We live in a generation where much of our lives reside online. In the digital world, we do our banking, music purchases, bill paying, social planning, and even parts of …
The Human Resources field has undergone significant evolution to adapt to the changing needs of the workplace. A pertinent example of this evolution is illustrated by Elon Musk’s recent initiative …
Countries around the globe are currently reshaping their economic policies to stimulate sluggish growth that has been adversely affected by high inflation and interest rates. This transformation is taking place …
The logistics industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and real-time tracking systems. These technologies are reshaping operations and redefining customer expectations. As the demand for …
Over the years, Kenya has seen a notable surge in the consumption of luxury spirits, a trend that mirrors the country’s economic growth and changing consumer preferences. This shift is …
We all must admit that owning a fleet of cars can be challenging. Imagine not trusting anyone else but you to keep tabs on your fleet. The big question is, …
The economic challenges facing many counties today are complex, often requiring solutions that blend the efficiency, innovation, and capital of the private sector with the regulatory powers, oversight, and social …
Cultural transformation involves fundamentally changing beliefs, values, and behaviors within an organization to align with (new) organizational aspirations and goals. The first step in this transformative journey is recognizing the …
Industrialization has long been acknowledged as a potent driver of economic progress across countries and regions. In India, for instance, the rise of manufacturing in rural areas has lifted millions …
In the fast-paced world of global commerce, warehousing plays a fundamental role in ensuring seamless movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers. It serves as the silent yet indispensable protagonist, …
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, offering support, and championing the fight against a disease that affects millions globally. Breast cancer is one of …
As the world faces the mounting impacts of climate change, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. Governments, corporations, and societies are racing to reduce their carbon …
Today, we live in an age of unmatched connectivity, where industries, cities, and individuals are powered by an invisible but essential force—electricity. Yet, few of us pause to think about …
In recent times, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has faced a barrage of criticism, accused of being the grim reaper for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The narrative …
The global financial services industry is facing climate-driven losses of up to Sh232.5 trillion ($1.8 trillion) by 2050. This staggering amount will shake the industry and wipe out companies that …
After years of drought, the sudden arrival of heavy rain that began in Kenya late last year seemed like a long-awaited turn in fortune. However, as the rain continued to …
Every year, between 10 million and 12 million young people enter the labour market in Africa, but only 3 million manage to secure jobs. As a result, more than half …
As Kenya accelerates its push towards sustainable development, the transport sector stands at the forefront of this transformation. The government’s ambitious goals to increase the number of electric vehicles (EVs) …
Fast-changing circumstances necessitate a rapid transformation of our global Agri-food systems. Especially in Africa population growth, urbanization, climate change, shifting consumption patterns, human-induced conflicts, and limited resources like water, land, …
Container Freight Stations (CFSs) have been the unsung heroes of the logistics industry for decades. These distribution facilities, where import and export cargoes are grouped and separated, have quietly played …
According to the World Bank’s World Development Indicators database, as of 2021, women represented 49.61 percent of the workforce in Kenya. Over the years, women have been involved in different work sectors …
Kenya’s digital age has seen remarkable growth and transformation in recent years. The country has emerged as a leader in digital innovation in Africa, driven by widespread mobile connectivity and …
Kenya’s agriculture industry is hurting from the terrible impact of recent floods, which caused significant damage to farms, crops, and cattle, as well as the tragic loss of human life. …
Since the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concept started taking shape, there have been various campaigns encouraging businesses globally to adopt more sustainable business practices, pushing them to shift their attention …
Kenya, like many countries, faces a formidable challenge: plastic pollution. Each year, over 966 thousand tonnes of plastic waste is generated in the country, according to the UNEP Sustainable Manufacturing …
New Salesforce research shows that 37% of indebted consumers use their credit cards more today than a year ago, while 32% report using alternative credit services like “buy now, pay …
The construction industry is a significant contributor to environmental degradation. It accounts for approximately 39% of global carbon emissions, with 28% coming from operational emissions from energy used to heat, …
It’s a story as old as, well, the pandemic; industries going through disruption to adapt to a world that has in some instances remained the same and in other instances, …
Kenyan businesses, like those in many other parts of the world, have faced numerous challenges over the last year. Disruption of the global supply chain, as well as the recent …
Technological innovation continues to fundamentally change the global media industry. Consumers today face a proliferation of sources and social media platforms to navigate, with algorithms influencing how people engage with …
