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DECEMBER 2002 - PART ONE
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Another one from Madd studios
The Standard, Nairobi
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Kenya's elections
The Standard, Nairobi
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Frustrations as they go home for Christmas
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Do all of them want to get into this one bus? Yes, that was the scene on Tuesday 24th Dec. at the Machakos Country Bus Station as hundreds of Nairobians sought means to travel upcountry for the festive season. The East Africa Standard. |
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Kicking up with a Christmas Dinner
It is Christmas time once again. Kenyans back in Kenya and elsewhere in the world are torn between two major events happening one after the other. Christmas on 25th December then followed by the elections on 27th December, 2002. As everyone is on his/her mark the Christmas holidays, Kenyans in London have arranged different venues where to celebrate Christmas and New Year's holidays in style. In London the ball was set rolling on Sunday 22nd December with a a well organised Christmas Dinner in a exclusive restaurant, Phoenix Brasserie, Stratford, London. The Dinner which was attended by over 110 guests was organised by Pastor Isaac Thuo Ndugire of Interdenominational World Revival Church, London. With tickets going for £30 each some people had to be turned away as the tickets sold out. The dinner, which reminded everyone who attended about his/her old days was characterised by plays, gospel music and it was crowned by "MUGIITHI" hit song in Kenya. Guests came from far and wide and as far as Germany. The celebrations continued until the late hours of Monday morning. Rev. Isaac has organised a New Years Celebrations on 31st December, 2002 at St. Paul's Church Centre, Burges Road, London E6 2EU as from 8.00 p.m. to 1.00 a.m. The pastor is intending to open a Gospel Disco Hall in London soon.
Children joined at the dinner. Kebi (holding the mic) lead others for a Christmas poem
 They came driving all the way from Germany. From right is Amos Wang'ombe, Thomas Kuria, Nadja Kuria and Edward Erkhard |
 A well presented play at the dinner was a scene acted from the Bible about the days of Zechariah who could not talk and he was given a piece of wood to write down the name of his son....John the Baptist |
 "Mugiithi" song crowned the day with the restaurant staff joining in for the mugiithi going round the restaurant |
 Rev. Isaac T. Ndugire and his wife Priscilla the organisers of the dinner with the help of Mr. Wanyoike wa Mwalimu |
Rev. Isaac T. Ndugire of Interdenominational World Revival Church, London and his entire church members want to take this opportunity to wish all Kenyans in UK and the world at large a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year 2003.
More photos coming at CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS section soon!
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Sahara Communities Abroad staff Christmas Party
The staff of Saraha Community Abroad closed the year with a Christmas Dinner at their new and spacious offices in Ilford, Essex, UK on Monday 23rd December, 2002. Staff with their children joined the party and crowned the occasion with Western Union head gears. The staff lead by the directors of SACOMA Mrs. Perez Ochieng, Mr. Sam Ochieng, Mr. Keya and Solomon Mugera could count their success this year having won several prestigious awards. Mrs. Perez Ochieng became the first black lady in July to win the award of the year as the National Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year award. In October they ward another award - Moving Forward with the People Award in November year ended with the Investors in People Award in December, 2002.
Sahara Communities Abroad staff wearing the Western Union colours at their Christmas Party on Monday 23rd December, 2002
 Big and small joined the party with Solomon Mugera of BBC (centre at the back) complaining that there was no fish in the diet |
 Comfort (left) and Sebor (right) children of Sam Ochieng posing for Mr. Seed |
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Human kidneys grown in mice
The mice were injected with pig and human cells
Doctors have managed to make cells taken from human foetuses grow into fully-functional kidneys in a mouse. The technique could offer a more practical way of helping patients who need organ transplants. Thousands in the UK alone are on the waiting list for a new kidney. Even if one is found, the patient will have to take anti-rejection drugs forever. However, just a small number of specially-selected cells taken from the foetus and transplanted into a mouse were able to carry on developing and create an entire organ with all its different parts.
No human source
And while the age of the foetal cells required means it would be impossible to establish a supply from a human source, researchers achieved the same effect with pig embryo cells. This might allow replacement organs to grow from pig tissue without some of the normal problems this might create, such as rejection of the new organ by the human immune system. The advance, by doctors at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel, was reported in the latest edition of Nature Medicine. The technique works because cells were taken from the aborted foetuses aged between seven and eight weeks, and from pig foetuses which are only four weeks old.
