S001/004/2010: THE SAGANA RESOLUTION ON YOUTH AND LEADERSHIP IN BARINGO AND IN KENYA

The Third National Youth Conference on Climate Change where the Youth of Baringo and others from across Kenya signed the S001/004/2010: Sagana Resolution On Youth and Leadership in Kenya

We, the YOUNG PEOPLE of Kenya;

Being part of an ongoing search for alternative leadership, gathered at Malta Camp Sagana from 3rd- 5th September 2010 representing youth organizations, networks and movements at local and national levels.

In the desire to seize the optimism and a renewed sense of patriotism ushered in by the ratification of the new Constitution;

APPRECIATING the bad state of our country’s leadership, governance and environment;

RECOGNISING the numerous opportunities and challenges existing in our country Kenya;

REALISING the place of intrinsic values of integrity, selflessness, patriotism, honesty and self-drive;

DETERMINED to address these challenges and exploit the opportunities;

COMMITED to establishing a movement of conscientious young leaders, ready to lay down all else in the best interest of our communities and motherland Kenya;

HAVING held authentic dialogues between and amongst ourselves;

HEREBY do commit ourselves to;

1.0 Having a NEW HEART that demonstrates; Roho Mpya
1.01 A willingness to change for the better
1.02 A commitment to develop new values and virtues
1.03 A spirit devoid of selfish concerns and arrogant pursuit of parochial interests.
1.04 A Character that is truly dead to corruption and indifference
1.03 A Commitment to uplifting one another
1.04 A Genuine concern for all disadvantaged persons and groups
1.05 Resilience in the face of ALL adversity
1.06 A Consistency of Passion for a Better Kenya

2.0 Having a NEW PURPOSE that demonstrates;
2.01 An unrelenting Pursuit for Excellence in all that we do
2.02 A commitment to Empowering and equipping fellow youth at all levels
2.03 A commitment to maximizing our Potential as youth
2.04 A Commitment to add value to our communities and Country
2.03 Alternative leadership that is committed to being green in every thing we do and say

3.0 Having a NEW ATTITUDE that demonstrates;
3.01 A capacity to be open-minded, accommodative and tolerant of others irrespective of their
faith, gender, age, status etc
3.02 An ability to self-motivate and to embrace an optimistic spirit. . .
3.03 An acceptance of our obligation to be good stewards of our environment.
3.04 Progressive youth leadership at all levels.

4.0 Taking on NEW RESPONSIBILITIES that include;
4.01 Actively participating in governance processes
4.02 Role playing
4.03 Promoting accountability and integrity
4.04 Providing creative solutions to the problems and challenges we face in our communities
and Country
4.05 Taking personal responsibility as leaders at all times.
4.06 Offering opportunities to others for Mentorship
4.07 Encouraging healthy partnerships and friendships between youth and organizations
4.08 Persistently engaging in civil dialogue.

5.0 Cultivating NEW FRIENDSHIPS based on; Urafiki Mpya
5.01 ‘Green’ Values and beliefs
5.02 Intrinsic human values
5.03 Networking
5.04 Viewing people as resources
5.05 Healthy friendships
5.06 Compromises-meeting others halfway
5.07 Sharing time with others who may need our inspiration and helping them unconditionally

6.0 Forging a NEW CONFIDENCE that;
6.01 Believes in oneself and in the power of what you can do.
6.02 Influences things through positive contributions
6.03 Challenges traditional wisdom and retrogressive status quo.
6.04 Upholds justice and dignity at all times.

7.0 Setting NEW AMBITIONS aimed at;
7.01 Achieving higher than the norms
7.02 Engaging in civil activism and positive and aggressive advocacy to cause desired change
7.03 Looking beyond our comfort zones
7.04 Eradicating poverty through creative and innovative youth-led initiatives
7.05 Offering support to youth in neighboring countries especially those ravaged by war such as
Somalia and Sudan.

8.0 Tapping into NEW RESOURCES including;
8.01 Individuals who are the greatest resource which can be mobilized for a new beginning thus
the need to develop, motivate and channel human capital more productively
8.02 Information which must be carefully channeled to make an impact
8.03 Natural resources
8.04 Personal attributes
8.05 The acquisition of prudent personal financial management and time management skills.
8.06 Peer audits to check on our progress

9.0 Enhancing NEW GENEROSITY that implies;
9.01 Giving oneself to a cause that involves sacrifice.
9.02 New ideas on making our community amenities better
9.03 Volunteerism at the grassroots level e.g. volunteer work in cleaning community markets.
9.04 Collective responsibility in society to preserve societal norms, progressive cultural practices
and maintain the moral fabric.

Conclusion

BELIEVING that indeed A NEW ‘GREEN’ KENYA is possible, a Kenya free of the shackles of the past, devoid of the mediocrity in the leadership of today, we steadfastly resolve to overcome the challenges we confront as we seek to realize this new leadership.

