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MT. KENYA TIMES
Sat & Sun, August 29-30, 2020 Where Investors Get Returns
www.mtkenyatimes.co.ke No. 0015 mountkenyatimes themtkenyatimes
Jubilee is hijacked by busybodies,
conmen and brokers ~ Ruto
In the three sets Ruto falls short of their traction but attracts heavy traction from their
followers perhaps demystifying the role of a broker when you can directly talk to the
“vote owners.”
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Wa Iria wanted by Senate Common toxic behaviors you
oversight committee should NEVER put up with
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Criminal >> Prayers were only said when the body was lowered to the grave as seats which had been arranged to welcome mourners remained empty
TEN MINUTES BURIAL FOR MUNGIKI ADHERENT
By: Kamande Muchiri The mere mention of Mungiki
@MountKenyatimes in Central and Nairobi region, a
murderous gang that started out as a
harmless sect touting Kikuyu
traditional values, is enough
to send chills down the spines of
many and throw police into reactive
Summary crackdowns in a bid to curb its re-
emergence.
• The late, Mwangi wa Earlier this week, tension rocked
Njoki, 54-year-old father a burial ceremony of a suspected
of four worked as a grocery mungiki sect member in Maragua
vendor at Maragua town town, Murang’a County which
and he passed on last week. lasted for barely 10 minutes.
The late, Mwangi wa Njoki,
The Presiding Pastor said he 54-year-old father of four worked
was only given five minutes as a grocery vendor at Maragua
to conclude the event as town and he passed on last week.
locals followed the occasion The Presiding Pastor said he was
several metres away. only given five minutes to conclude
the event as locals followed the
• Inspection was done occasion several metres away. Ten minutes burial for Mungiki adherent in maragua Murang’a County. photo courtesy
to all vehicles entering Mar- Prayers were only said when months before its completion. an identical mode of operation as the groups contained, police have
agua town at the time in an the body was lowered to the grave The money being collected on the killer gang of the nineties and been urged to exercise fairness and
effort to nab members of the as seats which had been arranged operators is said to be for allocation 2000s. restraint.
outlawed sect who may have to welcome mourners remained of space at the terminus in Asian It has also stopped several other “We have agreed there will be no
empty. Quarters. ongoing projects in informal general harassment of youth under
wanted to attend the burial. Police officers were deployed at “We normally pay them between settlements in Nyeri town. any tag – historical or otherwise.
• “We normally pay the scene to ensure the burial did Sh50 and Sh100 per trip. This is a Area MP Ngunjiri Wambugu They (gang members) will be dealt
them between Sh50 and not take much time. serious matter that should be dealt acknowledges to have received with as individual criminals,” said
Sh100 per trip. This is a Inspection was done to all with urgently. Something should several complaints of the gang’s Ngunjiri.
serious matter that should vehicles entering Maragua town at be done to tame these extortionists activities from his constituents who The re-emergence of the group
the time in an effort to nab members who are exploiting us,” said a have lost money to the criminals. has often been tied to politics,
be dealt with urgently. of the outlawed sect who may have matatu operator. “They are at matatu stages particularly when elections
Something should be done wanted to attend the burial. Private motorists who refuse to collecting money from Public approach. They are used to instigate
to tame these extortionists Area residents criticized security pay protection fees for their cars Service Vehicles that they do not chaos and threaten opponents.
who are exploiting us,” said agents for denying them a chance to return to find the vehicle’s side- own,” Ngunjiri posted on social Politicians have been accused of
a matatu operator. conduct a proper burial for a man mirrors gone. media. intimidating officers into releasing
they said they had grown to know In Majengo area the gang has even Ngunjiri claimed the gang was arrested suspects.
• “We have agreed and respect. forced contractors to temporarily also purporting to sell public land In its heydays, the sect controlled
there will be no general ha- Senior security officers present at halt road projects until they paid in Witemere slum to unsuspecting nearly every sector in Central
rassment of youth under any the ceremony declined to comment protection fees. people and blocking roads to halt Kenya, more so the matatu business.
tag – historical or otherwise. about the burial. Work on Blue Valley-Githinjiro government projects. The sect was ruthlessly crushed
They (gang members) will road that cuts across to Witemere The MP assured residents that by the government in an operation
NYERI NEW BUS TERMINUS slum in Nyeri town has stalled after he had taken up the matter with spearheaded by the late Internal
be dealt with as individual In Nyeri town, matatus operators the gang sabotaged the project, security officials amid growing Security minister John Michuki.
criminals,” said Ngunjiri. are forced to pay a fee to a gang of eliciting protest from local leaders. concerns over unfair profiling of
seemingly untouchable men at the While they may not publicly youth as Mungiki owing to the
main terminus downtown and the pronounce themselves as Mungiki, region’s history with the gang.
gang has reportedly started planning the groups have been employing While residents and leaders want
a takeover of a new terminus
Nakuru Governor commissions a new outpatient unit
at Dundori
Bahati Sub-County
By: Zara K.
@mountkenyatimes on Wednesday which
was built at a cost of
Nakuru Governor Kshs 9m.
commissions a new “The facility will bring
outpatient unit at health services closer to
Dundori the people. This is in line
Nakuru Governor with my commitment to
Lee Kinyanjui upgrade health facilities
commissioned a new across the county,”
outpatient unit at Kinyanjui Said.
Dundori Health Centre, Governor Lee commissioning a new out patient unit at Dundori Health Centre, Bahati Sub-County on August 26, 2020
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Counties >>* Oparanya urged the Treasury to urgently disburse 50% of the county share of revenue to facilitate uninterrupted service to Kenyans
OPARANYA REFUTES CLAIMS THAT COUNTIES HAVE
RECEIVED 50% REVENUE ALLOCATION
By: David Kinyanjui agencies to conduct the graft case of cials to adhere to the principles of
@mountkenyatimes Governor Obado in a manner that public finance as they exercise their
conforms with the fundamental con- respective duties.
Wycliffe Oparanya, the Council cepts of justice and equality. On Wednesday, Obado presented
of Governors Chairman (COG) on “Whereas we support the fight himself to EACC detectives along-
Friday dismissed claims that the against corruption both at the Na- side his four children with whom
treasury has given counties up to 50 tional and County Governments… he is accused of embezzling Sh73.4
per cent of their last year revenue this, we emphasise has to be devoid million from his Migori administra-
allocation. of any political interference,” he tion.