Early cell
At that time, the foetus is just preparing to develop its kidneys, and a type of cell called a "kidney precursor". This is a stem cell, a master cell that has the ability to divide and become all the different types of cell required to form a fully-grown kidney. Both porcine (pig) and human versions of these cells were taken and transplanted into mice. Both types developed into perfect organs at an appropriate size for a mouse. They produced urine and were supplied with blood by vessels from the host. In addition, there was no dangerous immune response to the new organs - scientists believe because the cells were taken early in foetal development, cells which would normally trigger the immune system were not present. The researchers involved said that a possible treatment might be developed within the next few years. However, while there is growing support for the use of pig organs in transplantation, some experts still believe there is a tiny risk that previously unknown viruses could pass into humans and cause illness. Professor Robin Weiss, from University College London, said the potential threat from "retroviruses" - which are actually coded into the genetic makeup of every pig cell, remained even if organs from adult pigs were not used. He said: "It's exactly the same, no better or worse. "Retroviruses are not a huge risk, but it presents a problem, and it's better to be wise before the event."
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British lander gears up for Mars
Beagle 2 should be on the
Red Planet this time next year
British scientists are putting the finishing touches to Beagle 2, the robot that will look for signs of life on Mars. In about a year's time it should be exploring the surface of the Red Planet. The 60-kilogram probe, constructed by a team led by Professor Colin Pillinger of the Open University, should soon be ready to be transported to Russia's Baikonur launch site in Kazakhstan. It will hitch a ride to Mars on the European Space Agency's £110m Mars Express mission, due to take off in June 2003. Professor Pillinger said: "This is a device which is built to try and answer a very fundamental question - is there life elsewhere in the Solar System? "More importantly is this the first step towards knowing whether we are alone in the Universe?" Beagle 2 will be dropped on to the Martian surface to investigate the red rock and soil, and to look for signs of life. It will conduct tests on minerals and rocks using its array of scientific instruments. Signs of carbon isotopes on land or traces of methane gas in the atmosphere would be an exciting discovery. Both are hallmarks of biological processes and suggest life may once have existed beyond Earth. As well as scientific equipment, Beagle 2 also carries artwork by Damien Hirst and music by Alex James and Dave Rowntree from the band Blur. The total cost of the disc-shaped craft - the smallest soft-landing spacecraft ever - has not been revealed. Professor Pillinger told reporters on Thursday it was "in the region" of £30m, although many services were provided free or at low cost by the space community.
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As a man soweth so shall....
The shell of a Kanu campaign vehicle that was burnt by unknown people at Ziwa trading centre.
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Car thief banned on bike
Bike ban ... Danil Wilson
In UK, a thief who cycled round looking for cars to break in to has been banned from CYCLING for three years. Menace Danil Wilson, 23, was also barred from WALKING alone in parts of his home city. He has a criminal record stretching back to his teens and was branded a nuisance by local residents, a court heard. A judge slapped an anti-social behaviour order on him — banning him from riding his bike until 2005. Last night cops warned Wilson would be locked up if he was spotted cycling. A police spokeswoman said: “If we see him breaking the ban he will be arrested. “He could face a custodial sentence.” In May last year Wilson pleaded guilty to unlawfully interfering with a car and was jailed for a week.Three years ago he was fined £20 for damaging a car window as he tried to steal contents. In 1995 he admitted having a screwdriver in connection with a theft. Now Wilson, of Chorlton, Manchester, has been hauled before city magistrates following complaints from residents. Locals petitioned cops claiming he was constantly riding round parked cars looking for soft targets. District judge Peter Ward imposed the order after agreeing his past made him a threat. Wilson was also barred from walking around areas of Chorlton and Didsbury unless accompanied by mum Linda or sister Devika. The cycling ban covers the city centre. He refused to comment as he left court. Basil Curley, the city council’s executive member for housing, said: “Wilson now knows the slightest breach of his order will trigger further court action. “He’s playing with his liberty if he so much as mounts a bike and turns a wheel. “This shows how flexible ASBOs can be.” The orders — known as ASBOs — were introduced in 1999 to enable courts to crack down on tearaways without drawn-out legal action - The Sun, London.
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Who is your favourite dancer?
Presidential candidates posing as dancers
WHO CAN BWOGO THIS!: Oh my, what a dance! From our dramatised pictures, which today replace your favourite “From Our Files” and “Bits and Pieces”, the presidential candidates are performing for the gallery. All of them are in their various stages of animation. In this evidently vigorous dancing, the voters are the judges. You only need to open your eyes to see the “dances’’ taking place around the country. Your collective verdict will be given on December 27. Only then will Kenyans know who the best “dancer’’ is — hence our next President. President Moi, being the seasoned “dancer’’ that he is, is only providing the beats. May the best “dancer’’ win. - The East Africa Standard, Nairobi.
