K E N Y A

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• For information, background and the history of Kenya click here

• Researching Information About Kenya - The Delamere Group is proud to introduce Indexkenya.org, which is an online index of articles published in Nairobi newspapers, and is sponsored by the Ford Foundation. The focus of the articles indexed includes culture, law/governance, reproductive health, and other topics about which information is difficult to obtain. The index will ultimately include details of articles published since 1980. The actual content of an article is not provided, rather online citations describing the articles. Hard copy of any article indexed can be ordered directly from the Kenya Indexing Project. This database will be updated on a regular basis. Visit this site.

• When it comes to promoting your business and marketing in Kenya using the various channels of communications and media currently available, you basically have two choices.
  • Use your own staff and existing personnel and undertake your marketing campaign "in-house" and employ the various resources and facilities listed on our Marketing pages, which have all been tried and tested and are confidently recommended by our firm. Click here
  • Or you can use the services of a reputable and successful marketing firm such as Delamere-Pennine Associates. The choice is yours, but in today's competitive market you cannot ignore the need for a positive and aggressive marketing policy if you want your business to succeed and grow. Visit the site of Delamere Marketing
    

• For books on Kenya (plus all other countries) that cover the business climate, investment opportunities and doing business with this country Visit the Delamere International Bookshop

• Managing HR in Africa - This is a new book by Ken N. Kamoche, Yaw A. Debrah and Frank Horwitz.
  
  Editor's review: As rival economies such as Asia mature, attention is now shifting to new frontiers, such as Africa. But academic debate too often neglects the complexities and diversity of this continent, and the challenges faced by both multinational companies working across Africa and domestic African companies, particularly those in the Human Resource (HR) field. Managing Human Resources in Africa is a refreshing new book that boldly tackles the HR challenges in countries right across Africa, examining the impact of contextual factors on the development of HR practices in Africa. Taking a regional approach to the subject, and featuring chapters on South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Mauritius, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Tunisia and Libya, this comprehensive study is written and edited by those with the knowledge and experience of the complexities of the continent. Visit the Delamere International Bookshop.

• Trade Magazines. Free subscriptions are now available to professionals - No hidden or trial offers, and no purchase necessary. Publications are absolutely free to professionals who qualify. The Delamere Group has arranged an ongoing contract for our clients and site visitors (See News Release) to receive these free subscriptions to qualified individuals and companies. Browse through our extensive list of trade publications by industry, title, or geographic eligibility to find the titles that best match your skills and interests. Simply complete the application form and submit it. Many are available for international delivery. For more details on the over 300 magazines currently offered on a free subscription basis click here

• Latest Economic Review (2007) of Kenya & East Africa - Please note that this report is in PDF format and is 410 pages in length. Click here.

• Employers in Kenya: Are you looking for staff to help you in your business? Then go to the FREE Classified Pages of our website and check, "Job seekers post your details." If no applicant appears suitable, feel free to post your vacancy without charge. click here

• Jobseekers in Kenya: If you are looking for employment, part-time, full-time or casual, then go our FREE Classified Pages on our website and check " Classified list of vacancies submitted by employers." If no position appears suitable, feel free to post your details for employers to check, without charge click here

• FARM-Africa has been working with poor rural African farmers and herders since 1985. They aim to make a lasting difference to their lives by providing practical help, enabling them to produce more food for their families. FARM (Food & Agricultural Research Management)-Africa is registered in the UK as a charity no. 326901 and as a 501(c)3 in the USA. Visit their site The Delamere Group are supporters of this NGO.

• Small Business Online Store - For all your supplies for office furniture, office equipment, computer hardware & software, printing and stationery, mobile phones including telematics. International delivery is arranged by most of our suppliers. Visit the site of Delamere Small Business Online Store

• Doing Business in Kenya - Read this excellent book on this subject of how to do business in this country, the pitfalls and the advantages. Visit the Delamere International Bookshop.

• Expanding Your Business In East Africa - The Delamere Group works with successful companies to extend and develop their businesses and scope, as well as with under-performing companies and institutions to improve their viability, by identifying and resolving their financing requirements and improving their management capability. We network and collaborate with other consultancy companies, both local and international, where specialist technical input is required. The company develops private sector led infrastructure projects in Kenya as well as takes a special interest in managing lines of credit for renewable energy sources. Visit this site.

