Storymoja Nairobi 2009

Join the party at Carnivore to launch Storymoja Hay Festival Nairobi 2009 in style.

Adult ticket £40 (no concessions)

The Platinum pass includes a ticket to the Launch Spectacular event on Thursday 30 July as well as entry to all 3 days of the festival (Friday 31 July, Saturday 1 August and Sunday 2 August).

Adult ticket £45 (no concessions)


For more info on the launch, and the list of events on each day of the festival see:

Thursday 30 July

Friday 31 July

Saturday 1 August

Sunday 2 August

Adult ticket £5 (children of 5-12 yrs: concession price £1.50)

Events on Friday 31 July are listed below:

[1] Kenya Atlas
UNEP Stage, 10am–11.30am
Kick start discussion onKenya Atlas including shocking clips showing Kenya's path to environmental damage. Come air your views and speak freely about the environment
In collaboration with: UNEP

[2] Tony Kan, Chika Unigwe, Moraa Gitaa, Onduko Bw’Atebe
British Council Pavilion, 10am–11.30am
Tony Kan and Chika Unigwe from Nigeria and Kenyans Onduko Bw’Atebe and Moraa Gitaa discuss writing, crime and passion.
Chaired by: Doreen Baingana

[3] Men Under Attack
Diversity Tent, 10am–11.30am
Oyunga Pala leads a discussion on the changing role of men in our society.
Participants: Oyunga Pala, Chris Lymo

[4] Spelling Bee
Makini Marquee, 10am–11.30am
Any child between 6 and 12 years of age may sign up from 9am–10am on site to compete for great prizes in a Spelling Bee.
In collaboration with: Makini School

[5] Customer Service
Enterprise Tent, 10am–11.30am
Learn ten steps to outstanding customer service from Kenya’s leading management consultant, Sunny Bindra.

[6] Internet Dating
Can Do Platform, 10am–11.30am
Is internet dating for you? What are the possibilities and pitfalls? Blogger James Murwa invites your views.

[7] Freedom of Expression
UNEP Stage, 10am–11.30am
What does Freedom of Expression mean to you? Listen and discuss with those jailed for speaking too freely.
Participants: Pen Kenya/Philo and Okoiti Omtata

[8] Storytelling Semi-finals
Theatre Company Stage, 10am–11.30am
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[9] Storytelling Semi-finals
Homeboyz Zone, 10am–11.30am
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[10] Storytelling Semi-finals
Kwani?, 10am–11.30am
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[11] Dancing Workshop
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 10am–11.30am
Learn different dance styles for different types of music. A lively dance workshop for kids aged between 6 and 12 years, led by Amimo Olembo.

[12] Nairobi 24 Exhibition
Film Theatre, 10am–11.30am
Eight  Nairobi photographers and writers present a celebration of their city.
In collaboration with: Kwani

[13] Post Petrol World
UNEP Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
What does a world without petrol look like? Environmental experts explore alternative energy examples and the minefield of legal, social, and political challenges in a post petrol world.
In collaboration with: Kenya Climate Change Working Group

[14] Spoken Word Slam
British Council Pavilion, 12pm–1.30pm
Spoken word slammers will leave you breathless in this blazing live poetry performance competition.
Chaired by: Imani Woomera

[15] What is Kenya?
Diversity Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
What is Kenya? ask marginalised communities of the North. Come share your views as to why we need to create ONE Kenya.
Chaired by: Daud Abkula

[16] Citizen Journalism
Makini Marquee, 12pm–1.30pm
Using online platforms or phones to share information can empower you to hold our leadership to account.
In collaboration with: The Imagine Company

[17] Ideas Factory & Award
Enterprise Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
Ideas Factory – learn how to generate unique business ideas in this first Uta Do? session for young entrepreneurs. Instant prizes for the hottest ideas.
Participants: Dayo Forster, Muthoni Garland

[18] Online Business Opportunities
Can Do Platform, 12pm–1.30pm
Find out how to milk your niche in the vast marketplace of instant information where competition and scams thrive.
Chaired by: Dayo Forster

[19] Dr Chris Hart – Single and Searching
Camera Laye Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
Psychologist ,Dr Chris Hart shares his ideas about how to identify and land the right life partner for yourself.
Participants: Misike Andere, Valentine Njoroge

