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Staying optimistic P. 12. Sometimes, it’s hard to be happy when you think about what’s going on in the world. It’s harder still when the people around you constantly complain about all those things that are happening. BBI is not helping Raila and his family. BBI is not helping Uhuru. It is for bringing justice JOINT COMMUNIQUE OF THE for every Kenyan. BILATERAL MEETING BETWEEN THE UNITED And that is what I REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA AND THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA am pleading with P. 14. 7. Matters resolved on the you, please come part of the Republic of Kenya include; granting cement prod- out and support it,” ucts preferential treatment, the United Republic of Tanzania has President Kenyatta. started implementing the Single Window System

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The delicate balance -miss out or burn out 2022 general elections, party leader by-elections and general election Juja MP-elect P. 10. There is a high likelihood of By: Samuel Kimani @mountkenyatimes has said. exercise. George Koimburi you struggling a lot with imagina- (right) with tions when you are invited for an Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria Kuria, who spoke during a meeting The People Empowerment Party Gatundu South event and you fail to attend due to made the announcement on Sat- with members of his party, said PEP MP Moses Kuria | being unaware of the benefi ts that (PEP) will soon kick off the process urday in Murang’a saying his Par- will focus on a nationwide tour to Courtesy you could derive from attendance of nominating aspirants ahead of the ty will nominate aspirants in both STORY ON PAGE 13 2 | NATIONAL Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times News >> This comes even as the positivity rate stood at 4.7 per cent as of May 30, 2021 CURFEW EXTENDED BY A FURTHER 60 DAYS

By: Jane Njoki administration officers, licensed @MountKenyatimes pharmaceuticals companies, pharmacies and drug stores, The government has extended the licensed broadcasters, media houses ongoing nationwide curfew by a and other gazetted essential service further 60 days. providers. The Nationwide curfew is part of This comes even as the positivity the Covid-19 containment measures rate stood at 4.7 per cent as of May put in place by the government. 30, 2021, with 162 positive cases The curfew which currently runs reported on Sunday. between 10 pm and 4 am will be in Total confirmed positive cases in place until 27 July. the country stand at 170,647 while Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred the cumulative tests conducted Matiangi in a legal notice No.89 so far are 1,809,890, as per the said the order shall apply to the aforementioned date. entire territory of the Republic of Cases of recoveries in the country Kenya. stand at 116,776 while 3,157 have “This Order shall apply during succumbed to the virus since it was the hours of darkness between ten reported in the country in March o’clock in the evening and four last year. o’clock in the morning with effect Health CAS Mercy Mwangangi from the 28th of May, 2021 and recently warned that Kenya faces a shall remain in effect for a period high possibility of a fourth wave as of sixty days thereof,” said CS the numbers continue to surge. Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi Matiang’i. Speaking during the country Matiang’i further directed that National breakfast last week, there would be no public gatherings, Mwangangi urged Kenyans to received the first dose to remain from Juba, South Sudan. said the earliest they can resume processions, or movement either remain steadfast in following all the patient and await their second dose Kenya launched its phased exports is June. alone or as a group during the period laid out protocols. 12 weeks from the date of their vaccination against Coronavirus on The Health Ministry has so of the curfew. The ministry of Health is expected first dose. It is worth noting that March 5 with 1,120,000 doses of far vaccinated a total of 968,733 Gatherings will only be permitted, to commence administering the the Coronavirus (SARS-Cov-2) the AstraZeneca vaccine. persons against the Covid-19 in writing, by a police officer in second dose of the AstraZeneca disease is new, rapidly evolving The country struggled to get the disease countrywide. charge of the police in a county or a vaccine this week. and information on prevention, second consignment of the vaccine Of these 293,240 are aged 58 years police officer in charge of the police The decision came after the treatment and vaccination is after receiving 1.02 million doses and above, Health workers 165,409, in charge of a division/sub-county. National Taskforce on Covid-19 changing every so often based on out of the expected 3.5 million. Teachers 152,315, Security Officers The Order shall not apply Vaccines Deployment and scientific research and evidence,” This is after India struggled 82,007 and Others 275,762. to the services, personnel, or vaccination revised the interval the Health Ministry said earlier this with a surge in cases making the essential workers including period for the administration of the month. sole manufacturer of the vaccines, medical professionals and health second dose of the AstraZeneca On Saturday evening, Kenya the Serum Institute, to focus on workers, National security vaccine to 12 weeks. received 72,000 doses of the satisfying the local demand. officers and National Government “This is to urge all those who AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine The Indian-based manufacturer

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understand her God Given in- alienable rights enshrined in the constitution of Kenya; with the sole intention of creating aware- ness, while educating the elec- torate understand the elective positions, roles, responsibilities and qualifications requisite for each. There are six elective positions within the venerable sovereign and magical Republic of Kenya; namely: - • The presidency; The president is the head of the State By: Njoroge Wanjigi and National Government, he [email protected] is the Commander In Chief of the Kenyan Disciplined Forces, “Elections belong to the people, the chairperson of the Nation- it’s incumbent upon each to de- al Security Council, a symbol of cide who they want to lead them; National Unity, the guardian of should you choose to sit on the the sovereignty of the Republic, fire. Beloved you have no choice a promoter and enhancer of na- but to grin and bear when sit- tional unity, should and must be ting on your blistered bottom”. a promoter and respecter of the Njoroge Wanjigi Jnr. diversity of the people, commu- It is not in doubt that Kenya nities and everyone living within has one of the most progressive the Republic, the guardian and people friendly constitution in protector of human rights, fun- ber of the national assembly, fired or removed from office for an accomplished Corporate the world. So favourable it is to damental freedoms, rule of law, ethical and morally upright as contravention of articles 75, 76, Trainer, Freelance Writer, Pub- ‘Wanjikú’ (A term of endearment justice and the chairperson of per the leadership and integrity 77 and 78 of the constitution of lished Author, Corporate/Public for the beautiful, devoted, hard cabinet meetings. act, they should not be holders of Kenya. Motivational Speaker, A Civic/ working people of Kenya; bor- • The president and their dual citizenry. Unless obtained Community Activist and A Pres- rowed from a beautiful, devot- running mate must be; - by operation of law without ca- Treasured reader, we shall take ident in waiting; Feel free to ed, hard working Central Kenya Kenyan citizens by birth, regis- pacity to opt out, must not be from there; in the sequel. Rest I contact him at +254702784879, Kikuyu woman’s name), that it tered voters, not owe allegiance undischarged or declared bank- overload and bedazzle you with +254777784879 or has made it very difficult for the to a foreign state, be qualified rupt, they must and should be of excessive information. Defeat- +254726949924, nwanjigi@mt- ruling class to run roughshod on be elected as a member of the a sound mind, not be sentenced ing the purpose of this esteemed kenyatimes.co.ke or nwanjigi@ the sovereign people of Kenya. national assembly, holders of a for imprisonment for at least six exercise. “More (Pronounced gmail.com, Facebook: Njoroge. Consequently, they (the ruling degree from a university recog- months from the date of regis- Mo-re) is nog ‘n dag” (Afri- wanjigi Twitter: Njoroge_Wan- class) are hell-bent on altering nized in Assembly, nominated tration of their candidature and kaans; Dutch/Flemish language jigi, http://za.linkedin.com/in/ this world acclaimed histori- by a political party and or in- or date of electoral registration, spoken in South Africa meaning NjorogeWanjigi cal document through hook or dependent candidates, not be a not guilty of abuse of or misuse ‘Tomorrow is another day’). crook. public officer and or holding any of state or public office, or con- Njoroge Wanjigi is a multi-fac- This article is designed to em- public office, except as a presi- travened chapter six of the con- eted individual, a seasoned power ‘Wanjiku’ fully grasp and dent, deputy president or mem- stitution, must have not been Sales and Marketing Executive, Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times 5 | AD ......

