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Suleiman Shahbal

Problems besetting South Africa should serve as a warning to Kenya

South Africa is a benchmark and a warning for Kenya. Its economy is roughly 10 times ours, more advanced and sophisticated.

By 2 months ago

Problems besetting South Africa should serve as a warning to Kenya

Jubilee's tribulations speak volumes about our political parties

Jubilee's tribulations speak volumes about our political parties

By 3 months ago

Divorce is an act of courage or cowardice; think twice before quitting

Divorce is an act of courage or cowardice; think twice before quitting

By 4 months ago

Why walking long distances in groups is becoming popular in Mombasa

Why walking long distances in groups is becoming popular in Mombasa

By 4 months ago

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Churches have become businesses. When I see multi-million shilling religious complexes, I see the sweat of thousands of poor people who can barely feed their families.

By 4 months ago

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

President Uhuru Kenyatta set up a commission to study our moribund and loss-making parastatals and make implementable recommendations.

By 5 months ago

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Churches have become businesses. When I see multi-million shilling religious complexes, I see the sweat of thousands of poor people who can barely feed their families.

By 4 months ago

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

President Uhuru Kenyatta set up a commission to study our moribund and loss-making parastatals and make implementable recommendations.

By 5 months ago

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Churches have become businesses. When I see multi-million shilling religious complexes, I see the sweat of thousands of poor people who can barely feed their families.

By 4 months ago

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

President Uhuru Kenyatta set up a commission to study our moribund and loss-making parastatals and make implementable recommendations.

By 5 months ago

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Churches have become businesses. When I see multi-million shilling religious complexes, I see the sweat of thousands of poor people who can barely feed their families.

By Suleiman Shahbal 4 months ago

We are all to blame for Shakahola horror; let's act now to avoid a repeat

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

President Uhuru Kenyatta set up a commission to study our moribund and loss-making parastatals and make implementable recommendations.

By Suleiman Shahbal 5 months ago

Let's avoid Russia's mistakes during privatisation of State corporations

The unending tragedy of refugees calls for review of citizenship laws

Our generosity in taking them in has also killed them as human beings with dreams. There a few who manage to finally leave for the West.

By Suleiman Shahbal 7 months ago

The unending tragedy of refugees calls for review of citizenship laws

Free speech does not grant the right to insult, hurt and spread rumours

Can a person exercise his right to free speech by screaming "fire" in a crowded cinema knowing that his scream would lead to a stampede that could kill many people? Clearly not.

By Suleiman Shahbal 7 months ago

Free speech does not grant the right to insult, hurt and spread rumours

You might be a lawyer or engineer but you are not a manager!

Many professionals are unable to properly project their monthly revenues and end up operating without a budget.

By Suleiman Shahbal 7 months ago

You might be a lawyer or engineer but you are not a manager!

Exams: My grades weren't great, the rest is history

Today, I prefer to let others rate my performance and I doubt whether many would consider me a failure in life.

By Suleiman Shahbal 8 months ago

Exams: My grades weren't great, the rest is history

Why protesting women in Iranian capital are refusing to wear hijab

Are they rejecting Islam? They are rejecting the definition of Islam as defined by the Ayatollahs. It is a battle to define Islam, not a battle to remove Islam.

By Suleiman Shahbal 8 months ago

Why protesting women in Iranian capital are refusing to wear hijab

Come up with concrete strategy to remove child beggers from the streets

The parents who use these children to beg for them should be arrested, and these kids put into homes and sent to school.

By Suleiman Shahbal 9 months ago

Come up with concrete strategy to remove child beggers from the streets

You should not allow a bad career start to determine your life forever

When you move, you experience new challenges and chances are, you will get into a new position that you grow into.

By Suleiman Shahbal 9 months ago

You should not allow a bad career start to determine your life forever

Use pension funds to finance mortgages and boost home ownership

President William Ruto's adoption and promotion of the Affordable Housing Programme will change the lives of many Kenyan families.

By Suleiman Shahbal 9 months ago

Use pension funds to finance mortgages and boost home ownership

Use new-found political unity to propel coastal region to greater heights

I am hopeful and praying that this unity will be sustainable. In the past, the CPG has been a deeply divided house and rarely did it speak with one voice. This is the first time.

By Suleiman Shahbal 10 months ago

Use new-found political unity to propel coastal region to greater heights

We must clear political mistrust to strengthen East African Community

It has not been an easy-going relationship on all sides. We are neighbours and our relationship is historical and necessary.

By Suleiman Shahbal 10 months ago

We must clear political mistrust to strengthen East African Community

Secrets from a tiny book on how you can join the millionaires' club

One of the distinctions between the middle class and millionaires is that millionaires invest while the middle class saves.