[20] Storytelling Semi-finals
Theatre Company Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[21] Storytelling Semi-finals
Homeboyz Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[22] Storytelling Semi-finals
Kwani?, 12pm–1.30pm
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[23] Kids’ Eco-Fashion Show – KOEE Exhibition
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Kids come with ordinary items like paper and bottle tops and learn how to create instant clothes for an Eco-Fashion Show.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[24] Wangari Maathai Film
Film Theatre, 12pm–1.30pm
Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai.
In collaboration with: The Green Belt Movement

[25] Climate Change Scenarios
UNEP Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
A Hard Talk session that explores the impact of climate change on our environment. How bad is the environmental situation in Kenya, and how long before it boils over into crises?
Chaired by: Ed Rege

[26] Skills Factory – Storytelling
British Council Pavilion, 2pm–3.30pm
UK storytelling professionals join exciting local talent to run a Storytelling Skills Factory Workshop certain to inspire a new generation of storytellers.
Led by: Jan Blake, Daniel Morden

[27] EA and Sudanese Writers in Conversation
Diversity Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
Sudanese writers discuss the challenge of narrating stories of their homeland long associated with ethnic strife, genocide and and religous conflict.
Participants: Father Omondi, Joseph Ngala

[28] Make-up Secrets
Makini Marquee, 2pm–3.30pm
Come and learn make-up secrets that enhance your best features, minimise flaws and help bring out a more beautiful you.
Led by: Nthenya

[29] NSE – What’s Hot/What's Not?
Enterprise Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
Khan Satchu, author of Anyone Can Be Rich, shows you how to profit from Africa’s economic growth.
Chaired by: Aly Khan Satchu

[30] Blogs and Social Networks
Can Do Platform, 2pm–3.30pm
Come and share ideas, experiences and potential opportunities in the online phenomena of blogs and social networks.
Participants: Tolu Ogunlesi, Marambii/Eudiah Kamonjoh

[31] Be Inspired Before You Expire
Camera Laye Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
Feeling low and lack the will to improve your life, career or relationships? Let this motivational speaker renew your spirit!
Led by: Pepe Minambi

[32] Storytelling Semi-finals
Theatre Company Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[33] Storytelling Semi-finals
Homeboyz Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
Grand prize – a trip to the UK! Seventy competitors from colleges and high schools compete in the storytelling semi-finals.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[34] Short Story Competition
Kwani?, 2pm–3.30pm
Short Story Competition seeks stories told through song, dance, paintbrush, word, phrase, lens and shutter by a new generation and new imagination.
In collaboration with: Kwani?

[35] Art and Craft
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
The Matatu From Watamu that Drove into a Sea is an art, craft, song and dance session inspired by weird, wonderful sea-life.
Led by: Amimo Olembo, Keith Pearson

[36] Film Workshop – Nollywood, Riverwood
Film Theatre, 2pm–3.30pm
What Riverwood can learn (or not!) from Nollywood. A workshop teeming with insightful analysis of the Kenyan film scene.
Chaired by: David Maingi of Kenya Film Commission

[37] Climate Heroes Showcase
UNEP Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Learn from ordinary folks who’ve won accolades for their innovative approaches to the environmental challenges we face.
Chaired by: Betty Wamalwa

[38] Mchongoano Competition
British Council Pavilion, 4pm–5.30pm
Diss each other with words not fists in the hilarious Kenyan art form of Mchongoano and win instant prizes!
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[39] Auditioning Workshop using Cut Off My Tongue
Diversity Tent, 4pm–5.30pm
An auditioning workshop open-casting Cut Off My Tongue, a show just back from UK tour. It is about tribe, identity and relationships.
Led by: Keith Pearson, Amimo Olembo

[40] Trade Not Aid Debate – Missionaries, Mercenaries & Misfits
Makini Marquee, 4pm–5.30pm
The editor of Missionaries, Mercenaries and Misfits proposes: Aid Does More Harm Than Good for Kenya’s Development. Join the big debate!
Chaired by: Rasna Warah

[41] Women's Journey to Boardroom and Business Success
Enterprise Tent, 4pm–5.30pm
In a woman’s journey to boardroom and business success, successful role models share the challenges and joys of rising to the top.
In collaboration with: KAWBO

[42] Publishing and Marketing Workshop
Can Do Platform, 4pm–5.30pm
A panel of publishers are challenged on what can be done to get Africans reading beyond exams…
Participants: Members of the Kenya Publishing Assocation and publishing representatives from Nigeria

