05 May 2023
- "We will not hesitate to deregister companies that are compliant," said Murkomen adding that the industry should not operate as if there is no law.
05 May 2023
- The plant will have a capacity to produce 4,000 bottles per hour. According to KPC, the plant will package water in 500-millilitre, 1-litre, and 18.9-litre bottles.
05 May 2023
- Valentine's Day festivities come in a variety of sizes and shapes. And they get very costly really fast given the huge amount of pressure to spend money on your significant other. This can be particularly challenging for a college student who is yet to…
05 May 2023
- The aftermath of a partner's job loss can mean reconstructing your plan for how you pay shared expenses, the amount you spend together as a family, and many other monetary logistics that need to be sorted out. Have you ever dealt with your partner's job…
05 May 2023
- As you grow older, some of the friends you had on campus will get employed faster than others, some will get married and start families and others will start businesses. It then dawns on you that taking different pathways in life also means that…
05 May 2023
- You polished your CV and cover letters, did well in interviews, and kept a positive attitude even when the process appeared to be slow. You've finally gotten a job offer! Then there was another one. So, what next?
05 May 2023
- Studying in Kenyan universities comes with very many decisions, a major one being where to live. The two most popular options stand out. Should you live in managed student accommodation(on-campus) or private rentals (off-campus)?
05 May 2023
- As the lockdown was being announced in March 2020, Maureen King'ori was busy gathering resources and a team of campus-mates to launch a business that over a year later, and now a graduate employs not just her but a dozen others.
05 May 2023
- As a result of increased unemployment and job uncertainty, many young people are conflicted about their professional prospects. If you're planning your career path and want to gain the skills that most employers require, it's vital to be informed of…
05 May 2023
- College graduates leave school with an eagerness for the career they want to build. However, when they start looking for employment in the ‘real world’, oftentimes things don’t go as planned.
05 May 2023
- So you got a job? Great! A paycheck will be coming every month. Now, you need to know that the habits you put in place today can set you up for a lifetime of successful money management, or not.
05 May 2023
- Anyone who has spent time browsing employment adverts will notice a recurring phrase. That is, "competitive pay" or "competitive salary." Why do employers use this in job adverts? Is it a trojan horse? How do you know you are getting a truly competitive…
05 May 2023
- Everybody faces financial challenges at some point in life. Kenyan youth, in particular, have their fair share, ranging from employment, job security, to managing student debt and mobile loans to gambling and lack of enough savings to invest or start a…
05 May 2023
- Leaving college and joining the "real world" can be nerve-racking. The job search can be stressful, and if getting a job is your main objective, it may be tempting to accept the first offer you hear from a potential employer. Accepting a low-wage job,…
05 May 2023
- Many people are increasingly choosing to go freelance, and it is becoming more likely for them to work in numerous roles and industries throughout the course of their professional life. Freelancing is a great side hustle that, if pursued diligently, has…
05 May 2023
- As the competition for graduate positions heats up, students must devise innovative strategies to distinguish themselves from the plethora of similarly qualified and skilled competitors.
05 May 2023
- Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck or struggling to make ends meet after college? You’re not alone. Many recent graduates and new employees find it challenging to build a stable financial foundation and secure a steady income stream.
05 May 2023
- After graduation, finding a job is a key priority for many students. However, due to the competitive job market, looking for a position that fits your ambitions can take a lot of time. This is where internships come in.
05 May 2023
- The Kenyan job market is undergoing major changes amid the automation and digitization of various sectors of the economy that have resulted in redundancies in various sectors.
05 May 2023
- Work will take up a significant portion of your life. According to studies, the average person spends one-third of his or her awake hours at work. As a result, it is critical to take a step back and consider the type of career, profession, and industry…
05 May 2023
- Career growth is/should be the goal for anyone looking to optimize their time and effort at the workplace. Naturally, hard skills will get you through the door but it is the less highlighted soft skills that will get you up the ladder.
05 May 2023
- Your twenties are the most foundational decade of your life because they mark the beginning of your adulthood, and for most, independence. The earlier you begin, the faster you will become an expert at anything - literally anything you’d want to be the…
05 May 2023
- Are you stuck at a job you detest because of perks, name recognition, and respect? You are not alone. Most Kenyan workers drag themselves to work daily in positions that don't provide contentment.
