People Over Profit: Why the Social Pillar of ESG Determines Long-Term Sustainability
Sustainability is often discussed in terms of profits, carbon footprints, and compliance metrics. Yet, at its core, sustainability is about people. The social aspect of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks and the people dimension of the Triple Bottom Line, remains the most decisive factor in determining whether organizations endure uncertainty, crises and change. For companies, organizations and state corporations alike, people are not just stakeholders; they are the system itself. Employees, customers, suppliers, communities, regulators and shareholders form an interconnected web where trust, once broken, creates ripple effects that can outlast any financial loss.
Why Succession Planning Can Make or Break a Legacy
Article by Tyneketra Wanja When it comes to succession planning, the stakes are high. It’s one of those issues that many business owners shy away from, sometimes due to cultural taboos, fear that it means one is about to die especially in Africa. Other times it is because they assume the future will take care […]
Family-Owned Businesses: A Strategic Foundation for Multi-Generational Success
By Tyneketra Wanja The first part of the proverbial statement in the Bible from Proverbs 13:22 states: ‘A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.’ Whereas the verse does not solely speak to finances, it is also part of the inheritance. Today, the term Generational Wealth is quite popular with most of us, […]
Driving Sustainable Change: The Role of ESG Frameworks in Shaping Kenya’s Corporate Responsibility and Future
Article by Tyneketra Wanja We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children – American Proverb Today, there is an increase in sustainability awareness among consumers as they choose to purchase products from companies that are looking into sustainable brands. With consumers demanding more than the usual financial reporting […]
The Evolution of ADR in Kenya
Alternative Dispute Resolution methods (ADR), simply refers to a range of processes that help the relevant parties sort their issues without litigation. These processes tend to be less formal and more cost effective in comparison to the court proceedings. The primary methods of ADR include; Negotiation, Mediation and Arbitration. ADR plays a critical role in […]
