Village Beat Magazine. April-May 2012

YOUR COMPLIMENTARY COPY April - May 2012

SAVOUR Tribe Hotel honoured in Trendiest Hotels awards

Jared

PROFILER

Obonyo

Chief Security Officer

Creative Connections

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VillageBeat

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Jambo!

More than ever to get your brain buzzing

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New Villager

Schofield and Associates

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Village News

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Tyre Tips

Why it is important to rotate your tyres

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Profiler

Tough but fair - like a good father: Jared Obonyo

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Well Being

Managing arthritis

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Off the Shelf

Book Worm: A quick look at the latest bestsellers For Seasons: Blockbusters on DVD Reel News: A look at the latest releases

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Creative Connections

The Village Market Public Art Design Competition 2012

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Savour

Tribe Hotel honoured in Trendiest Hotels awards

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Gadgets

nüvifone M10

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Village Diary

Upcoming events

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Culture

Third annual Ideal Interiors Show 2012

Sales & Advertising: Janet Mbugua, Allan Akoko

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Still Here

Marketing Manager: Dominic Mbugua

One Way

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Escape

Rhino River Camp

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Pictorial

Village Scene

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A to Z of The Village Market

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Essential Contacts & Information

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WELCOME

Jambo!

More than ever to get your brain buzzing

T

he Village Market has been buzzing

Your feedback requesting more content in the

with activity over the past three

magazine has challenged us to raise our game.

months, with event after event drawing

We’ve introduced such columns as Gadgets

considerable foot traffic to the complex.

to keep you in touch with the latest gizmos

Perhaps the most notable of these events was

available at The Village Market. Also new is the

the 3rd annual Ideal Interiors Show, set up

Tyre Tips column, courtesy of Reema Doshi, the

at the rooftop parking area. Picture design-

PR & Marketing Manager at Kingsway Tyres. We

centric exhibits from bathtubs to kitchen

guarantee that her cheerful and simple writing

counters, sofas and outdoor gardens – some

style will keep you informed on tyre care as well as

to see and some to take home. It was the

general vehicle maintenance.

must-attend event of the year, but certainly not the last. Read all about this and other

For these items, and so much more, read on!

upcoming events in this issue.

As an award-winning shopping and recreation destination, we are proud to announce that we have added another feather to our cap. Tribe Hotel has been chosen as a Top 5 winner in Africa’s

Ann Gitari

Trendiest Hotels category by TripAdvisor in its

Press Liaison Officer

2012 Travellers’ Choice awards. Read all about this

The Village Market

prestigious award in the Savour column.

Email: ann@villagemarket-kenya.com

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NEW VILLAGER

Schofield ? and Associates C

ustomers have often inquired whether

international experience to provide an efficient

there is a lawyer based at The Village

and effective service.

Market who can provide legal services

within range of the city centre.

London Office

We are delighted to welcome Schofield and

Acknowledging the business needs of Kenyans in

Associates Advocates to The Village Market.

the diaspora and those investing in Kenya, the firm

The firm’s principal, Anne Schofield, reopened

has established a presence in central London. Its

her practice in Kenya in 2010 after spending 20

clients in the UK have an opportunity to meet the

years working in the law and banking sector in

team in London. The London consultant, Judge

the Cayman Islands. She has worked as a legal

Derek Schofield, has wide judicial experience in

consultant with RadcliffesLeBrasseur Solicitors

civil, commercial and offshore work in Kenya.

in London and Hassans International Law Firm

Judge Schofield still sits as a part-time judge

in Gibraltar before becoming a senior partner at

in England and brings to the firm the highest

Anne Schofield and Kasamani Advocates.

standards of probity and integrity.

Customer service Schofield and Associates provide legal services at

Schofield and Associates

and individual clients. The team has wide expertise in different areas of law and provides legal services in trade, investment, banking and other financial services. The team can also assist clients in conveyancing and drafting of legal documents.

The firm makes use of best practice gained from

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INFORMATION

local and international levels to both corporate

The Village Market, 3rd Level, next to CBA Tel: +254 (20) 8091518 or +254 719 615475 anne.schofield@schofieldintlaw.com

VillageNews

NEWS

Website

Hassle-free parking

We are proud to announce that The Village Market website is now accessible to the public. This follows a significant period of reconstruction to make the site trendier and to provide more up-to-date information about our mall. The website can be accessed at www.villagemarket-kenya.com.

Under The Village Market’s Bonus Card loyalty programme, shoppers can take advantage of yet another rewarding offer.

All Bonus Card members can now obtain an unlimited parking card for only KES 2,000 per month. If you are not a Bonus Card member, sign up today, get your Bonus Card on the spot and start earning points for shopping at any Village Market outlet. You can get your unlimited parking card as well. Terms, restrictions and conditions apply. Bonus Card – Get Rewarded!

Customer care training The Village Market’s Recreation Department recently underwent customer service training. Trainees included staff assigned to the Water Park, Mini Golf and Bowling facilities. The one-week course of training covered topics such as The Customer Friendly Approach, Making a Good Impression, Effective Communication and Do’s and Don’ts of Customer Care. This course is one of many such programmes that the management will continue to organise in order to ensure a high standard of customer satisfaction.

Shoppers and visitors to The Village Market are encouraged to give us feedback on their experience by emailing pr@villagemarket-kenya.com.

Designer fashion The lingerie shop Coco Chic, which stocks the designer brand Le Mystere, now has a new line of body wraps and jumpsuits available. Get these and other exclusive fashion items to enhance your look and give you a great feeling!

Hospitality and sports The Village Market has become a member of the Hospitality and Tourism Sports Organisation (HOTOSO). Management staff have already enrolled and formed teams in such sports and activities as athletics, basketball, football, swimming and tennis as well as darts and Scrabble.

The competitive games ceremony on 24 March was marked by a six-a-side football event at Parklands Sports Club. Training for all other games will be held at the Kenya Teachers Training College on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm.

HOTOSO games were established 13 years ago to promote growth of a variety of sports in the local hospitality and tourism industry. In addition to many other reputable organisations, our sister company, Tribe Hotel, is also a current HOTOSO member.

Besides the networking opportunity, the management hopes to achieve lifelong healthy active lifestyles among its employees.

For up to date news and information join us online.

