Vol. 9 Issue 7 22nd- 28th February, 2020
KSG Campuses Baringo Embu Matuga Mombasa Weekly Bulletin Institutes Published by the KSG Communications Office e-Learning and Development Institute
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Inside this issue: Photo: Kenya School of Government Lower Kabete Ties that bind Embu and 2 BY EPHLINE OKOTH training institutions, Jomo professional ethics in the Shanxi Kenya University of Science public service; performance he Kenya School and Technology, Chuka management; equitable Chweya: KSG is not there 3 of Government University and Karatina allocation of opportunities yet has emerged the University follow the School and resources; as well as Samboja: Forget the 4 best public respectively. public participation in policy politics Ttraining institution that The ranking of the making. complied with public service Ogopa trips out of Betway 5 institutions was based on The School, however, values and principles in Cup performance in seven achieved medium rating in Articles 10 and 232 of the 6 thematic areas. KSG had efficiency, effectiveness and Rejuvenating journey to Constitution in the Year Lake Baringo ‘high’ performance in four economic use of resources; 2018/2019. thematic areas: Service and good governance, Pictorial 8 The status of compliance delivery improvement and transparency and report released by the Public Homour/Quote 10 transformation; ensuring accountability parameters. Service Commission 11 high standards of Overall, KSG emerged Courses across campuses indicates that among the Page 2 KSG tops training bodies in values, principles compliance
position 9 out of 281 government Property Institute (73.3), Kenya independent offices; and public institutions evaluated in a survey National Commission on Human universities and colleges, to evaluate undertaken by the Public Service Rights (71.4) and Insurance the extent to which the values and Commission in the year under Regulatory Authority (71.1), which principles have been complied with review. were ranked from position 1 to 8 in the public service. The School appeared in the high respectively. In the previous year, the School was achievers category with an aggregate The Public Service Commission ranked third among institutions mean score of 69 per cent, just below conducts this annual assessment that best exemplified national and Capital Markets Authority (79.5), among ministries and state public service values and principles Anti-Counterfeit Authority (79.2), departments; state corporations and after Public Service Commission Independent Policing Oversight semi-autonomous government and Huduma Secretariat which Authority (78.9), Engineers Board of agencies (SAGAs); statutory scooped position one and two Kenya (76.5), Kenya Revenue commissions and authorities; respectively. Authority (75.6), Kenya Industrial constitutional commissions and Ties that bind Embu and Shanxi
Governor Martin Wambora addresses delegates when the County Government of Embu and the Government of Shanxi Province in China signed a Memorandum of Understanding at KSG Embu Campus.
BY MARY NJENGA benefit in economic fronts such as offer in terms of civilization and Embu he County Government of mining, hydropower generation, County is ready to adopt their model Embu and the Government tourism and agriculture which the for prosperity”. of Shanxi Province in China government of Shanxi Province The County enjoys rich fertile soils T commits to support financially. and a favourable altitude for have entered into a business agreement that has been augmented During the signing of the MoU at production of high quality tea and by the signing of a Memorandum of the Kenya School of Government, coffee which the government intends Understanding (MoU). Embu Campus, the Governor for to market directly to the exporters. The MoU intends to establish and Embu County Mr. Martin Currently, tea is being exported to maintain economic ties for mutual Wambora said, “China has a lot to Egypt. Page 3 Ties that bind Embu and Shanxi Indeed, the first coffee mill in Embu partnerships in other sectors with the Tourism, Investment and County awaits presidential County. Industrialization Mr. David inauguration later in the year with “I am delighted to see the Kariuki said that the partnership prospective buyers being America, achievements of the County with China will aid in poverty Botswana and Saudi Arabia. Government in regard to the alleviation unemployment. Similarly, the County Government partnership with the Republic of Some of the anticipated projects has negotiated for reliable China. Kenya School of Government by the County include international and local markets for Embu Campus is also a beneficiary of construction of Embu solar park, macadamia and avocadoes on behalf the progress,” Campus Director Dr. waste to energy plant, low cost of the farmers. Anne Kang’ethe said while delivering housing and slum upgrading. “China and Kenya have a long her welcoming remarks. Shanxi Provincial Geophysical standing relationship; the Shanxi Observing Embu’s conducive and