Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Safaricom’s economic, social and environmental impact has reached KSh 1.1 trillion, according to its latest Sustainable Business Report 2025. The “True Value” figure is 16 times greater than the company’s financial profit. The report,…
Safaricom today released its 14th Sustainable Business Report, celebrating 25 years of innovation, inclusion, and commitment to sustainability. The launch event, held at the Michael Joseph Center in Nairobi, brought together industry…
Despite DeepSeek’s surge earlier this year, OpenAI has exceeded critics’ expectations and maintained strong momentum over recent months. Within the same week of OpenAI launching Sora version 2.0, OpenAI announced a major partnership with…
The Court of Appeal has allowed pay-TV operator MultiChoice Kenya to recover KES 153 million from former Kandara MP Maina Kamau, bringing to a close a decade-long dispute over unpaid taxes. The money dates back to 2009, when MultiChoice…
By Winnie Karanu, Microsoft AI Skills Director at Microsoft By 2030, AI is projected to unlock 230 million digital jobs across Africa – a transformation comparable to South Korea’s post-war rise or India’s IT boom in the 1990s. Realizing…
By Wojtek Piorko, managing director, Africa at Vertiv As Africa’s manufacturing sector accelerates its journey into the era of Industry 4.0, the benefits are becoming increasingly clear – including reduced risk, leaner supply chains and…
Tesh Mbaabu has announced the launch of a new venture called Cloud9. He refers to this as a fintech startup that aims to redefine how young Africans experience banking. He previously co-founded MarketForce with Mesongo Sibuti. If you have…
Google is tightening up security on Android devices in ways that will force about 750 million phones to either update or risk losing access to major protections. Devices running Android 12 or older no longer receive regular security…
Airtel Kenya has announced free access to the Kenya Education Cloud and Elimika platforms, allowing teachers and students across the country to use the resources without incurring data costs. The move, launched on World Teachers’ Day, is…
As the world marks World Teachers’ Day, Airtel Kenya is reaffirming its commitment to empowering digital learning in Kenya by zero-rating access to the Kenya Education Cloud and Elimika platforms. The initiative ensures that teachers who…
The Bloggers Association of Kenya has notified lawmakers that the Creative Economy Support Bill 2024 needs a serious digital upgrade. BAKE released a detailed critique of the proposed legislation, arguing that while the bill takes…
The launch of Sora 2 was supposed to mark OpenAI’s latest attempt to blur the line between imagination and reality, using AI to generate lifelike videos from text prompts. Instead, it’s ended up igniting a heated debate on how far AI tools…
Businesses in Kenya have received major relief after Tanzania agreed to spare them from the recent ban on foreign-owned small enterprises, easing fears of market disruption and signaling a new phase of regional cooperation. The…
itel has announced the launch of the itel SUPER 26 Ultra in Kenya. The phone is available in Kenya for KES 20,499. The phone blends premium design, powerful performance and intelligent AI features at a price few competitors can match. The…
If you’ve been waiting for a well-paying short-term opportunity, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has just the announcement you’ve been hoping for. The commission has rolled out temporary job vacancies across all…
NTT DATA, has announced its acquisition of EXAH, a leading Salesforce Consulting Partner and AI implementation specialist. This strategic move is set to deliver an end-to-end Salesforce and AI delivery experience to customers across the…
The itel S26 Ultra has been recognized as the No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum, held in Nairobi. The award highlights the growing demand for affordable smartphones…
itel has officially launched its latest smartphone, the Super 26 Ultra, in Kenya during a launch event at itel Home in Machakos. The device is positioned as a premium yet affordable option, focusing on durability, performance, and…
Safaricom Business hosted an exclusive breakfast session for senior IT and security executives. The session showcased its Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) and its role in strengthening enterprise resilience. Participants were…
Artificial Intelligence is very much in vogue globally, finding great use in diverse spheres of life. Kenya is no exception to this worldwide trend. Many industries are now seeking ways of deploying AI tools to optimize performance and…
Network International and Magnati have completed a strategic merger under the ownership of a Brookfield-led consortium. The merged entity will operate under the name Network International LLC. With an expanded suite of solutions, ranging…
Microsoft is once again facing criticism over its approach to Windows 11 updates. Starting this month, the company will begin automatically installing its new Microsoft 365 Companion app on any device that already has Microsoft 365 desktop…
Apple is reportedly preparing to refresh its MacBook lineup with new models powered by the M5 family of chips. The update is expected to focus on performance and connectivity gains rather than major design overhauls, with the first devices…
The U.S. Department of State recently announced a major update for the DV-2027 Green Card Lottery: for the first time, any person who wants to apply will be required to pay a $1 electronic registration fee when submitting their entry. The…
