When did you last go to a store? A few minutes ago may be? The store is a good example of how dependant business is on technology. It’s integration into a business causes efficiency and generally profitability, at various levels. In our own context, we might need to ask ourselves whether this has been realized and if not what are the reasons. Peter Wakasiaka of IAT tried to answer these questions in an interview on KTN’s Enterprise Kenya.
He said that there is need for awareness. Entrepreneurs need to know the benefits of integrating technology into their business. The best was to see this is by looking at the long term. For instance, it might cost to buy software to run some operations of the business, but in the long run, that will save on salaries.
He also explored on the benefits of using locally developed software. We do understand our needs better, and local developers are thus in a position to develop what is most ideal for us here. A system developed from outside may sometimes require much work in customizing it in order to cater for the need it’s meant to solve. We need to encourage the adaptation and development of Kenyan based software. This is good for the industry and the economy as well.
Business Tips: How to Earn From Your Talent
This is a common part of the program. The tips this time, involves helping someone utilize their talents for a vocation. It is important to ask yourself these questions:
1.What is your talent? What is it that you love doing or find it that you can start?
2.Find a way to market it. If you are into music, you could for instance find approaches some places to book for gigs
3.Think about what it is worth to you: You must value your talent.
4.Work on what you want to pursue especially if you’re not good at it. You need to take time to develop it
5.Find your own style (everyone has their unique was of bringing out what it is they do). By discovering this an individual can create for themselves a niche
6.Don’t wait for something ‘ideal’ to happen in order to get started: start with what your have and work your way up
7.Write down your ambitions (what’s written is already half done)
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Julia Confronting Her Mother at School (Tahidi High, Citizen TV)
According to Sish, exchanging a business card is as good as kissing. She reports the ‘kissing incident’ to Julia who goes ahead to confront her mother, and much to the shock of some ‘observers’, that’s OJ and Sish, slaps her mother on the face. Miss Morgan happens to be watching too, in disbelief.
It later emerges that Julia’s parents are divorcing. As you watch her plead with her mother, “Please don’t leave us…I’m sure you can work it out”, your heart cannot help going out to a young person in her position. Experts would tell us that a family breaking apart is one of the most painful experiences. What this does to the children is devastating.
What if someone’s decision is to blame for this? It’s possible to feel anger and frustration towards such a person, yet many people think it’s acceptable to cheat on a spouse. Before someone looks at this issue as casually as the society is gravitating towards, it might help to take a good look at your family, which you value (assuming you do), and know that you could be writing a sentence to its demise, and permanently affect other peoples lives, whom you claimed to care about, for good! Quite sobering, isn’t it?
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It later emerges that Julia’s parents are divorcing. As you watch her plead with her mother, “Please don’t leave us…I’m sure you can work it out”, your heart cannot help going out to a young person in her position. Experts would tell us that a family breaking apart is one of the most painful experiences. What this does to the children is devastating.
What if someone’s decision is to blame for this? It’s possible to feel anger and frustration towards such a person, yet many people think it’s acceptable to cheat on a spouse. Before someone looks at this issue as casually as the society is gravitating towards, it might help to take a good look at your family, which you value (assuming you do), and know that you could be writing a sentence to its demise, and permanently affect other peoples lives, whom you claimed to care about, for good! Quite sobering, isn’t it?
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Hellon to Appear on Crosstalk @ 8PM on Family TV
Most people believe that Finger of God, headed by Hellon, is a cult. He however doesn’t think so. In a snapshot of the interview, Hellon challenges anyone to come out in the open, open the bible side by side, and “not call the media while I’m not there…”, He says. Being a Christian station, it will be interesting to hear his biblical doctrine, his perspective on what is being said about him and the recent very controversial events.
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Post Election Violence Report on Inside Story (KTN)
From KTN’s Inside Story report on post election violence, its evident that Kenyans cannot leave anything to chance. For instance, the channels that were used to put arms in the wrong hands are still open. It’s so shocking that some high ranking people have been involved in this and other vices that fueled the violence.
The government needs to see the seriousness, and determine to put a stop to this, provide justice to the victims and implement the reform agenda.
We as Kenyans have a role to play. We must refuse negative ethnicity, and preach the same. We must see each other as brothers and sisters, and anything that says otherwise should not be given any chance. This has to start with an individual. We need to pray for this nation. We cannot sit back in assumption. We have to be proactive.
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The government needs to see the seriousness, and determine to put a stop to this, provide justice to the victims and implement the reform agenda.
We as Kenyans have a role to play. We must refuse negative ethnicity, and preach the same. We must see each other as brothers and sisters, and anything that says otherwise should not be given any chance. This has to start with an individual. We need to pray for this nation. We cannot sit back in assumption. We have to be proactive.
