The document discusses Kenya's draft cluster policy and efforts to develop industry clusters. It provides context on clusters and their economic benefits. Key points include:
- Kenya recognizes clusters as important for competitiveness and has selected 20 priority clusters for development, creating action plans for 6.
- The policy aims to spur workforce and skills development, increase exports, improve productivity and competitiveness.
- Implementation has begun for the inland fisheries, beef and cashew clusters, with facilitator training.
- Challenges include funding, private sector participation, and mainstreaming clusters in ministry plans. Vision 2030 also supports developing special economic clusters.
- Justification for the policy is that clusters help identify market failures
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of a cluster facilitator for the Kisumu garment making cluster in Kenya. It outlines that a cluster facilitator should have knowledge of the cluster's industry and network, act neutrally to promote collaboration between members, and facilitate technical and legal support. The facilitator also coordinates partnerships, promotes international networking, helps members access funding, and motivates cooperation to increase competitiveness. The document then provides an overview of trained cluster facilitators in Kisumu who can take on the facilitator role.
Innovative methods in architectural educationKenny Joy
This document summarizes an innovative approach to architectural education presented by Ar. Kenny P. Joy. It begins with Joy's background and credentials. It then discusses some limitations of conventional teaching methods, emphasizing lecture-based learning and a lack of practical application. The new approach focuses on hands-on workshops, collaborative learning between academics and practitioners, and studio-based learning that integrates various subject areas into design projects. It aims to teach students the design process rather than just the product. Key aspects include theme-based studios, multi-stage design studies, and evaluating the design process over just the final output. The goal is to stimulate curiosity and allow students to learn through their own choices and mistakes.
This document provides an overview of cluster development as an alternative to conventional subdivision development. It discusses how cluster development groups residential properties closer together to utilize the rest of the land for open space. The purposes of cluster development include creating more open space, encouraging integrated site design, and protecting environmentally sensitive areas. Benefits include more preserved land, better stormwater management, and making more ecological and economic sense compared to conventional subdivisions. The document defines various cluster development terminology and discusses planning guidelines and articles related to cluster development.
Draft Kenyan Policy On Clusters 27 06 12.pptxVictor Mageto
The document outlines Kenya's draft policy on industry clusters. It discusses the concept of clusters and definitions of clusters. It also analyzes Kenya's situation regarding clusters, including a study that identified 20 priority clusters and developed participatory action plans for 6 clusters. The objectives of Kenya's cluster policy are to spur workforce development, increase exports, improve productivity and competitiveness, and create comparative advantage. The policy is justified to improve Kenya's competitiveness as clusters are seen as drivers of innovation. Challenges to implementing cluster policies include capacity building, funding, and mainstreaming clusters in government.
Science and Technology Role in Accelerated Socio-economic achievement of visi...The Scinnovent Centre
1. The document discusses the role of science, technology, and innovation (ST&I) in achieving Kenya's Vision 2030 goals of sustained economic growth, social development, and a democratic political system.
2. ST&I is recognized as a key enabler of competitiveness, and agricultural science and technology is seen as important for accelerating progress on Vision 2030.
3. However, Kenya faces challenges like increasing population putting stress on resources, and needs to strengthen ST&I to address issues of low productivity and diversify its economy.
PAEPARD: brokerage, capacity building, communication, funding & impact
Session 5: The Power of Networks – Strategies for external communication and science-based outreach
Presentation prepared for the Workshop on Upscaling Private Sector Participation and Science-based Outreach in West Africa
Accra, Thursday 23 June 2022
This document provides a summary of a study on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices of Dutch investors in the agribusiness sector in five African countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, and South Africa. The summary includes:
1) Dutch agribusiness investments were categorized into four main business models: intensive export-oriented horticulture; export/domestic market oriented out-grower schemes; intensive domestic niche markets; and supplies and services.
2) CSR performance varied across different business types, from mainstream businesses with no explicit CSR focus, to social entrepreneurs prioritizing local development. The main drivers of CSR included government policy and regulations, market certification standards, and financing
Best Bilingual Emcee Hosted the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar wit...Sharlyn Lim
Welcome to emceeservices.com, your ultimate destination for professional emcee services in Singapore, brought to you by the talented bilingual emcee, Sharlyn. In this comprehensive blog post, we'll take a deep dive into the key highlights and insightful moments of the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar, expertly hosted by Emcee Sharlyn. Join us on this journey as we unravel the intricacies of the dairy industry extravaganza and explore the valuable insights shared by industry experts.
In this blog post, we've unveiled the insights and key moments from the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar hosted by Emcee Sharlyn. From discussions on hedging and innovation to panels on risk management and sustainable agriculture, this event showcased the diversity and complexity of the dairy industry. As we wrap up, we express gratitude to the sponsors, participants, and Emcee Sharlyn for making this seminar a success. Stay tuned for future editions as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of the dairy industry. Emceeservices.com, your trusted source for professional emcee services in Singapore, will keep you informed and entertained with the latest industry updates.
Read more here: https://emceeservices.com/best-bilingual-emcee-hosted-sgx-nzx-global-dairy/
Contact Us
Sharlyn Lim - Professional Emcee in Singapore
Contact: 91807902 and www.emceeservices.com
Watch all of Emcee Sharlyn hosting events at https://www.youtube.com/@SingaporeEmceeSharlyn
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of a cluster facilitator for the Kisumu garment making cluster in Kenya. It outlines that a cluster facilitator should have knowledge of the cluster's industry and network, act neutrally to promote collaboration between members, and facilitate technical and legal support. The facilitator also coordinates partnerships, promotes international networking, helps members access funding, and motivates cooperation to increase competitiveness. The document then provides an overview of trained cluster facilitators in Kisumu who can take on the facilitator role.
