Tag Archive For "economy"
It’s time we gave up our privilege
As the coronavirus matches on throughout the world, yet unchecked by a viable and available vaccine, Kenyans who previously were aggressively pursuing their dreams and aspirations are now on their knees, desperate for help. These people are not lazy. They have worked hard throughout their careers to build solid reputations as productive, stable people who …
It’s time to rethink role of State in the economy
This article was first published in the Standard newspaper The Covid-19 pandemic has brought to light a major weakness in our country’s ability to cushion and protect its people in times of great strife. As the economy suffers and many people continue to lose jobs and businesses to shut down, it has become apparent that …
Rambling about the fishy Kenyan economy. Should we anticipate a crash?
Today, I read a story in the newspapers that Kenyans are consuming poisoned fish, imported from China. Speaking to a friend, I wondered why we are importing fish from China, despite having a vast ocean to our right, a fresh water lake to our left and numerous lakes, rivers and other bodies of water dotted …
Champions for Change: Orienting me to my mission
The past couple weeks have been important weeks for me. It just so happens that November 2018 is one of my busiest months and I have felt more than a little overwhelmed in the past few days than most days – so much so that it has been difficult to function, to get things done. …
Marketing Ability: It’s time we repackaged the cause of the disabled
A few days ago, I had the opportunity to hang out with Arizona State Representative, Stephanie Mach, in a session where she talked about herself and her life’s work as a State Rep for District 10. She took time off her re-election campaigns to come and talk to Washington Fellows at the Arizona State University. …