The COG in a statement differed said. The EACC alleges his children
with an article in a local daily that “…so as to ensure uninterrupted — Achola Dan Okoth, Susan Scar-
had appeared to say counties had re- service delivery to the citizens of let Okoth, Jerry Zachary Okoth and
ceived part of 2020/2021 budgetary Migori County.” Adhiambo Evelyn Okoth — are
allocation. This comes after the arrest of Oba- beneficiaries of graft.
“The Council refutes the allega- do alongside members of his family Also in trouble with the former
tions contained in the newspaper over the alleged loss of Sh73m from high school teacher is his alleged
as the same is false and misleading the county’s coffers. proxy Jared Kwaga and his family,
to members of the public. In this Oparanya called upon the Courts including his wife and mother.
regard, we hereby inform the pub- to depart from the jurisprudence set This is just the latest in a long list
lic that to-date NO County Gov- in the recent past whereby Gover- of troubles that have dogged Oba-
ernment has received the equitable COG Wycliffe Oparanya nors once charged have been locked do’s short political career of eight
share of revenue for the Financial formula stalemate. determine how counties receive out of their offices for an indefinite years.
Year 2020/21,” the statement reads. A 12-member committee formed revenue. period of time as the trial continues. Obado and his four children on
Oparanya urged the Treasury to to come up with a solution to the “This hinders the Governors from Thursday denied the charge of con-
urgently disburse 50% of the county contentious formula announced on THE COG ON OBADO TRIAL performing their constitutional as- spiracy to commit a felony relating
share of revenue to facilitate unin- Wednesday that they had arrived at On the same statement, the COG signed duties and takes away ser- to fraud of Sh73.4 million from
terrupted service to Kenyans. final formula. said that Migori Governor Okoth vice delivery to mwananchi who Migori County.
He also noted that county services The COG chairman announce- Obado should be accorded a fair and are the beneficiaries of devolution,”
had stalled on account of an ongo- ment followed a week of intense expeditious trial. said Oparanya.
ing third generation revenue sharing negotiations whose outcome will Oparanya called on investigative He however urged county offi-
GOV’T TO WORK WITH CLERICS TO TAME GBV
By: Kimanjara Njogu Research Centre to move swiftly thoni Wamuchomba and the lead-
@MountKenyatimes and investigate increasing cases of ership of the National Gender and
gender-based violence and teenage Equality Commission to prepare an
The government has announced pregnancy. advisory on appropriate remedial
plan to deepen partnerships with Uhuru said his administration is action.
faith-based institutions and its lead- concerned by increasing tension Dr Matiang’i also commissioned
ers to address an increase in cases of within homes across the country. the opening of the newly-built
gender-based violence and crimes. He said cases of gender-based Mweiga Police Station in Kieni
Speaking in Nyeri County on violence have risen, mental health West which is expected to enhance
Friday, CS Fred Matiang’i said the issues have worsened, and instances security in the area.
interior ministry will work with of teenage pregnancy escalated. Health Cabinet Ministry Mutahi
churches in a bid to tame the vice. The President said a family is Kagwe who accompanied Matiangi
“Following the directive from the a projection of the state and if the urged Kenyans to continue adhering
President, one of the things came same family is under attack, the to hygiene measures stipulated by
out prominently is that our adminis- state is under attack. government to contain the corona-
trator’s must work with faith-based Uhuru said the centre is directed virus.
institutions in order to tame this to prepare an advisory to security He expressed gratitude on the
vice. That is why we want to ensure agencies on remedial action within administrators’ involvement in the
chiefs are working with churches at 30 days and initiate immediate pros- COVID-19 fight.
the grassroots level,” he said. Interior CS Fred Matiangi. ecution of all violators. Inspector General of Police
The surge in gender-based vi- The National Crime Research Mr.Hilary Mutyambai, PS Interior
olence has been linked to the try travel restrictions was also cited targeting girls and women. Centre later said it is banking on Dr.Eng.Karanja Kibicho and other
COVID-19 pandemic with actors as a factor leading to increased gen- He said the government is bank- women leaders in probing the esca- senior government officials accom-
in the justice sector reporting the der-based violence cases. ing on effective contact with wanan- lating cases. panied the CS on his tour where he
highest occurrence in March, April Matiangi appealed to all Ken- chi through the NGAOs structure to CEO Gerald Wandera on Monday inspected security Projects in the
and June, during the enforcement of yans to shoulder more individual reinforce the participatory approach said the centre has undertaken to County.
movement restrictions. and collective responsibility and deployed to combat the surging cas- work closely with women including
The ongoing nationwide dusk- prescribed urgent action from Com- es. Public Service CS Margaret Kobia,
to-dawn curfew which remained in munity-Based Organisations by ini- Last month, President Uhuru Ken- Kenya Women Parliamentary Asso-
place after the listing of inter-coun- tiating discourse against prejudice yatta directed the National Crime ciation (Kewopa) chairperson Ga-
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4 | MONEY MATTERS Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
Understanding Basic Book Keeping Terminologies
By: Wilfred Kirigi
kirigiw@gmail.com
Summary
• Bookkeeping is the best
way to be in control of your cash
flow. It helps you clearly un-
derstand where your money is
coming from and where it is go-
ing. Importantly, this data helps
you to identify any wastage or
losses you may be unconsciously
incurring.
• Liabilities – Liability
means being legally liable for
something. In finances, it refers
to things that you are legally
liable to pay. Things like loans,
power bills, water bills, clothes,
food, rent and so on. To be rich,
you need to make sure that you Do you know how much money break the speed limit. Lastly, he er uses to deduct government levies
keep this kind of expenses to the you spent yesterday? How about said I should always be aware of the Balance sheet – A Balance Sheet from an employee. This deduction
minimum. today? Unlike what we learned in blind spot; this is the gap on the side is arecord of all your assets against includes income tax, National So-
• Credit Reference school, book keeping is simply the of the car that is not visible through all your liabilities. It shows which of cial Security Fund (NSSF), Nation-
Bureau (CRB)– This is an proper recording of financial trans- the mirrors. It may requireyou to the two is higher than the other. If al Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF)
organization that keep a record actions; be they personal transac- physically look from time to time. you have more assets (Value) than and other government levies.
of people’s borrowing habits. It tions or for an organization. Likewise, there are a number of liabilities then you are doing well.
records how much you borrow. Bookkeeping is the best way to be financial terminologies that you If you have more liabilities than as- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)–
How often you borrow. How in control of your cashflow. It helps should always be aware of in order sets, then you are in financial trou- This is an organization that keep a
soon you pay. Any defaults you clearly understand where your to“safely” manage your finances. ble. record of people’s borrowing habits.