Innovative methods in architectural educationKenny Joy
This document summarizes an innovative approach to architectural education presented by Ar. Kenny P. Joy. It begins with Joy's background and credentials. It then discusses some limitations of conventional teaching methods, emphasizing lecture-based learning and a lack of practical application. The new approach focuses on hands-on workshops, collaborative learning between academics and practitioners, and studio-based learning that integrates various subject areas into design projects. It aims to teach students the design process rather than just the product. Key aspects include theme-based studios, multi-stage design studies, and evaluating the design process over just the final output. The goal is to stimulate curiosity and allow students to learn through their own choices and mistakes.
This document provides an overview of cluster development as an alternative to conventional subdivision development. It discusses how cluster development groups residential properties closer together to utilize the rest of the land for open space. The purposes of cluster development include creating more open space, encouraging integrated site design, and protecting environmentally sensitive areas. Benefits include more preserved land, better stormwater management, and making more ecological and economic sense compared to conventional subdivisions. The document defines various cluster development terminology and discusses planning guidelines and articles related to cluster development.
Draft Kenyan Policy On Clusters 27 06 12.pptxVictor Mageto
The document outlines Kenya's draft policy on industry clusters. It discusses the concept of clusters and definitions of clusters. It also analyzes Kenya's situation regarding clusters, including a study that identified 20 priority clusters and developed participatory action plans for 6 clusters. The objectives of Kenya's cluster policy are to spur workforce development, increase exports, improve productivity and competitiveness, and create comparative advantage. The policy is justified to improve Kenya's competitiveness as clusters are seen as drivers of innovation. Challenges to implementing cluster policies include capacity building, funding, and mainstreaming clusters in government.
Science and Technology Role in Accelerated Socio-economic achievement of visi...The Scinnovent Centre
1. The document discusses the role of science, technology, and innovation (ST&I) in achieving Kenya's Vision 2030 goals of sustained economic growth, social development, and a democratic political system.
2. ST&I is recognized as a key enabler of competitiveness, and agricultural science and technology is seen as important for accelerating progress on Vision 2030.
3. However, Kenya faces challenges like increasing population putting stress on resources, and needs to strengthen ST&I to address issues of low productivity and diversify its economy.
PAEPARD: brokerage, capacity building, communication, funding & impact
Session 5: The Power of Networks – Strategies for external communication and science-based outreach
Presentation prepared for the Workshop on Upscaling Private Sector Participation and Science-based Outreach in West Africa
Accra, Thursday 23 June 2022
This document provides a summary of a study on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices of Dutch investors in the agribusiness sector in five African countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, and South Africa. The summary includes:
1) Dutch agribusiness investments were categorized into four main business models: intensive export-oriented horticulture; export/domestic market oriented out-grower schemes; intensive domestic niche markets; and supplies and services.
2) CSR performance varied across different business types, from mainstream businesses with no explicit CSR focus, to social entrepreneurs prioritizing local development. The main drivers of CSR included government policy and regulations, market certification standards, and financing
Best Bilingual Emcee Hosted the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar wit...Sharlyn Lim
Welcome to emceeservices.com, your ultimate destination for professional emcee services in Singapore, brought to you by the talented bilingual emcee, Sharlyn. In this comprehensive blog post, we'll take a deep dive into the key highlights and insightful moments of the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar, expertly hosted by Emcee Sharlyn. Join us on this journey as we unravel the intricacies of the dairy industry extravaganza and explore the valuable insights shared by industry experts.
In this blog post, we've unveiled the insights and key moments from the 10th Annual SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar hosted by Emcee Sharlyn. From discussions on hedging and innovation to panels on risk management and sustainable agriculture, this event showcased the diversity and complexity of the dairy industry. As we wrap up, we express gratitude to the sponsors, participants, and Emcee Sharlyn for making this seminar a success. Stay tuned for future editions as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of the dairy industry. Emceeservices.com, your trusted source for professional emcee services in Singapore, will keep you informed and entertained with the latest industry updates.
Read more here: https://emceeservices.com/best-bilingual-emcee-hosted-sgx-nzx-global-dairy/
Contact Us
Sharlyn Lim - Professional Emcee in Singapore
Contact: 91807902 and www.emceeservices.com
Watch all of Emcee Sharlyn hosting events at https://www.youtube.com/@SingaporeEmceeSharlyn
Papua New Guinea Agritourism Policy Setting Workshop 2019
Policy setting for Improved Linkages Between Agriculture, Trade and Tourism:
Strengthening the Local Agrifood Sector and Promoting Healthy Food in Agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Papua New Guinea
in collaboration with and Pacific Community, CTA, PIPSO, IFAD and SPTO
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, 27-28th May 2019.
The UN SDG Partnership Platform presentation IN Kenya at the 2nd Paraclete He...Emmanuel Mosoti Machani
Primarily to:
1. Foster joint advocacy and policy dialogue;
2. Identify and broker large, transformative scale PPPs aligned to SDGs;
3. Raise required investments for these PPPs though a diversity of financing instruments and capital flow redirections; and
4. Facilitate M & E, learning and research for policy and and SDG impact assessment.
The flagship SDG 3 Primary Healthcare Accelerator was presented to Kenya at the 2nd HSDPF to ramp up Primary healthcare PPPs, partnerships and accelerate uptake in PHC technologies.
K-REP Development Agency has extensive experience financing agricultural value chains in East Africa. They have undertaken several projects financing dairy, honey, poultry, and livestock value chains. An integrated value chain approach has broader impact and benefits farmers. Key factors for successful value chain financing include: having in-depth knowledge of the target chain's structure and dynamics; working with dependable partners across the chain; clearly defining each partner's roles; and selecting enterprises with a strong business case and competitive advantage. Challenges include subsistence farming approaches, covariant risks, and inadequate infrastructure. Opportunities lie in utilizing ICT, improving infrastructure, and building synergies with devolved government systems in Kenya.
This presentation describes the key findings from the OECD investment policy review of Mauritius and how the Mauritius government is implementing the policy reforms suggested in the review.
