HUKAS CHRONICLES

MINISTER FOR LOCAL GOVT ( TEMP)

dhhook76@gmail.com — Thu, 17 May 2012 10:02:54 PDT

Fred Ngumo the newly appointed minister for local government is an interesting man. The man who is well known for telling the president sometimes back to kaa ngumu kama ngumo is a unique specimen and I have come to notice just how unique a specimen he is. Watching the man the other day taking over from mudavadi I was shocked at the words coming from his mouth directed at the PS. He was telling the ps that he did not care for anything technical and was there to liaise with councillors or something to that effect. He was greeted with laughter I wonder why? It was a sad affair and one that should not have occurred. It was even sadder because the laughter gave it some justification. I expected uproar and indignation, at least a question from a journalist on it but it never came to pass. A light bulb went off in my head and I understood why ministers are extremely reluctant to vacate their seats when the ministries they head are neck-deep in some scandal, fraud or such like mess. They have no inkling as to what goes on in their ministries not by default but by deliberate actions or should I say inactions. It’s a case of see no evil hear no evil, lets loot and plunder and deny. Now, I hope I am wrong but I think many a minister share Ngumo’s ideals and perspectives on leadership. I see ministers on the house floors trying to answer questions and the evidence of both their incompetence and indifference oozes out of every syllable of their prepared answers. It’s pathetic; a shame and disgrace that MP’s only want the privileges and not the responsibilities that go with being leaders. This is the kind of mentality that should have been severed from the minds of all those who undertake public service; especially those who are at the very top, years ago. If I was the appointing authority I would have withdraw Ngumo appointment with immediate effect citing among other issues lack of commitment and willingness to serve and take responsibility for his ministry. It is a good thing that ministries will soon be run by professionals; a small consolation is that maybe the whole bunch of bloated cabinet is not rotten. They might be a few who are good but the rest of the useless bunch are eclipsing them. A leave with this advice to ministers, get down, get dirty. Interact with your personnel. Eagerly participate in all aspect of your ministries regardless of whether it is technical or laborious. We don’t pay you to sit on you behind and doze. This is not a holiday resort. Wake up! And style up!

PM RAILA'S RUNNING MATE

dhhook76@gmail.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:00:27 PDT

Whether we love the man or hate his guts one thing is for certain, the man is a shrewd politician and at the fore of the race to succeed president Kibaki. The recent happening in his party is a major blow to his candidature; no doubt, but he is still a force to reckon with and any one running for the top seat will do good not to under estimate the man. Those who are wise know the folly of turning your back on tinga, as toro will tell you the man is a worthy adversary and should be treated with caution and respect. The man with his riddles and charisma can almost always be expected to turn tables on his detractors; in fact the political profilers think that chaos is his element. On the other hand the Gichungu Mp and the Nark Kenya chairperson Martha Karua is an uncompromising -takes no prisoners type iron lady. The stone faced bare knuckle politician is as fierce as they come. the former magistrate from is not only a brilliant lawyer but even a better law-maker; uncharacteristically she can be loyal and will fight for her position even in the face of insurmountable deluge. in fact it can be said that were it not for her heroics and gallantry Kibaki's PNU would not be enjoying the half loaf they now control. that aside i think the two leaders if they can come together would be a force to recon with. in fact the pair would bridge many constitutional and legal requirements were they to come together. first and most important is the issue of gender balance. if we were to elect the two in then we will deal with the gender issue emphatically. the two will not be filling the position just to satisfy the gender rule but i believe in the two as having the requisite skills to take us to the next step. secondly region balance will be accomplished. the two ethnic rivals will have a person, capable at that in the two highest offices. i think the step will also ready us for the historic day when for the first time we will have a first woman president for the republic of Kenya in the person of Martha Karua. the central Kenya residents should be very proud that this is only a matter of time and it will come to pass. the pair i also believe will restore some discipline in the leadership of ,our country. the will unlike Kibaki have no qualms kicking out tribal and indiscipline elements out of the government into jails. The two will also balance each other well, both have strong work ethics and commitment which will evidently be rub-stamped into the juniors and hopefully trickle down to, the police, government ministries, civil servants,teachers, parastatal and most importantly the Kenyan

people.

