Village Beat Magazine. October-November 2012

YOUR COMPLIMENTARY COPY October - November 2012

WELL BEING Beating colds and Flu

ACTION FOUNDATION

Art camp youngsters get creative

From rags to riches?

Turning recycled items into fine art

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VillageBeat

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Jambo!

We keep the mood sunny – whatever the weather

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Village News

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Culture

Jarida Crafts

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Five Minutes with...

Food Court renovations

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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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Profiler

Walter Kabagi, Accounts Department

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Well Being

Colds and Flu

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Escape

Luxury Spa offers magic of ancient remedies

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Feature

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Village Diary

Upcoming Events

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Savour

Laki Laki

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Village Scene

Quilt-maker's art

Sales & Advertising: Janet Mbugua, Damar Padwa

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Still Here

Marketing Manager: Dominic Mbugua

Flowers for every occasion

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Tyres

Reducing wear and tear on your bank balance

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Gadgets

Keeping an eye on nature's warning signals

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A-Z

The Village Market at a glance

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Essential Contacts & Information

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WELCOME

Jambo!

People who care about people

F

or lack of a better word, we’re calling

Food Court. Dena Crain, of the Kenya Quilt Guild,

this the ‘mushy’ issue. For the last two

speaks about the upcoming Quarke exhibition in

months we have interacted with people

Village Scene, while Walter Agama takes up the

with beautiful stories of compassion.

Profiler section.

Take Joost Timpers, for instance. His Laki Laki brand

Look out for great events and exhibitions coming

of yoghurt is not just a good-tasting refreshment,

up as the year draws to an end, beginning

but also supports orphans at the Macheo Children’s

with the Halloween Party and our Christmas

Centre in Thika. Read this amazing story in the

Promotion.

Savour section. In the Culture column we tell you how a load of old magazines we had lying around

The fun has just begun!

was turned into colourful bowls by Jarida Crafts, one of many organisations we support. Still in line with this compassionate theme is our Feature story.

As part of our corporate social responsibility efforts, we donated KES 55,000 to Action Foundation, an organisation that helps improve the lives of people living with disability.

Ann Gitari Press Liaison Officer

In 5 Minutes, Managing Director Hamed Ehsani

The Village Market

tells you more about ongoing renovations to the

Email: ann@villagemarket-kenya.com

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NEWS

VillageNews New DHL Service DHL introduces a new Express Easy service that is simple, secure and affordable. For as little as KES 1,750 you can send a package from a business in Nairobi to a business in New York.

Food Court Renovations

What's more, DHL will also have a desk at the Friday Maasai Market area to provide this service to international shoppers and tourists.

The Food Court is to undergo major renovations over the next two months. This will pave the way for a better, more sophisticated Food Court that will have everyone talking. We apologise for any inconvenience caused during this period.

Halloween Party

Prime Cuts Reopens

On 27 October The Village Market opens its doors to all daring zombies, vampires, goblins and witches. The party will feature the darkest house of horrors, the coolest rock bands, awesome DJs and funky dance crews.

Your favourite delicatessen, Prime Cuts, has reopened after weeks of renovations. The deli now features a state-of-the-art counter with a sitting area and a spacious kitchen.

The renovations pave the way for major transformations coming to the Food Court.

Personal Systems Moves Closer

Christmas Promotion The Village Market Christmas Promotion will run for two months beginning on 4 November.

Lots of exciting prizes will be up for grabs. See press and posters for details.

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The Village Market Apple Store moves from the Second Level of the complex to Level 1, across the Food Court area. Get your Apple accessories with no hustles.

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CULTURE

From rags to riches?

It’s a fine art I

t all began with some spring cleaning and a concerted effort to get rid of old magazines, journals and other publications that had long served their purpose in The Village Market’s management office. Normally, this load of

waste paper would have found its way to the incinerator. On the other hand, we had better plans for it.

Somewhere in the heart of Kisumu, a 15-member group eagerly awaited our trash.

Under the name Jarida Crafts, the group has been making various items from recycled metal, water hyacinth and of, course, paper. These items include children’s toys, gift cards, necklaces, bookmarks and furniture.

Nonetheless, what they made from our waste paper was among their newest inventions – an array of multi-coloured bowls that took no more than three months to design and mould. With their work done, Jarida ferried the bowls and other items from Kisumu to Nairobi for an exhibition at The Village Market.

Once again, The Village Market is proud to be associated with yet another conservation effort spearheaded by Jarida Crafts.

To get in touch with Jarida Crafts Call Lillian on 0722 375470 or 0722 331263 Email: jaridacrafts2004@yahoo.com

To get in touch with Jarida Crafts: INFORMATION

display. They can be used to serve fruit or snacks or to display souvenirs at home.

INFORMATION

Retailing at KES 1,500 apiece, the bowls stood out among many other items on

Call Lillian on 0722 375470 or 0722 331263 Email: jaridacrafts2004@yahoo.com

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FIVE MINUTES WITH

Five Minutes with...

Award-winning Food Court

gets a fresh new look

Hamed Ehsani, Managing Director of The Village Market, describes the ongoing renovations to the Food Court

Why did the Management decided to renovate the Food Court?

A number of high quality restaurants are coming to The Village Market and we felt that the Food Court should rise to match these high standards. Secondly, our current Food Court design has been lauded as one of the best in the country, making us a leader of sorts in the business. However, we cannot let that get to our heads. It is important to keep improving and offering our customers something better. This is yet another opportunity to set the trend for future food courts in Kenya. Finally, our establishment was recently crowned the Best Food Court in Kenya at the Taste Awards. If we are to continue carrying that title, we must improve our Food Court in all aspects, from the food to the overall ambience.

How long will the renovations take?

We plan to complete the work in three months’ time while trying to minimise any inconvenience to our patrons.

What do the renovations mean for Food Court tenants?