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Githingithia for nyama choma, London
Jegeman (Githingithia) has been in London for the last two weeks. As he concluded his tour in London, he visited the famous Kenyan Josda Restaurant in East London. He asked "nyama choma na ugali" kama kawaida. A number of Kenyans joined him for the evening dinner at the restaurant. Posing with him is from left standing Dennis Njoroge, Wamiti the computer engineer, Githingithia, Duncan K. Kamanu, and Mrs. Jane Wambugu. Seated from left is Mumbi and Pouline Munyota well known as Mama Kiki. Githingithia who is leaving for Kenya on Tuesday 17th December, 2002 was excited to see all types of Kenyan food at Josda restaurant. He intends to come back to London soon. His email is githingithia@yahoo.com
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Sad farewell for baby Chelsea Ng'endo Kimani
Burial for the late baby Chelsea Ng'endo Kimani daughter of Joseph Kimani and Jane Njoki was held on Friday 13th December, 2002 at 10.00 a.m. at Plaistow, East London Crematorium, Grange Road, London E13 0HB. The ceremony was conducted by Pastor Antony Gichihi of Voice of God Church, London. Family as well as friends gathered at cemetery chapel for the final well to the late Baby Chelsea. The late baby Chelsea was born in August this year at Newham General Hospital with some complications. She was admitted at Special Baby Unit within the hospital where the parents has been to her bedside 24 hours a day until she passed away last week.
Family and friends at the chapel for the final farewell
Till we meet again......
 Mrs. Gichuhi and her baby making her last grips of the late baby Chelsea |
 The late baby Chelsea body being taken to the graveside |
 The parents of the late baby Chelsea throws the last bit of soil in the grave...."soil should go back to soil and sad......" |
 Voice of God church representative lead by their pastor Pastor Gichuhi (white) lays the flower at the graveside |
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Kibaki, Wamalwa receive heroic welcome
Kibaki in a wheelchair, wearing a neck brace with his left ankle in a plaster.
National Rainbow Coalition (Narc) presidential candidate Mwai Kibaki and his running mate Wamalwa Kijana returned to Nairobi on Saturday after spending more than a week of specialised treatment in London following a car crash in which the opposition leader was injured. Kibaki, emerged from the plane in a wheelchair, wearing a neck brace and with his left ankle in a plaster. Thousands of NARC supporters jammed the airport to receive their presidential candidate. Several supporters shed tears after seeing the NARC flag bearer in a worse shape than had been reported in the media.
Thousands of National Rainbow Coalition supporters on Saturday morning jammed the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to receive their presidential candidate Mwai Kibaki. The supporters who used different means of transport to the airport started arriving before 6.00 am. Dressed in different rainbow colours, the supporters sang songs in praise of Kibaki and other NARC leaders. Business at the busy airport came to stand still as workers and visitors tried to get a glimpse of what was going on. Kibaki and Wamalwa home-coming exceeded Kenneth Matiba’s arrival when he came back from London at the dawn of multi party elections in 1992. The Kenya Airways plane carrying the two Narc leaders touched down at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) shortly before 7.00am. Kibaki and Wamalwa then met NARC summit leaders for three hours at the airport. Outside the airport, NARC supporters went a round chanting songs in praise of Kibaki with some carrying banners that had clear party messages. Security officers had difficult time controlling NARC supporters.
Then, at exactly 9.30am, Kibaki emerged in Nissan vehicle in a wheelchair, wearing a neck brace and with his left ankle in a plaster. The mood changed, several supporters shed tears after seeing the NARC flag bearer in a shape worse than had been reported in the media. The Embakasi NARC parliamentary aspirant David Mwenje took over the show and welcomed Kibaki before inviting NARC summit leader Moody Awori who in turn invited Fr. Wamugunda to pray for Kibaki and Wamalwa. Then Mwenje invited Kibaki to address his supporters who had been waiting to receive their presidential candidate back from UK. As Kibaki started speaking, it was a joyous moment for NARC supporters to hear him speak after a week of absence from the political scene. Addressing the crowd at the airport, Kibaki thanked Kenyans for their prayers during his stay in hospital. “Thank you all for your support and prayers,” Kibaki told the crowd amid cheers before he set off from the airport in a convoy of vehicles to Uhuru Park for interdenominational prayer service. Kibaki and Wamalwa then greeted Nairobi residents along city roads. Their motorcade drove along Outer Ring, Jogoo Road, Landhies Road, Moi Avenue and Kenyatta Avenue before heading to UhuruPark for an inter-denominational prayer meeting causing heavy traffic jam on city routes.
