The Nawi Knowledge Portal is an open access repository that features for multi themed research outputs and knowledge products. We aim to amplify the work of African women working to demystify the space of macroeconomic policy from a Pan African feminist to the widest possible audience. This information is provided for non-profit making purposes.
The Nawi Knowledge Portal is an open access repository that features for multi themed research outputs and knowledge products. We aim to amplify the work of African women working to demystify the space of macroeconomic policy from a Pan African feminist to the widest possible audience. This information is provided for non-profit making purposes.
INTRODUCTION TO THE CONNECTED ECONOMY CONCEPT, POWERED BY MOOVEBETA
Author: Prof. Monica Kerrets-Makau
What does it mean to be in a connected economy? Our host Nyasha Mutsekwa engages Prof. Monica Kerrets-Makau , Academic Dir. Africa, Thunderbird School of Global Management, in a discussion on the readiness of Africa in terms of technology that will facilitate the building of a Connected Economy, and the challenges we currently face as […]
Aug 21, 2023
Webinar | Covid Dialogues: Cash Grants to Support Female Entrepreneurs
Author: Joy Kiiru & Others
Women-led small businesses and informal workers were particularly vulnerable to shocks from the Covid-19 pandemic, and many did not have access to government relief programs. One solution may be unconditional cash transfers to help vulnerable communities withstand shocks and improve economic outcomes. This Covid Dialogues webinar shared evidence on the effectiveness of cash transfers and […]
Aug 21, 2023
COVID-19: Its Effects on the Economy and Higher Learning in Kenya
Author: Joy Kiiru
The Elephant in conversation with Dr Joy Mueni Kiiru, Economist and Senior Lecturer at the School of Economics, University of Nairobi on the effects of COVID-19 on the economy and the academy.
Aug 21, 2023
Cracks in the knowledge system: whose knowledge counts and whose knowledge do we need?
Author: Joy Kiiru & Others
This session brings together an expert panel, representing a range of sector perspectives, to reflect on some of the key issues outlined in this paper (In)equitable knowledge systems: before, during and beyond a pandemic Many of the inequities which COVID-19 has exposed – and exacerbated – have been with us for a long time. COVID […]
Aug 21, 2023
Monday Report | Finance Bill: Rain on Taxes (Part 2)
Author: Joy Kiiru & Others
In this news segment economist, Dr. Joy Kiiru discusses the implications of Kenya’s 2023 Finance Bill
Aug 21, 2023
Monday Report | Finance Bill: Rain on Taxes (Part 1)
Author: Joy Kiiru & Others
In this news segment economist, Dr. Joy Kiiru discusses the implications of Kenya’s 2023 Finance Bill
Aug 21, 2023
Joy Kiiru: Kenya cannot afford to take any more debts and commercial loans
Author: Joy Kiiru
In this news segment economist, Dr. Joy Kiiru analyzes the current state of Kenya’s debt
Aug 21, 2023
Market Access for Smallholder farmers
Author: Salamatu Garba, Violet Nyando & Dr Canisius Kanangire
Farmers in most of Sub Sahara African countries – especially smallholder farmers – are doing their best to produce various crops and to carry out other farming activities including livestock keeping, to feed their families and make a living. However, it seems often that they don’t get the highest returns on their investment in agriculture. […]
Aug 21, 2023
African Women in Agriculture
Author: Prof. Ruth Oniang'o, Mashumba Ruramiso & Dr Canisius Kanangire
Women make essential contributions to the agricultural and rural economies in all developing countries. Their roles vary considerably between and within regions and are changing rapidly in many parts of the world, where economic and social forces are transforming the agricultural sector. Rural women often manage complex households and pursue multiple livelihood methods. On this […]
Aug 21, 2023
Impact of Global pandemics in Africa Food Security
Author: Joy Kiiru & Others
The prices of basic commodities across Africa and the world have recently skyrocketed. There have been many theories seeking to explain these trends, ranging from political events to global happenings such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukraine-Russia conflict and drought. This episode of KIKAO, highlights these recent trends, their drivers and the impact they are […]
Aug 21, 2023
