Digital Inclusion
Focused on bridging the digital divide and promoting digital inclusion in Kenya, Africa and across the Globe.
- Opinion
How Smartphones and Social Media Became Kenya’s Shield Against State Violence – BBC Reveals
Smartphones and social media exposed Kenya’s 2024 protest killings, proving digital freedom is essential for truth, justice, and democracy.
- Announcements
Huawei Graduates 210 Youth in Migori Through Digitruck, Targets Rural Digital Transformation
Huawei’s Digitruck program trained 210 youth in Migori with digital, entrepreneurship, and financial skills, advancing rural digital inclusion.
- News
Kenya Partners with Huawei to Build Next-Generation ICT Talent Nationwide
Kenya and Huawei launch a 3-year partnership to establish 150 ICT Academies, training 3,000 students and 450 instructors nationwide.
- News
At Safaricom Decode 3.0, Ericsson Unveiled the Blueprint for Africa’s 5G and Sustainable Connectivity Future
Ericsson showcased 5G, AI, and sustainability solutions at Safaricom Decode 3.0, reinforcing support for Kenya’s digital and inclusive future.
- News
Africa’s Digital Payments Market to Hit $1.5 Trillion by 2030, Mastercard-Backed Report Reveals
Africa’s digital payments could reach $1.5T by 2030. Here’s how Mastercard plans to support that growth.
- Announcements
Citi, Visa, and Cellulant Partner to Unlock Faster Payments for Small Businesses in Kenya
Citi, Visa, and Cellulant have launched Citi Optimized Pay, a new supply chain finance platform in Kenya designed to improve…
- Announcements
SKY Fest 2025: 9,000+ Teen Girls Unite for Empowerment, Health, and Mentorship
SKY Fest 2025 unites 9,000+ Kenyan teen girls for empowerment, health education, and mentorship, expanding to Kisumu for the first…
- News
Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2025 (DRIF25) Heads to Zambia – Register Now
DRIF25 registration opens for the April 2025 Lusaka event, focusing on digital rights, inclusion, AI, cybersecurity, and global collaboration.
- Announcements
M-PESA Jr. NBA Program to Transform Youth Basketball in Kenya—Reaching 10,000 Players
NBA Africa and Safaricom’s M-PESA launch Kenya’s largest Jr. NBA program, empowering 10,000 youth with basketball training and financial literacy.
- International
IFA 2025: The World’s Leading Tech Trade Fair to Spotlight AI, Gaming, and More
IFA 2025 returns to Berlin, focusing on AI, gaming, digital health, and mobility, strengthening retail partnerships and global tech innovation.
- Opinion
How the Cost of Smartphones Is Widening Africa’s Digital Divide
Africa's digital divide persists due to smartphone affordability, data costs, and regulations. Public-private partnerships and financing solutions can enhance digital…
- News
Good Lock is Finally Available in Kenya with One UI 7
Good Lock is now available in Kenya with One UI 7, ending a nine-year regional restriction, offering global customization features.
- International
Talk360 Signs Exclusive Deal with Hayo to Enhance International Calling for the African Diaspora
Talk360 partners exclusively with Hayo to provide affordable, high-quality international calling for millions across the African diaspora.
- Interesting Reads
Inside the Global Internet Shutdown Crisis of 2024: What Surfshark’s Report Reveals
In 2024, 63 internet shutdowns affected 2.6 billion people globally, driven by protests, political turmoil, and elections.
- Startups
SC Ventures and Yabx Invest $10 Million to Launch Furaha, Expanding Purpose-Driven Financing in Africa
SC Ventures and Yabx invest $10 million in Furaha to expand AI-driven purpose-driven lending, starting with education financing in Africa.