A WOMAN SCORNED PART 1

dhhook76@gmail.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:28:43 PDT

2:30 am I fumbled into my house expecting as is the case these days a cold reception from Diana. Diana works with me in the finance department and despite her terrible accounting she was a stunner and I had proposed a more private engagement and we have been privately consulting now for a year. The matter soon progressed and I was soon cohabiting with Diana. It started gradually, a tooth brush forgotten, then a few change of clothes and before long we had that ‘we need to talk’ conversation. She talked and I was informed that we could save money if we lived together and she had taken the initiative not to renew her lease and BAAM! We were leaving together. Lately the relationship has become unbearable; Diana wanted this, Diana wanted that, she was nagging me to formalize the relationship. So I have been drinking, sleeping out and playing the field. The matter did not amuse Diana, I didn’t expect it. I was hoping she will be pissed enough to leave. It only takes two years together to be legally married and we were doing the fifteenth month. But today the room was empty; I sighed with relief, and thought it was bound to happen soon or later. I slumped down on the sofa and as I bent down to do my shoes and an envelop on the floor caught my eye. I quickly reached for it and tearing the envelop I started reading. Dear Mc’Satan I hope this letter finds you unwell, I know this is not a good way to start any letter but I think after what you put me through its appropriate enough. The memories bring me acrimony and my belly churns. Ire rising I think of retribution. Things that hurt that I should do to you. Pay back! Pay back for how you treated me. Payback for all the time you hurt me and for the treachery you portrayed. Methodically I think of the best way I can extract my revenge. Should I frame you for murder? Or, should I get some drugs on you and then alert the police? Even though jail is too lenient a punishment for you maybe when you are sitting unaccompanied in a cell you might have the undivided provision of time to think of what you have done and be penitent. Or will you? Perhaps I shouldn’t be that drastic, maybe I should download a virus onto your laptop. Hopefully you’ll loose all your data and perhaps then, just maybe you will feel a small claim of how I am feeling right now. Possibly without it you might have something bona fide than cheap porn and bogus facebook relationships. You didn’t think I knew about them did you? Well, I checked your web history. It’s ugly. After all we’ve been through together how could you? How could you disregard my calls? Yes, I know you ignore them; I hope you get mugged and all your electronics are carted away. I hope your prized contacts are lost forever, when you try to restore your number, may it fail. May you be called by prospective employers and be missed. ....................TO BE CONTINUED...............................................

A WOMAN SCORNED PART II

dhhook76@gmail.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:29:03 PDT

USELESS MAN! I hope you are sacked this day without pay or benefits, may you also be kicked from you house and your property taken over by auctioneers. I hope you gnash your teeth and roll in the dust in utter anguish. Perhaps then you will know how it feels to have you world turned upside down. You will learn how precarious you have made my life with your careless, erratic sexual escapades. May your cheap Chinese boxers bless you with IMPOTENCE! I hope your self esteem shrinks and may cowardice grow and multiply in your stunted chest. May it be so severe that you may not even have the courage to commit suicide. I hope you become an alcoholic, I hope you drink those illegal concoctions. I don’t want you to die; not yet. I’m hoping you loose all your hair and nails in the process, may your teeth fall off. May the lethal drink equip you with poor eyesight and abundant amnesia and paranoia! Amnesia of the good parts of your existence and paranoia for your worst fear and all the evil things you have done. When others are waking up to the sound of birds chirping away you will be kept awake by the stench of your own putrid useless existence. May people use you as a guinea pig! I hope they use you as a case study in some pharmaceutical drug testing program. May it all go awry! I hope you grow horns and a tail. Still may a third eye grow into your forehead! Perhaps then your true identity may be put out for all to see. DEVIL! YOU!

EASTLEIGH

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:11:09 PDT

When i am going home i have to go to Eastleigh. it is where i get my ride home. the crowded place that has more sellers than buyers could easily be the commercial hub of Kenya were it not for the poor infrastructure and ill designed business premises.