• Immigration to the USA & Green Card Lottery for Citizens of Kenya - Delamere-Pennine Associates have recently introduced a service to our clients in order to assist with the numerous enquiries regarding the process of emigrating into the United States and Canada. This service includes preparing and submitting the required documentation to satisfy the Immigration & Naturalization Services (INS) of the US Government with regard to entering your name (and family) into the "Green Card Lottery" each year. One of our Senior Partners visits Nairobi, Kenya and Cape Town, South Africa, each year and will be available for free, informal, without obligation, interviews. For full details read more.

• For books, e-books, guides, contacts and reliable sources for employment in Kenya, either as a job seeker or employer/recruiter, we suggest that you visit our Employment Pages

• Receive Updates from the International Job Market - Delamere-Pennine Associates has teamed up with Donovan Inc., and Quest Recruitment Services. This combined service will send your résumé out to over 20,000 recruiters and over 800 key employers. If you are looking for a job in Kenya this service is producing excellent results for our clients in over 75 countries, who are looking for a change in employment or first time job seekers. iDonovan.com/ke - Kenya's leading career network

• Web site designing and development services for international online trading. We offer services to small business and individuals who want a web presence for their small business or private use. Our fees and prices are very reasonable and we offer free advice on the best way to set out your web presence. Contact us at Virtuosity Design

• Farmers in Kenya - Already farmers in Kenya are saving $1,000s each year by using this terrific irrigation tool by Approtech and its low-cost manual water pumps that have already changed the agricultural economy of Kenya. Visit this site For more information about the "Rainmaker" MoneyMaker Plus, a manual irrigation pump made by a Nairobi-based nonprofit company called Appropriate Technologies for Enterprise Creation, or simply Approtec contact us for details.

• African Imports from Kenya- Our firm has linked with this leading importer of African goods to the USA and Canada, products and goods which include authentic jewelry, art, clothing, fabrics, plus much more, all of which are made by Africans in their own communities in their own cultural way and for the most part all goods are hand made. We provide a 100% guarantee of satisfaction and shipment of orders are sent to you the very next business day. Check out the Section "What's New" as new products and goods are received on a daily basis. Click Here

• Pride Africa - This non-profit organization provides financial and information products and networks for the small-scale entrepreneur in Africa. (visit their site)

Real Estate

• If you are a shrewd investor in real estate and property, we strongly recommend that you visit our web page on Property Investments and the ideas that have been used by our client's that have produced millions for them.

• A brief history of white ownership of land in Kenya - Just before Kenya was declared a free state in 1963, founding President Jomo Kenyatta, held a meeting in Nakuru, (then the hub of settler activities), where he exclusively addressed the settler farmers. He assured them that the large tracts of lands and property that they owned were not going to be taken away from them. Still unconvinced and distrusting black rule, some of the white farmers sold their land and property and left for their mother countries or the new lands, New Zealand and Australia. If you would like to read this full report, go to this link, click here.

• This important issue of land ownership in Kenya - We have recently received a letter from an associate in Nairobi who expresses the opinion of whether Kenya no longer being a British Colony has made any difference to land ownership by the average citizen of Kenya. He said, "It is amazing that after 41 years of independence we know and control so little of a country that we claim to be ours. Kenya may no longer be a British colony, but it is certainly not independent either." It seems the majority of land is still owned by powerful political families, such as the Kenyetta, Moi and Kibaki families and others. Read this report.
  

Travel

• Enjoy a Safari In the Heart of Africa - For a truly inspiring and memorable adventure vacation, taking a Safari holiday in South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia or Zimbabwe, is the experience of a lifetime. Our firm through our travel "partner" organizes pre-arranged or customized tours of Africa, where you can enjoy wildlife and the culture of Africa at its best. We cater especially for small groups. Contact us for details.

• Delamere Travel Special Promotion - This is one of UK's leading tour operators offering great value package holidays and flights to inspiring worldwide destinations. We offer good quality flights, transfers and accommodation at one excellent value for money price with thousands of getaways to popular destinations including Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, Spain, India, Gambia, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Dominican Republic and more! Exclusive discounts for customers who book online. Click for more details.

• For travel books on Kenya (plus all other countries) that relate to travel to this country and the best places to visit while in this country, click here

• Book on Kenyan History - This brilliant book Kenya Pioneers by Errol Trzebinski covers the white pioneer phase of Kenya's history and spans the years from 1896, when three couples landed on the coast, to 1920, when the protectorate became a crown colony. Hugh Cholmondeley, 3rd Baron Delamere, was the best-known settler, but this book shows that liberated gentlewomen and adventurous Jews were among the more interesting figures in Kenyan history. Click for a review of the contents Kenya Pioneers

• Kenya Comprehensive Tourist Guide - Kenya is a favorite destination for travelers from around the world. It is an all year round destination with so much to offer. As so many have discovered, your Kenya Experience will leave a lasting impression and invite your return. The magazine is available at leading hotels, airports, airline offices, and places of touristic interest. Click here.

