A debt trap is not just a phrase in economics. It is the reality Kenyans live every day when the cost of unga rises, when fuel keeps going up, and when paying school fees becomes a struggle. These are not random events. They are shaped by decisions made through fiscal policy, and that is what
Everyday struggles like paying for unga, fueling your car, or settling school fees often feel like personal problems, but they are deeply connected to government policies. When you walk into a shop and notice that maize flour has become more expensive again, it is not just the store raising prices. It is part of a
Mwelekeo TV has become a vital platform in Kenya for exploring everyday issues through data-driven discussions, using research from Mwelekeo Insights to understand public opinion across the country. The platform simplifies complex topics, often inviting policy experts to explain how government decisions shape the daily lives of ordinary citizens. In 2025, Kenya’s fiscal focus centers
Kenya is at a turning point, and young people stand at the heart of this change. In the second episode of the Mwelekeo TV Podcast, Angel Mbuthia, a respected student leader and policy expert, joins the conversation to bring light to pressing issues around youth, gender, governance, and Gen Z activism. The discussion is carefully
Mwelekeo Insights has built its reputation in Kenya by focusing on research that reflects the realities of people from all walks of life. The firm specializes in collecting and analyzing opinions on politics, economics, and social issues, making sure the information they present is credible and inclusive. Their guiding principle is that accurate polls begin
Kenya is a country where change never stops, and every day brings new debates, challenges, and opportunities. In the middle of this constant motion, a new platform has stepped in to help Kenyans make sense of what is happening around them. Mwelekeo TV, the official podcast of Mwelekeo Insights, has released its first episode, opening
Conversations about youth, politics, culture, and the economy are part of daily life in Kenya, and one research firm has chosen to focus on these issues by collecting facts and turning them into useful knowledge. Mwelekeo Insights, based in Kenya, has built its identity around research and the study of public opinion. The company works
Kenya has now seen the entry of a new platform that seeks to connect research with the everyday lives of its people. Mwelekeo TV has been launched with the aim of turning raw data into conversations that are simple, engaging, and useful to society. The platform is an initiative of Mwelekeo Insights, an organization known
The Mwelekeo Insights public opinion poll has shed light on how Kenyans aged 30 and above view the actions of Generation Z following the June 2024 protests. Conducted between March 1 and March 20, 2025, the survey involved 16,800 participants from all 47 counties. Its aim was to understand older Kenyans’ opinions on the younger
Bride price, also known as dowry, has long been a part of Kenyan marriage traditions, symbolizing respect and cementing the union between two families. Traditionally, the groom or his family provides livestock, money, or other valuable items to the bride’s family, a gesture deeply rooted in culture. However, new research by Mwelekeo Insights released on