and so on. It then shares this money is coming from and where They includes, It records how much you borrow.
information with banks and it is going. Importantly, this data Cashflow – Cashflow is the How often you borrow. How soon
other lending organizations to helps you to identify any wastage Assets – An asset is an item or movement of money towards you or you pay. Any defaults and so on. It
help them make a decision of or losses you may be unconsciously property owned by a person that can away from you. To be rich, you need then shares this information with
whether to lend you money or incurring. be liquidated (Sold) to money or to have more money coming to you banks and other lending organiza-
not. Unlike the complex accounting can make money on its own. A good than the money going away from tions to help them make a decision
termswe learnt is school, today I example is land. Land can be sold you. That is, your expenses should of whether to lend you money or
bring to you some simple book to produce money and land can be be less than your income so that you not.
keeping terminologies that are ap- leased out to make money. An asset can spare some cash for investing
plicable on a daily basis and how doesn’t have to be a big investment, which produces wealth.
they affect your finances. any item with these characteristics Credit rating –Issued by CRB,
When I was in driving school, is an asset. For example, I use my Interest rate – This is money it is an estimate of a person’s (or
my instructor told me that for me to laptop for writing to make money charged over and above what you company’s) ability to pay back their
drive safely, I had to always be con- and if need be, I could sell it to make have borrowed. Before you accept loans based on their past financial
scious of the following. money. that loan, make sure you understand dealings.
Number one, he told me that I the interest rate and how the rate
should always glimpse at the side Liabilities – Liability means be- changes if you delay in paying back Budget – An estimate of how
mirrors and the driving mirror so ing legally liable for something. In the money. much money you expect to receive
that I am aware of what is happen- finances, it refers to things that you over a time and how you expect to
ing behind me. He also told me to are legally liable to pay. Things Income tax – This is money spend.
always check the fuel gauge to like loans, power bills, water bills, charged from your income by the These are but a few basic financial
make sure that the car does not stall clothes, food, rent and so on. To be government. terms that can make or break your
due to fuel shortage.Thirdly he said rich, you need to make sure that you finances if you do not take them se-
I should always glimpse at thes- keep this kind of expenses to the Pay as you earn – Pay as you earn riously.
peed gauge to make sure that I don’t minimum. refer to the system that an employ-
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Politics >> *...we appointed them to those positions, their word has now become the party position - DP Ruto
Analyst are projecting over three quarters of the common citizens are behind
him. Some quarters says this was the greatest reason his diehards were ejected
from the Jubilee Party influential positions to dilute his grip in the region
The region, however, has been
embroiled in succession battle with
three factions seeking to inherit
President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Names of former Gatanga MP
Peter Kenneth, Governors Mwangi
Wa Iria (Murang’a), Anne Waigu-
ru (Kirinyaga) and Health Cabinet
Secretary Mutahi Kagwe are fea-
By: Danson turing prominently as front runners.
dan@mtkenyatimes.co.ke Other names that are in the list are
Agriculture CS Peter Munya, his
predecessor Mwangi Kiunjuri and
National Assembly Speaker Justin
Muturi whomis a long time friend
of President Uhuru Kenyatta
In all the names mentioned apart
from Former Agriculture CS Mwan-
Summary
gi Kiunjuri, the rest are great critics
• “The party has of DP Ruto and as such he cannot
been hijacked by busybod- rely on them in the current state. I
ies, conmen and broker, DP William Ruto
cannot however rule out future co-
like Murathe and compa- operation as politics are dynamic
Kanu. ed the progress of the Big 4 agenda. with only interests as the constant
ny, people who have no
Deputy President William Ruto “When the President disagreed “Handshake introduced a differ- factor.
clue on our philosophy, Majority of the aforementioned
has said the ruling Jubilee Party has with Kanu, he formed TNA and ent dynamic to the whole operation
they were nowhere, we been hijacked by busybodies, con- when I was done with ODM, I of government and management of names are big proponents of the
appointed them to those men and brokers thus rendering it formed URP. In politics, there are issues. It brought a lot of politics much talked about referendum that
positions, their word has redundant. always options, and I will employ which charged the environment, is being engineered by the Building
“The party has been hijacked by them at the right time,” Ruto said by created negative energy which cre- Bridges Initiative (BBI) which is
now become the party
busybodies, conmen and broker, phone. ate diversionary issues around we headed by President Uhuru Kenyat-
position,” DP Ruto said. ta and ODM leader Raila.
like Murathe and company, people Ruto, however, lamented the were focused on achieving,” DP
• “My life is easy, who have no clue on our philosophy, gains they had achieved which in- said. The DP, however, holds a differ-
you have not heard me they were nowhere, we appointed cluded getting rid of “ethnicity, This negative energy consumed ent view as he said in the interview
complain the situation them to those positions, their word marginalisation and [to] entrench resources meant for progress which that Kenyans has more pressing is-
has now become the party position,” gender balance, when they formed was directed to the management of sues and constitution change should
between the President
DP Ruto said. Jubilee with the president will be the handshake. not be a priority for now.
and myself is agreed upon However, if the intended chang-
The second in command who is eroded and the duo will be the big- The DP said that during its second
in the 1st term, it was also Jubilee Party Deputy Leader gest losers. term, the Jubilee administration had es are realized, the Prime Ministers
Uhuruto in the 2nd term, was speaking during an Interview “The mistake KANU made is that been forced to manage the hand- position will be created and Peter
we want to build a legacy with Citizen TV on Thursday. they found themselves with more shake “which took a lot of our time, Kenneth is aid to be the most suit-
This is the first time the Dep- people outside. [With] the kind of energy and resources,” adding that able candidate according to Uhuru’s
for the President I am the
uty President is opening up on investment we have put in Jubilee, the coronavirus pandemic has also major succession shapers, including
DP and I know my place,” Cotu secretary general Francis At-
scrammed Jubilee party squabbles it will be tragic if we lose on the ide- slowed down what the government
Ruto said. that have torn the Party apart. As als. The biggest loser will be Presi- intended to achieve. woli and Jubilee vice chairman Da-
• The DP said that the Kieleweke faction of the Party dent Kenyatta and me,” Ruto added. On progress so far made by Jubi- vid Murathe who have in recent past
during its second term, the ejected the Tanga tanga faction, this When tasked about the strained lee party, Ruto said they have not been holding a series of meetings to
turned the party cold due to the win- relationship with his boss, DP Ruto achieved as much as they wanted midwife the succession politics.