We have had several meetings with proprietors of the various food outlets and they understand that they will have to upgrade their establishments. Some outlets, like Prime Cuts, have already taken the initiative by leading the revamping process.

What new features should we expect?

The Food Court is going to be much bigger and more spacious.

What do these renovations mean for the rest of the mall?

The umbrellas will be replaced with ultra-modern sails and the

Being in the market for the last 17 years, some areas within the

Court will also have a lounge atmosphere. I won’t to say too

mall have begun looking tired and will soon need a touch-up.

much and spoil the surprise for everyone.

The Food Court renovations are bound to have a ripple effect on the rest of the mall.

Many patrons love the waterfall and flowers.

Are these going to be part of the new design?

Should we expect a grand opening party?

The designers felt that the plants were an important feature of

We might have something special, but as far as parties go we

the new design and have factored in greenery. They have also

hope to have the renovations complete in time for our annual

included more flowers than before. Some of the water features

Halloween Party. My hope is that all our customers will come

will change, but the main ones will remain.

and enjoy our new look.

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OFF THE SHELF

Book Worm A quick look at the latest bestsellers

WINNER TAKE ALL: China’s Race For Resources And What It Means For Us Authors: Dambisa Moyo Price: kES 1,650

Our planet’s resources are running out. The media bombard us with constant warnings of impending shortages of fossil fuels, minerals, arable land and water and the political Armageddon that will result as insatiable global demand far outstrips supply. But how true is this picture? In Winner Take All, Dambisa Moyo cuts through the misconceptions and noise surrounding resource scarcity with a penetrating analysis of what really is at stake.

FIFTY SHADES OF GREY Author: E.l. James Price: kES 880

When literature student Anastasia Steele interviews successful entrepreneur Christian Grey, she fi nds him very attractive and deeply intimidating. Convinced that their meeting went badly, she tries to put him out of her mind – until he turns up at the store where she works part-time and invites her out. Unworldly and innocent, Ana is shocked to fi nd she wants this man. And, when he warns her to keep her distance, it only makes her want him more.

EXPLORERS OF THE NILE Author: Tim Jeal Price: kES 1,210

Six men and one woman, some of the greatest explorers who ever lived, risked their lives and reputations in the name of this quest, racing against each other to be the fi rst to succeed. Showing exceptional courage and astonishing resilience, Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke, Florence and Samuel Baker, James Grant, David Livingstone and Henry Morton Stanley journeyed through East and Central Africa into unmarked territory. They suffered the ravages of fl esh-eating ulcers, malaria and double-crossing. One fell in love with a king’s wife. Not all would return.

UNDER OUR SKIN Author: Donald Mcrae Price: kES 1,430

Don McRae came of age in a South Africa where his father would call the black men he met ‘boy’ and where the family’s black servants ate their meals in the backyard. The McRaes, like so many white people, seemed oblivious to the violent injustices of apartheid. As the author grew up, the political differences between father and son widened and when Don refused to join up for National Service, risking imprisonment or exile overseas, the two were torn apart.

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

OFF THE SHELF

For Seasons Blockbusters on DVD

FRITZ THE CAT

Starring: Skip Hinnant, rosetta leNoire and John McCurry Genre: Animation, Comedy

THE 10TH KINGDOM

Starring: kimberly WilliamsPaisley, Scott Cohen and John larroquette Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family

A hypocritical swinging college student cat raises hell in a satirical vision of various elements of the 1960s.

A father and daughter are caught in a parallel universe where the great queens Snow White, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood have had their kingdoms fragmented by warring trolls, giants and goblins.

SPIRAL

Starring: Caroline Proust, GrĂŠgory Fitoussi and Philippe Duclos Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery French police drama with a twist.

THE JURY

New York is the setting for this courtroom drama about a jury of 12 men and women deliberating various capital crime cases while under the supervision of the courthouse staff ranging from the bailiff, the head clerk and the messenger to the judge, the prosecutor and the defence lawyer.

*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.

INFORMATION

Starring: Adam Busch, Cote de Pablo and Jeff Hephner Genre: Crime, Drama

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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OFF THE SHELF

Reel News A look at the latest releases

TAKEN 2 GANGSTER SQUAD

Starring: Sean Penn, ryan Gosling and Emma Stone Directed by: ruben Fleischer Genre: Crime, Drama Studio: Village roadshow Pictures Showing in: October 2012 A chronicle of the LAPD’s fi ght to keep East Coast Mafi a types out of Los Angeles in the 1940s and 50s.

Starring: liam Neeson, Famke Janssen and Maggie Grace Directed by: Olivier Megaton Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller Studio: Europa Corp Showing in: October 2012 In Istanbul, retired CIA operative Bryan Mills and his wife are taken hostage by the father of a kidnapper Mills killed while rescuing his daughter. Bryan Mills, the retired CIA agent, stopped at nothing to save his daughter Kim from Albanian kidnappers. The father of one of the kidnappers has sworn revenge and takes Bryan and his wife hostage during their family vacation in Istanbul. Bryan enlists his daughter to help them escape.

SKYFALL

Starring: Daniel Craig, Helen McCrory and Javier Bardem Directed by: Sam Mendes Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Showing in: November 2012 Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA

Starring: Adam Sandler, kevin James and Andy Samberg Directed by: Genndy Tartakovsky Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family Studio: Sony Pictures Animation Showing in: November 2012 Dracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into overprotective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count’s teenaged daughter.