By Suleiman Shahbal 10 months ago

Secrets from a tiny book on how you can join the millionaires' club

Leadership does not necessarily come from being elected at the ballot

Thousands of political leaders need to reflect and decide on the way forward now. Continue providing community service and leadership.

By Suleiman Shahbal 11 months ago

Leadership does not necessarily come from being elected at the ballot

Governor candidates in dilemma as running mates quit days to polls

The decision by some running mates to opt out of the campaigns and throw their weights behind opponents has complicated matters for the governorship candidates.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Governor candidates in dilemma as running mates quit days to polls

To make a difference, counties must find their competitive advantage

Every governor needs to make a realistic assessment of his county and whether he can create some competitive advantage for his county.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

To make a difference, counties must find their competitive advantage

Raila welfare state dream can come true if we cut recurrent expenditure

Raila Odinga speaks of the 'Third Economic Revolution' which is based on an economic agenda that focusses on growing the economy at the industrial level.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Raila welfare state dream can come true if we cut recurrent expenditure

Men should find time from busy work routines to be with their families

Do you really make time for your children and family? I try my best and I think that sometimes I judge myself too harshly.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Men should find time from busy work routines to be with their families

Azimio's manifesto excites me; I believe it can change our country

This presidential manifesto was clearly not a box to tick, but a very serious commitment to the people of Kenya. You too as an educated Kenyan should read it carefully.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Azimio's manifesto excites me; I believe it can change our country

On graft, Africa is yet to prove British businessman's 1995 verdict wrong

Tiny Rowlands started and managed the company and built it over 30 years.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

On graft, Africa is yet to prove British businessman's 1995 verdict wrong

Government should act now to stop looming climate crisis at the Coast

Rain patterns across the country indicate that year by year, the level of rains is decreasing. This will only get worse. Rainfall has decreased by more than 50 per cent over the last 20 years.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Government should act now to stop looming climate crisis at the Coast

Muslims owe Kibaki a debt of gratitude for embracing Islamic banking

Why do Muslims need an Islamic Bank? What's wrong with the current conventional banks? I explained the Islamic prohibition on interest.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Muslims owe Kibaki a debt of gratitude for embracing Islamic banking

Government should start initiatives that help and give people hope

The role of true leadership is to inspire genuine hope with realistic plans for a better tomorrow.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Government should start initiatives that help and give people hope

Holy month offers Muslims chance to reflect on their faith and repent

The month of Ramadhan comes around every year and this month gives them a chance at redemption for past sins.

By Suleiman Shahbal 1 year ago

Holy month offers Muslims chance to reflect on their faith and repent

How to handle that cash you didn't expect

You may be lucky to get someone to advise you genuinely. Most people, without admitting that they too have no idea, will suggest that you buy a matatu, the most popular advice.

By Veronica Cherop 5 years ago

How to handle that cash you didn't expect

How to track your expenses and be ready for surprises

Taking it for granted that you are organized about your expenditure is not wise; put it down in writing!

By Veronica Cherop 6 years ago

How to track your expenses and be ready for surprises

Shop smart to save the elusive shilling

Never buy anything when everyone else is buying the same item. One, the seller will go for the kill so your bargaining will land on deaf ears.

By Veronica Cherop 6 years ago

Shop smart to save the elusive shilling

How to get ready for the holidays and avoid January hustle.

You should never forget that December through February are months of ‘financial drought’ and thus, you need to work smart and ensure you cushion yourself from this heart-breaking period.

By Veronica Cherop 6 years ago

How to get ready for the holidays and avoid January hustle.

Start your walk to wealth by tracking your expenses

Cars, cell phones or rental houses in exclusive estates were not signs of wealth but what actually removed money from the pocket

By Veronica Cherop 6 years ago

Start your walk to wealth by tracking your expenses

The pitfalls of being too generous

Could you, for example, get your child's school fees and give to another person struggling with raising school fees?

By Veronica Cherop 6 years ago

The pitfalls of being too generous

After Plan B, also consider Plans C-Z

Marshall your abilities: Start small and grow. Aim at becoming an employer too.

By Veronica Cherop 7 years ago

After Plan B, also consider Plans C-Z

How to stop buying things you don't need

Even when you promise yourself to never buy some items because you do not need them, you find yourself amassing these items, promising yourself that you do need them.

By Veronica Cherop 7 years ago

How to stop buying things you don't need

This's the secret to financial freedom

The man will always view you as a leech, latching on him for financial gain and will have no respect for you.

By Veronica Cherop 7 years ago

This's the secret to financial freedom

How your attitude can make you financially stable

The problem with many of us is that we keep complaining. You have a job, but you dismiss it in conversations as hopeless, swear about the ‘useless’ company you work for and say how your salary is just peanuts.

By Veronica Cherop 7 years ago

How your attitude can make you financially stable

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