05 May 2023
- College life can be expensive and challenging. When you're managing school, studying, and life, knowing a few basic strategies to make money can come in handy. At this stage in your life, there are some creative ways you can make money without having to…
05 May 2023
- Nike, Apple, and Uber are all household names. What images do you conjure? Think Nike and images of hard-working athletes; think of Apple, and terms like "sleek," "sophisticated," and "state of the art" come to mind. Know what? The same should apply to…
05 May 2023
- "Show me your friends, and I'll tell you who you are," As the Greek proverb goes, our friends mould us. We are the sum of the people we associate with. Friends, like family, shape who we are and who we will become. Of course, you are not alone in…
05 May 2023
- The nearly four years of college present a tremendous opportunity for the discerning student to set themselves up for financial success. One can build life-changing financial habits, all in small bits and when they enter the labour market, have much…
05 May 2023
- If you have ever made poor financial decisions in the past or developed poor money management habits over time, you've definitely tried to figure out how and where things went wrong.
05 May 2023
- College should be a breeding ground for startups. According to the Young Entrepreneurship Council, nearly 90% of young people believe that entrepreneurship is important.
05 May 2023
- The first few steps into the world of working can be daunting for any college graduate. Nothing can prepare you enough for the hours and hours you spend, sending job applications and sulking after receiving regrets.
05 May 2023
- The vast majority of students in Kenya begin college when they reach adulthood. While making your own decisions is exciting, dealing with new situations on your own can be difficult. College students have various opportunities to be scammed, whether…
05 May 2023
- It is commonly accepted that social media can be of great value to us but studies have shown, that it also can be detrimental to our mental health. When we view photographs and videos of our friends and family's seemingly perfect lives, it's tough not…
05 May 2023
- Whether you scored a C+, C or C Minus, you should res easy knowing that there are several courses available for you to pursue that give you marketable skills in Demand in the Kenyan market today. However, having papers and good grades only no longer…
05 May 2023
- Research shows over 70% of vacancies are not posted on job sites and 80% of open positions are filled through networking. Actively searching for jobs online alone is no guarantee of securing employment, creating a strategy that gets you beyond job sites…
05 May 2023
- Dealing with a roommate who doesn’t contribute to shared costs can be frustrating. And the situation can move quickly from frustrating to financially damaging as it can hurt your finances and savings. What is the best way to split expenses with a…
05 May 2023
- College is quite a liberating experience to many students. The new found freedom can be exciting but oftentimes it comes with some degree of ignorance that can lead to a series of mistakes generally and on the part of managing finances.
05 May 2023
- Fresh out of college? It might be a little more challenging to make the transition into the 'real world' especially with the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. But as they say calm seas never made a good sailor, so why not get started on this voyage with…
05 May 2023
- It's quite inanimate, and a tad juvenile - but I'm lining up for this buffet with a vendetta. I'm quite upbeat. Yes, like a general going to war. I've done due diligence, a bit of mission recce. I know what to skip, what to pick. For the plates are…
05 May 2023
- It is still a fairly new year. And for many, February is when the grand resolutions set towards the end of the previous year are seen in perspective.
05 May 2023
- If you were to pick topics most likely to cause family disputes, money and inheritance top the list. This means that families often avoid or put off crucial conversations about inheritance, wills, and legacies in order to avoid feeling uncomfortable.
05 May 2023
- The festive season, while being a good opportunity for family gatherings after a long year of hard work, comes with an added burden for parents. According to a study by WorldRemit on the true cost of Christmas festivities, a majority of Kenyan…
05 May 2023
- Understandably, financial hardship is a big stress factor, which destroys lots of friendships, families, business partnerships and marriages. But since you can't do away with money, you can get ahead of money troubles in marriage and let it be an…
05 May 2023
- As the name suggests, the business jargon term ‘‘family business’’ is defined as a business that is actively owned, operated, and managed by two or more members of a single-family, who are family members or related by blood, adoption, or marriage.
05 May 2023
- What transpires when these two polar opposites are together in a relationship? A career spender and religious saver. It can tricky, but then it can get better with a combination of good old compromise and joint financial planning.
05 May 2023
- The decision whether to leave an inheritance or not for your children can significantly impact your financial planning today. If you are planning to leave an inheritance for your heirs, you will have to realign your retirement plans, how much you save,…
