September 26, 2010
September 25, 2010
Officially opened Maize Quality Standards Conference.
Officially opened Maize Quality Standards Conference.
At Closing session of Women Democrats workshop of ODM-K.
At Closing session of Women Democrats workshop of ODM-K.
September 24, 2010
Interview of Oduor, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Oduor, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Mohammed, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Mohammed, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Marion, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Marion, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Kimtai, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Kimtai, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Katui, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Katui, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Jacob, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Jacob, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Grace, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Grace, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of George, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of George, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Evans, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Evans, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Interview of Alice, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus
Interview of Alice, one of the beneficiary of Scholarship to Cyprus courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
September 22, 2010
Sending off of 2nd batch of students to Cyprus on scholarship courtesy of The Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation.
Eleven students who received scholarships from Cyprian government through the Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation leave the country today for Nicosia, Cyprus, where they will pursue various degrees in different universities. The scholarship programme has also helped eight other students who are about to complete their studies in Cyprus as the new lot arrive to start their four year studies.
Bidding farewell to the students at his Jogoo House Office, today, Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka thanked the Cyprian government for the scholarship, saying it had provided opportunities for many Kenyan youth to pursue further studies.
Mr. Musyoka advised the students to study hard and realize their career aspirations, saying success can only be realized through commitment and hard work.
He urged them to maintain high standards of discipline and to be good ambassadors for Kenya so that more education scholarship may be extended to other needy students in future.
“While in Nicosia I would like you to be good students, pursue your courses seriously and strive to look for more friends from other areas and possible career opportunities available as the world is rapidly turning a global village,” VP. The Vice President described life away from home country as challenging, noting that a person has a chance to meet people of different cultures, religion and languages besides new climatic conditions. He however urged them to utilize such challenges positively for their benefit and to avoid activities that may jeopardize their studies and other opportunities in life.
Mr. Musyoka appealed to the government of Cyprus to consider offering employment opportunities to Kenyan students to enable them earn some income for maintenance as they study.
Congratulating the students, the Cyprus High Commissioner to Kenya, Agis Loizou, hailed the existing cordial relationship between Kenya and Cyprus terming it historical. The envoy said his country will continue to collaborate in many spheres beneficial to the two people. He said in the past Cyprus has assisted many students from humble background to pursue education and training in Cyprus and will continue to assist where possible.
Bidding farewell to the students at his Jogoo House Office, today, Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka thanked the Cyprian government for the scholarship, saying it had provided opportunities for many Kenyan youth to pursue further studies.
Mr. Musyoka advised the students to study hard and realize their career aspirations, saying success can only be realized through commitment and hard work.
He urged them to maintain high standards of discipline and to be good ambassadors for Kenya so that more education scholarship may be extended to other needy students in future.
“While in Nicosia I would like you to be good students, pursue your courses seriously and strive to look for more friends from other areas and possible career opportunities available as the world is rapidly turning a global village,” VP. The Vice President described life away from home country as challenging, noting that a person has a chance to meet people of different cultures, religion and languages besides new climatic conditions. He however urged them to utilize such challenges positively for their benefit and to avoid activities that may jeopardize their studies and other opportunities in life.
Mr. Musyoka appealed to the government of Cyprus to consider offering employment opportunities to Kenyan students to enable them earn some income for maintenance as they study.
Congratulating the students, the Cyprus High Commissioner to Kenya, Agis Loizou, hailed the existing cordial relationship between Kenya and Cyprus terming it historical. The envoy said his country will continue to collaborate in many spheres beneficial to the two people. He said in the past Cyprus has assisted many students from humble background to pursue education and training in Cyprus and will continue to assist where possible.
September 20, 2010
Campaigning for George Thuo at Thika Stadium for Juja Constituency by-election.
Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has cautioned wananchi against falling prey to those who were out to lure them through financial handout but instead to vote wisely for a leader who they will be proud of. He appealed to Juja electorates to turn up inn large numbers n the polling day and elect Thuo, saying Thuo had demonstrated quality leadership evident by CDF utilization so far.
"We need George to help us in the implementation task of the new constitution, parliament will pay a major role in this process and we need people who are well conversant with parliamentary procedures and Thu is the right choice, " Mr. Musyoka added. The Vice President said a win for Mr. Thuo will be a win for President Kibaki's PNU Coalition thus enhancing the party's parliamentary strength.
Speakers at the stadium made passionate appeal to the Juja constituents to give another chance to Mr. Thuo t enable him continue with the many development projects he had initiated.
"We need George to help us in the implementation task of the new constitution, parliament will pay a major role in this process and we need people who are well conversant with parliamentary procedures and Thu is the right choice, " Mr. Musyoka added. The Vice President said a win for Mr. Thuo will be a win for President Kibaki's PNU Coalition thus enhancing the party's parliamentary strength.
Speakers at the stadium made passionate appeal to the Juja constituents to give another chance to Mr. Thuo t enable him continue with the many development projects he had initiated.
At home-coming ceremony of David Lekuta Rudisha held at Kilgoris township.
Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka was today among thousands of people who attended the homecoming ceremony of the 800 metres world record holder David Lekuta Rudisha held at Kilgoris township in Trans Mara district.
Mr. Musyoka said the Government appreciates the role played by sporting activities in promoting tourism among other development activities in the country.
The Vice President said it is high time the ministry of Youth and Sports enlists the names of all the athletes in the country so that their efforts can be recognized by Kenyans in the role they play in building the nation.
"It is time the ministry enlists the names of all the athletes in the country so that Kenyans can know them and recognize their efforts in the nation building," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mr. Musyoka said there is need for a centre to be established to ensure the welfare of the athletes upon their retirement from sporting activities.
The Vice President urged Kenyans to cultivate the culture of brotherliness and avoid engaging in activities which can create hatred and animosity among themselves.
"Kenyans should regard each other as brothers and sisters and respect each others opinion if we are to forge ahead as people of one nation," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mr. Musyoka said the Government appreciates the role played by sporting activities in promoting tourism among other development activities in the country.
The Vice President said it is high time the ministry of Youth and Sports enlists the names of all the athletes in the country so that their efforts can be recognized by Kenyans in the role they play in building the nation.
"It is time the ministry enlists the names of all the athletes in the country so that Kenyans can know them and recognize their efforts in the nation building," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mr. Musyoka said there is need for a centre to be established to ensure the welfare of the athletes upon their retirement from sporting activities.
The Vice President urged Kenyans to cultivate the culture of brotherliness and avoid engaging in activities which can create hatred and animosity among themselves.
"Kenyans should regard each other as brothers and sisters and respect each others opinion if we are to forge ahead as people of one nation," said Mr. Musyoka.
September 18, 2010
35th Anniversary of Transforming Lives in Kenya by World Vision.
The government will continue partnering with Non GovernmentalOrganizations (NGO) to fight poverty, provision of education and health care among other needs, Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has said.
He noted that the government recognized the role being played by NGOs in supplementing its efforts in development, saying the government cannot do everything for its citizens.
The Vice President made the remarks today during the 35th anniversary of Transforming lives in Kenya by World Vision at their offices in Karen, Nairobi. He commended the organization for giving Kenyans hope in their lives.
World Vision is an International Christian humanitarian development and advocacy organization which has since 1974 been working among vulnerable communities in Kenya through funding various projects.
On the new constitution, Mr. Musyoka said it recognized the equality and all the rights of children including those who are disabled.
“Disability is not inability” he added.
He thanked all the collaborators and donors of WV for their continued support to Kenyans.
The Vice President said the government was committed to implementing the new constitution and challenged Kenyans to support its success. Mr. Musyoka noted that Kenyans had already started identifying themselves with the counties which will be the centres of regionaladministration and service people.
Present were the WV National Director, Mr. Girma Begashaw, Board Chairperson Dr. Rachel Masake, Past Chairmen Mr. Sam Muumbi and James Mageria, Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit and Board Members among other dignitaries.
He noted that the government recognized the role being played by NGOs in supplementing its efforts in development, saying the government cannot do everything for its citizens.
The Vice President made the remarks today during the 35th anniversary of Transforming lives in Kenya by World Vision at their offices in Karen, Nairobi. He commended the organization for giving Kenyans hope in their lives.
World Vision is an International Christian humanitarian development and advocacy organization which has since 1974 been working among vulnerable communities in Kenya through funding various projects.
On the new constitution, Mr. Musyoka said it recognized the equality and all the rights of children including those who are disabled.
“Disability is not inability” he added.
He thanked all the collaborators and donors of WV for their continued support to Kenyans.
The Vice President said the government was committed to implementing the new constitution and challenged Kenyans to support its success. Mr. Musyoka noted that Kenyans had already started identifying themselves with the counties which will be the centres of regionaladministration and service people.
Present were the WV National Director, Mr. Girma Begashaw, Board Chairperson Dr. Rachel Masake, Past Chairmen Mr. Sam Muumbi and James Mageria, Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit and Board Members among other dignitaries.
September 15, 2010
Toured the Mwingi Market
H.E. Kalonzo Musytoka tours the Mwingi Market in his Mwingi North Constituency.
| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, visits a building burned down recently in Mwingi town. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, walks along Mwingi streets. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, tours the Mwingi Market. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, with his constituents in Mwingi Town. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, walks along Mwingi streets. |
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| Vice President, H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka, walks along Mwingi streets. |
At Ithumbi shopping centre, Mwingi North.
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| H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka meets and shares with his constituents at Ithumbi shopping centre in his Mwingi North Constituency. |
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| H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka meets and shares with his constituents at Ithumbi shopping centre in his Mwingi North Constituency. |
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| H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka meets and shares with his constituents at Ithumbi shopping centre in his Mwingi North Constituency. |
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| H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka meets and shares with his constituents at Ithumbi shopping centre in his Mwingi North Constituency. |
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| H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka meets and shares with his constituents at Ithumbi shopping centre in his Mwingi North Constituency. |
September 13, 2010
Met Mt. Elgon District leaders' delegation at Yatta home.