Dusty when dry, wet and filthy when it pours the place attracts traders of all manner like flies. people sell almost anywhere and the fact that they are still in business is nothing short of a miracle. simply because in eastleigh traders sale almost identical stuff.

well for me i had some minutes to kill as i wait for the ride hence this post here. the joke is you cant come to eastleigh and leave without impulsely buying something you don't need.

i got to go, later. cheers!

ONGERI AND COMPANY

dhhook76@gmail.com — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 03:40:37 PDT

I my not responsible, it was others. there is no iota of blame on me. when you here some of the things Kenyan politician say when they are caught pants down on corruption allegations its just unforgivable.

whole ministers who think that theirs is to sit pretty and earn millions in tax payers money without being responsible for anything.

money meant to educate Kenyan children, that was loaned to us, has being misappropriate under your watch, billion has been stolen. but you are not responsible. what crap, what audacity.

Minister Ongeri you make me sick, people who have nothing to fear don't cling to office and blame others. they do the honorable thing. they step aside and let independent investigation take place. do yourself a favor ask for forgiveness from all the young Kenyans who wont get the rightful education because you were not guilty hence its was none of your problems.

the appointee authority must step in and take action. Minister were not asked into the office. they should not begged to take responsibility, they should be sacked and the law can take its natural cause.

GRADUATION

dhhook76@gmail.com — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 02:52:59 PDT

many of my friends got their college degree yesterday. here we call it the order of the towel. For reasons beyond my control i was not able to do the same. sometime back i realized that it would not happen this year.

the whole not graduating thing was tough pill to swallow but the hardest part was feeling left behind by colleagues. after some self assessment i realized that that was not the reason i felt bad. i felt bad because in a way the system of education we have has a way of making one feel inadequate.

there is always this measuring of one self against the work of others. even though we clearly know that everyone is different and will only perform uniquely according to his/her ability.

i am at home today, i know the only person i have to please is myself. today i have something to look forward to and it is not permission to earn my keep .

ASSUMPTIONS

dhhook76@gmail.com — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:03:49 PDT

we dont have to be the same
you know agree on everything
have the same mind
but we can do this
DISAGREE

Huh! yes, we can
DISAGREE
and on our own
somehow, someway
find our truth

again you know, i have a thing
for girls with big eyes
somehow i believe
the same extends to their heart
an assumption
but one I'm very comfortable with

see when they smile
and their eyes light up
or when they are keenly listening
their eyes a pool of possibilities
its a picture of beauty
you don't want to make her cry
coz that's not what her eyes are for
and when she lovingly looks you in your eyes
the is nothing you won't do for her

dhhook76@gmail.com — Wed, 25 May 2011 04:55:31 PDT

SCENE ONE
“WHERE ARE YOU”

It’s almost night time in Amoco, people walk hurriedly to and fro as each tries to finish their business in town before night falls. On a sparsely crowded Kinjo street, a handsome woman of medium height walks leisurely smiling to herself. Rita, walks with a small confident stride, many turn and get a second glimpse as they pass her. Rita doesn’t mind this; she is used to the stares. Reaching the bus stop, she stops beside a small crowd that like her awaits the bus; for a ride home.

A few minutes pass and a few men try to catch her attention; she smiles and gives them no more. As the stares evolve into fulltime gaping she reaches into her handbag, retrieves her mobile phone and proceeds to listen to some music. With her earphones in place she retreats from the bus stage to her own little peaceful haven and prays that the bus comes quickly. But almost immediately her music is interrupted by a call; a quick check on the caller ID reveals that it’s her beau. Smiling even more she hurriedly receives the call.

Rita: Hey You! Where are you at?
Dante: Right behind you.
Rita: Stop playing, seriously where are you?
Dante: Check your rear view.

Rita: I see, you want to play games.
Dante: Games! I daren’t on my heart flame.
Rita: Ooooh! You, you got a way with words.
Dante: It’s easy with you; you make my heart
Flutter like a million birds.
filling me with joy like a flood.

Rita: (smiling) enough! I can’t take it anymore.
Just tell me where you are.
I’m touched to my core.