INFORMATION

WATCH THESE MOVIES AT: Starfl ix Cinemas, The Village Market Level 3, Opposite Superbowl Tel: +254 720 279030

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PROFILER

Smiling through

life’s ups and downs (and twists)

T

Walter Kabagi, Office Assistant – Accounts Department

he Village Market’s

encounters a range of people and

His is a job with limited time. To pack

Management office features a

situations – everything from receptionists

his errands into a standard nine-to-five

spiral staircase, 11 flights high,

in a foul mood to dogs that like to sniff at

system would be a joke. “It’s all about

strangers to winding queues at the bank.

priorities,” he says. “A delayed bill could

that seems to hang in the air. The stairway is not for the faint-hearted

mean a power cut and a penalty, which

or the sweaty-palmed. First-timers

“My job requires a lot patience, humility and

would in turn cost the company more.

opt not to look down and, if they do,

exceptional interpersonal skills,” says Walter.

If getting a bill settled means missing

some forfeit the journey all together.

“I’ve come to learn how to approach

lunch, then so be it.”

people and situations as they come.”

But not Walter Kabagi, the

Indeed, Walter is the office wingman

Energetic

who takes one for the team. He has

and down that curved plank, sometimes

Few can argue with that. His own

situations. On one occasion he had to

taking two steps at a time. He does it

colleagues cannot remember a time

read, out loud, confirmation of a paid bill

with so much finesse that his high-heeled

when they have seen Walter angry. He

from the foot of an electricity pole while

colleagues often stop and stare in awe.

is always cheerful and energetic, always

a technician at the top threatened to

ready to assist. Without him, many of

cut the power. On another occasion he

Cool guy

the office operations would come to a

was bundled into a city council van – not

halt. It is for this reason that he is always

once, but three times.

Yes, Walter is the cool guy – a ninja of

on the move. But, so often with people

sorts, his height considered. “When I

constantly on the move, Walter has come

Yet Walter laughs off these situations,

leap down those stairs, I’m on my feet

across his share of trouble.

saying they come with the job. “When

Management’s office assistant. For the past 16 years Walter has been running up

for most of the day,” he says.

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found himself in some awkward

you understand the value of your work, “While running an errand some time

you cannot let things like that dampen

As office assistant, Walter is responsible

back, I found myself in the middle of a

your spirits,” he says.

for banking, billing and running

violent confrontation between the police

errands. Every day he has to walk into

and hawkers in the city. The air was full of

The company directors are very

offices, outlets, banking halls and

teargas, flying rocks and screams. I quickly

supportive of what he does. Whenever

other establishments. As a result, he

ran for cover only to sprain my ankle.”

they see him running after them for a

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signature or an approval, they do not brush him off but tend to his requests immediately.

“I was especially impressed one day, while running my errands, the MD [Hamed Ehsani] personally called and told me to avoid University Way as the students had gone on a rampage. I will never forget that act of care and appreciation.”

Inspiration Walter’s boss, company Chief Financial Officer Deepak Ghosh, is also an inspiration to him. “He has taught me how to get work done, how to coexist and interact with others and how to take a break and laugh a little.”

When he’s finally at home resting his feet, Walter likes to watch movies.

Among his favourite actors are Bruce Willis, John Travolta, Eddie Murphy and Denzel Washington. Walter also spends quality time with his wife, his 15-year-old daughter and his 12-year-old son. He also enjoys travelling and reading.

'My job requires a lot patience, humility and exceptional interpersonal skills' Farming is a hobby for Walter, but as the years wear on he hopes to increase his investments and take on farming with more seriousness. He also hopes the country will forever embrace peace and unity, without which “none of us can build our dreams”. Among his many aspirations is his desire to grow young so that he can broaden his achievement.

That may seem like an unachievable feat, but seeing Walter on his feet on the spiral staircase may convince you otherwise.

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'Most colds are caught during the cold weather because cold viruses thrive better in those conditions' 14

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WELL BEING

Natural allies for beating

colds and flu T

he common cold is an infection of

cough, headache, sneezing, watery eyes and

the upper respiratory system. Many

feeling tired. Children may develop a low-grade

different viruses cause colds, but the

fever, but this is uncommon in adults. Most colds

most common ones are rhinoviruses. Cold

will clear up on their own in a week to 10 days.

weather does not cause colds. Most colds are

Occasionally, a cold can lead to a more serious

caught during the cold weather because cold

infection such as bronchitis, middle ear infection

viruses thrive better in those conditions.

or a sinus infection.

Colds and fl u (infl uenza) strike 18 to 24 hours

Flu is similar to colds but the symptoms are

after the virus has entered the body. Symptoms of

usually much more severe, they come on quickly

colds include itching nose and throat, sore throat,

and include fever and severe tiredness. Children

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WELL BEING generally get more colds – six to 10 per

up to your body’s immune system and wait

year – because their immune systems are

for it to run its course. Antibiotics may be

still immature. Adults get an average of

prescribed if a serious infection develops.

two to four colds per year.

Unfortunately, they destroy the benefi cial intestinal bacteria that aid digestion

Prevention

alongside the bad bacteria. It is therefore

raw wherever possible to

advisable to take acidophilus supplements

maximise health benefi ts.

In order not to spread the infection, wash

to replenish the friendly bacteria in the

Spicing up meals with ginger,

your hands often with soap or use a hand

colon after antibiotic treatment.

garlic, cinnamon, cumin, oregano and

sanitiser if you cannot wash your hands.

cayenne will help to build the immune The immune system is the body’s

system in order to fi ght off colds and

Antibiotics cannot be used to treat colds

defence mechanism. The white blood

can even be taken at the onset of a

and fl u as they are caused by viruses. The

cells detect and destroy bacteria and

cold to reduce the effects. Include fruits

only true cure for colds and fl u is to leave it

viruses before we even start to feel

such as lemons, grapefruit, oranges, bananas and dark-coloured fruit such as blueberries, black cherries, black currants and black grapes.

Pure water Eliminate nutritionally defi cient processed foods such as fast foods, biscuits, crisps, sweets and cakes. Refi ned sugar has no nutritional value whatsoever. It suppresses the immune system and is associated with a number of diseases.