The endorsement of a new constitution will greatly benefit the minority communities who have been fighting for their rights since independence, Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has said.
Mr. Musyoka said the passage of the new law marked a historic event in the country’s history and promises a new hope to minority communities and other groups who for years have been fighting for a new constitution that would protect their rights and address historical injustices.
Addressing a delegation of leaders from Mt. Elgon district who made a courtesy call on him at his Yatta home on Saturday evening, Mr. Musyoka said the approval of the new constitution reflects the desire of the Kenyan people to put their country on a path towards improved governance, greater stability and increased prosperity.
The Vice President said the new law provides the indigenous people an opportunity to claim their rights based on various issues including cultural diversity and expression, human rights, land, environment and natural resources, and ensure the equitable sharing of the accruing benefits.
"With the new laws in place, rights of ancestral land are protected," said Mr. Musyoka.
Noting that people in Mt. Elgon among other areas in the country have lost lives and property due to clashes over land ownership, the Vice president said that the new constitution addresses historical land issues and protects indigenous communities land from exploitation and disposition by any group of persons.
Mr. Musyoka who is also the Home Affairs Minister urged Kenyans to shun divisive politics that could create hatred and animosity among peace loving people.
He said Kenyans should not allow some few individuals with selfish interests to divide them along tribal and party lines, saying such a move could bring hatred and divide Kenyans.
"Everybody should think of how we are going to build one nation and respect each other," the Vice President said.
The Vice President said Kenyans should participate in peace-building to avoid a repeat of the 2008 post-election violence, adding that peace-building was not a preserve of the government and that the public should fully participate in it and own the process.
He said there is need for all leaders to take a common stand and explore ways and means of ensuring that poverty which is the main problem facing the country is confronted.
The Vice President singled out sporting activities as one of the areas that have greatly improved living standards among the youth.
"Our athletes come home with 100 million dollars which is about 8 billion shillings. It is through sports that the youth can greatly improve their living standards," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mr. Musyoka said it is only through the fight against corruption that the high poverty levels could be reduced, saying the new constitution will address such issues.
"You should know that in leadership, leaders differ in opinion but they are together in matters pertaining to development. We now do not have room to engage in politics of hatred," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mwala MP, Rev. Daniel Muoki, said the Kamba community is firmly behind the Vice President and dismissed a group of leaders claiming that the community is divided going by the recent referendum results.
"The Kamba community is now united than ever. Nobody should cheat you or have doubts that the Kamba is divided,’’ said Rev. Muoki.
The Mt. Elgon leaders led by former MP Wilberforce Kisiero commended the role played by Mr. Musyoka in restoring law and order during the 2008 post election violence.
Mr. Kisiero who read a memorandum on their behalf said the community should be represented when the Government forms the land commission.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=119
Mr. Musyoka said the passage of the new law marked a historic event in the country’s history and promises a new hope to minority communities and other groups who for years have been fighting for a new constitution that would protect their rights and address historical injustices.
Addressing a delegation of leaders from Mt. Elgon district who made a courtesy call on him at his Yatta home on Saturday evening, Mr. Musyoka said the approval of the new constitution reflects the desire of the Kenyan people to put their country on a path towards improved governance, greater stability and increased prosperity.
The Vice President said the new law provides the indigenous people an opportunity to claim their rights based on various issues including cultural diversity and expression, human rights, land, environment and natural resources, and ensure the equitable sharing of the accruing benefits.
"With the new laws in place, rights of ancestral land are protected," said Mr. Musyoka.
Noting that people in Mt. Elgon among other areas in the country have lost lives and property due to clashes over land ownership, the Vice president said that the new constitution addresses historical land issues and protects indigenous communities land from exploitation and disposition by any group of persons.
Mr. Musyoka who is also the Home Affairs Minister urged Kenyans to shun divisive politics that could create hatred and animosity among peace loving people.
He said Kenyans should not allow some few individuals with selfish interests to divide them along tribal and party lines, saying such a move could bring hatred and divide Kenyans.
"Everybody should think of how we are going to build one nation and respect each other," the Vice President said.
The Vice President said Kenyans should participate in peace-building to avoid a repeat of the 2008 post-election violence, adding that peace-building was not a preserve of the government and that the public should fully participate in it and own the process.
He said there is need for all leaders to take a common stand and explore ways and means of ensuring that poverty which is the main problem facing the country is confronted.
The Vice President singled out sporting activities as one of the areas that have greatly improved living standards among the youth.
"Our athletes come home with 100 million dollars which is about 8 billion shillings. It is through sports that the youth can greatly improve their living standards," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mr. Musyoka said it is only through the fight against corruption that the high poverty levels could be reduced, saying the new constitution will address such issues.
"You should know that in leadership, leaders differ in opinion but they are together in matters pertaining to development. We now do not have room to engage in politics of hatred," said Mr. Musyoka.
Mwala MP, Rev. Daniel Muoki, said the Kamba community is firmly behind the Vice President and dismissed a group of leaders claiming that the community is divided going by the recent referendum results.
"The Kamba community is now united than ever. Nobody should cheat you or have doubts that the Kamba is divided,’’ said Rev. Muoki.
