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Patrick Muinde

Parliament can redeem its image by proving it isn't part of the Executive

Parliament must stamp its authority to ensure debt sustainability, compliance with approved debt ceilings and clear the cloud on odious debts.

By Patrick Muinde 22 days ago

Parliament can redeem its image by proving it isn't part of the Executive

Ruto in China: A toast to future ties or strategic game against the West?

Ruto in China: A toast to future ties or strategic game against the West?

By Patrick Muinde 29 days ago

US vs China trade war projected to drag global economy into recession

US vs China trade war projected to drag global economy into recession

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

US China trade war to drag global economy into recession

US China trade war to drag global economy into recession

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

'Echoes of War' debacle has shred Ruto's creative economy agenda

The National Drama and Film Festivals would ordinarily pass as a thrilling season for art lovers and a moment for young people to demonstrate their raw and pure talent.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

'Echoes of War' debacle has shred Ruto's creative economy agenda

Trump's tariffs on Kenyan exports further weaken a wobbling economy

On Wednesday this week, I ventured into the once busy Buruburu shopping centre, nestled within Makadara and Embakasi West constituencies of Nairobi.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

Trump's tariffs on Kenyan exports further weaken a wobbling economy

Mbadi sends mixed signals on the economy amid rising debt concerns

This past week, the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury was caught publicly warning key stakeholders on the high external debt risks that the country is facing.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

Mbadi sends mixed signals on the economy amid rising debt concerns

Constitutional amendments to save CDF expose MPs conflict of interest

The Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2025, that seeks to amend Article 204 of the Constitution to introduce three other funds has been published in Parliament.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Constitutional amendments to save CDF expose MPs conflict of interest

Dear Mr President, tough times call you to reflect on your leadership

Ruto's comments indicate he has accurate information of what Kenyans trolling him on media think and feel about his leadership and state of the economy.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Dear Mr President, tough times call you to reflect on your leadership

Executive should stop sideshows and address Auditor's sticky issues

In practice, the Auditor's opinion cannot be retracted nor re-explained in any other version, other than in the form in which it was issued.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Executive should stop sideshows and address Auditor's sticky issues

Recurring audit queries expose MPs as weak link in public funds control

One of the emphatic issues raised by the auditor general is the lack of resolute action on audit queries that have consistently been recurring on her reports.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Recurring audit queries expose MPs as weak link in public funds control

Policy Statement promises nothing unusual in CS Mbadi's first Budget

There are no discernible drastic proposals in the entire document. The tone, structure and texture of the plan are similar to any other that has come before it.

By Patrick Muinde 3 months ago

Policy Statement promises nothing unusual in CS Mbadi's first Budget

SHIF's low contributor rate exposes deep flaws in the plan, needs rethink

SHIF will chronically be deprived of cash to meet the huge healthcare burden unless alternative sources of funding are found.

By Patrick Muinde 3 months ago

SHIF's low contributor rate exposes deep flaws in the plan, needs rethink

Trump's order on USAID operations hurts US and aid-recipient nations

The decision of the Donald Trump administration to possibly discontinue the operations of USAID has been swift and far-reaching.

By Patrick Muinde 3 months ago

Trump's order on USAID operations hurts US and aid-recipient nations

Why Kenya's response to the DRC crisis will define its regional power

For President Ruto, the stakes are particularly high as he is the current chair of the East African Community (EAC), of which the DRC is one of the newest member states.

By Patrick Muinde 3 months ago

Why Kenya's response to the DRC crisis will define its regional power

Kenya must adapt to the new order as Trump effect spreads across nations

Despite being a controversial public figure both inside America and in the rest of the world, many world leaders have been quick to embrace him.

By Patrick Muinde 4 months ago

Kenya must adapt to the new order as Trump effect spreads across nations

Survey reveals housing project has missed the mark, is doomed to fail

The survey indicates that initiation of programmes and projects without sufficient evidence, often driven by the private commercial interests of those in power and their associates.

By Patrick Muinde 4 months ago

Survey reveals housing project has missed the mark, is doomed to fail

What KNBS numbers reveal about economy in first 2 years under Ruto

The Kenya Kwanza administration has a narrow window of opportunity to restore its reputation on economic issues that matter most to ordinary citizens.

By Patrick Muinde 4 months ago

What KNBS numbers reveal about economy in first 2 years under Ruto

Social, economic and political shocks that lie ahead for Ruto's government

To kickstart economic activity in 2025, the executive must propose a simple, clear and actionable plan to inject adequate cash-flows into circulation.

By Patrick Muinde 4 months ago

Social, economic and political shocks that lie ahead for Ruto's government

Why Kenyans went on Christmas spending spree despite hard times

The fact that the majority of Kenyans appear to have enjoyed their Christmas season doesn't negate the reality of hard economic times.

By Patrick Muinde 4 months ago

Why Kenyans went on Christmas spending spree despite hard times

Political greed sabotages devolution's progress, leaving citizens to pay price

It is troubling that none of the 47 counties can independently pay their employees' salaries without relying on the equitable share of national revenue-12 years into devolution

By Patrick Muinde 5 months ago

Political greed sabotages devolution's progress, leaving citizens to pay price

The disconnect between citizens and leadership points to a nation on edge

This stark contrast between the realities of taxpayers and those in power is what the president appears to interpret as resistance to everything he does.

By Patrick Muinde 5 months ago

The disconnect between citizens and leadership points to a nation on edge

President pays price of populism as he struggles with tax, truth and trust

The tendency for presidents to lose their popularity shortly after winning an election is a well-documented phenomenon in political history.

By Patrick Muinde 5 months ago

President pays price of populism as he struggles with tax, truth and trust

2027: A reckoning for broken promises and Kenya's political realities

While Kenya's political landscape remains fluid and rife with ruthless power players, a grassroots-driven movement could prove perilous to the established political order if it gains momentum.