Jubilee administration had
lose mentality that proponent of par- said it was agreed that after first but in affordable housing project, On the other hand those pushing
been forced to manage the for women agenda feel Kirinyaga
ty fumigation employed. term he should take back seat to en- manufacturing program and the
handshake “which took a The drift is amendable, and the able President Uhuru focus more on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Governor Anne Waiguru is the best
lot of our time, energy and Deputy said he believes him and his legacy and big four agenda. The he acknowledged credit should be heir of the President Uhuru Kenyat-
resources,” adding that the President Uhuru Kenyatta will re- DP explained that the UHURUTO given. ta’s mantle in the region.
solve the stalemate but if they will in the first term was toned down to “What we wanted to do in the sec- Another group is holding the view
coronavirus pandemic has
not reach to satisfactory he will look give life to Uhuru in second term. ond term would have built on what that it’s time for Mt. Kenya East,
also slowed down what the which comprises of Embu, Thara-
in to other options at the right time. “My life is easy, you have not we had achieved in the first term.
government intended to “I believe there is a chance to sort heard me complain the situation be- We have made progress but not the ka Nithi and Meru and the person
achieve. out our issues in Jubilee. It would be tween the President and myself is much we wanted,” he added. to carry the mantle, should be for-
tragic if we were to lose Jubilee… agreed upon in the 1st term, it was mer Meru governor who is current-
If Jubilee is hijacked by the brokers, Uhuruto in the 2nd term, we want Ruto and Mt. Kenya region ly serving as Agriculture CS Peter
we will make the decision at that to build a legacy for the President I Ruto has had good footing on the Munya.
point,” he added. am the DP and I know my place,” vote rich region with Analysts are In the three sets Ruto falls short of
Speaking to the Star on the same Ruto said. projecting over three quarters of the their traction but attracts heavy trac-
day DP Ruto narrated how he While asked about the big four common citizens are behind him. tion from their followers perhaps
formed United Republican Party and handshake between President Some quarters says this was the demystifying the role of a broker
(URP) after e was done with Orange Kenyatta and ODM Leader Raila greatest reason his diehards were when you can directly talk to “vote
Democratic Movement (ODM). Odinga, Ruto said the arrangement ejected from the Jubilee Party influ- owners.”
Similarly, President Uhuru Kenyatta brought different dynamics to the ential positions to dilute his grip in
formed TNA after disagreeing with government operations and disrupt- the region.
Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times 7 | HEALTH
TB >>* Stay home. Don’t go to work or school or sleep in a room with other people during the first few weeks of treatment for active tuberculosis.
TUBERCLOSIS
es your chances of exposure to TB
bacteria.
Prevention
If you test positive for latent TB
infection, your doctor may advise
you to take medications to reduce
your risk of developing active tuber-
culosis. The only type of tuberculo-
By: Kennedy Omolo
omolokennedy1@gmail.com
sis that is contagious is the active
variety, when it affects the lungs.
So if you can prevent your latent
tuberculosis from becoming active,
you won’t transmit tuberculosis to
anyone else.
Protect your family and friends
If you have active TB, keep your
germs to yourself. It generally takes
Summary a few weeks of treatment with TB
• Tuberculosis can medications before you’re not con-
Kennedy Omolo While Conducting ACSM Sensitization of Oyugis Town residents of Tuberclosis He encouraged them
also affect other parts of tagious anymore. Follow these tips
to dial *372# to know their status as far as tuberculosis is concerned.
your body, including your to help keep your friends and family
kidneys, spine or brain. Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially 6. Fatigue and psoriasis. from getting sick:
When TB occurs outside serious infectious disease that main- 7. Fever g) Malnutrition
ly affects your lungs. The bacteria 8. Night sweats h) Very young or advanced age. 1. Finish your entire course of
your lungs, signs and that cause tuberculosis are spread 9. Chills 3. Poverty and substance use.Lack medication
symptoms vary according from one person to another through 10. Loss of appetite of medical care. If you receive a low This is the most important step
to the organs involved. tiny droplets released into the air via or fixed income, live in a remote you can take to protect yourself and
For example, tuberculosis coughs and sneezes. Risk factors area, have recently immigrated to others from tuberculosis. When you
Tuberculosis can also affect other Anyone can get tuberculosis, but the United States, or are homeless, stop treatment early or skip doses,
of the spine may give you TB bacteria have a chance to devel-
parts of your body, including your certain factors can increase your you may lack access to the medical
back pain, and tuberculo- kidneys, spine or brain. When TB risk of the disease. These factors care needed to diagnose and treat op mutations that allow them to sur-
sis in your kidneys might occurs outside your lungs, signs include: TB. vive the most potent TB drugs. The
cause blood in your urine. and symptoms vary according to 1. Weakened immune system resulting drug-resistant commonly
• If you test positive the organs involved. For example, A healthy immune system often 4. Substance use. Use of exces- called MDR(Multy drug resistance)
tuberculosis of the spine may give successfully fights TB bacteria, but sive alcohol weakens your immune strains are much more deadly and
for latent TB infection, difficult to treat.
you back pain, and tuberculosis in your body can’t mount an effective system and makes you more vulner-
your doctor may advise your kidneys might cause blood in defense if your resistance is low. able to tuberculosis.
you to take medications to your urine. 2. A number of diseases, condi- Tobacco use. Using tobacco 2. Vaccinations
reduce your risk of devel- tions and medications can weaken greatly increases the risk of getting In countries where tuberculo-
oping active tuberculosis. When to see a doctor your immune system, including: TB and dying of it. sis is more common, infants of-
See your doctor if you have the a) HIV/AIDS. Where you work or live ten are vaccinated with bacillus
The only type of tubercu- Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccine
following: b) Diabetes. Health care work. Regular con-
losis that is contagious is 1. Coughing that lasts three days c) Severe kidney disease tact with people who are ill increas- because it can prevent severe tuber-
the active variety, when it or more weeks d) Certain cancers. es your chances of exposure to TB culosis in children.
affects the lungs. So if you 2. Coughing up blood e) Cancer treatment, such as che- bacteria. 3. Stay home. Don’t go to work or
can prevent your latent tu- 3. Chest pain, or pain with motherapy. school or sleep in a room with other
4. breathing or coughing f) Some drugs used to treat rheu- 5. Living or working in a residen- people during the first few weeks of
berculosis from becoming treatment for active tuberculosis.