Addressing the crowd at the airport, Kibaki thanked Kenyans for their prayers during his stay in hospital. “Thank you for your prayers and support during my stay in hospital and only God can deliver and make us emerge victorious in the next general elections,” he told the crowd before he set off from the airport in a convoy of vehicles to Uhuru Park for interdenominational prayer service. Kibaki said God had been faithful in showing them the way and hoped that all will go on well for the opposition. He called on Kenyans to preach peace during the electioneering period. “Always sing the national anthem, that song is a prayer that every Kenyan should sing starting today and I am sure and convinced that we will win the elections,” he said as the convoy of vehicles left. Their home-coming exceeded Kenneth Matiba’s arrival when he came back from London at the dawn of multi party elections in 1992. The Kenya Airways plane carrying the two Narc leaders touched down at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) shortly before 7.00am. Kibaki and Wamalwa then met NARC summit leaders for three hours at the airport. The two leaders then greeted Nairobi residents along city roads.
Their motorcade drove along Outer Ring, Jogoo Road, Landhies Road, Moi Avenue and Kenyatta Avenue before heading to UhuruPark for an inter-denominational prayer meeting. The two, were received by all Narc Summit members, who included Raila Odinga and Moody Awori, Prof. George Saitoti, Kalonzo Musyoka, Charity Ngilu among others. Prayers at the airport were led by Fr. Wamugunda who thanked God for the gift of life and for the safe journey for the two leaders. Kibaki was transferred from Nairobi Hospital to the Wellington Hospital in north west London on December 3 for specialised treatment. He had sustained a fractured right upper arm and dislocated right ankle following an accident along Mombasa Road the previous day. The accident occurred as Kibaki’s entourage were travelling from a series of campaign rallies in Kitui District. Wamalwa was admitted at the same hospital after suffering a bout of gout when he visited Kibaki at the London hospital. Narc Summit members have been continuing with the campaigns despite the absence of the two - KBC, Nairobi.
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Foreign Diplomats Jamhuri Day in UK
Kenya High Commissioner in UK Mrs. Nancy Kirui together with her entire staff at the Kenya High Commission in London held a lovely Jamhuri Day reception for Foreign Diplomatic circles in London at Commonwealth Institute on Thursday 12th November, 2002. The function was well attended by ambassadors, diplomats and representatives from various foreign missions in UK. A number of Kenyans in UK also attended the function. Notably was a team work by the entire Kenya embassy at the venue.
 Kenya High Commissioner Mrs. Nancy Kirui welcoming a representative from French embassy at the reception while Col. Haji (left) looks on |
 Two of the equals - Kenya High Commissioner in London Mrs. Nancy Kirui (left) and her counterpart Mrs. Rosemary Museminali, Ambassador of Rwanda in UK |
 Uganda High Commissioner in UK (second left) and Ethiopian Ambassador (second right) at the reception |
It was a nice time for these Kenyans when they met at the reception - Rev. Isaac T. Ndugiire (right) and Miss Susan Kimani (left) |
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Jamhuri Day well celebrated in London
Jamhuri Day 2002 was well celebrated in London on Saturday 7th December, 2002. The ceremony which many commented was classic was crowned by attendance by NARC officials from Kenya and ended up with Kenyan ladies catwalk to select the Miss Jamhuri UK, 2002. The Narc officials from Kenya who attended included George Muhoho, Peter Kanyago and Professor Anyang' Nyong'o. Hon. Mwai Kibaki sent his Jamhuri message to Kenyans in UK through George Muhoho. Githingithia from Kameme FM from Kenya was also in attendance. The venue of the ceremony, Pigeons Hotel was too small for the occasion and many guests turned away when they found that there was no room inside. The celebrations which was well attended by people from all walks of UK and as far as Germany was a night for many to remember. The well organised function was characterised by several events which include dancers, speeches, catwalk, Githingithia and the resident Disken Band. Musaimo and his Mbiri Stars performed very well at the occasion especially with their famous number "MUGITHI". Zairean dancers also performed very well leaving the guests asking for more. Ten girls took part in the finals of Miss Jamhuri UK, 2002. The title was taken by Miss Penina Wairia daughter of Louise Wairia. 1st runner-up went to Miss Lucy Kyalo while 2nd runner-up went to Florence Wanjiru. The cerebrations continued up to 5.00 a.m. on Sunday.