Geochemical Exploration Province and Embu County investment environment for both Institute Director, Dr. Guo Government collaboration will serve national and international investors, Xuhuang expressed confidence in to strengthen the same,” said Mr. He Dr. Kang’ethe said the School the implementation of these Tiancai, the Vice Governor of the contributes by moulding accountable projects. People's Government of Shanxi and competent public servants and is Deputy County Commissioner Province. honoured to partner with the County. Ms Carolyne Imaya, affirmed that The diversified climate for She extended her gratitude to the the unity between the two parties horticultural production is one of the Chinese Government for being an signals strength in achieving a similarities that Embu and Shanxi economic role model in the world. common goal. She expressed have. Mwea National Park Reserve Enormous development in various confidence that improved has a lot for China to benefit from in sectors has been felt due to the standards of living as well social the agribusiness venture. Mr. Tiancai collaboration between the two economic development will be believes that this is a great start and countries. experienced not only in Embu its prosperity opens future business Committee Member for Trade, County but in Kenya. Chweya: KSG is not there yet
BY DANIEL NGETI enya School of Government Director General Prof. K Ludeki Chweya is determined to move the School to greater heights as it continues to offer exceptional service in line with the mandate of capacity building in the public service. Prof. Chweya maintains that KSG shall continue to utilise available performance management tools to seal unforeseen performance gaps and maximize on planned outputs. According to him, through R-L: Prof. Ludeki Chweya, Dr. John Bii and Dr. Florence Kithinji during a performance contracting, the School performance contract signing ceremony at Matuga Campus. Page 4 Chweya: KSG is not there yet seeks to enhance performance, envisioned goal. Fortunately, we According to him, high performance accountability and prudent use of have the potential to realize more results can only be achieved if high resources in transparent service results. Our targets should propel targets are set. provision. us to achieve more in respect to Present at the Performance Contract Prof. Chweya made these remarks performance,” he posited. signing was the Director Finance and while addressing staff of Matuga The Director General encouraged Administration Prof. Nura Mohamed, Campus during a meeting to cascade Matuga Campus management to Director Academic Affairs Dr. provisions of the Performance stimulate a high performance Josephine Mwanzia, and Head of Contract. culture to be emulated by other Performance Contracting Unit Ms. “As a School we have not attained our campuses. Angela Mukiri. Samboja: Forget the politics, work
BY GABRIEL ODHYAMBO
aita Taveta County Governor Granton Samboja has T cautioned newly recruited county administrators against engaging in politics. Instead, the governor advised the administrators to adhere to their professional ethics, and to support the county government in serving residents of Taita Taveta by working closely with the national administration. Taita Taveta County administrators during an induction at KSG Mombasa In a speech read on his behalf by the Campus. Committee Member in charge of Public Service, Ms. Defense Manga, championing development under Dr. Wanyama urged the the Governor gave importance to the County Government procedures administrators to stay committed, public service induction. to help socialize county responsive and focused, and “This induction is necessary to administration. further asked them to clearly harmonize your expectations and “Just like you, induction facilitated understand the county bring uniformity for you to forge a my understanding of the public development planning for effective common understanding,” he said. service and the expectations of the implementation. Mombasa Campus Director Dr. Tom employer. With the Essential Skills Additionally, the Director called for Wanyama likewise heightened the in Development course underway, I keen execution of public criticality of induction. “Employers urge you to look forward to participation frameworks in succeed only when the employees strengthening your work skills and realization of the inclusivity essence understand their role,” he said. competencies. It will create the of devolution. He counseled them The Director hinted that the School is distinction between your roles for to observe high standards, values developing a course on essential skills clear understand of your and principles for the purposes of which targets administrators and those boundaries,” he said. enabling the county to have a strong and firm moral fabric. Page 5 Ogopa trips out of Betway Cup The team lost 2-0 to defending champions, Bandari FC
The hard tackle between KSG Ogopa FC and Bandari FC players at Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos Sunday 16 February, 2020.
