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…
Absa Bank Kenya, in collaboration with GirlCode, has launched the 2025 edition of the GirlCodeHack, a Pan-African women-in-tech hackathon aimed at empowering 100 young women in Kenya to innovate around real-time challenges in FinTech, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence. The 30-hour innovation sprint, scheduled for October 11–12, will run concurrently across seven cities in Africa, including…
Mobile Science Labs Unveiled in 15 Schools to Spur Girls’ Interest in STEM Echo Network Africa Foundation has announced the roll-out of free mobile school laboratories to 15 schools across the country, an initiative aimed at inspiring and increasing girls’ participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Speaking during a pre-launch media briefing on…
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….
Huawei has officially launched its latest wearables in Kenya the stylish HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 and the ultra-light Band 10Â setting a new benchmark for smart fitness technology in the country. Designed to seamlessly blend wellness, technology, and lifestyle, these devices promise to transform how Kenyans track their health, train, and explore. At just 27g,…
Smart Applications International Ltd, a trailblazer in healthcare technology and digital transformation in Africa, has been awarded the globally acclaimed ISO 9001:2015 certification by SGS Kenya. This certification underscores the company’s commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and high-quality service delivery across the continent. The ISO 9001:2015 standard is the world’s leading quality management benchmark, recognizing…
Smart Applications International Limited, a trailblazer in digital healthcare technology across Africa, has been officially awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification in recognition of its quality management systems and customer-centric innovation. Speaking during a press briefing, Group Managing Director Harrison Muiru lauded the achievement as a milestone affirming the company’s commitment to operational excellence and impactful…
