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Mombasa to host Africa’s first AI-only summit with over 1,500 global delegates
Jul 29, 2025 at 01:46 PM
Mombasa is set to become the continent’s new nerve centre for Artificial Intelligence as Kenya prepares to host Africa’s first dedicated AI conference, drawing over 1,500 techn...
568 youth from 12 African countries begin tech skills showdown in Nairobi
Jul 29, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Over 560 young innovators from across Africa began their month-long journey in Nairobi on Monday as the 10th edition of the Africa Tech Challenge (ATC) officially got under way, of...
Kenya's Roy Kanyi among select invitees as Google commits Sh4.9 billion to build Africa's AI future
Jul 25, 2025 at 02:44 PM
When Google opened the doors to its new AI Community Centre in Accra, Ghana, the tech world took notice—but for Kenyan tech advocate Roy Kanyi, it was a front-row seat to history...
Microsoft issues critical SharePoint server alert as zero-day attacks spread globally
Jul 21, 2025 at 03:34 PM
A critical flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited by attackers, putting tens of thousands of government and corporate servers at risk of infiltration through spoo...
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What This Is Digital’s new AI Literacy Program means for Kenya’s tech future
Jul 21, 2025 at 02:31 PM
As conversations around artificial intelligence (AI) gain momentum internationally, one organization in Kenya is stepping up to ensure the country is not left behind in tech growth...
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How The Tech Challenge is empowering next generation of innovators in Kenya
Jun 28, 2025 at 04:45 PM
Thousands of young Kenyan students are preparing to do something big solve real-world problems through creativity, teamwork, and engineering design....
Sony debuts ULT audio series in Kenya with bass-heavy lineup from Sh55,000
Jun 26, 2025 at 05:06 PM
Sony has officially debuted its new ULT Power Sound series in Kenya, unveiling a fresh range of audio products engineered to deliver what the company calls an "unparalleled bass ex...
ISPs, estate developers face Sh 10 million fines for denial of internet market access
Jun 24, 2025 at 02:28 PM
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has issued a stern directive to property developers, estate managers, and Internet Service Providers (ISPs), demanding an immediate end to ...
Kenya’s CIST, 2 Ugandan secure seed funding at 2025 ASME innovation show
Jun 20, 2025 at 01:13 PM
Three ventures from Africa have secured seed grants and technical support after being selected for the 2025 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Innovation Showcase (ISH...
TikTok granted 90-day reprieve in US as Trump plans to sign new executive order
Jun 18, 2025 at 01:22 PM
TikTok will remain available in the United States for at least another 90 days following President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the sale or ban deadline....
Whatsapp unveils adverts as Meta seeks new revenue from 1.5 billion daily users
Jun 17, 2025 at 12:22 PM
WhatsApp has begun introducing advertising to its platform, ending years of speculation about how Meta would monetise the world’s most popular messaging service without interferi...
How security agencies can easily monitor your mobile phone, social media data
Jun 14, 2025 at 01:45 PM
Members of Parliament recently ignited wide public outrage after it emerged they had allocated Sh150 million to the authorities to secretly spy on Kenyan social media users....
TikTok publishes guide to help users boost account security and privacy
Jun 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
TikTok has published a comprehensive safety and privacy guide aimed at helping users strengthen their account security, manage content preferences, and ensure digital wellbeing on ...
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Kenya tops Africa in ICT regulation with 93 points, says UN telecom agency
Jun 10, 2025 at 07:23 PM
Kenya has been named the top-performing country in Africa in the regulation of information and communications technology (ICT), following a fresh global ranking by a United Nations...
TikTok rolls out 6 new features to help users personalise their For You feeds
Jun 04, 2025 at 06:27 PM
TikTok has announced a set of new features aimed at giving users more control over their For You feed....
Controversial bill proposes internet metering, user tracking and hefty fines
May 28, 2025 at 06:42 PM
A new Bill tabled in Parliament is pushing for the introduction of individualised internet meter numbers and consumption-based billing for every Kenyan internet user, a move that c...
Safaricom unveils Sh66 billion AI drive to transform East Africa's digital landscape
May 28, 2025 at 03:06 PM
Safaricom has unveiled a Sh66 billion initiative aimed at building artificial intelligence infrastructure across East Africa over the next three years, marking one of the region’...
WhatsApp Web set to unveil Chat Media Hub to help users find shared files faster
May 28, 2025 at 12:17 PM
WhatsApp is set to introduce a dedicated media hub on its web version, aiming to spare users the hassle of sifting through long chat threads to retrieve shared content....
Kenya named first partner in Microsoft’s cybersecurity push across Global South
May 27, 2025 at 07:55 PM
Microsoft has kicked off a multi-trillion shilling cybersecurity campaign across the Global South, choosing Kenya as the starting point of its new initiative aimed at bolstering de...
Cyberattacks: Kenya ranks second in META as threats surge past 2.5 billion
May 26, 2025 at 03:24 PM
Kenya was identified as one of the most targeted countries by web-based threats in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region during the first quarter of 2025, according t...
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Seven organizations challenge internet shutdowns in Kenya in landmark case
May 15, 2025 at 02:06 PM
The High Court in Nairobi has issued orders barring the government from interfering with internet access until a case filed by seven organisations locally is heard and determined....
Safaricom and iXAfrica launch Kenya’s inaugural AI-ready data centre in Nairobi
May 13, 2025 at 03:44 PM
Safaricom has partnered with iXAfrica Data Centre to introduce the first artificial intelligence (AI)-ready data centre services in East Africa, targeting enterprise and cloud clie...
Google to roll out 'delete for everyone', other message upgrades for android
May 12, 2025 at 04:50 PM
Google is preparing to launch one of its most anticipated features yet for Android users—an option to retract messages from both sender and recipient conversations through a “D...
Kenya to tighten Cyber Crime Act as Govt warns of online misinformation threat
May 08, 2025 at 10:56 AM
The government is preparing to amend the Cyber Crime Act to counter the growing danger of online misinformation, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura revealed on Tuesday, warning t...
FREDRIQUE ACHIENG: Democratising AI, tech key to enhacing smartphone access
May 07, 2025 at 03:42 PM
Recent trends in the smartphone manufacturing industry have made it possible for the average smartphone users to easily have access smartphones that have features and designs that ...
Why Google Play Store app count has dipped by 50 per cent in the past year
May 06, 2025 at 03:28 PM
Google Play Store has witnessed a 47 per cent reduction in its app count owing to the adoption of sterner policies that pay more attention to quality, security, and user trust....
Visa unveils AI agents for shopping
May 06, 2025 at 01:54 PM
Visa has launched its new AI-powered initiative, Visa Intelligent Commerce, which it says will reshape how consumers shop and pay by enabling AI agents to browse, select, purchase,...
