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How Can Kenya’s AI Future Be Built on Trust, Data and Practical Automation
Over the past two years, Generative AI (GenAI) has captured global attention, including here in Kenya, thanks to its ability to draft content, summarize reports, and offer conversational assistance. These tools provide meaningful value, especially for teams looking to boost…
Standard Bank & Safaricom Telecommunications Announce USD 138 Million Partnership
Standard Bank (Trading as Stanbic in Kenya) has partnered with Safaricom Telecommunications, Kenya’s telecommunications provider, to provide funding of USD138 million (approximately KES 17.94 billion) as part of an investment towards Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC, STEP. The bank acted as…
HealthX Launches a Innovative Healthcare & Protection Plan for Kenya’s Commercial Motorbike Riders
HealthX, Kenya’s digital health services provider, announced the launch of HealthX Boda, a first-of-its-kind mobile solution designed to give the country’s commercial motorbike riders (boda boda riders) affordable, round-the-clock access to healthcare and essential accident protection. Boda boda riders are…
Vodacom Group Strengthens East Africa Presence
Vodacom Group announced a transaction that would significantly increase its ownership in Safaricom, reinforcing its commitment to the East African markets of Kenya and Ethiopia. Under the terms of this transaction, Vodacom has entered into an agreement with the Government…
Tech Brand’s AFCON 2025 Continental Campaign and Competition
TECNO Launches AFCON 2025 Campaign Global technology brand TECNO, Official Partner of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, has unveiled its continent-wide campaign: “TECNO AND AFCON 2025.” The initiative celebrates the passion, joy, and triumphs of Africa’s…
Zoho Expands Young Creators Program Across East Africa
In a move to bridge the digital skills gap, Zoho has expanded its Young Creators Program (YCP) across East Africa, empowering students and professionals with hands-on digital skills in low-code application development. Through workshops conducted across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Madagascar,…
Microsoft Unveils AI Initiative Built for the Global Majority, Starting in Kenya
Generative AI powers apps and tools that boost productivity and knowledge in most places across the world. But these systems don’t work equally well for all communities, especially those underrepresented online, where most AI training data originates. As a result,…
Unlocking the Power of Solar in East Africa
East Africa holds vast untapped solar potential, particularly in regions where electricity access remains limited. In Kenya, for example, a significant portion of the estimated 13 million unserved population resides in areas with high solar irradiation, which makes them the…
Uganda Airlines Partners with Bluegrass Digital to Rebuild Its Online Experience
Uganda Airlines has partnered with Bluegrass Digital to completely redesign and rebuild its official website, www.ugandaairlines.com, marking a major step forward in the national carrier’s digital transformation journey. The collaboration aims to modernize the airline’s online presence, streamline the booking…
How to Accept Mobile Money, Cards, and Cash on One Platform, According to Zoyk
Payments in Africa are as diverse as the markets they serve. From mobile money and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems to cards and cash, businesses today have more ways than ever to get paid. Cash still dominates, accounting for over 90 percent…
Strategic Alliance Links East Africa’s Digital Hubs With Africa-Wide Data Centre Platform
Wingu Africa, a leading developer of carrier-neutral Tier III data centres in East Africa, has entered a strategic partnership with Africa Data Centres (ADC), the continent’s largest interconnected data centre network. The collaboration links Wingu Africa’s facilities in Djibouti, Ethiopia,…
Rwanda Unveils Digital FDI Roadmap to Boost Tech Investment and Job Creation
The Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT), in partnership with the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), has officially launched the Digital FDI Rwanda report at the 9th Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh. Developed jointly by MINICT, the DCO, and the World…
Kenya to Grow 5% in 2025 Says NCBA as Private Credit & Fiscal Support Rise
The outlook shared during the NCBA Economic Forum held at the Nairobi Serena Hotel, which brought together policymakers, economists, and industry leaders, discussed how Kenya can strengthen its resilience in a shifting global environment. NCBA Group has projected that Kenya’s…
KCB Partners with Kenya Investment Authority to Support Investors
KCB Bank Kenya has signed a strategic partnership with the Kenya Investment Authority (Invest Kenya) to enhance facilitation and support for foreign investors establishing and expanding their operations in Kenya. The partnership will streamline access to financial services, investment facilitation,…
Why Kenya Needs a New Social Contract for Labour Relations in the Digital Age
For decades, unemployment has remained the most persistent challenge in Kenya and across much of the developing world. The policy prescriptions have been familiar with governments being tasked to build industries, expand markets and ease the cost of doing business…
M-PESA Foundation Launches 5-Year Education Initiative to Boost Learning in Kenya
Safaricom, through the M-PESA Foundation, has launched an education initiative to improve education and training outcomes over the next 5 years. Dubbed Citizens of the Future, the program seeks to upgrade infrastructure, enhance teacher skilling in ICT across over 600…