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@VillageMarket

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Why it is important to rotate your tyres

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TYRE TIPS

H

aving hosted several women’s tyre

If you were to replace only two tyres on your car,

clinics, it is an honour for me to write

which would they be, the front or rear? Most

in the Village Beat. My aim is to discuss

people would answer: ‘front’. Right?

tyre technology and safety and pass on tips for a better driving experience. In the coming

Wrong! It is a common misconception that the

issues, through this column, I will talk about

best place to fit new tyres is the front. I can

topics such as tyre pressure and condition, seat

see some of you leaping from your seats and

belts (a necessity or a false sense of security?),

shouting: “Of course it’s the front – that’s where

servicing your car and, of course, who are

the braking force is!” or “That’s where the

better drivers, women or men?

maximum momentum is!” and so on.

With so many issues to discuss, it was hard to

Helpful advice

select the first topic. However, one in particular has caused a lot of controversy among my peers,

For the majority of road vehicles, the front axle is

both male and female:

where the steering occurs. This provides a useful level of grip feedback to the driver. The rear

TYRE ROTATION

wheels are not connected to the steering column and so judging their grip is almost impossible for the average driver.

Michelin, one of the world’s leading tyre manufacturers and innovators, recommends that new tyres or those with the least wear should be fitted to the rear wheels to ensure: • Better control in emergency braking or tight corners when roads are slippery • Less risk of losing control of your vehicle, especially on wet surfaces • Better road-holding, particularly in difficult situations, whether your car is front-wheel or rear-wheel drive.

With varying road conditions, braking forces, steering and varying loads carried by the tyres, they tend to wear out at different levels. A helpful and beneficial practice against this uneven wearing is tyre rotation. Regularly changing the location of each tyre on the vehicle helps extend their life by ensuring even wear and improving performance. It is best to get a professional tyre centre to visually inspect your tyres and recommend the right rotation.

Michelin recommends that tyres are rotated every six months or 10,000 to 13,000 km. It should be

INFORMATION

noted that, if your car has a full-sized spare, this should also be included in the rotation cycle.

1st Level, next to Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171 Email: ho@kingswaytyres.com

Web: www.kingswaytyres.com

To get professional advice and assistance, visit Kingsway TyreExpert Centre at the Village Market.

Compiled by Reema Doshi, PR and Marketing Manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd

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PROFILER

Tough

but fair – like a good father Jared Obonyo – Chief Security Officer

'I adopt a democratic style of leadership and only become authoritarian as a final resort'

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PROFILER

W

hen you meet Jared Obonyo at The

As with any other job, Jared’s work brings its fair

Village Market, you might think he

share of challenges – sometimes from unexpected

was just another member of the

quarters. “There are customers who give my

public – a man in a black suit waiting for his

security officers a difficult time,” he laments. “It

family to finish shopping before driving them

can be very demoralising, especially since each

home. His calm, diplomatic demeanour says

member of my team is well trained in both matters

nothing about the daunting task that is his

of security and customer care, and they try to do

job. However, Jared recently earned the title of

their job for the safety of these same customers.”

Chief Security Officer at The Village Market.

Jared, who won the Employee of the Year His journey to the top began in 1996 when he

award last year, says he regards himself as more

joined the company as a security officer.

of a father than a boss to his team. “I adopt a democratic style of leadership and only become

“Back then the complex was much smaller, with

authoritarian as a final resort,” he says. “That way,

only Phase One of the mall complete,” he recalls.

you attain more cooperation and participation

“There were only seven security officers then,

from the team, since they feel dignified and

who manned the entire complex.”

empowered to perform their duties without fear.”

In 1998 The Village Market began a significant

Family man

expansion process and, as the complex grew, so did its workforce.

When he’s not at work, the father-of-seven often travels upcountry to spend time with his family.

Team management

When he’s in the city, he will spend his weekends

The number of Security Department staff rose

novels. A teetotaller, he is also a regular church-goer.

from a mere seven to 90 at the present time,

Despite having time off, Jared says his phone is

making it the Management’s largest department.

always switched on, as he can be summoned to the

Added to this team are staff from the contracted

complex at any time to deal with security issues.

catching up with the local football scene or reading

security firm KK, the Kenya Police and other arms of security, working together to keep The Village

Regarding the looming security threat to

Market secure at all times.

Kenya since late last year, Jared says that the Management has always been prepared. “The

The man whose job it is to coordinate this entire

security situation has only been heightened, and

security network is Jared Obonyo.

all we can do is heighten our security measures,” he says.

“It may appear difficult from the outside looking in, but I enjoy what I do,” says the one-time

Since taking over the helm at the Security Department,

police officer.

Jared is pleased to note that customers have become more cooperative when being searched at the

Jared says his work is made easier by the support

entrances. “They have come to understand why

he receives from the whole Management team,

these checks are necessary, and some even give us

who make sure he has the equipment he needs

information when they notice any suspicious activity.”

to do his job. Even more important is the good relationship his security team shares with the

On a final note, Jared urges all Village Market

majority of tenants, loyal shoppers, external

customers, tenants and staff to be ever-vigilant,

local and diplomatic security personnel as well as

pointing out that security is as much an individual

contracted security company staff.

effort as a community concern.

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Managing arthritis A

rthritis is characterised by an insidious pain that makes mobility a painful affair and can leave the person

crippled in the long run. When inflammation of the joints persists, it sets in degenerative changes in the affected weight-bearing joints of the spine, hips, knees, ankles and fingers..

The factors that trigger arthritis are explained briefly: Deficient diet. Calcium is the most predominant mineral that is required for the strength of the bones. Calcium, being a hard mineral, needs the help of other minerals such as magnesium, potassium and Vitamin D for proper uptake into the body. Calcium is found mainly in natural foods.

Therefore, a well-balanced diet is required; but all products consumed should be as natural as possible to get the maximum nutrients – for example, using whole grain cereal instead of refined cereals.

Indigestion. Certain biological changes that cause calcification of the bones (build-up of insoluble calcium salt) leading to arthritis are caused by indigestion. When the acid level increases in the stomach (acidosis), the sodium in the walls of the stomach is insufficient to buffer off the acid level, so it takes the sodium from the joints (secondlargest reserve). When such a withdrawal of sodium occurs often, it may develop calcification.

