Mwelekeo TV has again stamped its authority as one of Kenya’s leading platforms for serious conversations after hosting finance and technology expert Mike Kaburu in a timely discussion on tax, artificial intelligence and the future of jobs.

At a time when businesses are adjusting to digital systems and young people are searching for new opportunities, the interview offered practical insights on where careers, finance and technology are heading.

Mike Kaburu used the platform to share his own journey from Moi University student to working in tax technology at KPMG, saying growth often begins when people refuse to be boxed in by their degrees.

He said students who combine academic training with practical skills such as data analytics, coding and digital business are likely to stand out in a changing job market.

Shift in finance

The discussion also turned to how tax administration is changing in Kenya.

Mike Kaburu said institutions such as the Kenya Revenue Authority are increasingly relying on digital systems to improve compliance and close loopholes.

He pointed to platforms such as iTax and automated support tools as signs that tax management is no longer limited to paperwork and physical offices.

According to him, many organisations still depend on outdated manual spreadsheets, exposing themselves to errors, delays and unnecessary losses.

He said firms that fail to modernise risk being left behind as real time audits and automated checks become more common.

AI and jobs

On artificial intelligence, Mike Kaburu said the technology is already changing how professionals work, especially in finance and legal departments.

He explained that tools powered by AI can review contracts, sort large volumes of data and analyse past decisions in a fraction of the time it once took human teams.

Rather than replacing everyone, he said AI will favour workers who learn how to use it well.

He added that the next generation of finance leaders will spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time on strategy, oversight and interpreting live data.

Beyond technical knowledge, he said communication skills and emotional intelligence will remain critical for those seeking leadership roles.

In his closing message, Mike Kaburu urged young people to stay curious, embrace technology and start small digital projects instead of waiting endlessly for formal employment.

The interview is another example of why Mwelekeo TV continues to win trust nationwide as a leading platform for current affairs, social issues and policy driven conversations that matter to everyday Kenyans.