• For the latest Immigration Information for Kenya to enter the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, plus other major countries, for tourism, study or business, and you require a visa, passport or customs regulations, visit Delamere Immigration Services

• Don't forget to visit our international site Delamere Travel, click here

• Soysambu Conservancy Limited -This non-profit organization is in the process of being formed to establish a Conservancy in Kenya for the benefit of the public through preserving an environment which will sustain wildlife and vegetation alongside wildlife tourism. See the beautiful photos taken by Kat Combes. Visit their site

• Kenya Guide - Researched and written by local correspondents, Nelles Guides are updated on a regular basis to provide only the very latest information. A well-rounded introduction delves into the culture and history of Kenya, tempting you to explore. The "What to See & Do" section covers everything from sightseeing, driving tours and adventurous excursions, museums and galleries. Practical travel issues - health concerns, currency, transportation, climate & clothing, visa requirements - are also given. Illustrated with over 160 color photos and maps. Click here for details

• For some background on how the British colonials lived in Kenya and also on the life of one of our friends, Beryl Markham (Beryl Clutterbuck) born in Oakham, England on 26 October 1902 and died 3 August 1986 aged 83, who lived in Kenya for many years, read this report. Beryl also wrote her book West With The Night published in 1942 which covers the memoirs of Beryl and especially her single-handed flight across the Atlantic. Read the review of the book West With The Night

• Of special interest to British visitors to Kenya is The Lord Egerton Castle, Ngata, Nakuru District, Kenya - Seeing this Castle in the Kenyan bush for the first time brings up a very interesting story about Maurice Egerton, 4th Lord Egerton of Tatton Hall, who died without successor in 1958. (The 2,000-acre Tatton Park Estate, Cheshire, England, was bequeathed to the National Trust by the fourth and last Lord Egerton in 1958. Read more) Of special interest to one of our senior partners in the Delamere Group, Dr. Geoffrey Hebdon, is the account of the Lord Egertons Pipe Organ and the planned restoration by the The Lancastrian Theatre Organ Trust. Lord Egerton was an extremely generous, philanthropic, individual and the Egerton University (EU) plans to establish the Lord Egerton Foundation in his honor. To read more about Lord Egerton and his castle, click here.
  
  
  • Read also this recent fascinating news article about the daily routine of the last Lord Egerton in his final years while living in his Castle in the Kenyan bush. Click here. For a firsthand report on the Egerton Castle from one of the students of Cape Town Academy, who recently completed the course, Diploma of Travel & Tourism, click here.
    
    
    
  • Note that Lord Maurice Egerton was the nephew of Wilbraham Egerton, 2nd Baron Egerton of Tatton (1832-1909) who was the esteemed writer of the valuable reference work Indian and Oriental Armour. Editorial Review of this excellent book: Long a vital sourcebook of information on the military history of India, this excellently illustrated volume provides factual accounts of events ranging from the earliest invasions of the subcontinent in 200 b.c. to the First Burmese War in 1824. A shorter section of the book includes detailed information on Arabian and Persian arms and Japanese armor. Illustrations and notes describe helmets, daggers, sabers, maces, blowpipes, and other weapons--all grouped according to geographical areas. A comprehensive reference for enthusiasts of arms, armor, and military history. New Introduction. 350 halftones and line illustrations.
    
    
  • For more background to this intriguing character Maurice Egerton (1874 - 1958), read this extract from the Knutsford Guardian newspaper of Cheshire, England.
    
    
  • The Delamere Group is spearheading a campaign to ensure that all the land on which Egerton Castle stood is repossessed, which might require determination by a court of law that the title deed in question is a forgery or that it was acquired through fraud or misrepresentation. Read this report.

• The William Holden Wildlife Foundation - In his memory, the William Holden Wildlife Foundation was founded to carry on his important efforts and to meet the ever-increasing demand for alternatives to extinction. The foundation's education program currently serves over 10,000 students per year. Overhead expenses in the United States are underwritten through the generosity of a single donor, ensuring that virtually 100% of your tax-deductible donation goes directly to our work. Visit this site.

