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Mama
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{Limetungwa na Abdul Shaban}
Uzima na afya tele, zitue kwako we mama,
Ninakupenda milele, sikuchukii daima,
Mazuri yakutawale, na upate mwisho mwema,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Leo nimeketi chini, kukutungia shairi,
Macho kwako hayaoni, isipokuwa ni kheri,
Haunikifu moyoni, kila siku u mzuri,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Mepita nyingi dahari, sikuwahi kutokea,
Japo ni ya mola siri, kuingia kwenye dunia,
Kwako we nikadhihiri, tumboni ukanilea,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Mahaba ya kila hali, mama ulinonyeshea,
Nikilia we hulali, shida wataka kujua,
Nisipokula hauli, na mengine wayajua,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Mukanikuza kwa tabu, sana nikawasumbua,
Wala hamkujaribu, mbali kunitupilia,
Sasa napata majibu, thamani nawapatia,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Mama ulinifundisha, pale nilipokosea,
Hukutaka kunichosha, mi nilipojichokea,
Menifundisha maisha, njia nisijepotea,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Wewe kwangu ndiye dira, mana umeniongoza,
Na kama nikikukera, usisite kunijuza,
Nakuombea akhera, akuridhie muweza,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Beti niandike kumi, mia elfu malaki,
Kwangu ni kama kichomi, pumzi hazivutiki,
Sifa zako hazikomi, tena hazina breki,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Wasijepumbazwa watu, wazazi kuwadharau,
Wakome wasithubutu, hata kwa uangalau,
Tuwavesheni viatu, jama tusiwasahau,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Kwa upendo na bashasha, ninajivunia mama,
Na hapa ndo nakatisha, mishororo kuisema,
Du’a kwako nazidisha, ulipo uwe salama,
Nakuita jina mama, kwa upendo na bashasha.
Liwafikie akina mama wote ulimwenguni
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I Saw A World
(Photo Courtesy of Henry Center)
{By Abdul Shaban}
There blossom a flower of peace
Here falls a kingdom to pieces
A child doesn’t care to say please
Doctors leaves patients to bleed
In the sky appears the red moon
Everyone is not a friend but a goon
The birds changed their tune
It is getting darker in the noon
The earth beneath changed to a prison
Human shut thier memories in treason
Ain’t anyone caring for each other person
Fashion, just caring about compassion
Is it better when I say we lost?
Our personalities are just like a horse
Running a race and win the host
Little do we know we end up ghosts
We are like flowers we blossom today
When the sun rise we wilt in the day
There is no future no tomorrow
All will be buried in the rows
I woke up from my thoughts
Found myself with a flower in my right hand
Soil in my left hand and water in my mouth
I just want the flower of peace grow
I just saw the world this way
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DUSA CONGRESS FINALLY TAKES OFFICE AFTER A PROLONGED ELECTION PERIOD
By Evelyne Syombua
The Daystar University Students Association Congress held its first sitting at the Main Campus, Athi River, on 26 May 2022, three months after they were elected. Their first sitting comes three months earlier than the 2021/2022 Congress’s first sitting, which was held on July 28, 2021.
The Associate Dean, Madam Susan Mbotto, DUSA President Walter Nalwa, Secretary-General Desmond Wyne, the Daystar Christian Fellowship (DCF) James Mburu, and Congress members were present for the sitting.
The DUSA President Walter Nalwa urged the Congress to work hand in hand with the DUSA Council to serve the students, “To serve students effectively, we need to work together. Listen to understand, and communication should be effective between the two arms. “
The main agendas of the sitting were the introduction of the Congress Members to one another, calling the house to order, coming up with a calendar of events for the Congress to aid in the budget proposal, which was captured in the first session, and consultations on the DUSA Congress Budget which will cover the DUSA Constitution Review Process which was discussed in the second session.