The Mt. Elgon leaders led by former MP Wilberforce Kisiero commended the role played by Mr. Musyoka in restoring law and order during the 2008 post election violence.
Mr. Kisiero who read a memorandum on their behalf said the community should be represented when the Government forms the land commission.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=119
At Mwea Classic Marathon 2nd Edition prize giving and closing ceremony.
Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has assured Kenyans that Parliament will play its critical role of helping the country achieve a new constitution and usher in the Second Republic by facilitating the implementation of the new law through debate and passage of the requisite legislation.
Mr. Musyoka said he was optimistic that MPs will put aside their differences and ensure the implementation of the new constitution through debate and passage of the requisite legislation.
Speaking when he presided over the Mwea Classic Marathon, 2nd Edition’s prize giving and closing ceremony held at Mwea Boys Secondary School, Mr. Musyoka urged the legislators to put aside their political differences and work together in ensuring the implementation of the new constitution.
Present were local MP Peter Gitau, Limuru MP Peter Mwati as well as nominated MP Mohammed Affey.
The Vice President said leaders should take a common stand in solving the issues affecting judges, the provincial administration among other government departments as far as the new constitution is concerned and stop being suspicious of each other while handling such matters.
The Vice President at the same time said the Government recognizes the vital role played by the youth in transforming the country.
He said beyond the obvious health and physical benefits, sports generally imbue in us the spirit of team work.
He said it was about trust and responsibility and about dealing with success and failure, adding that sports help people to cope with pressure and the need to stick to training discipline in order to improve performance.
Mr. Musyoka said that sports also bring benefits to communities through improved health and education, rehabilitation, crime prevention and gender equality.
He assured residents of Mwea that everything possible is being done to improve the prices of rice as the only way to boost their morale.
He congratulated the organizers of the event, among them the patron of the Mwea Classic Marathon organizing committee, Mr. Michael Waweru, for their efforts to ensuring that the youths through the programme improved their living standards.
He promised that the Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation will be part of the event come next year.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=118.
Mr. Musyoka said he was optimistic that MPs will put aside their differences and ensure the implementation of the new constitution through debate and passage of the requisite legislation.
Speaking when he presided over the Mwea Classic Marathon, 2nd Edition’s prize giving and closing ceremony held at Mwea Boys Secondary School, Mr. Musyoka urged the legislators to put aside their political differences and work together in ensuring the implementation of the new constitution.
Present were local MP Peter Gitau, Limuru MP Peter Mwati as well as nominated MP Mohammed Affey.
The Vice President said leaders should take a common stand in solving the issues affecting judges, the provincial administration among other government departments as far as the new constitution is concerned and stop being suspicious of each other while handling such matters.
The Vice President at the same time said the Government recognizes the vital role played by the youth in transforming the country.
He said beyond the obvious health and physical benefits, sports generally imbue in us the spirit of team work.
He said it was about trust and responsibility and about dealing with success and failure, adding that sports help people to cope with pressure and the need to stick to training discipline in order to improve performance.
Mr. Musyoka said that sports also bring benefits to communities through improved health and education, rehabilitation, crime prevention and gender equality.
He assured residents of Mwea that everything possible is being done to improve the prices of rice as the only way to boost their morale.
He congratulated the organizers of the event, among them the patron of the Mwea Classic Marathon organizing committee, Mr. Michael Waweru, for their efforts to ensuring that the youths through the programme improved their living standards.
He promised that the Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation will be part of the event come next year.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=118.
September 9, 2010
Presented UK President's Scholarship Awards.
H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka presented UK President's Scholarship awards at a function held at Brookhouse School, Nairobi.
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| VP Presents the UK President’s scholarship certificate to Irene Njeri at Brookhouse School, Nairobi. |
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| VP, with Irene Njeri and Brookhouse Directors at the School. |
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| VP addresses during the UK President’s scholarship ceremony at Brookhouse School, Nairobi. |
Met Global Board of the National Democratic Institute (NDI).
Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka today assured that parliament will take up the Parliamentary Oversight Constitution implementation Committee immediately it is back from recess to fast track the new constitution implementation process.
He at the same time urged the international community to partner with Kenya in the implementation process saying the exercise will require huge amounts of resources particularly the establishment of county governments.
Mr. Musyoka spoke during a breakfast meeting with the Global Board of the National Democratic Institute (NDI) led by the Chair, former US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and former Senate majority leader Tom Daschle at SerenaHotel, Nairobi.
The Vice President said time of implementing the constitution is of essence since the government does not want to let down Kenyans who are enthusiastic to see the new constitution in operation.
“Time is of essence and we must ensure that all the necessary structures are put in place before the 2012 general elections”, Mr. Musyoka said.
Albright advised Kenyans to come up with quick wins in the implementation process by passing a few crucial enabling laws immediately to encourage Kenyans that the process has begun.
She paid tribute to Kenyans for conducting a peaceful and successful constitution referendum which was applauded the world over.