[43] 4 Generations Project
Camera Laye Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Indigenous folklore comes to life in this 4 Generations Project, using drama, narration, song and skits.
Led by: Sveva Gallman

[44] Testimonial Writing
Theatre Company Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Editors of ‘Unga’, ‘Surviving Idi Amin’ and ‘Queer Kenya’ discuss the challenges and fascinating stories in Storymoja's Testimonial Writing.
Participants: Alex Wanjala, David Kaiza, Chris Lymo, Angus Parkinson

[45] Political Cartoons
Homeboyz Zone, 4pm–5.30pm
Political cartoonists shine unforgiving light on politics and its lead players. Come learn what it takes.
Participants: Gathara, Gado, Maddo

[46] Eva Kasaya, Jackie Lebo & The Kenya Maids Association
Kwani?, 4pm–5.30pm
At 13, Eva Kasaya dropped out of rural school to work as a domestic servant. Join Eva and members of the Kenya Maids Association to hear how we treat maids.
Chaired by: Jackie Lebo, Kwani?

[47] Peace Workshop
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 4pm–5.30pm
Ogutu Muraya narrates how Sufuria and Mwiko come to blows in Land of the Kitchen. A workshop by the author follows on How to Keep the Peace.
Led by: Oluoch Madiang

[48] Film Session
Film Theatre, 4pm–5.30pm
Coming of Age and Killer Necklace (MNET Production), both award-winning short films. The Man Who Knew Too Much, a short documentary about Goldenberg whistleblower David Munyakei.
Films by: Judy Kibinge

[49] Eco-Fashion Show
Storymoja Limelight Stage, 6pm

[50] Cultural Raindance
Storymoja Limelight Stage, 7pm

[51] Music – Ohanglaman
Storymoja Limelight Stage, 7.30pm

Season ticket (entry to all 3 days of the festival)

Adult ticket £10 (children of 5-12 yrs: concession price £4)

For the list of events on each day of the festival see:

Friday 31 July

Saturday 1 August

Sunday 2 August

Adult ticket £5 (children of 5-12 yrs: concession price £1.50)

Events on Saturday 1 August are listed below:

[52] Keynote Address
UNEP Stage, 10am–11.30am
In this keynote address Executive Director of UNEP Achim Steiner discusses pressing environmental issues.

[53] Leadership Forum
British Council Pavilion, 10am–11.30am
Be inspired, network, build skills, knowledge and experience, and engage with those who’ve participated in the British Council's Leadership Forum.
Chaired by: Michael Waweru

[54] Prison Stories Wanyiri Kihoro, Saga, Maina Kinyatti
Diversity Tent, 10am–11.30am
Wanyiri Kihoro and Saga MacOdongo spent years in jail and lived to speak of their ordeals and learning.
Participants: Kingwa Kamenchu

[55] Spelling Bee
Makini Marquee, 10am–11.30am
Any child between 6 and 12 years of age may sign up from 9am–10am on site to compete for great prizes in a Spelling Bee.
In collaboration with: Makini School

[56] Uta Do Citizenship & Award
Enterprise Tent, 10am–11.30am
Uta Do in collaboration with Generation Kenya recognise and reward a selection of role models born since Kenya’s independence.
Participants: Generation Kenya/Jerry Riley

[57] Men Under Attack
Can Do Platform, 10am–11.30am
Oyunga Pala leads a discussion on the changing role of men in our society.
Participants: Oyunga Pala, Maina Kageni

[58] Personal Financial Empowerment
Camera Laye Stage, 10am–11.30am
Practical advice about how to take control and manage your finances
Led by: Waceke Nduati, Dayo Forster

[59] François Devenne &  Lee Siegel
Theatre Company Stage, 10am–11.30am
French Writer François Devenne and American Writer Lee Siegel in Chaired by: Petina Gappah

[60] Manuscript Doctor
Homeboyz Zone, 10am–11.30am
Writers! Poets!  Bring  your articles and manuscripts to Manuscript Doctors Show your writing to   professional editors  for invaluable feedback

[61] Urban Ink – A Graphic Novel
Kwani?, 10am–11.30am
A words and pictures story, told of Nairobi’s hip hop dreams and nightmares mired in the politics of ‘slum upgrading’, in Urban Ink – A Graphic Novel.
Participants: Kwani?/Writers Wapi/Artists