Nirmala Jeetah of the Mauritius Board of Investment presented and discussed the Mauritian experience of using the Policy Framework for Investment (PFI) to assess its investment climate with SADC member states in Pretoria on 4 July 2014 at the 2nd meeting of the Task Force on updating the PFI.
Find out more about the investment policy review of Mauritius and the Policy Framework for Investment at http://www.oecd.org/daf/inv/investment-policy/mauritius-investment-policy.htm and http://www.oecd.org/investment/pfi.htm
Policy Setting for Improved Linkages Between Agriculture, Trade and Tourism: Strengthening the Local Agrifood sector and Promoting Healthy Food in Agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Tuvalu
In collaboration with and Pacific Community, CTA, PIPSO and SPTO.
Funafuti, Tuvalu, 7 & 10 September 2018
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers from several African countries.
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers.
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers from several African countries.
The document outlines a creative industries strategy for 2014-2019 in Scotland's Highlands and Islands region. The strategy's vision is to establish a vibrant, sustainable creative economy by building on the region's remote communities and global connections. It proposes several objectives and interventions to achieve this vision, including developing talent, providing business support, and increasing international engagement.
Potential Synergies between CAADP National Investment Planning and Farming Sy...FMNR Hub
1) The document discusses potential synergies between the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) National Investment Plans and a Farming Systems approach.
2) It identifies opportunities for Farming Systems information to strengthen CAADP by mainstreaming land management in investment plans and identifies gaps in current implementation.
3) A Farming Systems framework could complement commodity-based value chain targeting in CAADP plans by providing a more nuanced understanding of agricultural production systems and the relationships between farming and non-farm activities.
Executive Summary - UNIDO Annual Report 2013Sarah Martin
The UNIDO Annual Report 2013 provides an overview of the organization's activities and accomplishments in 2013. Key points include:
- The UNIDO General Conference was held in Lima, Peru in December 2013, where member states adopted the Lima Declaration supporting UNIDO's role in the post-2015 development agenda.
- UNIDO's activities focused on promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development, supporting job creation especially for youth and women, and assisting least developed countries and small island developing states.
- UNIDO strengthened partnerships with governments, the private sector, academia, and other international organizations to achieve its goals. Regional offices provided specialized support for countries in Africa, the Arab region, Asia,
The document discusses the context and strategies around PhytoTrade Africa's work in sustainable trade of goods derived from biodiversity. It provides background on international agreements like the Convention on Biological Diversity and Nagoya Protocol. PhytoTrade Africa aims to expand its model of supporting SMEs and communities in southern Africa to other regions to develop biodiversity-based value chains. Its strategies include a two-phase expansion plan to establish networks in East and West Africa and leverage funding programs in South Africa to support industrial development and link to national biodiversity programs.
Victor Manavhela presented on developing a national industrial symbiosis program in South Africa. The presentation outlined that a national program would require establishing a steering committee of key stakeholders including government departments and industry representatives to provide guidance. It would also require addressing key questions around the potential economic and environmental benefits of industrial symbiosis in South Africa, and how to create an enabling policy environment. The proposed way forward included a scoping study, development of a strategy led by the National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa in partnership with industry, and eventual implementation of the program nationally.
Oil Exploration Policies, Production and Revenue Sharing and its Impact on Co...ijtsrd
This study was carried out in order to ascertain how the policies on exploration, production and revenue sharing can be of significant value as far as corporate social responsibility social investments is concerned in the Albertine GrabenUganda.The study concentrated both on primary and secondary data. The primary survey was critical component of the study as it would yield crucial data on how the policies on exploration, production and revenue sharing can be of significant value as far as corporate social responsibility social investments is concerned in the Albertine GrabenUganda. Respondents , and officials from the ministry of lands zonal office, Officials from international oil companies, Local government officials, Political religious leaders, Local council members, Bunyoro kingdom officials and Community members. The study was conducted in four districts on Hoima, Buliisa Kikuube, and Kakumiro in the Albertine Graben region where a sample of 158 respondents was selected from these districts. Districts were selected using judgmental sampling and 158 respondents were selected using simple random and purposive sampling. Parameters on the basis of which research questions were formed to investigate the new laws related to extraction rights and social safeguards are affecting socioeconomic well being of communities in the Albertine Graben. Ivan Lwanyaga | Ricardo Saaverdra | Charles Edaku "Oil Exploration Policies, Production and Revenue Sharing and its Impact on Corporate Social Responsibility in the Albertine Grabenuganda" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-6 , October 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd52051.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/52051/oil-exploration-policies-production-and-revenue-sharing-and-its-impact-on-corporate-social-responsibility-in-the-albertine-grabenuganda/ivan-lwanyaga
Political economy of agricultural policy processes in Africa with a focus on ...futureagricultures
Presentation by Colin Poulton at the event "The Political Economy of Agricultural Policy Processes in Africa", September 2014.
http://www.future-agricultures.org/events/the-political-economy-of-agricultural-policy-processes-in-africa
Presentation by Dr Olu Ajayi from CTA, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
Paroma Community Empowerment for Enterprise Development report 2015FRANCIS BUKENYA
Paroma Enterprises Limited Uganda incorporated as a limited company by share later adopted several nonprofit projects under Paroma CEED/Community Empowerment for Enterprise Development and for the last 5 years have been promoting practical entrepreneurship skills to emerging, potential and existing entrepreneurs whereby through their services over 50,000 people youth inclusive have benefited with their services. But according to our research amongst urban youth, jobs, unemployment levels and school drop outs of young people between the age of 15-32 years; over 70% of graduates do not have jobs, 80% of unskilled youth are unemployed but willing to start up something if they can get practical entrepreneurship skills and at most 2 out of 5 business started by urban unskilled youth did not survive the first 5 years in operation due to lack of proper business plans, entrepreneurship training before they were started.
