Tuesday, August 28, 2012

SHEIKH ROGO WAS A DEAD MAN WALKING


Not to sound like a cynic but the guy was on the US terror list; sooner or later he was going to be gunned down. See what happened to Osama? Someone should have reminded Rogo that if you live by the sword, you`ll die by the sword. I sympathize with the family, but what surprises me is the kind of outrage his death sparked. One would expect that he be sent off in silence considering the kind of person he was, but instead the goons chose to torch churches and cause chaos. What kind of society have we turned into?
Am not saying one human`s life is more valuable than the other, but the man is dead and no amount of destruction will bring him back. Instead of destroying others, we should be thanking God for one less type of Rogo in our midst.

Am sure as a teacher he had his followers, but is “blind faith” the new fad in town? A religious leader in the days of old was one to be looked up to and emulated because he or she espoused the virtues of a society; but not anymore. Many have taken to the pulpits and madarasa`s to preach hate instead of holding up the society. When a man chooses a path that leads to destruction; when what brings them joy and purpose in life is the death of another; when all they speak, think and believe is the violent end of a society, sect or religious grouping; when that person loses their moral fiber and has no conscience, no value for life, theirs or another’s…..that person is not worth living. This kind of a person has sold their soul to the devil and they should be joined in eternal bliss……

Still………. he was a child of God, so I pray for his family; may God strengthen them and cause them to hold onto the hope that only lives in Christ… 

Monday, August 27, 2012

Tana RIver Massacre was a planned affair

If the headline in today`s Star newspaper is anything to go by, then we need to all speak in one voice that violence in whatever format shall not be tolerated no matter who you are in society. I am not surprised to learn that the whole thing was organised but what baffles me is why the culprits thought they could get away with it? Thank you technology for allowing us to go back in time and review data on our crimes or whatever else we chose to pass on to those that we communicate with on our cellphones, emails etc. This will go a long way in prosecuting the perpetrators as its their own words that will hang them.

This was organised crime and as such everyone who participated in whatever form or the other needs to pay. Only animals can be allowed to walk away after a heinous crime but even then they are locked up to avoid a repeat. These human beings of the lowest order need to pay dearly for butchering 52 people. How do they even sleep at night or even walk without wondering whether the ghosts of these individuals are following them.

I am just happy that they can get to the bottom of this. My only prayer is that the police does not drop the lid on this one. I love my country but am also aware of how it functions.

Thank you technology.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Kenyans celebrate Rudisha and Kitum

http://www.nation.co.ke/sports/-/1090/1475900/-/x6ltsrz/-/index.html


Victory is indeed sweet. It ignites a new kind of energy and pride that reminds one self that we can conquer the world. No, we don`t have many medals in our pouch but we have pride that no one can compare.  We celebrate Rudisha and Kitum for making Kenya proud. It feels good to be able to share in their victory. It`s not about the number of medals we have won but it`s what we do with what we have won. As China and the US lock horns on sports supremacy, Kenyans are content with their few victories. Am not saying that we should not aspire for greater heights or more victories, all am saying is, we appreciate what we have. We are proud of our athletes and am sure now the government will think of supporting them better and making sports (whatever kind) an option for career choice. 

In that moment when Rudisha clenches his fist almost saying...."who`s the man now" it feels as though we won all the games in the Olympics. Viva Rudisha, Viva Kenya….

The Third Side in a Conflict - Ted Talks

http://www.ted.com/talks/william_ury.html

Listening to this guy twice i wonder why simplicity is no longer appreciated. Conflict will always be around us - with us. It`s how we as the people who really never started the conflict choose to act. When the choice is right, their is a high probability that the conflict will fizzle. A group does not start a conflict; it`s always one person who leads and incites the pack.

How about stopping him/her on his tracks.

Think of any violence in the world, their was a point of return that people and mainly the third siders refused to take. At the point the conflict starts, what should we do? Be part of it or be the sense in the situation? think about it. The same applies in your relationships be it with your spouse of children or those cranky extended family members that you can`t stand?

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Nancy Baraza, pride comes before a fall!


I keep wondering why Baraza did not take the money and run? Kenyans have a short memory and with no time, some other big shot will have done something foolish to replace her in the headline. So once again I ask; why did Nancy Baraza chose to drug her name in the mud, in the name of proving her innocence? Really miss lady? How innocent does one think of themselves when you are sited in full view of other onlookers committing the said offence or when you go behind the scenes to conjure up evidence?

For a country that has very few women leaders in top influential positions you really know how to pull the rag right off under our feet. Just when we had whisked out our vuvuzelas to celebrate a milestone in Kenya`s history, you had to bring out the villager in you and your egotistical self. Why didn`t you think of the other women? When did the struggle become about you and not the women of this country?

I hope you have learnt your lesson. Either way I don`t think you could sink any more than you already have? All the best in your future endeavors....

Monday, August 6, 2012

WHY COMPETITION FOR OUR KENYAN RUNNERS IS HEALTHY


Kenya is renowned for its long distance runners who over the years have continually laid claim to the title (most of the time), not letting even the most enthusiastic taste the glory. The London Olympics are however painting a different picture of what the future looks like for our dear brothers; that this show will not be for Kenyans to dominate as the likes of Ethiopia steps in the scene. 

This should however not deter or worry us, but should encourage our brothers and sisters gifted in that area to strive for nothing short of the best.  In our own homeland, for a while, running was the preserve of the Kalenjins and Kipsigis and you know…their kin; but this trend has changed with other tribes traditionally not considered runners entering the race.  I therefore think that in the same manner we can welcome Ethiopia and any other country that is interested to go ahead and compete…..and may the best man/woman win.
Am not an athlete, heck I don`t even go to the gym but I know that with practice we can get better at what we do. I know that, Kenya not getting gold medals in most of the long distance races have got many like me wondering …are we losing our “thingi?” But I will take heart because ….i believe it was written by some person in history….that Kenya`s thingi will be running and will be crowned for that (ok wishful thinking) but at least, it makes me have hope.

In other news, like many other observers i`d like to take issue with the Olympics organizers; some of the sports one has to compete in are ridiculous for Africans, let alone Kenyans. How in heavens name do they expect Anyango in Kisumu to do gymnastics or our sisters in luhya land let alone our Nigerian sisters to attempt the same? I think Africans need to come up with games that take into consideration the African physique and enter them in the Olympics. Any wonder that swimming is represented by the Dunford brothers? Not sure  if being white or light skinned has anything to do with it, but the Olympics should be considerate and either have some of these games competed separately or Africans to just get with it, eat less and go discover new games. 

Either way, the diversity of the Olympics games, I think is its down fall.