 There was no room inside to stand |
 The chairman of the organising committee Mr. Henry Ngei (right) welcomes Peter Kanyago (left) and Professor Anyang' Nyong'o (centre) at the celebrations |
GIRLS AT THEIR BEST
 Miss Catherine Raringo walks to show her Fantasy wear |
 Miss Jolly Mohammed holding her jacked behind had an evening to show |
 As an African woman Peris Naserian had a fantastic African dress to show |
MUSAIMO AND GITHINGITHIA HAD SOMETHING TO OFFER
 Githingithia had something to give accompanied by children |
 Musaimo and his Mbiri Stars |
 Zairean Dancers was no match to anyone |
 When things gets two sweet to sit down |
IT WAS FREE FOR ALL
 Mr. Paul Papa of Disken Band (right) showed that disability is not inability |
"Come on Kenyans....this is how it is done" |
CROWNING OF FIRST THREE
 The winners was Penina Kabura Wairia (centre labelled), 1st runner-up was Lucy Kyalo (right) and Florence Wanjiru (left) |
 The winner Miss Penina Kabura Wairia |
MORE PHOTOS COMING AT HOT NEWS SECTION BY WEDNESDAY!
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A very successful NARC tour in UK
NARC tour in UK ended on Sunday 8th December, 2002. The tour which was well arranged and coordinated by NARC-UK group lead by their chairman Mr. Harry Mwangi was termed as a big success to the Narc officials. The team arrived on Thursday morning with their boss Hon. Mwai Kibaki who went to the hospital where he has been monitoring his groups movements every day. Narc officials always visited Hon. Kibaki at least once every day. The group started their programme on Thursday where they met about eighty members of the Eastern Africa Society - an organisation comprising individuals Kenyans with business interests in the region. On Friday they met with Businessmen for a Luncheon at Marriot Hotel, Marble Arch and in the evening they joined a dinner dance organised for them at The Royal National Hotel, Russell Square, London. The Dinner Dance was well attended by professionals from all walks of life including doctors and lecturers. At the dinner the well-informed Narc officials answered questions thrown to them by Kenyans at the dinner to the satisfaction of the guests.
On Saturday the Narc officials attended a public rally at New City School, East London where Kenyans pledged over £5,000 to support the Narc team to buy mobile phones. The mobile phones are to help to monitor the elections. A UK based businessman Mr. Gatheru Rwamba pledged over £3,000. Later in the night the team ended up at Jamhuri Day celebrations where they were highly welcomed. On Sunday the team went to Reading to for public rally where they were highly welcomed by a huge number of Kenyans. (see full story below the photos).
THE BUSINESSMEN LUNCHEON AT MARRIOT HOTEL
 From left is George Thuo the MD for Kenya Bus, Hon. Wamalwa and Peter Kanyago |
 It was time to toast. Toasting at the luncheon from left is Professor Anyang' Nyong'o, Mr. Mburu, George Muhoho, George Thuo and Peter Kanyago |
TIME FOR SPEECHES
 Peter Kanyago addressing the luncheon |
 George Muhoho speaking at the luncheon |
 Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o had a lot to say |
SOME QUOTES FROM THE SPEAKERS
"Great minds talk about issues while small minds speaks about persons" - Professor Anyang' Nyong'o, Narc official, speaking in London
"The motto has to change from TKK "Toa kitu kidogo" to RKK "Rudisha kila kitu" - Peter Kanyago, Narc official, speaking in London
"One thing I can assure you is that, there is a change coming in Kenya" - Professor Anyang' Nyong'o, Narc official, speaking in London
"We came to UK to assure you businessmen that the future of Kenya is bright with the new government" - George Muhoro, Narc official speaking in London
"Be good ambassador of Kenya" - George Muhoho, Narc official, speaking in London
"One important issue with the NARC government is that we are going to be committed to see that common man in Kenya will get common rights with basic standard of civilisation" - Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o, Narc official, speaking in London
"Who is more Kanu than Kamotho - but after seeing the light he changed - just like Paul in the Bible he saw the light in his way to Damascus and he changed" -Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o, Narc official, speaking in London
"NARC will have zero tolerance on corroption - corruption is man-made and it should be man-ended" -Prof. Anyang' Nyong'o, Narc official, speaking in London
"As I am speaking to you now, I am buying the stocks back in Kenya as I know the stock market will go up when NARC government comes to power" - Peter Kanyago, Narc official, speaking in London
WELL ATTENDED
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A section of the guests at the luncheon |
 Paul Redfern Nation Newspaper reporter in UK (red) with Prof. Anyang Nyong'o (centre) and George Muhoro (right) at the luncheon |
 Business talk - from left is Tiku Shah, of Beauty Boutique, South Harrow, brother to Raju the money transfer boss, Mr. Gatheru Rwamba, Niraj Shah and Peter Kanyago |
 Narc officials at the dinner dance with Sam Mwai left |
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Dr. Githiora addressing the NARC officials at the dinner |
 Dr. Wanjiru Kihoro acquiring from the NARC officials how they have arranged women affairs in their manifesto |
MORE PHOTOS COMING AT HOT NEWS SECTION BY WEDNESDAY!