Dante: Not so fast, now look around you
If you want to find me, here is a clue
Find me in the stranger knowing smile
I’m in the couple’s blissful,
Oblivious love
Find me in the young man’s
Confident stride
Further look for me in a mother’s
Fretful nature and
A family’s unshakeable union
But to physically see me, look behind you.

Rita: (Turning around, she finds herself
Chin to chin with her love)
Oh! Sweet nectar bird,
How did you get here so fast?

Dante: On a chariot of fire of our love.
Come thee hither, and quench all your thirst.

Rita: (Hugging him tightly)
Stop, I can’t bear you talk
My legs have turned into jelly.
My heart drums furiously,
Threatening to explode and send me
Yonder into smithereens.
With your every word, I’m lifted.
You make me float in a daze so beautiful
I don’t want to wake up.
Oh! Sweet nectar bird, your honeyed words
Have overwhelmed my famished palate.

Dante: Say no more, I cannot……

Rita: Sshhhhh! Speak no more,
You’ve said enough to last me a lifetime.
Even though my ears crave more,
and my heart yearns the same
I think we have said enough,
come now, use you lips. Calm my
Excited body with your kisses,
caress me with strong arms. Loosen
Every tension in my tendons,
crush me to you. Lets mesh, merge if you
Will and make love.

Shuttle diplomacy round II

dhhook76@gmail.com — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:14:03 PDT

The continued flogging of this dead horse by the VP and those supporting and willingly financing this futile endeavor clearly shows the misplaced priorities of our political class.
The support of China and Russia should not be seen as a light at the end of the tunnel but a possible opportunity through which these countries can further stretch their mighty and coerce our country to make bilateral commitments. They will not hesitate to milk every possible economical gain knowing very well our leaders are desperate and in that all that is needed is one veto, which America has promised to deliver.
It’s a great to be patriotic and fight for our sovereignty or whatever reason we may put forward for this futile attempt to remedy a situation that has gone beyond return but enough is enough. We had our chance, we failed, period! Let’s stop this chasing game, concentrate on important matters like the implementation of the constitution, poverty eradication, creating capacity for food security for our people.

+MTEJA+

dhhook76@gmail.com — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 02:17:24 PDT

Waiting for you to call,
i hold my phone and move to a place
where the connection is stronger
i try to concentrate and do some work
but i cant, my mind keeps wandering

All i know is that i got to see you
i got to talk to you, i have to hold you
i got to give you the warmest of bear hugs
but you don't call, you don't keep your promise
i want to call you,and find out what is up
but i cant, i feel i am coming on to strong
i don't want to push you away

i want you to want me to do this things for you
the desire to be next to you overwhelms me and i call you
but you dont pick my call, now i am perplexed!
what could be the matter?
but i let you be, i tell myself-
you might not be in a position to talk
i let you be even though i am hurt
i let you be, hoping eventual you call

KAMUA KAMUA LEO

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:09:26 PDT

Today is my day. Today is an opportunity from God to do something remarkable for humanity. I will do what I do best by writing to everyone who cares to read. Today is not only my day but yours also. Everyone has equal right to rejoice in today for each has the same amount of time to carry out what his or her purpose is for today. Do you have a purpose for today?

There is no unfairness today, only a short time to do the right thing. Maybe all you need today is to follow the right advice and make an informed choice. My friend, remember today is a day of investment in the future and a chance to learn from yesterday mistakes. It’s a new beginning to right all the wrongs we have done. Yes, today is that and more, today is a gift wrapped for us. Have you unwrapped and discovered what is in your package?

Today may be more simple than all this, it might be a chance to forgive those who have wronged us, a chance to make new friends and reconcile with old enemies. It could be a time to go back and seek out those we have wronged and ask for pardon. This may be the opportunity to kick that bad habit that has been pulling us back. Today could be this-it could be more, it your choice because today lies before you virgin and fertile with possibilities. Have you realize the possibilities in store for you if you were to exploit the generosity the today brings?

For some today would be a day to rejuvenate and gain back lost energies, for some it would be a day to say farewell to familiar surrounding, it might be a day to leap into the unknown or a day to turn and walk back home. be it as it may, today equalizes all in that it favors none and looks to give all an equal dose of everything in the store, are you ready to work with what today throws your way from it deep pockets of unfathomable realities?