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Politics >> * We have seen the hand of God. The prayers of Meru residents, the pastors and Bishops and everybody- Mrs Murungi MERU FIRST LADY NARRATES HER UNTOLD RISKS AND EXPERIENCE WHEN KIRAITU CONTRACTED COVID-19 “Although I was weak in body, I learnt that we should not give up. There will be pain and suffering but we should not give up or become bitter. Instead, we should try to make our life better. I made myself better after the experience I went through,” Kiraitu says. Kiraitu also says he noticed that By: Rugendo Antony what kills people infected with co- [email protected] rona is lack of oxygen, a necessity he says is very important to every community. “I think Meru is lacking oxygen and we need to re-energize your- self in instilling more oxygen in our community,” he said. Just Like the biblical first man to be swallowed and vomited alive by a Worth Noting: fish, Kiraitu believes his experience with corona was similar to Jonah’s • A girl meets a boy experience inside the fish belly. and she admires him, feels that “Just like Jonah I was inside Co- she would wish to know more about him. Several issues goes rona Belly and I too was vomited through her mind, if she ap- alive. Jonah after getting vomited he proach him he may or may not Meru First Lady Priscilla Murungi(centre), Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi (right) and Kenyan Assembly Speaker Justin started preaching and I too will start respond, if he does not respond Muturi during a prayers function to celebrate healing of Mr Kiraitu Photo/Rugendo Antony preaching on promotive and preven- the girl would feel ashamed. When sickness creeps in a family you have two things in mind, that is I had struggled taking measurements tive health in Meru,” says Kiraitu. Should she insist to talk to him joy and happiness exits leaving a whether you may see them again or either of sugar or even oxygen and According to Kiraitu, passing of since she misses him? She fur- void in the heart of family members. not,” says Mrs Murungi. she would risk coming to help me. messages on promotive and preven- ther thinks what if he responds tive health has not been done well in they may start bonding which However, this was not the case in Being a mother and wife, the first Thanks to God she never contracted Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi’s lady says life became tougher when the disease,” Kiraitu says. Meru County. The governor says he may culminate in a life time will partner with churches in pass- relationship. An additional family. According to the family, propaganda started circulating that According to the Meru Governor, thought comes in the mind if when Mr Kiraitu got infected with their head of family was critically ill being in a secluded area away from ing the message to his people on the girl makes the first move the Covid it was a learning moment for with others saying he was dead. his family, friends and the Coun- how to prevent disease with his aim boy may think that she is loose them and a chance of strengthening “Some people said he had followed ty he leads for eight days was the being launching a massive health or desperate. their togetherness. Magufuli while others said he was toughest experience to him. promotional campaign. • A job seeker sees an Meru First lady Priscilla Murungi in a coma but am thankful since “For eight days I was alone and “We will sit with churches and see advert in a career site. When says she never thought she would friends and Meru people’s prayers many things were happening in my how we can come up with a budget he goes through the job de- one day nurse a corona patient in really helped him,” Mrs Murungi mind. I started thinking of what I and make pastors and Bishops the scription he realizes that he can trainers of trainers in health mat- comfortably perform all the her bedroom. says have been doing in this world and She even recalls how their children Mrs Murungi also recalls how hard asked God to be patient with me to ters,” he said. functions but when it comes to On his side Mrs Murungi says that the number of years of experi- would be scared to even meet their it was the reality that the governor at least attain the biblical 70 years ence required he realizes that he dad (Governor Kiraitu Murungi) had to sleep and be in a different next year before taking me,” says her husband’s ailment taught her have a deficit. Several questions whenever they learnt he met for- room from them during his home- Kiraitu. that the best way to deal with dis- come to his mind should he ap- eigners in his line of duty. based care period. Being in Isolation recuperating ease is prevention. ply for the job, what would the “There was a time he met with for- She narrates how everyday she from Covid gave the Meru Gover- “Doctors kept saying that the dis- employer think having clearly eigners and our children would not would go close to the room peep in nor time to meditate and think about ease is strange and they could not indicated the number of years come to greet him, afraid that he and beep to see if her man was still life. According to him, God can use promise us anything concerning Mr of experience required? Will he would bring corona to the family,” alive and whenever he responded any platform to deliver his message Kiraitu’s health. They asked us to think that the job seeker is not pray. Those not infected should try willing to follow simple instruc- said Mrs Murungi. she would be very happy. and to him God was using corona to Mrs Murungi says when doctors According to Mrs Murungi the dis- deliver a message. their best to be safe and get vacci- tions? nated,” she says. • Life is full of choices confirmed that Mr Kiraitu was ease was scarier because despite one “While in bed, it was only a nurse and whatever the choice we Covid positive they panicked. getting healed after infection it was who would take care of me and I The first lady who is a staunch make we should be ready to The first lady says their worry in- not a guarantee of not getting re-in- wondered where all these powers of Christian and prayerful also says receive the rewards. In finance tensified over tales that people fected. a governor were. So, one of the mes- she learnt that prayers are very im- they say that the higher the risk above 60 years were at more risk Recovery of the governor from the sages I got is that despite how strong portant in people’s day to day busi- the higher the returns however of dying from Covid, yet Governor teeth of this scary disease was the we are we are all vulnerable. Some ness. when it comes to project ap- Murungi is 69 years old. happiest moment for the first lady of my friends passed and I was won- “We have seen the hand of God. praisal there is need for moder- She narrates how hard it was to who would even take risks to take dering if I was going to follow them. The prayers of Meru residents, the ation of our choices. come to terms with reality that they care of her husband. It is not about how intoxicated or pastors and Bishops and everybody could not meet him whenever they “I never thought I would be cele- qualified the doctor is, we shall all really helped him,” Mrs Murungi visited the ailing governor at the brating my friend and his health. It be gone one day,” Kiraitu says. notes. hospital. was a very tough journey,” says Mrs The Meru governor says he also “We would go to visit him but since Murungi. learnt about humility. “We are vul- we could not go in, we would go to Mr Kiraitu narrates how her wife nerable. Everybody prays and as- the reception and everything we car- would in various instances take pires for life full of riches and com- ried for him had to be left at the re- risks in taking care of him. fort but while ill I learnt to carry my ception,” Mrs Murungi says. “Thanks to my wife Priscilla cross. I carried my cross of corona. The biggest worry for Mrs Murun- Murungi. With corona no one would It might not be you today but tomor- gi was if her husband would survive even have dared to come close to me row you might be the one,” he says. the severity of Covid-19. but she would take risks to take care Mr Kiraitu adds that he also learnt “Whenever you have a patient, of me. She would sometimes notice to never give up. Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times 7 | AD

