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3 – Benefits of Records Keeping for SMEs

Records and information are among the most valuable resources any business can have. There is so much information being generated by every activity and transaction that takes place in a business.Business owners should be keen in ensuring that this information does not go to waste. SMEs should never be too busy to keep proper records.Continue reading “3 – Benefits of Records Keeping for SMEs”

Adulting: When did it happen to me?

I was trying to remember when I became an adult, and it took me down the memory lane. Adulting…Whew! Is such an experience, but I am here already – I either count my blessings or deal with it. As a child, I don’t remember waking up tired unless I was sick or having to goContinue reading “Adulting: When did it happen to me?”

Rhumba ya COVID-19 Vaccine

Niivalie viatu gani hii rhumba? Nataka kudemka! Ndugu zangu hili suala la hii chanjo ni “double edged sword”. Ni rahisi kuliongelea katika makundi ya wataalamu wa mambo ya afya, wasomi na watu wenye kipato kizuri kama sisi, na wenye uwezo wa kufanya maamuzi binafsi. Pia sisi tuna uwezo wa kushawishi na kuwezesha baadhi ya wanafamiliaContinue reading “Rhumba ya COVID-19 Vaccine”

7 – Tips for SMEs on Business Continuity planning

What is Business Continuity planning? Here is a metaphor! In Kiswahili when one isn’t making headways we have a saying “Unapiga hatua mbili mbele unarudi hatua tatu nyuma” – You are taking 2 steps forward and 3 steps backwards. I believe this is not an uncommon feeling for small business owners like myself. There seemContinue reading “7 – Tips for SMEs on Business Continuity planning”

Coffee: The bittersweet taste of coffee chores for education

In 1997, just as I had finished my O Levels, I travelled to Kagera, my hometown in the Northern part of Tanzania. Sadly, I had gone for my paternal Great Grandmother’s funeral in Bwera, a village where she hails from. I am grateful to have met my Great Grandparent and may her wonderful soul beContinue reading “Coffee: The bittersweet taste of coffee chores for education”