Kenya
Everything touching on Kenya will be on this TAG. Including government, private sector, and much more.
- Opinion
Rethinking KFCB and the Misguided Attempt to Control Online Media
1962 law established KFCB (Kenya Films Classification Board); now outdated, stifles digital freedom, misaligned with modern democracy and technology.
- Announcements
Vision Plus Expands into Wearables Space Launching 4 New Products
Vision Plus launches innovative smart tech products: Fit Pro smartwatch, Sunnies sunglasses, Neck Pods, and Wireless Power Bank, enhancing daily…
- News
Google Launches Umoja, Africa’s First Direct Fiber Link to Australia
Google launches Umoja, the first fiber optic cable directly connecting Africa to Australia, enhancing connectivity and cybersecurity.
- Startups
Nominations Now Open for Obuntu LaunchPad Program Supported by MEDA
MEDA partners with Obuntu Foundation to support African fund managers, enhancing their skills and resources through the Obuntu LaunchPad Program.
- News
Visa, Naivas Launch Co-Branded Loyalty Card in Kenya
Visa and Naivas launch Kenya's first co-branded loyalty card, merging global payment tech with local retail rewards.
- News
Copia Kenya Announces Job Cuts, Possible Shutdown Amid Financial Struggles
Copia Kenya faces potential shutdown and job cuts amid financial struggles, questioning strategic decisions despite significant funding.
- Startups
Google’s Hustle Academy Re-launches with Enhanced AI Focus to Boost African SMBs
Google's Hustle Academy reopens, enhancing its curriculum with AI training to boost SMBs in Sub-Saharan Africa through 2024.
- Announcements
Vinod Goel Takes Helm as Jumia’s Fourth CEO in Three Years
Vinod Goel appointed Jumia's Regional CEO for East Africa, succeeding Charles Ballard, to drive growth in Kenya and Uganda.
- News
Kenya Faces Major Internet Slowdown Amid East Africa Sea Cuts
East Africa faces severe internet slowdown and blackouts due to cable faults and a recent solar storm in May 2024.
- News
Microsoft Reportedly Shutting Down ADC Nigeria, Sparking Concerns for Kenya Offices
Microsoft reportedly plans to close its ADC in Lagos, raising concerns about the future of its ADC in Nairobi.
- Startups
Two Kenyan Startups Join Inaugural Google Generative AI Cohort
Google's AI Cohort includes two Kenyan startups, focusing on health and education through generative AI to tackle societal challenges.
- Announcements
Innovative AI Healthcare Workshops Launched by Mitsumi Distribution and Dell
Mitsumi Distribution partners with Dell to drive AI in healthcare across Africa, enhancing clinician support and patient outcomes.
- News
AWS Launches ‘AI Ready’ offering Kenyans Free AI Education
AWS launches 'AI Ready' in Kenya, offering free AI training to enhance skills and economic growth by 2025.
- Announcements
Huawei Introduces Wi-Fi 7 Network Solutions at Nairobi Event
Huawei launched new Wi-Fi 7 products at IP & OptiX Club 2024 in Nairobi, aiming to enhance digital connectivity.
- Startups
BuuPass Acquires Quickbus, Expanding Its Pan-African Bus Ticketing Network
BuuPass acquires Quickbus, expanding its bus ticketing network in Africa, bolstered by Founders Factory Africa's strategic investment.
