Lipa Later Raises Sh500M in Debt
Kenya’s Lipa Later Group has secured Sh500 million funding in a privately placed debt issuance signifying investors interest in Kenya's lucrative Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) space. Last month, Safaricom, [...]
Kenya's President Ruto Leads Delegation to US for Tech Investment Roadshow
Kenya's President, William Ruto, will this week lead a delegation from Kenya to the United States for the second US-Kenya Business Roadshow. The delegation, which will focus on attracting venture [...]
CBK Calls for Vigilance Following Approval of New Mobile Money Limits
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is calling for an enhanced vigilance in mobile money transaction to mitigate cases of money laundering, financing of terrorism and proliferation finance. The call [...]How Opera's Free Data Campaigns is Bridging the Connectivity Divide in Kenya
In today's digital age, access to the internet is a fundamental driver of socio-economic development. Recognizing the importance of connectivity, various initiatives have been launched in Kenya to provide free [...]
Smith Aegis: Five Years of Innovation, Excellence, and Lionhearted Ambition
In a landscape where innovation reigns supreme, Smith Aegis PLC stands tall as a beacon of creativity and excellence. Founded by the visionary Eric Waibochi, this company epitomizes the spirit [...]John Paul Okwiri Appointed Konza Technopolis CEO
John Paul Okwiri has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer of Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA). The agency is mandated to implement the Konza Technopolis project. In a statement, the [...]EAC Gears for Launch of Regional Digital Integration Project
The East Africa Community (EAC) is getting ready for the launch of the Eastern Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (EA-RDIP). The project is a vital regional initiative that is set [...]Alex Okosi to Head Google’s Africa Operations
Google has picked Alex Okosi, currently Managing Director for YouTube in EMEA Emerging Markets as its new Managing Director for Africa. In his new role, Okosi will be responsible for [...]Samasource Says Focus on AI Jobs Not Linked to Court Cases
Sama, a Global data annotation solutions firm has delinked the ongoing court cases touching on its business to its move from content moderation to computer vision and training data for [...]Smartphone Global Shipments to fall 4.7% to 1.15 Billion Units in 2023
Smartphone shipments Worldwide are expected to decline by 4.7% in 2023 to 1.15 billion units, the lowest volume in a decade, according to the latest forecast announced by International Data [...]
TikTok Commits to Content Moderation as Debate on Ban in Kenya Gathers Pace
Short-form video hosting service TikTok has committed to reviewing and moderating its content, days after a petition seeking to ban the service in Kenya was tabled in parliament. At a [...]Safaricom Plc Appoints Two New Directors to its Board
Safaricom Plc has appointed two new non-executive directors to sit on its Board, with effect from 23rd August 2023. The appointment of Dr (Eng.) John Kipngetich Mosonik and Ms. Murielle [...]