5. Unintentional weight loss. matoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease tial care facility. People who live
active, you won’t transmit or work in prisons, homeless shel-
tuberculosis to anyone ters, psychiatric hospitals or nursing 4. Ventilate the room Tuberculosis
else. homes are all at a higher risk of tu- germs spread more easily in small
• In countries where berculosis. That’s because the risk closed spaces where air doesn’t
of the disease is higher anywhere move. If it’s not too cold outdoors,
tuberculosis is more open the windows and use a fan to
there is overcrowding and poor ven-
common, infants often are tilation. blow indoor air outside.
vaccinated with bacillus
Calmette-Guerin (BCG) 6. Living in or emigrating from 5. Cover your mouth. Use a tissue
vaccine because it can pre- a country where TB is common. to cover your mouth anytime you
People from a country where TB is laugh, sneeze or cough. Put the dirty
vent severe tuberculosis in tissue in a bag, seal it and throw it
common may be at high risk of tu-
children. berculosis infection. away.
6. Wear a mask. Wearing a surgi-
7. Living with someone infected cal mask when you’re around other
with TB. Living with someone who people during the first three weeks
has TB increases your risk. of treatment may help lessen the
risk of transmission.
8. Health care work. Regular con-
tact with people who are ill increas-
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8 | INSPIRATIONAL Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
ONE PACK, SIX PACK OR POWER PACK?
In the Old Testament, a prophet large enough to see even if you’re throughout each day. With His help,
named Habakkuk was complaining just passing by. Each time you do, there’s nothing you can’t do!
to God about the conditions of the say, “I am able.” Also, several times PRAISE BE TO GOD FOR HIS
world during his time. God told him each day I encourage you to say DAILY PROVIDENCE ALWAYS:
to write down his vision, or what he aloud, “I am able to do whatever SHALOM.
wanted, plainly, so everyone passing I need to do in life through Christ
by could read it easily and quickly Who strengthens me.” I believe that Evangelist & Realtor Eric Musa.
(see Habakkuk 2:1, 2). Habakkuk some of you who feel physically ( Keaglesgroupltd@gmail.com )
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and the Israelites needed to have tired most of the time will find that
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their minds renewed. They had this more positive approach to life
looked at the way things were for actually energizes you. Remember,
too long and needed to be reminded moods and physical body functions
of the way things could be if they are connected at least in part to our
trusted God and obeyed Him. They thoughts and words.
needed to have words of vision and If we think about negative
hope in front of them to remind circumstances too long, they can
them not to be overly impressed easily overwhelm us. No wonder
with their circumstances. the Bible says we should look away
As you renew your mind and become from those things that distract us
established in the fact that you can unto Jesus Who is the Author and
do whatever you need to do in life, Finisher of our faith (read Hebrews
you will also need to be deliberate 12:2). Jesus said, “Come to Me, all
about getting that truth ingrained in you who labor and are heavy-laden
your mind. I encourage you to write and overburdened, and I will cause
Philippians 4:13 from the Amplified you to rest. [I will ease and relieve
Bible or the Scripture in Hebrews and refresh your souls.]” (Matthew
12:2 or Roman’s 8:37; or better 11:28). We must remember that He
still all of them; on a cardboard is the one Who empowers us to do
sign or sheet of paper and make it all things, and look to Him regularly
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10 | Universities/Colleges Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
Young Leaders Corner Clinton Mariera
ROLESAND RESPONSIBILITY:
My role is to ensure sanity and
substantial Unity across all divides.
Statesmanship very key! As a
student leader my responsibility
is simply to lead to the levels and
demands of students.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
By: Maina Kenneth -Well, people have different
mainakenneth254@gmail.com personal achievements and I am
no exception. Politically, “we” is
our key operative, and our big or
small achievements can only be
highlighted by “we” not Mariera as
an individual.
CHALLENGES:
Well no path chosen is always a clear
Summary one. To me the greatest challenge
• Well no path cho- has been ignorance of the people on
sen is always a clear one. issues that matter.
To me the greatest chal-
lenge has been ignorance INSIDE SCHOOL LIFE:
Yes, Besides leadership issues in
of the people on issues that school I do attend my classes as
matter. usual, I like so much interacting
• Yes, Besides leader- with students, I play soccer in
ship issues in school I do school and am part of the Chess
attend my classes as usual, team in University.
I like so much interacting OUTSIDE SCHOOL LIFE:
with students, I play soccer I am a YRM (Youths Revolutionary
in school and am part of Movement) founder and chair,
the Chess team in Univer- Am the Chairperson NLF (Nairobi
sity. Liberation Front) am equally a
member in YSL, PAY, EYF and
• I am a YRM Youths for Change Association.
(Youths Revolutionary Clinton Mariera ⁃ I am the Captain
Movement) founder and (SATUK) ,am also the Business to see the best of the demands of SHOFCO football team based in
NAME: My name is Clinton Embakasi South
chair, Am the Chairperson School representative at St. the majority “we.” The social,
Mariera ⁃ I am also involved
NLF (Nairobi Liberation PLACE OF BIRTH: I was born
Pauls University. Equally am the economical and political rights and
independent Chairperson of the needs of our people ought to be in Charity events and Charity
Front) am equally a mem- in Nyaegesa Village, Rigoma Organisations
newly (KISU) - Kenya Independent upheld and respected.
ber in YSL, PAY, EYF and Ward, Kitutu Masaba Constituency,
Students Union.
Youths for Change Associ- Nyamira County. FUTURE PLANS:
-Earlier back in Primary School LEADERSHIP POSITIONS/
ation. I was a class prefect from (class 1 ASPIRING POSITIONS: The best of my country and people
SCHOOL LIFE: I took my earlier is what I will keep to pursue today
to class8) , In class 8 at Kilgoris ⁃ I will still be in
studies (Baby Class, Nursery and in the future.
Academy I was the class prefect, several races in campus politics in
School) at Nyaegesa Primary
the CU chairperson, Entertainment a couple of years to come. We are
school, then moved to Birongo ADVICE TO STUDENTS
&Debate chair and the Kitchen still there to fight away the Delegate
Malia academy (class 1) , then DURING THIS PANDEMIC
Prefect. Act kind of election to the latter
moved to Luck academy ( class 2-3) AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT:
In high school I was appointed to end and to ensue away Student
then to Birongo Mixed Academy Sanitize, Keep social distance and
serve as the Hostel Captain in 2015 murders that have always rocked
( class3-7), I did my KCPE at Stay safe. Keep learning because
towards 2016. our Universities.