Certain foods and drugs may slow the absorption of the calcium necessary for healthy bones. Arthritis is best prevented by an adequate intake of calciumrich foods and Vitamin D, naturally available through sunlight.

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WELL BEING Certain foods and supplements may help prevent

Other herbs that relieve swelling and inflammation

or delay the onset of arthritis or minimise its

are devil’s claw, boswellia, cat’s claw and ginger.

damage and should be included in the diet: Absence of mental poise. Arthritis is a psychosomatic • Green (alkaline) vegetables and their juices

disease. Disturbance of mental health or poise creates disturbances of the physical body and affects

• Flax seed oil • Raw, unsalted nuts and seeds, particularly sesame and almonds • Nutritional supplements such as calcium, magnesium, Vitamin D, Vitamin K2, strontium citrate and boron. Alfalfa contains all minerals essential for bone health.

• Glucosamine and chondroitin are nutrients that can be obtained as supplements. These

the most vulnerable organs of the body.

Certain foods and supplements may help prevent or delay the onset of arthritis

substances are important in the formation of bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and synovial (joint) fluid.

Hydrotherapy

• Essential fatty acids in the form of Omega 3 and

Hydrotherapy is used extensively in naturopathic

6 reduce inflammation in the joints.

medicine and is particularly helpful in the treatment of osteoporosis. Hydrotherapy includes

Certain acidic foods and substances that interfere

water exercises that help strengthen muscles.

with calcium absorption:

Constitutional hydrotherapy involves the application of hot and cold towels to detoxify the body and

• Nicotine products

stimulate the immune system.

• Carbonated sodas, alcohol and caffeinated drinks • Excessive salt and sugar • Red meat and dairy products.

Red meat and dairy products interfere with the absorption of calcium because they contain high amounts of protein. The more protein a person consumes, the less calcium is absorbed by the body. intake can help offset this dietary imbalance.

Herbs

INFORMATION

Increasing calcium intake or decreasing protein E-mail your queries to our writer: Dr Komal Shah (Naturopathic Doctor, Yoga Therapist and Nutritionist) at: info@healthinyourhands.co.ke or call +254 737 471300

Various herbal remedies have been used effectively in the naturopathic treatment of arthritis, including

Elixir Health

drynaria root (Drynaria fortunei), used to nourish

Level 2, above Food Court Tel: +254 (0)20 712 0217 Email: elixirhealth@nbi.ispkenya.com

the kidneys and strengthen bones, and red clover (Trifolium pratense), prevents breakdown of existing bone mass.

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OFF THE SHELF

THE ELEPHANT WHISPERER

Book Worm A quick look at the latest bestsellers

Author: lawrence Anthony Price: KES 960 When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a heard of ‘rogue’ wild elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd’s last chance of survival. Dangerous and unpredictable, they would be killed if Anthony failed to take them in. As he risked his life to create a bond with the troubled elephants and persuade them to stay on his reserve, Anthony came to realise what a special family they were – from the wise matriarch, Nana, who guided the herd, to her warrior sister, Frankie, always ready to see off any threat, to their children, who fought so hard to survive. With unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, this enthralling book will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.

THE FLYING MAN Author: roopa farooki Price: KES 1,680 Meet Maqil – also known as Mike, Mehmet, Mikhail and Miguel – a character and charlatan. A criminally clever man who tells a good tale, trading on his charm and good looks, reinventing himself with a new identity and nationality in each successive country where he makes his home, abandoning wives and children and careers in the process.

He’s a compulsive gambler, driven to lose at least as much as he gains, in games of chance and in life. A damaged man in search of himself. 'The Flying Man' is an affecting, evocative and often funny story of the ultimate immigrant, a man who fits in everywhere and nowhere, who cannot help but cause harm to those around him, but who ultimately inspires love.

ONE DAY I’LL WRITE ABOUT THIS PLACE Author: Binyavanga Wainaina Price: KES 2,250 Binyavanga Wainaina won the 2002 Caine Prize for African Writing. In this vivid and compelling memoir, Wainaina takes us through his school days, his mother’s religious period, his failed attempt to study commerce in South Africa, a moving family reunion in Uganda, and his travels around Kenya. The landscape in front of him always claims his main attention, but he evokes the shifting political scene that unsettles his views on family, tribe and nationhood. Resolutely avoiding stereotype and cliché, Wainaina paints every scene with a highly distinctive and hugely memorable brush.

I N F O R M AT I O N

BOOKS AVAIlABlE AT:

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Westlands Sundries Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: +254 20 7122437 Email: wsundries@nbi.ispkenya.com

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THE LOST KINGDOMS OF AFRICA Author: Gus Casely-Hayford Price: KES 1,800 For many of us, the history of Africa is, at best, vague. We might think of Egyptian pyramids, legendary queens and Zulu warriors. The truth, of course, is much more diverse, creative and culturally rich. In ‘The Lost Kingdoms of Africa’, Gus Casely-Hayford takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of this remarkable continent. We encounter archaeological sites of staggering beauty that rival the Great Wall of China, vast and ancient universities that predate Oxford and Cambridge, kingdoms of extraordinary wealth, artistic traditions that still inspire artists today, great religious sites that surpass the Vatican, and a country with more pyramids than Egypt.

For Seasons Blockbusters on DVD

THE SECRET DIARY OF A CALL GIRL Creator: lucy Prebble Starring: Billie Piper, Iddo Goldberg and Cherie lunghi

DOLLHOUSE Creator: Joss Whedon Starring: Eliza Dushku, Harry lennix, and fran Kranz Genre: Drama, Mystery, Sci-fi

The show follows an organisation that employs mind-wiped humans known as Dolls who are implanted with false memories and skills for various missions and tasks. When they are not ‘at work’ they are living in a real-life Dollhouse which gives the show its name. One of these mind-wiped humans, a young woman named Echo, is starting to become aware of herself and what is going on. All the while, somebody on the outside is trying to bring the Dollhouse down while getting closer to Echo, possibly not aware that she is one of the Dolls he is after.

Genre: Drama

A British TV drama based on the blog and books by the pseudonymous Belle de Jour. The series, set in London, revolves around the life of Hannah Baxter (Billie Piper), a seemingly normal woman who lives a secret life as a call girl under the pseudonym Belle. The series focuses on her professional and private life and its complications as they collide. However, she receives help and advice from her best friend Ben (Iddo Goldberg), in most situations.