BY MARTIN MACKENZIE attempt by the opponents to free kick by Ogopa FC proved costly particularly bank on their KPL as Bandari players reacted quickly to enya School of Government household name. The KSG shut the latter’s midfield. In the Ogopa Football Club (FC) management was, as always, very process Ogopa FC lost the ball deep in may be out of the Betway K supportive; the players were well their own half. From the error Cup, but not lying low. Ogopa FC prepared for the game; and the fans Bandari’s Yema Mwana punished had fought its way to the Round of 32 turned out in large numbers and Ogopa FC through scoring a beautiful of Football Kenya Federation Betway were energized more than ever. diving header in the 65th minute. Cup only to be drawn against the In sheer determination from both Less than ten minutes to the final defending champions. teams, the game remained intense, whistle, Ogopa FC’s Geoffe fouled The well attended game was played and the Kenya School of Bandari FC striker inside the box and at the Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos Government Director General, Prof. the referee quickly pointed to the spot on Sunday February 16, 2020. Right Ludeki Chweya, concurred that from where a well calculated penalty from entry into the tonourment, Ogopa FC gave Bandari a tactical by William Wadri sealed the Ogopa FC maintained an admirable run in the first half, gaining better opponents win in the 85th minute. run, beating the once renowned Re- chances for scoring as Ogopa FC Ogopa FC were thus eliminated from Union 2-0 to book an appointment striker Gimsy Manji graced the the tournament. with Bandari FC. opponents’ goal at least twice. That, Prof. Chweya applauded Ogopa FC Fans from both teams described it as a however, did not translate to goals. for a well-played game urging the good fight when KSG Ogopa FC held In the end, first half ended with no players to continue holding friendlies the Kenya Premier League (KPL) goal. with more experienced teams to team to a goalless draw in the first The second half of the game was enable them perfect their skills. half, as the defending champions only rather dramatic for Ogopa FC as “You have really made us proud scored late into the second half. But as most players appeared to have run considering you have played against a is said, a win is a win. out of gas. A quick start short taken very strong team that has been Ogopa FC did not flinch at any Page 6 Ogopa trips out of Betway Cup around for a long time. We have great day,” said the team leader. “The game was not easy. Even potential and we look forward to The team’s performance also elated though we lost to our opponents, seeing you get to greater heights. The the Coach, Mr. John Mbenzwa, they felt challenged with our strong School is ready to support you in all who had this to say: “The team was momentum, especially in the first that you need,” he said. well prepared for the game, and half. Tactically Ogopa was on To strengthen their match delivery, playing with such a big team, we point,” he said, adding, “With the Ogopa FC earlier hosted AFC really performed well.” massive support of management Leopards and Posta Rangers to The Coach noted that Ogopa FC and our fans, we will friendly matches in preparation for the has been improving in each game always ensure to win future home match against Bandari. which prescribes a bright future for matches. This will give us a strong Ogopa FC team Manager Mr. Yakub the team. He observed that the footing when we meet our Mohamed applauded the team saying team, however, needs more opponents in their hometown.” it was a great milestone to play against physical training. So intense was the game that Bandari FC who acknowledged that “Physical fitness among the players Bandari striker Yema could not the scholars’ team had greater potential has been a challenge since they do hide his joy after scoring for his than what they initially thought. not get enough time to train. We team an opening goal. He “Playing against Bandari FC and are doing our best to ensure completely stripped his pair of performing the way we did has made that the team is physically fit,” said jersey, shots and top, which earned us realize how good we are. If only we Coach Mbenzwa. him a yellow from the referee. put in a little more effort, we shall be Team Captain Mr. Brian Oloo The defending champions, Bandari among the best teams in the country. I commended the players for a well- FC booked a date with three times really urge us all to put our best foot played match which he noted was champions, Sofapaka FC. forward so that we get better each rather tough. Rejuvenating journey to Lake Baringo BY DOUGLAS MOCHAMA chance to admire the attractive a snake park, a government AND RUTH KIPLAGAT vegetation and landscape. project where visitors are trained Such is the expedition journey on snake handling. The park has he glittering sunrays to Lake Baringo. venomous and non-venomous characterize a typical This is part of the Campus snakes-python, cobra, black T beautiful morning in