The youth is a critical segment in the society especially in urban setting and yet they are not central in social economic agenda. They form 70% of the Uganda populace and majority of who are out of school and unemployed. Hence the need for Rural-Urban Wealth Creation project that will address Entrepreneurship Development, Customer care, Entrepreneurial Competencies, Entrepreneurship process, Legal Issues in Business, Formulating Business Plan, industrial skills, agricultural skills, resources utilization, modern & general trade, international trade, branding, sales & marketing.
We therefore decided to carry out the Wealth Creation Project through Agriculture, Value addition, Innovation and Export promotion 2015-2020 project.
The document summarizes the progress made by the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) in implementing resolutions from its 5th General Assembly in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. It discusses actions taken to address resolutions on investing in agricultural innovation, knowledge centers and networks, and resilience of African agricultural trade. It also outlines FARA's journey over time, a joint external review, and plans to develop a Science Agenda for Agriculture in Africa to guide future work.
5th LF Energy Power Grid Model Meet-up SlidesDanBrown980551
5th Power Grid Model Meet-up
It is with great pleasure that we extend to you an invitation to the 5th Power Grid Model Meet-up, scheduled for 6th June 2024. This event will adopt a hybrid format, allowing participants to join us either through an online Mircosoft Teams session or in person at TU/e located at Den Dolech 2, Eindhoven, Netherlands. The meet-up will be hosted by Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), a research university specializing in engineering science & technology.
Power Grid Model
The global energy transition is placing new and unprecedented demands on Distribution System Operators (DSOs). Alongside upgrades to grid capacity, processes such as digitization, capacity optimization, and congestion management are becoming vital for delivering reliable services.
Power Grid Model is an open source project from Linux Foundation Energy and provides a calculation engine that is increasingly essential for DSOs. It offers a standards-based foundation enabling real-time power systems analysis, simulations of electrical power grids, and sophisticated what-if analysis. In addition, it enables in-depth studies and analysis of the electrical power grid’s behavior and performance. This comprehensive model incorporates essential factors such as power generation capacity, electrical losses, voltage levels, power flows, and system stability.
Power Grid Model is currently being applied in a wide variety of use cases, including grid planning, expansion, reliability, and congestion studies. It can also help in analyzing the impact of renewable energy integration, assessing the effects of disturbances or faults, and developing strategies for grid control and optimization.
What to expect
For the upcoming meetup we are organizing, we have an exciting lineup of activities planned:
-Insightful presentations covering two practical applications of the Power Grid Model.
-An update on the latest advancements in Power Grid -Model technology during the first and second quarters of 2024.
-An interactive brainstorming session to discuss and propose new feature requests.
-An opportunity to connect with fellow Power Grid Model enthusiasts and users.
Papua New Guinea Agritourism Policy Setting Workshop 2019
Policy setting for Improved Linkages Between Agriculture, Trade and Tourism:
Strengthening the Local Agrifood Sector and Promoting Healthy Food in Agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Papua New Guinea
in collaboration with and Pacific Community, CTA, PIPSO, IFAD and SPTO
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, 27-28th May 2019.
The UN SDG Partnership Platform presentation IN Kenya at the 2nd Paraclete He...Emmanuel Mosoti Machani
Primarily to:
1. Foster joint advocacy and policy dialogue;
2. Identify and broker large, transformative scale PPPs aligned to SDGs;
3. Raise required investments for these PPPs though a diversity of financing instruments and capital flow redirections; and
4. Facilitate M & E, learning and research for policy and and SDG impact assessment.
The flagship SDG 3 Primary Healthcare Accelerator was presented to Kenya at the 2nd HSDPF to ramp up Primary healthcare PPPs, partnerships and accelerate uptake in PHC technologies.
K-REP Development Agency has extensive experience financing agricultural value chains in East Africa. They have undertaken several projects financing dairy, honey, poultry, and livestock value chains. An integrated value chain approach has broader impact and benefits farmers. Key factors for successful value chain financing include: having in-depth knowledge of the target chain's structure and dynamics; working with dependable partners across the chain; clearly defining each partner's roles; and selecting enterprises with a strong business case and competitive advantage. Challenges include subsistence farming approaches, covariant risks, and inadequate infrastructure. Opportunities lie in utilizing ICT, improving infrastructure, and building synergies with devolved government systems in Kenya.
This presentation describes the key findings from the OECD investment policy review of Mauritius and how the Mauritius government is implementing the policy reforms suggested in the review.
Nirmala Jeetah of the Mauritius Board of Investment presented and discussed the Mauritian experience of using the Policy Framework for Investment (PFI) to assess its investment climate with SADC member states in Pretoria on 4 July 2014 at the 2nd meeting of the Task Force on updating the PFI.
Find out more about the investment policy review of Mauritius and the Policy Framework for Investment at http://www.oecd.org/daf/inv/investment-policy/mauritius-investment-policy.htm and http://www.oecd.org/investment/pfi.htm
Policy Setting for Improved Linkages Between Agriculture, Trade and Tourism: Strengthening the Local Agrifood sector and Promoting Healthy Food in Agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Tuvalu
In collaboration with and Pacific Community, CTA, PIPSO and SPTO.
Funafuti, Tuvalu, 7 & 10 September 2018
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers from several African countries.
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers.
The Ghana Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and Fuels (GHACCO) was established in 2012 to promote clean cookstoves and fuels in Ghana. GHACCO aims to foster adoption of clean cookstoves by 4 million households and distribute 5 million cookstoves by 2020. Objectives include supporting clean cookstove markets, capacity building, resource mobilization, coordination, and policy influence. Recent activities include hiring staff, membership drives, fundraising, data collection, training workshops, and appointing women advocates to promote adoption. GHACCO will host the Clean Cooking Forum in November 2015, bringing together professionals to advance the sector, as well as the StovePlus Academy to build capacity of manufacturers from several African countries.