Drinks to beat the cold: Drink plenty of pure water each day to fl ush the body of toxins. Green tea, Rooibos/African

'The white blood cells detect and destroy bacteria and viruses before we even start to feel unwell'

redbush tea, available at Elixir Health Shop, promote overall good health. Drink freshly squeezed lemon juice with ginger and honey to help restore the body’s PH balance. An imbalance of alkalinity creates

unwell. Thankfully, it is possible

a condition favourable to the growth of

to increase the strength of

bacteria, yeast and unwanted organisms

our immune system.

In this issue, we share a number of tips which hopefully will be of use to you.

which thrive in a more acidic environment.

Lifestyle Make lifestyle changes to boost the immune system: Get enough sleep

Vegetables and fruit to beat the cold: Include fresh organic vegetables such as broccoli, tomatoes, chicory, cabbage, garlic, mushrooms and spinach in the diet.

Eat vegetables

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each night. Sleep deprivation affects the body’s ability to fi ght infections.

Exercise regularly. Moderate, consistent exercise brings major benefi ts to the immune system. Control stress. Stress can raise cortisol levels and weaken the body’s immune system, making it more susceptible to colds and fl u.

WELL BEING • THyME AND GINGEr: THyME AND GINGEr: Taken as a tea. Rids nasal passages of mucus and stops head and throat congestion.

• EuCAlyPTuS OIl: EuCAlyPTuS OIl: Steam inhalation can be used to ease congestion.

• ASTrAGAlAS HErB: ASTrAGAlAS HErB: Prevents nasal passage linings from letting in rhinoviruses.

• VITAMIN C WITH ECHINACEA: A high dose Vitamin C 1,000mg with echinacea provides support for colds and fl u.

• kAl CHErry lOZENGES: A formulation of lozenges containing Vitamin A, Vitamin C, zinc,

• HEAlTHy kIDS COMFOrT FOr

slippery elm and bee propolis. Very

COlDS: Homeopathic mini tablets

helpful for colds, fl u and sore throat.

delivering gentle all natural ingredients specifi cally developed for children of

• ZAND ECHINACEA WITH ZINC The following supplements and

lOZENGES: Echinacea, zinc with

herbs have been used successfully to

Vitamin C lozenges for sore throat

two years and older.

• HErBS FOr kIDS SWEET ECHINACEA: Enhances your child’s

strengthen the body and treat disease: • SlIPPEry ElM: Soothes irritated throat.

Herbal supplements for adults:

Children’s supplements:

• ECHINACEA: Highly recommended to

• NATrABIO CHIlDrEN’S COlD

immune system • CHIlDrEN’S ZINC lOZENGES WITH VITAMIN C: Zinc lozenges with Vitamin C for children.

boost the immune system and prevent

AND Flu: For children and infants

the body from falling ill. Echinacea

over four months of age. Relieves

shortens the duration of colds and fl u,

colds and fl u, congestion, sore throat,

sore throat, cough, infl uenza and strep

nausea, vomiting, running nose

throat. Echinacea prevents streptococcus

headache and body aches.

bacteria from forming colonies in the throat and causing strep throat.

• PENTAGEN: This is a homeopathic preparation with antibacterial and immune modulating properties. It targets blocked and running nose, sinusitis, sore throat, cough, mild fever and headache. This product can be used by children as young as six

INFORMATION

Visit or e-mail your queries to Elixir Health shop where the in-house qualified nutritionist can advise you further:

ElIxIr HEAlTH Level 2, above Food Court Tel: +254 (20) 7120217 Email: elixirhealth@nbi.ispkenya.com

months and by adults.

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ESCAPE

Luxury spa offers magic of ancient remedies T raditionally, a tribe relies on its surrounding

mosaic. It is set in a separate relaxation suite next to the therapy

resources when a member needs healing, meditation

room. The spa includes a hair and nail studio.

or rejuvenation. The community uses various

therapeutic properties found in nature and its elements.

Specialised products

Forests – rich in resources, mystical and often enchanted

Kaya’s product range is sourced from around the world. It

– have provided tribes with solace for generations. The

is a complete offering of specialised products developed to

Mijikenda Kaya forests stretch along Kenya’s coastline for

complement each other and provide head-to-toe care. They

over 200 km. Named a Unesco World Heritage Site, the

include Dermalogica, a comprehensive range of skin-care

forests are believed to be a repository of spiritual beliefs

products for the face, hand and feet; the Spa Siam variety of

and ancient healing.

natural body and hair care from Thailand; and Mama Mio, pregnancy safe products that are effective in giving expectant

The Kaya Spa and Studio at Tribe Hotel in Gigiri reflects the

mothers strong, elastic, healthy and well-toned skin.

mysticism and enchantment of the Kaya forest. It is an appealing complement to this intricately designed boutique hotel.

A sanctuary for body and mind

Kaya’s skilled therapists are certified and trained in modern and ancient massage techniques that have been developed to be effective with the products used. Regular supplementary skills

The deep tones, unique artwork and fluid architecture of

training in deep-touch therapy and healing ensures that Kaya

Kaya Spa set the pace for a tranquil experience. A large metal

provides a standard of treatment on a par with the world’s most

sculpture of a baobab tree is the central element in the spa’s

renowned spas. Kaya is a sanctuary for the body and mind.

hair and nail studio. The studio’s bright green, red and orange hues radiate energy into the more serene and subdued spa,

Kaya Spa & Studio

The five treatment rooms and Rasul chamber offer a variety of

Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171

spa treatments while the spa’s double-volume resting spaces feature day beds, lounge furniture and steam rooms. The couples treatment room comes with a hot tub wrapped in black

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INFORMATION

suggesting a balanced and holistic approach to wellness.