I have done my purpose for today, I hope in some little way this piece will push you towards grabbing the infinite possibilities today throws you. We don’t have many guarantees in life, it short and fragile lets make it enjoyable and fulfilling by each day living like the next moment is our last.

RELATIONSHIP WOES AND WORRIES

dhhook76@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:59:24 PDT

I promise to love, cherish, respect and adore you. I could have the whole world but if you were not in it I will spite it. Bitterness turns to sweetness when we fellowship together. Just the thought of having you in my corner gives me the courage and strength to go on. Your smile fortifies me and a simple hug from pushes me into over-drive.

The problem with most of our promises is that we do not intend to honor them. We say them for convenience, be it in a relationship or otherwise. We make promises because there is a time span between when the promise is being made and its actualization. This is mean and selfish, but it is also human. We can’t accuse and vilify a person for being human but this is not an excuse for us to continue dishing out lies and empty promises.

RELATIONSHIP WOES CONTINUED

dhhook76@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:55:59 PDT

Someone once said that the best way not to break a promise is not to give it in the first place. Easier said than done, we find ourselves in moments of emotional euphoria and when the question is popped we simply answer in affirmative. Sometimes it crueler than that, we string people along, giving out false hope and aspiration knowing affirmatively that we don’t intend to honor our promise immediately we gain our hearts desire. This calculated also planned fraud is at the very least shameful and distasteful but when there is an office to be coveted, or a status to be raised this seems a small enough price to be pay.
Peter is what ladies would label a ‘player’; he uses his persuasive prowess and verbal skills to strings ladies along. His misdemeanors are known far and wide in the campus but this has not stopped ladies from falling into his sweet embrace. Maybe it’s the womanly nature to try and change men. Most ladies internal maybe attribute Martin failures to his lady friends. They say that a woman greatest enemy is another woman. I don’t believe in that but my believe or lack of it thereof has not stop the sun from setting in the west. Martin is rumored to be a smooth operator. His victims have even attested to the irresistible charm that he unleashes when he decides to. It is said that he is gentleman but cannot help himself when a beautiful woman challenges him with a flirt.

MUSKETERS CONTINUED

dhhook76@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:23:39 PDT

The chairman of the party Mr. Timberlake took great issue with the current proposed constitution as non representative of the masses and accused the government for deliberately ignoring some sectors. He also said that the constitution as it is doesn’t cater for the special interests of women, children and the handicapped. Also he spoke of mismanagement of public funds, welfare fund for the unemployed and transparency and accountability in terms of resources mobilization and distribution. Mr. Timberlake hopes to clinch the Langata seat currently held by the Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

Esther Adongo Timberlake started by stating that she has withdrawn the court case she had against her parents. She said that her parents forced her hand by not giving into her wishes and told girls to not let their parents make life changing decision for them. Esther had also harsh words for her former fiancée as a conman and threatened to take him to court if he doesn’t return her car’s log book. When challenged to produce evidence of this allegation she quickly said that she will do so in court if he does not return the said log book.

Listeners of the show congratulate the three for stepping up to the plate but warned them that elections are not won by staying in the city but by going to the grass root and meeting the electorate. Also, listeners wanted to know about the Manifesto, Their dismissed their detractors and promised changes if elected.

THE 3 MUSKETERS

dhhook76@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:22:11 PDT

Today, while having my evening siesta to replenish ‘the lost energies’ as I like to call it i tried roaming the radio frequencies for something soothing to ease me to sleep. As I roamed through I bumped into this new local Fm station called Q Fm and was just in time for the most unlikely interview between the show presenters and three individuals aspiring to hold the mantle of leadership in this country Kenya.

These were, husband and wife Quincy Timberlake and Esther Arunga and their mentor Joseph Hellon were giving the views on the new found political aspirations, the Placenta political party the created and why the say NO to the proposed new constitution. The interviewer immediately took them to task on the name for their political party (PLACENTA) Hellon, informed her why they chose the name, he said that it was symbolic for a new beginning for Kenyans and meant the transition from the old guard to the young blood. The placenta represented the bridge that will facilitate this transition. He was quick to add that in the coming election held under the old constitution he will run for the presidency and also if elected become the Minister for Agriculture. He said that Kenyan have enough resources agricultural to become an economic power house under the right policies and leadership. Mr. Hellon is going to run for the Rongo constituency seat come 2012.

to be continued.......