The Vice President assured the delegation that Kenya has made great progress in the fight against corruption and the implementation of various reforms under the Agenda 4, and should therefore be assisted to access the Millennium Challenge Account to boost the economy.
He said under Agenda 4 the government had already formed the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission (TJRC) and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to ensure justice and reconciliation following the 2007 post- poll violence.
Mr. Daschle noted that Kenya will face many challenges in setting out the county governments but assured that the international partners will stand with her.
Click link to view pictures. http://mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=113.
He at the same time urged the international community to partner with Kenya in the implementation process saying the exercise will require huge amounts of resources particularly the establishment of county governments.
Mr. Musyoka spoke during a breakfast meeting with the Global Board of the National Democratic Institute (NDI) led by the Chair, former US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and former Senate majority leader Tom Daschle at SerenaHotel, Nairobi.
The Vice President said time of implementing the constitution is of essence since the government does not want to let down Kenyans who are enthusiastic to see the new constitution in operation.
“Time is of essence and we must ensure that all the necessary structures are put in place before the 2012 general elections”, Mr. Musyoka said.
Albright advised Kenyans to come up with quick wins in the implementation process by passing a few crucial enabling laws immediately to encourage Kenyans that the process has begun.
She paid tribute to Kenyans for conducting a peaceful and successful constitution referendum which was applauded the world over.
The Vice President assured the delegation that Kenya has made great progress in the fight against corruption and the implementation of various reforms under the Agenda 4, and should therefore be assisted to access the Millennium Challenge Account to boost the economy.
He said under Agenda 4 the government had already formed the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission (TJRC) and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to ensure justice and reconciliation following the 2007 post- poll violence.
Mr. Daschle noted that Kenya will face many challenges in setting out the county governments but assured that the international partners will stand with her.
Click link to view pictures. http://mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=113.
August 30, 2010
Speech of H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka during promulgation of Constitution at Uhuru Park, Nairobi.
Your Excellency Honourable Mwai Kibaki President & Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kenya
All visiting Heads of States and Governments
The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, Raila Odinga
The Speaker of the National Assembly Hon Kenneth Marende
The Chief Justice Hon Evans Gicheru
Cabinet Ministers and Assistant Ministers
Members of |Parliament
Distinguished Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
Wakenya Wenzangu.
It is tremendous privilege and honor that I stand here and salute you all on this very special occasion as we celebrate the inauguration of a new constitution of our Republic. This day is historic. It marks the beginning of a new era in the life of our great country. And for this significant achievement, I say thank you to God, and to Fellow Kenyans – Congratulations! Hongera Sana! We have emerged triumphant.
We can now look back with satisfaction at how much we have over the past decade consulted each other about how best our society should be governed. We have in the process written and re-written numerous drafts of our constitution until we overwhelmingly approved the final edition in a public referendum early this month, paving the way to this day’s celebration.
Many countries around the world have moved forward to set the stage for a brighter future for their people. For us Kenyans, this day marks the beginning of our renaissance. We have taken the first – indeed the boldest – step in transforming our country into a great nation. We are now set to recapture and restore out independence dreams and aspirations – the dreams of a united and prosperous nation. Under the new constitutional order, we will be able to reclaim our dignity as a people.
The dawn of the new era also portends tremendously well for our national pride, prestige and image in Africa and the world. By the single act of inaugurating a new and quality constitution, we have regained our honor. We shall regain the pride our heroes and our sportsmen and sportswomen such as Kipchoge Keino, Ben Jipcho Catherine Ndereba, and Rudisha bestowed upon us and raised our flag high in the eyes of the world. We shall once more be proud to profess that we are Kenyans.
There is a sense in which our achievement in passing a new constitution marks an important beginning in the journey towards a new social and economic era for our country and our people. We must not lose sight of the reality that poverty and social distress in now the outstanding challenge that is facing us today. A lot of us have lived in and understand the enormity and dehumanizing characteristics of poverty and deprivation. Poverty hurts.
Therefore, time has come for every Kenyan to roll up his or her sleeves and work to create wealth and conquer poverty. We must create opportunities for investment in order to expand our economy and create jobs. The long queues of men and women walking from Kibera, Kawangware, Mathare, Uthiru and other suburban areas to Industrial Area and the city centre going to work in the morning must be replicated in the afternoon and evening as we move closer towards a 24 – hour economy.
This new dawn will only come once we shed off destructive, ethnic-based leadership and embrace a high moral value-based leadership style, such kind of leadership must focus on addressing economic and social needs of our people.
Finally, Fellow Kenyans
As we celebrate this great day, we should reflect upon the great sacrifices that others in the past and present have made in bringing our nation this far. We had our independence freedom fighters such as Ezekiel Apindi, Orkoiyot Koitalel Samoei, Moraa Moka Ngiti, Waiyaki wa HInga, Field Marshall Dedan Kimathi, W.W.W.Awori, Mekatilili wa Menza, and of course Mzee Jomo Kenyatta and the rest of the Kapenguria seven, among several others.
The NARC dream, personified by such luminaries as Professor Wangari Maathai, the late Kijana Wamalwa among others and the moral high ground it espoused has now, in earnest, been realized. Kenyans now, rightfully, belong.