Kilgoris Academy the year 2012. learning never stops.
⁃ 2027 I will
I joined Nyambaria Boys National
*LEADERSHIP STYLE be winning the Embakasi South
School in 2013 and sat for KCSE in PARTING SHOT:
To me the Dialogue aspect of Legislative Seat and we shall start
2016. I want to appreciate the editor Mt.
leadership is the best style to immediately to cook all matter
I joined TUK University in 2017 Kenya times and the entire team
leadership. However, due to the of revolutions to make Kenya a
where I study to date, am also a lead by Muya Kenneth for taking
stagnant status quo in many African country of both the rich and the
student at St Pauls University and a their time for this most important
Authorities, Confrontational poor, A country where the law is
freshman to be at the University of course. God bless Kenya!
(activism) means becomes less equitably applied and resources
Nairobi.
Inevitable. equitably distributed.
⁃ I hope to be part
LEADERSHIP:
COMMITMENT: of key government positions in
Currently am the Official Secretary
⁃ I always strive years to come.
General of the TUK varsitySat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times 11 | HEALTH
Covid-19 >> * The new cases were detected from 4,520 samples tested in the last 24 hours bringing the cumulative tests to 442,713.
241 COVID-19 CASES REPORTED,
66 RECOVERIES
By: Rashid Abubakar Busia (5), Lamu (5) Trans nzoia, Health Chief Administrative istry was collaborating with the
@MountKenyatimes Kilifi, Kericho and Kakamega Secretary Rashid Aman, during Ministry of Agriculture to pro-
had (4), cases each, Kisumu (3) a daily briefing on coronavirus, mote good nutrition by enhanc-
The ministry of health on Fri- Nyeri, Machakos, Makueni called on Kenyans to embrace ing access to safe, nutritious and
day reported 241 new cases of and Bomet had (2) cases each healthy dieting to boost immuni- affordable foods, through the
Covid-19, raising the country’s while Kitui, Bungoma, Embu, ty during the COVID-19 period. “One million kitchen gardens
total to 33,630. Nyandarua and Nandi had (1) Dr. Aman said that good nutri- initiative.”
The new cases were detected case each. tion is important for growth and The CAS observed that lack of
from 4,520 samples tested in the At the same time, Kenya has development throughout one’s balanced diets that provide the
last 24 hours bringing the cumu- announced 66 recoveries, bring- life course. body with essential micronutri-
lative tests to 442,713. ing the total number of recover- “It boosts immunity, improves ents, is still common.
228 are Kenyan while 47 ies so far to 19,434. response to treatment, speeds Super-imposed upon infec-
are foreigners and include 192 Of the new recoveries, 40 up recovery, reduces the risk of tious diseases such as malaria,
males and 89 females aged be- were from the Home-Based getting other infections thus pre- the challenge of micronutrient
tween 1 and 89-years-old. Care programme and 26 from vents disability and death,” he deficiencies, is substantial.
Nairobi continues to lead in various hospitals. said. “The Covid-19 pandemic pos-
the daily positivity rate, record- The country’s recovery rate “On the other hand, overnu- es a grave risk to the nutritional
ing 113 cases in the last 24 hours. stood at 57.7 per cent against the trition results in overweight and status and survival of vulnerable
Other counties with new cas- global average of 69.4 per cent. obesity, conditions that pres- population groups such as young
es include; Mombasa (14), Taita No fatality has been record- ent serious health risks. 28% children, pregnant and lactating
Taveta (10), Kiambu (10), Ki- ed in the last 24 hours due to of adults aged between 18–69 women, persons with underly-
rinya (9), Narok (9), Kajiado 8, COVID-19 for the first time in years are either overweight or ing medical conditions, people
Laikipia 7, Nakuru (7) weeks. The number of fatalities obese,” he added. living with disabilities and the
Uasin Gishu (6), Turkana (6), so far is 567. He said that the Health Min- aged,” Dr Aman said.12 RELATIONSHIP Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
Common toxic behaviors you should NEVER put up with
By: Ciru Kamau
@mountkenyatimes
Many people have difficulties telling apart Oftentimes, they even envy your success and When a person is repeatedly reminding you creating a fictional stonewall around them-
normal from toxic behavior. try to undermine your efforts, so they can about the errors you’ve done in the past, they selves, they control the way you treat and
While arguing and fighting with the ones feel better about themselves. This is a clear might be intentionally making you feel bad perceive them.
around us, whom we truly care about, is not sign they’re lacking self-esteem, and all they about yourself. This way, as they weaken They use this deceiving tactic especially
unusual, there are limits we should never want to do is to bring you down to their level your mental state, they can later easily ma- when they are trying to avoid answering your
cross. Once these limits are ignored, we can of misery. nipulate you into doing whatever they want. questions or taking responsibility for their
no longer consider the situation acceptable. actions.
Unfortunately, we often fail to recognize 2. Gaslighting 4. Scapegoating
when it’s finally time to draw the line and This is one of the most dangerous patterns of Toxicity comes in many forms and ways, but 6. Threatening
stand up for ourselves. However, there are toxic behavior. It’s based entirely on emotion- some of them are beyond hurtful and emo- An indecent person who has somehow gained
some toxic behaviors we should look out for, al abuse and cruel manipulation. The gaslight- tionally devastating. Scapegoating is defi- a certain power over you would often use
which can be found in our relationships with er’s victim is being forcefully convinced that nitely one of them. While you cannot imagine threats to manipulate you. They would try to
our relatives, friends, co-workers, or even what they see, feel, hear, and say is only a blaming someone innocent for something control you through ultimatums and condi-
romantic partners. Manipulation, ghosting, product of their imagination. they never did, some people would do it with- tions. They might even warn you that if you
and blameshifting are only a small part of As they fall into the trap of a skillful ma- out even thinking twice about it. don’t do what they want you to, they would
the ways someone could undermine your nipulator, they begin to question their own These individuals don’t care if they are hurting do something that would hurt you.