New technologies like cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), mobility, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are now ingrained in our lives making it imperative for companies to either stay ahead …
In recent years, Africa has emerged as a hotbed of innovation and entrepreneurial activity, fueled by a vibrant ecosystem of startups. Among these rising stars, Flutterwave has garnered significant attention …
Earlier this year, African heads of state met in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa to discuss some of the continent’s most pressing challenges. Child health professionals should be happy …
Commercial real estate is thriving in Kenya, the largest market in the East African region, with a gross domestic product worth $118.1bn. The sector genuinely stands out as one of …
There has been a lot of talk about the Ardhi Sasa platform, launched by the Ministry of Lands. The majority of the talk has been marred with complaints with many …
Digitization is revolutionizing the way businesses operate across the globe, and Africa is no exception. Over the past two years, remote and hybrid arrangements have become the norm in the …
Towards the end of March, Agri-value chain actors converged in Nairobi for the Global G.A.P. Tour Stop conference to discuss and formulate a permanent solution that ensures agricultural exports meet …
When it comes to buying a car, buyers are often faced with the dilemma of whether to look for car financing or save up and make a cash purchase. While …
As parents prepare to take their children back to school after the two weeks holiday the question of just how safe and comfortable our learning spaces will once again be …
Air conditioning systems (ACs) are an increasingly common feature in modern homes, workplaces, and social spaces. Apart from making indoor environments more comfortable, by cooling rooms and reducing humidity, ACs …
As the new school term kicks off in Kenya, parents and guardians face the daunting task of preparing their children for success in the academic term ahead. It can be …
Raila Odinga is a man of influence. He is an influencer in his own capacity. He has millions of people who believe in what he says and are always ready …
Security is one of the fundamental needs of any business. This can be physical security like guards stationed at the gate and doors of premises or the use of technology …
The manufacturing sector’s contribution to Kenya’s GDP tumbled from 9.3 percent to 7.2 percent in the five-year period between 2016-2021, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. This is …
OpenAI’s ChatGP-3 has been a game changer across many sectors since its launch last November. The recent upgrade of the technology to GPT-4, which has been trained on trillions of …
For a long time, Africa’s healthcare systems have faced significant challenges. According to a 2019 study published in the International Journal of General Medicine, inadequate human resources, insufficient budgetary allocation …
Historically, Asia has been the birthplace of motorcycles. China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are the world’s four largest motorcycle markets. The continent is home to roughly 58% of all motorcycles …
For nearly six decades, the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has been a crucial component of social protection in Kenya as a contributory scheme that offers social security benefits to …
Cases of rogue conductors (touts) throwing passengers out of moving PSV vehicles have been on the increase, and something should be done to avoid the behavior being normalized. In less …
Who knew that Kenya had so many robust and qualified Kalenjins, able and capable of holding and running powerful positions in government? Who knew that this country had such men …
Kenyan migrant women are powerful agents of change who positively contribute to the Kenyan economy and their countries of transit and destination. They bring diverse talent and expertise to the …
As the world moves towards what is, hopefully, the post-COVID-19 era, the focus is shifting back to the broader challenge of realizing sustainable development in the face of a shrinking …
The Government of Kenya’s ambitious plan to revive the Galana Kulalu Irrigation Scheme is a crucial step forward in boosting crop production and food security in the country. The irrigation …
For the cryptocurrency industry, 2022 was a year of immense upheavals, causing governments, consumers, and other associated stakeholders to question the debated topics of trust, credibility, and user protection in …
Across the world, there is an increasing incidence and mortality of cancers, particularly in low and middle-income countries, such as Kenya. The recent Lancet commission on cancer in sub-Saharan Africa …
Wars deserve to be measured less in geopolitical chips or swings of the alliance, and more in tiny moments of personal agony or horror. A year into Russia’s war on …
For more than two weeks, one of the largest banks by assets in Kenya has been trending both online and offline not for so good reasons. A battalion of Kenyans …
The insurance and reinsurance markets are drastically evolving in an unpredictable world of new risks, either underestimated or just dynamic and challenging to model. We have witnessed rising costs of …
It is possible textbooks of the future will relay our current era’s stories of a global decline in bees as an extraordinary example of the world’s post-internet fake news. Yet, …
By Charles Hinga The National Development Plan, Vision 2030 Strategy targets the provision of 200,000 housing units annually for all income levels. With only 50,000 new housing units supplied every …
By Simon Thomas, Megapipes Solutions Country Director The ongoing short rains have given us a reprieve from months of drought, one of the worst in over 40 years, but freedom …
