the Stranger in Me

Exhibition: The Stranger in Me by Dickson Kaloki, Jan. 16 – Feb. 4 2014 @ Que Pasa – Karen

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the Stranger in Me
Dickson Kaloki presents: The Stranger in Me

Dickson Kaloki is one of Kenya’s most exciting emerging artists. Kaloki hit the art scene in 2011 with his celebrated slum-series. He now continues to explore slum structures, but his latest works go beyond the classic mabati and timber houses, narrow corridors, and ubiquitous Kanaro River to explore the interaction between individuals in the slums, their environments, and the city of Nairobi.

The Stranger in Me combines these new mediums, themes and styles, showing Kaloki’s depth as an artist.

From January 16th through February 4th, Que Pasa is displaying a selection of Kaloki’s new pieces.

Join the opening night, Thursday January 16th, for Canapés and Conversations with the artist starting at 7pm.

Que Pasa is located in the Karen Shopping Center

House of Lungula

Out of Town: Premièr of House of Lungula in Mombasa, Jan. 17 2014 @ Nyali Cinemax

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House of Lungula
HOUSE of Lungula is a Sexy Comedy premièring in Mombasa on the January 17, 2014 after a very successful run in Nairobi at the Century Cinemax, The Junction.

Date: January 17, 2014
Venue: Nyali Cinemax
Time: 9 pm (come at 8 pm to hang with the cast)
Tickets – 500/=
Advance tickets available at Nyali Cinemax.

Screening Times Mombasa
Dates & Time: January 18 & 22 at 7 pm

Synopsis
Harrison, overworked and underpaid is looking for money for bride price. A ‘business’ opportunity presents itself when he gets the keys to the Company house. With the CEO away on holiday, he has access to a vacant fully furnished house. He decides to cash in… Easy money doesn’t always come cheap.

Starring: Lizz Njagah, Ian Mbugua, Gerald Langiri, Sarah Hassan, Helena Waithera, Lenana Kariba, Gitau Ngogoyo, Nice Githinji, Diana Nekoye, Lydia Gitachu, Auma Njagah, Sheila Kwamboka and Alex Konstantaras.

Filmed by the award winning D.O.P. John Wambugu. Directed by the award winning directors Alex Konstantaras & Aggie Nyagari and Produced by Historia Films

Screening Times Nairobi
Dates & Time: January 17-23, 2014 at 10 am & 5.30 pm

Highlights of Nairobi Premièr

Note: the movie is rated adults only 18+.

Love & Honour

Screening: Love & Honour, Jan. 25 2014 @ Japan Information & Cultural Centre

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Love & Honour
The story follows Mimura Shinnojo (Kimura Takuya) a lower class samurai who is a poison taster for the domain lord. He is poor, but happily leading his humble life with his beautiful wife, Kayo (Dan Rei). One day, however, Shinnojo is poisoned during a tasting and loses his sight. He is relieved of his job and is reduced to poverty. It is such a time when Shimada (Bando Mitsugoro), a clerk, offers help to Kayo. He wants her body in return, and Kayo accepts the offer in tears in order to supplement the family income. When the relationship becomes public, Shinnojo is devastated for being robbed of his beloved wife and for his helplessness. He engages in a duel with Shimada to defend his wife and preserve his Samurai honour.

The screening details are as follows:

Date: Saturday, 25th January 2014
Venue: Japan Information & Culture Centre, Embassy of Japan, Mara Road, Upper Hill
Gates Open: 1:30p.m. | Time: 2:00p.m.
Entry is free and open to all film fans.

Kindly note that in order to attend the movie screening it will be necessary to register beforehand. To register, call 020-2898510 or email your name and contact details to jinfocul@nb.mofa.go.jp. If you plan to attend the movie screening with a friend and/or family member, please include their names as you register for yourself.

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Play: Temptations, Jan. 24-26 2014 @ Alliance Francaise

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Dates: January 24-26, 2014
Venue: Alliance Francaise
Time: Friday @ 6 & 8 pm, Sat. @ 3, 6 & 8 pm, Sun @ 3, 6 & 8 pm
Tickets: Kshs 500

Doctor professes his love for one woman forcing other women to use unorthodox methods to win his love resulting in hilarious situations, complicated by mistaken identities.

An evening of hysterical comedy! While FCA plays are very entertaining, they are also very educative and help prepare against the many challenges in life. In particular life issues such as relationships are mirrored on stage in a subtle and humorous rendition.

The play “TEMPTATIONS” is an insight into societal problems of profound cultural and socio-economic ramifications. Issues are cleverly tackled without being preachy.

For bookings/Mpesa-0726524124/0728130134, Airtel: 0734524124 or call 0202025811. Email: fcakenya@gmail.com.

CEIPFlyer

Call for Applications to the 2nd Cycle of Training- Craft Enterprise Incubation Program, by Jan. 31 2014

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CEIPFlyer
Call for applications to the second cycle of training- Craft Enterprise Incubation Program [CEIP14].

The 12 week program – 19 March to 6 June 2014 – is specifically designed for the craft sector. It focuses on sharing knowledge, tools and networks that enable young designer-makers to create profitable craft enterprises.

The program also feature a mentorship component, access to micro loans through our partner Kiva and market linkages opportunities.

Every training cycle accepts only 10 students to allow for one on one interaction.
There are 5 partial scholarships worth 10,000Ksh each on offer through sponsorship by Biz Baz Events, organizers of the Bizarre Bazaar craft festival.

Application deadline is 31 January 2014 at midnight.

For more information about Craft Afrika and the program, visit our blog www.craftafrika.org or email craft@craftafrika.org

Nairobi Forum: Is Somalia Ready for Foreign Investment? Jan. 17 2014 @ Serena Hotel

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9am – 12pm ǀ Friday 17 January 2014 ǀ Amani Room ǀ The Serena Hotel

Private sector development is crucial to generating employment, stimulating livelihoods, and the provision of basic services in Somalia. Nevertheless, Somalia remains a challenging environment for most Somali and foreign investors.

An analysis of market potentials and business strategy, and an understanding of local business practice is necessary. This meeting, organised by HanVard Africa and the Nairobi Forum of the Rift Valley Institute, will examine the opportunities and challenges of private sector development in Somalia. It will discuss opportunities for national and international investors in manufacturing and in key sectors such as oil, gas, construction, agricultural production, livestock, fisheries and banking.

The speakers are drawn from the private sector, government, and the donor and diplomatic communities.

Chair
Jonathan Brooks, UNDP PREP Director

Panellists
Luca Alinovi, FAO Regional Director
Shirwa Jama, IDLO Somalia Country Director
Hassan Noor, HanVard Africa, CEO
Davis and Shirtliff
UAP

Entrance is by prior registration only. Register here.

Workshop by Ato

Performance Workshop by Ato Malinda, Jan. 21-25 2014 @ Kuona Trust

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Workshop by Ato
You are invited to take part in a 5 day performance workshop instructed by artist and performer, Ato Malinda.

The workshop will explore the history of performance art as it is known today by the global art world. This will include the performances of early Futurism, Dada and Surrealism, Bauhaus and performance since 1968. We will also discuss questions such as ‘what is performance?’ and ‘what is performativity?’

Dates: January 21-25, 2013
Venue: Kuona Trust
Time: 9.30 am -1.00 pm
Charges: Ksh 500 per day (Inclusive lunch& materials)
RSVP on 0721262326/0733742752

No previous knowledge of performance art is required