MEDIA LITERACY: READERS DIGEST

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:22:01 PDT

My favorite magazine is the readers digest. The reason I am fond of this magazine is because it contents encompasses almost all spheres of life. It deals with political issues, medical and technological advancement, humour, relationships and real life
issues. Secondly the presentations by different columnist are very precise and full of good research.

I like it for it wholesomeness and sensitivity to the different audiences it cares of with a subtle but authoritative analysis. As for my literacy in consumption of this medium message I am confident that I am reasonably literate. I do not for a fact accept any of the content as gospel truth I always have this skeptic and doubtful attitude towards it until I have confirmed that indeed the message are infact a fact. I have said reasonably literate because unfortunately my media skill does not free me from all my biases and prejudices. The readers digest as i mentioned earlier has a variety of content ranging from health, technology, fashion, true stories,sex and relationships.

There was a time I read about this woman celebrity in South African who alleged that she was abused by some members of her family as she was growing up. Then when
she was pressed and asked why she did not reveal this to someone close to her i.e. her mother or confidant she claimed that she did not have any such person to
tell. The interviewer further asked her why she did not do when she was afterwards, she claimed that she was better off forgetting that terrible part of her life. She further went to say that even today when she goes for family reunion she still sees those who molested her. She feels angry that they have the gut to be there after all they have done to her. At first it thought his could be one of those staged
performance by the media to attract audience i.e. the notion that when it bleeds it leads, but I was able to read further on rape and child molestation. Statitistics shocked me when it said that indeed children who undergo this most of the time go with it to the grave. Parents who are most of the time the perpetrators are supposedly protectors of this children. Girls who rush to the mothers to announce
the sad news of being raped by fathers are hushed or even beaten for trying to soil the good name of the father. Mothers protect the marriage and the other interest comes a distance second.

The fact that I can access the content from various point of access increases my enjoyment of the magazine. Most of the time I read Readers Digests to get information on the current advancement in disciplines of medicine and technology. I read to learn about what individuals are tying to do to curb global warming and international terrorism. But other times I just go to the library to peruse through a volume of the readers digests to read the humour and jokes column. I find that the humour and various anecdotes are not amusing but also real. The jokes and
humour columns are strategically placed to entice which I take note but all the same the content of the jokes are worth the entrapment at the end of the reading. Thirdly I sometimes come to read the readers digests for their inspirational real life stories that are encouraging and uplifting. The fact that it happened to someone else shows it could also happen to me and I could gained immensely from their experience.

KENYAN WINS SAFARICOM SEVENS

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:22:33 PDT

The Kenya rugby team won the Safaricom Seven yet again. The team captained by Humphrey Kayange did so by winning all the matches. of note is the semi final playoff with the other Kenyan team Shujaa who they gave a rugby lesson on the way to the final.

The final an intense match with the South African Emerging Brooks was a nailing biting affair that was made even more tough by the torrential rainfall that flooded the pitch while the matching was on going. The Emerging Brooks who were younger and more aggressive and creative were outdone by the Kenyan experience and kicking game. The hosts were also buoyed by the great supports given by home fans.

the team finishes the season on a happy note after a not so great IRB seven rugby circuit which saw them demoted two places to No. 6. this will give the team a much needed psychological boost as they break camp and return to their respective teams.

AMERICAN VP EXPEXTED IN TOWN

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 01:34:57 PDT

The American VP is expected to land in Nairobi today as a part of a tour of African countries. Mr. Joe Biden is expected to talk to the coalition partners; president Mwai Kibaki and Prime Minister Raila Odinga about the up coming August 4th constitution referendum and other economic and political reforms the government is supposed to implement.

The vice President will also meet other high ranking government officials and it is expected that he will make a stop at the speaker of the national assembly office to discuss parliament's work towards reforms.

