NJIRI BERNARD (@bnjiri) 's Twitter Profile
NJIRI BERNARD

@bnjiri

A Senior Research Analyst at IPF / Master of Economics /PhD Candidate / Research interests in the area of monetary and macro in emerging and frontier economies.

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We recently brought journalists into a critical conversation on Kenya’s public finance landscape through the dissemination of three timely reports: “Is Minimum Tax Still a Viable Option for Kenya?”, the State of Debt Transparency in Kenya and Strengthening Debt Accountability🧵

We recently brought journalists into a critical conversation on Kenya’s public finance landscape through the dissemination of three timely reports: “Is Minimum Tax Still a Viable Option for Kenya?”, the State of Debt Transparency in Kenya and Strengthening Debt Accountability🧵
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In the Nation today: — Pesa Print Ltd, the company set to win a KES 45 billion National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) contract to roll out chip-embedded driving licences, is backed by individuals with strong political ties to President William Ruto. — Among its

In the Nation today: 

— Pesa Print Ltd, the company set to win a KES 45 billion National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) contract to roll out chip-embedded driving licences, is backed by individuals with strong political ties to President William Ruto.
— Among its
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Bernard Njiri who is an adept economist with great experience in macroeconomic analysis, public finance, debt sustainability, and economic policy dialogue.

Bernard Njiri who is an adept economist with great experience in macroeconomic analysis, public finance, debt sustainability, and economic policy dialogue.
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📢 Side event at the AfCoDD 📆 28th Aug 2025 ⏰ 1600-1730 GMT 🗣️ The panel will explore practical policy options for stronger debt governance , inclusive fiscal solutions that can transform Africa’s financial architecture. 🔗 Follow this conversation| Details on next post⤵️

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In August, we published the: 🆕Mid-Year Diagnostic of Kenya’s Crossroads in 2025 ⚠️There is slow economic growth & low confidence among citizens facing fiscal stress & policy uncertainty causing high cost of living & reduced disposable income. 👇 🔗shorturl.at/I8VgT

In August, we published the:
🆕Mid-Year Diagnostic of Kenya’s Crossroads in 2025

⚠️There is slow economic growth & low confidence among citizens facing fiscal stress & policy uncertainty causing high cost of living  & reduced disposable income.

👇
🔗shorturl.at/I8VgT
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Happy New Week! Ruto @ 3 🕒 Three years into his presidency, Kenyans are asking tough questions: 💰 Economy & Cost of Living – Have livelihoods improved or worsened? 🏛️ Governance & Leadership – Is delivery matching promises? 🗣️ Civic Freedoms & Democracy – Are our rights being

Happy New Week! 
Ruto @ 3 🕒
Three years into his presidency, Kenyans are asking tough questions:

💰 Economy & Cost of Living – Have livelihoods improved or worsened?
🏛️ Governance & Leadership – Is delivery matching promises?
🗣️ Civic Freedoms & Democracy – Are our rights being
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🆕 We looked at the pros and cons of the privatization of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Kenya. 🟢 When done right, it can grow fiscal space, enhance operational efficiency, and enable the development of financial markets. ⤵️ 🔗 ipfglobal.or.ke/wp-content/upl…

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💬 Is the economy on the right trajectory? 🎤 Join this conversation 📢 SAVE THE DATE! 🗓️ October 7th, 2025 ⏰ 7am to 9am 📻 Radio Generation Radio Generation 🎤 Engaging conversation with NJIRI BERNARD x martin kabaya x CHARLES T MUGA x Paul Mung'ala Mbuvi 🗨️ #ThePeoplesBreakfast

💬 Is the economy on the right trajectory? 

🎤 Join this conversation

📢 SAVE THE DATE!
🗓️ October 7th, 2025
⏰ 7am to 9am 
📻 Radio Generation <a href="/RadioGenKe/">Radio Generation</a>

🎤 Engaging conversation with  <a href="/BNJIRI/">NJIRI BERNARD</a> x <a href="/martinkabaya1/">martin kabaya</a> x <a href="/ctmuga/">CHARLES T MUGA</a> x <a href="/mungalambuvi/">Paul Mung'ala Mbuvi</a>

🗨️ #ThePeoplesBreakfast
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🔴 Today, Kenyans have diminished optimism regarding the economy. 💰 What investments should the government of Kenya prioritize to restore confidence in the economy? 🔵 Listen to the IPFs Economist as he provides expert insights. Paul Mung'ala Mbuvi x NJIRI BERNARD x Radio Generation

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There's a very interesting petition before the High Court. Dr. Magare Gikenyi is challenging Sec56(1) of the Tax Procedures Act & the fact that by law, the burden of proof is placed on the taxpayer. In essence, Dr. Gikenyi is challenging the fact that KRA assessments are

There's a very interesting petition before the High Court.

