Rethinking Kenya’s projects investment post Vision 2030 Moving forward, Kenya needs a more coordinated and data-driven infrastructure investment strategy.
Navigating tariff tempest: Kenya’s moment of truth Kenya’s textile and apparel sub-sector directly employs over 66,000 people and 150,000–200,000 workers indirectly.But the dual threat of Agoa’s looming expiration and rising US protectionism is...
PRIME Cancel State sugar millers leasing deals The government has ignored likely impact on the perennial problem of sugarcane poaching.
Rough road for non-banked lenders in supporting motorbike ownership Non-banked lenders have been critical in supporting micro-enterprises, but taxes undermine this by shrinking disposable income; they must absorb these losses or tighten lending criteria, both...
Irony of progressive mental health law snubbed in practice two years on According to the World Health Organization, one in four Kenyans will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime.
New dawn for certainty in transfer pricing and cooperation APAs' introduction in Kenya reflects an intention to align the country’s TP regime with global standards and enhance its attractiveness to foreign investors.
The forgotten roles of geological expertise in construction industry Before foundations are cast, a proper geological and geotechnical investigation should be standard practice.
Crucial skills for navigating AI in schools Incorporating AI systems and policies into education will be key to shaping their use in teaching and learning.
Why care work should be everyone’s business Across Africa, unpaid care work by women and girls remains an invisible yet vital part of the economy.
Why Kenya should reset foreign policy messaging A recalibrated foreign policy must empower key institutions such as the Foreign Affairs ministry and diplomatic advisory panels to play a more central role.
Why proposed EA federation will be regional force to reckon with The federation would become Africa’s most populous country with 302.2 million people.
Gen Zs need support to overcome identity crisis in an inflexible world Gen Z should not be dismissed as disruptive - they are central to the moment, deserving full support through both adversity and success.
PRIME The economic foundations of public anger Whatever the explanation, few politicians survived the wrath of citizens in 2022. Will their colleagues do any better in the next cycle?
Alternative ways of generating income post-retirement By offering consultancy or freelance services, retirees can stay professionally active without the full commitment of running a business.
Why EAC agri-food systems policy must embrace its youth To unlock its full potential and achieve sustainable food security, the sector must engage and empower its most dynamic asset: the youth.
Sustainability and risk management now a key ingredient of boardroom decision making process Companies and their directors are legally accountable to shareholders – and that means factoring in not only the financial but also strategic risks in decision making.
Being realistic, practical on health issues Please reflect on you and your health. Appreciate it while it’s in good shape, and if it is not apply a healthy mindset to its hopeful restoration.
Diversity, inclusion key to corporate innovation Multiple studies have shown that companies with diverse workforces are more likely to outperform less diverse peers financially.
Purity paradox: How Gen Z risks undermining its own revolution Kenya's youth account for 75 percent of the population. In the last general election, our voting bloc was the largest, and yet, youth turnout was the lowest.
Investing in nurses’ wellbeing smart economic strategy for a healthy Kenya Evidence shows that investments in nurses pay off.
Tourism’s future must be smart, sustainable and community-led Smart recommendation engines match tourists with community-led experiences with blockchain systems enabling fair, direct payments.
Local ownership will power the future of Africa’s energy In the era of independence, we must concede that foreign investment still dominates, but it has brought with it capital, operational expertise and new technology.
What organisations should consider for a sustainable finance framework A framework for sustainable finance must cover some basic components to enable the organisation to fulfil its ambition.
Why women and youth are locked out of Kenya’s food security vision We cannot have a serious conversation about food security in Kenya without tackling the financial exclusion that sidelines women and the youth.
Dynamic pricing: Balancing equity and the bottomline Charging premium rates during peak hours or location of access may optimise network resources, but it risks deepening the digital divide.