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Business, Investment and the Future of Kenya on Eye Witness Business (K24)
What do we want to see in Kenya? We could have dozens of answers for this question: better living standards, improved security, poverty eradication, access to better health care, more opportunities, improved infrastructure, increased literacy levels and the list goes on. Where does the realization of these begin? Business: entrepreneurship and investment holds the key to the answer. The two have to be brought together. The fusion of resources and business ventures must happen.
Emerging Markets Investments Club (EMIC) are on a mission. This is a consortium of various stakeholders – investors, entrepreneurs, and even government who come together, share information on how to take this country forward. A major aim is to create human capital and build capacity among entrepreneurs. This is what we need to make things work for us.
Dr. Karanja of EMIC insists that our perception towards business and entrepreneurship needs to change. We must have the attitude that ‘it’s possible’; it can be done. We have a lot of potential; ideas that can transform people’s lives, and believing that we can change things to be what we want them to be, is important in order to take our ideas to the next level. We might not have all the infrastructure required to do it, unlike in the developed nations, but we can start with what we got. We can start now, and not wait for the sweet by and by, or for somebody else to come from outside to help us do it.
Asked about his take on the Vision 2030, James Kairu the founder of EMIC supports it and maintains that we can utilize it to change things. We should all come together, as we ask ourselves how this can be achieved. We must also ensure that it’s free from any political motivation.
We also need to be action oriented. Actualization is where the rubber meets the road. EMIC is active on this aspect and is having various initiatives involved in training entrepreneurs, providing mechanisms for mobilization for funding of ventures and ideas, particularly private equity and venture capital. I personally believe this is the fuel that we need to launch this country onto an economic progression.
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Emerging Markets Investments Club (EMIC) are on a mission. This is a consortium of various stakeholders – investors, entrepreneurs, and even government who come together, share information on how to take this country forward. A major aim is to create human capital and build capacity among entrepreneurs. This is what we need to make things work for us.
Dr. Karanja of EMIC insists that our perception towards business and entrepreneurship needs to change. We must have the attitude that ‘it’s possible’; it can be done. We have a lot of potential; ideas that can transform people’s lives, and believing that we can change things to be what we want them to be, is important in order to take our ideas to the next level. We might not have all the infrastructure required to do it, unlike in the developed nations, but we can start with what we got. We can start now, and not wait for the sweet by and by, or for somebody else to come from outside to help us do it.
Asked about his take on the Vision 2030, James Kairu the founder of EMIC supports it and maintains that we can utilize it to change things. We should all come together, as we ask ourselves how this can be achieved. We must also ensure that it’s free from any political motivation.
We also need to be action oriented. Actualization is where the rubber meets the road. EMIC is active on this aspect and is having various initiatives involved in training entrepreneurs, providing mechanisms for mobilization for funding of ventures and ideas, particularly private equity and venture capital. I personally believe this is the fuel that we need to launch this country onto an economic progression.
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Friday, March 5, 2010
Launch of Ihub on Financial Markets Live (KTN)
Launching of Ihub was quite phenomenon for the technical community. The fact that KTN gave it such a good coverage and substantial air time on Financial Markets live was quite encouraging.
Ihub creates a platform for Kenyan software and web developers as well other techies to meet and collaborate to bring out various innovations. The facility is equipped with a host of resources including fast internet provided by KDN and Zuku.
Such initiative a good step in the right direction, where encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship as a whole is given the platform to bloom and flourish. I’m sure phenomenon things will come out as a result of this. Many kudos to the team responsible for conception and realization of this dream! We all owe it to them. We can only hope that many entities will emulate this example for greater good.
Can find out more on Ihub at http://www.ihub.co.ke
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Ihub creates a platform for Kenyan software and web developers as well other techies to meet and collaborate to bring out various innovations. The facility is equipped with a host of resources including fast internet provided by KDN and Zuku.
Such initiative a good step in the right direction, where encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship as a whole is given the platform to bloom and flourish. I’m sure phenomenon things will come out as a result of this. Many kudos to the team responsible for conception and realization of this dream! We all owe it to them. We can only hope that many entities will emulate this example for greater good.
Can find out more on Ihub at http://www.ihub.co.ke
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Esther Adongo Timberlake; Who Did This to Her?!
The tale surrounding Esther Arunga (as we know her, whose last name she has vehemently revoked), started out as drama, evolved into a disturbing puzzle mixed with disappointment, but that seems to be settling, unfortunately into a sad conclusion; very sad indeed; if you don’t think so, just for a moment put yourself in her parents shoes. And so many people did look up to her.
But leaving that for a moment, I’ve posted severally concerning this matter, and every time, trying to be optimistic and as defending as I can. But as of now, I can only say one thing: I’m done! So are many concerned Kenyans I believe. Not with Esther really; I believe she’s dealing with something that she seems to have no control over, what ever it is, I don’t know.
