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Year In Review: Legislative Changes That Shaped The Economic and Regulatory Landscape in 2024

The year 2024 has been marked by significant legislative and policy developments in Kenya, shaping the landscape for the private and public sectors. As we conclude this year, let us revisit the key highlights and milestones that unfolded, with a particular focus on insights covered by Vellum Kenya. Finance Bill, 2024 The Finance Bill, […]...

13 Dec 2024

Forecast 2025: Kenya’s Policy And Regulatory Landscape

Kenya’s policy and regulatory environment in 2024 was characterised by numerous policy pronouncements amidst significant public discontent. As 2025 approaches, the space promises to be even busier, ...

29 Nov 2024

Balancing Innovation, Market Dominance, and Regulatory Oversight: The Case of Google and Beyond

The U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposal to address Google’s alleged monopolistic practices through structural remedies, including the potential divestment of its Chrome browser, signals a ...

22 Nov 2024

Redefining labour in the age of AI: Balancing workers’ rights with industry growth and protection

In a bustling office complex in Nairobi, data workers spend their days reviewing content for a major social media platform. Like many of their colleagues in Kenya’s growing Business Process Outs...

15 Nov 2024

Towards a Leaner Government and Prudent Resource Use: Could Kenya Benefit From a Department of Government Efficiency?

The debate on government efficiency has long resonated within global politics, and Elon Musk’s recent remarks about the bloated structure of US federal agencies have ignited fresh interest. Musk’s...

8 Nov 2024

Kenya, Trump, And The Future of US Trade Policy: What Trump’s Win Means For AGOA and STIP of US Trade Policy

The unexpected return of Donald Trump Jr. to the White House brings a fresh wave of uncertainty and anticipation for African nations, particularly Kenya, which has traditionally valued the United Stat...

31 Oct 2024

Stan-Chart Marathon 2024: A Case Study of Political Interference in Corporate Events

The Standard Chartered (StanChart) Marathon has become an iconic annual event in Nairobi, attracting both professional and amateur athletes to compete for prize money. The organisers have also added i...

25 Oct 2024

Powering the future: Addressing Kenya’s energy sector deficiencies through innovative partnerships –

“Development demands bold decision-making. Without the courage to challenge status quo thinking, stagnation takes hold, and progress stalls.” Anonymous This quote succinctly underscores the need t...

18 Oct 2024

So Near Yet So Far: Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Kenya’s DP

In 2022, Prof. Kithure Kindiki narrowly missed the chance to become Kenya’s Deputy President. Once again, the odds might have been stacked against him on Friday, as the High Court’s order may have...