boundaries. reality. If you are not aware you’ve become a someone’s feelings, as long as they get out Toxicity should never be tolerated, regardless
Here are 6 common toxic behaviors you victim of gaslighting, such type of abuse can clean of the situation. Oftentimes, such im- of whom it’s coming from. In case you’ve
should never tolerate. severely damage your mental health. moral beings can even convince you that you noticed some of these toxic behaviors in
are the one to blame for their own mistakes. the people around you, you need to distance
1. Downplaying 3. Personalizing criticism yourself from them to preserve your own
When somebody intentionally downplays If someone is constantly humiliating you by 5. Stonewalling mental health
your accomplishments, they are doing it only listing all of your flaws, imperfections, and Some people find it hard to open up and ex-
because they cannot stand seeing you happy, small, nearly insignificant mistakes, they are press their feelings. However, others simulate
while they’re feeling miserable. actually implying personalizing criticism. such behavior only to manipulate you. ByThe Mt. Kenya Times | Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020 IRRIGATION 13
THIBA DAM TO BE COMPLETE BY DECEMBER NEXT
YEAR
By: Jane Njoki channeled to the project. National Irrigation Board Manger
@MountKenyatimes The administrator said unlike in charge of Mwea Rice scheme
the past when there was a budget Innocent Aliemba says the current
The construction of Sh 20 billion challenge, the government has rice production during a good
Thiba dam in Kirinyaga County will provided enough money for the season is about 100,000 tonnes or
be completed next year as planned, work progress. about 80 percent which has been
the government has confirmed. Njoka said the government is achieved without dedicated water
Once complete, the dam is committed to ensuring the project flow.
expected to provide water to Mwea moves within the scheduled time to Ariemba says Thiba dam would
Irrigation Scheme and ensure enhance irrigation of rice in Mwea provide a holding ground for water,
uninterrupted farming throughout and improve of the country’s food ensuring controlled flow even
the year. security. during the times of lower rainfall.
According to the project Engineer A temporally halt to the Mwea rice scheme is fed by
Stephen Mutinda, they have already construction of the Dam had raised direct water flow from Thiba and
diverted the rivers and are now concern among the rice farmers Nyamindi rivers without a dam.
concentrating on the construction of who viewed the project as a major Thiba Dam will help secure the
the dam wall. solution to water shortage in Mwea. year round water supply for the rice
Speaking during a visit to the According to data from the Kenya scheme and it is 40 m tall and 1 km
project by the Kirinyaga County Bureau of Statistics, the country long.
Development Implementation and imports more than a third of all After completion, the mega dam is
Government officials led by Water and Irrigation Principal Secretary Joseph Irungu
Coordination Committee (CDICC), the rice consumed in the country expected to have a holding capacity
and Karanja Kibicho (Interior) at the Thiba dam project site in Gichugu, Kirinyaga every year largely from Pakistan, of 15 million cubic metres.
Mutinda said the diversion works
currently stands at 84 percent and County in May. photo courtesy Thailand, India and Vietnam. Th scheme was established in
they were now embarking on the “No water from the quarry is said Thiba dam project was among With the completion of Thiba 1954 and has a Gazetted area of
creation of the spill way which was going back to the river directly as we a hundred projects identified by the dam it is estimated that this amount 30,350 acres with the main crop
at 18 percent. have made reservoirs for the dirty government for monitoring. would be reduced by half or even grown being the Basmati 370
He noted they were periodically water which we dispose elsewhere,” He said it was important for the more if it succeeded in improving rice. The area under irrigation is
carrying out water analysis to ensure Mutinda said. contractor to ensure he kept to the more water to allow for three 26,000 acres (22,000 acres in the
minimal contamination of the water Kirinyaga County Commissioner works’ timelines for the government seasons of rice per year, unlike the main scheme and 4,000 in the out-
from the construction works. Jim Njoka, who chairs the CDICC, to get value for the money being current one season. growers).14 POEMS Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
WORDS I WISH TO SAY
Gathoni Wamwondwe
Profile:Teresia Wamwondwe
Page: Drippings of the Pen
There are things I long to say
Words I wish to scream
Like how much religion has chained our
thoughts
How much I have to hold back not to hurt
people
How much I try to act right while
breaking inside
How many times I have to pray for a
better future while it seems so futile
All I see is a programmed society with a
written schedule
Laws and rules read loud through the
ears to the mind
Things I never have a choice to disagree
on, it is what it is
A government draining us to the last drop
My eyes moist of thinking the kind of
world we’re living
A world so unpredictable, uncontrollable,
undefined
I won’t say I’m ashamed to be alive in this
Era, but my presence at a point feels
worthless
Were we born to toil, toil then die?
Why does death have to be so cruel,
taking our voices to the grave?
We are left a cowardice generation, a
confused misguided nation
I wish my voice would be raised higher
But me too I’m a coward
What if they come after me?
I have to surrender to the phrase, if you
can’t fight them, join them
Now my eyes a pool of tears, dimming, I
can’t even see the end of my sorrows,
our sorrows
My mouth masked
Not certain there’s any hope left
For it fades with every second of
inhumanity and blindly following the set
societal schedule
We just sway and grind till our last
breathe
~ GathoniWamwondwe ~
......The Mt. Kenya Times | Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020 POETS 15
Suhaila Shihabdin Ahmed
NAME: Suhaila Shihabdin Ahmed
PLACE OF BIRTH: Kilifi County, Malindi
Sub County
STUDENT: (SCHOOL LIFE)
I’m a form four student at a government
school in malindi. School is tough but after
all, some bitter for the sweet. It’s actually fun
having the thought of, finally finishing high
school with good grades of course before the
pandemic almost screwed everything. But all
By: Conrade Ongwesi happens for a reason. I’m an active student in
conradongwesi20@gmail.com both curriculum and co curriculum activities.
English subject has been my best ever since
primary level, humanities following the lead.
As English being the best subject, I grew a
passion for debate, so I joined the debate
club at school. Sciences aren’t a big fan but
I do love biology so o even joined the Kenya
Science and Engineering Fair. Participated
in it and proceeded till nationals level but
Summary dropped right there. Failure isn’t the end of it
anyway. I’ve joined really many other clubs
• I really do love that pricks my attention. I’m looking forward
poetry plus I’m an all for good grades God willing; I’d want to
study law or mass media, hopefully.
weather poet. No writer’s
block, just full time writ- TYPE OF POEMS YOU WRITE:
ing. I write almost any I really do love poetry plus I’m an all weather
type of poems. In fact I do poet. No writer’s block, just full time writing.
both Kiswahili and English I write almost any type of poems. In fact I do
both Kiswahili and English poems.
poems.
• There hasn’t been WHAT MOTIVATES YOU
much to motivate me, There hasn’t been much to motivate me,
though my passion and though my passion and love for achieving
love for achieving some- something in poetry is what keeps me moving.
