2020 brought many surprises. At the beginning of the pandemic, the last thing I expected was to be coaching voice actors down a crackly line to a recording studio in …
Women’s land rights on paper are not enough
Pubudini WickramaratneLand is critical to our daily lives. It is intrinsically linked with our identity, dignity, livelihoods, food, housing, education and health. Secure land rights are essential to sustainable and equitable …
Low costs, high risks, and empty promises? The price of oil in East Africa
Andrew BograndIf constructed, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) would become the world’s longest heated pipeline. Communities that will be impacted are worried about their land, money, environment, and future. Oxfam is urging project developers and the governments of Uganda and Tanzania to listen to these communities and take immediate action.
Putting people’s voices first
Deborah Sambu and Rainbow WilcoxUsing innovative research approaches, Africa’s Voices Foundation share how they use technology to reach the hardest to reach. Development and governance should be led by the views of those who …
Taxation conversation over the airways
Sue MooreBased on conversations with those involved, Sue Moore reflects on a recent programme to encourage discussion on how the government spends taxes in Kenya and improve understanding of tax compliance …
Solar pumps, the simple solution we’ve been looking for?
Brian McSorelyBrian McSorely introduces to solar pumps, the developments he’s seen over his career and his hopes for the technology for the future. Whilst World Water Day is a time to …
Addressing equity through taxation: A view from Kenya
Martin NapisaTax revenue is a vital source of funding for essential services such as infrastructure, health and education. In Kenya tax revenue has increased in recent years but Martin Napisa, from …