diff --git a/shell/model/homeactivity.py b/shell/model/homeactivity.py
index f94f8db1..aff4ee56 100644
--- a/shell/model/homeactivity.py
+++ b/shell/model/homeactivity.py
@@ -18,6 +18,7 @@ import time
 import gobject
 import logging
 
+from sugar.graphics.iconcolor import IconColor
 from sugar.presence import PresenceService
 from sugar.activity import Activity
 from sugar import profile