Ambassador Bethwel Kiplagat is a man of peace; this is in no doubt. His passion to broker peace in war-torn countries like Somalia among others is evident to all and sundry. Since his appointment to head the sensitive Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission by the President, he has been bombarded with criticism from various quarters for failing to react when historical injustices were being committed in the country.
It is unfair to criticize this man who has been patriotic to his country and continent at large. He should be allowed to carry out his mandate t o the very end without uncalled for meddling .He has got a challenging assignment that may change Kenya for good. I have no doubt that this man has got the merit and audacity to deliver.
South Africa and Rwanda are great beneficially of TJRC and Kenya might also benefit from this commission.
James M Kanyi
Juba,S Sudan
Monday, July 27, 2009
Investors need to support Uchumi.
Close to four years ago, Uchumi Supermarkets Ltd investors woke up to the rude shock: the company had been put under receivership in a controversial manner. Worse still, their shares had been suspended in the Nairobi Stock Exchange. The situation was gloomy to say the least.
The company was put under receivership three years ago and it is amazing how successful this arrangement has been. Under the stewardship f the receiver manager, Mr. Jonathan Ciano, the giant retail shop has been remarkably turned around.
It’s therefore important that the shareholders support all the plans to revive it. Investors are longing to invest in it when its shares are re-listed in the stock market.
James M Kanyi
Juba.Southern Sudan.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Of boys and their motor bikes in Juba
There is nothing much to talk about the capital city of Southern Sudan, Juba, in terms of development.However, the city has huge potential for exponential growth in future if the government encourages investors.
This is not the issue at least for now. The issue at hand has to do with the biking craze of the local boys. Stories are told of how the boys acquired their favorite machines – the motor bikes commonly known as Senke.
Some years back, somebody came up with an ingenious idea ago of rewarding them with motor bikes whenever they surrendered their guns. It was a ploy to break the jinx of child soldier.
Boys as young as 12 years cruise the dilapidated roads leading to Juba oblivious of the dangers posed by speeding vehicles. They don’t observe the slightest road signs nor do they abide with instructions. A couple of times, I have observed them pull dangerous stunts like standing on the seat while accelerating at top speed or lying prostrate on the bike while riding.Amazingly,none of them has protective gears like helmets or heavy jackets.
Everyday, an alarming number of them are involved in grisly road accidents yet they don’t seem to learn. The accidents are too many that some hospitals have specific wards for Senke victims. I hear that they are treated without anesthesia to teach them a lesson. I think it’s the high time some sanity is exercised by the local authority to reduce the accidents.
James Mwangi Kanyi.
Juba,S Sudan.
This is not the issue at least for now. The issue at hand has to do with the biking craze of the local boys. Stories are told of how the boys acquired their favorite machines – the motor bikes commonly known as Senke.
Some years back, somebody came up with an ingenious idea ago of rewarding them with motor bikes whenever they surrendered their guns. It was a ploy to break the jinx of child soldier.
Boys as young as 12 years cruise the dilapidated roads leading to Juba oblivious of the dangers posed by speeding vehicles. They don’t observe the slightest road signs nor do they abide with instructions. A couple of times, I have observed them pull dangerous stunts like standing on the seat while accelerating at top speed or lying prostrate on the bike while riding.Amazingly,none of them has protective gears like helmets or heavy jackets.
Everyday, an alarming number of them are involved in grisly road accidents yet they don’t seem to learn. The accidents are too many that some hospitals have specific wards for Senke victims. I hear that they are treated without anesthesia to teach them a lesson. I think it’s the high time some sanity is exercised by the local authority to reduce the accidents.
James Mwangi Kanyi.
Juba,S Sudan.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
On marriage, you are totally wrong Tony M.
On your article titled “Why the male species fears marriage”, you were successful in driving one point home: how ignorant you are regarding the institution called marriage. I am a married man and I celebrated my thirtieth birthday last month .I can categorically admit that there is nothing fulfilling in life than marriage.
According to your argument, this sacred bonding is nothing but an encumbrance to those partners who engage in it for a number of reasons.
First, for a man, his liberty to use his hard earned cash is left at the mercies of his better half and thus he cannot claim to be the master he is destined to be.
Second, the man is burdened with the responsibilities of meeting the needs of the children begotten.
It is tragic that you can advocate for splashing your hard-earned income in unproductive activities such as drinking rather than starting a family. I can bet one thing – and this is for certain – you will regret why you took so long to start a family.
Before I got married, I was skeptic about marriage but the moment I tied the knot, my lifestyle was transformed unimaginably. Come on Tony, save that extra buck for your future family. Time is running out really fast.