And now I turn to Your Excellency Hon Mwai Kibaki. Thank you Mr. President. You have done us proud. You have led us all to the send republic; one that holds promise of a better future and good tidings. Mr. President you will leave behind an unassailable legacy that will, change the fortunes of this country for ever.
Wakenya Wenzangu
Katiba hii tunayozindua siku ya leo ni dhihirisho la mwanzo mpya na mwelekeo mpya wa Taifa letu la Kenya , Katiba hii itatuwezesha kufikia ufanisi mkubwa katika safari yetu ya kujenga taifa thabiti na lenye uongozi utakaoimarisha uchumi wetu na kuwanufaisha Wakenya wote popote walipo. Hasa uongozi katika vita dhidi ya adui msalia ambaye ni umaskini.
Kenya Hoiyee!
Katiba Mpya Hoiyee!
Ahsanteni sana!
Long live Kenya
God bless Kenya . God bless you all.
All visiting Heads of States and Governments
The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, Raila Odinga
The Speaker of the National Assembly Hon Kenneth Marende
The Chief Justice Hon Evans Gicheru
Cabinet Ministers and Assistant Ministers
Members of |Parliament
Distinguished Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
Wakenya Wenzangu.
It is tremendous privilege and honor that I stand here and salute you all on this very special occasion as we celebrate the inauguration of a new constitution of our Republic. This day is historic. It marks the beginning of a new era in the life of our great country. And for this significant achievement, I say thank you to God, and to Fellow Kenyans – Congratulations! Hongera Sana! We have emerged triumphant.
We can now look back with satisfaction at how much we have over the past decade consulted each other about how best our society should be governed. We have in the process written and re-written numerous drafts of our constitution until we overwhelmingly approved the final edition in a public referendum early this month, paving the way to this day’s celebration.
Many countries around the world have moved forward to set the stage for a brighter future for their people. For us Kenyans, this day marks the beginning of our renaissance. We have taken the first – indeed the boldest – step in transforming our country into a great nation. We are now set to recapture and restore out independence dreams and aspirations – the dreams of a united and prosperous nation. Under the new constitutional order, we will be able to reclaim our dignity as a people.
- Justice will be guaranteed for all, while our God given national resources will be exploited for the benefit of all. And on their part, leaders will be accountable to the people of Kenya.
- Kenyans from all walks of life will be fully on board the bus of destiny – the youth, the aged, the disabled, and women who have traditionally been marginalized will now be fully included in social and political processes as a matter of constitutional right.
- In short, Kenyans nationalism has shifted from a dream to a reality under the new constitutional order.
The dawn of the new era also portends tremendously well for our national pride, prestige and image in Africa and the world. By the single act of inaugurating a new and quality constitution, we have regained our honor. We shall regain the pride our heroes and our sportsmen and sportswomen such as Kipchoge Keino, Ben Jipcho Catherine Ndereba, and Rudisha bestowed upon us and raised our flag high in the eyes of the world. We shall once more be proud to profess that we are Kenyans.
There is a sense in which our achievement in passing a new constitution marks an important beginning in the journey towards a new social and economic era for our country and our people. We must not lose sight of the reality that poverty and social distress in now the outstanding challenge that is facing us today. A lot of us have lived in and understand the enormity and dehumanizing characteristics of poverty and deprivation. Poverty hurts.
Therefore, time has come for every Kenyan to roll up his or her sleeves and work to create wealth and conquer poverty. We must create opportunities for investment in order to expand our economy and create jobs. The long queues of men and women walking from Kibera, Kawangware, Mathare, Uthiru and other suburban areas to Industrial Area and the city centre going to work in the morning must be replicated in the afternoon and evening as we move closer towards a 24 – hour economy.
This new dawn will only come once we shed off destructive, ethnic-based leadership and embrace a high moral value-based leadership style, such kind of leadership must focus on addressing economic and social needs of our people.
Finally, Fellow Kenyans
As we celebrate this great day, we should reflect upon the great sacrifices that others in the past and present have made in bringing our nation this far. We had our independence freedom fighters such as Ezekiel Apindi, Orkoiyot Koitalel Samoei, Moraa Moka Ngiti, Waiyaki wa HInga, Field Marshall Dedan Kimathi, W.W.W.Awori, Mekatilili wa Menza, and of course Mzee Jomo Kenyatta and the rest of the Kapenguria seven, among several others.
The NARC dream, personified by such luminaries as Professor Wangari Maathai, the late Kijana Wamalwa among others and the moral high ground it espoused has now, in earnest, been realized. Kenyans now, rightfully, belong.
And now I turn to Your Excellency Hon Mwai Kibaki. Thank you Mr. President. You have done us proud. You have led us all to the send republic; one that holds promise of a better future and good tidings. Mr. President you will leave behind an unassailable legacy that will, change the fortunes of this country for ever.
