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OPINION: Diplomacy for development: How Kenya’s missions abroad broker economic development
This approach views international relations as a platform for addressing shared challenges such as unemployment, inequality, and climate change.
WANGA: Two decades of ODM - Reflecting on the journey that shapes Kenya’s politics
From its inception, ODM Party became the most recognizable political brand in Kenya, synonymous with the struggle for democracy, constitutionalism, and social justice. Though the party has not permanently held national executive power, its imprint on Kenya’s governance and political culture is indel...
OPINION: Africa’s moment to lead in smart and personalised health insurance
What was once seen as a futuristic vision is now a daily reality—health claims approved in minutes, AI tools detecting fraud before it occurs, and predictive analytics helping people stay healthier.
OPINION: Time for Kenya, Africa to turn pension wealth into nation-building capital
Between 2021 and 2024 alone, pension assets expanded by 41 per cent, from KES 1.58 trillion to KES 2.23 trillion. Occupational schemes hold nearly two-thirds of the total, while umbrella and individual schemes continue to attract new savers as more Kenyans embrace the importance of planning for reti...
OPINION: Why strengthening media coverage matters for women, children and adolescents’ health
Strong media coverage doesn’t just inform - it mobilizes. Research shows that sustained attention to public-health issues can increase funding, shift political priorities, and even alter social behaviour. During the COVID-19 pandemic, consistent reporting on vaccine access and misinformation directl...
OPINION: SHA is transforming the cancer patient journey in Kenya
No longer constrained by rigid limits or fragmented care, patients now receive tailored treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and critical care, while essential medical supplies and medications are covered.This is a system designed around patient need, restoring hope and dignity...
OPINION: Every woman deserves a safe and respectful birth
Disrespect in maternity wards mirrors long-entrenched power imbalances, reflecting how women are valued, how health workers are trained and how leadership defines accountability.
OPINION: Africa’s creative workforce is ready, let’s invest in it
The global creative economy is booming. It contributes over $2.2 trillion to GDP and employs more than 30 million people.
OPINION: The TikTok deal and Africa’s mobile moment
For Africa, where algorithmic governance is still young, this moment warns of imported dependencies — rules, data models, and standards defined elsewhere.