KNIGHT RIDER Director: Steve Shill Starring: Justin Bruening, Deanna russo and Paul Campbell Genre: Mystery, Thriller

Creator: Stephen Chbosky, Josh Schaer, Jonathan E. Steinberg Starring: Skeet Ulrich, lennie James and Ashley Scott Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery

When Jake Green returns to his Kansas small-town home, Jericho, where his father Johnston is mayor, everyone is preoccupied with petty private business and family matters.

But that changes drastically after a sudden explosion. It soon becomes clear there has been a nuclear attack. No-one knows by whom or on what scale. Suddenly, as inhabitants gradually discover all over the disintegrating USA, life in Jericho has become a more primordial struggle for survival, in which dangers, primitive as well as technological, have to be weighed against pressing primal needs such as food, fuel and selfdefence against plunderers, invaders and even each other. *KES 2,500 registration fee and KES 200 per DVD borrowed. First four rentals free with new membership sign-up. Home delivery and pick-up also available.

When a group of ruthless mercenaries kill a reclusive scientist, his creation, a new model of artificially intelligent supercar, escapes to find his daughter and recruit an ex-soldier to thwart them.

Mike Traceur, a bitter former Army Ranger and failed racing driver, neither cares for nor wants this chance to make up for his past failings. A new driver is wanted, but Traceur is reluctant to join this mysterious group and doubts whether he or the Knight Industries Three Thousand (KITT) supercar can make a difference. He has problems, he’s in debt and people want to kill him. The choice is all too obvious for him and KITT.

INFORMATION

JERICHO

TO BOrrOW OrIGINAl DVDs VISIT: Moviebuster, Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: 0715 818774 or 0732 242294 Email: moviebusterkenya@gmail.com Web: www.moviebusterkenya.com

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Reel News A look at the latest releases

MAN ON A LEDGE

GHOST RIDER – Spirit of Vengeance

Starring: Sam Worthington, Elizabeth Banks, Jamie Bell Directed by: Asger leth Genre: Crime, Thriller Studio: Summit Entertainment Showing in: April 2012

An ex-cop turned con threatens to jump to his death from a Manhattan hotel rooftop. The nearest New York Police officer immediately responds to a screaming woman and calls dispatch.

More officers arrive with SWAT and tactical command along with firemen. The police then dispatch a female police psychologist who has been personally requested to talk him down from the ledge. However, things aren’t as straightforward and clear-cut as they appear to be.

Starring: Nicholas Cage, Ciaran Hinds, Idris Elba Directed by: Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor Genre: Action, fantasy, Thriller Studio: Columbia Pictures & Hyde Park Entertainment Showing in: April 2012

Johnny Blaze is a man who has made a deal with the Devil (who called himself Roarke at the time). Johnny is on the run, trying to make sure no-one is harmed by his alter ego, the Ghost Rider.

He is approached by a monk named Moreau, who says he can help him get free of the Rider, but first he needs Johnny’s help to protect a boy whom Roarke has plans for.

HUNGER GAMES

GONE

Starring: Jenifer lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, liam Hemsworth Directed by: Gary ross Genre: Action, Drama, Sci-fi Studio: lionsgate Showing in: April 2012

When her sister disappears, Jill is convinced the serial killer who kidnapped her two years ago has returned, and sets out once again to face her abductor.

WATCH THESE MOVIES AT: INFORMATION

In a not-too-distant future, North America has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war, to be replaced by Panem, a country divided into the Capitol and 12 districts. Each year, two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery to participate in The Hunger Games. Part entertainment, part brutal intimidation of the subjugated districts, the televised games are broadcast throughout Panem. The 24 participants are forced to eliminate their competitors, literally, with all citizens required to watch. When 16-year-old Katniss’s young sister, Prim, is selected as the mining district’s female representative, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She and her male counterpart, Peeta, will be pitted against bigger, stronger representatives who have trained for this their whole lives.

Starring: Amanda Seyfried, Jennifer Carpenter, Wes Bently Directed by: Heitor Dhalia Genre: Drama, Thriller Studio: lakeshore Entertainment Showing in: May 2012

Starflix Cinemas, The Village Market Level 3, Opposite Superbowl Tel: +254 720 602222

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Creative Connections: The Village Market Public Art Design Competition 2012

T

he Village Market Management has launched a Public Art Design Competition. Artists from all over the

country will be invited to design life-size sculptures for display in public areas of The Village Market.

The project seeks a unique design that will be consistent with its surrounding site and will take into consideration public movement, public open space and interaction between people and public art. The centre offers a unique platform for the artwork to be seen by a wide range of people and the competition is an excellent opportunity to truly express the meaning of public art.

Through this competition, the Management hopes to enhance The Village Market environment and create an opportunity for artists’ talents to be recognised. The selection process will take up to three months and will end in May 2012.

Who can submit designs?

Anyone over 18 who lives, works or goes to school in Kenya can submit their design.

Application forms are available at the Management Office and each participant can

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ART DESIGN COMPETITION enter at least three designs. You don’t have to be a professional artist to enter. Send your design and, if it is chosen, your work could be immortalised as public work at The Village Market.

Five finalists will receive KES 20,000 for their winning design proposals.

What to keep in mind when working designs Requirements: Designs must be original, suitable for outdoor installation and able to be secured to a concrete base. They should also be weatherproof, suitable for high traffic areas, safe for children and suitable for family viewing.

Location: The sculptures will be located in The Village Market complex. The choice of location will be determined by the artists, with the exception of a few specific areas designated by the Board.

Village Market Management

Display: The designs will be no taller than 15 ft

nor the

or heavier than 250 kg without prior approval.

selection panel is

The Village Market will display the item under

obliged to accept any

the artist’s name and will give full credit in all

of the artists’ designs

publications where images of the pieces are

and may reject all designs.

shown. A written description of the art piece, the

Each artist is advised and by

thought behind the design and the message it is

the submission of a design

trying to convey will accompany the final artwork.

agrees with The

Once selected, the art piece will not be duplicated

Village Market

in any other form.

