Discover and read the best of Twitter Threads about #KeepKenyaMoving

@PhyllisWakiaga

KAM CEO @PhyllisWakiaga - The pandemic has led to a contraction of the global manufacturing output due to reduced consumer demand and global supply chain disruptions.

Global manufacturing output declined by 6.9% in Q1 2020 in comparison to Q4 2019 output.

#BuildingResilience

@PhyllisWakiaga

53% were operating below 50% production capacity during the COVID 19 period whilst 8% were operating below 50% production capacity before COVID 19 (KAM, KPMG Survey released in May 2020), highlighting the need for #BuildingResilience - KAM CEO @PhyllisWakiaga

@PhyllisWakiaga

To #KeepKenyaMoving manufacturers shifted focus to reducing costs & retaining jobs; repurposed production to manufacture PPEs; supported government initiatives to cushion Kenyans & supported communities through donations - KAM CEO @PhyllisWakiaga

#BuildingResilience

KAM

@maina_betty

KAM, led by CEO, @wakiaga_phyllis earlier this week accompanied CS @maina_betty on her two-day visit to industries and related institutions in Uasin Gishu and Elgeyo Marakwet counties.

📸 @IndustryKE

#KeepKenyaMoving

@maina_betty

The North Rift Region led by Chair, Bryan Cuthbert hosted
@maina_betty, @DrFrancisOwino and @ACAKenya Chair, @FloraMutahi in a committee meeting where they deliberated on current issues facing businesses and how to boost their productivity to enable them to #KeepKenyaMoving

@IndustryKE

@IndustryKE CS @maina_betty commended industry for their quick turn around and positive response to support their communities, the country and government during the #COVID19 crisis.

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KAM

The success of the local manufacturing sector is key in transforming the lives of Kenyans through job & wealth creation.

As we move to Industry 4.0, new innovations are now a necessity.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@SheffieldKenya

A KAM member under the Energy, Electricals & Electronics; & Metal Sectors, @SheffieldKenya demonstrates the impact of advanced innovations in their wide range of products and services.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@SheffieldKenya

The only company in Eastern Africa to have design engineers equipped with 2D, 3D and Auto CAD Skills, @SheffieldKenya also trains users of its products & services, besides providing maintenance services and original spare parts for their equipment.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Today, @KenyaCOVIDFund Chair, Ms Jane Karuku, Board Members, KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis, @KeEquityBank CEO @jmequity and Devki Group Chair, @GuruRavalDevki donated locally manufactured PPEs to Mathari National Teaching & Referral Hospital.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#BegaKwaBega

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Ms Jane Karuku, @KenyaCOVIDFund Chair, noted that the Board works on the principle of good governance - We've put in place structures to ensure there is transparency in the use funds meant to cushion vulnerable Kenyans from the impact of #COVID19.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#BegaKwaBega

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Our key focus so far has been on livelihoods and welfare. We have endeavoured to bring back jobs through #BuykenyaBuildKenya as well as protect our frontline medical personnel through the provision of PPEs - @KenyaCOVIDFund Chair, Ms Jane Karuku

#KeepKenyaMoving
#BegaKwaBega

KAM

@MucaiKunyiha

KAM Chair, @MucaiKunyiha on @ntvkenya - We are putting up an Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (EPR), to provide a platform for manufacturers to take back plastic, ensuring it does not go into the environment.

#TrashRightRecycleRight
#NewNormal

@MucaiKunyiha

KAM Chair, @MucaiKunyiha - The EPR organization shall create a value chain of waste collectors & recyclers as well as promote innovation in sustainable waste management in the country.

#TrashRightRecycleRight
#NewNormal

@MucaiKunyiha

KAM Chair, @MucaiKunyiha - Manufacturing has proven to be resilient. We have not had a shortage of essential supplies during the pandemic. We have kept supply chains moving. Different industries have, however, been impacted differently.

#TrashRightRecycleRight
#NewNormal

KAM

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Earlier today, @KenyaCOVIDFund Board Members, KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis & @KeEquityBank CEO Dr James Mwangi, donated PPEs to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, a #COVID19KE Isolation Centre in Nairobi.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@KeEquityBank

Dr James Mwangi, @KeEquityBank CEO, noted the importance of collaboration across all sectors - Working with stakeholders from industry, health & private sector has enabled us to achieve our goal to protect medical personnel in the fight against #COVID19KE

#KeepKenyaMoving

@KeEquityBank

Dr James Mwangi, @KeEquityBank CEO - Due to shocks caused by #COVID19KE we had to come up with our own solutions. Local manufacturers have stepped up to the task, & have ensured that we do not run out of supplies, through the provision of good quality PPEs.

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KAM

@MRM_Ltd

Local manufacturers are at work to #KeepKenyaMoving.

Today, KAM Vice-Chair, Rajan Shah, joined @MRM_Ltd for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Tigoni #COVID19 Isolation Centre.

