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From Hustler Promises to SME Survival: A Reflection on Kenya’s Business Climate
As a Kenyan entrepreneur, I find myself increasingly reflecting on the widening gap between political promises and the actual business environment on the ground. At a time when SMEs were promised support, lower taxes, and an improved ease of doing business, many of us are instead navigating high taxes, sudden policy shifts, bureaucratic delays, and growing uncertainty. This unpredictability makes it difficult to plan, invest, or scale sustainably. Rather than operating in a growth-driven ecosystem, small businesses are being pushed into survival mode — where resilience replaces innovation, and short-term stability outweighs long-term expansion. For many entrepreneurs, the core issue is no longer just market competition, but governance uncertainty, reduced consumer spending, and a system where connections often seem to outweigh competence.
When Hope Meets the Final Breath
As a caregiver, hope becomes your constant companion. Every day, you measure small victories — a smile after pain, a steady breath after a hard night, a whispered “thank you” that keeps you going. You learn to live in the in-between: between fear and faith, between loss and life. I held on to hope like Read More…
Weekend Rinse
Saturday sun wakes up the street,Engines hum, wheels seek retreat.Buckets brimming, hoses dance,A chore? Maybe — but here’s our chance. Foam spills like clouds across the hood,The soap sings dreams of gleaming good.Mirrors gleam, tires shine,A spa day for the weekday grind. Neighbors chat through misty spray,Kids chase bubbles down the way.Music thumping from a Read More…
The Quiet Backbone – It’s Father’s Day
The morning sun spills soft and gold, as if it knows a story told that this day holds a secret right, a whisper wrapped in amber light. But though it glows with promise near, the feeling hasn’t settled here. Not yet. I get up early anyway — not for a card or a breakfast in Read More…
Life in the Fast Lane: Racing Through Challenges
Life is like a high-speed race. Each of us is a driver on our own track, steering through challenges, accelerating toward our goals, and navigating unexpected turns. Some days, we’re in control, feeling the rush of progress; other days, we hit roadblocks, forced to slow down and recalibrate. But one thing remains true: the race Read More…
How to Handle Employee Resignation: Essential Leadership Tips for Managers
A few months ago, one of my direct reports made the decision to resign in order to pursue an opportunity abroad. This news came as a surprise, particularly since we had been actively collaborating on a development plan to prepare him for a more senior leadership position. Throughout our discussions about his growth trajectory, it Read More…
How to Achieve Financial Independence: Passive Income and Financial Literacy
One afternoon, a friend of mine, Vennessa, asked me some thought-provoking questions about how I view my income. It all started when I posted a screenshot of my PowerBI report dashboard, showing my visual board and current passive income. The idea of passive income has always intrigued me—especially after I’d done some research on how Read More…
The Shift in Home Buying Preferences for Financially Stable Individuals
When searching for a home, many individuals prioritize proximity to urban centers, often viewing it as a sign of convenience and desirability. However, this focus can sometimes reflect deeper financial challenges. In contrast, those who have achieved financial stability often think differently about location, prioritizing other factors that contribute to a fulfilling lifestyle. 1. The Read More…
The People SHALL
Seems there’s an underlying issue, elusive yet present, But wherever it hides, solutions can be found,Something about Mr. Right, positioned rightly to do right, right! Echoes of freedom, yearning for its dawn,Thoughts politically nuanced, any reflections? Somewhere they sit, sip something and laugh off our logic,Slogans coined by masters of bondage.In recent weeks, my homeland Read More…