Tel: +254 (20) 7200656 Email: kaya@tribehotel-kenya.com

ART CAMP

Art camp youngsters get creative – with our help I

n the heart of Africa’s second-largest slum, in

and other amenities for the camp. Aside from the

a room measuring no more than 5 metres by

donation, Village Market staff spent time with the

4 metres, something beautiful took place. The

children and helped them with their art projects.

poster detailing the event was so well designed

The daily activities included painting, beadwork,

that one would have thought it was for an

papier mâché craft, assembling and dance.

opera or concert to be held in a lavish theatre.

Instead, the poster spoke of an art camp for children with various intellectual challenges.

Volunteers Parents would leave their disabled children at

The Village Market’s Damar Padwa poses with Junior after completing their art project.

For two weeks the Action Foundation Butterfly Art

the camp every day in the safe hands of the

Camp presented an opportunity for disabled children

volunteers. Volunteers would help the students

in Kibera to develop their self-esteem, social and

with their projects and feed those children who

motor abilities, as well as their communication skills,

could not feed themselves. The day’s activities

through art therapy and recreation.

would be divided into two, with early and mid-

The idea was the brainchild of Maria Omare, chief executive of Action Foundation.

As a non-governmental organisation, Action

“The Art Camp presented an opportunity for disabled children to develop their self-esteem”

Foundation relies on the goodwill of sponsors to fund their projects.

morning sessions and refreshment breaks for milk, The Village Market Management

bread and juice. The children would also play with

was impressed by the thought

the volunteers, often leaning on them in a show

behind the art camp and donated

of affection or a need for reassurance.

KES 55,000 to procure paper, paints Dan, who has Down’s syndrome was one of the most A volunteer feeds little Anne at the camp.

active children, seeking out compliments for every one of his creations. His counterpart, Junior, was a clown of sorts. During the first week, after modelling a telephone out of plasticine, he made everyone laugh when he asked “Wapi charger?” (Where’s the charger?). Trevin, who neither talks nor speaks, sat and observed the rest as they worked. At 1 pm the parents would return to pick up their children and see what they had created. The volunteers would also have a light chat with the parents and take photographs of them and their children.

These precious moments of joy were almost shattered when three volunteers were robbed at

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Group photograph of the children, their parents, guardians and camp volunteers.

In the front row, wearing spectacles, is Maria Omare, chief executive of Action Foundation.

gunpoint when leaving the slum, losing their valuables in the process. After reporting the incident to the police, the Foundation hired security personnel who escorted volunteers to and from the centre along a safer route.

Piece of art The camp’s activities proceeded without further incident, ending each day on a high note. The first week of art camp ended with the children and volunteers coming together to create their definition of ‘Happy Land’. It involved the participants drawing and colouring the sky and using blue and brown glass beads to create a river and sand to

students passionate about reaching out

represent the land. The final picture was

to the disabled in their neighbouring

a piece of art to behold.

community. The NGO keeps growing

The Village Market’s Marketing Manager, Dominic Mbugua (right), presents a donation of KES 55,000 to Maria Omare (centre) and Dalmas Otieno (left) of Action Foundation to improve the lives of the disabled in Kibera.

both in numbers and in spirit.

Action Foundation Kenya is a registered non-governmental organisation that

The Village Market is proud to be

aims to improve the lives of people with

associated with Action Foundation

physical and intellectual disabilities. It was

and will continue to support the

founded in 2009 by a group of university

organization’s activities.

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VILLAGE DIARY

Village Diary

October 2012 2 to 8 October

27 October

Halloween Party The Village Market opens its doors to all daring zombies, vampires, goblins and witches. The party will feature the darkest house of horrors, the coolest rock bands, awesome DJs and funky dance crews.

Shadow of the Wind – an art exhibition by Peter Elungat

31 October to 4 November

Peter Elungat covers our white exhibition walls with large, breathtaking pieces of art that seem to rise from the Renaissance period. It’s not just a display of great art but a tremendous interaction of form and colour with the heart and mind. Elungat’s work will consume even the most introverted of souls.

African Designers in Development (ADiD) present an exhibition of bags and other fashion accessories. ADiD not only showcases talent but promotes sustainable development.

A Piece of Peace An exhibition of rungus – traditional throwing clubs or batons that have a special significance in certain East African cultures.

The rungu is especially popular with Maasai morans, who have traditionally used it in warfare and hunting

9 to 16 October

Sunny Daze Outdoor Furniture Exhibition With 11 years’ experience in customised, handmade furniture as well as sourcing and restoration of rare and prized antiques, Sunny Daze has grown into one of the leading furniture design houses in Africa, with a clientele that spans the globe.

10 to 17 October

The Art of Craft An Exhibition by Elain Kehew Nature is the primary source of her subject matter. She is drawn to repeating patterns of natural objects to use in still life, like organic sign-symbols. Her love of shape, volume and colour has found a home in abstract painting, and ambiguous imagery allows her to reveal a dynamic between non-human forms. Elaine Kehew’s exhibition will feature oil paints and solar etchings.

18 to 29 October

Nature’s Silent Voice – An Exhibition by Edwin Kwalanda We live in a hostile environment. Man is constantly in conflict with nature. Nature tries to raise its voice to the damage we cause, but we still ignore it and assume that nothing has happened. Soil degradation, pollution, deforestation and many other endless conflicts still exist. God never intended us to live this way. Nature will keep on reminding human beings of their failure by raising its silent voice. We can only benefit by listening to its cry.

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November 2012 13 to 27 November

Traditions

An exhibition of African relics by Kalabash Kalabash showcases a creative selection of cross-border, ethnic artefacts and beautiful relics for the cultured mind and taste.

22 to 26 November

Quarke!

An exhibition of quilts by the Quilt Artists of Kenya featuring Jasvinder Phull, Gretchen Sanders-Mwaura, Dena Crain, Patricia Arensen, Rajminder Kalsey, Rajvinder Syan and Charu Patel.

