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- Opinion
Opinion: Kenya Must Upskill Its Public Servants or Risk Falling Behind in the AI Age
Upskilling Kenya’s public servants in AI and cybersecurity is vital to secure digital infrastructure and drive inclusive digital transformation.
- News
Microsoft AI Tour Comes to Kenya: What It Means for Africa’s AI Growth and Digital Future
Kenya hosted Africa’s largest Microsoft AI Tour, showcasing AI’s impact, infrastructure, skilling, and startups driving digital transformation across industries.
- Startups
Microsoft and NVIDIA Partner to Propel AI Startup Growth in Africa
Microsoft and NVIDIA partner to empower African AI startups with tools, resources, and mentorship, driving innovation and global scalability.
- News
You May Need to Pay to Keep Windows 10 Protected After 2025
Microsoft will end Windows 10 support in 2025, requiring users to pay escalating fees for critical security updates through ESU.
- News
Kenyan Universities Push for Enhanced AI Infrastructure in Higher Education
Kenyan universities seek infrastructure improvements for AI in education, discussed at a workshop by Microsoft ADC and KENET in Nairobi.
- Startups
Microsoft Hosts Groundbreaking AI Fest to Propel African Startup Revolution in 2024
Microsoft's African Startups AI Fest in Johannesburg aims to empower startups with AI tools and support for global expansion.
- 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.
- Opinion
Could AI be the Turning Point for Financial Inclusion in Africa?
Fintech innovations in Africa reduced reliance on cash, and now AI promises to accelerate financial inclusion even further.
- News
Microsoft to Host M-Pesa Platform on Azure Cloud
Vodafone and Microsoft's 10-year partnership to host M-Pesa on Azure aims to revolutionize digital financial inclusion in Africa.
- News
Microsoft and ICT Authority Collaborate for Kenya’s Digital Leap
Kenya's ICT Authority partners with Microsoft to enhance digital transformation and improve government services using cloud technology.
- News
M-PESA and Microsoft Forge Alliance to Digitally Upskill African Entrepreneurs
Microsoft and M-PESA partner to digitally empower MSMEs, enhancing skills and financial management across multiple African markets.
- News
Bing Chat: Expanding Accessibility and Enhancing User Experience
Microsoft is expanding Bing Chat accessibility with plans to allow third-party browsers and increase chat turn limits.
- News
Microsoft Unveils AI-Driven Copilot for Windows 11
Microsoft introduces Windows Copilot, a centralised AI assistant for Windows 11, aiming to boost productivity.
- Interesting Reads
Microsoft Airband Initiative wants to Connect 250 Million People by 2025
Microsoft Airband Initiative expands partnerships to provide high-speed internet access to millions in Latin America and Africa.
- Announcements
Microsoft Taps Lillian Barnard to Lead African Operations
Microsoft has appointed Lillian Barnard as President for Microsoft Africa, and Kalane Rampai as Managing Director for South Africa.
