Hey folks. As promised last week, here are the photos and video of the launch of Kenya’s Tax Czar, M.G. Waweru’s autobiography, my latest ghostwriting project.
MG is the former Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority and a founder member of TransCentury, Kenya’s best known chama.
The Hard cover looks fabProgram of the dayAngela Muthoni entering the venue.Don’t just love her outfit?Connie Waithaka puts her best foot forward.MaryG couldn’t resist posing at the entrance.These ladies did not come to play.She looks fab!Kiarie Kamau (left), the MD/CEO EAEP confers with Bonney Tunya, the MC and Sharon Banda, Operations Director Eaep before guests arrive.The Eaep sales team is all set. Love the smiles! L-R: Catherine Githinji, Linda Riandeh, Caroline Wanja & Evelyn Wekulo.L-R: Patrick Wanyeki, Joel Ateya & Kenneth Angaga.Judy Muriuki, one of the early birds checking out the books on sale.Gitau, MG’s son with his wife Waithera who is making sure his mum Njeri is ready for the event.The early birds getting their copies signed by MG.Maina is certainly excited.Can’t blame him.It’s not every day that your dad launches his autobiography.Arriving at the venue with my family.KK, Eaep MD gives us a warm welcome.Took a moment to confer with KK before taking our seats.Arrival of the Chief Guest, Hon Amos Kimunya, Majority Leader of the National Assembly of Kenya.A photo op before the function starts.On the far right is Mr Abel Muriithi, a Director at Eaep.MG formally introduces me to the Chief Guest Hon Amos Kimunya.Gitau and Waithera. Veronica, Maina’s wife is on the left.Ngogu Gitau, MG’s older brother keenly follows the proceedings.Njogu Waweru (right), MG’s last born son.Something in there clearly made him happy.Mum & me.Connie & Angela.My sister MaryG.Bonney Tunya interviews MG before he makes his formal remarks.Another close up shot of mum. That hat is everything.My college buddies Nimzy (left) & Mwende graced the occasion.Images like this one make every author dance for joy.Couldn’t resist sharing another one.This never gets old.MG making his speech……followed by the Chief Guest, Hon Amos Kimunya.Finally…the moment we’ve all been waiting for. The book is unveiled.Then MG began signing more books. There is MaryG on the far right waiting her turn.As more guests lined up for that all important signature and a selfie with MG.The queue was growing but they all waited patiently.My sister Aggie & hubby Joseph Ngige finally got their turn.For others it was time for selfies..MaryG with hubby Lati (right) & Joseph Ngige (left).More selfies…I love this photo.Njeri is a formidable businesswoman and her story is very inspiring. You’ll have to get the book to find out more!Mum congratulating MG on a job well done.A photo op with the Chief Guest as the event draws to a close.Hmmm…wonder what KK is telling Njeri.My buddies Nimzy and Jackie (far right) got to meet MG……as did my transcriber Maina Ngure.You did a fabulous job Maina.I look forward to working with you on more projects.Time for a family photo.These guys were fabulous, so warm and welcoming. They were a joy to work with. Thank You MG Family!My people. Thank you for always supporting me guys.I love you all!And finally, the man of the moment, the reason we were all here. Congratulations MG on a job well done.You are a Shujaa!
Thank you to all who attended. We would have loved to have more people but Covid restrictions prevented us. See you all soon. Until then stay safe. Wear a mask. Sanitize. Keep social distance.
Kenya’s Tax Czar is available in all bookshops and on Amazon. Read my previous post for more information.
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