Proposals to increase electricity costs should be handled in two main ways: One is need for the utility companies to remain profitable to keep providing electricity to drive the economy; and two the desire for affordable electricity supply to Kenyans. The World Bank in a study carried out in 39 countries under the theme “MakingContinue reading “Address the supply and demand sides in the proposed increase in electricity costs”
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Fast track parastatal reforms including revival of public universities
The President, the Prime Cabinet Secretary and the government has outlined measures to revive the economy through implementation of austerity measures through many interventions, including the reduction of the number of parastatals and also requiring that such entities justify their existence by showing the value they bring to Kenyans. There are several reasons to supportContinue reading “Fast track parastatal reforms including revival of public universities”
Use KDHS data for effective budgeting, planning & formulation of Medium-Term Plan IV & CIDP III
The Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2022 has been released providing useful data through which the next phase of planning and budgeting can be developed. KDHS provides up to date estimates of the socio-economic health and nutrition indicators that can be used to guide the planning, implementation of projects, monitoring and evaluation of theContinue reading “Use KDHS data for effective budgeting, planning & formulation of Medium-Term Plan IV & CIDP III”
Use the developed public institutions and infrastructure to improve lives and business.
The government has been undertaking many projects, infrastructure facilities and also constructing many public institutions in the region. Some of the key and notable institutions include the Tharaka University construction and operationalization in Gatunga, the ongoing development of Tharaka University College in Thagicu, Tseikuru Technical Training Institute, and the proposed KMTC schools in Tharaka NorthContinue reading “Use the developed public institutions and infrastructure to improve lives and business.”
The president is right – a slight reduction in bureaucracy can result in massive transformations in the country
The President has re-organized the government via the latest executive order that has clarified more responsibilities and functions of government. The executive order has clarified the roles of the Deputy President and the Prime Cabinet Secretary such these offices can invoke workable synergies than duplication of roles. The creation of separate state departments for InvestmentContinue reading “The president is right – a slight reduction in bureaucracy can result in massive transformations in the country”
Current spate of murders and suicides explainable through theory of solidarity
We have recently witnessed many murders, suicides and cases of depressions with serious consequences on society, robing us persons in their prime ages, workers or students whose future was very bright. Scholars have since time immemorial used theories and postulations to understand, predict and monitor behaviour. These murders and killings can be explained through theContinue reading “Current spate of murders and suicides explainable through theory of solidarity”
Multi-pronged strategies needed to secure the volatile areas of Kenya
The government should be lauded for undertaking strategic decisions and interventions that have ensured the safety of all of us, including thwarting targeted attacks and keeping wrong does at bay. While at that, frequent insecurity cases in Northern Kenya, Rift valley and other parts of the country must be stopped forthwith for us to achieveContinue reading “Multi-pronged strategies needed to secure the volatile areas of Kenya”
Stockdale paradox it is on Kenyan development context vis a viz current challenges
The much-waited 2023 is firmly here with us. As a nation, we face many challenges that have been with us for some time, but which will be addressed this year and other years to come. These issues need to be addressed through the appreciation of the working of the stockdale paradox (paradox because on end,Continue reading “Stockdale paradox it is on Kenyan development context vis a viz current challenges”
Let us re-strategize and re-plan for greater success in 2023 as 2022 comes to an end
The end of the year provides an opportunity to evaluate our achievements and losses for the year, which enables us to draw an action plan for the coming year. Six things will be key for this exercise. First, be grateful and show gratitude to the almighty God, and to people who have been of remarkableContinue reading “Let us re-strategize and re-plan for greater success in 2023 as 2022 comes to an end”
Be happy with your KCPE Grades, there are plenty of opportunities for everyone
The release of KCPE results marks the beginning of the journey to the next level, no matter the grades. New strategies will be needed to keep you shining and achieving your dream. Colins Powell, the first African -American secretary of state observed that “what got you there will not keep you there”. More work isContinue reading “Be happy with your KCPE Grades, there are plenty of opportunities for everyone”
Dr. Daniel Mutegi Giti 