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Gardy Chacha

With over five billion litres of milk, dairy sector can grow our economy

With annual production of more than five billion litres each year, Kenya contributes at least 35 per cent of the East African Community’s supply.

With over five billion litres of milk, dairy sector can grow our economy

Let's all play our part in enabling those with disabilities live better

Let's all play our part in enabling those with disabilities live better

Turn our healthcare challenges into opportunities for systemic change

Turn our healthcare challenges into opportunities for systemic change

How to navigate AI fears, climate change and create opportunities

How to navigate AI fears, climate change and create opportunities

We must unmask hidden power agreements to transform politics

A unique discovery has surfaced, revealing the intricate power-sharing agreements that have silently shaped our political landscape.

We must unmask hidden power agreements to transform politics

Why improving soil health holds the key to food security in Kenya

Poor soil health not only reduces crop yields but also forces farmers to rely on expensive chemical fertilisers, which further degrade the soil

Why improving soil health holds the key to food security in Kenya

Time to end the political charade, focus on issues troubling Kenyans

At a time when our country faces staggering economic challenges, from the spiralling cost of living to a healthcare transition, we are back to the old school of political sideshows.

Time to end the political charade, focus on issues troubling Kenyans

Four pillars Africa must shore up for trade and economic take-off

Intra-African trade is quite low, with less than 18 per cent of African exports staying within the continent, compared to 59 per cent in Asia and 68 per cent in Europe.

By 2 months ago

Four pillars Africa must shore up for trade and economic take-off

Be truthful on Kenya's forest cover and secure a greener future for all

Tree planting is often celebrated, but little attention is given to tree survival rates, they must be nurtured for true success.

By 2 months ago

Be truthful on Kenya's forest cover and secure a greener future for all

Freedom of worship must not be used to exploit most vulnerable

We must ensure places of worship remain what they were always meant to be – safe spaces, not toxic places.

By 2 months ago

Freedom of worship must not be used to exploit most vulnerable

Kawira ouster drama offers key lessons for all Kenyans in office

Kawira Mwangaza’s impeachment underscores the paramount importance of accountability and transparency in leadership.

By 3 months ago

Kawira ouster drama offers key lessons for all Kenyans in office

What we can learn from Thailand on affordable, efficient healthcare

Remarkably, healthcare services in Thailand are provided at 30 per cent to 40 per cent of the costs found in Kenya, yet they maintain the same high quality.

By 3 months ago

What we can learn from Thailand on affordable, efficient healthcare

Dismal showing at Paris Games is a wake-up call for all Kenyans

It should concern us that an increasing number of Kenyan-born athletes are winning choice medals for other countries, while Kenya’s medal count diminishes.

By 3 months ago

Dismal showing at Paris Games is a wake-up call for all Kenyans

Kenya must press reset the button and embrace courage in leadership

Gen Z has fearlessly highlighted our government’s inefficiencies and rampant corruption, draining resources meant for development.

By 4 months ago

Kenya must press reset the button and embrace courage in leadership

Support key sectors to create jobs and fuel our economic potential

Kenya too can tap into her significant potential, especially in the automotive sector, which includes motorcycle manufacturing as this is the lowest-hanging fruit.

By 4 months ago

Support key sectors to create jobs and fuel our economic potential

How digital platforms can spur economic growth and inclusion

Kenya's path to unmatched national development through digital inclusivity is clear.

By 4 months ago

How digital platforms can spur economic growth and inclusion

Conservation and an empowered generation can secure our future

Empowering local communities through education, training, and financial support can foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards conservation efforts.

By 4 months ago

Conservation and an empowered generation can secure our future

How Gen Z protests exposed Kenya's perennial trust problem

Gen Zs still do not believe that the Finance Bill 2024 is truly dead even after the president sent it back to Parliament with a memorandum calling for the deletion of all clauses.

By 5 months ago

How Gen Z protests exposed Kenya's perennial trust problem

Gen Z demos a call to transformational change in Kenya

Our Gen Z’s shift is about redefining leadership and governance. Older generations can adopt Gen Z's creativity for beneficial inter-generational teamwork.

By 5 months ago

Gen Z demos a call to transformational change in Kenya

Kenya Kwanza government must earn our trust for stability, growth

Our governments and private sector alike must align policies to effectively ‘marry’ Africapitalism with national development goals.

By 5 months ago

Kenya Kwanza government must earn our trust for stability, growth

How extraction of ground water can spur economy, end shortages

The nation faces a dire situation intensified by climate change’s erratic patterns of droughts and floods.

By 6 months ago

How extraction of ground water can spur economy, end shortages

Three powerful life lessons from Cheruiyot's bold hiking adventure

Cheruiyot’s pursuit, much like mountain climbing, symbolises a profound truth: “If you’ve got nothing worth dying for, you’ve got nothing worth living for.”

By 6 months ago

Three powerful life lessons from Cheruiyot's bold hiking adventure

Kenya must make tough choices now to turn around the economy

Let’s earnestly discuss our economic strategies, recognising that our decisions today will sculpt the health of our national garden for the future.