Management that the

Disclaimer: The Village Market is under no obligation

Management

to have all the art pieces constructed immediately.

will not be responsible

What kind of prizes will be awarded?

for any

The selection panel will shortlist 30 proposals and

losses,

then choose five winning designs. The selection

damages

panel can choose more than one design submitted

(including damages for loss of

by one person. The winners will receive KES

anticipated profit) or liabilities incurred by the

20,000. Artists in the top-30 short list will draw

artist as a result of or arising out of submitting a

for a grand prize. The winners will be selected by

design, or due to the Management’s acceptance

a four-member panel comprising a Village Market

or non-acceptance of their design or arising out

director, a tenant and two members of the art

of any contract award not made in accordance

community in Kenya.

with the expressed or implied terms of the call

costs, expenses,

for designs. Until a written contract in a form

Consequences of submission and acceptance of designs

satisfactory to The Village Market Management

Interested artists are advised that neither The

created between the artist and the The Village

is executed by both the Management and the artist, no legal rights or responsibility shall be Market Management.

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The property offers stunning architecture and a hotel experience unlike any other

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SAVOUR

Tribe Hotel honoured in Trendiest Hotels awards

T

ribe Hotel in Nairobi was chosen as a Top 5 winner in Africa’s Trendiest Hotels category by TripAdvisor in its 2012

Travellers’ Choice awards.

Now in its 10th year, the annual TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards honour the world’s best hotels, earning their distinction from those who know them best – real travellers. Unlike other hotel honours, TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice winners are based on millions of valuable reviews and opinions from travellers around the world. channels, king-sized beds, mood-enhancing “With the help of millions of travellers around

lighting, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, high-pressure

the globe, TripAdvisor is thrilled to recognise the

rain showers, refrigerator, free wireless internet

world’s most outstanding hotels for the 10th year

and complimentary minibar. For executives, Tribe

of the Travellers’ Choice awards,” said Christine

offers a full-service business centre, secretarial

Petersen, president, TripAdvisor for Business.

assistance, newspaper and magazine delivery, free

“From the best bargain hotels to best luxury

parking, executive boardrooms and state-of-the-

hotels, remarkable service, value and quality are

art conferencing equipment. Tribe’s amenities,

the hallmarks of our Travellers’ Choice winners.”

location and atmosphere come together to ensure a luxurious stay for guests and to offer an

As TripAdvisor has continued its growth

experience that is sure to inspire the senses.

globally, featuring sites in 30 countries and in 21 languages, the Travellers’ Choice Hotels awards

Tribe was featured on Condé Nast Traveller’s

now highlight a broader range of spectacular

prestigious Hot List in 2010 and again in 2011

properties across the globe.

for the hotel’s spa.

About Tribe Hotel Tribe Hotel is a luxurious, award-winning property located in the heart of Nairobi’s diplomatic Gigiri district. The property offers stunning architecture and a hotel experience unlike any other. The seamless balance of clean, modern architecture and African warmth in handmade wooden furniture, local fabrics and artefacts epitomises the

TrIBE HOTEl

Tribe has 137 rooms, including duplex lofts,

The Village Market Tel: +254 20 7200000 Email: stay@tribehotel-kenya.com

suites and a presidential wing. Each room features 300 thread count sheets, widescreen LCD TVs with DVD players and premium satellite

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hotel’s motto of ‘One Planet, One Tribe’.

Web: www.tribe-hotel.com

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n端vifone M10

This stylish smartphone was built to give you the best of both worlds, seamlessly connecting your business life with your personal life 20

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T

he nüvifone M10 is a full-featured

want to go. With the nüvifone M10, you can

smartphone that works as hard as you

find addresses and get voice-prompted, turn-by-

do. Combining the enterprise-friendly

turn directions that speak street names to your

Windows Mobile platform with Garmin’s

destination. The nüvifone M10 also supports

proven navigation, the nüvifone M10 was

junction view and lane assist, so you’ll always

designed to take you places. And with

know the right lane at the right time. And with

access to Windows Marketplace, you’ll have

highway mode on the nüvifone M10, you’ll have

hundreds of apps right at your fingertips.

details on upcoming exits to give you perspective on your trip. In addition, the nüvifone M10 comes

Connect your worlds With nüvifone M10, you’ll have a digital

preloaded with millions of points of interest so you’ll have details, including phone numbers, to assist you while you’re on the move.

assistant at your side. This stylish smartphone was built to give you the best of both worlds, seamlessly

Location-based services

connecting your business life with your

Recognising that location is relevant to every aspect

personal life. In addition to running

of every day, the nüvifone M10 is designed with

the powerful Windows Mobile OS, the nüvifone M10 comes preloaded with FacebookTM and YouTubeTM apps, allowing you to stay in sync with your surroundings while getting more done in less time.

location-based services (LBS) at its core and it has the most advanced LBS experience for a Windows Mobile phone. Navigation functions are linked to frequently used applications such as calendar, contacts, email, internet browser and messaging.

Because, no matter where you’re going, getting

Designed to move you

there is as important as being there.

The nüvifone M10 is ready to go with the included

Make it your own

car kit and power cable. Simply plug it in and snap it in the car mount and you’ll be on your way in

The nüvifone M10 is easy to customise to fit your

no time. The nüvifone M10 also features a bright

needs. In addition to the apps available from the

3.5 inch display to help guide you on your way.

Windows Marketplace, you’ll also have access to

And with a 5.0 MP camera that automatically geo-

our suite of connected services, including flight

tags your pictures, you’ll be able to share location

status information, weather forecasts, traffic

details about the places around you.

details and more. With the nüvifone M10, you’ll have a phone designed for the way you work.

Stay informed

Courtesy of: www.garminasus.com

The nüvifone M10 puts all the information you need right on the home screen. From new emails and text messages to missed calls and calendar appointments, you’ll have at-a-glance details via the intuitive interface. And to give you easy access content secure, the nüvifone M10 can be synched over the air with your computer and enterprise systems via Exchange ActiveSync functionality.

