Traditional African artifacts at Fisherman's Camp Naivasha

HAILSTORM AT OLKARIA , NAIVASHA

By WANYUA Mary

Quick facts about PANDA

Quick facts

• In 2004, a survey counted 1,600 pandas in the wild
• An adult panda can weigh about 100-150kg and grow up to 150cm
• Pandas have the digestive system of a carnivore, but they have adapted to a vegetarian diet of bamboos.
• A panda may eat 12-38kg of bamboo a day
•  The panda cub is 1/900th the size of its mother, one of the smallest newborn mammals relative to its mother's size.
• Pandas are good tree climbers.
• When breeding, pandas require at least 30km² to support them over the short term.

Courtesy of WWF GLOBAL

My Safari photos

Bamboo

Bamboo and Proud

I enjoy it as well!

My Passport pic

I have legs!

After a busy day, this is how I look like!

Alway on the run!

Zebra

Zebra!

Am a Buffalo!

Baby  Buffalo

Hippo at the shores of L. Naivasha

LET’S CULTIVATE THE SPIRIT TO CONSERVE

LET’S CULTIVATE THE SPIRIT TO CONSERVE

Environmental issues in developing countries are critical problems; they threaten to seriously damage not only developing countries themselves, but also the entire international community. 

There are three main targets that we all need to focus on to achieve  environmental conservation: to deal with environmental pollution arising from rapid economic growth; to eradicate poverty, which is one of main causes of environmental depletion in in most developing countries; and to cope with global environmental issues.

Developing countries should thus put in place mechanisms to tackle problems such as air and water pollution, waste management, energy saving, water supply and sewage systems, nature conservation, flood control, and system and institution-building. These environmental efforts will play an increasingly important role in resolving environmental issues affecting developing countries.

In order to resolve environmental problems in developing countries, it is vitally important that we all assume primary responsibility and role for tackling such problems through ownership and cooperation with stakeholders in the international community in a spirit of partnership. 

Promoting sustainable development through the pursuit of environmental conservation and development is a global concern. In order to facilitate the pursuit of environment conservation and development in developing countries, it is extremely important that developed countries provide support for the necessary environmental efforts in development, and extend cooperation for environmental protection, taking into account the different economic and social conditions of each country concerned.

In order to promote the integration of poverty reduction and environmental conservation activities, incorporating environmental considerations into all development plans and programmes is mandatory. We need to support projects in which appropriate environmental considerations are fully taken into account.

Even though developing countries have a substantial need for assistance in the environmental sector, they tend to put a higher priority on development projects, and therefore local needs in the environmental sector are not reflected in specific project proposals. For this reason, governments in developing countries ought to promote the giving of incentives for environmental conservation and the raising of environmental awareness, through policy dialogues, various forums, and other appropriate cooperation schemes. 

In Kenya for instance, people do not have access to safe drinking water, so the resulting reliance on the use of contaminated groundwater leads to the spread of ill health. Moreover, the improper management of water for agricultural use, which constitutes a large share of the demand for water, causes salt accumulation that result in the reduction of the productivity of farmlands. Consequently, many people engage in economic activities that strain our natural resources.

Kenya enjoys a natural environment that has the world's richest biodiversity, many of which is quite important for maintaining the world ecosystem. However, we are unable to properly conserve our natural environment and manage our natural resources on our own, because of the severity of our social, economic, and technological conditions. In addition, many local residents depend on natural resources for their living, so it is important that conservation methods be compatible with poverty reduction efforts. 

As we join the world to celebrate World Environment Day this year, we all should aims to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on our beloved country. There is much to be learned from the small island countries from all over the world, which have overcome a number of environmental problems with only limited resources.

KLUB HOUSE PARKLANDS: A TRUE KENYAN HERITAGE

 My visit to Nairobi could not have been complete without a visit to Nairobi's only true sports bar, incorporated with large screens and seven international standard pool tables popular for pool competition every month. The Soccer City Stadium an artful design with a state of sound system blends together with the dazzling visual system on giant screens. Truly, this is the place to catch all the latest action on football and the finest in sports! Not that am a football maniac, but the calm and relaxing atmosphere and the legendary in-house deejays give sounds to match the mood of the moment, makes it a must.

