Policy Monitor Issue 15 No. 4 April-June 2023 on Unlocking Economic Potential of Arid and Semi-Arid Lands in Kenya

Abstract

The main articles in this Issue focus on: Recent economic developments and growth prospects; Enhancing access to basic education towards development of the arid and semi-arid lands; Maximizing the benefits of regional integration for trade and investment opportunities in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands; and enhancing participatory governance to promote inclusive development of arid and semi-arid regions in Kenya. The Policy Monitor highlights KIPPRA’s capacity building activities, including capacity building for counties on Nutrition, Public Policy Making Process (PPMP) and Creating Enabling Environment for Private Sector. The Institute also continued with building capacity for the policy clubs in universities. On engagement and networking, this Issue covers the 6th KIPPRA Annual Regional Conference; the 4th Kenya Think Tanks Symposia 2023; dissemination workshops for the Kenya Economic Report 2022; the effects of drought and floods on schooling; the role of water sanitation and hygiene in promoting health in Kenya; institutions and export performance and unlocking EAC export market potential.