Deliver on Africa’s climate finance promises According to the World Meteorological Organisation, Africa is warming faster than the global average, and estimates that countries are losing up to five percent of GDP with many forced to...
Data a powerful weapon in financial crimes fight Kenya’s Medium-Term Revenue Strategy places inter-agency data sharing at the heart of modern revenue administration, and KRA’s results speak for themselves.
‘Kadogo’ economy handy during hard times Smaller packs move steadily regardless of economic cycles since they align with daily rather than monthly budgets.
Strengthen cyber laws to safeguard citizens’ data Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in inadequate legal frameworks, attacking both people and organisations.
We must regulate AI to secure digital rights With widespread uptake of AI in Kenya, users are likely to be susceptible to risks and dangers of unchecked technology.
Rironi–Mau Summit Road: Gateway to Kenya’s next economic frontier With its dual carriageway and modern design, it will cut travel time between Nairobi and Mau Summit by several hours, easing the movement of goods and lowering logistics costs.
EU pesticide dumping a big threat to Kenya Kenya’s horticulture, floriculture and fresh produce industries supply high value markets that demand strict food safety standards. These markets have already outlawed many of the pesticides...
Trump’s decision shows why Kenya turns to China for infrastructure Kenya had already committed significant resources of its own, demonstrating genuine partnership and ownership of the initiative. Then came the reversal.
Revenue sharing deals: how to get it right Revenue sharing is a financial partnership between the rights holder (licensor) and the party using the technology or product (licensee).
What Africa needs for AI transformation AI can only be transformative if it is trusted, which requires strong safety barriers from the very start.
Reimagining social progress in Africa Social progress in Africa must be built on the principles of equity, access, and opportunity. While economic growth remains important, the question is whether it leads to better education...
Why TSC should be protected from vested interests The TSC has remained steadfast in maintaining professionalism within the teaching service.
COP30 must move beyond mere promises For Africa, climate change poses one of the greatest challenges of our time. There has been a steady rise in temperatures, with severe ripple effects on communities.
Vision 2030: Engine driving mega projects Vision 2030 isn’t just a blueprint—it’s a commitment to building a sustainable, prosperous future for all Kenyans.
Power: Why Africa needs a rise in emissions Africa can peak lower and earlier than historic industrialisers because renewables are cheaper, technology has improved and coal can be avoided.
Kenya needs more installed power capacity Kenya has a very capable least-cost power planning team that, when presented with firm demand, can project desired generation capacity.
Rethinking purpose of universities, TVETs in AI era Our universities and TVETs must evolve from institutions that deliver knowledge to generating intelligence.
Human story behind Kenya’s SGR success Studies show that diverse teams outperform uniform ones because they challenge each other to think differently. The SGR proves this daily.
Let’s seek balance, not fault, in KRA debate As a nation, we must always remember that taxation is not merely about collecting money, it is about sustaining trust and enabling the shared progress of our society.
Is IMF position on ‘static’ shilling mistaken? Market quotes in 2025 repeatedly show the shilling trading in a narrow band around Sh129–130 per dollar at times, with small day-to-day movement.
Bridge health research gaps to impact lives in Africa Researchers, policymakers and journalists must work together to make science palatable to the ordinary person.
PRIME Influencer Bill: Push for authenticity or control? The new influencer Bill mandates that creators must show proof of their expertise, such as a degree, professional licence, or certification, if they wish to post about regulated topics.
PRIME Saving: The power behind a better future Saving provides security in times of crisis for many Kenyan households. Whether it is an illness, job loss or an unexpected emergency, savings provide a vital safety net.
PRIME Battlefield reality: Why education fails founders Modern schooling moulds us in uniform shapes, rewarding compliance over curiosity and repetition over reinvention. We are trained to memorise the correct answer, not to sit with a hard question...
PRIME How residents can challenge high-rise developments Kenya’s housing boom is reshaping cities, but residents and courts are pushing back to safeguard the environment and community welfare.
