quarterfinals.

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Aguero faces Manchester derby ban MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero could miss the much awaited derby clash with Manchester United when Premier League action resumes on September 10 at the Old Trafford.

The League takes a break this coming weekend to give way to international matches but Aguero’s involvement in City’s next match has been left in doubt after television footage appeared to show him elbowing West ham United’s Winston Reid in their clash yesterday.

The Argentine forward lashed out with an elbow which caught the West Ham defender in the throat. The incident was missed by referee Andre Marriner while neither manager claimed to have seen it.

But it leaves the Etihad outfit with prospect of missing their star striker to suspension if he is handed a retrospective ban when the Football Association reviews the video evidence.

“The replays don’t look good. I think he’s going to be in trouble,” matchday pundit Robbie Savage told BBC Radio 5 live.

“Only Aguero knows if he’s elbowed Winston Reid. I can’t say he’s done it on purpose but on the replays it looks like he swung his arm back and caught him in the throat,” he added.

But Manchester City manager was relaxed on the possibility of suspension and even hinted that the team will carry

on with or without Aguero.

“I didn’t see it,” said Guardiola of the incident at Eastlands following a win that left City top of the table on goal difference.

“I am new here so I don’t know how it works,” the Spaniard added. “I didn’t see so I cannot comment. Hopefully nothing happens. If it happens, we accept and adapt. If we lose him, we lose him. We are going to play with 11,” he told AFP. Both clubs are tied at the top of the table with nine points after three matches with just a goal separating City from United which lies in third after Chelsea.

That means the derby will see either team open an early lead on their rivals with the race for Premiership glory quickly taking shape.

Manchester City continued their 100% start to the season with a 3-1 victory over West Ham at the Etihad on Sunday while United struggled to a 1-0 win away at a stubborn Hull City.

City scored first when Raheem Sterling finished off a superb team move and Fernandinho headed in a second from Kevin de Bruyne’s free-kick.

West Ham pulled a goal back in the second half when Michail Antonio nodded in Arthur Masuaku’s cross.

Sterling added his second late on when he stroked home from a tight angle.

The season may be in its infancy but

Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero battles for the ball with West ham United’s Winston Reid during their Premier League clash at the Etihad last evening. Aguero appeared to have elbowed the defender and now faces a match ban.

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Goalkeepers: Fraser Forster (Southampton), Joe Hart (Manchester City), Tom Heaton (Burnley).

DEFENDERS: Gary Cahill (Chelsea), Nathaniel Clyne (Liverpool), Phil Jagielka (Everton), Luke Shaw (Manchester United), Chris Smalling (Manchester United), John Stones (Manchester City), Kyle Walker and Danny Rose (Tottenham Hotspur).

MIDFIELDERS: Dele Alli, Eric Dier (Tottenham Hotspur), Michail Antonio (West Ham United), Danny Drinkwater (Leicester City), Jordan Henderson, Adam Lallan (Liverpool), Wayne Rooney (Manchester United), Raheem Sterling (Manchester City), Theo Walcott (Arsenal).

STRIKERS: Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur), Daniel Sturridge (Liverpool), Jamie Vardy (Leicester City).

West Ham United’s Michail Antonio in a past Premier League match. He has been called up to the Engalnd squad.

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Uncapped Antonio wins England’s squad call-up Uncapped West Ham winger Michail Antonio has been called up to manager Sam Allardyce’s first England squad. Manchester United’s Luke Shaw has also been selected for the World Cup qualifier in Slovakia on 4 September.

It is the full-back’s first call-up since breaking his leg last season, and he joins Manchester City’s out-of-favour keeper Joe Hart in the squad. Arsenal’s Theo Walcott and Leicester’s Danny Drinkwater are recalled, having missed out on a place at Euro 2016.

Everton captain Phil Jagielka has been selected, but club-mate Ross Barkley and Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere miss out.

Antonio, who joined West Ham from Nottingham Forest in September 2015, began his career in non-league football with Tooting and Mitcham United. “I think he’s in outstanding form,” Allardyce told the FA website. “This is another lad with a great journey - it’s a fantastic journey that he’s been on, from non-league to now an international call-up.

“He scored nine goals in his first season and he’s a terrific athlete, a good crosser and a goalscorer.” Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney, who also led the national side under Roy Hodgson, has been named in the 23-man squad. Allardyce has yet to announce his captain but Rooney is expected to keep the armband despite England’s dismal showing at Euro

2016. The only shock exclusion is Everton’s Ross Barkley who has been left out despite looking fitter and rejuvenated under new manager Ronald Koeman this season, with two goals already and the reward of the captaincy for last Tuesday’s 4-0 EFL Cup win over Yeovil Town. The decision will be a bitter blow to the 22-year-old.

Barkley did not get any game time in France this summer and would have been hoping for a fresh start under Allardyce after Hodgson’s departure, although there is a more pleasant surprise for Everton with the return of 34-yearold captain Phil Jagielka after he missed out on Euro 2016. Manchester United’s Luke Shaw makes a welcome return to the England squad now he is back in action after suffering a broken leg last season. Allardyce will be delighted to have such a quality option for the left-back position. Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere, whose selection for France despite a lack of match fitness was a gamble that backfired horribly on Hodgson, is left out but again there is better news for the Gunners with a recall for Theo Walcott, an absentee in France.

Walcott remains an unfulfilled talent at England level and this perhaps represents an unexpected chance, although Allardyce has always been an advocate of speed and width, which he provides.

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