July 13, 2023
Africa: Google Includes Swahili in Its AI-Driven Chatbot Bard
Google has included Swahili on its conversational artificial intelligence (AI) service Bard, becoming the first language on the continent to be embedded in the solution. Read more »
July 11, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom's Workforce Increases By 675 After Ethiopia's Entry
The number of Safaricom staff increased by 675 in the full year ending March this year, a new report shows, coming on the back of Ethiopia's entry. Read more »
July 10, 2023
Kenya: Mawingu Starts Expansion to 25 Counties After Getting Funding
Rural internet service provider (ISP) Mawingu is expanding its internet coverage to an additional 25 counties as it seeks to provide affordable internet to more Kenyans. Read more »
July 07, 2023
Kenya: Airtel Rolls Out First 5G Network in Kenya
Airtel Kenya yesterday rolled out its first 5G network, which the company says is anchored towards seamless connectivity. Read more »
July 05, 2023
West Africa: Google's First West Africa Director Juliet Ehimuan Exits
Google's pioneering West Africa Director Juliet Ehimuan has announced her departure from the company after 12 years of service at the helm. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Told to Be Ready for Cheap Smartphones
The government has reiterated its commitment to roll out cheap smartphones in the market. Read more »
July 03, 2023
Kenya: FaidiHR Unveils Casualpay Platform to Facilitate Casual Workers Payments in Kenya
Over the past few decades, ghost workers have proven a thorn in both private and public institutions, costing firms and government bodies billions, as they lack proper management… Read more »
July 01, 2023
Kenya: Makueni Begins Digitizing Indigenous Kamba Knowledge on Climate Change
Makueni County has announced plans to digitize indigenous Kamba knowledge on climate change as part of efforts to enhance locally-led response and resilience building. Read more »
June 30, 2023
Kenya: Kenya's Digital Revolution On the Roll - Over 5,000 Government Services Now Available Online
Kenya's vision of going fully digital in the delivery of government services is rapidly gathering pace with more than 5,000 services now available online. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Unveils Online Government Services
Kenyans can now access over 5,000 Government services online. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Businesses Experience 82% Increase in Cyber-Attacks
Cyber-attacks on Kenyan businesses increased by 82 percent last year, latest report shows, highlighting growing vulnerabilities in firms. Read more »
Kenya: Global Tech Firm Digital Jewels Makes Foray Into Kenyan Data Protection Market
The evolving data protection environment in Kenya is attracting foreign technology firms, with the latest entrant Digital Jewels establishing its presence in the local market. Read more »
June 27, 2023
Kenya: Broadcasting PS Urges Creative Stakeholders to Leverage Tech for Job Creation
Broadcasting and Telecommunication Principal Secretary (PS) Edward Kisiang'ani has urged players in the creative industry to take advantage of technology to create more jobs. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Kenya: Cyber Attacks in Kenya Drop By 25% to Hit 187,8 Million in Three Months
Cyber attacks on Kenyan firms dropped by 25 percent to 187.8 million in three months to March this year compared to the preceding quarter of last year, a new report shows. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Launches Convicted Sexual Offenders Electronic Register
Chief Justice Martha Koome today launched a Convicted Sexual Offenders Electronic Register in fulfilment of the Sexual Offences Act of 2006 at Kibera Law Courts. Read more »
June 22, 2023
Kenya: Airtel to Roll Out 5G Network Next Month Amid Growing Demand
Airtel Kenya will roll out its 5G network next month as the telco seeks to counter the growing dominance of Safaricom in the sector. Read more »
June 20, 2023
Kenya: Unga Wa Dola Bridging Technology Gap for Gender Equality
Unga wa Dola has announced the completion of an acceleration programme that trains girls on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Read more »
June 19, 2023
Kenya: Scholars Unveil 11-Country Campaign to Promote STEM Courses Among Girls
Scholars holding a week-long symposium at Kenyatta University (KU) today launched an 11-country campaign that targets girls to make science, technology, engineering, and… Read more »
Kenya: How Twiga Foods is Revolutionizing Kenya's Agri-Tech Space
Before Peter Njonjo started Twiga Foods, he worked at CocaCola-one of the largest multinational companies in Africa. Read more »
June 14, 2023
Kenya: Our Decisions Will Be Data-Driven - President Ruto
President William Ruto has said the Government will use intelligence analysis to manage emerging global challenges. Read more »
Kenya: Connectivity Vital for Creative Economy - President Ruto
President William Ruto has said the Government is committed to enhance the digital superhighway to create opportunities for content creators to make a living. Read more »
June 13, 2023
Kenya: Transport Operators Go Tech to Reduce Jam in Ticket Booking
Transport operators are increasingly adopting modern technologies to offer ticketing efficiencies and provide comfort to commuters across the country. Read more »
June 08, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Power Rolls Out Smart Poles for Internet Supply
Kenya Power is looking to diversify its income by venturing into the distribution of the internet through smart poles. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Begins Smart Poles Pilot Project for Provision of High Speed Internet
Kenya Power has commenced a pilot project to install special utility poles (Smart Poles) that will support the provision of high-speed internet connectivity as part of its revenue… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom, Kenya Water Institute Partner to Deploy Smart Water System
Safaricom has partnered with the Kenya Water Institute (KEWI) to build capacity in the water sector, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 6, which seeks to ensure the… Read more »