[62] Eco-Fashion Show
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 10am–11.30am
Kids come with ordinary items like paper and bottle tops and learn how to create instant clothes for an Eco-Fashion Show.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[63] In My Genes – Film and Discussion
Film Theatre, 10am–11.30am
A film by Lupita Nyongo about living with Albinism, followed by a discussion led by those living ‘white’ in a ‘black’ nation.
With: Lupita Nyongo

[64] Green Profits
UNEP Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
Come be inspired by innovative entrepreneurs of the green tribe and learn how private enterprise can benefit from going green.
Participants: Lorna Omuodo/Betty Wamalwa

[65] Discussion School Violence
British Council Pavilion, 12pm–1.30pm
A presentation of research done by students followed by discussion on causes of school violence.
In collaboration with: Steadman Research

[66] Diversity Case Studies
Diversity Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
Hear the Nigerian High Commissioner speak on ‘What we can learn from Nigeria about promoting diversity’.
With: David Aoll

[67] The Ten Commandments of Beauty
Makini Marquee, 12pm–1.30pm
Learn the Ten Commandments of Beauty in order to live to the full potential your inner and outer beauty!
With: Dorothy Chylstun-Githae

[68] Owning Our National Vision
Enterprise Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
With: Dr. Wahome Gakuru

[69] Privacy, Piracy and Security
Can Do Platform, 12pm–1.30pm
As we become more reliant on computers and online transactions, we must address issues of privacy, piracy and security.
With: Al Kags – ICT Board

[70] Aesthetics of Political Writing
Camera Laye Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
Learn from a master how to express your political opinions in a way that convinces your readers and invites and inspires them.
With: Mukoma wa Ngugi

[71] Discussion with Kate Adie
Theatre Company Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
Discussion with veteran BBC broadcaster, feminist and war correspondent, Kate Adie.
Participants: Tolu Ogunlesi, David Kaiza

[72] Dance Workshop
Homeboyz Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Dance Workshop for beginners exploring basic  choreography -   Contemporary, Improvisation,  & Interperative dance.
With: Amimo Olembo Suki Mwendwa

[73] Mzee Ondego & Richard Onyango
Kwani?, 12pm–1.30pm
Meet songwriter  and Kenyatta confidante, Mzee Ondego. Also meet Richard Onyango, our most famous international artist In collaboration
In collaboration with: Kwani?

[74] Peace Workshop
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Ogutu Muraya narrates how Sufuria and Mwko come to blows in Land of the Kitchen. A workshop by the author follows, on Keeping Peace.
With: Oluoch Madiang

[75] Hanif Kureishi
Film Theatre, 12pm–1.30pm
An interview with Hanif Kureishi about his films, including a selection of clips.
Chaired by: Judy Kibinge

[76] Carbon Footprint
UNEP Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
What impact do our individual activities or way of living have on the environment, and in particular climate change? How is this measured? Find out about Carbon Footprints and why they matter.
Chaired by: Betty Wamalwa

[77] Discussion with Vikram Seth
British Council Pavilion, 2pm–3.30pm
The bestselling author of A Suitable Boy Vikram Seth, interviewed by the Caine Prize-winner and popular broadcaster.
With: Farid Khimani/Yvonne Awuor

[78] The Language of Names
Diversity Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
The language and meaning of names, names and identity, trends in naming, naming ceremonies, regional variations in names, names and social class and more.
With: Mbaka

[79] The Paradigm Shift Needed in our Education System
Makini Marquee, 2pm–3.30pm
With: Wambui/Mshai /Yvonne

[80] Five Minutes With Fame
Enterprise Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
First work with others to hone your questions, and then sit down in small groups to interact with one top CEO at a time.
Participants: Twenty CEOs

[81] Social and Business Etiquette
Can Do Platform, 2pm–3.30pm
Kenya's first supermodel trains you how to carry and conduct yourself in ways consistent with global standards of etiquette, while maintaining your personal identity.
Led by: Mildred Awiti

[82] Your Health and Wellbeing
Camera Laye Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
Practising physician and columnist leads a panel of medical experts to help us sort out good health practices from mere trends. Come with questions.
Led by: Dr Brigid Monda