Dr. Magare Gikenyi is challenging Sec56(1) of the Tax Procedures Act &amp; the fact that by law, the burden of proof is placed on the taxpayer.

In essence, Dr. Gikenyi is challenging the fact that KRA assessments are
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In 2026, key issues to monitor include the privatization agenda, debt securitization, operationalization of zero-based budgeting, government funding for social health insurance funds.  #MFAS2026

In 2026, key issues to monitor include the privatization agenda, debt securitization, operationalization of zero-based budgeting, government funding for social health insurance funds. 
#MFAS2026
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Have you seen the Macro Fiscal Analytic Snapshot (MFAS) 2026? #MFAS2026 🆕 Access the report from our website ↘️↘️ ipfglobal.or.ke/wp-content/upl…

Have you seen the Macro Fiscal Analytic Snapshot (MFAS) 2026? #MFAS2026

🆕 Access the report from our website ↘️↘️ 

ipfglobal.or.ke/wp-content/upl…
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"Budgets are the most concrete expression of policy intent. Yet budgets only matter if they are credible, implemented as approved, and translated into services." 🗣️ FCPA Dr Margaret Nyakang'o CBS Controller of Budget #MFAS2026

"Budgets are the most concrete expression of policy intent. Yet budgets only matter if they are credible, implemented as approved, and translated into services."

🗣️ FCPA Dr Margaret Nyakang'o CBS <a href="/CoB_Kenya/">Controller of Budget</a> 

#MFAS2026
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🔵 Press release on Kenya's Macro Fiscal Analytic Snapshot (MFAS) 2026 📍Nairobi, Kenya 📣 For Immediate Release ↘️↘️↘️ ipfglobal.or.ke/press-release-…

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🚨 Event Alert! 📌 The Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) at The National Treasury is disseminating the 2024/2025 Annual Public Debt Management Report. 📺 You can follow this event live on our YouTube channel

🚨 Event Alert!

📌 The Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) at The National Treasury is disseminating the 2024/2025 Annual Public Debt Management Report.

📺 You can follow this event live on our YouTube channel
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📣 Happening today! Register for this webinar on domestic debt and it's implications on fiscal consolidation for African nations. Our expert NJIRI BERNARD will join a panel convened by AFRODAD

📣 Happening today!

Register for this webinar on domestic debt and it's implications on fiscal consolidation for African nations.

Our expert <a href="/BNJIRI/">NJIRI BERNARD</a> will join a panel convened by <a href="/AFRODAD2011/">AFRODAD</a>
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🔵 | Webinar on Facility Improvement Financing (FIF) Act of 2023 💬 With a strong legal backing, health facilities are now generating and retaining revenue; leading to facility upgrades, better equipment, and improved service delivery. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

🔵 | Webinar on Facility Improvement Financing (FIF) Act of 2023 

💬 With a strong legal backing, health facilities are now generating and retaining revenue; leading to facility upgrades, better equipment, and improved service delivery.

Register here:
 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
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Can we budget for "care"? 🇰🇪 Unpaid care work is the heartbeat of our homes, yet invisible in our budgets. Join Bajeti Hub & PRB today at 3PM EAT to discuss why Program-Based Budgeting isn't enough. Insights from FAITH ANN, Treasury & PRB. 🔗👉 surl.li/aqpupf

Can we budget for "care"? 🇰🇪

Unpaid care work is the heartbeat of our homes, yet invisible in our budgets. Join <a href="/bajeti_hub/">Bajeti Hub</a> &amp; <a href="/PRBdata/">PRB</a> today at 3PM EAT to discuss why Program-Based Budgeting isn't enough.

Insights from <a href="/faithanne_k/">FAITH ANN</a>, Treasury &amp; PRB.

🔗👉 surl.li/aqpupf