Young and in love with farming Once shunned as a dirty job, agriculture is now a lifeline for some graduates - turning soil into success despite old stereotypes.
PRIME How former househelp built an international herbs brand Esther grows mother plants in open fields and propagates cuttings in coconut peat trays before distributing the seedlings to farms across Kenya.
Embrace your irrationality to become an effective leader If you are not feeling stupid at times, chances are something may be missing in the process of aiming for intelligent decision making.
PRIME From Sh150,000 to global markets: My hydroponics success story Daniel is part of a global movement revolutionising food systems through urban farming.
Does imagination trump knowledge? A core human instinct is avoiding looking foolish, yet in business, learning often requires risking failure and embracing mistakes.
PRIME Kenyans ditching middlemen to import directly from China A growing number of entrepreneurs are cutting out intermediaries to save money, gain control, and simplify the importation process.
PRIME Leah carves a niche with chilli oil and stirs up fiery success Leah began by growing chilli on an acre of her father’s land with a modest investment of Sh20,000.
Do we see only what we can talk about? Managers create their world in their speaking. It is painful to admit but we see only what we want to see.
PRIME How former rugby coach Anthony Muchiri rebuilt his career in US When he got to the US, he found a purpose that would later unfurl into the formation of a company. Before that, he had to start building from the foundation up!
Thinking in systems: What every smart manager knows Thanks to good old-fashioned delays, oscillations and the cyclical nature of just about everything, the idea of an optimum state and balanced equilibrium should be questioned.
PRIME Why middle class is ditching new for refurbished furniture, electronics Behind the thriving second-hand market is a parallel repair economy — carpenters, electricians, upholsterers, and technicians who breathe new life into old pieces.
PRIME How friendship bloomed into a fortune maker What began as friendship is now Aromatic Fresh Kenya—a thriving family business with their spouses as directors.
Does apprenticeship fit in this age of AI? Avoid juggling multiple skills; focus is key, and multitasking will derail your learning.
PRIME US-born investor who sold everything to help Americans move to Kenya In late 2023, Kea Simmons registered Traverze Culture in America and its subsidiary Traverze Culture Africa in Kenya.
PRIME Mitumba traders move from stalls to TikTok streams In an age of instant shopping, Kenya’s mitumba traders are turning livestreams into booming resale businesses.
PRIME How agronomist reaps Sh400,000 monthly from his farm On average, Fred earns between Sh250,000 and Sh400,000 per month, depending on market conditions.
PRIME More women quit corporate jobs to drive taxis Kenyan women, including mothers and former corporate professionals, are increasingly joining ride-hailing platforms to sustain their livelihoods.
PRIME Inside Likoni workshop that’s bridging gaps for cerebral palsy children One of their significant achievements is the creation of the Yaya seat, a special chair designed for children with cerebral palsy.
PRIME The man who collects sneakers People collect all sorts of things—stamps, coins, action figures, or even rare art. For some, the joy of collecting is rooted in passion, nostalgia, or simply a love for a particular item. One...
To achieve mastery or flow with randomness? Business success likely combines both—being shaped by random forces while also exercising control through the pursuit of mastery.
PRIME Shift to home-made detergents eats into Kenya soaps market Once a large-scale, specialised process, soap-making has now entered local kitchens, with many choosing homemade, small-batch production.
PRIME Brewing change, a cup at a time For six years, Jennifer has avoided the financing pitfalls that cause most Kenyan start-ups to fail within a year.
The crucial prevention and restorative steps that every business should take A structured mediation process helps clarify issues, ensuring a constructive dialogue rather than an adversarial confrontation.
Why the best managers are often philosophical Business success is all about being open to possibility and awareness.
PRIME Spices market sizzles on Kenyans quest for healthy living From boosting immunity, libido to aiding digestion, herbs and spices have quickly captured the attention of a population eager to improve its well-being.