When addressing the house, the DUSA Congress Speaker, Evans Owino, urged the Congress members to start serving as they were elected to do so, “Politics are over, and now it is time to work. As we come up with our calendar of events, as congress members, you should also come up with a calendar of events for your respective schools. ”
From left: The DUSA Secretary-General Desmond Mwyne, The Sergeant at Arms Matty Odiwuor, The Deputy Speakers Flavian Muthaura and Charkouth Ding, The Congress Speaker Evans Owino, The Congress Clerks Brian Nyongesa and Oliver Tambo pose for a photo after the Congress Siting First Session. “Most offices in the school administration requested a new document of the DUSA Constitution to provide answers to the loopholes in the current DUSA Constitution. This is why we need a Constitution Review. We want a constitution that is student-centered, “said Evans.
He went on to add that this will help outline how to go about key electoral issues, especially after what happened between the just concluded elections last semester.
“We need to understand the procedure, have the committee in place, and give them a timeline to enable us to meet our goal, “commented Congress Woman School of Arts and Social Sciences Sharon Odoyo.
The Constitution Review Process will include public participation where students will be involved, and their opinions will be considered in the review. This will then be followed by popular voting.
“Most of us are not in touch with the current constitution, and we need to go through it and understand it. This will help us know why we need the constitution review. With this, we will be able to help students easily and make our leadership easy. Understanding the process is crucial, “said the Deputy Speaker Flavian Muthaura representing the School of Applied Human Sciences.
The speaker read the procedure of a constitution review to the Congress Members as stipulated in the current DUSA Constitution.
Presented with a dilemma of when to set the Congress DUSA budget since, as stipulated in the current DUSA Constitution, a special sitting communication is to be communicated seven days before the sitting and the needed to come up with a budget to forward to the DUSA treasurer before 1 June 2022, opened the house for suggestions from the Congress Members.
“Let us read the constitution first and understand it before we come up with the budget since we need the committee to allocate funds to facilitate the review. This will help us know how many people we need in the committee,” said Congress Man School of Science Eugene Okanda.
After a discussion, the congress members agreed to have an online meeting on 28 May to discuss further the budget and constitution review for them to meet the 1 June 2022 deadline for submitting the Congress Budget.
Secretary-General Desmond urged the Congress Members to work in unity with the DUSA Council and to ensure respect is maintained among them.
The speaker adjourned the sitting with the next one yet to be scheduled.
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Falcons defy expectations and shine at Kabeberi 7s
By Ken Andrew
kenakikenyi@gmail.com
The Daystar Falcons rugby team managed to impress many at the Kabeberi 7s despite bowing out in the 5th place semi final. The Falcons began their journey with a loss against Kenya Cup side Top Fry Nakuru but that did not set the tone for the day. They managed to win their next two games 12-5 and 12-24 against the famous Impala Saracens and Northern Suburbs respectively. The two wins put them through to the main cup quarterfinal where they met Kenya Cup perennial contenders Homeboyz Rugby. Homeboyz proved to be a handful for the Falcons as they took the game 34-7 sending the Falcons to the 5th place playoff. Sunday was most definitely not their day as after the quarterfinal, they narrowly lost to Masinde Muliro University 17 -12, bringing their run in the Kabeberi 7s to an end.
Despite their unlucky end to the tournament, many were impressed by the Falcons’ performances. With a lighter squad than the 15s, the selected team managed to hold their own against multiple Kenya Cup teams. Debutant Patrick Odongo shone and managed to be the top try scorer after playing all five games. Without doubt, he still has a lot more to give as the Falcons head into the Christie 7s next weekend.
The Falcons selected to represent Daystar at the Kabeberi 7s.
Photo Courtesy: instagram/dufalconsrugbyCoach Caleb Bosire was proud of his squad and saw the experience gained as vital for their 7s season progression. He also praised Patrick Odongo for his stellar performances on the pitch.
The Falcons head back to the RFUEA grounds on 28th and 29th May for the Christie 7s. Having secured a first quarterfinal tie since 2013, they will be looking to improve and maybe make the semis. The experience they gain from 7s will be crucial as they head to the KRU Championship next season.
Bring on the Christie 7s!