The delegation of the Narc officials-Wamalwa Kinjana, George Muhoho, Prof. Nyang' Nyo'ng and Peter Kanyago arrives in the UK at 6am.
The Visiting Narc delegation had an early schedule- the early part of the morning involved receiving visitors and friends resulting from the Thursday Eastern Africa association.
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A family in London has lost their baby
A family in London has lost their baby. Chelsea Ng'endo Kimani in London on Thursday 5th December, 2002 at Newham General Hospital. The late Ng'endo is the daughter of Joseph Kimani Wanjama and Jane Njoki Kimani of Plaistow, London. Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers at 1 Southern Road, Flat 4, Plaistow, London E13 9HU as from 7.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact: 02084702563.
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In the headmaster's office
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US President George W. Bush (right), makes a point during a meeting with President Moi (centre) and the U S Secretary of State Colin Powell. Their talks, which took place at the White House, centred on international terrorism. Pic by Reuters |
The leaders of Ethiopia and Kenya put security at the top of the agenda at talks with United States President George W Bush in Washington. The White House meeting with Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi and Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi had been planned some time ago but was given added significance after last week's attacks on Israeli targets near the Kenyan coastal resort of Mombasa. Three suicide bombers killed nine Kenyans and three Israelis by driving a vehicle full of explosives into a hotel last Thursday. At the same time, missiles narrowly missed an Israeli passenger plane as it was taking off from Mombasa airport. The US has warned there may be more terror attacks in East Africa. On Wednesday the UK closed its High Commission to Kenya after an unspecified security threat.
Mr Bush welcomed the Kenyan and Ethiopian leaders as "two strong friends of America... two leaders of countries which have joined us to fight the global war on terrorism". He has said he believes that al-Qaeda was involved in the Mombasa attacks but said before the meeting that he was confident Osama Bin Laden's network was being dismantled. Mr arap Moi said he was most concerned with the security in and around his country and the global fight against terrorism. He was echoed by Mr Meles who said: "We believe that the war against terrorism is a war against people who have not caught up with the 21st century, who have values and ideals that are contrary to the values of the 21st century. "And in that context, it's a fight not between the United States and some groups, it's a fight between those who want to catch up with the 21st century and those who want to remain where they are." The meeting in the White House, which was attended by Secretary of State Colin Powell, Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill and National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice, also covered the fight against Aids, efforts to end civil war in Sudan, regional drought and economic development.
Kenya and the United States are currently holding joint military exercises in the Manda Bay naval base on the Kenyan coast. Operation Edged Mallet began two day before the Mombasa attacks and are part of a programme of military co-operation dating back to 1996. Thirteen suspects have been detained in connection with the Mombasa attacks. They are reported to be mainly Pakistanis and Somalis. Two "Kenyans of Arabic origin" were arrested on Wednesday in connection with the failed missile attack on the Israeli plane, police said. Some US officials have said they believe that Somali group Al-Itihad al-Islamiya (AIAI) carried out the attacks. The Ethiopian Government has long accused the Transitional National Government in Somalia of having links to terror groups. The US is setting up a new military base off the coast of Djibouti as part of its war on terror. Some 1,200 marines are based on a warship in the Red Sea, between Djibouti and Yemen, where al-Qaeda has had some cells.
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Kenya Airways fly in Miss Jamhuri UK tickets
Final touches for Jamhuri Day Celebrations in UK are going on at the Pigeons Hotel, London. The venue has been like a bee hive with different participating groups rehearsing for the Saturday 7th December, 2002 events. Dominating the venue are the girls participating for Miss Jamhuri Day 2002 during the celebrations. Kenya Airways also kept their word as usual when they delivered the two Premier World return tickets on Kenya Airways to Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania to a maximum of 4 flown sectors for the winner of the Miss Jamhuri UK 2002. Kenya Airways also dropped another two economy tickets for the Miss Jamhuri Runner ups. All the tickets are valid for one year. The package also includes free accommodation during the holidays.
 The ticket for the winner or Miss Jamhuri |
 It was all smiles as the Miss Tourism, Nairobi 2002 Miss Barny Hassan (second right) toured the Miss Jamhuri UK venue at Pigeons Hotel. On the venue she was shown the tickets for the winners by the organisers of the event Mr. Henry Ngei (second left) and Mr. Duncan Ndegwa (right). Mzee Kamau (left) also joined the group. |
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Smallpox vaccines for every man, woman and child in Britain
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Horror ... how smallpox can affect its victims |
Alert ... ambulance crews practise for germ attack |
Smallpox vaccines for every man, woman and child in
Britain are now being stockpiled in case of a germ warfare attack. Ministers
have doubled the original order for jabs from 30million to 60million, Downing
Street announced last night. They insist the move is merely a precaution and
admit mass inoculation could kill 60 people and leave 60,000 seriously ill. The
Chief Medical Officer, Sir Liam Donaldson, said the risk of side effects meant
mass inoculation was a last resort. He said: “We would only consider vaccinating
large numbers of people in the event of an actual outbreak.” But 700 key health
workers and troops could get the vaccine now so they can deal with any crisis.