American government has been criticized by the proponents of NO campaigns against the constitution to be forcing the reforms and passage of the bills down the throat of Kenyans. President Barrack has been accused of openly supporting the proposed constitution, which he did not deny in an interview recently but said that though he supports the process openly he will not do the same for the results.

American ambassador in Kenya Michael Raineberger recently said that the visit points to improved relations between the two countries and a future visit by the president himself is in the offing. Obama, did promise in the interview to do so before the end of his term but pointed out that he has had to cancel a tour because of growing oil spillage problem in the gulf of Mexico and is currently grounded at home.

THE MAIZE AFLATOXIN PROBLEM

dhhook76@gmail.com — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 11:25:22 PDT

The Alfatoxin problem that farmers are currently losing maize too is not a new thing in Kenya. Long before the rains started, the meteorological department amid many doubts stated that there will be Elnino rains. Some farmers even went tried to sue the department when the rains gave a break. But this time the weatherman was right and the failure to take this into account has led to the current loss of maize to Alfatoxin. The farmers should have been assisted in harvesting and drying of the maize. Also, the government should have taken the maize off the farmers hand and ensured that both farmers and the exchequer will not incur the current loss.

It is what it is and now that we are here, the government is taking apoun itself the responsibility to rid the maize off the farmers hand in the Alfatoxin prone area amidst claims of loss of lives to the consumption of the ill fated corn. All this is happening as MPs from the area grumble that the compensation is not enough. This is a good example of the reactive nature of our leaders; waiting for something to go wrong and them trying to play devils advocate. This Mps should have monitored the situation, informed the farmers on better harvesting and storage methods and pushed the government towards action. What they are doing now is shedding crocodile tears for the farmers and polarizing the problem. Politics has no place in this issue and farmers should at least get the said compensation and surrender the maize.

Still I worry, because this is the kind of issue that will invite an even bigger problem. As the government confiscates the said toxic corn it is important that it is destroyed and done publicly in every district. I say publicly because someone might try to sell the same maize to millers or every reintroduce them directly back to Kenyans. Also, some officials in charge may try to mix them with the good maize in our government cereals board. Anything is likely, given prior experiences and it’s the responsibility of the government to ensure that none of these scenarios takes place and Kenyans are protected.

FROM DEEP DOWN

dhhook76@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:25:40 PDT

When things are really bad and i cant see a way through

i am glad

when its all dark and i can light my way out

i rejoice

when all my efforts seem futile and i am distraught

i surrender

when people talk ill of me, and words like fire pierce me

i am in comfort

angry anxious, waiting in a line to get served, i am slighted

i smile

knowing that you think me a fool for being myself

i contradict you not

for in my weakness, his greatness beams brighter than ever
he comes through for me in ways i can even say.
taking me from nowhere to heights of great abundance
from little to all i even need he comes through and provides.
thanks for all the humbling lessons, teaching trials and strengthening times.

ADVERT CRITIQUE

dhhook76@gmail.com — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:55:51 PDT

The Kameme Fm advert is well headed; the use of bolder type face in the heading both attracts and captures the attention of the audience.

Secondly the pictures used to show various presenters behind their popular shows not only gives the shows more publicity but connects the listeners with the presenters because now they can put a face to the Kameme radio shows.

The emblem at the bottom right also gives the advert a sense of authority and originality. The use also embeds the message of Kameme further into the listener ship creating more loyalty and following. The association between the logo and message is synonymous with having all messages of an organization abide by its vision and mission.

The target is clear since the presenter’s names and the message at the end “kameme FM- Kenya’s leading kikuyu language station” distinctly identifies this niche.

‘Rift’ a corruption of lift is used to again connect with the same listener ship. It also gives the advert a humor edge.

The message part is significantly short but gets the message home. The message with rhymes and rhythm gives the whole advert a music aspect as the reader gets to know what is on offer from dawn to dusk form kameme.