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desolate cities to be inhabited. FEAR NOT; FOR THOU SHALT NOT BE ASHAMED: neither be thou confounded; for thou shalt not be put to shame: for thou shalt forget the shame of thy youth, and shalt not remember the reproach of thy widowhood any more. For By: Eric Musa thy Maker is thine husband; the [email protected] LORD of hosts is His name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; Now that the reasons that cause The God of the whole earth shall bareness/unfruitfulness have been He be called. For the LORD hath diagnosed, receive the prophecy of called thee as a woman forsaken the Lord for your particular ministry/ and grieved in spirit, and a wife of calling. Believe that these words are youth, when thou wast refused, saith coming to pass in your life. “SING, thy God. For a small moment have O BARREN, thou that didst not I forsaken thee; but WITH GREAT bear; break forth into singing, and MERCIES WILL I GATHER your life and family. Some of them higher success rate in our personal as it is written; “NOW is the cry aloud, thou that didst not travail THEE. In a little wrath I hid my face will even get into full-time ministry. evangelism, resulting in growth on acceptable time, TODAY is the day with child: for more are the children from thee for a moment; but with Indeed the time is ripe; now YOU all sides for the Body of Christ. Dear of SALVATION.- 2 Cor 6:2”. For of the desolate than the children of everlasting kindness will I HAVE too can begin to make converts of friend, this is your time to bear fruit prayers and devotion, call me on the married wife, saith the LORD. MERCY ON THEE, saith the LORD people who are just like you. This +254722157300 , and Email: eagle. ENLARGE THE PLACE OF THY thy Redeemer” (Isaiah 54:1-8). is your contribution to the growth AFTER YOUR OWN KIND. [email protected] , Remember TENT, and let them stretch forth the You see, because we will be bearing and continuity of the church. Dear AMEN, AMEN. GOD ALWAYS God Loves you unconditionally & curtains of thine habitations: spare fruit after my own kind, there are friend, just think about the increase HELPS US. HALELUJAH. always: SHALOM) not, LENGTHEN THY CORDS, many of our kind( business people, we would have, if only the church of Evangelist Eric Musa and strengthen thy stakes; FOR nurses, accountants, teachers etc God would apply God’s prescribed (My message continuously: If you THOU SHALT BREAK FORTH etc) that will join the church/ method-Individual Christians are not saved: Believe, accept, ON THE RIGHT HAND AND believe. You will witness by your bearing fruit after their own kind. receive and confess Christ Jesus ON THE LEFT; and thy seed shall own eyes this transformation and As we all begin to operate in this as your Lord and Saviour and inherit the Gentiles, and make the it will be delightful and fulfilling in way, we will surely experience a be filled with the Holy Spirit,

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Politics >> *”What is before us we will sort out, I am sure. If we have lawyers like Orengo, can we be defeated really? - Uhuru UHURU CONFIDENT COURT WILL RESOLVE BBI SET- BACK By: Kamande Muchiri tended by all the parties involved in @MountKenyatimes the appeal cases will give directions on how the case will be prosecuted. During the conference, the parties involved are expected to settle some of the issues in the appeal cases be- fore the case finally proceeds to a hearing. The judges will also determine the viability of hearing the substantive appeals, the length of the submis- sions to be filed, the amount of time required for the parties to prepare and exchange submissions and the logistical issues relating to the hear- ing of the appeals. Once the parties in the case agree Worth Noting: on the ground rules for the case, Court of Appeal President Justice Daniel Musinga is expected to con- • “What is before us stitute a bench that will hear the ap- we will sort out, I am sure. peal cases. If we have lawyers like Two parties in the case had asked Orengo, can we be defeat- the Justice Musinga to consider set- ed really?”he posed. ting up a bench constitution either five or seven judges. • President Kenyatta added that his handshake Church wants BBI talks resumed with Raila Odinga is a after 2022 election long-term engagement Last week, the Catholic Church that will go into the future. called for a shift of focus from the President Uhuru Kenyatta commissioning the Shs 2.4bn Bondo Water Supply Project in Siaya County. Photo | PSCU amendment of the Constitution • The President is on through the BBI, saying it can come a tour of Nyanza ahead of President Uhuru Kenyatta has bro- “What is before us we will sort out, ment process unconstitutional, null after the August 2022 General Elec- tomorrow’s Madakara day ken studious silence over Building I am sure. If we have lawyers like and void. tion. Bridges (BBI) Initiative for the first Orengo, can we be defeated real- Uhuru and Raila are set for a major The church in a statement on the celebrations at the new time since High Court bench halted ly?”he posed. fightback to salvage BBI through a Jomo Kenyatta Interna- state of the nation released at the the process. President Kenyatta added that his legal battle involving the crème de Marian National Shrine in Subukia, tional Stadium in Kisumu President Kenyatta who spoke in handshake with Raila Odinga is a la crème of constitutional lawyers. Nakuru County on Wednesday, County. Gem Constituency, Siaya County long-term engagement that will go The eight lawyers range from cel- said as the fate of the Constitution • ODM leader Raila on Sunday said he is confident that into the future. ebrated constitutional legal titans to (Amendment) Bill awaits the con- they will overcome the BBI setback. The President is on a tour of Nyan- avid trial experts, tipping the Court clusion of a court process, the coun- Odinga declared in his The Head of State said he is con- za ahead of tomorrow’s Madakara of Appeal for a major showdown characteristic reference to try should shift focus to the General fident the Appeals Court will over- day celebrations at the new Jomo against anti-BBI forces. Election. the initiative “nobody can turn the ruling by the Constitutional Kenyatta International Stadium in The BBI which is a brainchild of Through their newly elected Ken- stop reggae.” court so as to ensure a national ref- Kisumu County. President Kenyatta and opposition ya Conference of Catholic Bishops erendum is held as scheduled. ODM leader Raila Odinga declared leader Raila Odinga has already (KCCB) Most Reverend Martin Birthed by the March 2018 hand- in his characteristic reference to the been approved by parliament pro- Kivuva, the church noted that the shake between President Kenyatta initiative “nobody can stop reggae.” posed reintroducing the role of court process could drag for months, and ODM leader Raila Odinga, the prime minister and two deputies. making it impossible to hold a refer- initiative metamorphosised into the BBI setback Its other provisions included allo- endum before the elections. plan to amend the Kenya’s 11 years The High Court judgment is a ma- cating a greater share of the budget The clergy noted that in order to old 2010 Constitution. jor setback for President Kenyatta, to the 47 counties and the appoint- ensure a democratic, constitutional Mid this month, a five-judge bench who is due to step down in August ment of an ombudsman to oversee and inclusive process based on the ruled against the BBI initiative next year and is unlikely to have suf- the judiciary. law and dialogues, any far-reaching questioning the president’s move ficient time to revive the initiative Also, the BBI proposes creation of constitutional amendment should to spearhead the amendment of the should an appeal fail. 70 new constituencies. come after the 2022 General Elec- constitution. The ruling, analysts say, could tion. Addressing cheering crowd at bolster Deputy President William Appeal Court to hold conference Kenyans, the bishops said should Wagai market, Kenyatta, who was Ruto’s political fortunes whose on BBI appeal pursue through parliament, some es- accompanied by his handshake part- supporters argued that the BBI was The Court of Appeal will on sential reforms to ensure a peaceful, ner former Prime Minister Raila aimed at derailing his efforts to se- Wednesday, June 2, hold a Case progressive, and prosperous country Odinga said the process is still on cure the top job and he refused to Management Conference on four in the lead up to and after the 2022 and urged Kenyans support it. openly support it. appeals challenging the nullifica- General Election. “BBI is not helping Raila and his President Uhuru Kenyatta, former tion of the Constitution of Kenya family. BBI is not helping Uhu- Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Amendment Bill under BBI by the ru. It is for bringing justice for ev- the BBI Secretariat filed the appeal Constitutional Court. ery Kenyan. And that is what I am challenging the May 13 Constitu- According to the Court of Appeal pleading with you, please come out tional Court verdict that rendered Registrar, the conference to be pre- and support it,” he said. that the BBI Constitutional Amend- sided by a three-judge bench and at- 10 | LIFESTYLE Monday, May 31, 2021 The Mt. Kenya Times Motivation The delicate balance -miss out or burn out