Half will be personnel from the newly formed Nuclear, Biological and Chemical
Regiment and half will be NHS workers. And 12 regional disaster centres are to
be set up by the end of next month.
Details of the dramatic emergency measures came as a poll showed three-quarters
of the public fear Britain will be hit by terrorists within weeks. Ministers
said the decision to increase vaccine stocks and inoculate key workers was not a
response to a specific threat. Defence Minister Lewis Moonie said: “The
current assessment is that there is no immediate threat. “However, the
consequences of any smallpox release could be very serious, so we continue to
monitor the threat closely and take precautions.” Health Minister John Hutton
added: “Since the tragic events of September 11, the Department of Health has
strengthened its plans against any deliberate release of biological agents,
including smallpox. “It is sensible and prudent to ensure that the NHS can deal
effectively with any potential threat.” Millions of people over 40 had smallpox
jabs when they were children. But health officials say that protection
eventually wears off, so those people will need booster jabs if immunisation is
necessary. There are fears that Osama bin Laden’s al-Qa’ida network or Iraqi
dictator Saddam Hussein could be trying to get the virus, which has not occurred
naturally anywhere in the world since 1980 following a successful vaccination
campaign. Tory shadow health secretary Dr Liam Fox said: “The limited programme
announced today shows that the Government has genuine concerns about a
biological attack involving smallpox. “It is essential that the Government is
honest with the public about the scale of any potential risk.”
SMALLPOX is a highly contagious disease that kills a third of victims. Sufferers develop a fever, then a rash which turns into ugly open sores and blisters that leave deep scars. The virus — spread through the air or by skin contact — last occured naturally in Somalia in 1977. It was wiped out by vaccination but some countries kept stocks in labs. Supplies were stolen from Russian labs after the Cold War and are feared to have fallen into the hands of terrorists and rogue states. Experts believe there would be a massive death toll if terrorists released the virus. Britain stopped vaccinating against smallpox in 1971, but the Government has stockpiled vaccine — as have authorities in the US, Australia and Canada.
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SACOMA wins one of the Highest Awards
THE YOUNG CHARITY WITH GRAND ACHIEVEMENTS
Last Friday 29th November, 2002, SACOMA was awarded the prestigious Investors In People standard by the Learning & Skills Council, London East. The award is given only to organisations and companies that demonstrate a practical commitment to training and overall development of their staff in order to enhance their performance and delivery of service. A local charity, Sahara Communities Abroad (SACOMA) working for immigrants from sub-Saharan Africa seems to have got off to a flying start. The organisation, based in Ilford, Essex (UK), has been in existence for barely two years, but it has been winning key awards in the voluntary sector out of its commitment to quality service.
 BME Community Development Mr. Jeremy Crook, BTEG addressing the guests |
 Former Mayor of Redbridge Councillor Filly Maravala (centre) with Sam Ochieng (left) at the function |
Presenting the award at a dinner ceremony held at the Penthouse, Mr Mark Rook from LSC London East said although SACOMA was a young organisation, it had put into place operational systems that would be an envy to bigger and well resourced organisations. The chief guest, former Redbridge mayor, Councillor Filly Maravala said there is need for more partnerships between local authorities and charities such as SACOMA, which are a better deliverer of services, are less bureaucratic and are often closer to communities that are hard to reach.
Councillor Maravala who is also the Labour spokesperson for Social Services said for Britain to continue claiming to be a compassionate society then “we must make it easier for charities to function through proper and sustainable funding.” “On their part, charities must ensure transparency and accountability in their activities. They must able to demonstrate how the public benefits from their activities,” said Cllr Maravala.
 Among those on the high table was Jeremy Crook, Mark Rook of LSC London East and Alex Amponsah of Business Link for London |
 Dr./Rev. Kitheka (right) joined the Seeds at table no. 5 |
 Mrs. Perez Ochieng of SACOMA (third left) receiving the award from Mark Rook (fourth left) as the SACOMA team looks on |
 The occasion was crowned by a dance by two members of the Disken Band who claims that disability is not inability, Mr. Noah Keya (left) and Paul Papa as they gave a number entitled "Nairobi"...Nairobi paradizo, sisi haturari tukikumbuka Nairobi, Nyama choma na ugali .....Nairobi, Nairobi.... |
The Investors In People is the highest quality standard an organization, company or institution can achieve in the UK. And to SACOMA it was like an icing on the cake of other awards won earlier in the year. Last month SACOMA won the Excellence In The Voluntary and Community Sector. At a personal level, SACOMA’s Chief Executive Mrs Perez Ochieng became the first black to win the national Fundraiser of the Year 2002 award run by the Institute of Fundraising.