James Mwangi Kanyi.
Juba,S Sudan.
According to your argument, this sacred bonding is nothing but an encumbrance to those partners who engage in it for a number of reasons.
First, for a man, his liberty to use his hard earned cash is left at the mercies of his better half and thus he cannot claim to be the master he is destined to be.
Second, the man is burdened with the responsibilities of meeting the needs of the children begotten.
It is tragic that you can advocate for splashing your hard-earned income in unproductive activities such as drinking rather than starting a family. I can bet one thing – and this is for certain – you will regret why you took so long to start a family.
Before I got married, I was skeptic about marriage but the moment I tied the knot, my lifestyle was transformed unimaginably. Come on Tony, save that extra buck for your future family. Time is running out really fast.
James Mwangi Kanyi.
Juba,S Sudan.
Need to protect the investors.
In a tragic twist of fate, thousands of Kenyan investors were left poorer by more than Kshs.34billion when the veil of pyramid schemes fell before their very eyes. It’s unfortunate that the devious schemes dealt a more devastating blow to the already impoverished investors.
A similar fate occurred in America when a firm owned by Madoff, a rogue schemer, busted under the weight of credit crunch. It is the high time that the investors realize that an astronomical return on investment is not realistic neither is it sustainable anywhere in the world.
The government should come up with stringent legislations to wad off those individuals or companies hell bent to reap off the general public.
James Mwangi Kanyi
Juba,S Sudan,
A similar fate occurred in America when a firm owned by Madoff, a rogue schemer, busted under the weight of credit crunch. It is the high time that the investors realize that an astronomical return on investment is not realistic neither is it sustainable anywhere in the world.
The government should come up with stringent legislations to wad off those individuals or companies hell bent to reap off the general public.
James Mwangi Kanyi
Juba,S Sudan,
Saturday, May 9, 2009
PM Raila on the right track
There were mixed reactions when Prime Minister Raila Odinga was baptized by Reverend Dr David Owuor on Tuesday. The PM personally made the decision to undergo this important Christian ritual to affirm his of salvation a few days ago. The fact that he has undertaken that crucial decision is a sign that God is going to use this nation in a magnificent way.
The Bible (2 Samuel) tells that King David was the most successful leader of Israelites because of his lifetime dedication to God. There were times he would dance until his clothes would fall off. He was a man after God’s heart. He reigned with great victory simply because he was an obedient and prayerful. He defeated all the Israelites’ enemies besides accumulating great wealth for his nation.
David’s son King Solomon was equally successful. He ruled with wisdom that God gave him. Despite his massive achievement, he described life without God as “Vanity “(Ecclesiastes).It’s therefore commendable that the PM led the way by surrendering his life to Jesus. Other leaders need evaluate their lives and follow suit to pave way for an exponential blessing by God to this great nation (2Chroncles 7:14) – Kenya.
The Bible (2 Samuel) tells that King David was the most successful leader of Israelites because of his lifetime dedication to God. There were times he would dance until his clothes would fall off. He was a man after God’s heart. He reigned with great victory simply because he was an obedient and prayerful. He defeated all the Israelites’ enemies besides accumulating great wealth for his nation.
David’s son King Solomon was equally successful. He ruled with wisdom that God gave him. Despite his massive achievement, he described life without God as “Vanity “(Ecclesiastes).It’s therefore commendable that the PM led the way by surrendering his life to Jesus. Other leaders need evaluate their lives and follow suit to pave way for an exponential blessing by God to this great nation (2Chroncles 7:14) – Kenya.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Grisly massacre could have been stopped.
The residents of Karatina woke up on Monday to the sad reality that their loved ones had been grisly been murdered by the suspected Mungiki gang during the night operation. It has been reported in the media that the dreaded band was on a revenge mission over the killing of its members in Kirinyaga by the self-appointed vigilante posse.
Weird enough, everything happened under the very eyes of the law enforcers. It was hugely expected that Mungiki would strike back after their suspected members were killed; yet the police never moved fast enough to curtail the imminent retaliation.
Once again the police failed to execute their mandate to protect lives. Their wait-and-see attitude is squarely to blame for loss of many lives. This could have been avoided at the very onset. Life is sacrosanct and it should be treated as so.
Weird enough, everything happened under the very eyes of the law enforcers. It was hugely expected that Mungiki would strike back after their suspected members were killed; yet the police never moved fast enough to curtail the imminent retaliation.
Once again the police failed to execute their mandate to protect lives. Their wait-and-see attitude is squarely to blame for loss of many lives. This could have been avoided at the very onset. Life is sacrosanct and it should be treated as so.
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