This is non-other than Klub house (K1) a member of the leading Hotels of Kenya under the flagship of Kahama Hotels’ group of hotels and lodges. K1 is strategically located along Ojijo road in parklands a forty five minutes drive from Nairobi central business district. K1 as is commonly known is Nairobi’s foremost entertainment point where locals meet for great entertainment and atmosphere.

The club is dear to many since it remains true to its title and offers a serene setting amidst the bustle of one of Africa’s most developed cities. No potholes, no dirt, no rush of humanity associated with almost all cities in developing countries.

                                       A view of the Paradise bar at night 
                                                 (Photo: Wanyua Mary)

I fall in love with the scenery the moment I step out of the car. There is no end to the ravishing beauty of K1 - responsibly constructed from ecologically friendly materials; the interior décor of the club reflects a combination of cultural influences blending the Western aura and a breadth of African heritage into one elegant and harmonious whole.

The unique and striking use of natural materials of wood and stone, are emphasized by the colored lights from every direction. The rooms are designed to be elegant, with an underlying African decor and style, as many would say it’s truly home away from home.

                                                                                                            

Why Klub House and not any other place?

A part from Klub House superior standards of quality, service and hospitality there a variety of features that make it the place to be.

Paradise pub

Paradise bar is located on the ground floor. It offers wide-ranging party music and a great dance floor where you can boogie down your years back to youth. As the name state it’s actually a paradise with the exclusive services provided that make one feel like a royal.
The bar is also known to be a venue of choice for early morning breakfast. The rising sun slowly strokes through the bamboo walls of the paradise. At over ten years, it still stands young and beautiful to display its highly polished brown bamboo structure which has been a curious work of art to most art lovers like me.

 Pitcher & Butch

Pitcher & Butch steals everyone’s heart with its characteristic cocktail of a sharp modern look and the distinct African features. She sits bold sure of what she is made of and sends blood rushing to all her clients. Her nature rubs off to all who walk into her welcoming arms and just like the mother’s hugs, lifts all your burdens and gives you motivation to smile. Young energetic party lovers, all time business people and after-work guys are but a few of her fans.

 The excellent in-house DJ entertains the guest with the latest locals and international music every day from 6.00 pm. The music is therapeutic and keeps peoples heads together only to be thrown back in infectious laughter. Making it the best place to spent your evenings and weekends.  At the pitcher and butcher glasses click, eyes winks and laughter bubble till the wee hours of morning.

Taxi Services including Airport pick up

The Klub provides cub services for its client from the airport to the hotel or any other place the customer desires on pocket friendly charges. This is made possible by the dedicated customer care.

Car Wash

As you enjoy your meal, drink or follow up your game. Your car gets a wash with the jet wash, car wash facility all for free.

Klub jiko

The finest Nyama Choma produced by the Klub Jiko's Chefs in a vibrant, stylish atmosphere inside Pitcher and Butcher pub makes it all a wonderful experience.
All meals are freshly prepared and customized to suit your appetite. Klub Jiko is undoubtedly the ultimate African Choma experience. Enjoy great music and hospitality carefully planned for the day.          

Klub Masala

Whether you’re enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner at Klub Masala, you can rest assured that each meal has been carefully prepared by our expert chefs who are always willing to go an extra mile to take care of your every need and assisted by efficient staff and only the fresh products are used. Every meal has a personal touch to it hence it’s an unforgettable experience. At Klub Masala you are always spoiled for choice.

Cyber café

K1 has broadband internet connection for use by all its clients. Wi-Fi wireless internet is provided for remote access in all the hotel rooms, sports bar and restaurant. Printing services for any type of document clients want is provided.

 Secure Car Park

If at all worried of where to park your car, worry no more as an ample parking space is available to ensure that you enjoy your stay at K1.

All extremely clean, bright and comfy hotel rooms have:

• Complementary free Shoe shine
• Complementary free bottled water
• Satellite television(DSTV) and Local Channels
• Access to Internet within the Hotel
• Room Telephone
• Coffee Maker in the superior rooms
• Clean En suite tiled Shower
• Full Mosquito Netting Curtains
• 24hr Generator-backed Power Supply
• Wide Choice of Room Type
• Excellent Customer Care services
• Laundry Services

Klub House is truly home away from home. Friends don’t be left out, make a visit to this exquisite place and you will not regret.

LAKE NAIVASHA

Lake Naivasha