This rule has been tried and tested, and it really sobers me up: when you think everyone else is wrong but you, that should be a red flag right there. We’ve all been suspecting something going wrong, and felt that it will come out sooner or later. Well, the writing is on the wall; finally, it has come out!
I don’t at all wish to get into the relationship obscurity; I’d only pray that poor Wilson will have the strength to move on. However, I can’t leave without saying this: honoring parents is not a choice, unless the bible is the most foreign book to you. The single thought of taking them to court, for the simple reason of caring for you, so much enough to get the best professional help in the country, is not honor. Anyone can figure that out.
Now, this is my problem: Esther is under spiritual guidance. However, despite the big mistakes that she’s been making, that are so obvious (who would sue their parents for the ‘mistake’ of loving them!?), nothing seems to be bothering her spiritual leadership. Jesus Christ said, “You’ll know them by their fruits”. The fruits are all too evident. If I were in the same church or organization, I would run for my life!!
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But leaving that for a moment, I’ve posted severally concerning this matter, and every time, trying to be optimistic and as defending as I can. But as of now, I can only say one thing: I’m done! So are many concerned Kenyans I believe. Not with Esther really; I believe she’s dealing with something that she seems to have no control over, what ever it is, I don’t know.
This rule has been tried and tested, and it really sobers me up: when you think everyone else is wrong but you, that should be a red flag right there. We’ve all been suspecting something going wrong, and felt that it will come out sooner or later. Well, the writing is on the wall; finally, it has come out!
I don’t at all wish to get into the relationship obscurity; I’d only pray that poor Wilson will have the strength to move on. However, I can’t leave without saying this: honoring parents is not a choice, unless the bible is the most foreign book to you. The single thought of taking them to court, for the simple reason of caring for you, so much enough to get the best professional help in the country, is not honor. Anyone can figure that out.
Now, this is my problem: Esther is under spiritual guidance. However, despite the big mistakes that she’s been making, that are so obvious (who would sue their parents for the ‘mistake’ of loving them!?), nothing seems to be bothering her spiritual leadership. Jesus Christ said, “You’ll know them by their fruits”. The fruits are all too evident. If I were in the same church or organization, I would run for my life!!
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Esther Arunga Loosing Her Chaguo la Teeniez Award Nomination: Was it Justified?
Most of us watched closely the recent turn of events involving former KTN News anchor Esther Arunga that were quite complicated. It was marked by her drastic decisions she made, and that’s what left many questions in people’s minds. It is obvious that some decisions we make come at a cost, but could Esther have had too much than she bargained for? For instance, for someone like her, walking near a police cell, let alone being in one, would have been a strange piece. Now she can tell you a thing or two about it.
But her woes are far from over. Having been a darling and a good example to many, she had been nominated for the Chaguo la Teeniez award, which votes on the best role model; almost has a tag on her! But that is no more, and she has been replaced. My nagging question is, was this justified? I believe that one event cannot change who you are. It shouldn’t be fair to entirely rely on it in judging someone.
So who has replaced Esther for the nomination, you must be asking. Well, someone you know very well, that's Michael Joseph, Safaricom's CEO. Could someone educate me more on this award please?
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But her woes are far from over. Having been a darling and a good example to many, she had been nominated for the Chaguo la Teeniez award, which votes on the best role model; almost has a tag on her! But that is no more, and she has been replaced. My nagging question is, was this justified? I believe that one event cannot change who you are. It shouldn’t be fair to entirely rely on it in judging someone.
So who has replaced Esther for the nomination, you must be asking. Well, someone you know very well, that's Michael Joseph, Safaricom's CEO. Could someone educate me more on this award please?
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Monday, March 1, 2010
Mother in-law on Citizen TV @ 7.35PM Sundays
It is said that when the Mother-in law is coming to stay, that even the mice throw themselves on the traps! Meet the Mwamba's and meet the larger- than- life- Mother in law who has decided to set camp at her son's home. As usual,….driving everyone especially his wife Alison up the bend.Detested by some, adored by others...that is Charity! Always up to some plot to have her way...and as the two women battle it out to prove who is the alpha-woman, will Alison's gloves come off?..Will Charity's visit to her son's home ever end? Laughter, tears, the expected and the unexpected are all in abundance at the Mwamba's ...where the drama never stops…
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Tahidi High on Citizen TV @ 7.35 Tuesdays
An action packed high school drama, full of intrigue, love, infighting as well as the usual battle of the sexes. Based on a high-class secondary school, Tahidi High brings to fore the daily conflicts between teachers, students and parents in a typical Kenyan setting. It’s a story about students' struggle to tackle life's dilemmas and challenges and teachers struggling to bring sanity to the institution and those within it.
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