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02 Feb
IDS Seminar on Financial Inclusion and Responsibility
Studies on financial inclusion place strong emphasis on financial literacy and individual financial responsibility. Over-spending and over-indebtedness are often thought to be consequences of a lack of understanding of prudent budgeting, saving, and investment.
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Prof Karuti Kanyinga, Director of Research at IDS, moderating the panel
12 Jan
The release of Old Problems and New Realities in Africa – and the role of Development Cooperation Report
The report (released on 1st November 2023 at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi) was sparked by the question “is development cooperation closely attuned to the challenges and problems facing African countries?”
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Dr. Jacinta Muinde_flyer_2021 March-1
16 Mar
Health Insurance and the pursuit of 'health care for all' in Kenya

Central to its commitment to achieving 'universal health coverage' for all its citizens, the Kenya government continues to promote the expansion of national health insurance, NHIF, to include the informal sector, free maternal healthcare, and health insurance subsidies for the vulnerable populations. Additionally, the government promises a more equitable and inclusive health system and financial protection, a move that invites citizens to feel entitled to healthcare access and welfare.

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