By Patrick Muinde 5 months ago

2027: A reckoning for broken promises and Kenya's political realities

Adani fallout is a lesson on accountability and transparency fight

President William Ruto's State of the Nation Address on Thursday provided an opportunity to align the public's sentiments with his administration's scorecard.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

Adani fallout is a lesson on accountability and transparency fight

State of the Nation: Adani saga overshadows Ruto's address

It is not enough for the president to just cancel the public engagements with Adani on the airport and powerline deal.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

State of the Nation: Adani saga overshadows Ruto's address

Cabinet doublespeak of growth on paper but struggles on the ground

The swift and intense reactions to the Bishops' statement from various government agencies and paid State bloggers on social media suggest the critique struck a nerve at the heart of power.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

Cabinet doublespeak of growth on paper but struggles on the ground

The comeback of Trumpism: What it means for global geo-economics and Kenya

The world, including Kenya, has acknowledged and adapted to another Trump presidency, recognising the influence of US leadership due to its superpower status.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

The comeback of Trumpism: What it means for global geo-economics and Kenya

Why Kenyans are feeling financial pinch despite cheery inflation data

When the government does buy from local businesses or contractors, payments are often delayed, adding to the billions of shillings held in pending bills.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

Why Kenyans are feeling financial pinch despite cheery inflation data

Who stands to reap the most as Adani tightens grip and economy flounders?

In defense of the Adani deals, the President argues that using private capital for public infrastructure is preferable to raising taxes or increasing public debt.

By Patrick Muinde 6 months ago

Who stands to reap the most as Adani tightens grip and economy flounders?

Markets to remain calm after political storm over Gachagua's impeachment

Despite the unsettling silence from the House on the Hill, the events of the past two weeks have left no doubt that the die had long been cast.

By Patrick Muinde 7 months ago

Markets to remain calm after political storm over Gachagua's impeachment

DP Gachagua's impeachment exposes soft belly of economic banditry in the country

The intent of this article is not to discuss the merits or demerits of the politics of the impeachment, but to explore the implied economic consequences.

By Patrick Muinde 7 months ago

DP Gachagua's impeachment exposes soft belly of economic banditry in the country

Hustlernomics has missed the mark and dims country's economic future

Two years into the KK administration, government revenues for August 2024 declined by an estimated 5.4 per cent compared to a similar period in 2023.

By Patrick Muinde 7 months ago

Hustlernomics has missed the mark and dims country's economic future

NG-CDF's fate sealed, time legislators kissed the fund goodbye

The MPs swift reaction to the fund's withdrawal betrays their role in the kitty, something they have been trying to distance themselves from in the many amendments!

By Patrick Muinde 7 months ago

NG-CDF's fate sealed, time legislators kissed the fund goodbye

Ongoing labour unrests are early signs of an economy that's about to collapse

What seems lost to these well-established political and bureaucratic mercenaries is that pervasive socio-economic order has its limits both in society and the economy.

By Patrick Muinde 8 months ago

Ongoing labour unrests are early signs of an economy that's about to collapse

Adani JKIA takeover deal raises questions on economic governance

The losses suffered by airlines, travellers and the national shame brought unto the Kenyan people are unacceptable. The damage done to Adani's adventures is incurable.

By Patrick Muinde 8 months ago

Adani JKIA takeover deal raises questions on economic governance

Why state's Sh300 billion tax dream may never happen

The controversy around the oppressive government revenue-raising measures continue in the corridors of justice as the battle over the Finance Act 2023 proceeds at the apex court.

By Patrick Muinde 8 months ago

Why state's Sh300 billion tax dream may never happen

Raila's ascendancy to AU benefits only him

Even if Raila succeeds in securing the AU seat, there would be little to no benefit at the individual or national level.

By Patrick Muinde 8 months ago

Raila's ascendancy to AU benefits only him

Fundamental questions raised by Mwangaza's impeachment

As things stand, the people of Meru are likely going to suffer loss of the full term that Kawira Mwangaza will remain the elected Governor of the County.

By Patrick Muinde 9 months ago

Fundamental questions raised by Mwangaza's impeachment

Irony of killing manufacturing sector only to export farm labour to the UK

It is disheartening to note that Vision 2030's goal for the manufacturing sector to contribute 25 per cent to GDP was abandoned as far back as 2013.

By Patrick Muinde 9 months ago

Irony of killing manufacturing sector only to export farm labour to the UK

Mbadi's unenviable task of reviving economy without increasing taxes

For the new Treasury boss, any attempt to resuscitate the offensive tax proposals in the rejected Finance Bill 2024 or in the annulled 2023 Act will be courting another disaster.

By Patrick Muinde 9 months ago

Mbadi's unenviable task of reviving economy without increasing taxes

Outrage over JKIA transfer exposes hidden costs of Kenya's PPP deals

While many details remain unclear without full disclosure of the details of the privately initiated proposal or any actual contract, this expose has revealed the mischief in PPP agreements.

By Patrick Muinde 9 months ago

Outrage over JKIA transfer exposes hidden costs of Kenya's PPP deals

How Gen Z can refine their strategy to win this battle for Kenya's future

Gen Z must now realise their enemy is not President Ruto per se, but an organised criminal enterprise deeply entrenched in the country's political and economic architecture.

By Patrick Muinde 9 months ago

How Gen Z can refine their strategy to win this battle for Kenya's future

In this time of crisis, we have a duty to preserve the soul of our nation

It is tragic that the President and security apparatus do not seem to have fully grasped the enormity of the burden on their shoulders.

By Patrick Muinde 10 months ago

In this time of crisis, we have a duty to preserve the soul of our nation

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