Tourism at a Tipping Point: Navigating Conservation, Community, and Capital in Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara, a globally renowned safari destination in Kenya, stands at a critical juncture where its unparalleled biodiversity and rich cultural heritage intersect with the burgeoning demands of global tourism. However, this natural jewel now faces mounting pressures: changing climate, wildlife preservation needs, and the difficult balance between economic gains from tourism and the traditional livelihoods of local communities.
From Code to Classroom: EdTech as Catalyst for Kenya’s Digital Learning Revolution
Technology is quietly transforming classrooms everywhere, fundamentally reshaping how we teach and learn. Kenya, therefore, is at a critical juncture where educational technology (EdTech) platforms, digital textbooks, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered content curation can be used to overcome long-standing barriers to quality education and learning accessibility challenges.
Unlocking County Capital: Why Subnational Bonds Could Reshape Kenya’s Fiscal Future
In 2021, Laikipia issued Kenya’s first county infrastructure bond, raising KSh 1.16 billion from private investors. It was a test of law, process, and public trust. Imperfect, yes, but proof of concept all the same. It showed that with structure, transparency, and resolve, counties can access capital markets on their own terms.
Code and Crisis: Artificial Intelligence and Political Misinformation in East Africa
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how information is created, shared, and consumed around the world. In East Africa, however, the slow adoption of AI technologies which is driven by infrastructural limitations, low investment in research, and evolving regulatory frameworks has created a complex digital environment.
Brick by Brick: Evaluating The Merit Of Real Estate As East Africa’s Favourite Asset
Across Uganda and Kenya, real estate is more than just an investment – it’s a symbol of identity, security and legacy. From gated communities in the suburbs of Kampala to Airbnb rentals on Kenya’s coast, the region’s property boom has been fuelled by a perfect storm of demand from demographics, tourism and the diaspora.
The State of Sex Education in East Africa: Between Silence, Stigma and Survival
Across East Africa, sex education remains a deeply contested issue. Governments in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania have introduced various policies intended to equip young people with knowledge about their sexual and reproductive health.