29 November to 10 December

Tuscan Furnishings Exhibition Discover your new style with a simple touch of elegance in this open-house exhibition showcasing a unique collection of furniture and furnishings.

INFORMATION

3 to 8 October

East Africa Designers Gift Fair

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 Changes can occur without further notice. Kindly confirm with the Marketing & PR Team for an up to date and accurate status of the events calendar.

SAVOUR

Laki Laki – great taste in a good cause W ith so many yoghurt brands in the

milking process. The more yoghurt drink Laki Laki

local Kenyan market, it’s becoming

sells, the more milk the company buys from the

increasingly difficult for yoghurt

centre, thus ensuring a steady source of support

lovers to tell one from the other. Yoghurt

for the orphans of Macheo.

manufacturers try to stand out by coming up with new flavours, clever packaging and a variety of serving options.

How you can play a part Besides buying Laki Laki yoghurt, organisations

But not Laki Laki. There’s nothing complicated

can associate themselves with this society-friendly

about this new yoghurt brand. Everything is simple.

product. By supporting* this initiative, you can have

The packaging, for instance, is a white 350 ml

the name or logo of your organisation printed on

bottle decorated on the neck with Maasai beads.

the label. The product price is set depending on

The yoghurt comes in two fl avours, vanilla and

sales volumes and customisation of the product

strawberry, and is made from real fruit with no

label. More and more people are familiar with

artifi cial fl avouring. Laki Laki yoghurt drink is ideal

the high quality of Laki Laki yoghurt drinks. Look

for safaris and takeaways as well as home use.

out for the Laki Laki promotion booth on 12 and 13 October at The Village Market where you can

Supporting orphans

sample your favourite yoghurt fl avour.

Laki Laki is ‘a yoghurt with a story’. The milk project run by the Macheo Children’s Centre in Thika, home to 56 orphans. The dairy farm at the children’s centre is run as a way of making the orphanage self-suffi cient. The farm is equipped

INFORMATION

used to make the yoghurt comes from a dairy

*TO SuPPOrT lAkI lAkI CONTACT BETTy kANyI Tel: +254 (20) 2468089 or (+254) 733 338600 Email: info@lakilaki.co.ke

with automated machines to ensure a hygienic

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Left: Mjomba Kaka

by Jasvinder Phull

VILLAGE SCENE

Right: At Peace in Solace by Rajminder Patel

Dazzling display

of the quilt-maker’s art

By Dena Crain

T

here is a new group in town

takes that work to a higher level. Because

men appear. The daughters marry and

calling themselves artists. This

each piece they produce is designed by

for a time the Gikuyus are a matriarchal

hand-picked collection of talents

its maker, these patchwork quilts qualify

society. Later, the husbands rebel, as

as fine art.

represented by the shields, and the

specialises in what is, for Kenya, an unusual medium. They are a group of seven women who work with textiles and mixed media to produce

society becomes a patriarchy.

Femininity

Dena Crain’s abstract imagery

contemporary works of art to adorn

There is a proud theme of Africana running

incorporates local fabrics, either African

the walls of homes, offices, hotels and

through much of the work. Jasvinder

prints and tie-dye cotton cloths or silks

public buildings. They call themselves

Phull’s ‘Shield’ hanging from a Masai spear

from India. Cut and sewn without prior

Quarke: Quilt Artists of Kenya.

is slightly reminiscent of the Kenya national

design or pattern, each piece makes

flag. Her ‘African Beauty’ is an elegant

a unique statement as a strong and

The Village Market has, in the past,

representation of Kenyan femininity and

individual member of what is, for her,

hosted exhibitions of the work produced

her ‘Mjomba Kaka’ and ‘African Beat’ are

by members of the Kenya Quilt Guild.

fabulous pieces that would adorn any wall in splendid African style.

'There is a proud theme of Africana running through much of the work'

Gretchen Sanders-Mwaura’s ‘Agikuyu’ depicts the Kikuyu genesis myth. Two figures represent Gikuyu and his wife Mumbi on Mount Kenya, the grey centre of the piece, standing under the sacred fig

That group’s wonderful patchwork quilt

tree. They sacrifice a goat to Ngai (God)

bedcovers, table mats, cushion covers

who blesses them with nine daughters,

and decorative wall hangings have long

represented by brass masks. These

been admired and sought by shoppers at

daughters form the nine Kikuyu clans.

The Village Market. But this new group

Nine fires are lit and nine handsome

Above: Life in the Ocean by Raji Syan

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a new series of work. Her silken wall hangings are pure luxury, and her African fabric pieces gently remind us of our African roots. Dena’s work can also be seen in the Axum Lounge of the Nairobi Serena Hotel, the Rockefeller Foundation offices and in the US Embassy.

Patricia Arensen’s lifestyle as a missionary wife and her deep-rooted religious faith spill over into her art. Her pieces ‘Serengeti Sojourner’ and ‘Psalm’ reveal a passionate love of Africa coupled with relevant Biblical text embroideries.

‘Psalm’ is an award-winning piece of

with her use

work and Patty has taken commissions

of colour and

for ‘Serengeti Sojourner’ near-lookalikes.

captures realism in a

To keep her work fresh, she makes

fresh and artistic way.

changes to each commissioned piece so that no two are quite the same and each

Rajvinder Syan is an emerging

owner possesses an original.

artist who is eager to show and

Above: Gikuyu by Gretchen Sanders-Mwaura

promote her work as she seeks her

Below: Urban Africa by Dena Crain

Palette

‘voice’. Working with a wide range of

The hand-painted pieces of Rajminder

a budding artist and she is delighted to

Kalsey are simply scrumptious. Her

be part of Quarke at this early stage in

attention to detail, flair for colour and

the transition from traditional patchwork

techniques, Raji shows great promise as

surface treatment and unusual sense of

quilter to expressive and original artist in

composition make each piece a delight

her career. Like Jasvinder, Rajvinder has

to view. Working with a palette that is

worked with African masks and villages

not the usual African set of colours, she

as a theme, and she has studied with

nevertheless invokes awe and appreciation

many teachers visiting Kenya. Although made from a traditional geometric pattern, her stunning ‘Crystal Lakes’ is a real eye-teaser.