Choose your own path Featuring Garmin’s award-winning navigation,

available at: INFORMATION

to your contacts and emails while keeping the

Zeus Development Company Ltd 3rd Level, next to Superbowl Tel: +254 (20) 8083001 or 8082888 Cell: 0737 777770 or 0714 880888 or 0718 199999 or 0771877777 International Roaming: +447924586777 Email: zeusdevco@gmail.com

the nüvifone M10 will get you wherever you

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Village Diary April 2012 March to May 2012

27 April to 7 May

Creative Connections – a public art design competition

Bobea Art Centre Exhibition

The competition will engage artists from all over the country to design life-size sculptures to be displayed in public areas of The Village Market. The project seeks a unique design that will be consistent with its surrounding site and that takes into consideration public movement, public open space and interaction between people and public art.

Time: 10 am to 6 pm

12 to 22 April

Sunny Daze Furniture Exhibition Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: Old Exhibition Hall Formed by Arif Mandviwalla in 1990, Sunny Daze’s reputation for Italian-style, Kenyan-made outdoor furniture has grown to encompass elegant Swahili antiques from both Lamu and Zanzibar.

The antiques have a timeless quality that allows them to sit comfortably with contemporary designs.

14 April

Easter Delights

The Bobea Art Centre presents a unique collection of paintings compiled by children from poor backgrounds and others who have undergone difficult experiences.

The exhibition has been organised by the centre’s director, Pascal Chuma, who is an artist as well as a fine art teacher.

27 April to 7 May

Kisii Soapstone Sculpture Exhibition Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: New Exhibition Hall Peter Kenyana Owendo displays a series of sculptures carved from soapstone. The award-winning artist is often commissioned to decorate residences and design logos for companies. See and buy some of his pieces in his first exhibition this year at The Village Market.

Time: 9 am to 12 noon

27 to 29 April

Info: Bonus Card Desk

Jazztified Weekend

The Village Market brings you a season full of great shopping, live entertainment and the best recreation facilities in the city.

This Easter, explore 150 shops, 20 restaurants and all the familyfun activities at The Village Market. Sign up for the Bonus Card programme and get extra-special rewards and Easter treats. Easter Delights at The Village Market – a truly great family experience.

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Venue: food Court The first event of its kind at The Village Market, this will feature an array of exciting and entertaining bands and well-known names in Kenya’s jazz community.

VILLAGE DIARY

May 2012 4 to 6 May

First Stitches – a fashion design competition for children aged 10 to 13 years Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: New Exhibition Hall A chance for young children to design and exhibit clothes and other sewed fashion accessories. The public can vote for the best designs. Winners will receive awards and participants will get certificates.

10 to 13 May

Quilt Exhibition Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: Old Exhibition Hall A displays of handmade quilts by the Kenya Quilt Association.

Learn something new at the retail stands, selling unique craftwork. Be inspired, then buy all you need for your home.

17 to 24 May

Rift Valley Painters Exhibition Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: Old Exhibition Hall An exhibition of beautiful paintings by a range of artists.

24 to 27 May

Two Girls, a Guy and Some Art Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: New Exhibition Hall

26 to 27 May

Jean-ius Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: New Exhibition Hall Families get to custom-make their old jeans in creative artistic ways. These will then be displayed at the exhibition hall for the public to admire and vote for the best designs. Designs with the most votes will receive prizes for their creative concepts.

INFORMATION

An exhibition of photographs by Gretchen Boisseau, paintings by Marc Dubois and jewellery by Frida Nathoo.

For more information about any of the events contact The Village Market: Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488-90 Email: pr@villagemaket-kenya.com Facebook Page: The Village Market Twitter Handle: @VillageMarket

Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com

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CULTURE

Third annual Ideal Interiors Show 2012 T

he third annual Ideal Interiors Show was

host, Hamed Ehsani, managing director of

held at The Village Market from

The Village Market.

7 to 11 March.

In his speech, Mr Odhiambo described the event as

The show gave both participants and Village Market

a feast of exciting ideas, saying it was an opportunity

shoppers a chance to catch up with the latest design

for both exhibitors and visitors to engage.

trends, new products, materials, appliances and what consumers want for their homes.

On his part, Mr Ehsani thanked the organisers for once again choosing The Village Market as an ideal

'Celebrating Your Space'

venue for the interiors expo. “The Village Market

This year’s show, entitled ‘Celebrating Your Space’,

that seeks to introduce a concentration of trendy,

featured international design houses, locally

design-centric exhibits,” he said.

as a host is happy to be part of a transformation

based suppliers and designers displayed their best interior wares for home, office and garden.

The Ideal Interiors Show culminated in a gala night presided over by Kenya's Vice President, the

The official opening was presided over by Philip

Hon. Kalonzo Musyoka, accompanied by several

Sika, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of

Government officials and Members of Parliament.

Metropolitan Development, who noted the event’s growth over the years in his keynote address.

Awards

Other speeches were delivered by the event

During the evening cocktail event, several

director, Humphrey Odhiambo, and by the event

exhibitors received awards in different categories.

The night’s biggest winner was Ideal Ceramics, whose immaculate display saw them clinch several awards in the Kitchen and Bathroom category.

The awards recognise excellence in the design, construction and installation of kitchens and bathrooms in the region today.

The Ideal Interiors Show is a thought-provoking event and one-stop lifestyle experience, with high display standards and a dazzling range of creative interiors for both private and commercial properties. It is an ideal opportunity for both participants and show attendants to catch up with the latest design trends, new products, materials, appliances and interiors in the market.

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Quality clothing brand kits out Nairobi's fashion-conscious One Way

T

he premium leisurewear fashion label

T-shirts, polo shirts and men’s sultana shirts as

One Way is well known for creating

well as women’s tops.

authentic and captivating African

designs for the casual clothing aficionado. This renowned label is manufactured by Straight

What makes it so good

Line Enterprises Ltd, the brainchild of founder

The garments are made from 100 per cent

and managing director Permod Malhotra.

combed, high-grade cotton, thus forming a higher count yarn. The fabric is finer and softer

By focusing on quality and adapting designs to the

and designed to dispense moisture quickly from

environment in which it operates, the company

the body. Stitching is more enforced, making the

has steadily risen to become a real force in the

garment more durable. Overall weight is much

East African fashion industry. Thirty per cent of

lower compared with similar outfits in the market

One Way’s production is for the East African

owing to the high count yard. Although there is no

market while 70 per cent is exported.