[83] Caine, Wahome Mutahi and Jomo Kenyatta Prizes
Theatre Company Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
The winners and runners-up talk about the impact the Caine, Wahome Mutahi and Jomo Kenyatta Prizes have had on their lives and their writing, and the value and future of literary prizes.
With: Prof Chris Wanjala

[84] Storytelling Knockouts
Homeboyz Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
Seven minutes to tell a story – the Storytelling Knockouts whittle fourteen competitors down to a top three who will slug it out on the main stage.
Participants: Daniel Morden & Storymoja

[85] Whistleblowers – Munyakei and Githongo
Kwani?, 2pm–3.30pm
The true story of David Munyakei, Goldenberg whistleblower, as written by Billy Kahora. How does he compare with John Githongo as written by Michela Wrong in It’s Our Turn to Eat?
With: Parselelo Kantai

[86] Games and Song Time
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
With Zoom Zoom and other local nursery songs and ditties.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[87] Home by Arthus Yann Betrand
Film Theatre, 2pm–3.30pm
A movie with stunning aerial footage makes an urgent appeal for our planet in peril.
In collaboration with: UNEP

[88] Focus on Environmental Justice
UNEP Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Whistleblowing on those causing environmental damage? The  Ongiek on Mau forest, Malindi case against British hotelier and more. In collaboration with: Forest Action Network

[89] Discussion with Hanif Kureshi
British Council Pavilion, 4pm–5.30pm
Two African writers in conversation with Oscar-winning film-maker and bestselling author Hanif Kureishi.
With: Dayo Forster

[90] A conversation with Asunta Wagura
Diversity Tent, 4pm–5.30pm
Chaired by: Kingwa Kamenchu

[91] Mchongoano Challenge
Makini Marquee, 4pm–5.30pm
Diss each other with words, not fists, in the hilarious Kenyan art form of Mchongoano and win instant prizes!
Led by: Xavier Nato

[92] WMW/WIL Mentoring
Enterprise Tent, 4pm–5.30pm
How to mentor traditionally under-represented young people and women, and shape them into tomorrow's professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders.
With: Nyokabi Njuguna

[93] Beyond the Assassin’s Bullet
Can Do Platform, 4pm–5.30pm
Beyond the Assassin’s Bullet and intrigues behind the scenes: what did the great fallen sons of Kenya stand for? And are those values still relevant today?
Participants: PLO Lumumba, Parsalelo Kantai

[94] An Honest Exploration of Sexuality and our Sexual Culture
Camera Laye Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Only for those aged twenty-five and over.
With: Valentine Njoroge, Gitau Njoroge

[95] What to Wear (or Not)
Theatre Company Stage, 4pm–5.30pm
Some outfits accentuate your worst features! Some colours look terrible on you! But anybody can dress better if they understand the basic rules of what to wear (or not!).
Participants: Lucy Rao, LeLaso Owiti

[96] Storytelling Knockouts
Homeboyz Zone, 4pm–5.30pm
Seven minutes to tell a story – the Storytelling Knockouts whittle fourteen competitors down to a top three who will slug it out on the main stage.
Participants: Jan Blake & Storymoja

[97] Beyond the Assassin’s Bullet
Kwani?, 4pm–5.30pm
Beyond the Assassin’s Bullet and intrigues behind the scenes: what did the great fallen sons of Kenya stand for? And are those values still relevant today?
Participants: PLO Lumumba, Parsalelo Kantai

[98] The Matatu From Watamu that Drove into a Sea
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 4pm–5.30pm
The Matatu From Watamu that Drove into a Sea is an art, craft, song and dance session inspired by weird, wonderful sea-life.
Led by: Amimo Olembo, Keith Pearson

[99] Diversity Issues
Film Theatre, 4pm–5.30pm
Skits from Cut Off My Tongue and discussion led by Citizen's Pathway- Professionals  tackling Diversity Issues
With: Jagi Gakunju

[100] MUSIC – Peter Myles (Uganda) supported by Ground Zero
Storymoja Limelight Stage, 6pm

Adult ticket £5 (children of 5-12 yrs: concession price £1.50)

Events on Sunday 2 August are listed below:

[101] Petina Gappah & Joyce Nyairo
UNEP Stage, 10am–11.30am
A Kenyan literary critic chats with a Zimbawean author whose debute anthology is garnering rave reviews