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VERSTAPPEN WINS THE IMOLA GRAND PRIX AS HAMILTON FACES A NIGHTMARE IN HIS CAREER
By Joy Miano
Joymiano18033@daystar.ac.ke
The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, often referred to as Imola Grand Prix, in Italy, is usually one of the most emotional races in the Formula 1 season. Max Verstappen won his second Grand Prix of the season with the fastest lap, ahead of his teammate Sergio Perez. Lando Norris came in third to ensure McLaren fill the last podium position with his first podium of the year. The season leader, Charles Leclerc, slipped down to position six after spinning into the barriers. Unfortunately, his teammate Carlos Sainz was out in the first lap. This was a repeat of the Australian Grand Prix, after being spun into the gravel trap by Daniel Ricciardo’s Mclaren.
Max Verstappen won his second Grand Prix in Italy.
Photo courtesy ; instagram.com/f1George Russell had a better race than his teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had a very miserable day and finished position 13. He was embarrassingly lapped by Verstappen during the closing stages of the race. Lewis is more likely to lose a chance to battle with the top drivers for the Driver’s championship this year. It was a sad day for the Tifosi (Scuderia Ferrari fans) and the seven time world champion Hamilton fans. On the other hand, a great day for Redbull with Verstappen on pole on Friday ,won the sprint on Saturday and a double podium.
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BLACK ROSE
[Photo courtesy of Tinted Black Roses]
By Abdul Shaban
[abdoolmtyro@gmail.com]
Even at my darkest I still bloom,
At my lowest at my doom.A lilly from the valleys,
A lone soul without allies.I watch my shadow with delight,
Staring down from the height.With happiness my face ignites,
Am not a bunch, not a bonquette.Staring at what’s behind the wall,
Cuz I’ve been there I’ve seen it all.A black rose that blooms on earth,
In a planet where am unheard.Humming the melodies of the birds,
Making my way to unknown lands.Inhaling the tender grapes with good smell,
For a soul that’s walked straight outta hell, yet sees the best in it all.Like a dove that art in cleft of rocks,
Like a flightless bird whose wing just broke.For so long I hid behind the stairs,
But now I rise with answered prayers.A black rose I still bloom,
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LIVERPOOL MANAGE TO SECURE A DRAW AGAINST CITY KEEPING TITLE HOPES ALIVE
By Benjamin Wanguba
Andy Robertson and Rodri after the game. Photo Courtesy: Manchester City official Instagram page A 46th minute equalizer from Senegalese star Sadio Mane, was enough to ensure Liverpool get a point against League leaders Manchester City.
The tie which was highly contested was a high-octane affair that saw Liverpool come from behind twice at the Etihad. Kevin De Bruyne opened the scoring in the fifth minute with his strike deflecting off Joel Matip to find its way to the back of the net. Soon after a strike from in form Diogo Jota would bring Liverpool at par with the league leaders once again. Liverpool almost went ahead in the 23rd minute when City Goalkeeper Ederson slipped missing the ball which almost went into his own net before quickly ushering it away. Gabriel Jesus would then reinstate City’s lead in the 36th minute with the match heading to half time with a 2-1 score.
Sadio Mane would then score the equalizer early in the second half. In the 63rd minute, Sterling thought he had won the tie for city when he calmly slid the ball under Allison but it would later emerge after a VAR check that he was offside when he received the brilliant pass from De Bruyne. Both teams continued at each other but the game would result in a stalemate. The draw means that Manchester City remain at 1st although just 1 point ahead of Liverpool in 2nd. This ensures that the title race still remains hot with both teams eager to lift the trophy once again. Of the remaining fixtures, Liverpool has the harder challenge as they will have to face Manchester united, Tottenham and Wolves who are all embroiled in a fight for a top 4 slot. Manchester city’s toughest upcoming opposition on the other hand is West Ham with them being expected to breeze over their other opponents. This means that the title race could even go up to the last day.
