Opinion Pieces
Browse through educative and informative articles published by the KAM team
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Wed, 02 May 2018
National Wage Policy: The Next step for Kenya
In 2016, the Kenya Tea Growers Association decried the uncertain future of investment in tea, due to the rising costs of labour. -
Tue, 17 Apr 2018
Why Investing in Manufacturing Makes Economic Sense
By Phyllis Wakiaga Manufacturing has the potential to spark productivity more than any other sector... -
Tue, 10 Apr 2018
Toward Future Smart Cities – Lessons from around the world
Historically, the growth of cities and their development has always been haphazard. For instance, the growth of Nairobi was based on the needs of the then new railway line that ran through to the port of Mombasa. -
Tue, 27 Mar 2018
How do we make local manufacturing competitive?
Kenya needs to be deliberate about creating an environment that genuinely encourages investments in competitive manufacturing. -
Tue, 20 Mar 2018
Creating an inclusive economy for all
The ability for industry to create an inclusive society is often obscured by narratives that center profits and markets or languages of GDP growth and trade statistics. -
Tue, 13 Mar 2018
Innovation should be a primary focus for Kenya
The capacity for innovation in industry is a key ingredient in the creation of a productive workforce, which in turn increases industry competitiveness. -
Tue, 06 Mar 2018
Women and the Future of Manufacturing
The world of manufacturing is beginning to realize the value of women’s participation for its advancement, as it transforms through technology and rapid digitization. -
Tue, 27 Feb 2018
Why a fit-for-purpose public service is key for investment retention
The public service is the world's largest service provider. Any enhancement of public service delivery impacts the lives of millions of people.
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