Education and Career

Kenyan higher education may not be placed among the world’s best but is certainly among those with a promising future. African higher education is progressively gaining ground in terms of reputation, and Kenyan universities have made a lot of contribution towards it. The country has established a string of well-performing...

Far too many organizations do a poor job of translating their well- formulated strategies into their anticipated results. Whether related to unclear goals, lack of accountability or undertaking activities irrelevant to results, the inability to deliver comes from poor execution. Too often, people spend time, energy and resources on stuff...

We are living in a world of regime shifts: a pandemic, economic upheaval, looming climate crises, and political turbulence. And with these shifts comes increased risk. Boards are at the heart of risk governance. By their nature, risks cannot be fully and exactly measured. The real question proficient directors should...

Two Powerful Practices for Encouraging Your People with Mindfulness and Resolve. The news remains jampacked with the latest developments surrounding COVID-19. Cities and entire states remain under “stay at home” orders, while medical professionals care for people and research cures. It is our duty as business leaders to help our...

The COVID-19 pandemic is set to change the world upside down sooner than we know. The organisation of the institutions of governments, educational sectors, the way people think and function will transform for the long term. Among these sectors, the field of education as well is undergoing a tectonic shift...

Turkish Higher Education is a lot similar to the Bologna system of the European Union as a result of which the standards of education expected to be maintained are quite good. Students who are aiming to pursue foreign higher education are recommended that they consider a few universities in Turkey,...

When I was in school, I never studied history seriously. However, as time went by and I read more books, whether historical fiction or non-fiction, I began to develop an interest in the subject. This aroused interest led me to become acquainted with many students of history. At first, I...

As children, we are encouraged to explore our creativity. Sometimes this happens in a traditional “art” sense of drawing or painting. But not always. Because creativity influences just about everything a child does. Whether through using toys, blocks, pots and pans, a couch cushion, or only their imagination, children are...

Unconscious bias is natural, we all have it. Our brains process a multitude of data throughout the day. Our brains are used as a filtration system to allow us to make decisions. These decisions are often made based on past experiences and existing belief patterns. That’s where one needs to...

Since the start of the global Covid-19 pandemic, it’s likely you’ve had to convert your existing team to a remote one involuntarily, or you’ve had to hire a totally new remote team. Naturally, this brings challenges. Below I’ve outlined the common ones I’ve come across with our portfolio companies and...