I often receive numerous requests from entrepreneurs seeking mentorship. To manage these effectively, the Founders’ Battlefield platform offers a structured way for entrepreneurs to connect and learn. Through recorded audio podcasts, live chats and stage events, masterclass training sessions, A Day with the Entrepreneur, and other activities, we aim to create a rich ecosystem for mentorship and growth. This collective effort, alongside other experienced founders, is designed to add significant value to the entrepreneurial landscape. Begin your journey with us: To participate actively please complete the attached poll

@foundersbattlle Founders’ Battlefield Podcast & Live Stage – Unfiltered Truths of Entrepreneurship - Episode 1 Coming up. Entrepreneurship is not merely about handshake deals and friendly partnerships—it is a battlefield of broken promises, questionable ethics, and unforeseen betrayals. In the Founders’ Battlefield podcast, we bring together four entrepreneurs in each episode to dissect the harsh realities that many founders face but rarely discuss. Research from Fukuyama (1995) highlights that trust is the foundation of economic success, yet countless businesses fail due to ethical breaches and eroded relationships. We will explore the unspoken truths of business, where trust is fragile, ethics are tested, and the hidden costs of deception extend far beyond financial loss. Our first episode, Low Trust & Questionable Ethics – The Hidden Cost of Broken Promises, will expose the darker side of business dealings. We will hear from founders who have been blindsided by those they once trusted, left to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of broken commitments. Granovetter’s (1985) work on embeddedness explains how social relationships shape economic behaviour, yet even the strongest networks can be fractured by betrayal. At the same time, we will attempt to piece together why, despite widespread low trust in business, some close-knit networks continue to operate with exceptionally high trust. Could our political ideologies, religious fanaticism, deep-rooted family ties, and cultural norms have contributed to this paradox? Have these factors strengthened internal trust within certain circles while simultaneously eroding trust on a larger scale? This podcast is not just about telling stories—it is about fostering meaningful conversations. With raw, unfiltered discussions, we invite you to listen, engage, and even share your own experiences. If you would like to participate as an active guest and are willing to share your journey in one of our upcoming episodes, as shown in the banner above, please fill in this questionnaire, and we will get in touch: Stay tuned for updates on each episode as we uncover the reality behind the polished façade of entrepreneurship. Founders’ Battlefield Podcast

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The phrase “Nothing in the English language begins with N and ends with G” can be interpreted as saying the word “Nothing” itself starts with “N” and ends with “G,” making the statement paradoxical and humorous.

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Ideally, all this data should be fed into an AI system, allowing AI to handle case law reviews and references with greater efficiency. AI has the potential to make legal work significantly easier by streamlining research, identifying relevant precedents, and providing accurate, well-referenced insights in a fraction of the time.

Today, the government owes over Ksh 206 billion in pending bills. A relief they will be paying . For many suppliers, this creates significant tax challenges. It’s nearly impossible to remain fully tax-compliant when owed such large sums. As a result, these suppliers often find themselves entangled in costly, lengthy disputes with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). KRA’s aggressive approach exacerbates the issue—freezing accounts and crippling businesses. Operations grind to a halt, and many otherwise economically viable enterprises are left unable to generate revenue. This cycle is shrinking the country’s base of productive enterprises and entrepreneurs. The political class, focused more on self-interest than nation-building, contributes to the erosion of the business landscape. Take @sevenseastech as an example: the company was owed Ksh 1.9 billion, while KRA claimed Ksh 1.2 billion in taxes. A five-year legal battle followed, which ended with an alternative dispute resolution settling at Ksh 289 million. Despite this resolution, the government has frozen Seven Seas’ accounts. A company that once employed 200 people is now down to just three employees. Who loses in this scenario? Everyone. A practical solution would be to offset pending government bills against outstanding tax liabilities, giving businesses like Seven Seas the breathing room to recover and operate. Over five years, a company like this could generate more revenue and pay significantly more in taxes—an estimated Ksh 500 million in Seven Seas’ case—if allowed to continue operations. Yet, the current system is riddled with contradictions. The government delays payments to suppliers while demanding tax compliance and even directs other private companies to remit taxes owed to a supplier directly to KRA. Isn’t this a glaring double standard? Implementing a simple intergovernmental agreement to reconcile pending bills and tax obligations could resolve this issue within a month. It’s time for KRA and other government entities to embrace practical solutions that revive businesses and drive economic growth. Add to that the unscrupulous banks double the interest on outstanding while lending money to the same government.

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