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Profit, people and policy: The CEO's triple mandate

By The Standard January 21, 2026

Source: The Standard

Profit, people and policy: The CEO's triple mandate

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Revenue is up, and the board is pleased. But by Wednesday, payroll nearly stalls because cash is stuck in receivables.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log in

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