In this, we, the undersigned, do hereby commit to undertake the aforementioned to the best of our ability. Towards this, we will uphold our Constitution, safeguard the well being of Kenya and its entire people; promote our diversity and cultural heritage; protect and conserve our environment and actively cultivate nationalistic values

Kenya Youth Climate Network (KYCN) interview on NTV Kenya Breakfast show, 19th November 2010

The Kenya National Youth Climate Network (KYCN) on the 19th of November 2010, made a remarkable statement on Nation Television Network (NTV) breakfast show. Under the theme ‘Vijana going green’, a brief introduction was done to elucidate who the KYCN was made up of and what they have been doing in the past towards the environment.
A wake up phone call at 4:30 am was made to the guys who were to make themselves available at Nation Media House at 6:30 am. As the few of the KYCN members tried to beat the heavy traffic in the morning, nearly all of us made it for the breakfast show on time. You could see the enthusiasm that Kito and Maithya had as they went into the news room. It was all written in their faces, “Youths can make a positive change in Kenya if given a chance.” With the first session commencing with heated discussions on why Yatta and no other place for the tree planting, it was evident that Isaiah Kipyegon a representative from the Norwegian Church Aid, had all points in his finger tips, he vividly elucidated as questions were posed to him. Maithya, the Convener of the Yatta tree planting on the other hand under the theme “Back to Eden” showed a lot of composer as he reiterated on what Isaiah was bringing to light about the Youth and Leadership in Kenya.
With a commercial break to pave way for the second session, Winnie Asiti a coordinator from the African Youth Initiative on Climate Change (AYICC-Kenya) swapped with Maithya to bring the femininity during the interview. Within no time, callers started inquiring about the envisaged tree planting staged for Yatta. It was evident that the young people in Kenya had a passion for the conservation of their environment since the NTV staff could not handle the number of callers that were on hold! After the show, the KYCN members present, George Auko (AYICC), Winnie Asiti (AYICC), Joshua Minai (AYICC), Joseph Maithya (THIRD MOVEMENT), Philip Koimet(BARINGO CHANGE MAKERS), Jackie Mugo (ST. JOHNS COMMUNTY CENTRE) and Clayton Opiyo went for a breakfast treat at T-spot under the auspices of the Norwegian Church Aid.
“Listeners come and join us tomorrow to mark the event and if you cannot make it, kindly plant a tree to mark your b-day or anniversary” Winnie Asiti.

BARINGO TEACHERS SACCO SOCIETY LIMITED

Let us see If we can Demystify them

Baringo Teachers Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited was registered on 31st August, 1976. Members are mainly Teachers from Baringo, Koibatek, East Pokot and North Baringo Districts in both Secondary and Primary Schools. Active Members are 9,500 monthly are Teachers and Government Officers.

Eldama Ravine Offices

Is it meant for teachers only?

With the introduction of Front Office Services Activity (FOSA). User Members include all willing Members of the community who number 9200. There are over 22,400 Account Holders in all FOSA Sections. , The objectives for which the Society was established is to encourage Savings among Members and to create a source of funds that Members can borrow loans at a reasonable rate of interest. Thus improving their standards of living by building their Economic Status. The Society has Shares/Deposits and savings in both COSA and FOSA in excess of a Billion Kenya Shillings.

Mogotio Office

What is the rationale behind FOSA

This is the Financial Section of the Society that was started out of necessity in October, 1999. 

It was when Multi National Banks left Rural Areas for Big Town, raised their Minimum Balances between Kshs.6000/= and Kshs.10,000/= locking out small people, and they swallowed any little amount that came through their Accounts.

members receiving assistance 

Members called upon the SACCO to come to their rescue. Special Delegates Meeting held in August, 1999 resolved on setting up the FOSA Sections for Members to channel their Salaries through the FOSA's.

The Board/Management responded with speed and saved Teachers and other Officers in Government Departments from Financial Embarrassments. FOSA E/Ravine and FOSA Kabarnet were started simultaneously with lots of difficulties. Thanks to Members who purchased Equity Shares.

However, in spite of all Shortcomings and Challenges, the FOSA Sections have emerged to pose a great challenge to Established Banks and other Financial Institutions.

The competition is Stiff and Challenging but the SACCO is determined to bring Financial Stability in the Region for the benefit of both Members and the Community.

What are their products?

(a) Savings 

• Share capital and Equity shares 

• Savings/Deposits 

(b) Loan products 

• Normal/Development loan 

• School fees loan 

• Emergency loan 

• Refinance/Top up loans 

• SACCO Quick loan 

• New Members’ Introductory Loan 

(c) Risk Management: Members’ welfare fund 

(d) Other Services: Conference Hall Facilities and Hiring of plastic seats, Public Address system (PA), Tents and Offices to let.

Pamoja Twajimudu,United We prosper

the beauty of Kabarnet