The 104-bed capacity centre shall be an expansion of the existing facility in Tigoni, Kiambu County.

@The_Safal_Group

Anders Lindgren, @The_Safal_Group CEO - We fully support government's coordination with private sector to curb the spread of #COVID19KE. This is the 2nd isolation unit being constructed by @MRM_Ltd & we hope to support more counties in building more facilities.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM Vice-Chair, Rajan Shah - I acknowledge local manufacturers for their continued support. Their responsiveness, kindness, generosity & solidarity with Kenyans & government to ongoing efforts to flatten the curve has been truly remarkable.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@GudkaSachen

KAM, led by Chair, @GudkaSachen has today joined @BidcoGroup for the launch of their new product, #SunquicKE.

The launch was graced by @IndustryKE CS, @maina_betty

#KeepKenyaMoving

Sunquick is high-quality concentrate, enjoyed in more than 80 countries across the world. It is now proudly made in Kenya.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@GudkaSachen

KAM Chair @GudkaSachen - I congratulate @BidcoGroup on this great step & appeal to investors to look at this as an example of what we can do towards building our great nation. This is a stepping stone to increased markets, demand & supply that we all desire.

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KAM

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Early today, KAM joined @KenyaCOVIDFund and @KeEquityBank for a visit to Bedi Investments Ltd. To #KeepKenyaMoving, the company repurposed its production to manufacture PPEs. This has seen the company support the community through the creation of over 300 new jobs.

The resilience demonstrated by Kenyans, and local industries to #KeepKenyaMoving, is a testament to our ability to withstand a crisis - KAM CEO, @wakiaga_phyllis

Members in the region continue to partner with county governments and agencies to support the community. This has seen stakeholders in the region unite to meet the needs of the country during this time - KAM South Rift Regional Chair, Ms Peris Mbuthia

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@MucaiKunyiha

KAM Vice-Chair @MucaiKunyiha and Lower Eastern Chapter Chair, Olivier Lavaux have today joined @IndustryKE CS @maina_betty for the launch of Sunda Industries Limited's (Softcare Brands) 5th production line for baby diaper pants.

#KeepKenyaMoving

Based in Machakos County, Sunda Industries is a member of the Association under the Chemical & Allied Sector. They specialize in sanitary products, including diapers, sanitary towels, washing powder and toothpaste.

#KeepKenyaMoving

Sunda Industries MD, Micheal Yeiwei noted that Kenya has welcomed their investment - Our main goal is to create jobs. Localization & products diversification has enabled us to access local markets. As our company grows, we hope to start exporting to the region.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@IndustryKE

Earlier today, @IndustryKE CS @maina_betty visited Skanem Interlabels and Chrome Partners Ltd, members of KAM under the Paper and Board Sector.

#KeepKenyaMoving

Skanem Interlabels is an ISO - certified labelling solutions provider, based in Mombasa Road. Their labels help brands look beautiful, stay secure and share information whilst ensuring the company produces sustainably.

#KeepKenyaMoving

Chrome Partners is a joint venture of several of Kenya's oldest, best-known and leading printing companies. It offers a wide range of high-quality commercial, packaging, digital and large format print products and services both locally and in the region.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

This morning, we hosted our 59th Annual General Meeting

#KAMAGM2020

@GudkaSachen

Speaking shortly after the #KAMAGM2020, KAM Chair @GudkaSachen celebrated the tenacity of KAM and its members to support the country during this pandemic

#KeepKenyaMoving

@GudkaSachen

As we navigate this precarious period, I would like to celebrate you, our Members, for your responsiveness, kindness and solidarity with the Citizens & the Government, to ease the pressure that has been felt in recent months - KAM Chair @GudkaSachen

#KAMAGM2020
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KAM

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Earlier today, KAM CEO joined @KenyaCOVIDFund Board Chair Jane Karuku and @KeEquityBank Dr James Mwangi at @fargocourierke to flag off locally manufactured Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) for frontline medical personnel across the country.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@KeEquityBank

Dr James Mwangi, @KeEquityBank MD - Local manufacturers have demonstrated their capacity to ensure constant, reliable production & delivery of PPEs. @fargocourierke shall ensure quality verification & guarantee their delivery to hospitals across the country.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Jane Karuku, @KenyaCOVIDFund Board Chair - We have a corporate governance structure that ensures efficiency & transparency. So far, we have raised KSh 1.1 bn to acquire PPEs for frontline medical personnel across the country.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@GudkaSachen

KAM Leadership, led by Chair @GudkaSachen has today engaged @NMS_Kenya Director, Major General Mohammed Badi on county policy & regulations to nurture businesses within the Nairobi Metropolitan Area.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@NMS_Kenya

Speaking during the meeting, @NMS_Kenya DG Maj. Gen. Badi noted - Industry is a key pillar in development. I look forward to working with manufacturers to develop policies that promote the ease of doing business in Nairobi.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@GudkaSachen