Lycra or elastic in the fabric, the risk of shrinking is minimal. The outfits are easy to wash, by hand or

T-shirts were the first in a series of lines introduced

machine, and easy to iron. Moreover, the garment

by One Way. The product range has expanded

fits perfectly and feels comfortable on the skin.

rapidly to include safari wear, fleeces, kikoys (also known as kikoy sarongs) towels, caps and linen.

You can buy a Poa outfit at:

New Poa collection One Way

(a colloquial Kenyan term for ‘nice’). This unique range of original designs and styles of casualwear depicts the mood and vibrancy of Africa.

The Poa fashion line is especially suitable for

INFORMATION

One Way has launched a new collection called Poa

1st Level, opposite Nakumatt Tel: +254 (20) 7120177/533 Mobile: +254 723 990000/ 733 854679 Email: victor@one-way.cc

Web: www.one-way.cc

summer and hot weather. The range includes

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Rhino River Camp P

icture a group of just eight luxury cottages made of canvas and local hardwood. Add a beautiful swimming

pool, a relaxing and comfortable public area and plenty of nature trails through private land, and you have a perfect base from which to venture into one of Kenya’s most scenic parks. This is what makes Rhino River Camp such a quiet and exclusive retreat.

Meru National Park Rhino River Camp is on the western border of Meru National Park, 200 miles north-east of Nairobi, on the banks of the Kindani River. Affectionately known as Kenya’s complete wilderness, Meru National Park contains an abundance of wildlife, from rare exotic birds to big game such as elephant, lion, cheetah and leopard and, of course, the famously free-roaming rhino. The park is also home to reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk and oryx – animals rarely seen in other parts of Kenya or, for that matter, East Africa.

An environment that is normally dry, like most of northern Kenya, is transformed by the 13 perennial rivers flowing through it. Originating in the Nyambeni Hills to the west, these rivers

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Escape

are the main reason for the park’s spectacular

bush at their own pace and experience a vivid

diversity of wildlife and landscapes.

personal connection with the magnificent local wildlife. Seen in their natural habitat, the animals

Canvas cottages

of Meru offer the visitor a wonderful experience

Inside Rhino River Camp, guests can enjoy the

complemented by the beautiful landscape.

of African wilderness and raw, unspoilt nature,

sights and sounds of over 180 species of colourful birds, together with resident mammals that

Once you have worked up an appetite, you

include Syke’s monkey, baboon, dik dik, bush

can enjoy fine cuisine prepared by the camp’s

baby, porcupine and the occasional bushbuck.

experienced chefs, either in the camp or al fresco.

The canvas cottages of Rhino River Camp are set

Getting there

among the trees of the pristine forest bordering the Kindani River. Spacious, comfortable and

Rhino River Camp can be reached by car on a

blending in with the forest, they make a perfect

sealed tarmac road, arriving at the main gate

retreat and an ideal location from which to enjoy

of Meru National Park, or by a scheduled or

the living, breathing environment of the forest.

chartered flight, landing inside the park, with a

Each room has a view over the river and its huge

complimentary 40-minute transfer to the camp.

raffia palms, yellow fever trees and tamarinds.

This scenic journey offers many visitors their first glimpse of the area’s big game.

The cottages are scattered along the river bank. Each enjoys its own unimpeded view, thus ensuring a private

Meru is famous as the one-time home of Elsa the

and peaceful place to stay in a highly romantic setting.

lioness, of ‘Born Free’ fame. Lions are still there, of course, and some of these could be heirs of the

Rhythms of life

world’s most famous lioness.

There is a range of activities on and off camp,

Rhino River Camp

massages, birdwatching and visits to the villages of

Tel: +254 732 809287 / +254 732 985162 +254 723 969124 Email: info@rhinorivercamp.com enquiries@rhinorivercamp.com andreama@col.it

the peaceful and friendly Meru people. Every activity is an opportunity to enjoy the wonderful scenery and rhythms of life that are classically African.

Four-wheel-drive vehicles and professional guides are on hand so that guests can explore the

INFORMATION

including bush walks, fishing, mountain biking,

Web: rhinorivercamp.com

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PICTORIAL Escape

Village Scene 1 A Honda promotion held recently at The Village Market main entrance.

2 Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka addresses exhibitors at the Ideal Interiors Show gala night.

3 Shahin Rajwani, of Spiegel Interiors, tells Vice President Kalonzo Muyoka (left) about her company’s products. Looking on is the Hon. Johnson Muthama, MP for Kangundo 4 Hamed Ehsani (right), managing director of The Village Market, welcomes Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka to the Ideal Interiors Show gala night. Looking on are some of the event’s exhibitors and organisers.

5 Raafat Sheriff, marketing director of

Ideal Ceramics, speaks to exhibitors and visitors at the official opening of the Ideal Interiors Show. Looking on is Hamed Ehsani, managing director of The Village Market.

6 Admiring some of the interior furnishings displayed by Ideal Ceramics are: Hamed Ehsani, managing director of The Village Market; Raafat Sheriff, marketing director of Ideal Ceramics; Philip Sika, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Nairobi Metropolitan Development; and Humphrey Odhiambo, event director of the Ideal Interiors Show.

7 The Village Market’s Recreation Department undergo a week-long customer service training programme..

8 Ana Siongok, winner of the first prize in the ‘Shop Local, Win Global’ Christmas promotion, is all smiles as she receives her prize from Hamed Ehsani, managing director of The Village Market.

9 Liebe Savage (right) and Belline Griffiths, who each won a set of tyres in the ‘Shop Local, Win Global’ Christmas promotion, are congratulated by Reema Doshi, PR and marketing manager of Kingsway Tyres..

10 The Village Market’s financial controller, Deepak Ghosh, presents Liebe Savage with her prize – a set of 4x4 tyres which she won in the 'Shop Local, Win Global' Christmas promotion.

11 Brendan Fernandes, group diplomatic and external security liaison officer for The Village Market and Tribe Hotel, receives a graduation certificate from Gitani Kanyeki, SSP in the Administration Police, after completing a course in First Response to Terrorist Incidents and Medical Stabilisation. The course was sponsored by the US Department of State’s Antiterrorism Assistance Program.

