Governance Blog
MENTAL HEALTH AT THE WORKPLACE REQUIRES STRONG LEADERSHIP FROM BOARDS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT
Mental health has become one of the most pressing issues in today’s workplace, yet, it remains one of the least...
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HOW STRONG BOARDS SECURE THE LONGEVITY OF PRIVATE ENTERPRISES
In the dynamic and often unpredictable world of business, longevity remains the true measure of success. Many private companies in...
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WHY EVERY PRIVATE COMPANY NEEDS A BOARD
Many privately owned businesses in Kenya and across the region continue to operate without formal boards. For many founders, the...
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WHY GEN Z MUST RECLAIM GOVERNANCE FROM THE CORRUPT GENERATIONS
Few words stir as much fatigue and frustration in Kenya as corruption. It is not merely a crime in our...
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REIMAGINING GOVERNANCE THROUGH THE GENZ LENS
Kenya’sgovernance landscape is experiencing a generational shift. For decades, theboardroom has symbolised experience, hierarchy and authority. These spacesoften dominated by...
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Corporate Governance in Times of Crisis: Insights from the Kenyan Context
Corporate governance plays a pivotal role in ensuring organizational sustainability and resilience, especially in times of crisis. It encompasses the...
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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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