DICK WATHIKA LOSES SEAT

dhhook76@gmail.com — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:53:12 PDT

In what is turning into a craze another MP in the 10th parliament lost his seat after a court found that his election to the seat was not without controversy. the MAKADARA mp is the latest seating member of parliament to lose his seat. he follows the likes of former TRANSPORT mister Chirau Ali Mwakwere and bishop Margaret Wanjiro who have recently been dethroned.

speaking to the media after the announcement Dick promised to file an appeal against the court ruling. while he was be mourning his loss supporters of his opponent reuben Ndolo were on the street singing and merry making.

ndolo told the press that justice had been done since he lost his seat in controversial circumstances. the loss of Dick who untroubled encoarage more petition filed to be rushed to completion.

the current phenomenon where sitting members of parliament are dethroned was in the past unheard off but since the last general election many a MP has been biting his/her lips fearing the loss of the seat at any single moment due to court ruling. where or not this new discovery will stop electoral theft remains to be seen.

STIMA VANDALS: THE NEED TO ACTIVELY STOP THEM

dhhook76@gmail.com — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:42:11 PDT

It is 6:30 in the evening; many people are rushing to get home before a seemingly ominous rain falls. But Enemas Mambo Badd and his two colleagues are hovering around a Kenya Power and lighting cable line. The three are holding a crude pair of pliers, a makeshift ladder and a machete. They are in no hurry and wait for the dark before climbing the transformer and vandalize it.

The impact of their action is felt immediately when thousands of customers connected to that line lose their electric power and fail to carry out their daily activities. Kplc connects schools, individual homes, offices and health centres. The vandalism of Kplc cables, transformers and other property has a far reaching effect on the millions of people counting on these services not withstanding resources that have to be mobilized to identity and fix the problem; resources that could be used elsewhere.

Those vandalizing Kplc cables and transformers like Enemas are not only derailing the provision of much needed services by the Kplc but they are responsible for the increase in the electrical bills to the consumer since Kplc cannot shoulder all the cost of reinstalling vandalized property and part of the cost has to be shouldered by consumers.

It’s the right and duty of every Kenyan to report all cases of vandalism taking place. ‘Mulika Mwizi’ because the illegal enterprise he/she is undertaking will affect you one way or the other.

Also Kplc has fighting the war against unlawful power connection and dangerous unspecialized servicing and maintenance of these illegal connections might seem smart but in fact it may turn out to be very deadly. If you engage in such activities you are not only robbing the government of much needed revenue but you are putting yourself and your loved ones in peril way.

Today there are simpler ways of accessing Stima. Kplc has put in place the Stima loan for those who cannot afford to pay for the connection at once, visit our offices and we will serve you. Remember electricity vandalism is a crime and punishable by up to 10 years or a fine of half a million. Do not be caught on the wrong side of law, report all cases of vandalism through our toll free number provided below and visit our website to learn more about how you can benefit from the many services provided.

Remember ‘Mulika Mwizi’ , it is in your best interest, do not tamper with the meters it’s a criminal offence, say no to cheap illegal connection you may end up paying by a death of loved one, destruction of property and a cold jail cell for a home.

FORBES LIST: WORLD'S WEALTHY PEOPLE

dhhook76@gmail.com — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:55:17 PST

Carlos Slim Helu takes No. 1 spot on Forbes World's Billionaires list as a record 164 10-figure titans return to the ranking amid the global economic recovery. the Mexican holds various telecom holdings, including giant mobile outfit America Movil (AMX),

The Mexican dethrones Americans Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to become the wealthiest person on earth and nab the top spot on the 2010 Forbes list of the World's Billionaires. These year sees many past dwindling billionaires come back to the list after the economic down town the past two years. americans lead the list with 38% of the collective $3.6 trillion net worth of the world's richest, down from 44% a year ago.

Of the 97 new members of the list, only 16% are from the U.S. By contrast, Asia made big gains. The region added 104 moguls and now has just 14 fewer than Europe, thanks to several large public offerings and swelling stock markets.27 billionaires from China,

Finland and Pakistan both welcomed their first billionaires.

For the first time China (including Hong Kong) has the most billionaires outside the U.S. with 89.

Russia has 62 billionaires, 28 of them returnees who had fallen off last year's list amid a meltdown in commodities. Total returnees to the list this year: 164.

Eleven countries have at least double the number of billionaires they had a year ago, including China, India, Turkey and South Korea.