Mindspeak Forum: Aly-Khan Satchu Hosts January Makamba – Dep. Minister Communication Science & Technology, Mar. 14 2015 @ Hyatt Regency Hotel – Dar es Salaam
Aly-Khan Satchu will be hosting January Makamba, the Deputy Minister for Communication Science & Technology – Tanzania
Date: March 14, 2015
Venue: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Dar es Salaam
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
Entry: RSVP at info@rich.co.ke
January Makamba declared his intention to run for president almost eight months ago on BBC. A move that surprised many analysts and Tanzania watchers. Since January declared his intention to vie for Presidency under CCM, he has been receiving praise from unusual quarters such as;
Can January Makamba be the next president of Tanzania? – By Ben Taylor in African Arguments
Young leaders take on the old guard in Tanzania – By CHRISTOPHER KIDANKA in African Review
However, January has a long way to go since he has to convince CCM, the ruling party that he is the right man for the job in the scheduled party meeting later this year before the elections.
Join him as he speaks to Aly-Khan Satchu to find out why he announced his candidature and the vision he has for Tanzania.
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Conversation with African writers – Ndiritu Wahome & Ciku Kimeria, Mar. 19 2015 @ Goethe Institut
Join young Kenyan writers – Ndiritu Wahome and Ciku Kimeria as they discuss their books, chat with members of the audience at a session titled “Conversation with African writers” at the Goethe Goethe-Institut Nairobi on Thursday March 19th 2015 from 6pm.
First 100 people to rsvp to the event via fb (https://www.facebook.com/events/1059580684055976/) will be eligible for a KES 100 discount on the book price at the event.
The session will be moderated by acclaimed Kenyan poet, journalist, writer of fiction, and critic – Khainga o’okwemba.
ON THE WRITERS….
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Ndiritu is a writer who first started writing at the age of thirteen. At 19, immediately after high school, he published a volume of poetry: ‘The Voice from a Young Man under the Burning African Sun.’
As a young writer, he is passionate about the art of writing, and other forms of creative arts. Ndiritu believes that you can become anything you want on earth, as long as you have the willpower, determination, and passion to train the mind. When he is neither reading nor writing, he is actively swimming and lazing on the beach gazing at the meandering blue waves of the ocean.
His latest work is a collection of short stories titled The sad artist and other fairy tales
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Ciku lives and works in Kenya as a consultant focusing on international development issues at Dalberg Global Development Advisors. In her free time, she enjoys writing and traveling. She loves people, learning different languages, experiencing new cultures and various other art forms in addition to writing – singing, playing the guitar etc.
She is particularly fascinated by the universality of human emotions and enjoys reading books about people whose culture she knows little about. She hopes to use her work to reach more people with stories about Kenyan people that they can relate to – even if they do not know much about Kenya.
She holds a BSc in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She speaks English, Kiswahili and German, and is currently learning French. She is also a travel blogger – Thekenyanexplorer
Her novel “Of goats and poisoned oranges” is a tantalizing tale of betrayal, deceit, greed, corruption, love and revenge that will leave you reeling. Readers have described it as “Wicked, funny, poignant, wacky, human, a big ball of fun and danger”, “A unique and captivating book”, “Fun and intriguing”, “Impossible to put down once you start reading.”
http://www.amazon.com/goats-poisoned-oranges-Ciku-Kimeria-ebook/dp/B00HBBWPI6
Book Launch Party: Belonging in Africa by Jo Alkemade, Mar. 13 2015 @ Michael Joseph Centre
Author Jo Alkemade and Lesleigh Kenya welcomes you to the Michael Joseph Centre for the Book Launch Party.
Date: March 13, 2015
Venue: Michael Joseph Centre
Time: 6-9 pm
Entry: Free
Entertainment by: Soul and jazz artist Liron.
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PS: Lesleigh Kenya regrets to announce that due to unavoidable circumstances, the last meet the Author event which was scheduled to March 7 2015 at Silole Villa has been cancelled.
International Women’s Day: Women of the World Talk & Act Conference 2015, Mar. 7 2015 @ Michael Joseph Centre
Date: 7th March, 2015
Venue: Michael Joseph Centre
Time: 8am to 6pm
Entry: Ksh4,000 – Adults, free for children under the age of 12.