fulfillment of a long time mamba and puff adder are some Kabarnet Town, Baringo honoured tradition to facilitate species hosted here. Audacious County, fondly referred to as course participants’ participants surprisingly attempt the First District. Visitors are educational trips. Indeed, it is handling snakes as they take met with the scenic terrain as also part of the patriotic act of photos. they meander gently through promoting local tourism. The The journey continues. At the famous picturesque Tugen gesture is valued as one that 12.30pm, the team arrives at Hills. And so is a trip to Lake increases awareness on natural Lake Baringo, a tourist attraction Baringo. features in Baringo County. site. Three indigenous Baringo Campus of the Kenya The writer accompanied communities-Ilchamus, Pokots School of Government which is participants on one such trip. and Tugens-live at the lake located at the heart of Kabarnet On this particular day, basin, practicing pastoralism and Town often organizes such trips participants arrive at Marigat fishing. Rivers Perkerra, Molo, for course participants. Town at 11am, about 40 Ol Arabel, Makutan, Tangulbei, A bus filled to capacity sets off Kilometers from Kabarnet Endao and Chemeron drain into the journey early morning albeit Town. The first stopover is at the lake. However, due to high slowly to allow passengers a Page 7 Rejuvenating journey to Lake Baringo
Participants of the Supervisory Skills Development Course aboard a boat at lake Baringo. evaporation, survival of the lake residents and tourists steam Korosi Island: Claims are that depends on perennial rivers that themselves with the spring’s Kenya’s second head of state, have significantly continued to vapour in the hope to keep skin former President Daniel Arap experience reduced water levels rashes at bay. Moi, owns the Island which is due to changing climatic currently occupied by Pokot conditions. Samatian Island: Also called fishermen. Participants partake in the Willis Island, it is named after fascinating boat ride to explore the owner who offers Longicharo Island: The Island and view aquatic animals such accommodation to tourists; he has a conservancy: Ruko. It as the hippos, crocodiles and has built cottages and a houses giraffes, warthogs, fish eagles. During the ride, one campsite. It, however, faces the ostriches and a host of aquatic is able to access any of the seven risk of submersion-as it a n i m a l s s u c h a s islands dotting Lake Baringo, occasionally does - during h i p p o p o t a m u s e s , a n d and the upcoming Ngiteng heavy downpour. crocodiles. Island. During the boat ride, the Parmolok Island: Also known participants viewed the said Rongena and Ngiteng islands: as Lempagany Island or the Islands but only disembark at At the time of the visit, the two Island of Love. It is owned by Kokwa Islands with the hot Islands were submerged due to a man and his five wives with springs. high water levels as they are flat their more than twenty Back to the shore the in shape. children! Part of the Island is participants seemed delighted at leased to a private developer. the educative trip. Tellingly, Olkokwa Island: It is perhaps some of them confessed that the largest of the Islands, Devils Island: It is called so as Lake Baringo is not only a game inhabited by about 400 people rumors are that there are drive destination but a restful from Ilchumus community who howling sounds of unseen place to rejuvenate during practice fishing, goat and cattle beings and animals at night. holidays. The team enjoys a rearing. The Island boasts of rare Locals claim of bluish flames return trip to Baringo Campus hot springs, laced with Sulphur burning in the deserted Island crowning their afternoon with and which the locals claim have too. The myth is so strong that yet another gainful view of the healing effects. Indeed, the it is inhabited by none. scenic terrain with attractive vegetation. Page 8 Week’s Activities in summary
KEMRI Director General Prof. Yeri Kombe (left) and Deputy Director Corporate Communication Mr. Davis Mkoji when they paid a courtesy call on the Director Mombasa Campus Dr. Tom Wanyama.
Strategic Leadership Development Program (SLDP) No. 211/2020 participants at Baringo Campus present a lion plague to the School as a memory of their association 4. with the School.
SLDP No. 210/2020 class president Mr. George Mogusu (right) presents a gift to Mombasa Campus. The gift was received by the Deputy Director Learning and Development Mr. Andrew Rori (centre), the Finance Manager Mr. Paul Kimoro, HOD Business and Development Ms. Rebecca Kaguru (in green) and Ms. Rose Mwaumba. Page 9 Ogopa, Bandari match in pictures! Page 9 Leadership Lesson Leadership is the willingness to confront people’s anxiety
All of the great leaders have had one characteristic in common: it was the willingness to confront unequivocally the major anxiety of their people in their time. This, and not much else, is the essence of leadership.
— John Kenneth Galbraith
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