• East African Wildlife Society - EAWLS, was formed in 1961. The Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Societies, both started in 1956, joined together with wildlife enthusiasts from Uganda, and thus EAWLS was born. EAWLS has been at the forefront of efforts protecting endangered and threatened species and habitats in East Africa. Visit their site.

• Kenya & Tanzania - this new book "This Way Kenya & Tanzania" is packed with stunning color photos and high-quality maps (including a fold-out one in back) that make travel a breeze. Explore historic buildings and delightful parks. Take a town walking tour. Visit the best museums. This Way guides offer a ton of practical information - open hours, contact numbers, directions and more - all in a small portable book. Read more

• Go Ballooning in Kenya - This travel company Go Ballooning in Kenya was incorporated in Kenya in the year 2004. Othmar & Günter, the pilots of the company are both experienced international commercial Balloon Pilots with a wealth of experience as well as an impeccable safety record. Both have been operating in the hot air balloon ride business since the 1980's. For clients of the Delamere Group, contact Garrick Hebdon for a special discount to take your balloon ride over the Soysambu Bush and Great Rift Valley.

• The Health Spas Guide for Kenya & South Africa - This guide covers the whole of South Africa and helps you find and book - quickly and easily - the facilities best suited to your needs - at no cost. Information about more than 80 spas, health farms, hydros and wellness centres in Kenya and South Africa - day spas, stay spas and resort spas. They also provide great gift certficates for the spa of your choice. For more details, click here.

• Many of our clients have requested a good source for buying a print or painting of Lord Delamere of Vale Royal, Cheshire, England. We have located a reliable source and suggest you go to the web site of Easy Art based in England and select in the search box "Lord Delamere" in the entire range of art work, and they currently have a beautiful hand-coloured restrike etching of Hugh Cholmondeley (pronounced Chumley) 2nd Baron Delamere 1811- 1887, with Vale Royal in the background, by Diana Calvert, ID # 35782. Hugh was one of the ancestors of the founder of the Delamere Group. Click here.

• Lake Naivasha Region of Kenya - Early history and the settlement of the British in this region have made it a popular place to visit. Read more.

• The Delamere Group is a supporter of the Nature Kenya Organization.

• Bird Watching In Kenya-Home of the Flamingos - Remember the scenes from the film, Out of Africa when Meryl Streep and our friend Robert Redford (of Sundance in Salt Lake City) are flying over the lakes of Kenya and the thousands of flamingos like a pink cloud, passing over the same beautiful lakes? This experience can be yours. For more details click here. If you require assistance with travel, accommodation and arrangements for a tour of this region. Contact our firm. If you wish to simply enjoy a book review of the location where this film was made, and the beautiful area around Ngong Hills where Karen Blixen lived click here. For some trivia about the film "Out of Africa" read more.
  • If you wish to review or purchase the book, or buy the DVD Out of Africa visit this link Out of Africa.
    
    
  • Editor's Note: We have just received a complimentary copy of a great new book about the life of Denys Finch Hatton. This book titled Too Close to the Sun written by Sarah Wheeler is highly recommended.

• For a complete list of all National Parks and Nature Reserves in Kenya click here

Education

• Don't forget to visit our international site Delamere Education, click here

• How to Obtain a Legally Recognized Degree Based on Your Life/Work Experience or Prior Study - There are times in life, when because of circumstances you are overlooked for employment or promotion opportunities, yet you have the experience of life or skills, but are just lacking that 'piece of paper.' We have on occasions recommended to our clients, using this entirely legal and accredited way of obtaining an "Instant Degree" from a recognized institute operating a legally recognized tertiary education. Many are now holding senior positions in government and private companies. Read more, especially the FAQ on Instantdegrees.com

• Request to pipe organ lovers everywhere - The Delamere Group is promoting a campaign to assist in the renovation and restoration of the old Lord Egerton Castle, Ngata, Nakuru District, Kenya, and the old organ still currently abandoned in the Castle. The old castle in now in the hands of the Kenyan Museum Service who want to turn it into a tourist site, the property of the late Lord Maurice Egerton of Tatton having been handed on to the Kenyan Government for use by the Egerton University and for the benefit of tourists from all over of the world. The project to gather funds and undertake the planned restoration of the old organ is being spearheaded by the Lancastrian Theatre Organ Trust.
  
  
  • For some background to this old castle of Lord Egerton and the recent project to renovate and rescue this fine building from further deterioration, visit this site.
    