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The Village Market

Fashion & Accessories Adele Dejak Athens Bag Shop Athens Leather Shop Athens Shoes Athens Men’s Shop Bata Barton Mode City Walk Coco Chic D’s Boutique Fabric Gallery Fahari Bridal Boutique Fashion Brands Glamourize Handcraft Centre Identity Istanbul Lavent Fashions Jaishiv (Khazana) Jit Gems Kazuri 2000 Kikoy Made in Africa Mille Collines Moksh Nairobi Sports House Oltre One Way Pilotesa

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Sandstorm Slippers Glitter Tinga Tinga Trevor Collection Woolworths

Food & Restaurants Amadeus Arlecchino Art Caffe Debonairs Pizza Dorman’s Coffee Shop Epic Restaurant – Tribe German Point Khazana Restaurant Orchid Osteria Gigiri Planet Yogurt Pomodoro Prime Cuts Revive Juice Bar Ro Ro Restaurant Sea World Steers Tamambo Tapas Taste of Africa Thai Food

Essentials All Times Arabian Corner Blue Lily Catermart Essential Communication Solutions Ltd Kitengela Glass Moviebuster Nakumatt Nokia Shop Ocram Girap Personal Systems (Apple Store) Pets & Pots Power Innovations Ltd Prime Cuts Butchery Pure Flow Safaricom Customer Care Centre Shifaz Veterinary Clinic Sugar Candy Technology House Toy World Westlands Sundries Wishes Zeus Development Company Ltd Zucchni Greengrocers

Financial Services Barclays Bank

A TO Z OF THE VILLAGE MARKET

at a Glance

Barclays Self Service (ATM) Cenhi Ltd CfC Auto Bank (ATM) Chase Bank Chase Xtra Teller (ATM) Commercial Bank of Africa Coop Cash (ATM) Diamond Trust Bank DTB ATM Eco Bank ATM Equity Auto Branch (ATM) Imperial Bank Imperial Bank ATM KCB Quick Serve (ATM) Kenya Commercial Bank NIC ATM NIC Bank Pesa Point ATM Standard Chartered Fast Cash (ATM) Veritas Financial Services (VSF) Village Forex Bureau

Other Services AA Kenya Bobby Pal Photography DHL Kenya Valuers Estate Agents Kingsway Tyre Centre

KK Security Post Office Schofield & Associates Tintoria Drycleaners Village Photoshop Wynton House of Music

Home Decor, Furniture, Furnishings & Curios Artz Gallery Blue Rhino Curtain World Home Décor, 1001 Pots Kalabash Kashmir Arts Mini Maasai Market One Der Box Palacina Interiors Persian Carpets Power Innovations Past & Present Pinkopallino Sweet Dreams Tree House

Health & Beauty Aromatic Perfume Bar Belladonna Pharmacy Dream Nails

Elixir Health Grassroots Jaff’s Optical Salon Malibu Salon Natalie Spa Siam (Africa) Village Dental Clinic

Tours & Travel Services Bunson Travel Services Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office Langata Link (Holiday Homes Kenya) Phoenix Safaris

Recreation & Entertainment Dream Zone (Food Court) Dream Zone (Rooftop) Hi Tide Waterpark Put-O-Mania (Mini Golf) Village Express Starflix Cinemas Superbowl Tin Man (Pool Hall)

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Essential Contacts & Information All Times News Stand Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm

Tel: 0736 313345/ 0720 695114 Email: atmina@villagemarket-kenya.com

Barclays Bank Prestige Centre Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122741/ 7120042/ 7121963 prestige.village-market@barclays.com

Belladonna Pharmacy Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147 admin@belladonnapharmacy.com

Bonus Card Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: bonuscard@villagemarket-kenya.com

Bunson Travel Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sunday: 9.30 am to 12 noon

Tel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/7122080 Email: info@bunsontravel.co.ke

Chase Bank Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 11 am to 2 pm

Tel: +254 20 7121581/419/548 +254 20 2774224

Commercial Bank of Africa Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed

Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturdays: 9 am to 3 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 20 7121072/241 +254 20 6422790-9 Email: contact@kenya-airways.com

Kenya Commercial Bank Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 4 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 7122012/ 003 +254 20 7120483 Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke

Management & Security Office Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 5.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

Marketing & PR Department

Marketing & PR Department Monday to Friday: 8 am to 5 pm Saturdays: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122488 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com

Nakumatt Supermarket Monday to Sunday: 8.30 am to 8 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122507/8/9 Email: mgrvillage@nakumatt.net

NIC Bank Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 11.30 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 20 7120263/346 0710 60235/ 0737 800170

Tel: +254 20 2888791-4 0720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791-4

DHL

Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com

Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Phoenix Safaris

Tel: +254 20 7124172

Diamond Trust Bank Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 8 am to 4 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122270/ 7122271/ 2357982 0 711 300003/ 0733 440074 Email: info@dtbkenya.co.ke

Monday to Friday: 7.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11 am to 5 pm

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 am Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 4 pm

Tel: 0722 002372 Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday: 10 am to 11 am Public Holidays: On appointment

Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761 0733 775064

Superbowl Monday to Thursday: 9 am to 11 pm Friday to Sunday: 9 am to 12 midnight

Tel: +254 20 7123141 Email: recreation@villagemarket-kenya.com

The Village Market Taxi Service Available 24 hours daily

Tel: 0717 207662

Village Dental Clinic Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 025 0 733 8365081/ 0722 154903 Email: villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com

Technology House Kenya Ltd Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122905 0722 510343 / 0734 510343 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Tintoria Drycleaners Monday to Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm Sunday: Closed

Tel: +254 20 7122984 Email: tintoria@wananchi.com

Tribe Hotel Reservations Desk

Tel: +254 20 7200000

Tel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942

Email: tribe@villagemarket-kenya.com

Email: info@phoenix-safaris.de

Village Market Forex Bureau

Post Office

Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 10 am to 2 pm

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 1 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11 am to 5 pm

Tel: +254 20 7121830/ 0735 764673

Tel: +254 20 7122126/ 7120733 +254 20 7122901/473

Prime Cuts Butchery

Zucchini Greengrocers

Tel: +254 20 7122068/ 7124004

Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm

Email: dorman@village.co.ke

Tel: +254 20 7120403

Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506

Dormans Coffee Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 6.30 pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30 am to 10 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 pm to 7 pm

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Safaricom Customer Care Centre

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Monday to Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm