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Kenyan economy must graduate from income statement to balance sheet thinking

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Kenya must move beyond tax-and-debt “income statement” economics by transparently inventorying and leveraging its vast natural and physical assets to build an asset-backed national balance sheet.

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Impressive implementation figures do not necessarily reflect improvements in governance, public services, accountability, or citizens’ welfare.

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In truth, it is difficult to  think about 2060 when you’re unsure of survival to 2030, while struggling to get to the end of 2026. 

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Is Dangote refinery investment our economic wake-up call?

The piece argues that the proposed Dangote refinery at Lamu should be the catalyst for a coordinated national industrial strategy built around interconnected economic zones.

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Is KK locking us into a Generational Trap?

The opinion argues that Kenya Kwanza's long-term financing and borrowing policies could burden future generations with debt while limiting fiscal flexibility and delaying broader economic reforms.

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Theory of KK's 2023-2027 as its Marking Scheme

An argument that Kenya Kwanza’s 2023–2027 term can be understood through a four-part framework balancing policy ambition, corruption, public accountability and weak planning.

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Gaslighting 101: Why June 25 could be defining moment in 2027 election

June 25, 2027, will be the third commemoration of Gen Z protests and could be the perfect “tosha” launch pad at which Ruto’s unified opposer is announced.

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The piece argues that Kenya needs a clear long-term economic vision focused on wealth creation, accountability and productivity.

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The only thing we don’t know about Treasury CS Mbadi’s Budget Statement is whether or not PAYEn tax bands will be adjusted, first as promised to lower income earners.

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Analysis of Kenya’s 2026/27 Budget reveals that debt servicing consumes most revenue, leaving limited fiscal space for development.

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Although the fuel strike has eased, concerns are growing that rising fuel costs and budget pressures could trigger wider public unrest over the government’s economic policies.

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An argument that Kenya’s budget debate has shifted from taxation to deeper concerns over accountability, debt and economic growth.

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Africa forward summit: Less talk shop, more shop talk

Kenya’s hosting of the Africa Forward Summit and the UN’s Nairobi expansion signal the city’s rising status as the Global South’s diplomatic hub.

By Dennis Kabaara 5 months ago

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Economic Survey fails to explain reasons for Ruto's unmet targets

Kenya’s latest Economic Survey reveals a quieter truth behind the headlines: slower growth, shrinking regional standing and a widening gap between ambition and reality.

By Dennis Kabaara 5 months ago

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Kenyan economy must graduate from income statement to balance sheet thinking

Kenya must move beyond tax-and-debt “income statement” economics by transparently inventorying and leveraging its vast natural and physical assets to build an asset-backed national balance sheet.

By Dennis Kabaara 1 month ago

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Kenya's Jekyll and Hyde moment: Bright on paper, broken on practice

Impressive implementation figures do not necessarily reflect improvements in governance, public services, accountability, or citizens’ welfare.

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2060 dream? You can't plan 30 years ahead without auditing the past 20 years

In truth, it is difficult to  think about 2060 when you’re unsure of survival to 2030, while struggling to get to the end of 2026. 

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Is Dangote refinery investment our economic wake-up call?

The piece argues that the proposed Dangote refinery at Lamu should be the catalyst for a coordinated national industrial strategy built around interconnected economic zones.

By Dennis Kabaara 2 months ago

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Is KK locking us into a Generational Trap?

The opinion argues that Kenya Kwanza's long-term financing and borrowing policies could burden future generations with debt while limiting fiscal flexibility and delaying broader economic reforms.

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Theory of KK's 2023-2027 as its Marking Scheme

An argument that Kenya Kwanza’s 2023–2027 term can be understood through a four-part framework balancing policy ambition, corruption, public accountability and weak planning.

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Gaslighting 101: Why June 25 could be defining moment in 2027 election

June 25, 2027, will be the third commemoration of Gen Z protests and could be the perfect “tosha” launch pad at which Ruto’s unified opposer is announced.

By Dennis Kabaara 3 months ago

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Beyond the Budget: Kenya needs an economic story, not just a fiscal one

The piece argues that Kenya needs a clear long-term economic vision focused on wealth creation, accountability and productivity.

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The only thing we don’t know about Treasury CS Mbadi’s Budget Statement is whether or not PAYEn tax bands will be adjusted, first as promised to lower income earners.

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Analysis of Kenya’s 2026/27 Budget reveals that debt servicing consumes most revenue, leaving limited fiscal space for development.

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Fuel strike may have been settled but seeds of budget protest germinating

Although the fuel strike has eased, concerns are growing that rising fuel costs and budget pressures could trigger wider public unrest over the government’s economic policies.

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An argument that Kenya’s budget debate has shifted from taxation to deeper concerns over accountability, debt and economic growth.

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