The document outlines a creative industries strategy for 2014-2019 in Scotland's Highlands and Islands region. The strategy's vision is to establish a vibrant, sustainable creative economy by building on the region's remote communities and global connections. It proposes several objectives and interventions to achieve this vision, including developing talent, providing business support, and increasing international engagement.
Potential Synergies between CAADP National Investment Planning and Farming Sy...FMNR Hub
1) The document discusses potential synergies between the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) National Investment Plans and a Farming Systems approach.
2) It identifies opportunities for Farming Systems information to strengthen CAADP by mainstreaming land management in investment plans and identifies gaps in current implementation.
3) A Farming Systems framework could complement commodity-based value chain targeting in CAADP plans by providing a more nuanced understanding of agricultural production systems and the relationships between farming and non-farm activities.
Executive Summary - UNIDO Annual Report 2013Sarah Martin
The UNIDO Annual Report 2013 provides an overview of the organization's activities and accomplishments in 2013. Key points include:
- The UNIDO General Conference was held in Lima, Peru in December 2013, where member states adopted the Lima Declaration supporting UNIDO's role in the post-2015 development agenda.
- UNIDO's activities focused on promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development, supporting job creation especially for youth and women, and assisting least developed countries and small island developing states.
- UNIDO strengthened partnerships with governments, the private sector, academia, and other international organizations to achieve its goals. Regional offices provided specialized support for countries in Africa, the Arab region, Asia,
The document discusses the context and strategies around PhytoTrade Africa's work in sustainable trade of goods derived from biodiversity. It provides background on international agreements like the Convention on Biological Diversity and Nagoya Protocol. PhytoTrade Africa aims to expand its model of supporting SMEs and communities in southern Africa to other regions to develop biodiversity-based value chains. Its strategies include a two-phase expansion plan to establish networks in East and West Africa and leverage funding programs in South Africa to support industrial development and link to national biodiversity programs.
Victor Manavhela presented on developing a national industrial symbiosis program in South Africa. The presentation outlined that a national program would require establishing a steering committee of key stakeholders including government departments and industry representatives to provide guidance. It would also require addressing key questions around the potential economic and environmental benefits of industrial symbiosis in South Africa, and how to create an enabling policy environment. The proposed way forward included a scoping study, development of a strategy led by the National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa in partnership with industry, and eventual implementation of the program nationally.
Oil Exploration Policies, Production and Revenue Sharing and its Impact on Co...ijtsrd
This study was carried out in order to ascertain how the policies on exploration, production and revenue sharing can be of significant value as far as corporate social responsibility social investments is concerned in the Albertine GrabenUganda.The study concentrated both on primary and secondary data. The primary survey was critical component of the study as it would yield crucial data on how the policies on exploration, production and revenue sharing can be of significant value as far as corporate social responsibility social investments is concerned in the Albertine GrabenUganda. Respondents , and officials from the ministry of lands zonal office, Officials from international oil companies, Local government officials, Political religious leaders, Local council members, Bunyoro kingdom officials and Community members. The study was conducted in four districts on Hoima, Buliisa Kikuube, and Kakumiro in the Albertine Graben region where a sample of 158 respondents was selected from these districts. Districts were selected using judgmental sampling and 158 respondents were selected using simple random and purposive sampling. Parameters on the basis of which research questions were formed to investigate the new laws related to extraction rights and social safeguards are affecting socioeconomic well being of communities in the Albertine Graben. Ivan Lwanyaga | Ricardo Saaverdra | Charles Edaku "Oil Exploration Policies, Production and Revenue Sharing and its Impact on Corporate Social Responsibility in the Albertine Grabenuganda" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-6 , October 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd52051.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/other-scientific-research-area/other/52051/oil-exploration-policies-production-and-revenue-sharing-and-its-impact-on-corporate-social-responsibility-in-the-albertine-grabenuganda/ivan-lwanyaga
Political economy of agricultural policy processes in Africa with a focus on ...futureagricultures
Presentation by Colin Poulton at the event "The Political Economy of Agricultural Policy Processes in Africa", September 2014.
http://www.future-agricultures.org/events/the-political-economy-of-agricultural-policy-processes-in-africa
Presentation by Dr Olu Ajayi from CTA, at the Regional planning meeting on ‘Scaling-Up Climate-Smart Agricultural Solutions for Cereals and Livestock Farmers in Southern Africa – Building partnership for successful implementation’,13–15 September 2016, Johannesburg, South Africa
Paroma Community Empowerment for Enterprise Development report 2015FRANCIS BUKENYA
Paroma Enterprises Limited Uganda incorporated as a limited company by share later adopted several nonprofit projects under Paroma CEED/Community Empowerment for Enterprise Development and for the last 5 years have been promoting practical entrepreneurship skills to emerging, potential and existing entrepreneurs whereby through their services over 50,000 people youth inclusive have benefited with their services. But according to our research amongst urban youth, jobs, unemployment levels and school drop outs of young people between the age of 15-32 years; over 70% of graduates do not have jobs, 80% of unskilled youth are unemployed but willing to start up something if they can get practical entrepreneurship skills and at most 2 out of 5 business started by urban unskilled youth did not survive the first 5 years in operation due to lack of proper business plans, entrepreneurship training before they were started.
The youth is a critical segment in the society especially in urban setting and yet they are not central in social economic agenda. They form 70% of the Uganda populace and majority of who are out of school and unemployed. Hence the need for Rural-Urban Wealth Creation project that will address Entrepreneurship Development, Customer care, Entrepreneurial Competencies, Entrepreneurship process, Legal Issues in Business, Formulating Business Plan, industrial skills, agricultural skills, resources utilization, modern & general trade, international trade, branding, sales & marketing.
We therefore decided to carry out the Wealth Creation Project through Agriculture, Value addition, Innovation and Export promotion 2015-2020 project.
