Kenya emerges as a digital anchor in Africa in 2025 Speedtest insights
The 2025 Ookla Speedtest Global Index reveals that Kenya remains a critical player in the Sub-Saharan African (SSA)...
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Starlink sets strict April 30 deadline for in-person ID verification for customers in Kenya
Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has issued an urgent ultimatum to its Kenyan subscribers: complete physical identity...
Kenya launches investigations into distribution of intimate videos by Russian national
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has officially launched an investigation into allegations that a foreign national has...
Investigation shows Kenyan police used Cellebrite to hack Boniface Mwangi’s phone
A new forensic investigation by The Citizen Lab has confirmed that Kenyan authorities utilized Cellebrite’s sophisticated phone-breaking technology...
Hallmark Marketing fined Ksh. 7.4M for firing staffer by removing her from work WhatsApp groups
Kenya’s Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has delivered a stinging rebuke to digital sidelining. The court ruled...
Visa and I&M Bank partner to turbocharge digital payments in Kenya
I&M Bank Limited and Visa have officially signed a strategic partnership to overhaul the country’s digital payment infrastructure....
TikTok says that it removed 580k+ videos on its platform in Kenya in Q3 2025
TikTok has announced the removal of more than 580,000 videos in Kenya during the third quarter of 2025....
Kenya condemns digital exploitation of women by Russian national
In a press statement, the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services issued a blistering condemnation regarding allegations...
Ghana seeks extradition of Russian national over intimate videos as Kenya faces pressure to act
The Ghanaian government has officially launched a high-level pursuit of a Russian national, known online as “Yaytseslav,” following...
CA bans 21 mobile phone brands in Kenya
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a stern warning to consumers and electronic retailers following the...
Sun King launches the EZ 1, its first made in Kenya smartphone
Sun King has pivoted into the mobile market with the launch of its first-ever branded smartphone, the EZ...
You can now buy shares online on Ziidi Trader in new Safaricom & NSE partnership
Safaricom has announced that it has partnered with the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to launch Ziidi Trader. The...
Co-operative Bank & World Vision launch Inuka Angaza online donation platform
Co-operative Bank of Kenya and World Vision Kenya have announced a strategic partnership to integrate the Chapa Pay...
Old Mutual & Agencify partner to digitize insurance in Kenya
Old Mutual has announced a strategic partnership with Agencify to automate and scale insurance in Kenya. By integrating...
M-Shwari loans are tied to your ID number & not your SIM card
Many mobile users believe that disposing of a SIM card is a quick fix for an outstanding M-Shwari...
Cellulant appoints Michael Muriuki as Chief Product & Technology Officer to spearhead next phase of growth
Cellulant has announced the appointment of Michael Muriuki as its new Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO). The...
How to apply for the 2026 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa
Google has officially opened applications for the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa, marking a...
What beginners should know about forex trading In Kenya
Forex (short for ‘foreign exchange’) is the global market where currencies are bought and sold. If you are...
Old Mutual integrates Paystack solutions to enable digital payments on its platforms
Old Mutual Group has announced it has integrated Paystack solutions to enable digital payments for its customers. This integration...
KOKO Networks collapse shows why carbon credits can’t be a market strategy
The sudden collapse of KOKO Networks on January 31, 2026, has sent shockwaves through the climate-tech sector, serving...
Google WAXAL project adds new AI speech dataset for 21 African Languages
Google and a consortium of Africa’s leading research institutions have unveiled WAXAL, a massive, open-access speech dataset. While...
Betika receives two key honours at the 2025 Blask Awards
Betika has been crowned Operator of the Year and Consumer Engagement & Brand (CEB) Leader of the Year...
How data privacy is redefining customer trust in Kenya’s financial sector
For decades, confidentiality has been the foundation of trust in Kenya’s financial sector. Banks, SACCOs, insurers, and investment...
Spacecoin to launch new Internet service to counter Internet shutdowns
Spacecoin has announced a strategic partnership with the Midnight Foundation. The collaboration aims to develop a decentralized, peer-to-peer...
KCB receives CAK approval for Ksh. 2B acquisition of fintech firm, Riverbank Solutions
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has officially authorized KCB Group’s acquisition of a 75% stake in Riverbank...
Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 15 series to retail as from Ksh. 24,999
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 15 Series which consists of Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note...
The 54 most downloaded apps in Kenya in 2026
As the nation deepens its smartphone integration, Kenya’s rankings from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store...
Why Data Privacy is the hill to die on in Kenya in 2026
Look, we’ve all heard the “data is the new oil” cliché a thousand times. But in Kenya, data...
A safety guide for women who want to date online in Kenya
In the fast-moving landscape of 2026, the way we connect has undergone a massive shift. We aren’t just...
The digital love map: Top dating platforms in Kenya in 2026
In 2026, the dating scene in Kenya has evolved into a multi-layered ecosystem. While traditional swiping apps still dominate...
Safaricom M-PESA charges 2026: Everything you need to know
As Safaricom’s flagship mobile money platform, M-PESA has transformed how Kenyans handle their finances by enabling seamless person-to-person...
Why Safaricom Shiriki Pay is the new way to handle household bills
It’s impossible to talk about the Kenyan economy today without acknowledging the massive shift in our financial DNA....
Kenyan Government plans to spend Ksh. 100M on influencer army while crackdown on critics intensifies
In an era where digital narratives can make or break an administration, the Kenyan government has pivoted from...
Why the High Court says your WhatsApp chats are binding contracts
In a landmark case of Fredrick Ochiel v. Kennedy Okoth (2026), the High Court has proved that you...
Paystack marks 10 year anniversary with launch of The Stack Group (TSG)
Marking a decade of transforming African commerce, Paystack today announced the formation of The Stack Group (TSG). This...
Microsoft & Zendawa partner to turbocharge Kenyan pharmacy operations with AI Powered solutions
Microsoft and Kenyan health-tech innovator Zendawa has announced a collaboration to deploy an AI platform designed to transform...
18 places you can get quick loans in Kenya in 2026
It happens to the best of us: an unexpected medical bill, a sudden emergency, or a time-sensitive business...
How to get up to Ksh. 1M mobile loan from Absa Digi Loan
The Absa Digi Loan is an unsecured, short-term mobile loan facility available to active Absa Bank Kenya account...
List of CBK licensed digital loan companies in Kenya in 2026
The digital lending sector in Kenya has undergone a significant transformation, driven by the Central Bank of Kenya’s...
Masakhane Hub launches landmark funding initiative to scale AI for 50 African languages
The Masakhane African Languages Hub has announced a major Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at ending the digital...
Calling all creators: BAKE Awards 2026 officially opens submissions.
The BAKE Awards are back for their 10th anniversary, and the stakes have never been higher. The Bloggers...
17 places you can get quick loans in Kenya in 2026
We’ve all been there: an urgent bill pops up, a medical emergency strikes, or a golden business opportunity...