About
Women have been long termed, “their own worst enemies”. But in 2015 Moving Cultures is going to change that with the “Women of the World Talk & Act” interactive conference as we celebrate International Women’s Day in style!This is the only event that you will find Fashion beacons such as Ann McCreath, Ajuma Naseyana, Politicians; Naisula Lesuda, Thespian and performers such as June Gachui, Emi Kitasako ( Japan), Temi Ogunyuko (USA), Salsa instructors such as Marion Munga, Photographers such as Georgina Goodwin and Writers such as Margaretta Gacheru and over 20 other iconic women sharing of themselves in one on one mentorship and facilitation, to grow the force and effect of women to positively impact Kenya and the world.
For more information on this event contact: wannyangerer@hotmail.com
Kenya Kite festival, Mar. 15 2015 @ Nairobi Polo Club
Kenya Kite festival is East & Central Africa’s premier kiting event, organized by Urban Live Events. It’s the second International kite festival in the continent after South Africa that brings together kite fliers, kite makers and kite enthusiasts from around the world.
Since inception in August 2012, the festival has grown to become a must attend outdoor family fun day event. Festival goers are treated to a one of a kind kiting experience that often includes exciting kiting stunts, competitions, aero show displays and lots of fun filled activities. The highlight being an amazing 20-30 feet show kite displays from professional kiters.
This year we will be holding the fourth edition of the Kenya Kite Festival and everyone’s invited. Be sure to bring your own kites to partake in some amateur kiting. Food, drinks and kites will be available for purchase.
For more information on this event contact us via email: info@kenyakitefestival.co.ke / info@urbanlive.co.ke
or call: 0737619473/20 2072945
Date: 15th March, 2015
Venue: Nairobi Polo Club
Time: 11am to 6pm
Entry: Advance: Ksh650 – Adults, Ksh350 – Children
Gate: Ksh800 at the Gate, Ksh500 – Children
Vagina Monologues, Mar. 8 2015 @ Alliance Francaise
Vagina Monologues is BACK just in time for the International Women’s Day. Catch the Show at Alliance Francaise on Sunday March 8th at 3pm and 6pm (TWO SHOWS ONLY) There are NEW candid and hilarious pieces that will keep you riveted to the edge of your seat.
The star-studded cast: Wanjiku Mburu, Veronicah Waceke, Maryanne Nungo, Milan Kantai, Muthoni Gathecha, Caroline Midimo,, Angel Waruinge and Valentine Ziki
Director: Carol Odongo-Boy.
Tickets @ Ksh. 500 Only.
Get your Tickets: MPESA Paybill No: 961700 Account No: 00520 (You will find your ticket at the door)
Ticket Hotlines: 0708 221 040 / 0703 356 631, Alliance Francaise reception (020 3340054 / 020 3340079)
All proceeds from this event will go to Tasaru Ntomonok Safehouse in Narok and Flone Initiative*
*Tasaru Ntomonok Safehouse in Narokis a local safe house for girls escaping FGM.
*Flone Initiative works with matatu drivers, touts and motor bike riders to deconstruct societal norms and acquired negative attitudes on women’s freedom.
JICC JSPS Panel Discussion, Mar. 6 2015 @ the Multi-Purpose Hall of the Japan Information & Culture Centre
Every year, the Japan Information and Culture Centre (JICC) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Nairobi Centre (JSPS) hold a symposium at the Embassy of Japan.
This year, the symposium is titled The Second Maasai Olympic — Competition for Wildlife Conservation?. To discuss this issue, they have invited Dr. Toshio Meguro (Tokyo University of Foreign Studies), Mr. Lekishon Kenana (Kenya Wildlife Service), Mr. Salaton Tome (Wildlife and environment conservation, Maasai Mara University) and Mr. Sontika Melok, a leader of Maasai youth as panelists.
The symposium will be held on Friday, March 06, 2015 from 1:30pm to 4:00pm at the Multi-Purpose Hall of the Japan Information & Culture Centre at the Embassy of Japan (Mara Road, Upper Hill).
Find attached PANEL DISCUSSION_JICC&JSPS [Pdf] the Embassy’s note concerning the event, including the program as well as the panelists.
In order to attend the symposium, kindly note that it will be necessary to register beforehand. To register, send an email with your name, ID Number and contact details to jinfocul@nb.mofa.go.jp or call 020-2898515.
Registration is strictly on a first come first served basis.