Wakenya Wenzangu
Katiba hii tunayozindua siku ya leo ni dhihirisho la mwanzo mpya na mwelekeo mpya wa Taifa letu la Kenya , Katiba hii itatuwezesha kufikia ufanisi mkubwa katika safari yetu ya kujenga taifa thabiti na lenye uongozi utakaoimarisha uchumi wetu na kuwanufaisha Wakenya wote popote walipo. Hasa uongozi katika vita dhidi ya adui msalia ambaye ni umaskini.
Kenya Hoiyee!
Katiba Mpya Hoiyee!
Ahsanteni sana!
Long live Kenya
God bless Kenya . God bless you all.
August 26, 2010
H.E. Kalonzo Musyoka at Investment Forum in Nairobi.
Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has challenged leaders and professionals to unite and play a greater role in the development of the country. “There is need for professionals to support the Government in exploring ways and means of exploiting untapped resources which if fully utilized can uplift the people’s living standards in the country," he said. The Vice President was speaking today at a Nairobi hotel during an investment forum in which MPs from the Ukambani region called for political unity ahead of 2012 elections.He said investments go hand in hand with political goodwill, saying it is through unity and teamwork that the much needed development in the region can be realized.
The Vice President further expressed concern over the continued degradation of water catchments in Ukambani among other regions and called for ways of reducing the trend.He challenged professionals from the region, to assist in the conservation of the environment to avert desertification in the area."There is serious environmental degradation in Ukambani and I therefore challenge professionals to help in containing the situation which is worsenedby sand harvesting,’’ he said.
He said that the Government is committed to the development of the region citing the construction of an ICT center at Malili ranch and rehabilitation of manyroads in the region as some of the projects that the Government has heavily invested in. On constitution, Mr. Musyoka expressed optimism that with the new constitutional dispensation, wananchi will steer the country towards a vibrant middle income economy.He said the new constitution will greatly help residents in the region and urged them to support the implementation of the constitution ahead of its promulgation on Friday this week, noting that many investors have expressed their interest to invest in the country.
The Vice-President pointed out that the Government had developed a clear youth agenda to nurture and provide the country’s youthful population with lifetime gainful opportunities, urging Kamba leaders and professionals to unite and forge a common agenda to accelerate development in the region.
The Vice President further expressed concern over the continued degradation of water catchments in Ukambani among other regions and called for ways of reducing the trend.He challenged professionals from the region, to assist in the conservation of the environment to avert desertification in the area."There is serious environmental degradation in Ukambani and I therefore challenge professionals to help in containing the situation which is worsenedby sand harvesting,’’ he said.
He said that the Government is committed to the development of the region citing the construction of an ICT center at Malili ranch and rehabilitation of manyroads in the region as some of the projects that the Government has heavily invested in. On constitution, Mr. Musyoka expressed optimism that with the new constitutional dispensation, wananchi will steer the country towards a vibrant middle income economy.He said the new constitution will greatly help residents in the region and urged them to support the implementation of the constitution ahead of its promulgation on Friday this week, noting that many investors have expressed their interest to invest in the country.
The Vice-President pointed out that the Government had developed a clear youth agenda to nurture and provide the country’s youthful population with lifetime gainful opportunities, urging Kamba leaders and professionals to unite and forge a common agenda to accelerate development in the region.
August 17, 2010
Finished tour of China.
Vice President Kalonzo today wound up his tour of China by visiting various industrial concerns involved in agricultural equipment manufacturing, as well as agro-processing, in Shandong Province South East of China.
Speaking after an extensive tour of the Foton Lovol Heavy Industry Limited, the company that manufacture tractors and construction equipment. The vice president expressed joy that the directors had agreed to visit Kenya and consider the possibility of setting up a farm machinery manufacturing plant.
Foton Lovol produces 350 thousand tractors and 150 thousand heavy construction equipment like loaders and drilling rigs a year as well as 1.5 million tricycles mainly for Asian, European, American and Africa markets.
According to Mr. Alex Li the director for African markets, his firm was keen to establish a big presence in the East Africa through Kenya. The Vice President also toured the Denghai Seed Company, in Lai Zhou County, which develops high yield maize seed, used to produce most of the maize grown in China, a country which surprisingly has huge grain reserves despite having to feed 1.3 billion mouths.
Mr. Musyoka and his delegation which includes agriculture Assistant Minister Kareke Mbiuki also visited the Yantai Dongqi Agricultural Equipment Company another tractor manufacturing firm as well as Shandong Xinlengda Foodstuffs Group Company limited to familiarize himself with cutting edge technology in agro processing.
At the Shandong Asahi Green Source Milk Products the Vice President was given a guided tour of Dairy milk processing while at the Yantai urban planning exhibition Hall he was briefed on urban planning of Chinese cities which are undergoing rapid expansion and modernization.
In a meeting with Mr. Zang Xinqi the Secretary of the Weifang Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Weifang City of Shandong Province who also doubles up as the mayor of Weifang city; the Vice President lauded the efforts of Provincial Governments in China to invest abroad.
“I am delighted that apart from the support we get from the central government in Beijing, business people and provincial governments from various regions in China are willing to invest in Africa.”
Mr. Xinqi announced that a team of business people and government representatives will visit Kenya next month to explore business opportunities.