The document summarizes the progress made by the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) in implementing resolutions from its 5th General Assembly in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. It discusses actions taken to address resolutions on investing in agricultural innovation, knowledge centers and networks, and resilience of African agricultural trade. It also outlines FARA's journey over time, a joint external review, and plans to develop a Science Agenda for Agriculture in Africa to guide future work.
5th LF Energy Power Grid Model Meet-up SlidesDanBrown980551
5th Power Grid Model Meet-up
It is with great pleasure that we extend to you an invitation to the 5th Power Grid Model Meet-up, scheduled for 6th June 2024. This event will adopt a hybrid format, allowing participants to join us either through an online Mircosoft Teams session or in person at TU/e located at Den Dolech 2, Eindhoven, Netherlands. The meet-up will be hosted by Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), a research university specializing in engineering science & technology.
Power Grid Model
The global energy transition is placing new and unprecedented demands on Distribution System Operators (DSOs). Alongside upgrades to grid capacity, processes such as digitization, capacity optimization, and congestion management are becoming vital for delivering reliable services.
Power Grid Model is an open source project from Linux Foundation Energy and provides a calculation engine that is increasingly essential for DSOs. It offers a standards-based foundation enabling real-time power systems analysis, simulations of electrical power grids, and sophisticated what-if analysis. In addition, it enables in-depth studies and analysis of the electrical power grid’s behavior and performance. This comprehensive model incorporates essential factors such as power generation capacity, electrical losses, voltage levels, power flows, and system stability.
Power Grid Model is currently being applied in a wide variety of use cases, including grid planning, expansion, reliability, and congestion studies. It can also help in analyzing the impact of renewable energy integration, assessing the effects of disturbances or faults, and developing strategies for grid control and optimization.
What to expect
For the upcoming meetup we are organizing, we have an exciting lineup of activities planned:
-Insightful presentations covering two practical applications of the Power Grid Model.
-An update on the latest advancements in Power Grid -Model technology during the first and second quarters of 2024.
-An interactive brainstorming session to discuss and propose new feature requests.
-An opportunity to connect with fellow Power Grid Model enthusiasts and users.
Programming Foundation Models with DSPy - Meetup SlidesZilliz
Prompting language models is hard, while programming language models is easy. In this talk, I will discuss the state-of-the-art framework DSPy for programming foundation models with its powerful optimizers and runtime constraint system.
GraphRAG for Life Science to increase LLM accuracyTomaz Bratanic
GraphRAG for life science domain, where you retriever information from biomedical knowledge graphs using LLMs to increase the accuracy and performance of generated answers
Salesforce Integration for Bonterra Impact Management (fka Social Solutions A...Jeffrey Haguewood
Sidekick Solutions uses Bonterra Impact Management (fka Social Solutions Apricot) and automation solutions to integrate data for business workflows.
We believe integration and automation are essential to user experience and the promise of efficient work through technology. Automation is the critical ingredient to realizing that full vision. We develop integration products and services for Bonterra Case Management software to support the deployment of automations for a variety of use cases.
This video focuses on integration of Salesforce with Bonterra Impact Management.
Interested in deploying an integration with Salesforce for Bonterra Impact Management? Contact us at sales@sidekicksolutionsllc.com to discuss next steps.
Skybuffer AI: Advanced Conversational and Generative AI Solution on SAP Busin...Tatiana Kojar
Skybuffer AI, built on the robust SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP), is the latest and most advanced version of our AI development, reaffirming our commitment to delivering top-tier AI solutions. Skybuffer AI harnesses all the innovative capabilities of the SAP BTP in the AI domain, from Conversational AI to cutting-edge Generative AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). It also helps SAP customers safeguard their investments into SAP Conversational AI and ensure a seamless, one-click transition to SAP Business AI.
With Skybuffer AI, various AI models can be integrated into a single communication channel such as Microsoft Teams. This integration empowers business users with insights drawn from SAP backend systems, enterprise documents, and the expansive knowledge of Generative AI. And the best part of it is that it is all managed through our intuitive no-code Action Server interface, requiring no extensive coding knowledge and making the advanced AI accessible to more users.
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slackshyamraj55
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
Skybuffer SAM4U tool for SAP license adoptionTatiana Kojar
Manage and optimize your license adoption and consumption with SAM4U, an SAP free customer software asset management tool.
SAM4U, an SAP complimentary software asset management tool for customers, delivers a detailed and well-structured overview of license inventory and usage with a user-friendly interface. We offer a hosted, cost-effective, and performance-optimized SAM4U setup in the Skybuffer Cloud environment. You retain ownership of the system and data, while we manage the ABAP 7.58 infrastructure, ensuring fixed Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and exceptional services through the SAP Fiori interface.
How to Interpret Trends in the Kalyan Rajdhani Mix Chart.pdfChart Kalyan
A Mix Chart displays historical data of numbers in a graphical or tabular form. The Kalyan Rajdhani Mix Chart specifically shows the results of a sequence of numbers over different periods.
Have you ever been confused by the myriad of choices offered by AWS for hosting a website or an API?
Lambda, Elastic Beanstalk, Lightsail, Amplify, S3 (and more!) can each host websites + APIs. But which one should we choose?
Which one is cheapest? Which one is fastest? Which one will scale to meet our needs?
Join me in this session as we dive into each AWS hosting service to determine which one is best for your scenario and explain why!
Dive into the realm of operating systems (OS) with Pravash Chandra Das, a seasoned Digital Forensic Analyst, as your guide. 🚀 This comprehensive presentation illuminates the core concepts, types, and evolution of OS, essential for understanding modern computing landscapes.
Beginning with the foundational definition, Das clarifies the pivotal role of OS as system software orchestrating hardware resources, software applications, and user interactions. Through succinct descriptions, he delineates the diverse types of OS, from single-user, single-task environments like early MS-DOS iterations, to multi-user, multi-tasking systems exemplified by modern Linux distributions.
