Topic: Communication Authority
Media, finance dominate Kenya's ad spend as gambling industry fades
Aug 06, 2024 at 12:15 PM
A new report by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has unveiled a stark shift in Kenya’s advertising landscape, with media and financial services emerging as the dominant...
Local firms face more malware, mobile threats despite fall in overall cyberattacks
Jun 27, 2024 at 06:09 PM
Kenyan companies have experienced a welcome decline in overall cyberattacks in the first quarter of 2024, according to a new report by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)....
Airtel Money cash-out code removal triggers mobile money subscription surge
Jun 25, 2024 at 03:04 PM
The number of mobile money subscribers in Kenya has witnessed a significant rebound in the first quarter of 2024, reversing a year-long trend of decline....
CA denies ploy to shut down internet during Finance Bill 2024 protests
Jun 25, 2024 at 12:40 AM
Kenyans, particularly the tech-savvy Gen Z, can rest easy as the Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) has firmly denied any plans to restrict internet access during Tuesday's anti...
Kenya secures a rare chance to host coveted 2024 Transform Africa Summit
Feb 27, 2024 at 11:41 PM
Kenya has secured the opportunity to host the 2024 Transform Africa Summit (TAS), a significant event held by the Smart Africa Alliance, a Pan-African agency dedicated to ICTs....
CA imposes heavy penalties on Airtel, Telkom Kenya for poor quality of service
Jan 19, 2024 at 02:49 PM
Airtel and Telkom Kenya, two of Kenya's biggest mobile phone operators, are facing a stern reprimand from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) for failing to meet basic quali...
William Ruto ally Mary Wambui embroiled in edible oil tender scandal
Jun 22, 2023 at 02:52 PM
In a recent development that has sparked controversy, Mary Wambui, a prominent ally of President William Ruto and Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) board chairperson, finds he...
CA, ICT Authority sign deal to deploy fibre optic connectivity to 19 counties
Apr 18, 2023 at 10:10 PM
The Communications Authority and the ICT Authority signed an agreement to deploy last-mile fibre optic cable connectivity to 19 unserved and underserved counties through the Univer...
William Ruto appoints controversial UDA official Mary Wambui new CA board chair
Dec 02, 2022 at 09:04 PM
President William Ruto has appointed the controversial Purma Holdings Limited Director Mary Wambui as the new Chairperson to the Communications Authority’s board....
Communications Authority extends SIM card registration deadline by 6 months
Apr 15, 2022 at 01:54 PM
The Communications Authority has extended the ongoing SIM card registration exercise by 6 months....
Parents and telcos risk Sh300,000 fines for registering sim cards for minors
Apr 04, 2022 at 02:40 PM
The Communication Authority of Kenya CA has said parents and telecom firms risk a Sh300,000 fine for the registration of minors using smartphones....
Kenyans to enjoy lower calling rates across networks from January
Dec 23, 2021 at 01:07 PM
Kenyan mobile service subscribers have a reason to smile as the new year will come along with some goodies...
Capital FM assures listeners, clients of smooth sailing after resolving CA license issues
Dec 22, 2021 at 07:18 PM
Capital FM has given assurance to its listeners, clients and all of its stakeholders of streamlined operations and full compliance with the requirements of the Communications Autho...
Ex-IEBC CEO Ezra Chiloba officially assumes office at CA
Oct 04, 2021 at 12:37 PM
Former Chief Executive Officer of IEBC Ezra Chiloba has officially assumed office at the Communications Authority of Kenya as its Director-General....
CS Mucheru warns media houses defying broadcasting ethics
Sep 18, 2021 at 10:29 AM
The Information Communication and Technology Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru said his ministry is closely working with the Communication Authority of Kenya....
Homeboyz Radio fined Sh1 million, show suspended over offensive remarks
Mar 28, 2021 at 11:44 AM
The Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) has slapped Homeboyz Radio with a Sh1 million penalty and imposed a 6-month suspension on The Lift-Off Show following the offensive remark...