[102] Living Memories – Al Kags & Contributors to his Anthology
British Council Pavilion, 12pm–1.30pm
An anthology based on personal interviews by Al Kags. It features the stories of those who lived through the colonial period, the independence struggle and early years of Kenya as a nation. Gain insights about our national journey as Kags and some of his contributors tell their riveting stories.
With: Garnette Oluoch Olunya

[103] Search for Peace – Tribal Leadership Institutions
Diversity Tent, 10am–11.30am
Does Western Justice deal with communities holistically, or incorporate elements of forgiveness? Tribal Leadership Institutions discuss their role in the search for peace.
With: Njeri Kabeberi – CMD

[104] Spelling Bee
Makini Marquee, 10am–11.30am
Any child between 6 and 12 years of age may sign up from 9am–10am on site to compete for great prizes in a Spelling Bee.
In collaboration with: Makini School

[105] Real Estate
Enterprise Tent, 10am–11.30am
What are the challenges of investing in real estate? What are the lessons we can learn from those in the know? Join several investors and find out what they did.

[106] The Influence of IT on Life Today – Gizmos and Gadgets
Can Do Platform, 10am–11.30am
A demonstration and discussion on the gizmos and gadgets that rule our lives. What new IT toys are on the way?
With: Kaume Marambii

[107] The Mchongaono Challenge
Camera Laye Stage, 10am–11.30am
Diss each other with words not fists in the hilarious Kenyan art form of Mchongoano and win instant prizes!
With: Xavier Nato

[108] Writing for Children
Theatre Company Stage, 10am–11.30am
A taster workshop on writing for children by those who recently graduated and will be published by Storymoja. Fun exercises that will get your writing juices flowing! You might even win a scholarship to a September workshop!
Participants: Edwin Nyakundi, Reeves Kibet, Joan Kabugu

[109] Animation Workshop
Homeboyz Zone, 10am–11.30am
In collaboration with: Homeboyz

[110] Outreach Workshop and Showcase 
Kwani?, 10am–11.30am
Come listen to those from  Marginalised communities like rural outposts and urban slums who benefited from The Imagine Company's  training in media and writing skills
In collaboration with: The Imagine Company

[111] Kids Eco-Fashion Show Plus
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 10am–11.30am
Kids come with ordinary items like paper and bottle tops and learn how to create instant clothes for an Eco-Fashion Show.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[112] Getting Justice - Screening
Film Theatre, 10am–11.30am
Getting Justice Film by Miana Kiai about the aftermath of Post Election violence including the International Criminal Court debate in Hague
In collaboration with: VOXCOM

[113] Nairobi Running Out Of Water – What Next?
UNEP Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
What alternative water sources exist? How can we conserve and better manage our water resources? Come hear the experts, get the facts, share ideas, discuss how each of us can help secure our water future.
Led by: Betty Wamalwa

[114] Skills Factory Fashion
British Council Pavilion, 10am–11.30am
A British Council workshop for youth on fashion and design.
Led by: Liz Ogembo

[115] How Well Do You Know Your Fellow Kenyans?
Diversity Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
Steadman Research reach into their enormous data files on Kenyan political and social habits and attitudes, and challenge you to figure out Fact or Fiction? Register a team of eight and you may win factual prizes!
Led by: George Waititu

[116] Careers in Writing
Makini Marquee, 12pm–1.30pm
Come meet local and international writers who make a living doing what they love as film-makers, journalists, storytellers, publishers, poets, playwrights, etc. Come armed with questions if you seek a job in the writing professions, or just want to find out about careers in writing.
With: Martin Njaga

[117] Kenya's competitiveness on the Global arena
Enterprise Tent, 12pm–1.30pm
Perspectives on Kenya and Africa's position as articulated in the recent G8 meeting
With: Mr. James Mwangi  and Rob McCaire

[118] Outsourcing – Challenges and Opportunities
Can Do Platform, 12pm–1.30pm
Can our outsourcing businesses ever challenge those in India? What advantages/disadvantages do we enjoy? Listen to an expert on the competitive issues that entrepreneurs can and should exploit.
In collaboration with: Nesbitt of Kencall

[119] Sandra Mushi, Stanley Kenani & Phyllis Muthoni
Camera Laye Stage, 12pm–1.30p
Conversation with poets, Sandra Mushi (TZ), Stanley Kenani (Malawi), Phyllis Muthoni (Kenya)
Chaired by: Stephen Partington