Plus, a lot of support from my closest friends
thing in poetry is what and my poem’s fans.
keeps me moving. Plus,
a lot of support from my ACHIEVEMENTS: How poetry has built
closest friends and my you
poem’s fans. I’ve not yet achieved something great other
than certificates and lots of fans. Poetry
• I’ve not yet has built up confidence in me. I’m looking
achieved something great forward into getting into more activities that
other than certificates and shall uplift me.
lots of fans. Poetry has Suhaila Shihabdin Ahmed
built up confidence in me. CHALLENGES:
Well, lots of them. From trying to balance
I’m looking forward into poetry with school work. Before the my school isn’t such a popular I’m trying a lot to learn self Poetry is fun depending on how
getting into more activities pandemic, I used to write just on holidays or field, though I’ve got poets in editing; I try to edit my own you view it like. To be a good
that shall uplift me. when it’s really necessary. Plus the pressure school that have empowered works plus others when they poet, never look down on your
from some family members who still don’t me a lot. Plus some teachers need editing. I know I’m not pieces no matter how amateur
trust that poetry could take me anywhere so who’ve discovered my talent just there yet, but I believe, I shall get you are and always give yourself
they think I should strictly concentrate on recently, a few months back. there. room for improvement, that is,
school work. I’m happy for the least of support Also want to use my confidence by seeking advice and education
Yes, the greatest challenge is lack of support I get from school. in public speaking and become a on poetry from those above you
from family but I want to be self motivated. really renowned speaker. in that field.
FUTURE PLANS: I have aims in inspiring people to Poetry is life....
AWARDS IF ANY Well, I have lots of future plans. write and achieve a lot from my
Not much awards apart from certificates and I’m aiming to become one of the pieces. PARTING SHOT: (Make sure
applause. best poets in fact in all types of you thank your editor and Mt.
Though, I’m looking forward to more. poem writing. Right now, I’m ADVICE TO POETS Kenya Times)
working on a book that’d have AND WRITERS WHO I’d really love acknowledge Mt.
INSIDE SCHOOL LIFE /OUTSIDE 100 of my poems plus there ARE GROWING IN THE Kenya Times for giving such
SCHOOL LIFE: descriptions. INDUSTRY: opportunities to air the voices
Life in school is always fun for there’s always I also have plans to complete and I’m also a growing poet, but I do of the poets out here. I’m really
boxes of surprises to open each day. Poetry in write so many books. know that there’s a lot in poetry. humbled.16 Sat & Sun August 29-30, 2020| The Mt. Kenya Times
BUSINESS
KENYA AIRWAYS RECORDS CNBM holds open day
SH 14BN HALF-YEAR LOSS event at Zambia
Industrial Park
Kenya Airways
By: Yvonne Atieno to preserve cash including cost sav- gers cancelled flights.
@mountkenyatimes ings measures and reduced activity The government’s move restricted
for employees,” noted Kenya Air- KQ’s revenue streams to the few
Kenya Airways (KQ) on Friday an- According to staff members at the cement plant, it took CNBM three years to build
ways Chairman Michael Joseph. charter flights it operated alongside the park
nounced a 67.3 per cent expansion The half-year loss is more than the the cargo operations.
of its half-year loss to Ksh.14.3 bil- PRNewswire/ -- China National Later, Lulu guided guests to a near-
annual losses that KQ has been KQ reacted to the Covid-19 hard-
lion from Ksh.8.6 billion last year. Building Material Group Co., Ltd. by village to meet the village head.
posting for the last three years. ships through layoffs and massive
The national carrier says it record- (CNBM) held its first online open He said that CNBM also fulfilled
KQ posted a net loss of Sh12.99 salary cuts to reduce the pressure
ed a 55.5 per cent reduction in pas- day event focusing on appropriate its social responsibilities while con-
billion last year, up from Sh7.55 on the bottom-line.
senger numbers which hit a low 1.1 use of resources at the Zambia In- structing and operating the park.
billion in 2018. The 2017 net loss The national carrier says it contin-
million compared to 2.4 million dustrial Park in Lusaka, capital of The company improved the villag-
was Sh10.21 billion from a record ues exploiting opportunities to raise
passengers last year, hurting reve- Zambia on Aug 26. ers’ lives by helping to build a road
net loss of Sh26.2 billion in 2016. revenue through cargo charters and
nue. During the event, Lulu Wood, a lo- to Lusaka, a school and a hospital.
KQ, however, saw a 37 per cent passenger repatriation flights.
Total revenues booked in the period cal hostess, ushered guests around What’s more, the company took
decline in costs to Ksh.38.6 billion “Faced with long recovery pros-
reduced by 48 per cent to Ksh.30.2 the comprehensive building mate- steps to ensure that the village is
driven largely by the reduced op- pects, diminishing revenue oc-
billion from Ksh.58.6 billion as rial industrial park, showcasing its supplied with ample fresh water.
erations with direct costs halving casioned by reduced demand in
passenger flights were frozen in the modern cement plant. She told the Construction of the Zambia Indus-
by 48.8 per cent while fixed costs passenger business and increased
second quarter of the year as part of cooled by 12.6 per cent. costs due to tighter health and safe- group how the plant contributes to trial Park began on Oct 15, 2016,
mitigation measures to contain the During the review period, total ty measures, the business focus for economic growth and infrastructure and started operation on July 26,
pandemic. revenue dipped by 48 percent to the rest of 2020 will be ensuring construction as well as local health 2018.
“During the first half of 2020, op- Sh30.21 billion in line with the fall the survival and rebound the com- care and a good quality of daily life. It now has four production lines
erations were severely impacted in passenger numbers. pany,” added Mr. Joseph. According to staff members at the which are capable of producing
by the Covid-19 crisis resulting Kenya reported its first Covid-19 Domestic and international flights cement plant, it took CNBM three 2,500 tons of clinker cement per
in depressed half-year results. The case on March 13, prompting the returned in July and August re- years to build the park, which uses day as well as 200,000 cubic meters
network activity from April to June state to halt both domestic and in- spectively but KQ’s outlook for world-leading automated produc- of concrete, 700,000 tons of aggre-
was minimal due to travel restric- ternational flights for the entire re- the remainder of the year remains tion, dust proof and environmental gate and 60 million sintered bricks
tions and lock downs effectively porting period. depressed. protection technologies to guarantee annually.
reducing operations to almost nil in The halting of flights saw passen- workers’ health and to protect the
connecting our home market to key ger revenue retreat by 53 percent local environment.
cities. Measures were put in place to Sh20.23 billion as many passen-You can also read
