Opinion Pieces
Browse through educative and informative articles published by the KAM team
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Tue, 27 Jul 2021
Ease regulatory burden for SMEs
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are creators and innovators, generating new ideas, and developing the most interesting concepts. They contribute to communities’ unique identities and are the lifeline of any country’s economy, through job creation and as a stepping stone to achieving shared prosperity. -
Tue, 13 Jul 2021
Why goodwill is essential for lucrative trade relations
Local manufacturers led by Kenya Association of Manufacturers last week went on a trade mission to Tanzania, following the meeting between H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta and H.E. Samia Suluhu two months ago. The mission organized in partnership with the Confederation of Tanzania Industries yielded promise, hope and a positive turning point for the two countries. One thing stood out; trade relations between the two countries can flourish given sustained political goodwill and mutual understanding between businesses. -
Wed, 30 Jun 2021
High cost of inputs hurting steel sector
The demand for steel is increasing in the country, as government-driven infrastructural development, and commercial and residential buildings surge. Steel is a core piece of the modern economy. It is used as a paradigm to gauge the overall economic status of a country, as well as an indicator of the investments dedicated to infrastructure and subsequently, a measure of developmental progress and stability. -
Wed, 23 Jun 2021
Let us safeguard consumers from illicit trade
Illicit trade is a longstanding issue, growing in scope and magnitude and derailing economic development. It not only threatens the welfare of consumers but also erodes the market share of genuine manufactured products, threatens the expansion of industries, and hampers the creation of job opportunities. -
Tue, 08 Jun 2021
Sustainable manufacturing key for environmental restoration
The World Environment Day this year came to us with a message of hope - we are the generation that has the knowledge, ability, and resources to make peace with nature. We are ‘Generation Restoration’, the people who can reverse the damage done to the planet and begin a journey of healing the earth. This year, governments, civil societies, private citizens, and businesses have been urged to get active as we come together for a Decade of Ecosystem Restoration for achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). -
Tue, 25 May 2021
Invest in women entrepreneurs to improve livelihoods
Women entrepreneurs can transform the lives and livelihoods of communities and enhance the economic wellbeing of any society. The resilience of women in entrepreneurship and business does not go unnoticed. It is their agility to overcome archaic beliefs and tough situations that have proven their worth in establishing a stronger and more sustainable impact on societal progress. -
Mon, 24 May 2021
Our tax policies need an overhaul
The only way a nation can succeed in bridging the relationship gap between its citizens and the government – enriching the quality of our democracy and reducing apathy - is through the institution of efficient and fair tax systems. Good tax systems and citizen participation in governance ultimately lead to the achievement of economic development goals. A good tax system promotes a country’s competitiveness and productivity, by creating an enabling environment for doing business. -
Tue, 04 May 2021
Regulatory overreach is impeding economic growth
Last year, a Twitter user who sells water in her neighbourhood sought to venture into packaging the product, and selling it – basically, the manufacture of bottled water. She, however, discovered that to do so, she will need to meet numerous requirements in form of licenses, permits and fees.
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