Ken Gichinga
Ken Gichinga is the chief economist at Mentoria Economics, known for his critical insights into Kenya's economic policies. He has voiced concerns regarding the Affordable Housing Levy, arguing that it diminishes the purchasing power of Kenyans and creates a weaker economic situation. Gichinga emphasizes that the demand for housing is high, but the levy undermines job creation and economic stability, complicating the path to affordable housing.
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Ken Gichinga, Chief Economist at Mentoria Economics, cautioned about the sustainability of yuan-based debt-swap arrangements for African countries.
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Tanzania· 2025-11-12Ken Gichinga is the Chief Economist at Mentoria Economics, warning about the potential negative impacts of the alcohol policy.
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Kenya· 2025-08-01
Economist Ken Gichinga said access to credit has been tough for the private sector due to high interest rates.
Treasury's renewed appetite for local loans to hurt firmsKenya· 2025-03-31
Economist Ken Gichinga told the BBC that the ban will be a big blow, and foreign exchange will take a hit.
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United Kingdom· 2025-03-14
Ken Gichinga, chief economist at Mentoria Economics, explained why the fuel reduction has not translated into increased consumption.
Falling prices: Mbadi's math doesn't add upKenya· 2025-03-14
Ken Gichinga pointed out that the affordable housing levy has eroded the purchasing power of Kenyans.
Income problem with the State's housing agendaKenya· 2025-02-27
Ken Gichinga, chief economist at Mentoria Economics, said other factors limiting the impact that lower fuel and power prices might have on households are at play.
Why you are yet to feel impact of lower fuel, power pricesKenya· 2025-02-25Ken Gichinga is the chief economist at Mentoria Economics who argues that the model is twisted and diminishes the purchasing power of Kenyans.
State struggles to justify contentious housing levyKenya· 2025-02-21
