PRIME Work cut out for FRC boss nominee Kenya must show effective—not cosmetic—compliance by strengthening the FRC’s analytical capacity, improving inter-agency coordination, and imposing credible oversight on high-risk sectors such as...
UK digital identity push should worry Kenyans eyeing studies The UK remains a top destination for Kenyan students representing opportunity, global exposure and professional growth.
Why Africa must rethink cancer care Health financing models determine whether services are covered or paid out-of-pocket. Workforce policies affect retention and distribution.
Local content as a catalyst for inclusive growth in Turkana Resources underpinned by robust local content frameworks translates into skills, opportunities and economic strength.
Why sustainability is now core to Africa’s insurance business African insurers, regulators and policymakers increasingly recognise that waiting for global certainty is not an option and their response has been to lead.
What importers need to know about the Chinese New Year Importers need to confirm the specific dates with their suppliers and ensure goods leave the factory at least 10 days before the official holiday.
Charged phone is key to accessing opportunities in digitalised world With powered gadgets, people can access information that promotes dignity, freedom, opportunity, and full participation in modern life.
Tax outlook 2026: Navigating Kenya’s evolving landscape Here are the key policy, legislative, administrative, and judicial trends expected to define Kenya’s tax and revenue landscape in 2026.
PRIME Why Kenya’s wealth fund plan fails basic fiscal test Kenya’s fiscal policy still points to the fact that the greatest risks come from the fragile fiscal position.
Why compliance-first HR is holding organisations back HR has become a rule enforcer, but organisations risk stalling growth and innovation if compliance overshadows strategy.
PRIME High self-belief leads to better performance Failure can weaken self-belief, especially if an individual lacks resilience. However, those with high self-belief tend to attribute failures to insufficient effort or external factors, allowing...
Africa must go the organic way to combat antimicrobial resistance Extensive use of synthetic fertilisers has degraded soils by reducing microbial diversity, allowing resistant organisms to spread through water systems and food chains.
Surviving machine age: Why Africa must redesign labour skills Africa must reskill youth and boost digital infrastructure to harness AI and automation opportunities.
Why timely payments to suppliers could unlock the growth of SMEs SMEs have often waited 90–180 days—sometimes years—forcing them to borrow expensively, delay payments to workers and suppliers, or exit the market altogether.
Implications of deepfake surge for the legal and business landscape Globally, deepfakes have been used to impersonate company executives, authorize fraudulent financial transactions, and spread false market-sensitive information.
How revenue-based financing can redefine credit, boost SME lending Revenue-based financing, enhanced through insurance and credit guarantees, offers a blueprint for the future of credit in Kenya.
Why industrial REITs are enablers in transformation of E.African capital markets The continued development of county industrial parks and Special Economic Zones has positioned Kenya as a regional economic hub that has the potential to drive sustained economic growth.
Why Early Oil Pilot Scheme was necessary When Kenya’s oil history is eventually written, EOPS will likely stand as the second most important milestone after the 2012 discovery of oil in the South Lokichar Basin.
Why your network must outpace the AI revolution Kenyan businesses that upgrade their digital foundations now aren't just keeping up with a trend—they are making sure they aren't left behind.
How data protection is redefining customer trust in financial sector Financial institutions have always had to balance confidentiality expectations with lawful disclosures, including those required to combat money laundering and fraud.
What it takes to be a good board chairman Becoming a chair means chewing your lower lip and sitting on hands in silence as others air their views, including the nonsensical statements. It means bringing a discussion to an end skilfully...
How banks can overcome hurdles of climate-related financial risks management Climate scenario analysis is an important tool that provides banks with insights to take proactive steps to mitigate losses and develop tailored responses.
PRIME Wetlands and indigenous knowledge: Preserving Kenya’s living heritage In the Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha’s wetlands are woven into the traditions of the Maasai, Kikuyu, and Luo communities.
Harmonise laws to avert looming urban planning crisis in Kenya Kenya is urbanising fast, but weak planning is turning city growth into a dangerous default rather than a deliberate choice.
The meaty industrial future Kenya must build to access full potential Kenya is losing value by exporting live animals, but with investment in value addition, its livestock sector could drive regional growth.
