Governance Blog
Public Participation: A Constitutional Promise or a Box-Ticking Exercise?
When Kenya’s 2010 Constitution was enacted, public participation was widely celebrated as a bold attempt to shift power closer to...
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THE DUAL ROLE OF THE COMPANY SECRETARY: COMPLIANCE MAESTRO AND ADMINISTRATIVE ENABLER
In 1847, Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis discovered that handwashing could drastically reduce deaths from childbed fever. His advice was however ignored...
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SHAREHOLDERS AND GOVERNANCE
1. Introduction When we talk about shareholders, we refer to individuals or entities that have invested in a company through...
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When the Ears Outgrow the Head: Governance Imbalance in Kenya’s Public Institutions
Organizations resemble living creatures, the board is the head, charting vision and guarding integrity, while advisory bodies, consultants, and executives...
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THE ROLE OF SECRETARY IN ESG
Introduction Globally, new requirements for environmental, social and governance disclosures are being introduced. Voluntary reporting frameworks are rapidly transitioning into...
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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND ESG
Introduction Corporate governance and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) are two closely related concepts. Corporate governance refers to the system...
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Harnessing Big Data for Sustainable Growth in Kenyan Counties
In order to solve socioeconomic issues, technology and data analytics integration in governance are becoming more and more crucial. Large...
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Funding Sustainable Projects through Green Financing in Kenya
Earnest Journey to FinancingSustainable Projects through Green Financing in Kenya Over the last couple of decades, the world has seen...
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THE CASE OF ESG & GREENWASHING: A KISS-AND-TELL
by Festus Kimeli Introduction Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) refers to the criteria used to evaluate the performance of an...
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A Focus on The S in ESG in Media Industry in Kenya; Freedom of Expression vs Social Responsibility
CS Linda Namiinda Introduction On the March 21, 2021, Shaffie Weru, a renowned radio presenter, his co-host, Neville Muasya and...
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A Critical Lens on ESG and ESG Ratings
Introduction ESG, which stands for environmental, social, and governance, has gained significant traction in recent years. The importance of ESG...
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How Governance can yield Sustainability
In recent years, sustainability has become a crucial focus for individuals, businesses, and governments. At the core of sustainability is...
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Partnerships & Collaborations in Achieving Governance in Public and Private Sector
Effective governance is a crucial aspect of both the public and private sectors, and achieving it requires the cooperation and...
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MIND-SET FOR GROWTH, ADAPTABILITY, AGILITY & RESILIENCE IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Incorporating a growth mindset into corporate governance is critical to success in these uncertain times. A growth mindset is a...
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GOOD GOVERNANCE, A KEY DRIVER OF INVESTMENT AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH.
Good governance is a multifaceted concept that includes accountability, transparency, rule of law, and the effective management of resources. When...
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EXPLORING THE ‘G’ IN ESG
Of the three pillars of ESG, governance, or the G in ESG, is often considered the most important. This is...
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THE INTERSECTION OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a disruptive technology that has been rapidly adopted by companies in various industries, including finance, human resource,...
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