Crucial components like the kernel and shell are dissected, highlighting their indispensable functions in resource management and user interface interaction. Das elucidates how the kernel acts as the central nervous system, orchestrating process scheduling, memory allocation, and device management. Meanwhile, the shell serves as the gateway for user commands, bridging the gap between human input and machine execution. 💻
The narrative then shifts to a captivating exploration of prominent desktop OSs, Windows, macOS, and Linux. Windows, with its globally ubiquitous presence and user-friendly interface, emerges as a cornerstone in personal computing history. macOS, lauded for its sleek design and seamless integration with Apple's ecosystem, stands as a beacon of stability and creativity. Linux, an open-source marvel, offers unparalleled flexibility and security, revolutionizing the computing landscape. 🖥️
Moving to the realm of mobile devices, Das unravels the dominance of Android and iOS. Android's open-source ethos fosters a vibrant ecosystem of customization and innovation, while iOS boasts a seamless user experience and robust security infrastructure. Meanwhile, discontinued platforms like Symbian and Palm OS evoke nostalgia for their pioneering roles in the smartphone revolution.
The journey concludes with a reflection on the ever-evolving landscape of OS, underscored by the emergence of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and the persistent quest for innovation and efficiency. As technology continues to shape our world, understanding the foundations and evolution of operating systems remains paramount. Join Pravash Chandra Das on this illuminating journey through the heart of computing. 🌟
Operating System Used by Users in day-to-day life.pptx
Draft kenyan policy on clusters
1. Draft Kenyan Policy On Clusters
presented at
The Conference on Cluster initiatives
for Enhanced Competitiveness
Redcourt Hotel, Nairobi
June 28th 2012
Victor Mageto
Ministry of Industrialization
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
1
2. Concept of Clusters
The concept of clusters has in recent years gained
enormous popularity to the extent that
policy-makers, practitioners and academics alike are
increasingly referring to it. However, many different
cluster definitions exist and the economic impact of
clusters on competitiveness and innovation is far
from being clear. Clusters are becoming an
increasingly popular concept which is reflected in a
growing number of policies and initiatives in
support of clusters.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
2
3. Concept of Clusters
Conceptually, industry clusters have driven the economic
development policy in many parts of the world. It is now a
universally accepted fact that successful regional economies are,
to varying degrees, specialized.
Clusters can indeed therefore be viewed as key drivers of
competitiveness and innovation and thus of growth and jobs.
Evidence from around the world shows that clusters are
significantly related to prosperity and that enterprises benefit
from clusters.
Whereas clusters are a real economic phenomenon that can be
economically measured, cluster policies are more an expression of
political commitment to support existing clusters or the
emergence of new clusters. Cluster initiatives are practical actions
to strengthen cluster development, which can, but must not
necessarily be, based on a formulated cluster policy.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
3
4. Definition: What is a cluster
Definitions as to what
exactly constitutes a cluster
vary. However, the concept
of ‘cluster’ generally refers
to a geographical
concentration of vertically
or horizontally linked firms
engaged in related lines of
business together with
supporting organizations
such as banks, suppliers,
Business member
organizations e.t.c.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
4
6. A cluster of friends on Facebook
Wednesday,
July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing
Sector Delivery Secretariat
6
7. Cluster Policy?
Potential benefits from cluster initiatives do not in
themselves suffice as rationale for policy intervention
in clustering processes. Individual firms and
organizations are the prime actors in cluster processes,
and cluster policy is about consistently paving the way
for conditions that are conducive to people’s
engagement in joint efforts, and the realization of
mutual benefits. Yet, government policy impacts on the
preconditions for clustering under all circumstances,
whether willingly or un-willingly.
The understanding and attitudes of policymakers thus
matter greatly for what can be achieved through
cluster initiatives and cluster actions. (Cluster Policies White book)
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
7
8. Cluster policy?
The presence of potential benefits from cluster
initiatives does not in itself suffice as rationale or
justification for policymakers to interfere.
The key question is whether and how policymakers
can add value through appropriate measures,
beyond the outcomes that markets and market
actors produce on their own. E.g. is their evidence
that issues analyzed should be addressed by policy
intervention that Without it the clusters will not
develop.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
8
9. Objectives of the Cluster policy in Kenya
On the role of policy in cluster development, various
notions abound in the literature. One commonly stated
view is that public authorities should refrain from
creating clusters. Attitudes are generally more favorable
with regard to instruments for supporting existing or
emerging clusters and, indeed, a number of governments
around the world - irrespective of ideology - apply cluster
policy with focus on the latter. Likewise, many clusters
have gone through initial stages of mostly spontaneously
generated clustering followed by a stronger element of
conscious policy-support.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
9
10. Objectives of a
Cluster Policy in
Kenya
1. Spur workforce
development through
creativity, innovations,
Knowledge and skills
transfer
2. Facilitate increase of
exports
3. Improve national
and regional
productivity and
competitiveness
4. Improve market
driven research and
networking
5. Create comparative
and competitive
advantage through
collapetion and
cooptetionWednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
10
11. SITUATION ANALYSIS
There are four types of cluster and network
programmes in the different regions and countries.
These variations can be summarized into four main
categories or types of programmes:
• Regional economic development programmes
• Programmes for the development of national
industries,
• Research and development based cluster
programmes
• Network programmes that support the
development of new clusters
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
11
12. SITUATION ANALYSIS
In Kenya, The National Economic and Social Council
(NESC) in 2009 recommended the adoption of a cluster
development strategy as part of regional and national
competitiveness strategies.
KIPPRA was commissioned and conducted a study on
clusters (Cluster Mapping) with technical backstopping
of ECORYS Netherlands.