    
  • We also invite you to visit Organs and Organists Online. The purpose of this website is to provide a friendly and useful home on the Web for our members to discuss their interests in the Organ and its music. Whether you are a professional Organist, Church Musician, Organ Builder or Technician, Organ Enthusiast or Student, you will find items of interest.
    
    
  • If you could pass on this information to any individual or organization that you feel might be interested in assisting in the collection of funds to assist in the philanthropic campaign to renovate the old pipe organ in the Lord Egerton Castle, in Kenya, we would greatly appreciate this gesture. Please supply our email address, for the attention of the Lord Egerton Organ Fund.

• If you are interested in the history of " Lord Delamere" and how the Mau Mau was sidelined and how the new Kenya Government was established, we encourage you to read this report from a colleague who works at the UNO. click here

• The Delamere Group is a sponsor of "Save the Children" fund, plus "Children International". Sponsor a child today you can make a difference! Click here. Both groups are working around the world to create positive, lasting changes in the lives of disadvantaged children and families. Why not support this worthy cause Help change the world: Sponsor a child and 'help to make a difference'.

• Understand the local language and learn to speak Swahili. Visit our web page on study at home language courses click here

• Latest book on Aids in Africa - The immediate concern of Francis Imbuga's latest novel, Miracle of Remera, is the HIV/Aids pandemic in Kenya and Africa. Imbuga has, no doubt, found a fresh intriguing approach to this subject hitherto unexplored in literary examination of the pandemic. For this book and other books, click on this link Aids in Africa

• East African Wildlife Society - EAWLS, was formed in 1961. The Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Societies, both started in 1956, joined together with wildlife enthusiasts from Uganda, and thus EAWLS was born. EAWLS has been at the forefront of efforts protecting endangered and threatened species and habitats in East Africa. Visit their site.

• For books on Kenya (plus all other countries) that cover the geography, people, culture, government, economy, communications, and transportation, military and transnational issues, Visit this site.

• The Early History of Kenya - Read the fascinating book by Elsbeth Huxley related to the early settlement of the British in Kenya during the period 1890 - 1968, especially related to the Cholmondeley (pronounced Chumley) family and the 3rd Lord Delamere of Vale Royal, Cheshire. Read White Man's Country

• Book on Kenyan History - This brilliant book Kenya Pioneers by Errol Trzebinski covers the white pioneer phase of Kenya's history and spans the years from 1896, when three couples landed on the coast, to 1920, when the protectorate became a crown colony. Hugh Cholmondeley, 3rd Baron Delamere, was the best-known settler, but this book shows that liberated gentlewomen and adventurous Jews were among the more interesting figures in Kenyan history. Click for a review of the contents Kenya Pioneers

• An additional book that provides a background to the colonial history of Kenya is this informative book by George Bennett, Kenya: A Political History, The Colonial Period. This volume is highly recommended by the owners of the Delamere Group.

• Egerton University is the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya, and has a long tradition of scholarship and academic excellence. Founded in 1939, the institution traces its roots to the generosity of Lord Maurice Egerton of Tatton. Visit this site.

• Lakes of the Rift Valley - This report from the Leicester University in England contains excellent information for students who would like more information on Lake Naivasha, Lake Bogoria, and Lake Baringo. The report is produced by EarthWatch.org and is a PDF file. Click here.

• Education Opportunities in Commonwealth Countries -The British Council connects people worldwide with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK and builds lasting relationships between the UK and other countries. If you wish to study or teach in any of the Commonwealth countries, contact us,

General & Shopping

• For a listing of major online shopping stores in Kenya, visit the Delamere-Pennine Shopping site

• For paintings and prints of African Wildlife -These beautiful pieces of art by Simon Combes are a delight to own or present as gifts.

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Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com

• Visit the web site of Simon Combes to learn of his life and work. Click here.
  
  Editor's Note: We regret to inform our readers that Simon was gored to death by a water buffalo on 12 December 2004 while out on an evening walk on his farm in Kenya. The staff and management of Delamere Travel send their condolences to Simon's family. Read the obituary of Simon Combes published in the Independent Newspaper, as written by our friend David Shepherd. Click here.

• Rugs & Mats in Natural Fiber - NaturalAreaRugs.com is the most competitive source for Sisal, Jute, Sea Grass, Mountain Grass and Bamboo rugs on the Internet. They offer an exclusive selection of the most popular styles and highest quality, and customers save 80 percent or more as compared with other fine brands. Check out the "Kenya Collection" for some great designs. Visit Natural Area Rugs