The Vice President has been in China for the last one week to attend the China-Africa Agricultural Forum, at the invitation of the International Department of the communist Party of China. He thereafter participated in a series of meetings with regional leaders as well as a guided tour of major cities of Shangdong Province.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=96
Speaking after an extensive tour of the Foton Lovol Heavy Industry Limited, the company that manufacture tractors and construction equipment. The vice president expressed joy that the directors had agreed to visit Kenya and consider the possibility of setting up a farm machinery manufacturing plant.
Foton Lovol produces 350 thousand tractors and 150 thousand heavy construction equipment like loaders and drilling rigs a year as well as 1.5 million tricycles mainly for Asian, European, American and Africa markets.
According to Mr. Alex Li the director for African markets, his firm was keen to establish a big presence in the East Africa through Kenya. The Vice President also toured the Denghai Seed Company, in Lai Zhou County, which develops high yield maize seed, used to produce most of the maize grown in China, a country which surprisingly has huge grain reserves despite having to feed 1.3 billion mouths.
Mr. Musyoka and his delegation which includes agriculture Assistant Minister Kareke Mbiuki also visited the Yantai Dongqi Agricultural Equipment Company another tractor manufacturing firm as well as Shandong Xinlengda Foodstuffs Group Company limited to familiarize himself with cutting edge technology in agro processing.
At the Shandong Asahi Green Source Milk Products the Vice President was given a guided tour of Dairy milk processing while at the Yantai urban planning exhibition Hall he was briefed on urban planning of Chinese cities which are undergoing rapid expansion and modernization.
In a meeting with Mr. Zang Xinqi the Secretary of the Weifang Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Weifang City of Shandong Province who also doubles up as the mayor of Weifang city; the Vice President lauded the efforts of Provincial Governments in China to invest abroad.
“I am delighted that apart from the support we get from the central government in Beijing, business people and provincial governments from various regions in China are willing to invest in Africa.”
Mr. Xinqi announced that a team of business people and government representatives will visit Kenya next month to explore business opportunities.
The Vice President has been in China for the last one week to attend the China-Africa Agricultural Forum, at the invitation of the International Department of the communist Party of China. He thereafter participated in a series of meetings with regional leaders as well as a guided tour of major cities of Shangdong Province.
Click link to view pictures. http://www.mykalonzomusyoka.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?NID=96
August 13, 2010
At Closing ceremony of China-Africa Agriculture forum.
The China-Africa agricultural program in which Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka represented Kenya drew to a close with the Beijing declaring for massive agricultural technology transfer to enable Africa boost production and thereby guarantee world food security.
The declaration called for a leap in Africa’s agricultural output by transforming its rural agriculture through infusion of Chinese agricultural characteristics.
This will involve rural farmer education, setting up of modern farming demonstration centers, use of better quality seeds, and new technology in appropriate farming machinery as well as soil improvement techniques.
The Vice President said the 21st century belonged to Africa and he was confident that the continent will transform her economies to the extent of helping feed the rest of the world.
Reading the declaration the deputy Prime Minister Mr. Hui Liangyu said global food security should be the number one priority of world governments given that acute food shortages were bound to lead to food crisis hence social and political instability.
He added that whereas China has the technological advantage Africa was blessed with arable land and a better climate.
Later the Vice President met with leaders of major Chinese firms doing business in the African continent. In his meeting with the Chairman of the board of Sino Hydro, a major player in the power generation and dam and roads construction, the Vice President said modernization of Kenya’s infrastructure was a key objective in the realization of vision 2030.
He urged them to seek to be involved in Kenya’s reconstruction efforts.
Board chairman Huang Baodong said his firm has operations in 24 African countries including Kenya where they are involved on the Thika Road super highway project among others adding that his firm was driven by the objective of quality service within set timelines. Mr. Musyoka also held discussions with officials of China roads and bridges co-operations.
The declaration called for a leap in Africa’s agricultural output by transforming its rural agriculture through infusion of Chinese agricultural characteristics.
This will involve rural farmer education, setting up of modern farming demonstration centers, use of better quality seeds, and new technology in appropriate farming machinery as well as soil improvement techniques.
The Vice President said the 21st century belonged to Africa and he was confident that the continent will transform her economies to the extent of helping feed the rest of the world.
Reading the declaration the deputy Prime Minister Mr. Hui Liangyu said global food security should be the number one priority of world governments given that acute food shortages were bound to lead to food crisis hence social and political instability.
He added that whereas China has the technological advantage Africa was blessed with arable land and a better climate.
Later the Vice President met with leaders of major Chinese firms doing business in the African continent. In his meeting with the Chairman of the board of Sino Hydro, a major player in the power generation and dam and roads construction, the Vice President said modernization of Kenya’s infrastructure was a key objective in the realization of vision 2030.
He urged them to seek to be involved in Kenya’s reconstruction efforts.
Board chairman Huang Baodong said his firm has operations in 24 African countries including Kenya where they are involved on the Thika Road super highway project among others adding that his firm was driven by the objective of quality service within set timelines. Mr. Musyoka also held discussions with officials of China roads and bridges co-operations.
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