Liverpool and Manchester city will clash again on Saturday 16th April when they meet in the semi finals of the FA cup. The winner of that match will meet in the finals with whoever wins between Chelsea and Crystal palace.
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MANCHESTER UNITED AND ARSENAL DROP POINTS IN RACE FOR TOP 4
By Benjamin Wanguba
Anthony Gordon and Alex Iwobi Celebrate goal against Manchester United.(Image : Everton FC) Over the weekend, both Manchester United and Arsenal suffered blows in the fight to finish in the top 4. Manchester United suffered a 1-0 loss to relegation threatened Everton whilst Arsenal lost 2-1 at the hands of Brighton.
Both teams are engaged in a stiff competition on who gets to be a part of the top 4. The Arsenal defeat came at a time when many arsenal fans were hopeful that they were on the rise. The loss follows a prior shock defeat to Crystal Palace where the Eagles won 3-0 against the Gunners. In recent weeks they have also dropped points against Liverpool as well. The Gunners now sit in 5th place with 54 points although they have played one game less than 4th placed Tottenham. Although the loss was detrimental to their chances of a Champions League spot they could still stand a chance if they regain the form they had picked up in the second half of the season. Their remaining fixtures are tough as they have to face off against fellow top 4 contenders, Manchester United, Tottenham, 3rd placed Chelsea and West Ham. They also will face off against Everton who are currently fighting to avoid relegation by any means possible. This was seen in their weekend 1-0 win over Manchester United.
An Anthony Gordon strike was enough to secure a win for the Toffees. The win came as a surprise as Everton have been struggling to pick up wins and are even engaged in a relegation battle. They had even lost their last 2 league engagements against West Ham and Burnley. The win now puts them at 17th place, 4 points above 18th placed Burnley, offering them some breathing space. United on the other hand have to up their game or else find themselves competing in the Europa League next season. In moment of frustration after the game, star man Cristiano Ronaldo knocked the phone of a fan to the ground while walking towards the tunnel proving just how much this loss meant to him and the team.
Meanwhile Tottenham won convincingly against Steven Gerard’s Aston villa 4-0. Heung Min Son’s hattrick and a goal from January signing Dejan Kulusevski ensured that Tottenham land at the 4th spot for the time being. West ham is also in the fight for that Champions League spot but also dropped 3 vital points over the weekend against Brentford.
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FIJI WINS THE SINGAPORE 7S AS KENYA FINISH IN 11TH PLACE
By Benjamin Wanguba
On Sunday 10th of April, Fiji defeated New Zealand 28-17 to emerge as winners of the Singapore 7s. By half time, Fiji had managed a 21-0 lead with Vuiviawa Naduvalo, Waisea Nacuqu and Joseva Talacolo converting tries that would give them the lead.
In the second half New Zealand would be able to reduce the difference but a second try for Vuiviawa Naduvalo would be enough to secure a win for Fiji in the finals. The win was Fiji’s first series win since winning in Sydney, Australia in February of 2020.
To get to the final, Fiji won their group matches against France and Japan after losing their first game to Ireland. They then beat series leaders South Africa in the quarter finals before winning in the Semis against Australia. South Africa have so far managed to win in Dubai, Seville and Malaga and will be looking to come back on top in Vancouver next weekend.
Shujaa in Action at the Singapore 7s. COURTESY: World Rugby Sevens Official Twitter Account Meanwhile Kenya’s Shujaas finished in 11th at the just concluded Singapore 7s. They started by losing both their opening matches in the group stage. They lost 12-10 to USA and 26-5 to South Africa. They would then bounce back by winning their 3rd group match by convincingly beating Canada 24-7. Shujaa then went ahead to beat Japan 12-10 in the quarter final for the 9th place play-off. They would however loose to Spain 19-10 in that match. Spain managed to be 19-0 up by half time. The boys tried their best to salvage the situation in the second half but only managed to get 10 points with tries from Billy Odhiambo and Kelvin Wekesa.
Shujaa will however be hoping to have a better performance in Vancouver next weekend after only picking 5 points in Singapore.