A commonly told joke is told that Nairobi apartments are so densely squeezed that when you need to borrow salt from your neighbor, all you need to do is open …
The COVID-19 pandemic and runaway inflation blamed on the Ukraine-Russia war has dealt a double blow to global economies and businesses. Enterprises that rely heavily on imported raw materials such …
Inflation is one of the most widely discussed subjects in the world today. The rising cost of food, energy, and other commodities has had an adverse impact on the financial …
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” There is no health …
Health, economic and social catastrophes including the recent coronavirus pandemic expose the vulnerability of individuals, families, businesses, economies, and nations to unforeseen but catastrophic risks. On a positive note, more …
There have been discussions on the role of Kenya’s mainstream media, in the upcoming general elections set for August 9, 2022. At the core of concerns has been the perception …
Thinking about the future of food safety in our region takes me straight to a starting point that is absolutely certain. And that change will happen as we progress. Technologies …
The debate between the deputy presidential candidate for Kenya Kwanza Rigathi Gachagua and Martha Karua of Azimio was an interesting one but failed to capture real issues. During the whole …
One of the challenges that face anyone with a substance use disorder (SUD) is finding someone who will listen to them and keep their privacy. There are many people with …
Africa’s private equity landscape is experiencing a fundamental shift. A budding generation of wealthy individuals is seeking to circumvent dwindling local economies in favor of outbound investments into new markets …
As the election season enters the home straight, political parties have launched their commitments to prospective voters through various manifestos. Regardless of which political philosophy one follows, this year’s major …
Close to six decades have passed since Kenya gained her independence. Perhaps this is a reason for celebration, but not in the realm of food and nutrition. Now than ever, …
When you are a mother, you are never really alone in your thoughts. A mother always has to think twice, once for herself and once for her child. That’s how …
In an ideal world, the rain would provide us with relief from the drought certain regions have experienced over the past few months, which has resulted in starvation and loss …
By Nixon Shigoli The prolonged disruption of education due to Covid-19 highlighted the risks faced by learning institutions due to unforeseen perils. Most affected were private schools as many of …
Data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) shows that cybercrime incidences in Kenya rose by over 50 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021 to 56.2 million.
Kenya’s annual rainfall is distributed three-fold. These include the long rainfall season between March and April, the intermediate season
By Nixon Shigoli As the year 2021 draws to an end, this is an opportune time to reflect on and set new goals around personal health and wellness. Reflecting on …
The effects of climate change are becoming more noticeable in Kenya, as the country again suffers from another drought in the northern and coastal parts. The impact of drought is …
Kenya’s three cities have serious political and administrative governance problems. From the skyscrapers of Upper Hill overlooking Kibra, Nyali’s beachfront properties are barely thirty minutes from Owino Ouru’s shanties to …
By Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh – Regional General Manager for IBM North, East and West Africa The past year has been very challenging, from the stress of living through a global pandemic to …
Kenya’s agriculture has beaten the odds of a difficult 2020 to end on a high, having registered one of the best growth trajectories across key segments in a long time. …
Everyone wants to reduce the approximately 30,000 annual tobacco-related deaths in Kenya; so it’s especially disappointing to see the nay-sayers undermining our best opportunity to do just that. Tobacco harm …
Our world is changing around us at such a frantic pace that if we do not continue to grow and develop, we will soon be left behind. In the 21st …
I would like to thank President Uhuru Kenyatta for intervening in the land lease renewal dispute between the County Government of Murang’a, a handful of local residents, and Del Monte …
Many people do not know what it really amounts to when it comes to climate change, possibly due to misinformation or unreliable sources of information about climate change which has …
Micro-credit start-ups like Branch, Tala, and other lending platforms scrambled for Kenya’s with mobile lending applications dishing out high-interest loans. Supposedly required to be empowering and uplifting Kenyans as stipulated …
At the wake of COVID-19 onto Kenya’s doors, numerous Company Presidents, Chief Executive Officers, and Group of Companies resorted to taking pay cuts as a sign of goodwill for the …
BBC Africa Eye’s recent documentary Gangsters, Golf, and Greenbacks made for painful viewing. The documentary revealed how one of Kenya’s premier construction and infrastructure companies, Spencon, was brought down by a private …
Corruption in Kenya goes by different names. Some call it “the dragon.” You will hear the politicians saying “We need to slay the dragon of corruption.” Some call it “cancer.” …
Fake news seems to be a perpetually hot topic. Some say that winning the war against it is a losing battle, and thanks to the internet, its scale, the geopolitical …
Someone asked a question during a live TV interview that is still ringing bells to my head. “What is the difference between thieves during the Moi era and the current …
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