[120] Domestic Violence
Theatre Company Stage, 12pm–1.30pm
In collaboration with: True Love

[121] A Conversation with Monica Arac and Chika Unigwe and Tony Kan
Homeboyz Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Meet Africa's hot  new writers Chika Unigwe (NIG), Monica Arac (UG) and Tony Kan (NIG)
Chaired by: Doreen Baingana

[122] Launch of the Second Half of Kwani??'s 5th Edition – ‘Revelations & Conversations’
Kwani?, 12pm–1.30pm
Examining Kenya in the context and violent aftermath of the 2007 elections. Also launched is Internally Misplaced, a Kwani?? edition by Wambui Mwangi on a day in the life of Madam’s driver as Kenya burns
In collaboration with: Kwani?

[123] Song and Dance
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 12pm–1.30pm
Learn different dance styles for different types of music. A lively dance workshop for children aged between 6 and 12 years.
Led by: Amimo Olembo

[124] The Race - Screening
Film Theatre, 12pm–1.30pm
Kimani Mburu's film The Race is the Kalasha Award winning Riverwood Movie of the Year
With: Dickson Migiro

[125] Workable Solutions – A Discussion
UNEP Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
Join the discussion on what social, legal, financial and political issues hinder the pursuit of bio-friendly ‘solutions’ for household and industrial needs? Be inspired by those practising Workable Solutions.
In collaboration with: Organic Farming, Biogas, Solar, Jikos, Stephen Karekesi, Prisons

[126] Discussion with Vikram Seth
British Council Pavilion, 2pm–3.30pm
In conversation with a feisty local academic and a sweet-talking newspaper editor.
Participants: Wambui Mwangi, Ali Zaidi

[127] Satyagraha
Diversity Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
In the footsteps of Gandhi: No to Tribalism and Racism. Can Kenya’s South Asians intercede?
In collaboration with: Awaaz

[128] Speak Like Obama
Makini Marquee, 2pm–3.30pm
We challenge you to craft a speech like Obama and deliver it flawlessly. A five-minute speech with an empowering vision that will inspire Kenyans to change our country for the better. Register on our blogsite: http://storymojaafrica.wordpress.com.
Led by: Nureen Velji

[129] Big Dreams
Enterprise Tent, 2pm–3.30pm
Your dream might be to help others, change your environment or to grow your business. Listen to a dynamo who has dreamt big in both business and philanthropy, to find out her Big Story so you can construct your own.
With: Eva Muraya of Color Creations

[130] So We Have the Fibre-optic Cable – What Next?
Can Do Platform, 2pm–3.30pm
What are the social, economic and political ramifications of greatly improved online connectivity. What needs to be done by government, private industry and citizens to take full advantage?
With: Paul Kukubo

[131] Missing Voices in Politics
Camera Laye Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
What are these ‘missing voices’ of those not (or under-) represented, saying that we can’t or won't hear? How do we include these groups in the national agenda? Hon. Njoki Ndungu engages in a discussion on ‘Missing Voices in Politics’.
Participants: Njoki Ndungu, Kate Adie, Youth Leaders

[132] Fab at Forty Plus
Theatre Company Stage, 2pm–3.30pm
Join fabulous women who share their tips on what it takes to look and stay ‘Fab at Forty Plus’.
Participants: Wambui Teju/Terry Mugai

[133] Songwriting Workshop
Homeboyz Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
Introductory taster for one and two day workshops. Hear experts on the state of Kenyan songwriting. Try mini-craft exercises on structure, melody and lyrics. Learn about copyrights and more.
Led by: David Ohingo, KCS

[134] Kenya Burning Panel Discussion
Kwani?, 2pm–3.30pm
Check out the exhibition in the Godown Space and then come hear and question those who captured and recorded Kenya’s post-election violence.
In collaboration with: Kwani?

[135] Games and Song Time
Storyhippo Kids Zone, 2pm–3.30pm
With Zoom Zoom and other local nursery songs and ditties.
In collaboration with: Storymoja

[136] Sauti Kimya – Sounds in Silence
Film Theatre, 2pm–3.30pm
A new show in development celebrating cultural and environmental life. Audience members are invited to participate in an interactive workshop performance.
In collaboration with: The Theatre Company

[137] Closing Ceremony & Prize Presentation
With: Wole Soyinka, Anto and Amimo
Storymoja Limelight Stage, 4pm–5pm