Why Kenya’s manufacturing sector requires structural transformation

Kenya’s industrial trajectory in the ensuing decades will depend on the decision between significant structural change and ongoing policy iteration.

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Kenya’s manufacturing sector exhibits concerning structural deficiencies that require immediate policy intervention.

The nation’s position at 115th on the UNIDO Industrial Competitiveness Index reflects deep-seated institutional and operational inefficiencies that demand reforms rather than iterative policy adjustments.

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