SACOMA was founded by a team of five people two years ago to help relieve poverty, distress and poor health among immigrants from sub-Saharan Africa living in the UK. Over the past two years, the organisation has seen its client base rise from an initial 3 people per week to over 20 people per week.
MORE PHOTOS COMING AT HOT NEWS SECTION SOON
mean while remember - Sahara Community Abroad
The Investors in People
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NARC-UK launches a 39-page Manifesto in UK entitled
"WHAT NEXT FOR KENYA?"
A well research colour booklet
NARC-UK launched the Economic and Social Overview Paper - "What next for Kenya?" on Sunday 1st December, 2002 at Edware, Middlesex, UK. The colourful and well arranged occasion was attended by Kenyans professionals and businessmen in UK. The 39-page colour booklet covers almost all the areas of social and economic aspects in Kenya. (see below)
LAUNCH OF NARC’S, ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL OVERVIEW PAPER
“WHAT NEXT FOR KENYA?”
Guests posing for a one minute silence in remembrance of those who died at Mombasa terrorist bombings in Kenya.
Harry WHO was among the guests
 A section of guests during the launching among them was from right: Reporter Gitau wa Njenga, computer expert Sagini Onyancha, Harry, Mr. Mwai, Gatheru Rwamba former KMDJ secretary General, Mr. Murage, Robert Ruhiu and Kumar Satish |
 A Kenyan businessman in UK Mr. Gatheru Rwamba giving a speech during the launching. "It is my wish to see Kenyans in UK working as a team with one spirit towards one goal" commented Mr. Rwamba. |
 It was all excitment as the NARC-UK manifesto booklet was launched everyone going to his or her copy |
Harry WHO? - this is Harry Mwangi one of the committee members |
NARC-UK launched its Economic & Social overview in London, ahead of the forthcoming NARC delegation tour to UK next week. A 39 page comprehensive dossier entitled ‘What Next for Kenya’ offers a through insight into the current economic, political and social situation in Kenya today, ahead of much anticipated General Elections to be held in the next 26 days.
In this well researched and intelligently urged analysis, this paper address among other issues;
v The vision that must guide Kenya into the future
v Foreign Investment
v Infrastructure
v Comprehensive profiles of NARC leadership
v Mwai Kibaki – President in waiting
v Wamalwa Kijana – vice president in waiting
v Charity Kaluki Ngilu
v Raila Odinga
v Prof George Saitoti
v Ahead of next week’s tour to the UK by a delegation NARC officials headed by Wamalwa Kijana
v Background information of Kenya and NARC
v NARC economic policy overview with sector profiles in;
Ø Telecommunication
Ø Professional services
Ø Agriculture
Ø Tourism
Ø Information Technology
Ø Banking
Ø Engineering and Construction
Ø Pharmaceuticals
Ø Manufacturing and Industry
Ø Media
Ø This paper also addresses social issues in Kenya like corruption, Security and sports.
Chief guest, Gatheru Rwamba, a prominent Kenyan businessman in UK hailed NARC-UK for their good work. Mr Rwamba underscored the importance of unity and co-existence among the Kenyan community abroad. He noted that Kenyans abroad contributes an estimated. Ksh 15 billion annual to the domestic economy. “I am excited like many other Kenyans about the hope anticipated ahead of the general elections. Mr Rwamba also stated that many Kenyans would want to be involved and identified in the positive changes happening in Kenya after the election. To this end, he appealed to the NARC-UK tour committee to consider the minimum possible gate entrance charges to the weekend events.
On the 6th of December 2002, The National Rainbow Coalition of Kenya’s Tour to the UK led by Hon. Kijana Wamalwa begins. We have two functions on the day;
Friday 6th December 2002
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Business & Investors Luncheon; Venue; The Marriot, Marble Arch,Tickets: £250 1pm – 5.30 pm
· Dinner Dance; Venue; The Royal National Hotel, Russell Square,
Tickets: £50 7.00 P.M. till late
Saturday 7th December 2002
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Kenyan University Students in the UK: Venue; London 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.·
Public Rally Venue; East London 3 pm to 8 p.m.Sunday 8th December 2002
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Day of worship for Mombassa Bomb VictimsFor Tickets, please call us on
08450561190 or email back indicating your phone number so that we can call you back.Sincerely,
NARC UK
