What next after school? The dual TVET approach to gainful employment

The conventional white-collar jobs that were once the epitome of success no longer hold the same appeal in today's job market.

By Anthony Mwangi 2 years ago

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Export-led growth is the lasting cure to Kenyan currency's depreciation

The shilling has hit a record high of 160 to the dollar. Equally, it has lost value against its East African sister nations' currencies in Ugandan and Tanzania.

By Anthony Mwangi 2 years ago

Functioning 'Orgware' a panacea for Kenya economic transformation

The government needs to implement policies that drive economic growth through fiscal and monetary policy, address factors that hold back growth, and reduce inefficiencies

By Anthony Mwangi 2 years ago

Boost green manufacturing for a sustainable future

Green manufacturing concept is simply the continuous improvement of efficiency and productivity in the manufacturing sector while minimising the impact on the environment.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Why accelerating circular economy is a no brainer for Kenya

The writer argues embracing circular economy principles is not an option if we hope to accelerate long-term sustainability and reduce environmental impact.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Quality or quantity? Teaching teens to be smart consumers

In this era of a digital revolution, if one is not careful, they may waste away their future by spending it all on watching stuff that adds no real substance to life.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

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Why Kenya needs a stable and predictable tax regime

A look at Kenya's taxation regime raises three key concerns - lack of clear tax policy objectives; erratic changes in the tax code; and multiple taxation.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Let's train children to hold their heads high despite tough times

We need to train our kids to be innovators and solution providers to the myriad of challenges facing our world.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Let's tackle illicit trade head on

Illicit trade is a longstanding grave issue, that has grown in scope and magnitude and is derailing economic development.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Let's tackle illicit trade head on

The recent crackdown on various forms of illicit goods revealed the extent to which criminal networks have proliferated in our nation and posed a threat to the lives and safety of all citizens.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

How the State can partner with private sector on healthcare

Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) are an innovative way to include the private sector in health systems strengthening and sustainability over time.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Let's grow our textiles and apparel sector to create jobs

An analysis of the local textiles and apparel sector calls for urgent intervention to close the gaps to run an efficient farm-to-fashion value chain.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Inflation adjustments on excise tax rates hurting businesses, consumers

The Plan has singled out regressive taxation, bureaucracy and regulatory compliance costs as the biggest impediment to getting Kenya out of the "economic hole" we are currently in.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago

Why inflation adjustment should not be implemented

The plan has singled out regressive taxation, bureaucracy and regulatory compliance costs as the biggest impediment to getting Kenya out of the "economic hole" we are currently in.

By Anthony Mwangi 3 years ago