By Wendy Sheilla Absa Bank Kenya has marked a major milestone by celebrating 20 years of Dariba, its Sharia’h-compliant banking service, at an event that also witnessed the launch of the Association for Sharia’h Compliant Services Providers, a body expected to strengthen the growth of Islamic finance in the country. Chief guest Nasra Nanda, Chief…
Nairobi, Kenya, August 20, 2025 – Huawei Kenya, has collaborated with key partners including Hiperdist, KCB Foundation, and Digion/Smatrace Solutions Ltd., to showcase and unveil how digital innovation can transform education, hosting a hands-on Smart Classroom Workshop for representatives from 20 Muslim schools across the country. During the workshop,Huawei introduced educators to the Huawei Smart…
Kenya’s impressive strides as a regional ICT powerhouse are being undermined by escalating threats to digital rights, according to a new report by the Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE). The State of the Internet in Kenya: 2020-2024 paints a picture of a nation that has achieved unprecedented connectivity, a booming digital economy, and a thriving…
By Sharon Atieno The news industry is no stranger to disruption. From the printing press to the internet, journalism has always adapted, albeit sometimes reluctantly, to technological change. Now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the gates, promising to reshape the way news is gathered, produced and consumed. For some, this feels like the beginning of…
In a groundbreaking step towards green innovation, SGA Security Kenya has partnered with Electric Transits Africa (ETA) to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) into its security alarm response fleet, becoming the first security firm in the country to make such a move. The initiative aligns with SGA’s long-term sustainability strategy, combining operational efficiency with environmental stewardship….
TECNO, the AI-powered smartphone brand, has unveiled its latest innovation the SPARK 40 Series featuring a sleek ultra-slim design, class-leading performance, and intelligent features aimed at redefining entry-to-mid-tier mobile experiences. The new lineup includes four models: SPARK 40 Pro+, SPARK 40 Pro, SPARK 40, and SPARK 40C, all tailored to meet the dynamic needs of…
On July 9, Nairobi emerged as the heartbeat of Africa’s insurance transformation at the Radisson Blu Nairobi Arboretum, as Curacel hosted an impactful summit, AI in Insurance Today: The Path to Profitability and Efficiency. The event united prominent insurers, government regulators, tech leaders, and ecosystem stakeholders to explore AI’s transformative potential across the continent’s insurance…
The African insurance landscape is poised for a digital transformation as ByteForce, a global leader in AI-driven insurance technology, partners with Curacel to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption across the continent. The announcement was made during an industry engagement forum that brought together leading players in the sector to discuss the future of insurance in Africa….
Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in partnership with Safaricom’s youth platform, Safaricom Hook, has today celebrated the graduation of 300 young Kenyans from a transformative nationwide software development program. The initiative, launched in October 2024, is part of a broader effort to bridge the digital divide and cultivate a generation of homegrown tech innovators. Dubbed…
The Java Foundation and Craft Silicon Foundation have unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at empowering underserved communities through school feeding and digital literacy programs. The two organisations formalised their collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that signals a shared commitment to improving educational outcomes in Kenya. The initiative will see the Java Foundation provide…
