Economy

By Dr Jefwa G. Mweri

Introduction

COVID-19 is an international current, emerging and rapidly evolving issue. Current affairs basically revolve around happenings in different fields such as the economy, sports, science and technology, medicine, environment, etc. and they operate at both national and international levels. COVID -19, as a current affair, is the most important of the day-to-day incidents and events around us.

By FA Joab O. Odhiambo

While the medical experts and financial analysts/actuaries have always disagreed publicly on whether it was prudent for Kenya to open its economy, especially with the rising number of COVID-19 pandemic cases, as a certified financial analyst and actuary, I would confidently say that it was an excellent idea despite disagreement from many medics.

By Lilac Osanjo

The COVID- 19 pandemic has taken a heavy toll on informal sector businesses. Despite the challenges and in order to remain afloat Mr. Odhiambo and four of his colleagues developed an innovative table bench that can seat six persons. The table bench has been trending on most social media platforms and has attracted the attention of several politicians including the Deputy President, Dr William Ruto and Machakos Governor, Dr Alfred Mutua.

By Justus B. Aungo, PhD

Over the years, there has been increasing public investment in transport infrastructure in Kenya both through direct budgetary allocations and private sector partnerships. For instance, in 2018, US$ 2.1 billion (representing almost 10 per cent of the entire 2018/19 annual budget) was allocated to transport infrastructure where over 50 per cent of it was availed for road projects. This was a 100 per cent increase from the previous year.