KAM Chair @GudkaSachen - Working together shall ensure that we find amicable solutions to the challenges facing manufacturers in Nairobi. This will enable us to have systems that work for both government and industry as we seek to grow the manufacturing sector.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@KenyaCOVIDFund

Earlier today, KAM joined @KenyaCOVIDFund team at a visit to Kitui County Textile Center (KIKOTEC) and Shona EPZ Ltd. Industry's innovations are a clear demonstration of our capacity to develop high-quality products for local & international markets.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#KAMCares

KIKOTEC, located in Kitui County, is one of the first fully-fledged county-owned manufacturing facility. The industry has employed young men and women and is keen on enhancing their skills through training.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#KAMCares

@KituiCountyGovt

The government has a critical role in supporting the community. KIKOTEC provides @KituiCountyGovt with an opportunity to realize this through job creation - Kitui County Governor @mamangilu

KAM

Local manufacturers have continued to innovate to #KeepKenyaMoving. This includes the manufacturer of high-quality Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) in line with global and national standards.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#KAMCares

@CovidFund

We have today visited TexPlast Limited, Manchester Outfitters Limited and Alpha Knits Limited in support of @CovidFund initiatives. The manufacturers have repurposed their production lines to produce high-quality PPEs.

#KAMCares
#KeepKenyaMoving

In addition to the manufacture of PPEs, TexPlast Limited, based in Kikuyu is also manufacturing raw materials used to produce protective gear. TexPlast is also keen on realizing Kenya's circular economy. They recycle plastic waste to make gunny bags.

#KeepKenyaMoving
#KAMCares

KAM

@MakeItKenya

This afternoon, @MakeItKenya CEO @wmarube paid a courtesy call to KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis

The meeting focused on how to enhance market access by promoting and diversifying regional and international market access for local industry.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@MakeItKenya

Local manufacturers are critical in enabling us to achieve our mandate of export promotion & national branding. We shall this partnership to enable Kenya access previously unchartered markets in the region - @MakeItKenya CEO @wmarube

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@MakeItKenya

KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis - Our long-standing partnership with @MakeItKenya has seen us work together to promote SME development, sustainability & resilience of the industry, provide market linkages and export promotion.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@MoICTKenya

KAM has this morning met @MoICTKenya PS @Jkorir_Youth , Secretary @rochieng , @YouthFund_Ke Ag, CEO Benson Muthendi & @NYC_YouthVoice CEO @RoySasaka.

The meeting focused on areas of partnership to promote the youth's participation in the country's development.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis - KAM works with government to develop policies that drive industrial growth in the country. This is an opportunity for us to involve the youth in our programmes, including #KAMSMEHub, Manufacturing Academy & Skills Development.

#KeepKenyaMoving

@MoICTKenya

We engage the youth on jobs, entrepreneurship & talent development in order to increase their participation and inclusion in the country's growth. We give them a platform to be involved in Kenya's economy and governance - @MoICTKenya PS @Jkorir_Youth

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

@AKUMediaFutures

On adapting to the pandemic, KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis speaking during the @AKUMediaFutures Webinar, notes that manufacturers have had to be innovative in order to adapt to the changes brought about by #COVID19KE.

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis - Manufacturers had to swiftly shift their focus from increasing profitability, revenue and domestic market share pre-Covid to currently reducing costs, retaining jobs, and improving cash flow.

#KeepKenyaMoving

In spite of rising costs, most manufacturers have not been able to adjust their prices accordingly. This is attributed to a moral obligation to be very supportive of our country as we all work together to overcome the current crisis KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM

KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis - Industry has been the cornerstone of Kenya’s development since before independence. We have achieved this by playing a central role in building and upholding our society.

#KeepKenyaMoving

The pandemic has affected our Members. Last month, we launched a report that highlights challenges, how manufacturers are adapting, perceptions on government's economic measures & proposals to address t challenges - KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis - From our survey, manufacturers' top priority is job retention and costs reduction, with majority having adhered to guidelines and protocols put in place to curb the spread of #COVID19KE.

#KeepKenyaMoving

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@GudkaSachen

Yesterday, KAM Chair @GudkaSachen KAM CEO @wakiaga_phyllis and @KEPSA_KENYA DCEO @MCheruto1 met with Ministry of Labour and Social Protection CS @CsChelugui to discuss initiatives to mitigate the effects of #COVID19 and recovery strategies

#KeepKenyaMoving

KAM Chair highlighted, 'The Government should prioritize reopening the economy to mitigate and reduce the economic impact of COVID-19 with the necessary safety protocols of operation put in place. '

#KeepKenyaMoving

@CsChelugui

This Ministry is at the forefront of developing and implementing initiatives whose main aim has been to protect jobs and businesses and develop strategies to accelerate recovery of those affected - Ministry of Labour and Social Protection @CsChelugui

#KeepKenyaMoving