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China Square: A cultural shopping fusion in Kenya

From roads and railways to commerce, China’s impact on Kenya’s economy goes beyond debt. The aisles of Kenyan markets are witnessing a vibrant cross-cultural exchange as Chinese products and entrepreneurial spirit take center stage at local shopping centers. The narrative of China’s presence in Kenya has transcended politics and diplomatic ties, evolving into a dynamic economic partnership with a palpable impact on trade and daily life. China’s role in Kenya’s infrastructure development, marked by signature projects like the Standard Gauge Railway and the Nairobi Expressway, brought with it an influx of Chinese workers, entrepreneurs, and businesspeople. Chinese goods in local markets This convergence of cultures

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Why Gen Z no longer want to be teachers

Kenya could be heading to a teacher shortage crisis as the young generation demoralized by corruption, low pay and delays in getting absorbed by the Teachers Service Commission, shun the profession. Latest data from Ministry of Education on enrolment at Teachers Training Colleges (TTC’s) across the country shows only 21 percent of the positions offered in the institutions have actually been taken up. Although the total capacities across all the TTC’s stand at 28,070, currently only a mere 6002 have applied to join the training colleges. And the shortage is not just among young people joining the cadres, teachers are looking to leave the profession…

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