Opinion Pieces
Browse through educative and informative articles published by the KAM team
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Thu, 25 Feb 2021
Nurture technical skills to revolutionize manufacturing
Countries all over the world have prioritized manufacturing in their economic rebound strategies, following the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. These countries recognize that a vibrant manufacturing sector culminates into job and wealth creation – and the undeniable ripple effect this has on other sectors of the economy. For instance, it shall improve living standards and increase citizens’ disposable income, hence they are able to afford a variety of services. -
Mon, 15 Feb 2021
Is Kenya AfCFTA-ready?
For many, the Africa Continental Free Trade Area was a manifestation of the long sought-after Pan African dream - a united continent, bringing together its natural resources in a common market, to the benefit of its people. -
Thu, 07 Jan 2021
The power to change history lies with us
2020 distinguished itself with the superlatives and adjectives it acquired for itself; there is no doubt we lived in extraordinary times – when history was made. -
Tue, 05 Jan 2021
Resilient manufacturing sector: Surest way to self-sufficiency
Every end marks a new beginning, something that each new year presents. Making new resolutions and goals or redefining the existing ones at both personal and organizational levels best demonstrates this. However, to achieve this effectively, we must truly reflect and understand the past year to grow in the upcoming year. -
Wed, 16 Dec 2020
Build skills to promote inclusive manufacturing
The increased participation of women in manufacturing is the inevitable change we need to achieve our industrialization goals. With women making about half of the population, their interest in innovation and entrepreneurship is likely to lift a previously dormant half and ensure that we double productivity and economic prosperity. -
Fri, 04 Dec 2020
Minimum Tax will hurt the economy
The introduction of a Minimum Alternative Tax at the height of the largest health and economic crises of our generation is simply confounding and has all the hallmarks of a rushed law, with little consideration of its consequences on businesses - large and small, as well as the economy as a whole. -
Wed, 02 Dec 2020
Let us collaborate to develop our SME Sector
In the past, perceptions about building micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have been obscured by general statistics, inadequate data and substandard analytics. -
Tue, 24 Nov 2020
Increasing charges in counties will stifle trade
Devolution heralded a new era for the country, as some government functions were decentralized. As a result, many parts of the country opened up, leading to increased trade, job creation and wealth. These benefits have, however, come at a cost to many businesses.
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