The heavily embellished work of Charu Patel leaves us wondering how she ever managed to add so many beads and

All of these works and more were on display

exquisite detail to her work. ‘African

in September at Karen Country Club, and

Wealth’, which somewhat strangely

The Village Market is happy to host an

depicts the wealth of Africa as embedded

expanded exhibition in the Old Exhibition

in her soil, heavily laden with the riches of

Hall. The Quarke Exhibition will open on

the continent, in a swirling pattern that

Friday, 23 November and will be open daily

resembles a river of mud that displays

until Monday, 26 November from 10 am

Charu’s hand-beading skill superbly. Her

to 7 pm. Most quilts will be for sale and all

‘The Roots Are in Tsavo’, executed from

artists will consider commissions.

fancy fabrics treated with great subtlety, Above: Serengeti Sojourners

by Patricia Arensen

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embodies the mystery behind the baobab,

Come and see for yourself that what the

an ancient mythical giant of nature.

women of Quarke make is truly fine art.

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STILL HERE

Flowers for every occasion T he blue Egyptian water lily is an

interesting flower that opens in the morning, rising to the surface of the

water, then closes and sinks at dusk. A common feature of the Nile, the flower was highly significant in Egyptian mythology, since it was said to rise and fall with the sun. The symbolism and beauty of the blue lily is depicted by the only florist shop at The Village Market.

Blue Lily prides itself on stocking a wide range of exotic flowers that guarantee a vase life of at least seven days if watered well. Customers can choose from orchids, gerberas, celosias, delphiniums, snap dragons, Madonna lilies, Asiatic lilies, roses, carnations and much more.

If you’re looking for a farm-fresh, fragrant selection or dried and artificial arrangements, Blue Lily has the right bouquet.

Flower arrangement services are also available for the home, corporate functions, birthdays, weddings and funerals.

INFORMATION

Blue Lily Level 1, Next to Nakumatt Tel: +254 (20) 7125790

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TYRES

Reducing wear and tear

on your bank balance T

By Reema Doshi,

technical manager, Karim Sumar, always says that when

• A lONGEr-lASTING TyrE – When the balance is out, it

you feel your steering wheel wobbling, that is another

causes uneven tyre wear, making it necessary for you to replace

sign – that ‘Aha!’ moment.

the tyre before expected life is over.

Let us understand what balancing is. It refers to proper

In a nutshell, then, tyre balancing is important. But there are

distribution of weight on the tyre. This means that your wheel

other factors to consider in relation to tyre care. Check your tyre

will run smoothly and evenly around the axle. Every time you

pressures, rotate your tyres regularly and get your tyres checked

buy a new tyre, it is has to be balanced, too.

regularly by an expert for wear and damage. Always include

here is a simple way of finding out if your tyres need balancing. If your vehicle shakes or vibrates when you’re driving, this is one of the main signs. Our

PR and marketing manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd

your spare tyre in these checks.

So why do we have to balance our tyres? Correct balancing means: Depending on how often you use your vehicle and on what terrain • NO PrEMATurE MECHANICAl WEAr – Correctly balanced

you drive, the frequency of checks and measures varies. For more

tyres are vital to your safety. When the tyres are out of balance,

advice on this and increasing your tyre life, please visit our Village

they place stress on the shocks, bearings and other parts of the

Market branch and talk to the experts at Kingsway Tyres.

wheel assembly.

Be safe on the roads!

• FuEl SAVING – It takes more fuel to manoeuvre a shaking

• GrEATEr DrIVING COMFOrT – As we have seen, the best indicator of out-of-balance tyres is when you feel your vehicle vibrate. This may be caused by hitting a pothole, bump or kerb or some other object that can cause the rim to bend. It is best to get it checked when this happens so that your vehicle does not suffer any further damage and you have a smoother ride.

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INFORMATION

vehicle, so well balanced tyres lead to fuel effi ciency.

AVAIlABlE AT: kINGSWAy TyrES 1st Level, next to Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171

Email: ho@kingswaytyres.com Web: www.kingswaytyres.com

GADGETS

Keeping an eye on nature’s warning signals T he multi-parameter self-testing

check up on an existing therapy. The level of cholesterol in the

kit is a diagnostic aid used for

blood is infl uenced by the diet, but also by medicines, diabetes

measuring levels of glucose,

mellitus, pregnancy and severe illnesses. It is recommended

cholesterol and triglycerides (fat) in

to check blood cholesterol concentration in all people who

blood. It has been developed to execute

smoke, drink too much alcohol, eat fat, are overweight or do

several determinations from fingerprints

not exercise enough. It is specially recommended for people

simply by changing a strip.

who have suffered heart disease before the age of 60.

Small, light in weight and easy to use, this

Triglycerides strips

device switches on automatically by strip insertion. It has a wide display screen and an easy-to-clean

Using the multi-care in triglycerides strips, it is possible to

optical feature. The device has a memory capacity of up to 500

quickly check the level of triglycerides in the blood. The level

tests results and allows for data transfer to PC.

of triglycerides is infl uenced by fat feeding or by alterations in the metabolism of lipids but also by diabetes mellitus, nephrotic

Glucose electrode strips

syndromes, pancreas problems and acute alcoholism. Perform

Self-checking of glycaemia allows the diabetic patient to have

water) for at least 12 hours.

the test when you have had nothing to eat or drink (except

immediate information about his or her glucose level. The test must be performed only after accurate training with a physician or with a qualifi ed technician. Note that self-checking cannot be performed without constant follow-up by the physician to draw

Cholesterol strips It is possible to quickly check cholesterol levels in the blood

AVAIlABlE AT: INFORMATION

up a timetable, evaluate the results and defi ne a therapy.

