Author: Khusoko

Glovo, an on-demand delivery platform, has appointed Sonali Patel Visram, a seasoned e-commerce professional, as Kenya’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Visram brings over a decade of experience in business development and driving growth in the on-demand sector. Most recently, she served as the Commercial Director of Jumia Food Kenya, where she spearheaded growth strategies and operational efficiency. Glovo’s General Manager for Kenya, Caroline Mutuku, says Visram’s expertise in business development, operations, and strategic vision make her the ideal leader to expand Glovo’s operations. As the Chief Commercial Officer, Visram will oversee all commercial activities in Kenya, focusing on business development,…

The middle of the week in April always means high-octane matches in the main European football tournament, the Champions League. With the first leg of the quarterfinals passed, we can analyze two incredible spectacles of goals and drama that defied the expectations that the sign promised. Though Arsenal were considered a definite underdog compared to a seasoned fighter, Bayern Munich, they stunned Tuchel’s team at Emirates with their inspiring play and secured a 2-2 draw. In the biggest game of two favourites for the trophy, the cup winner Manchester City exchanged blows with Anchelotti’s Real Madrid, resulting in a vibrant…

Whether you have been a freelancer for a couple of years or just started your journey, you must have heard about freelancers falling prey to cunning scammers and opportunists. At worst, you may have been taken advantage of on some platform. As a result, many freelancers cannot trust even the best freelancing platforms. After all, no one wants their hard work to be tragically wasted. However, giving up your career as a freelancer is not the way to go. Here are some of the most reliable ways you can avoid freelancer scams. Look Up Your Clients If you are using…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has elected Kristalina Georgieva as its Managing Director for a second five-year term that commences on October 1st, 2024. She has been the fund’s managing director since 2019. “I am deeply grateful for the trust and support of the Fund’s Executive Board, representing our 190 members, and honoured to continue to lead the IMF as Managing Director for a second five-year term,” said Georgieva in a statement. “A more challenging global context demands an even more effective IMF. I will continue to devote all my energy to serve our members.” Ahead of next week’s IMF-World…

Agriculture is a fundamental pillar in the intricate web of global economies, providing sustenance, livelihoods, and economic stability.  In Kenya, agriculture directly accounts for 21.2 per cent of the country’s overall Gross Domestic Product and makes an indirect contribution of 27 per cent through its linkage with other sectors. The sector also contributes to at least 65 per cent of Kenya’s export earnings, with horticultural exports among Kenya’s key agricultural exports. Despite its immense contribution, this vital sector faces a myriad of challenges. The risks are ever-present, from unpredictable weather patterns to market fluctuations, threatening livelihoods and food security.  Moreover, post-harvest losses further exacerbate…

With the deadline for signing up for the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) lapsed the Kenyan business world has moved to implement the new model, which heralds a profound transformation in tax compliance in the country. As is common with significant changes, confusion is rife. I will highlight some fundamental changes that eTIMs have occasioned and their business implications. The first significant change concerns how business expenses are treated for tax purposes. Traditionally, the deductibility of business expenses hinged on whether they were incurred wholly and exclusively to generate income. However, the new system introduces a stringent administrative layer,…