Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
The UAE’s newly announced US$1 billion AI for Development initiative could provide Kenya with a rare opportunity to move from ambitious AI policy to real-world implementation. The initiative was unveiled during the G20 Summit by H.H.…
Qualcomm has announced the successful completion of its third annual Make in Africa (QMIA) Startup Mentorship Program, marked by the virtual Make in Africa Finale 2025. The initiative underscores Qualcomm’s long-term commitment to…
Rwanda-based fintech startup Kayko has raised $1.2 million in seed funding. The fresh funding will be used to expand its mission of improving access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through data-driven insights. The…
In the fast-evolving landscape of software development, ensuring efficient and reliable quality assurance (QA) processes is crucial. Teams managing multiple projects, tight deadlines, and complex testing requirements need tools that…
TechArena is set to break the story of a new documentary series from BeyondTheCode.ai and XRAgency.co that tells Africa’s blockchain and AI story through a cultural lens, filmed live around the Cardano Africa Tech Summit (CATS) at Africa…
Swedfund is investing USD 20 million in the Helios Climate, Energy, Adaptation and Resilience (CLEAR) Fund to support efforts that limit climate change and help communities adapt to its effects. The fund backs African companies that reduce…
Airtel Africa has partnered with SpaceX to roll out Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity t across all 14 of the telco’s African markets. Airtel Africa customers with compatible smartphones will be able to access mobile network…
Airtel Africa has announced a partnership with SpaceX to deploy Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 African markets, reaching a customer base of 174 million subscribers. The agreement will allow Airtel users with…
The Communications Authority of Kenya just released its 2024/25 customer satisfaction report, and the numbers tell a story that millions of Kenyans already know from experience: the country’s mobile networks are struggling with basic…
Safaricom, in partnership with taxi hailing companies, hosted drivers and riders to an event focused on empowering the transport sector, to enable them to maximize their earnings. As part of the broader Shangwe @25 celebrations, marking…
The Kenyan government approved a public-private partnership (PPP) for the second-generation smart driving license during a Cabinet meeting on Monday. This decision removes the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) from managing…
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By Frankline Okata, Ag. Chief Enterprise Business Officer, Safaricom PLC Imagine this, it is 7:00 a.m. The operations team walks in, coffee cups in hand, ready to start the day. But something feels off. The production system is not…
Safaricom has officially listed its Green Bond on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). According to the company, 2,453 individual investors accounted for 96% of all applications. This highlights the growing retail appetite for capital…
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is proud to confirm its role as the official conservation partner for the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026), scheduled to take place from 2–6 March 2026 in Nairobi and Konza Technopolis. GCTDF…
BasiGo has officially opened a new electric vehicle charging site at the Shell Athi River service station. The Athi River site becomes BasiGo’s third charging location hosted at a Shell service station in Kenya, following earlier launches…
NTT DATA is accelerating the rollout of Starlink-powered connectivity services in Kenya and other African markets. Months after signing an agreement to become an authorised reseller, NTT DATA has completed close to 100 installations in…
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By Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head, Zoho Kenya Over the past two years, Generative AI (GenAI) has captured global attention, including here in Kenya, thanks to its ability to draft content, summarise reports, and offer conversational…
Airtel Money has integrated its mobile wallet with Showmax. With this integration, customers in Kenya will be able to pay for their streaming subscriptions directly from their Airtel Money wallets. The new integration enables Airtel Money…
StarTimes Media unveiled an attractive holiday campaign aimed at giving viewers unmatched entertainment value during the festive season, positioning the broadcaster at the centre of December’s sports and family programming. The pay-TV…
NBA Africa has announced the five prize-winning startups from the second edition of the NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator, a program designed to support Africa’s growing technology ecosystem and the next generation of entrepreneurs. The…
Mogo, an asset financier in East Africa, has facilitated the acquisition of over 100,000 affordable, high-quality smartphones by Kenyans within just four months of introducing its new device-financing product. In collaboration with…
The rising adoption rate of online trading platforms, young traders and ample opportunities for access to foreign markets is transforming the financial scene in Kenya. Below is an insight into the progress being made with online trading…
As the festive season begins and the countdown to Christmas quickens, many of us are preparing for travel, family gatherings, and the familiar rush of holiday spending. It is precisely in these moments of increased spending and lowered…
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok completely lost the plot during the Bondi Beach mass shooting, turning a tragedy that killed at least 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration into a catastrophe of misinformation. The star of this disaster was Ahmed…
