Kenya Pushes for Fair AI Pricing, Local Engineering Presence in Talks with Global Tech Firms
Kenya is stepping up engagement with global technology companies to push for fairer pricing models, localized innovation, and stronger participation in the country’s digital economy
Amazon Applies for License To Rival Starlink in Kenya
The filing marks a concrete step in Amazon’s plan to roll out Amazon Leo (original codename: Project Kuiper), a satellite constellation of more than 3,200 spacecraft expected to be fully deployed over the coming years.Emirates Installs Starlink on A380 in World First as More Airlines Explore Satellite Internet
In-flight connectivity with low-Earth-orbit satellites has become the latest 'arms race' in aviation, with Starlink, Amazon Leo, and other players competing for contracts with major carriers.
Artificial Intelligence is the Future of Capital Markets Research in Africa
The broader promise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) requires deliberate fine-tuning for African markets, not the assumption that what works in New York will work in Nairobi, Writes Ken Oidamae Tobiko.
OpenAI Targets Africa Growth as EAC Backs AI Fund, Sovereignty Drive
OpenAI will extend the reach of its AI models and tools across the continent, enabling wider adoption and real-world deployment of AI solutions while WildMango will handle distribution, integration and localization.Musk v. Altman: Trial of the Century to Determine Who Controls AI’s Future
Elon Musk, a co-founder of OpenAI, wants Sam Altman to be removed from his role as CEO and is asking for damages in excess of US$ 100 billion to be paid to OpenAI’s charitable arm.Two Nigerian Deals Drive Bulk of Africa's Private Capital Activity in Q1- Stears Report
Africa’s private capital activity contracted for a third straight period in early 2026, with deal volumes falling even as a surge in a handful of billion-dollar transactions lifted headline investment value.Kenya Mulls State-Backed E-Commerce Platform For Small Businesses
The government is seeking consultants to assess whether to scale up existing private digital marketplaces or develop a separate government-led or public–private platform.M-Pesa, Airtel Money Agents Cross 500,000 Mark, But Transaction Volumes are Falling
Kenya's mobile money agent network crossed 500,000 for the first time in February 2026, reaching 507,383 active agents per CBK data, up 28.5% year-on-year. The milestone comes as transaction values through agents fell roughly 6.4% in 2025, with rising smartphone penetration and interoperability improvements reducing cash-in and cash-out demand. Registered accounts stand at 91.32 million with penetration at 98%.
AI-Startup Lua Raises US$5.8Mn, Expands Platform With Early Adoption in Kenya
Lua, a startup building software that enables companies to deploy and manage artificial intelligence agents alongside humans, has raised US$5.8 million in seed funding.Data Regulator Targets Uber, Bolt, Matatus In Fresh Data Protection Rules
Transport companies routinely process passenger identities, driver records, trip routes, payment details, and location information generated in real time.Uganda, EAC and AfDB Are Quietly Building Africa’s AI Backbone
The three developments mark a shift from fragmented digital policies to coordinated, large-scale investments positioning East Africa as an emerging hub in the global AI economy.