The overall objective of the study was to come up with
practical solutions to the challenges Kenya faces with
respect to productivity & competitiveness in the
mapped clusters and then to draft Participatory Action
Plans that provide blueprints for development.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
12
14. Status of Implementation of the Cluster
Participatory Action Plans in Kenya
Cluster study tour of Rotterdam port cluster, food valley, Venlo
logistics clusters undertaken in the Netherlands June 2010
• National study tours – one to Nyanza, Western and North
Rift; the other to Coastal Kenya December 2009
• 3 Clusters mainstreamed and budget provided by
government 2010/2011, 2011/2013 and continuing
• Other clusters taken up by NESC and supported for
mainstreaming in relevant Ministries
• Cluster development Google group formed
• Cluster Online Newsletter developed
• Cluster policy as work in progress
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
14
15. Status of Implementation of the Cluster
Participatory Action Plans in Kenya
The Ministry of Industrialization has spearheaded
the development of;
Inland Fisheries Cluster in Kisumu
30 Cluster Facilitators trained
Cluster Officials Elected
Garissa Beef Cluster in Garissa
30 Cluster Facilitators trained
Cluster Officials Elected
Cashew Nut Agro-processing Cluster in Mombasa
Work in Progress
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
15
17. From left to right: Mr. Gerald Snel CEO, Port of
Rotterdam with participants from Kenya
Rotterdam Port Cluster
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
17
19. Food Valley Cluster Netherland/ www.freshparkVenlo.nl
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
19
20. Clusters in the Vision 2030
Excerpts From: Kenya Vision 2030 Book pg. 74
Development of industrial and manufacturing
zones: Different regions of the country are
suitable for different types of industrial and
manufacturing activities. In order to harness the
resources available in different parts of the
country, region-specific industrial and
manufacturing clusters will be promoted.
Necessary infrastructure and services will be
provided to stimulate the development of these
clusters (Figure 3.5.5).
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
20
22. Vision 2030 Clusters
• Special Economic Cluster for agro-processing
• Special Economic Cluster for agricultural input
production with research park
• New horticulture Cluster
• Special Economic Cluster for packaging this
cluster will include packaging tea and coffee for
global markets
• Fruit juice Cluster
• Vegetables Cluster
• Fish processing Cluster
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
22
23. Cluster Infrastructure in Kenya
NESC directed that the Ministries of Trade and
Industrialization to spearhead the development of a
cluster policy.
Since clusters are cross-cutting among different
ministries, an inter-ministerial committee comprising
of Ministry of Trade, Ministry of Industrialization, NESC,
KEPSA and KIPPRA was constituted. The Ministry of
Trade in collaboration with various stakeholders
therefore is set to develop cluster policy.
The overarching goal of the cluster policy is to enhance
productivity and competitiveness of various sectors of
the economy.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
23
24. JUSTIFICATION FOR A CLUSTER POLICY
Clusters are seen as important drivers of
competitiveness and innovation. Kenya recognizes that
competitiveness and productivity improvements are
the twin drivers of rapid economic growth and
transformation. However, Kenya still ranks low in global
competitiveness.
For example, the Global Competitiveness Report 2010-
2011 ranked 106th Kenya as behind important
emerging economies such as Egypt (ranked 81), India
(ranked 49) , South Africa (ranked 45) and Thailand
(ranked 36). Thus, relative to these countries Kenya has
weak institutions, infrastructure, and market
efficiencies, among other problems.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
24
25. JUSTIFICATION FOR A CLUSTER POLICY
Given the presence of multiple imperfections in
markets and prevailing institutions with multiple
actor in a cluster, there is a potential for
policymaking to generate benefits, both by
accelerating the growth of existing clusters and by
creating conditions that are favorable for the
formation of new clusters as well as the recognizing
and re-engineering of forgotten clusters. (Daily cluster in
North Rift, Meat cluster in Dagoreti and Egg Cluster in Thika)
One of the strongest arguments for focusing on
clusters is that it helps governments better
understand how their economies really work.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
25
26. JUSTIFICATION FOR A CLUSTER POLICY
By looking at an economy through the lens of various
regional(County) production and innovation systems,
regions can more accurately identify market
imperfections, find pressure points, and detect systemic
failures. Only then can they determine which
interventions are likely to have the greatest impacts.
Most challenges and opportunities are based on
circumstances that vary from market to market and
product to product (Rosenfield, 2002).
Cluster policy also provides a framework for dialogue and
cooperation between firms, the public sector and non
governmental organizations.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
26
27. JUSTIFICATION FOR A CLUSTER POLICY
Today, with the Internet and a click of the mouse
button, companies can source for goods, capital
and technology globally. Technology has set a
new frontier to the conventional wisdom about
how companies and nations compete. With more
open global market, easy access to information
and faster transportation, the role of location in
competition might be said to have diminished!
But if location does not matter, why is today’s
economic map of the world is still being
dominated by growing clusters of economic
activities?
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
27
28. Peaks in the Delta
In Netherlands, Regional
Authorities have been
established to lead National
Coordination in clusters. There
are six different regions and each
focuses on region specific
potentials.
Important Instruments in the
success of the authorities
1. Campus development
2. Business sites
3. Quality of life
4. Accessibility issues
Financial
• Subsidy schemes
• Investment funds
Valorization
• Commercial exploitation of
knowledge
• Market introduction on
short term
Organizing capacity
• Regional network synergies
• Collocation
Physical preconditions
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
28
29. CHALLENGES
• Capacity building (training of cluster facilitators and promoters)
• Inadequate funding
• Private sector participation in the whole implementation program is still
poor
• The Secretariat? is not fully facilitated.
• Carry out in-depth cluster studies
• Encourage backstopping support particularly from institutions of higher
learning
• Mainstream clusters in relevant Ministries work plans and performance
contracts
• Engage development partners to provide funding for the cluster activities
• Create inter-ministerial committee to continue implementing and
monitoring pilot cluster Participatory Action Plans.
• PACF – Kenya Chapter
• Carry out a registration and launching exercise for readily formed clusters
• Address emerging issues (Environmental, social and climate changes)
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
KV2030 Manufacturing Sector Delivery
Secretariat
29