By 6 months ago

Kenya must make tough choices now to turn around the economy

Unlock agribusiness through the declaration on soil and fertiliser

After numerous sessions at the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit, it became clear that agribusiness could transform farming in Africa into a sustainable livelihood for millions.

By 6 months ago

Unlock agribusiness through the declaration on soil and fertiliser

Why squabbles in government are a sign of 'scarcity mentality'

Kenyans are currently grappling with the hardships of floods, economic struggles, and doctors’ strikes and ugly disputes among government officials only add insult to injury.

By 6 months ago

Why squabbles in government are a sign of 'scarcity mentality'

We should resolve doctors' strike urgently to ease untold suffering

This situation has weighed heavily on my mind, compelling me to comment on this issue.

By 7 months ago

We should resolve doctors' strike urgently to ease untold suffering

Fake fertiliser scam has revealed ongoing but silent fraud in Kenya

The issue of fake, inauthentic fertilisers is a national emergency that deserves speedy, decisive action.

By 7 months ago

Fake fertiliser scam has revealed ongoing but silent fraud in Kenya

How to address mental health hurdles affecting 12m Kenyans

One of the triggers of mental health issues is comparison and increased level of materialism. The relentless pursuit of material success can take a toll on mental well-being.

By 7 months ago

How to address mental health hurdles affecting 12m Kenyans

We must unmask hidden power agreements to transform politics

A unique discovery has surfaced, revealing the intricate power-sharing agreements that have silently shaped our political landscape.

We must unmask hidden power agreements to transform politics

Why improving soil health holds the key to food security in Kenya

Poor soil health not only reduces crop yields but also forces farmers to rely on expensive chemical fertilisers, which further degrade the soil

Why improving soil health holds the key to food security in Kenya

Time to end the political charade, focus on issues troubling Kenyans

At a time when our country faces staggering economic challenges, from the spiralling cost of living to a healthcare transition, we are back to the old school of political sideshows.

Time to end the political charade, focus on issues troubling Kenyans

Four pillars Africa must shore up for trade and economic take-off

Intra-African trade is quite low, with less than 18 per cent of African exports staying within the continent, compared to 59 per cent in Asia and 68 per cent in Europe.

By 2 months ago

Four pillars Africa must shore up for trade and economic take-off

Be truthful on Kenya's forest cover and secure a greener future for all

Tree planting is often celebrated, but little attention is given to tree survival rates, they must be nurtured for true success.

By 2 months ago

Be truthful on Kenya's forest cover and secure a greener future for all

Freedom of worship must not be used to exploit most vulnerable

We must ensure places of worship remain what they were always meant to be – safe spaces, not toxic places.

By 2 months ago

Freedom of worship must not be used to exploit most vulnerable

Kawira ouster drama offers key lessons for all Kenyans in office

Kawira Mwangaza’s impeachment underscores the paramount importance of accountability and transparency in leadership.

By 3 months ago

Kawira ouster drama offers key lessons for all Kenyans in office

What we can learn from Thailand on affordable, efficient healthcare

Remarkably, healthcare services in Thailand are provided at 30 per cent to 40 per cent of the costs found in Kenya, yet they maintain the same high quality.

By 3 months ago

What we can learn from Thailand on affordable, efficient healthcare

Dismal showing at Paris Games is a wake-up call for all Kenyans

It should concern us that an increasing number of Kenyan-born athletes are winning choice medals for other countries, while Kenya’s medal count diminishes.

By 3 months ago

Dismal showing at Paris Games is a wake-up call for all Kenyans

Kenya must press reset the button and embrace courage in leadership

Gen Z has fearlessly highlighted our government’s inefficiencies and rampant corruption, draining resources meant for development.

By 4 months ago

Kenya must press reset the button and embrace courage in leadership

Support key sectors to create jobs and fuel our economic potential

Kenya too can tap into her significant potential, especially in the automotive sector, which includes motorcycle manufacturing as this is the lowest-hanging fruit.

By 4 months ago

Support key sectors to create jobs and fuel our economic potential

How digital platforms can spur economic growth and inclusion

Kenya's path to unmatched national development through digital inclusivity is clear.

By 4 months ago

How digital platforms can spur economic growth and inclusion

Conservation and an empowered generation can secure our future

Empowering local communities through education, training, and financial support can foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards conservation efforts.

By 4 months ago

Conservation and an empowered generation can secure our future

How Gen Z protests exposed Kenya's perennial trust problem

Gen Zs still do not believe that the Finance Bill 2024 is truly dead even after the president sent it back to Parliament with a memorandum calling for the deletion of all clauses.

By 5 months ago

How Gen Z protests exposed Kenya's perennial trust problem

Gen Z demos a call to transformational change in Kenya

Our Gen Z’s shift is about redefining leadership and governance. Older generations can adopt Gen Z's creativity for beneficial inter-generational teamwork.

By 5 months ago

Gen Z demos a call to transformational change in Kenya

Kenya Kwanza government must earn our trust for stability, growth

Our governments and private sector alike must align policies to effectively ‘marry’ Africapitalism with national development goals.

By 5 months ago

Kenya Kwanza government must earn our trust for stability, growth

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