BEllADONNA PHArMACy Level 1, Next to Nakumatt Tel:+254 (20) 7122141/7

Email: info@wishes.co.ke

and inform the family physician to fi nd a suitable therapy or to

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The Village Market

FOOD & RESTAURANTS Amadeus Arlecchinno Art Caffé Bierlink Dorman’s Coffee House German Point Jiko khazana Orchid Osteria Gigiri Planet yogurt Pomodoro Pizzeria Prime Cuts Deli revive Juice Bar ro-ro Chinese restaurant ro-ro Chinese Fast Food Sea World Seafood Steers & Debonairs Pizza Tamambo Bar & Grill Taste of Africa Thai Cuisine Turkish restaurant

FASHION & ACCESSORIES Adele Dejak Athens

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Barton Bata City Walk Coco Chic Diana’s Boutique Elaine by Balala Fabric Gallery Fahari Bridal Glamourize Identity Jaishiv khazana Jit Gems Jooal kazuri Beads kikoy Company kwanza lavent Istanbul Made in Africa Mille Collines Nairobi Sports House Oltre One Way Pilotesa Sandstorm Tinga Tinga lifestyle Trevor Collection Woolworths

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Belladonna Pharmacy Dream Nails Elaine by Balala Elixir Health Grassroots Jaff’s Optical Salon Malibu Salon Natalie Spa Siam Village Dental Clinic

ARTS, CRAFTS & GIFTS Arabian Corner Artz Gallery Blue rhino Handcraft Centre Jit Crafts kitengela Hot Glass Mini Maasai Market One Der Box Slippers Glitter Toy World Wishes

A TO Z OF THE VILLAGE MARKET

at a Glance

FINANCIAL SERVICES Barclays Prestige Centre Cenhi ltd CFC Stanbic Bank Chase Bank Commercial Bank of Africa Co-op Bank ATM Diamond Trust Bank Eco Bank ATM Equity ATM Imperial Bank kenya Commercial Bank NIC Bank Pesa Point ATM Standard Chartered ATM Village Forex Bureau VSF International (k) ltd

OTHER SERVICES AA Driving School Bobby Pall Photography Bunson Travel Services DHl Global Forwarding Holiday Homes kenya kenya Airways Sales Offi ce kenya Valuers Estate Agents kingsway Tyre Centre

Technology House Westlands Sundries Zeus Development Co. ltd Zucchini Greengrocers

kiwi Shop kk Security Phoenix Safaris Post Offi ce Safaricom Service Centre Schofi eld & Associates Shifaz Vet Clinic Tintoria Drycleaners Village Photoshop Wynton House of Music

FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS

ESSENTIALS All Times News Stand Blue lily Flower Shop Catermart Essential Communication Solutions H2O (Pure Flow) Moviebuster Nakumatt Nokia Shop Personal Systems Pets & Pots Power Innovations ltd Prime Cuts Butchery Sugar Candy

1001 Pots (Home Décor) kashmir Arts Palacina Interiors Past & Present Persian Carpets Pinkopallino Sweet Dreams Tree House

RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT Art Exhibition Halls Dream Zone Playground Hi-Tide Water Park Pitstop Card rides Putt-O-Mania Mini Golf Starfl ix Theatres Tin Man Pool Hall

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Essential Contacts & Information All Times News Stand

Dormans Coffee Shop

Safaricom Customer Care Centre

Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Sunday: 10am to 8pm

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

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

Tel: +254 20 2082379/ 0702 978945/ 0722 589521

Tel: +254 20 4272349/ 2372

Tel: 0721 888222/ 0736 313345/ 0720 695114 Email: atmina@villagemarket-kenya.com

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

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

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

Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147

Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office

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

Tel: +254 20 7121072/ 7120241 +254 20 6422790-9

Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761 / 0733 775064

Email: contact@kenya-airways.com

Kenya Commercial Bank

Bonus Card

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday: 8.30am to 4.00pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

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

Bunson Travel (Carlson Wagonlit Kenya) Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pm Sunday: 9.30am to 12noon

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

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

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

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

Tel: +254 7120847

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

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

Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke

The Village Market Taxi Service

Management & Security Office

Tel: 0717 207662

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

Village Dental Clinic

Tel: +254 20 7122488/90

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 12.30pm

Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

Available 24hrs daily

Nakumatt Supermarket

Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 154903

Monday to Sunday: 8.30am to 8pm

villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com

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

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

Tel: +254 20 2888791-4 0720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791/2

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

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

Tintoria Drycleaners

Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com

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

Phoenix Safaris

Tel: +254 20 7122984

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

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

Tribe Hotel

Tel: +254 20 7124172

Tel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942

Tel: +254 20 2774262/ 263

DHL

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

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

Email: info@phoenix-safaris.de

Post Office Monday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pm Saturday: 9am to 12.30pm

Tel: 0735 764673

Email: tintoria@wananchi.com

Reservations Desk

Tel: +254 20 7200000 Email: tribe@villagemarket-kenya.com

Village Market Forex Bureau Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 5.30pm Saturday: 10am to 2pm Sunday: 10am to 2pm

Prime Cuts Butchery

Tel: +254 20 7122901/473

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

Zucchini Greengrocers

Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506-7 Email: butchery@primecuts.co.ke

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Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

Monday to Friday: 9am to 6pm Saturdays: 9am to 3pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

admin@belladonnapharmacy.com

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

Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Email: dorman@village.co.ke

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Monday to Sunday: 9am to 7pm

Tel: +254 20 7120403/ 0733 057063