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• A girl meets a boy and she admires him, feels that she would wish to know more about him. Several issues goes through her mind, if she approach him he may or may not respond, if he does not respond the girl would feel ashamed. Should she insist to talk to him since she misses him? She further thinks what if he responds they may start bonding which may culmi- nate in a life time relationship. An additional thought comes in the mind if the girl makes the fi rst move the boy may think that she is loose or desperate. • A job seeker sees an advert in a career site. When he goes through the job description he realizes that he can com- fortably perform all the func- There is a high likelihood of you abolishing slavery and being the they may be able to understand, the number of years of experience tions but when it comes to the struggling a lot with imaginations fi rst sitting American president to be another thought that clicks the required he realizes that he have a number of years of experience when you are invited for an event assassinated. students minds is what if they ask defi cit. Several questions come to required he realizes that he have and you fail to attend due to being He suff ered defeats in various years for support from the rest of the his mind should he apply for the a defi cit. Several questions come unaware of the benefi ts that you from 1832 when he lost the race for students after the teacher leaves job, what would the employer think to his mind should he apply for could derive from attendance; at the Illinois general assembly, two the class but this becomes tricky having clearly indicated the number the job, what would the employ- the same time, you are not sure of races for the U.S. Senate, and one because the other students may also of years of experience required? er think having clearly indicated the dangers that you could expose campaign for a vice-presidential have not understood or may not be Will he think that the job seeker the number of years of expe- yourself to if you attend. This nomination but ended up winning willing to assist their colleagues. is not willing to follow simple rience required? Will he think usually happens when you have the presidential election in 1860 There could be external factors that instructions? that the job seeker is not willing been invited to multiple activities and was reelected in 1864. Lincoln are aff ecting the student’s inability Life is full of choices and whatever to follow simple instructions? which are occurring at the same despite suff ering defeats did not lose to absorb what is being taught. the choice we make we should be • Life is full of choices time and are at diff erent venues. hope he kept vying for higher posts A girl meets a boy and she admires ready to receive the rewards. In and whatever the choice we This restlessness also occurs when until he clinched the highest seat in him, feels that she would wish to fi nance they say that the higher the make we should be ready to you have multiple projects that you his country. Many observes could know more about him. Several risk the higher the returns however receive the rewards. In fi nance are required to undertake and you have argued that if he could not win issues goes through her mind, if she when it comes to project appraisal they say that the higher the risk are undecided which one to choose. small seats he should not have gone approach him he may or may not there is need for moderation of our the higher the returns however It may also happen when you are for the bigger ones but to him the respond, if he does not respond the choices. when it comes to project ap- confronted by a single choice but reverse was true and his eff orts were girl would feel ashamed. Should she In all our endeavors we should praisal there is need for modera- you are uncertain whether to engage rewarded. insist to talk to him since she misses be sober, optimistic and rational. tion of our choices. in that activity or to leave it. Some students in class fail to raise him? She further thinks what if he Much as we have inventions there Abraham Lincoln the 16th president their hands and ask questions for the responds they may start bonding are also innovations to those of USA (1861-1865) is famous for fear that their colleagues will know which may culminate in a life time inventions. Today’s technology many things among them is the that they have not understood. They relationship. An additional thought may not necessarily be tomorrow’s address indiff erent hat he delivered also worry that the teacher will comes in the mind if the girl makes technology. Life and everything in it on November 1963 in Gettysburg, respond to their requests and explain the fi rst move the boy may think that is dynamic. As the English proverb Pennsylvania where he questioned again but they fail to understand for she is loose or desperate. contained in John Heywood’s why Americans should be engaging the second time making them look A job seeker sees an advert in a dialogue states make the hay while in civil war yet their founding like failures. On the other hand career site. When he goes through sun shines we should be prudent to fathers aim was to create a nation they have strong imaginations that the job description he realizes that get things done when the conditions where all men needed to be treated maybe if they ask the question and he can comfortably perform all are perfect. equally. He is also famous for the teacher explains extensively the functions but when it comes to Monday, May 31, 2021 The Mt. Kenya Times 11 | HEALTH Covid-19 >> *......

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By: Our Reporter @MountKenyatimes 12 Inspiration Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times Staying optimistic

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Worth Noting: ble. much you appreciate them. around the neighborhood or go for • Thinking about all the things If you want to become more optimis- a bike ride or run. If getting outside you have to be grateful for, from tic despite all the negativity around Avoid Negativity isn’t an option for whatever reason, warm sunshine to clean water, can you, here are some measures that Pessimists suck the positive energy try indoor activities such as creating give you an instant boost of opti- you can take: out of the room, these people think your own yoga space, using home mism. the world revolves around them, and exercise equipment, or doing calis- • Being an optimistic person in Practice Gratitude they often lack any sense of empa- thenics in the living room. a negative world begins with the de- Thinking about all the things you thy for others. Things like deep breathing exercises cision to be positive and choosing to have to be grateful for, from warm It’s important to establish healthy and meditation can also work to help live that life every single day. sunshine to clean water, can give boundaries with people who chron- you stay calm. All of these types of Sometimes, it’s hard to be happy you an instant boost of optimism. ically choose to stay stuck in their activities are likely to help you relax, when you think about what’s going You might even decide to keep a own misery. It may also mean dis- focus, and stay productive — offi cial- on in the world. It’s harder still when gratitude journal, in which you write tancing yourself a bit from a relative ly making you the calm in the storm. the people around you constantly down everything that makes you who insists on sharing his latest pre- complain about all those things that crack a smile during the day dictions about the end of the world. Change Your Thinking are happening. That doesn’t mean While thinking about how grateful Limit your media intake as well. You have choices in your life. You can that you have to join ranks with the you are is helpful, sharing your grat- Watching too many tragic stories on spend the day cleaning or spend the pessimists, though. In fact, it means itude with others provides added the news or consuming too much day reading. You can go out to din- it’s more important than ever to look benefi ts. You’ll spread a bit of joy political news on social media can ner or cook at home. You can have on the bright side as much as possi- and cheer when you tell others how decrease your ability to maintain a coffee with that long-lost friend or “glass half full” outlook. you can blow them off. And, fi nally, you can decide to be Take Care of You positive or you can just go on liv- Another way to build optimism about ing like you are. Being an optimistic the current situation is to take time to person in a negative world begins take care of yourself both mentally with the decision to be positive and and physically. Perhaps the most im- choosing to live that life every single portant thing you can do is literally day. walk away from the stress for a while. Exercise is one of the best ways to deal with stressful situations both mentally and physically. Take a lap The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 NEWS 13 MOSES KURIA’S PEP TO START REGISTRATION OF ASPIRANTS

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Worth Noting: • In December 2018, Kuria ‘called out’ President Kenyatta for taking develop- ment ‘elsewhere’ at the ex- pense of the region that gave him overwhelming support for his re-election. • Since then, Kuria’s political stature in the region has grown to the extent that his party, PEP, has now been identifi ed as a partner of the Hustler Nation, which is an informal movement tailored to popularize Deputy Pres- ident William Ruto’s 2022 presidential bid. • Despite being the Juja MP-elect George Koimburi (left ) with Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria | TWITTER President’s MP, Kuria has openly been at the forefront meet various aspirants interested in tional Unity (PNU) through his as- PEP had insisted on fi elding a can- are expected to rekindle the bitter in criticizing the head of next year’s general elections. sociation with Kenyatta (the KANU didate to battle it out against the rul- Jubilee-UDA rivalry. state, opposed the Build- The second time vocal MP noted Chairman and Deputy Prime Min- ing party Jubilee and United Dem- Even before the IEBC offi cially ing Bridges Initiative (BBI) PEP is gaining popularity in the ister), he would later be appointed ocratic Alliance (UDA) associated gazettes the nominated candidates constitutional amendment central region and plans are there to as The National Alliance (TNA) Di- with the DP. to usher in formal campaigns in drive in favour of executing sell the party in other regions within rector of Strategy during President The seat fell vacant following Kiambaa, the battle lines are already the country. Kenyatta’s fi rst term. the death of MP Paul Koinange in drawn between Jubilee’s Karanja popularization meetings to Two weeks ago, PEP’s George Ko- In December 2018, Kuria ‘called March. He was a Jubilee lawmaker. Kariri and UDA’s John Nguguna. market Ruto in the region. imburi beat Jubilee’s Susan Njeri in out’ President Kenyatta for taking However, Kikuyu MP Kimani Others in the race are Willie Mbu- Juja parliamentary by-election after development ‘elsewhere’ at the Ichungwah and Mathira’s Rigathi gua (Independent), David Mugo he garnered 12,159 votes against expense of the region that gave Gachagua would hear none of it as (Independent), Isaac Karomo (Fed- her 5,746 votes. him overwhelming support for his they claimed that Kuria must back eral Party of Kenya), Lucy Wanjiru In the upcoming Kiambaa and Mu- re-election. down. (Party of National Unity), Evans Gi- guga by-elections, Kuria said his Since then, Kuria’s political stature “PEP’s message of hope and re- chia (People’s Party of Kenya) and party has opted to withdraw its can- in the region has grown to the extent newal was endorsed by the voters Richard Njoroge (The New Demo- didate in support of United Demo- that his party, PEP, has now been of Gaturi ward in Murang’a on De- crats). cratic Association (UDA). identifi ed as a partner of the Hustler cember 15, 2020, and Juja constitu- Kuria is among Mt Kenya leaders The Gatundu South MP said that Nation, which is an informal move- ency on May 18, 2021. We wanted who criticized Speaker of the Na- the decision was made after consul- ment tailored to popularize Deputy to present this message for approval tional Assembly Justin Muturi’s tations with the UDA party. President William Ruto’s 2022 pres- by the people of Kiambaa constitu- coronation as the region’s spokes- PEP Party was fi elding Raymond idential bid. ency on the July 15 [by-election],” person recently, saying it is insig- Kuria as its candidate for the Kiam- Despite being the President’s MP, said Kuria. nifi cant to the political future of the baa by-elections. Kuria has openly been at the fore- “However, this did not go down region. front in criticizing the head of state, well with my colleagues, partic- Last week during a television in- Kuria making strides opposed the Building Bridges Ini- ularly [Mathira MP] Rigathi Ga- terview Kuria said “this so-called The retirement of President Uhuru tiative (BBI) constitutional amend- chagua and [Kikuyu MP] Kimani coronation of Muturi is nothing but Kenyatta in 2022 has set the stage ment drive in favour of executing Ichungwa. I held extensive discus- vanity. It’s an exercise in futility, it’s open for a fi erce political battle popularization meetings to market sions with my boss and friend Dr like an opinion poll in China, accu- among the Mt Kenya leaders who Ruto in the region. William Ruto on this matter. To rate but of no value,” are aspiring to succeed him as the His impact as a force to reckon make my two colleagues happy and Kuria is among Mt Kenya leaders region’s kingpin with was witnessed recently when it above all for the unity of the Hustler who have been on DP Ruto political 50 year old Moses Kuria active po- took the intervention of the DP Ruto nation, PEP will not be fi elding a radar as possible running mates and litical career started when he was to compel Kuria to withdraw PEP’s candidate for the Kiambaa by-elec- only time will tell if he will live up drafted into the (President Kibaki candidate from the July 18, Kiam- tion,” he added. to be a political force in the vote- re-election vehicle) Party of Na- baa Parliamentary seat by-election. Kiambaa and Muguga mini polls rich Mt Kenya political base. 14 OPINION Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times CATHOLIC BISHOPS COMMENT ON BBI, 2022 POLLS WERE BOUND TO RAISE QUERIES

By: Joseph Mutua Ndonga [email protected]

Worth Noting: First, the President Uhuru Kenyatta was their main target. They wanted this message to reach him and the body language left no doubt they were making

demands to him. Catholic Bishops This was wrong. Legally speaking; the President did not have the answers behaviors of taking bribes, delaying to alter the date of the polls. Such the hearing of cases, and ruling in powers can only be exercised by to the issues they raised. favor of highest bidders. parliament but the extension can As we know, Uhuru is the The millions of Kenyans, who turned only happen if the country is in a first President to govern up to elect President Kenyatta, did war and facing other challenges that under 2010 constitution this believing that he will protect and poses a real threat to social fabric of which drastically whittled safeguard their interests. If he went nation. ahead to appoint these judges, this Uhuru’s administration is currently down the powers of the would have amounted to desertion battling the Covid-19 pandemic, head of state. As such, the of his constitutional duties. and just like the rest of the world, three issues were being The Catholic Bishops live in Kenya this disease has indeed drained our handled by the other inde- and I am sure they know some of economy. If the pandemic will not pendent offices. judges have had dented images. contained by August next year, will Given this scenario, I would not we manage to conduct the polls in For the BBI Bill, this is a have expected them to present this the second Tuesday of that month as matter that is before the As a born again Christian, I have answers to the issues they raised. As a lot of respect to the men of cloth we know, Uhuru is the first President demand to the President and join planned? I tend to believe this is not court. The law does not because having anointed by God to to govern under 2010 constitution those faulting him over this matter possible. allow anyone to comment lead the flock, they are the anchors which drastically whittled down the for political reasons. Social distancing is listed as a on such matters before the of my spiritual nourishment and powers of the head of state. As such, According to the law, Uhuru had key intervention in combating strength. the three issues were being handled only one option: To return the whole Covid-19. So, you would not case is heard and deter- list to Maraga commission and, once expect the Government to endanger mined. As religious lead- I have stated this because I do not by the other independent offices. want anyone to portray me a person For the BBI Bill, this is a matter that the matter is sorted out, appoint the the lives of its citizens by allowing ers, they have a right to out to fight the religious leaders. is before the court. The law does not judges. them to attend social gatherings and guide the flock, and to me, I listened to the recent statement allow anyone to comment on such But the JSC opted to play hardball to form long queues and intermingle respecting the President released by Catholic Bishop who matters before the case is heard and with him, insisting he had no freely on Election Day. A life lost spoke during their retreat at the determined. As religious leaders, power to reject the nominees. The cannot be restored. So, elections can and law of the land is a President role is symbolic and so we wait. Lack of funds to conduct the cardinal. Subukia shrine. They high lightened they have a right to guide the flock, three issues-BBI Bill, 2002 polls and to me, respecting the President demand he appoint these judges, a election could also cause the delay. and the pending appointment of 40 and law of the land is a cardinal. three judge bench constituted by CJ Judges-and, with due respect, allow Regarding the pending issue of Maraga had ruled. As a respecter of Joseph Mutua Ndonga is a Political me to explain why I differed with the confirmation of 41 judges, the rule of law, he moved to the court Commentator and Blogger their observations. President, in a memorandum to of appeal to challenge that decision. First, the President Uhuru Kenyatta Justice David Maraga led Judicial Listening to the fierce war pitting was their main target. They wanted Service Commission [JSC], the two arms of government, I this message to reach him and the explained why he failed to appoint asked whether there was no need of body language left no doubt they them. Eleven of them had tainted electing a President who becomes a were making demands to him. past records and, according to stooge or a mere spectator. This was wrong. Legally speaking; the intelligence reports, they had Turning to next year’s General the President did not have the been adversely linked to unethical Election, the President has no power The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 POETS CHAMBER 15 NEVER DYING ART`S

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JOINT COMMUNIQUE OF THE BILATERAL MEETING BETWEEN THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA AND THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA TO ADDRESS ISSUES AFFECTING TRADE 26TH – 29TH

By: Isaac Thuku @mountkenyatimes MAY, 2021 ARUSHA, TANZANIA tance of ensuring they comply with 8.2 To strengthen bilateral the commitments made between the engagement whereby they will be two countries. During this Meeting, held biannually at Ministerial lev- 64 issues were handled out of which el, quarterly at senior officials and 30 issues were resolved and deci- technical level; sions have been made on how to re- 8.3 To champion the process solve the remaining 34. Further the of harmonization of domestic taxes, parties agreed to meet in the next 90 levies and fees in the EAC region; days to assess the level of the imple- 8.4 To continue following pro- mentation. cedures stipulated in the EAC Cus- toms Management Act. 2004 and 6. Some of the issues re- SQMT Act. 2006 with respect to solved on the side of the United inspection and clearance of goods; Republic of Tanzania include: facil- 8.5 To ensure compliance with itating clearance of soft drinks such the Rules of Origin to be upheld and as juices, removal of inspection fees preferential treatment to be accord- for processed products with stan- ed to products that qualify, and in dardization mark including wheat case of doubt to expedite the pro- Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta exchange a COVID-19 elbow flour; parties agreed to facilitate cess of verification and implemen- greeting in, Nairobi, Kenya: Photo Courtesy maize entry to Kenya, as well as tation of the recommendation; to waive the excise duty for glass 8.6 To enhance the process of products from Tanzania. clearance of goods, it was agreed 1. The Meeting was held pur- Development (Zanzibar); Hon. Ex- Mhina District Executive Director, that Single Customs Territory to be suant to the directive of the Head aud Kigahe, Deputy Minister, Min- Longindo District Council and Dr. 7. Matters resolved on the fully implemented by both parties; of States of the United Republic of istry of Industry and Trade; Hon. Athman Y. Ngenya, Director Gener- part of the Republic of Kenya in- 8.7 Parties agreed to recognize Tanzania and the Republic of Ken- Geofrey Kasekenya Deputy Minis- al, Tanzania Bureau of Standards. clude; granting cement products products with standardization mark ya given during the State visit of the ter for Works and Transport, Hon. preferential treatment, the United as per SQMT Act. 2006 framework Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Has- John Mongella, Regional Commis- 4. In attendance from Kenya Republic of Tanzania has started on mutual recognition; san to the Republic of Kenya from sioner, Arusha; Hon. Adam Malima, were: Amb. Johnson Weru, Princi- implementing the Single Window 8.8 Regulatory Agencies to 4th to 5th May, 2021. The Head Regional Commissioner, Tanga; pal Secretary, State Department for System which has reduced delays engage and address administrative/ of States directed the Ministers of Hon. Dr. Stephen Kagaigai, Re- Trade & Enterprise Development; in clearance of pineapple juices pro- operational issues whenever they Trade to meet and address issues af- gional Commissioner, Kilimanjaro; Prof, Hamadi Boga, CBS, Princi- duced in Kenya; streamlined some arise before they are brought to bi- fecting trade. In implementation of Prof. Godius Kahyarara, Permanent pal Secretary, State Department for of the standards regulating Institu- lateral meetings. Regulatory Agen- the directive, the Ministers of both Secretary, Prime Minister’s Office Crops Development and Agricul- tions such as TBS and TFDA and cies to meet ahead of quarterly bi- countries held a 5th Bilateral Meet- (Investment); Mr. Doto M. James, tural Research; Mr. Harry Kimu- agreed to expedite verification and lateral meetings; ing from 26th – 29th May, 2021 in Permanent Secretary, Ministry of tai, CBS, Principal Secretary, State clearance of perishable goods in ac- 8.9 Chiefs of Immigration Ser- Arusha, Tanzania. Industry and Trade; Mr. Gabriel Mi- Department for Livestock; Safina cordance to EAC CMA as well as vices together with Commissioners gire, Permanent Secretary, Ministry Kwekwe Tsungu, CBS, Principal increased the validity period of per- for Labour from the two countries 2. The meeting was co- of Works and Transport (Transport); Secretary, State Department for mits for veterinary products from to convene a meeting to consider chaired by Hon. Prof. Kitila A. Dr. Islam Seif Salum, Principal Sec- Tourism; Solomon Kitungu, CBS, 15 to 30 days. The meeting directed Immigration and Labour issues; Mkumbo (MP), Minister for In- retary, Ministry of Trade and Indus- Principal Secretary, State Depart- Kenya Revenue Authority and Tan- 8.10 A dedicated meeting of dustry and Trade of the United Re- trial Development (Zanzibar); Ms ment for Transport; Dr. Kevit De- zania Revenue Authority to explore Ministers responsible for Health to public of Tanzania and Hon. Betty Amina K. Shaaban - Deputy Perma- sai, CBS, Principal Secretary, State the possibilities of granting prefer- meet within 14 days to resolve issue C. Maina, EGH, Cabinet Secretary, nent Secretary, Ministry of Finance Department for East African Com- ential access to cigarettes made in related to COVID-19; and Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and Planning; Ms. Judica Omari, munity Affairs; Amb. Dan M. Ka- Kenya tobacco sourced from the 8.11 To direct border agencies and Enterprises Development of the Regional Administrative Secretary, zungu, High Commissioner of the United Republic of Tanzania and re- to implement immediately issues Republic of Kenya. Tanga; Dr. Bedan Masuruli, repre- Republic of Kenya to the Republic port back in the next bilateral meet- which have been resolved. senting the Permanent Secretary, of Tanzania: Amb. Nyambura Kam- ing. 3. In attendance from Tanza- Ministry of Livestock and Fisher- au, representing Principal Secretary, Done at Arusha, on this the 29th nia were: Hon. Geoffrey I. Mwam- ies; Mr. Nyasebwa Chimagu, rep- Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Dr. 8. Pursuant to the meeting, day of May, 2021 be, Minister of State, Prime Minis- resenting the Permanent Secretary, Eddyson Nyale, OGW, representing some of the issues to be implement- ter’s Office (Investment); Hon Prof. Ministry of Agriculture; H.E. Dr. the Principal Secretary, Ministry of ed related to trade are as follows: - Adolf Mkenda, Minister for Agri- John Simbachawene, High Com- Interior. 8.1 To establish a Permanent culture; Hon. Dr. Dorothy Gwajima, missioner of the United Republic Implementation Committee to mon- Minister for Health, Community of Tanzania to the Republic of Ken- 5. The meeting reviewed itor implementation of decisions Development, Gender, Elderly and ya, Hon. Amb. Edwin Rutageruka, progress made in implementing agreed upon in the bilateral meet- Children; Hon. Omari Said Shaaban, Director General Tanzania Trade decisions from previous bilateral ings; Minister for Trade and Industrial Development Authority; Dr. Jumaa meeting and underscored the impor- The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 PUNCHY SEGMENT 17 P-SEGMENT: What’s Hot in Counties Team work

By: Wanjiru Munene @mountkenyatimes

Worth Noting:

• Collaborating and being open to new ideas are also essential ingre- dients for a harmonious team environment. • A strong and cohe- sive team develops systems that allow them to collabo- rate effi ciently to complete tasks in a timely manner. • When a team works on a project as one unit, the sense of accomplish- ment also becomes greater Teamwork is the collaborative eff ort harmonious team environment. colleagues feel more comfortable on fi nishing the task. of a group to achieve a common goal off ering suggestions and ideas. While working as a team on a or to complete a task in the most Delegation A respectful and trusting team common goal, team members eff ective and effi cient way. This Teams that work well together environment will not only enable encourage and support one concept is seen within the greater understand the strengths and colleagues to think more creatively, another. When a team works on framework of a team, which is a weaknesses of each team member. but will lead to more productive a project as one unit, the sense group of interdependent individuals One of the benefi ts of strong and collaborative brainstorming of accomplishment also becomes who work together towards a teamwork is that team leaders and sessions. greater on fi nishing the task. It common goal. Here are reasons why members are adept at identifying all brings a sense of confi dence and teamwork is important: aspects of a project and allocating Support fulfi llment in the entire team. tasks to the most appropriate team All workplaces provide challenges, Communication members. but having a strong team Teamwork induces accountability Eff ective communication is the environment in place can act as When working in a team, you most important part of teamwork a support mechanism for staff experience a better sense of and involves consistently updating Effi ciency members. They can help each other responsibility and accountability. each person and never assuming that A strong and cohesive team improve their own performance as You feel that anything you do will everyone has the same information. develops systems that allow them to well as working together toward aff ect others. Your carelessness can Being a good communicator also collaborate effi ciently to complete improving their professional create trouble for others and your means being a good listener. By tasks in a timely manner. Through development. Building bonds on good work can benefi t the whole listening to your colleagues you working together, colleagues will trust and reliance on each other can team. In such a situation, you would show them respect, which is an be aware of their own capabilities be extremely important when facing want to but only make a good mark. essential trust-building method. and the capabilities of the group a particularly diffi cult challenge or So, you become more dedicated Off ering encouragement also goes in general, and can organize the if the group is forced to deal with and careful in all your actions out a long way to getting the best out workload accordingly. the loss of a team member while of peer pressure which acts as a of team members. Collaborating continuing to maintain productivity. powerful force. and being open to new ideas are Ideas also essential ingredients for a When a team works well together, Brings a sense of accomplishment 18 NATIONAL Monday, May 31, 2021 | The Mt. Kenya Times

MAGOHA LAUDS PROPOSAL TO PHASE OUT BACHELOR OF EDUCATION PROGRAM

By: Justus Obando @mountkenyatimes

Worth Noting:

• TSC, in addition, recommends a curriculum for teachers’ educators (trainers) to be developed by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum De- velopment (KICD) and TSC in collaboration with Univer- sities and the Commission for University Education that will form the basis for employment of Teacher Educators. • Under the CBC pro- gramme teachers will be expected to go digital, be smart Education Cabinet Secretary Prof George Magoha and use smartphones, inno- vate, use project based learning Education Cabinet Secretary “As a professor, I think it is in collaboration with Universities because a lot has changed. Prof George Magoha has lauded important to train our teachers and the Commission for Univer- He adds that teachers should be for learners, learn new technol- the phasing out of the Bachelor of who are going to teach second- sity Education that will form the encouraged to take up changes. ogies and embrace learner-cen- Education (BEd) degree program. ary schools on CBC and also train basis for employment of Teacher The Kenya National Union of tered classrooms and personal- Prof Magoha said the move by those already there,” he added. Educators. Teachers (KNUT) and Kenya ized instructions. the Teachers Service Commission In sweeping reforms to ensure Under the CBC programme Union of Post Primary Education • TSC has embarked on (TSC) will equip teachers with the seamless rollout of the Compe- teachers will be expected to go Teachers (KUPPET) on Friday right skills to teach CBC in Sec- tence-based curriculum (CBC), digital, be smart and use smart- protested the plan by the TSC to an ambitious and radical re- ondary schools. TSC wants all universities to cease phones, innovate, use project scrap the BEd. form process in the Education TSC proposes that teachers off ering the course within months, based learning for learners, learn According to Sossion the com- sector that is already stirring should undertake a Bachelor of in its place the teachers employer new technologies and embrace mission lacks the mandate to sin- opposition from unions in- Science, or Arts course followed proposes that students who wish learner-centered classrooms and gle-handedly make such a deci- cluding the Universities Aca- by a one-year postgraduate diplo- to pursue a career in teaching will personalized instructions. sion. ma in Education will equip teach- take regular ARTS or SCIENCE TSC has embarked on an ambi- KUPPET chairman Om- demic staff union. (UASU) ers with the right skills to teach degrees followed by a one-year tious and radical reform process boko Milemba argued that the CBC in Secondary schools. post graduate diploma in educa- in the Education sector that is high-quality standards set by TSC He spoke on Saturday in Gem, tion to qualify for registration as already stirring opposition from would lead to a defi cit of teach- Siaya County after unveiling a teachers unions including the Universities ers in the country soon. He said three-classroom block at Sagam The proposal comes with a se- Academic staff union. (UASU) students who attain high grades Secondary School. ries of recommendations. Prof. Magoha maintained that would rather opt for other profes- The education CS, however, Certifi cates will be null, as the going forward there is a need for sions. noted that it is important to allow minimum qualifi cation for entry the government to have the fi rst Milemba called upon education for consultation on the matter. into teaching in the country at all diploma teacher’s intake in June stakeholders in the country to hold Bachelor of Education program levels will be a Diploma in Edu- 2021, which has delayed due to a meeting to discuss the proposals has been the course for Kenya cation. the covid -19 pandemic. by the TSC. Secondary school teachers since Admission into all diplomas “This is basically to improve He noted that when qualifi ca- its introduction in 1972. and Degrees in Teacher education quality of teachers required in the tion standards for teaching profes- Prof. Magoha said it was a bet- courses shall be demand driven. coming years especially with the sionals were increased earlier, the ter time for scholars and thinkers TSC, in addition, recommends Competency-Based Curriculum number of the students enrolling to do things diff erently. He argued a curriculum for teachers’ educa- (CBC),” he noted. to pursue education decreased, that change is the only thing that tors (trainers) to be developed by The CS added that even for him, killing teachers training colleges is constant and shouldn’t be taken the Kenya Institute of Curriculum it would require a little training to (TTCs) in the country. literally. Development (KICD) and TSC go back to the theatre as a surgeon The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 AD 19

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...... The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 WORLD 20 END OF NETANYAHU ERA COULD BE IN THE CARDS IN ISRAELI POLITICAL DRAMA

handing over to centrist Lapid. A former defence minister, Bennett has reversed course be- fore over ousting Netanyahu, 71, a right-wing leader in power con- secutively since 2009 and now on trial on corruption charges that he denies. With an agreement with Lapid widely reported to have been fi- nalised just before fighting erupt- ed on May 10 between Israel and Gaza militants, Bennett said Worth Noting: during the hostilities he was aban- doning efforts to form a coalition • Lapid’s chances of success with the centre and left. rest largely with far-right politician But a ceasefire is holding, a re- Naftali Bennett, a kingmaker whose cent wave of street violence in Is- Yamina party has six key seats in par- rael between Arabs and Jews has liament. ebbed, and a Lapid-Bennett part- • Bennett, 49, was widely ex- nership could be back on course. pected to announce, possibly as early Israeli political commentators, as Sunday, whether he would team up however, were taking nothing for with Lapid, who leads the Yesh Atid Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo | FILE granted. party. “The anti-Prime Minister Ben- • Bennett has maintained pub- Israel was gripped by political seats in parliament. ing by Arab members of parlia- jamin Netanyahu government lic silence in recent days, with Likud drama on Sunday over the possi- Bennett, 49, was widely expect- ment whose political views differ of change is still not an accom- party chief Netanyahu fuelling spec- bly imminent end of Prime Minis- ed to announce, possibly as ear- sharply from Yamina’s. plished fact,” political columnist ulation his own tenure was about to ter Benjamin Netanyahu’s record ly as Sunday, whether he would Bennett has maintained public Yossi Verter wrote in the left-wing end in a tweet and video on Friday. run as the country’s leader. team up with Lapid, who leads the silence in recent days, with Likud Haaretz newspaper on Sunday. “Real Alert,” he wrote, warning that a After four inconclusive parlia- Yesh Atid party. party chief Netanyahu fuelling “It’s premature to pop open the dangerous “left-wing” administration mentary elections in two years, But first, Bennett would have speculation his own tenure was champagne, and also too early to was in the cards. a 28-day mandate for opposition to rally his own party’s legislators about to end in a tweet and video wear sackcloth,” he said, ques- leader Yair Lapid to form a new behind joining what Netanyahu’s on Friday. “Real Alert,” he wrote, tioning whether Yamina’s law- government runs out on Wednes- opponents have described as a warning that a dangerous “left- makers could withstand pressure day, and media reports said he was government of “change” compris- wing” administration was in the from the right against a deal with close to putting together a coali- ing factions from the left, centre cards. Lapid. tion that would end Netanyahu’s and right. Yamina announced late on Sat- If Lapid, 57, fails to announce a 12-year stretch as prime minister. Still short of a parliamentary urday that Bennett would meet government by Wednesday, a fifth Lapid’s chances of success rest majority after a March 23 election and update its legislators on Sun- Israeli election since April 2019 largely with far-right politician that ended in stalemate, such a di- day, after reports he had agreed - a prospect Bennett has said he Naftali Bennett, a kingmaker verse grouping could be fragile, to a deal in which he would serve wants to avoid - is likely. whose Yamina party has six key and would require outside back- first as prime minister before

DRC HIT WITH 61 EARTHQUAKES IN A DAY FOLLOWING VOLCANO ERUPTION

vatory (GVO), and seen by CNN. tion. The first explosion last Satur- could cause it to send debris flying magma. It explained that the volcano’s cra- day killed at least 31 people. and emit toxic gas. That could be a Fissures could release lethal con- ter “continues to collapse, which Since then, the area has experi- worst-case scenario. centrations of gases, the report said, contributed to the earthquake and enced a series of earthquakes and “If lava erupts in the Kivu River, urging people to stay away and su- caused ash emissions visible from tremors, some felt as far away as the keep a considerable distance away, pervise children in low-lying areas. Goma.” Rwandan capital of Kigali, more as the explosions could produce The report added that people Seismologists in the Democrat- The 11,500-foot-high volcano sits than 100 km from the volcano in the dangerous ballistics,” the report should take precautions in using ic Republic of Congo reported 61 around 15 kilometers (9 miles) from Virunga National Park. said. water for drinking and washing veg- earthquakes in a 24-hour period Goma, a city with an official pop- The report warned that lava flows A volcanic eruption, landslide or etables as volcanic ash may have on Saturday around the Mount Ny- ulation of 670,000, though several “can cause asphyxiation, severe large earthquake could destabilize contaminated tanks. iragongo volcano, which erupted a NGOs estimate it to be closer to 1 burns or death.” the lake’s deep waters and emit dis- week ago, warning residents to keep million. But it also warned that as magma solved gases. Larry Madowo reported from well away from lava flows. A provincial government spokes- continued to move through a fis- Gas emissions are likely to be- Goma, Martin Goillandeau, Sarah The details were outlined in a dai- person said Friday that around sure toward Lake Kivu, there was come more frequent in the coming Dean and Angela Dewan reported ly report prepared for the govern- 400,000 people had fled the city as a possibility of a limnic eruption, months anyway because of the in- from London. ment by the Goma Volcanic Obser- officials warned of a second erup- where an eruption under the lake crease in volume of underground The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 AD 21 ...

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Sports >> *German forward Kai Havertz said he had “worked 15 years” for the moment when he scored SPORTS the goal that won the Champions League for Chelsea against Manchester City on Saturday. NEWS I worked 15 years for this - Havertz PHOTOS SCORES OPINIONS STATISTICS SCHEDULES BREAKING NEWS

Kai Havertz lifting the UCL Cup

German forward Kai Havertz the Champions League – gave Havertz said. me.” said he had “worked 15 years” Chelsea their second European Chelsea defender Cesar Azpili- for the moment when he scored triumph in an all-English final cueta hailed the young forward. the goal that won the Champi- in Porto. “Havertz’s mentality is top, this Supersport ons League for Chelsea against “I don’t know what to say, I guy will be a superstar, he ran Manchester City on Saturday. waited a long time. I’ve worked like crazy, this is why he de- Havertz’s 42nd minute strike 15 years for this moment, I am serves this. – his first goal for the club in overwhelmed,” 21-year-old “This victory means a lot to The Mt. Kenya Times | Monday, May 31, 2021 SPORTS 23

Sports >> *After a decade of trying, Pep Guardiola and Manchester City’s wait to win the Champions League goes on after Chelsea emerged 1-0 victors from an all-English final in Porto. Guardiola the fall guy as Man City’s UCL SPORTS anguish goes on

desire. City will lick their wounds, in- vest and try again. Guardiola ex- NEWS tended his contract at the Etihad earlier this season to 2023. “It is the first time we are here, we will learn, we will come back,” Guardiola said. “It was a season with 62 games and we played 61. We are sad, we have to learn from this and we will learn for the future, but the season was exceptional.” Erling Haaland and Harry Kane have both been suggested as a replacement for the depart- ing Aguero and Guardiola hinted PHOTOS at a “shake-up” this summer to keep his squad hungry. SCORES Losing their biggest game of a OPINIONS Pep Guardiola © Gallo Images hitherto glorious campaign will help maintain the motivation for STATISTICS more. After a decade of trying, tory. Without the Belgian, Guardio- SCHEDULES In five seasons in Manchester, Pep Guardiola and Manchester However, he dropped a bomb- la’s attempts to right the wrongs Guardiola has already won eight BREAKING NEWS City’s wait to win the Champi- shell by omitting captain Fer- of his team selection were too major trophies. ons League goes on after Chel- nandinho and Rodrigo from the little, too late. But the one he was brought to sea emerged 1-0 victors from an base of his midfield to make way Fernandinho was introduced the club to win the most remains all-English final in Porto. for Raheem Sterling’s return to just after the hour mark, while the missing piece. City finished 19 points ahead the starting line-up. strikers Gabriel Jesus and Ser- of Chelsea in romping to this Chelsea seized on the space gio Aguero were thrown on in season’s Premier League title, opened up in the City midfield search of a goal. Supersport but their old demons in Europe to enjoy the better of the first But the vast majority of City’s reappeared as Guardiola’s tin- half and, but for some charac- success this season has come in a kering with a winning team teristic wasteful finishing from fluid strikerless system and they again backfired. Timo Werner, would have been never looked comfortable as The Catalan won the Cham- in front long before they scored Chelsea’s defence limited them pions League twice in his first the only goal. to one shot on target despite los- three seasons as a senior coach One through ball from Mason ing the experience of Thiago Sil- at Barcelona. Mount sliced the City defence va to injury in the first-half. But he can now add the disap- wide open for Kai Havertz to pointment of losing in the final round Ederson and roll the ball ‘WE WILL COME BACK’ for the first time to exits in four into an empty net. Backed by the wealth of Abu semifinals and three quarterfi- “I tried the best selection to Dhabi’s Sheikh Mansour, City nals as boss of Barca, Bayern win the game,” said Guardiola. have become the dominant force Munich and City over the past “(Ilkay) Gundogan played many in English football, winning five 10 years. years in this position. We tried Premier League titles in the past City had never even been be- to have speed on the ball, to find 10 years. yond the last eight in Guardio- players between the lines on the But that only makes the pain la’s first four seasons in charge, ball and this was the decision.” of three disappointments against but he appeared to have learned Luck was also not on City’s English sides in Europe over from his mistakes as a set- side as Kevin De Bruyne was the past four years all the more tled side comfortably saw off forced off in tears after a sicken- acute. Borussia Dortmund and Paris ing head knock when he collided After 10 seasons in the Cham- Saint-Germain to reach the final with Antonio Rudiger early in pions League, City remain with- for the first time in the club’s his- the second half. out the one trophy they most The ART, Culture & Books MT. KENYA TIMES Backpage

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